Contact:

2203 Main Street Stratford, Connecticut 06615 Tom Holehan/Public Relations & Programming 385-4162 email:tholehan@stratfordlibrary.org website: www.stratfordlibrary.org

STRATFORD LIBRARY SETS 2013 BOOK DISCUSSION SERIES

The Stratford Library has announced its selections for the Winter/Spring 2013 series of Books Over Coffee, the monthly book discussion program that has been a popular staple at the library for over 25 years. As part of its long-range plan, the library continues to offer the latest in current titles and topics for its patrons. Books Over Coffee is hosted by Stratford educator and author Kathleen Faggella. Current bestsellers and notable authors mark the selections chosen for Books Over Coffee. The Light Between Oceans is author M.L. Stedmans debut novel set on an

isolated island where a childless couple come upon the chance to suddenly become parents. The moral dilemmas facing the couple form the conflict inherent in this

mesmerizing new novel. The book will kick-off the 2013 Books Over Coffee series on Wednesday, January 30 at noon. Other book titles for the season will be The Twelve Tribes of Hattie by Ayana Mattes (February 27), Call the Midwife a memoir by Jennifer Worth (March 27), The Silver Linings Playbook by Matthew Quick (April 24), The Paris Wife by Paula McLain (May 29) and Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn (June 26). Books Over Coffee is held in the Stratford Librarys Lovell Room beginning at noon each month. Participants are invited to bring a bag lunch; coffee and tea are also served. Copies of all books are currently available for loan at the librarys Circulation Desk. The titles are also available for loan on Kindle and Nook eReaders. The discussion programs are free and open to the public.

For further information and/or a 2013 program schedule, visit the Stratford Library at 2203 Main Street in Stratford, Connecticut or call its Public Relations and Programming Office at: 203.385.4162. Timely information is also available on the librarys website at: www.stratfordlibrary.org.
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LIBRARY SETS PUBLIC TECHNOLOGY CLASSES

Basic Assistance on E-Readers, Tablet Computers, iPods, MP3 Players
Due to popular demand, the Stratford Library will continue its series of invaluable workshops designed to help adults learn about new technologies and applications currently on the market. Technology Sandbox" will include basic assistance dealing with the use of E-Readers, tablet computers, MP3 players, iPods and more. The Librarys professional staff will conduct the workshops scheduled through January 2013. They are free and open to the public. Patrons are invited to bring their e-readers, iPods, smartphones, laptops or mobile devices for instructions on their capabilities and to discover how to download library materials for free. Open sessions will be on the following schedule, first-come, first-served: Monday, January 7: 10 am-Noon Thursday, January 17: 2-4 pm Thursday, January 24: 10 am-Noon Monday, January 28: 10 am-Noon All sessions will be held in the Stratford Library Lovell Room. No reservations are necessary. For further information, call the Library at 203.385.4164 or visit:

www.stratfordlibrary.org.
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LIBRARY TO CLOSE FOR KING HOLIDAY

The Stratford Library, 2203 Main Street in Stratford will be closed on Sunday, January 20 and Monday, January 21, 2013 in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday. The library will reopen on Tuesday, January 22 at 10 am. Current library hours are: Monday-Thursday: 10 am 8 pm, FridaySaturday: 10 am 5 pm and Sunday: 1-5 pm. For further library information, call 203.385.4161 or visit its website at: www.stratfordlibrary.org.
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Librarys Friday Night Movies Offers Dark Knight

Blockbuster Hit Set for January 11th in Stratford
The Stratford Librarys Friday Night Movies continues in 2013 with a screening of the 2012 blockbuster, The Dark Knight Rises on Friday, January 11th. The series presents recent, popular films on monthly Friday evenings, September through June. showing is free and open to the public. One of last years biggest hits, The Dark Knight Rises is director Christopher Nolans final chapter in his critically acclaimed trilogy of Batman movies. In this latest The film

entry, it has been eight years since Batman vanished into the night, turning from hero to fugitive. Assuming the blame for the death of Harvey Dent, the Dark Knight sacrificed

everything for what he and Commissioner Gordon both hoped was the greater good. Christian Bale stars as the title character with Anne Hathaway as Catwoman and Tom Hardy as Bane, the villain. Movies in the series are shown uncut on widescreen in the Stratford Library Lovell Room beginning at 7 pm (sharp!). The Dark Knight Rises is rated PG-13 and runs 165 minutes. Complimentary snacks are served. Seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.

