Events

There's always something going on at Wheeler Library. Be sure to check here often for upcoming Events.

Tuesday Evening Book Club

Fun and Educational Events For Children

Friends of Wheeler Library Events

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Vampire Folk Traditions in Southeastern Connecticut

Nick Bellantoni, Connecticut State Archaeologist, will be discussing the archaeology of vampires in Southeastern Connecticut. His story began in the fall of 1990, when a sand and gravel operation in Griswold, CT, accidently uncovered an 18th century farming family cemetery. The state archaeologist mobilized to rescue remains endangered by collapse from the gravel bank. Twenty-nine individuals were recovered and analyzed. Instead of being in anatomical position within the coffin feature, one individual was totally re-arranged in the grave. Searching for an explanation led to the trail of the New England "Vampire" folk belief.

Wednesday, February 15
7:00 pm

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Ashley Jones and Darin Keech in concert

Ashley Jones and Darin Keech, who performed at October's One for the Books event, return to Wheeler Library, Alternative Folk Rock duo mixing original and covers with a jam band feel. Covering Beatles, Neil Young, blues and bluegrass.

Darin Keech: Songwriter / Acoustic guitar / harp / vocal (bandofhumans.org)
Ashley Jones: violin / vocal (ashleyjonesviolin.com)

Friday, March 2
7:30 pm

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Wheeler Library Book Club February Selection:
Still Alice by Lisa Genova

Discussion Group meets
Tuesday, February 28
7:00 pm

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Looking Ahead:
Westerly Granite Story March 7
Movie Night "Wall-E" March 9
Friends of Wheeler Library Book Sale March 13 - March 17
Movie night March 23 "Hop" Mobile Shredder Truck at Wheeler Library March 24
Grantwriting Seminar March 28
North Stonington Garden Tour
June 23

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Past Events

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'Azorian' the Video

The whole story about the covert locating of a Soviet missile submarine in the Pacific ocean, the designing of the Glomar Explorer, and its 1974 attempt to recover the wreck from 16,500 feet of water. Sponsored by the North Stonington Foundation Free and open to the public.

Wednesday, February 22
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

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Owl Felting

Gather together with Juli Mancini and learn how to felt this fuzzy creature of the night. All supplies included to felt one owl in class. Beginners welcome. $15.00 - class limited to 20 people. 2.5 to 3 hours. Stop by the library to reserve a place.

Saturday, February 25
10:00 am

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Lee Paradis of Horses Healing Humans will give a presentation about the difference between therapeutic riding, equine-assisted learning, and equine-facilitated psychotherapy for people with physical, cognitive, and mental health challenges. She will explain who can benefit from these therapies, how each methodology helps participants, and what to look for in a quality program. Free and open to the public. No registration required.

Wednesday, February 29
7:00 pm

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And, planning way ahead....

A mobile shredder truck will be at the library; shredding will be free, with donations accepted to defray the cost of the service.

Saturday, March 24

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Moroccan Night A Dinner and Movie Event

Relax and savor authentic Moroccan cuisine in a casual, exotic setting and experience Casablanca on the big screen. Cost is $25.00 per person for this unique program and includes an assortment of appetizers, entree,dessert and beverages. Preregistration with payment is required for this event by March 24.

Limited to 40 people. All proceeds benefit Wheeler Library of North Stonington. Tickets may be purchased at Wheeler Library, 101 Main St, North Stonington. To reserve your ticket or for more information, please call the library at 860.535.0383 or email.

Saturday, March 31
6:00 pm - 9:30 pm

One evening, two topics

Patent Basics with Atty. Anthony Palazzolo - Protecting your new product or idea; how to patent your idea or product, or copyright your literature.

Bookkeeping Basics with Wendy Hauptmann and Ann Ketelhut - Keys to accounting startup; comparing software; state and federal regulations.

Free and open to the public. No pre-registration required. Students welcome. Please call Peter Bogoian 886.4245, pbogoian@comcast.net with any questions.

Wednesday, February 8
6:30 pm Refreshments
7:00 pm Patent Basics
8:00 pm Bookkeeping Basics

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Top Ten Organizing Tips

Do you need to organize a file cabinet? How about a room? If you want to create spaces and processes for yourself that are easy to maintain, and have less stressful days, plan to attend "Top Ten Organizing Tips". Sandra Wheeler has been giving presentations at libraries throughout the area, and joins us at Wheeler Library to share her expertise and advice on getting organized. Sponsored by the Friends of Wheeler Library. Free and open to the public.

Thursday, February 23
7:00 pm

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Other Town Events:

Wheeler High School's Oxfam Club Empty Bowls Project Dinner

NS Congregational Church Tickets $5 plus two non-perishable food, hygiene, or cleaning items. Tickets can be purchased at the door or in advance from Jessica Sullivan ( sullivanj@northstonington.k12.ct.us ). Proceeds benefit the Old Lyme Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry, the Pawcatuck Neighborhood Center, The United Way of Southeastern Connecticut, and the MASH (Mystic Area Shelter and Hospitality) Shelter. Each attendee will receive a clay bowl hand made by a Wheeler High School student or staff member. To find out more about the Empty Bowls Project, visit emptybowls.net

Thursday, February 23
5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

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