Southbury Public Library in July: Movies. Coloring, Art, Books and More!

Adult Events
Information and registration: Reference Department at 203-262-0626 ext. 130

We've got special events, book talks, and movies this month! All programs require registration unless otherwise noted. 

Special Events

Banking Security for Seniors
Thursday, July 11, 1-3pm, Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Join us for this informative and important program that could help you avoid falling victim to a phone or online scam. Retired policeman and Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist Terry Shanahan will be giving a senior-focused lecture on banking security

Before this Decade is Out: The Apollo 11 Mission
Tuesday, July 16, 6-8pm, Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Join us as our space-themed summer series continues with Bill Cloutier discussing the Apollo 11 mission and its connection to the state of Connecticut.

This event is sponsored by the Charles H. and Ella Emery Rutledge Fund.

The History of Astronomy
Thursday, July 18, 6-8pm, Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Join us for this continuation of our space-themed summer series. Explore the history of our understanding of the world and the sky from ancient times to today. No prior knowledge of astronomy is required - just curiosity.

This event is sponsored by the Charles H. and Ella Emery Rutledge Fund.

Adult Coloring Club
Monday, July 22, 2-3pm, Kingsley Room, NO Registration Required

Join us for a relaxing hour of therapeutic coloring in the Kingsley Room. We provide the supplies, you provide the creativity!

"Robbery of the Heart" A Holocaust Documentary
Tuesday, July 23, 7-8:30pm, Kingsley Room, Registration Required

The tranquil feudal hamlet of Wetter, Germany was an ideal place to fall in love. It was not acceptable in the 1920's for a Jewess and a Christian to conceive of building a life together. That was the case for Flora Hess and Fritz Kutsch. Their short-lived happiness was shattered by a new cruel reality. In fact, the entire community would be torn apart as Germans enslaved Germans. Wetter was torn apart, scarring the community for generations. Fast forward 70 years when the past and the present come face to face to reconcile the dismemberment of their once serene existence. A boy who once escaped the brutal reach of the Nazis would return to Wetter a man seeking resolution of the past.

Join us for the Connecticut premiere of this amazing documentary as well as Q and A with stars Harry and Eva Weischel after the film.

Wednesdays at the Movies

No registration required for our Wednesday movies. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library. All listed movies have Closed Captions.

Apollo 13 (1995) PG
Wednesday, July 10, 1-3:30pm, Kingsley Room, NO Registration Required

NASA must devise a strategy to return Apollo 13 to Earth safely after the spacecraft undergoes massive internal damage putting the lives of the three astronauts on board in jeopardy.

Searching (2018) PG-13
Wednesday, July 17, 1-3pm, Kingsley Room, NO Registration Required

After his 16-year-old daughter goes missing, a desperate father breaks into her laptop to look for clues to find her.  

Hidden Figures (2016) PG
Wednesday, July 24, 1-3pm, Kingsley Room, NO Registration Required

The story of a team of female African-American mathematicians who served a vital role in NASA during the early years of the U.S. space program.

Isn't It Romantic (2016) PG-13
Wednesday, July 31, 1-2:30pm, Kingsley Room, NO Registration Required

Natalie is an architect who hates romantic movies, after an accident finds herself stuck in a romantic comedy. Natalie has to figure out how to wake up and go back to her real life.

Evening at the Movies

No registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Southbury Public Library. These movies have Closed Captions.

Mary Queen of Scots (2018) R
Thursday, July 11, 6-8pm, Kingsley Room, NO Registration Required

Mary Stuart returns to Scotland to become Queen.  She struggles with her cousin Queen Elizabeth I of England over the future of the British monarchy.

Armaggedon (1998) PG-13
Thursday, July 25, 6-8:30pm, Kingsley Room, NO Registration Required

After discovering that an asteroid the size of Texas is going to impact Earth in less than a month, N.A.S.A. recruits a misfit team of deep core drillers to save the planet.

Adult Book Clubs

For all our book clubs, there is no registration required, new members are always welcome, and copies of this month's book for each club are available at the Circulation Desk!

Mystery Book Club 
Monday, July 8, 3pm, Brown Room, NO Registration Required

Reading Dead to Rights by J.A. Jance

Nonfiction Book Club 
Wednesday, July 10, 10am, Brown Room, NO Registration Required

Reading Endurance: A Year on Space, A Lifetime of Discovery by Scott Kelly

Tuesday Night Book Club 
Tuesday, July 23, 6:30pm, Brown Room, NO Registration Required

Reading Fruit of the Drunken Tree by Ingrid Rojas Contreras

What's new upstairs for Children and Teens?
Information and registration: Children/Teen Department at 203-262-0626 ext. 110

See below for information about our upcoming children's and teen programming, including details about our Summer Session Storytimes! The Friends of the Southbury Public Library generously sponsor almost all of our summer programming.