Library doors open at 6:30 pm no one is admitted once the movie begins. Patrons should use the Main Street entrances. For further information, call the library at 203.385.4162 or visit its website: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

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Friday Night Movies Continues at Stratford Library

Free Monthly Screenings of Popular Films Begins in January
The Stratford Library continues its monthly film series in 2013 with Friday Night Movies. The series offers free showings of recent, popular films. Movies are shown uncut on widescreen in the Stratford Library Lovell Room each month beginning at 7 pm. Complimentary snacks will be served. Join us!

For further information call the library at 203.385.4162 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

January 11: The Dark Knight Rises

It has been eight years since Batman vanished into the night, turning, in that instant, from hero to fugitive. Assuming the blame for the death of D.A. Harvey Dent, the Dark Knight sacrificed everything for what he and Commissioner Gordon both hoped was the greater good. Christian Bale and Anne Hathaway star in this finale. PG-13, 165 minutes

February 8: Moonrise Kingdom

Delightful coming-of-age story set on an island off the coast of New England in 1965 where two twelve-year-olds fall in love, make a secret pact and run away together into the wilderness. Parents follow. Bill Murray, Bruce Willis and Frances McDormand star. PG-13,
94 minutes

March 8: Hope Springs

Meryl Streep and Tommy Lee Jones play a devoted couple who, after decades of marriage, has left the wife wanting to spice things up and reconnect with her husband. Filmed locally in Milford, Madison and surrounding areas. PG-13, 100 minutes

April 12: The Bourne Legacy

In this re-boot of the film franchise, Jeremy Renner plays Aaron Cross, a member of a black ops program whose agents are genetically enhanced. A gripping thriller. PG-13, 135 minutes

May 10: Magic Mike

Set in the world of male strippers, film stars Channing Tatum in a story inspired by his real life. The movie follows Mike (Tatum) as he takes a young dancer under his wing and schools him in the fine arts of partying, picking up women and making easy money. One of 2012s surprise hits. R, 100 minutes

June 14: Skyfall

In the latest 007 entry, James Bonds (Daniel Craig) loyalty to M (Judi Dench) is tested as her past comes back to haunt her. Meanwhile, Bond must track down and destroy a new threat no matter how personal the cost. Javier Bardem plays his nemesis. PG-13, 143 minutes
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KIDS STUFF!
2013 Winter/Spring Storytime Schedule
Mondays 10:30 am

January 7 May 24, 2013

Toddler Time Rhymes and songs for children under 3

11:15 am

Registered Toddler Time Registration begins January 7 Books, rhymes and songs for walkers under 3 in a small group setting Session I: January 28 to March 25 / Session II: April 1 to May 27 Storytime/Stories, songs and a craft for children ages 3 to 6.

Tuesdays 10:30 am

Wednesdays 6:30 pm Pajamarama Storytime with Ms. Clark Most Wednesdays; call for schedule. Stories and songs for ages 2 to 7. Thursdays 10:30 am Lapsit/Songs and bounces for infants and toddlers. Lapsitters only, please! Fridays 10:30 am Lets Find Out Stories, songs, games or crafts? Stop by Fridays and find out which one! Ages 2 to 5.

Monthly Storytimes - Call 203.385/4165 to register: Inquiring Minds - Nature, Math or Science storytime with an activity. Ages 3 to 7. Magical Musical Me - Music time for babies and siblings ages 5 and under. Programs are subject to change. Call 203.385.4165 to confirm. Check website for holiday/school vacation schedules: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

Aspiring Authors
Children ages 8 to 12 with an interest in creative writing are invited to Aspiring Authors at the Stratford Library Childrens Department on Monday, January 7 at 4 pm. Children should bring a notebook with them. To register or for further information, call the Stratford Library Childrens Department at 203.385.4165 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

Children ages 9 to 12 can learn the basics of Microsoft Excel at the Stratford Library. Class is one hour in length and will take place Tuesday, January 8 at 4 pm. necessary. No experience with Excel

Intro to Excel

To register or for more information, call the Childrens Department at 203.385.4165 or

visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

Lets Find Out

Lets Find Out will meet at the Stratford Library on Fridays at 10:30 am beginning January 11. This activity program is for children ages 2 to 5 and may include stories, songs, crafts, science or games. What will happen this week? Lets Find Out! No registration is

required. For further information, call the Childrens Department at 203.385.4165 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

Knitting for Kids at the Stratford Library

Knitting for Kids at the Stratford Library will meet Mondays, January 14 and 28, 2013 at 4 pm for children ages 7 to 12. Knitters are asked to bring short needles (US sizes 8-11 recommended). To register or for further information, call the Childrens Department at 203.385.4165 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

Art Smart
Art Smart at the Stratford Library invites children in grades 1 to 5 to examine, evaluate and enjoy picture book art. Based on the idea of the Caldecott Award, given annually for excellence in illustration, members of the committee will make their own predictions for this year's best picture books. Children will learn about different art mediums used in picture book illustration, share their favorite books with the group and vote for their Caldecott picks. The class will meet Tuesdays, January 15 and 22 from 4-5 pm. Children are asked to attend both meetings. The program is free and all supplies will be provided at the first meeting. For more information or to register, call 203.385.4165.

