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THE BUZZ Your Weekly Newsletter 3/2/22
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Cora J. Belden Library READ. LEARN. DISCOVER.
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COLOR YOUR WORLD Winter Reading Challenge ends March 31st! One more month to go! Log your books using the Beanstack program or a paper sheet for the chance to win cool prizes. All ages!
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Youth Art Month Celebration! March 1 - March 31 You are invited! Join us at the Cora J. Belden Library to view the amazing artwork, sculptures, photography, textiles, and more currently on display - all created by local Rocky Hill students. Please consider a visit to the library this month. Remember to tell your students how much you appreciate their work.
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Programs for Adults Check our calendar for more information and a full listing.
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What's Up with Watersheds?We all live in a watershed but what does that mean? Join Ryan O'Donnell from the Connecticut River Conservancy to learn more about what makes up a watershed and what you and your community can do to keep your local waterways healthy. Monday, March 14 6:30 PM Online via Zoom
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Mike UrbanReady to get out of the house and explore your home state? Come learn the best places to get lobster tails, steamed cheeseburgers, and more with Mike Urban! Tuesday, March 15 6:30 PM Online via Zoom
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Tips to Save on Energy Costs: Managing Your Historic HomeBring your questions and join our panel of professionals from Preservation Connecticut and the State Historic Preservation Office as we share helpful tips and tricks to help homeowners save money on their bills, minimize impacts to the environment, and love their home- all at the same time! Tuesday, March 22 6:30 PM Online via Zoom
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with Marty GitlinJoin us via Zoom for a fun and enlightening journey through Boston Red Sox history with the author of the Ultimate Boston Red Sox Time Machine Book. This presentation features videos and photographs of the greatest and most fascinating players, teams, events and moments in franchise history. Tuesday, March 29 6:30 PM Online via Zoom
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Silent City by Carrie Smith March 2 6:30 PM In Person
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10:30 AM - 12 PM In Person
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24/7 Library Locker Pickup The Cora J. Belden Library now has Locker Pickup available 7 days a week, 24 hours a day to get your library materials! Simply place items on hold, then pick them up in our convenient outside lockers. - Convenient 24/7 Access - Private - Contactless Please check our website for more details and instructions or call us at 860-258-7623 to arrange for locker pickup!
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Back By Popular Demand! Podcast Discussion Group Join us for a feast for the ears as we delve into the world of podcasts, during this twice-a-month adult program. March 3 6:00 PM Online via Zoom
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Stories from the Fair IsleStoryteller Monica Peterson brings the history, humor, and magic of the Irish people to life in this fascinating program. Monica will dress in costume and share photos and artifacts to complement the stories. Tuesday, March 8 6:30 PM On Zoom
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GatheringsJoin the Garden Lady C.L. Fornari, and the Newington Library on Zoom to talk all things gardening! The presentation will dig into how to select and arrange plants to create a garden ideal for gatherings, cocktail hours, or festivities with friends. Wednesday, March 16 6:30 PM On Zoom
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Online via Zoom or by phone 10 am
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Children and Teen Programs Check our calendar for a full listing and more information. |
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Online via Zoom Ages 9-14
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March 7 6:30 pm Online via Zoom Ages 6+
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Who Would Win Game Day!Do you love the Who Would Win series? Join us for a virtual game day to learn about different creatures, play bingo, win prizes, and more! Game Day kits are included! Suggested ages: 6+ Friday, March 18 2 PM On Zoom
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Pop of Color PartyWhether you're celebrating Holi or embracing our Winter Reading Challenge, this party is for you! We'll be having fun with color through games, projects, and activities. Recommended for ages 5 and up. Saturday, March 19 2 PM On Zoom
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Make a Leprechaun Trap!Come learn about these mischievous Irish characters, listen to the Celtic music of their land, and make our own leprechaun traps just in time for St. Patrick's Day! Suggested ages: 8-12. Supplies included! Friday, March 11 4:30 PM on Zoom
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Online via Zoom Ages 0 - 3 Join us for some fun rhymes, songs and stories for Mother Goose on the Loose!
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Our Virtual Storytime program is a fun way to add silliness to your day! Join us online as we foster early literacy by exploring words through books, rhymes and songs. Mondays & Wednesdays 11 am Ages 0-5 Online via Zoom
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2022 is the Year to use Your Card! Your Cora J. Belden library card gives you access to audiobooks, e-books, magazines, videos, online classes, job search and resume tools and much more! If you are a Rocky Hill resident you can get a digital card here. Not sure if your card still works? Give us a call at 258-7623!
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Libraries Need Good Friends Too Our virtual programs are sponsored by our friends group. Please consider supporting the library by joining the Friends of the Cora J. Belden Library. Membership levels begin at $10.
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Cora J. Belden Library 33 Church St, Rocky Hill, CT 06067 Contact us: By phone 860-258-7621 Monday-Wednesday: 9:30 am -8 pm Thursday-Friday: 9:30 am -5 pm Saturday: 9:30 am - 5 pm Sunday: CLOSED
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