September Events:
Afghan Star, Three Cups of Tea-themed Film Event
Thursday, September 2nd at 6:30 p.m.
After 30 years of war and Taliban rule, pop Idol has come to
Afghanistan. Millions are watching the TV series 'Afghan Star' and
voting for their favorite singers by mobile phone. For many this is
their first encounter with democracy. This timely film follows the
dramatic stories of four contestants as they risk all to become the
nation's favorite singer. But will they attain the freedom they hope
for in this vulnerable and traditional nation?
Barbara Arefeh
Saturday, September 11th at 11 a.m.
President
of
the Greater Middletown Concert Association, Ms. Arafeh lectures
regularly on
music. She will be previewing upcoming opportunities to enjoy live
performances, including the Connecticut Lyric Opera who will perform The
Magic Flute, and Tosca, as well as talking about great singers
of the past and present.
Lost Newport With Author Paul F. Miller
Thursday Sept. 16th at 7 p.m.
Newport
Mansions Curator of Paul F. Miller will give an illustrated talk on
his
new book about the magnificent "cottages" of the opulent seaside colony,
lost to weather, fire, or the
wrecking ball. Enjoy historic photographs and fascinating inside
stories about these Gilded Age "ghosts", built during Newport's
reign as the queen of resorts. Books
will be available for sale and signing.
Opera @ The Library Series Presents The Audition
Friday, Sept. 17th at 2 p.m.
This award-winning documentary has all the elements of a great sports movie; a
group of talented, appealing young hopefuls who've trained hard for this
once-in-a-lifetime chance to join the ultimate "team"; the Metropolitan Opera's National Council
Auditions. Thousands try out - but only a handful will walk onto that stage as
winners. This film will inspire anyone
who's ever had a dream - even non-opera fans.
Fine
Art Photography III, with Jerry Reed
Saturday September 25th at 10:30 a.m.
A continuation of his
workshops for fine art photographers working on making the jump from
amateur to pro, creating portfolios that will get them into galleries.
Beyond
Belief: A Documentary -- A Three Cups of Tea Event
Thursday September 30th at 6:30 p.m.
Susan Retik and Patti Quigley are two ordinary soccer moms living in the
affluent suburbs of Boston - until their husbands perish in the terrorist
attacks on 9/11. These extraordinary women coped with their loss by dedicating
themselves to empowering Afghan widows whose lives have been ravaged by decades
of war, poverty and oppression. From the ruins of the World Trade Center to
those of Kabul and back, theirs is a journey of personal strength and
international reconciliation, and a testament to the vision that peace can be
forged... one woman at a time.
On-Going Programs:
SCORE At The Library
Second and fourth Thursdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m.
The Southeastern Connecticut chapter ofSCORE® provides free and confidential advice on starting and growing small businesses. Counseling will take place at the Essex Library on the second and fourth Thursday of each month between 10:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. Appointments must be scheduled in advance, either by calling 860-388-9508, or downloading a request form.
Don Flynn, an Essex resident, along with Steve Workman and other chapter members will counsel business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs in Essex. According to Flynn, "At the initial meeting, the business owner describes his or her current situation and challenges the business may be facing to a team of counselors. Based on the specific areas of need, a SCORE counselor with experience in those areas is assigned to help guide the business owner in the completion of a business plan or other action steps".
Out of work? Having trouble getting an interview? Frustrated and overwhelmed? Let the Essex Job Club help you learn how to write or update your resume, improve your interview skills, make networking contacts, and get the support you need to keep motivated. A new, eight-week program begins on Friday, September 10th at 10:00 a.m. at the Essex Library. This is FREE and ALL are welcome. Please contact Sheryl Serviss at 860-304-8437 to register. Class size is limited.
Coming in October...
The Centerbrook Architects Lecture Series Returns with Beverly Willis, FAIA.
Friday, October 15th at 7 p.m. in the Essex Meadows auditorium, 30 Bokum Rd. Essex, CT
Pioneering female architect Beverly Willis kicks off the annual Centerbrook Architects Lecture Series with a talk and screening of "A Girl Is A Fellow Here." The 15-minute film documents Frank Lloyd Wright's little known legacy of hiring and mentoring women and features a number of accomplished architects, such as Read Weber, whose careers were influenced by him.
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Adopt A Book
Are you an avid fan of James Patterson, Janet Evanovich, Alexander McCall-Smith or another popular author? In return for a donation of $15 to the Essex Library, you can be the first person to check out the latest best-selling book of your choice. A personalized bookplate that honors you for your gift will be placed in the item you select as an additional way of saying thanks. A list of books that are available for adoption follows. Check back periodically as we will update this list on a regular basis:
Fiction
The Particular Sadness Of Lemon Cake by Aimee Bender-- also the Book on CD
The Lion by Nelson DeMille --also the Book on CD
Faithful Place by Tana French
Ice Cold by Tess Gerritsen
The Girl Who Kicked The Hornet's Nest by Stieg Larsson --also the Book on CD
The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson --also the Book on CD
One Day by David Nicholls
Private by James Patterson --also the Book on CD
The Help by Kathryn Stockett in Large Print
Non-Fiction
The Disappearing Spoon by Sam Kean
Dreyfus by Ruth Harris
The Fall Of The House Of Walworth by Geoffrey O'Brien
Hitch 22 by Christopher Hitchens
Long For This World by Jonathan Weiner
Not For Profit by Martha Nussbaum
Please call the Library at 767-1560 for more information.