Read to Therapy Dogs

Children of all ages can read to Venus the Golden Retriever therapy dog on Tuesday, January 15, 2013 from 6-7 pm. To register for a time or for more information, call the Library at 203.385.4165.

Hobbit Party!
The Stratford Library will host a Hobbit Party for children and adults ages 8 to 88 on Saturday, January 19 from 2:30 to 4 pm in the Librarys Lovell Room. Hobbits are fantastical characters in JRR Tolkiens classic novel, currently on movie screens, and they love parties. At the party, children will be invited to play Smaugs Treasure Hunt board game, go on a quest, write their name in runes and enjoy other hobbit activities. As with every Hobbit Party, cake and presents will be served to guests. Registration is required. To

register or for more information, call the Childrens Department at 203.385.4165 or visit: www.stratfordlibrary.org.

STRATFORD LIBRARY EVENTS

JANUARY 2013

NOTE: REVISED & UPDATED EVERY WEEK!

Advice:
Monday, January 7, 2013 Lovell Room

TECHNOLOGY SANDBOX
10 am-Noon

Invaluable workshop designed to help adults learn about new technologies and applications currently on the market. Patrons are invited to bring their e-readers, iPods, smartphones, laptops or mobile devices for instructions on their capabilities and to discover how to download library materials for free. Free and open to the public. First-come, first-served.

Friday Night Movies:

Friday, January 11, 2013 Lovell Room

THE DARK KNIGHT RISES

7 pm

Monthly film showing of recent popular movies presents the blockbuster finale of the Batman trilogy of films starring Christian Bale and Anne Hathaway. Rated PG:13. Seating on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 6:30 pm, no seating once the film begins.

Advice:

Thursday, January 17, 2013 Lovell Room

TECHNOLOGY SANDBOX
2-4 pm

Invaluable workshop designed to help adults learn about new technologies and applications currently on the market. Patrons are invited to bring their e-readers, iPods, smartphones, laptops or mobile devices for instructions on their capabilities and to discover how to download library materials for free. Free and open to the public. First-come, first-served.

LIBRARY CLOSED FOR MARTIN LUTHER KINK, JR. HOLIDAY JANUARY 21, 2013 Advice:
Thursday, January 24, 2013 Lovell Room

TECHNOLOGY SANDBOX
10 am-Noon

Invaluable workshop designed to help adults learn about new technologies and applications currently on the market. Patrons are invited to bring their e-readers, iPods, smartphones, laptops or mobile devices for instructions on their capabilities and to discover how to download library materials for free. Free and open to the public. First-come, first-served.

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Monday, January 28, 2013 Lovell Room

TECHNOLOGY SANDBOX
10 am-Noon

Invaluable workshop designed to help adults learn about new technologies and applications currently on the market. Patrons are invited to bring their e-readers, iPods, smartphones, laptops or mobile devices for instructions on their capabilities and to discover how to download library materials for free. Free and open to the public. First-come, first-served.

Theatre:

Tuesday, January 29, 2013 Lovell Room

FRIENDS OF SQUARE ONE THEATRE GENERAL MEETING

7 pm

The first general meeting of the volunteer support group for Stratfords Square One Theatre Company will be held this evening. A sneak-peek of the theatres upcoming comedy, Distracted, will be performed. Light refreshments served. Free and open to the public.

Books Over Coffee:

Wednesday, January 30, 2013 Lovell Room

THE LIGHT BETWEEN OCEANS

Noon

M.L. Stedmans haunting new novel takes place on an isolated island where a childless couple come across a boat that has washed up onshore carrying a dead man and a living baby. Copies of the novel are available at the Library check-out desk or for download. Bring a bag lunch coffee and tea will be served. Free and open to the public.

For further information, call the Stratford Library Public Relations & Programming Office at 203.385.4162 or visit the library website at: www.stratfordlibrary.org.
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