Open House Craft
Saturday, July 6, 13, 20, & 27, All Day, Upstairs, No Registration Required

Enjoy a fun themed craft all day (while supplies last)! Make it here or take it home!

Children's Storytimes

Drop-In Storytime with Mrs. M.
Monday, July 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29, 10:30am, Storytime Room, No Registration Required

All ages are welcome to join us for Drop-In Storytime every Monday! Listen to stories and complete a craft with Mrs. M! 

PJ Storytime with Katie
Thursday, July 11, 18, & 25, 10:30am, Storytime Room, No Registration Required

All ages are welcome to join us for PJ Storytime nights. Listen to stories and complete a craft with Katie. Children may dress in pajamas and night clothes. 

Babies and Books (for Ages 6-24 Months) 
Tuesday, July 9, 16, 23, 30, and August 6 & 13, 10:30-11am Registration Required

Babies sit on their caretakers laps while the Children's Librarian shares short books, songs and fingerplays. A simple coloring sheet relating to the stories completes the storytime.

Toddler Time (for Ages 2-3) 
Wednesday, July 10, 17, 24, 31, and August 7 & 14, 10:30-11:15am Registration Required

Parents and caregivers are invited to join their toddlers ages 2 and 3 for a 30 minutes of theme based stories and songs. Everyone then goes to the craft tables to make a craft that relates back to the storytime theme. 

Stories & Crafts (for Ages 4-5)
Thursday, July 11, 18, & 25, and August 1, 8, &15, 10:30-11:15am Registration Required

Children ages 4 and 5 are invited to listen to stories and sing songs with the Children's Librarian and then join their parents and caregivers for a craft that relates to the theme of the stories. Children should be able to sit independently to attend this storytime session.

Children's Programs

Annie and the Natural Wonder Band (for All Ages*)
Monday, July 1, 1-2pm, Registration Required

Safari Bob and Annie are back to rock the library! Join us for an afternoon of song and dance for kids of all ages. *Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Food Explorers: Fairy Tea Party (for PreK-1st Grade)
Tuesday, July 2, 11am-12pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Make a lunch worthy of a fairy tea party with Food Explorers!  You'll create your own fairy sandwiches and assorted treats, all while playing with your food, and learning about it, too! Hosted by Registered Dietitian, Katie Shepherd. All food will be nut free, but may contain dairy.

ImagArena Workshop (for Ages 5-13)
Wednesday, July 10, 4-5pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Much more than a typical building workshop, ImagArena combines the spirit of an art program, the materials of a building workshop, and the framework of a video game to provide an experience that engages everyone.

Lunch Bunch: Aladdin (for All Ages*)
Thursday, July 11, 12-1:30pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join us every Thursday during Summer Reading for Lunch Bunch. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a classic Disney film. This movie is rated G and runs 1 hour and 31 minutes.  *Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  

Junior Friends (for Grades 4-12) 
Thursday, July 11 6, 6-7pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join us for a working meeting! Balancing recreation with service, the Junior Friends assist in the Children's and Teen Departments. Duties include book shelving and sorting, cleaning, decorating, and preparing for library events.

Storytime Yoga (for Ages 3-6) 
Friday, July 12, 19, & 26 and August 2 & 9, 11am-12pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join Mrs M. for five sessions of storytime yoga. Explore yoga through picture books and storytelling.

Yoga Adventures (for Ages 7-11) 
Friday, July 12, 19, & 26 and August 2 & 9, 1-2pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join Mrs M. for five sessions of yoga for children. Have an adventure while learning basic yoga.

Nature's Not-So-Cuddly presented by the White Memorial Conservation Center (for All Ages*) 
Saturday, July 13, 11am-12pm, In the Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Meet a live turtle and snake up close! This program teaches children how to be good stewards of the environment and how to advocate for all of "Nature's Not-So-Cuddly." *Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

Food Explorers: Cake Pops (for Grades 2-5)
Tuesday, July 16, 2-3pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join Food Explorers to make and decorate your own tasty cake pops! You'll explore healthy baking with  Registered Dietitian, Katie Shepherd, play food games and go home with a new recipe. All food will be nut free, but may contain dairy.

Art with Paula (for Ages 3-6)
Wednesday, July 17 & 24, 3-4pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Local artist Paula Brinkman is back with two art classes for PreK students.

Lunch Bunch: The Lion King (for All Ages*)
Thursday, July 18, 12-1:30pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join us every Thursday during Summer Reading for Lunch Bunch. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a classic Disney film. This movie is rated G and runs 1 hour and 29 minutes.  *Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  

Munchies & a Movie: How to Train Your Dragon 3: The Hidden World (for All Ages*)
Friday, July 19, 6-8pm in the Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Join us to watch this new film on our big screen. This movie is rated PG and runs 1 hour and 44 minutes. Snacks and water provided. *Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.

