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Thursday at the Library: Norb Vonnegut – Author of “Top Producer”

Written by Barbara T. on 12/02/2009

Norb Vonnegut

Coming to Darien Library on Thursday, December 17th at 7 p.m.!

NORB VONNEGUT

Author of Top Producer

Norb Vonnegut built an extensive career in private wealth management, most recently as Managing Director with a finance boutique in New York City and previously with Morgan Stanley, Paine Webber, and Kidder, Peabody. Now he brings the reader into the world of Top Producer, a sharp and twisted thriller that moves at breakneck pace.

Click here for all the details.

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One Page Poetry Circle Continues!

Written by Erica B on 11/24/2009

Poetry & Light – Wednesday, December 16th at 7PMOver the past few months, we have been having a wonderful time reading, sharing, and discussing poetry in our new program, One Page Poetry Circle, led by discussion leader Madge McKeithen, faculty member of The Writing Program at The New School. And whether you can recite Mary Oliver and Robert Frost in your sleep, or you feel that poetry oftentimes has you intrigued but a bit bewildered, I have no doubt that you will find our poetry circle a wonderful way to explore this unique literary form. Reading poetry aloud can be an enlightening experience and sometimes makes all the difference in one’s interpretation of the writer’s words. You will find a very welcoming and encouraging setting, and it will leave you with inspiration to browse our amazing poetry collection and check out some new authors.

For each session, we will always have a theme to guide you in your selections. Simply bring along a single page of poetry (by an established poet) that means something to you – perhaps a poem that you remember from childhood, one that you find interesting or unusual, or one that you might not quite understand. Everyone has an opportunity to read and share their choices with the group, and then we’ll have some lively discussions about them. It’s a great way to discover new writings, hear others’ thoughts, and share your own.

Mark your calendar for our next session:

Wednesday, December 16 at 7 PM
Poetry & Light

Also, check out the following online resources for further inspiration when choosing your poem:

The Academy of American Poets (www.poets.org)
You can browse for poems by specific subject, read about your favorite american writers, and find essays on topics such as poetry & music, form & technique, and how to read a poem. Click here for some Poetry & Light suggestions.
The Poetry Foundation (poetryfoundation.org)
Use the Poetry Tool to find poems according to poet, category, occasion, title, first line, or keyword. Your search results will contain a mix of poems, news, articles, audio, and video. To narrow your result to poems only, click the “Poems” tab at the top of your search listings.

Flickr photo courtesy of applejan.

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Next Monday at Seven

Written by Barbara T. on 12/14/2009

Our next Monday at Seven meeting will be on Monday morning, December 21st.

We will open our doors from 7 to 9 a.m. to provide a resource and meeting center for residents of Darien and Darien Library members.

For more details about our Monday at Seven program for Job Seekers and Networkers, click here.

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Chess Teen Titan Time Again!

Written by Alex Hylton on 12/12/2009

photo courtesy of flickr user teliko82Can you say this title three times fast?

Probably not, but even if you can, you’ll need more than that to crush your opponent in this battle of brains.

No matter what your skill level, come hang out, learn how to play, and join in on another round of  EPIC chess battles - Tuesday, December 15 @ 4pm in the Power Library Study rooms on the Lower level.

Chess Sets will be provided!

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Tech-Savvy Holiday Shopping

Written by JudyS on 12/07/2009

Photo courtesy of Flickr user George Eastman HouseThe old holiday song, “All I Want for Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth,” has been replaced with a new tune–as in ITunes, iPods, and all things electronic. On a recent train ride into New York City, I observed almost every passenger within view holding some sort of electronic device. It’s not surprising, then, that electronic gadgets top many holiday lists this year. But with so many to choose from, how does one decide? Luckily, there are many online holiday buying guides available to help you sort out what to buy this holiday season.

Here are my top picks:

• cnet.com’s Holiday Tech Guide
• consumerreports.org Holiday Shopping Guide
• nytimes.com Personal Tech Holiday Gift Guide
• wired.com’s Wish List 2009

And, for those of you who prefer to browse in print, take a look at these articles, all of which are available in the Library’s Magazine Reading Room on the second floor:

• “Holiday Gift Guide,” Smart Computing. December 2009, pages 52-71.
• “The Macworld Gear Guide,” Macworld. December 2009, pages 34-54.
• “What We Want,” Wired. December 2009, pages 85-128.

Happy Holidays!

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Art on View: Rural Remembrances: Barns in Our Landscape

Written by Barbara T. on 11/30/2009

On Exhibit December 1, 2009 – January 4, 2010ART ON VIEW

Rural Remembrances: Barns in Our Landscape

December 1 – January 4

Though our town may be just an hour out of midtown, there are many reminders that in many ways we are still “the country.” The winding roads. The beautiful vistas. The slower pace. The quiet. The roaming critters and wildlife. And the barns. What better image is there to recall the town’s rural history?

The new exhibit in our Art Gallery, Rural Remembrances: Barns in Our Landscape, reflects on the rural origins of Darien. Paintings by local artists include realistic landscapes, en plein air, folk scenes, and abstractions, and reflect barns throughout the seasons. Celebrating barns, one of the elements that make Darien a special place to live, the artists desired to show the strong visual qualities of barns and carry the message that barns are worth saving.

Please visit the Art Gallery on the Lower Level to view this special exhibit.

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