The World of Owls (for Ages 6 and Up)
Saturday, July 20, 1-2pm in the Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Find out what owls are really like with this presentation featuring live owls. Julie Anne Collier of Wingmasters will be bringing a variety of North American owls (all rescued & rehabilitated). Please note, all children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult and all attendees must be able to stay quietly seated for one hour.

Lunch Bunch: Mulan (for All Ages*)
Thursday, July 25, 12-1:30pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join us every Thursday during Summer Reading for Lunch Bunch. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a classic Disney film. This movie is rated G and runs 1 hour and 28 minutes.  *Children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult.  

World Championship Taekwondo (for Ages 3-5 & 6-9)
Monday, July 29, 11am for Ages 3-5 and 12pm for Ages 6-9, in the Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Come try a Taekowndo class with World Championship Taekwondo's Master Youn! Learn the basics of Taekwondo while having fun with your friends. 

Art with Paula (for Ages 7-11)
Wednesday, July 31 and August 7, 3-4pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Local artist Paula Brinkman is back with two art classes for students from ages 7 to 11.

Teen Programs

Teen DIY: Making a Tribble (for Grades 6-12) 
Monday, July 8, 4-5pm, Kingsley Room, Registration Required- Space is Limited

Join us to make your very own Tribble! These cute creatures are basically furry spheres and make great companions (but have a strong appetite for trouble!)

Junior Friends (for Grades 4-12) 
Thursday, July 11, 6-7pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Join us for a working meeting! Balancing recreation with service, the Junior Friends assist in the Children's and Teen Departments. Duties include book shelving and sorting, cleaning, decorating, and preparing for library events.

The Secret Science of Ice Cream (for Grades 6-12) 
Tuesday, July 16, 4-5pm, Kingsley Room, Registration Required- Space is Limited

Join us to talk about the secret science behind ice cream and make your own. Enjoy a sundae featuring the ice cream you made yourself, and leave with a recipe to make ice cream whenever you want- no machinery required! Dairy will be present.

The World of Owls (for Ages 6 and Up)
Saturday, July 20, 1-2pm in the Kingsley Room, Registration Required

Find out what owls are really like with this presentation featuring live owls. Julie Anne Collier of Wingmasters will be bringing a variety of North American owls (all rescued & rehabilitated). Please note, all children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult and all attendees must be able to stay quietly seated for one hour.

DIY Solar System Bracelets(for Grades 6-12) 
Tuesday, July 23, 2:30-3:30pm, Kingsley Room, Registration Required- Space is Limited

Make a Solar System Bracelet! Join Katie and Kira as we make fun Solar System Bracelets.

Teen Advisory Board (for Grades 6-12) 
Tuesday, July 23, 6-7pm, Upstairs, Registration Required

Get volunteer hours by joining the Teen Advisory Board! Give your opinion on books, programs, and more, and help the Teen Librarian out with special projects!

Interlibrary Rubik's Cube Competition (for Grades 1-12) 
Saturday, July 27, 11am-1pm, In the Kingsley Room, Registration Required- Space is Limited

Join us for an interlibrary rubik's cube competition cohosted with the Woodbury Public Library and held in the Kingsley Room. Compete in different timed events.

Nailed It or Failed It (for Grades 6-12) 
Tuesday, July 30, 6-7pm, In the Kingsley Room, Registration Required- Space is Limited

Before the clock runs out, you have to decorate a cupcake to match a fancy, pinterest style cupcake! Our judges will have several criteria to decide the winner, and all attendees will get to eat their own cupcakes! All materials provided. Please note: Wheat, dairy, soy, gelatin, eggs, and chocolate will be present.

Art Gallery
Current Exhibit in the Gloria Cachion Gallery

Sam Voskov Photography
July 2 through July 30 during open hours

Sam Voskov, currently a Southbury resident living in Heritage Village, immigrated to the United States from Ukraine 35 years ago.  Formerly a mechanical engineer, Mr. Voskov enjoys his hobby of capturing beautiful scenes through his camera lens.  He has photographed snowy forests of eastern Siberia, arid deserts of the American Southwest, palm-lined beaches along the Gulf coast, ancient streets and catherdrals of Europe, and everything else in between.

"I am blessed and grateful to be an American.  I have been a photographer for over a half-century.  My camera and I are nearly inseparable.  I am fascinated by the beauty of nature and our presence in it.  I always seek to capture some special moment or unique image."

Mr. Voskov has won several photography contests and can proudly say that one of his photographs has been displayed at the White House.

 

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Submitted by Southbury, CT

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