Big news!
After nearly two decades, we are releasing an updated brand identity that includes a new logo, tagline, colors and font.
Our design goal was complex in its simplicity: capture the energy we feel as we serve the people of Middletown. We partnered with The Pita Group
to help us design this new look. We met with staff, trustees, and
surveyed our patrons. Over and over we heard that Russell Library needed
an update, a modern look that reflects the culture in which we live and
the high demand for innovative services.
Throughout the process, we reaffirmed our great strengths and
discovered areas where we can do so much more. We learned that we need
to turn outward to work directly with our community to reach our
collective aspirations. And, finally, it ignited a need to create more
learning experiences and to improve access to resources for people of
all ages.
We hope that you like our new look. We believe it matches
who we are in the 21st century. Please let us know what you think! We
look forward to seeing you in the library - it's "a great place to be."
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SPECIAL PROGRAMS
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All programs are free and open to all.
Thank you to The Friends for their continued support!
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Gershwin!
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Emil Altschuler, violin
Thomas Pandolfi, piano
Thursday, December 8
7pm
Hubbard Room
Enjoy
an evening resounding with the timeless classics of the American
master, George Gershwin - with acclaimed violinist Emil Altschuler and
dynamic piano virtuoso Thomas Pandolfi.
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Jazz Up Close:
Spanning Generations
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Featuring: Godwin Louis, alto saxophone
Sunday, December 11
2pm
Hubbard Room
Resonant Motion, Inc. presents the third event of the 2016 Spanning Generations performance and discussion series. Saxophonist and composer Godwin Louis leads a quartet with bassist Henry Lugo, drummer Allan Mednard, and pianist/series curator Noah Baerman.
Free; no registration. Additional sponsors: Middletown Commission on the Arts and The Friends of the Russell Library.
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Film Series:
Race to the Rescue
Classic Hollywood Adventures
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Tuesday, December 20
12 noon
Hubbard Room
Captain Blood (1935)
Errol Flynn and Olivia de Havilland star. Comments by Scott Higgins, professor
of Film Studies and chair of the College of Film and the Moving Image
at Wesleyan University, will follow the screening.
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ONGOING PROGRAMS
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We Were There:
Writing Your Military Experiences
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Thursdays at 6:30pm
December 1, 8, 15 and 22
Meeting Room 2
All Veterans, either
active or retired, are encouraged to come and write
about their experiences for their own benefit or to share with
others.
Author Elisabeth Petry leads the workshop. For further information, contact: Christy Billings (860) 347-2528, ext. 158 or cbillings@russelllibrary.org
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Make Holiday Cards and Gift Cards
- with MS Publisher, Word and Excel
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Wednesday, December 7
2 - 4pm
Meeting Room 3
Free, drop-in. Bring a flash-drive, if you have one.
For further information: 860-347-2528, x 153
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Friends of the Russell Library
Book Sale
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Friday - Sunday
December 9 - 11
- during library hours
Activity Room
Featuring recently published (2014 - 2016) and "coffee table books" at great prices ---and suitable for gift giving.
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Yoga!
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Saturday, December 10
11am - 12pm
Hubbard Room
With instructor Jeff Hush. No prior experience, or mats, necessary; free.
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Russell Readers
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Tuesday, December 13
6:30pm
Meeting Room 2
The Semplica-Girl Diaries by George Saunders, from 100 Years of the Best American Short Stories.
For more information, email: chantal.foster@comcast.net
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Poet's Corner
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Friday, December 16
1pm - 2pm
Information Area
Middletown's Poet Laureate Susan Allison will be available to talk poetry.
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Computer Classes
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All classes are held in Meeting Room 3.
One-on-one instruction is available by appointment: 860-347-2520.
For full descriptions: Computer classes
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CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS
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Story Times for Young Children
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These programs are drop-in, no registration:
Wonderful Ones - Mondays at 10:30am
Baby Rhyme Time - Wednesdays at 1:30pm
- Thursdays at 10:30am
Preschool Power - Thursdays at 1:30pm
see: Children's Calendar
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Reading Buddies
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Monday, December 12
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Activity Room
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Dragons and Dreams
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Tuesday, December 27
10am
Activity Room
Learn about the changing states of matter through the tale of Dragons & Dreams, a story that features interactive and explosive experiments with dry ice, fog, bubbles and flying rockets!
Ages 5 and up; drop-in.
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Inside Out!
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Tuesday, December 27
2 - 4pm
Hubbard Room
Growing up can be a bumpy road, Riley is guided by her emotions: Joy, Fear,
Anger, Disgust, and Sadness. Featuring the voices of Amy Poehler, Bill Hader, Lewis Black, Mindy Kaling, and Phyllis Smith (1 hr 42 mins.) Popcorn provided! |
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TEENS
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Hour of Code
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Monday, December 5
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Meeting Room 3
Teens in grades 7 - 12 will do hands-on unplugged activities and get started on code.org to learn more about computer science. Drop-in, no registration.
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Candy Sushi!
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Thursday, December 15
6 - 7pm
Hubbard Room
Combine candy and rice crispies to make a delectable treat that
looks just like sushi! For grades 5 and up. Please register: 860-347-2520. |
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EXHIBITS
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Milford Nutcrackers
A collection of hand-painted, limited edition, American-made nutcrackers.
Photography by Artemis T. W.
Glimpses of culture and natural beauty from recent travels in Austria, Germany and the Czech Republic.
The Art Guild of Middletown
Paintings by Guild members - with prose and poetry inspired by the art, throughout December.
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JOB AND CAREER PROGRAMS
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Russell Library Job Group
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Thursdays at 10 am
December 1, 8 and 15
Hubbard Room
Russell Library presents weekly opportunities to network with other job seekers, as well as receive the advice of professionals. Topics and presenters will vary from week to week. Call 860-347-2528, ext. 121 for further information.
December 15: LinkedIn Photo shoot |
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Brain Health and the Work Search:
The Powerful Medicine of Words
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Tuesday, December 13
5:45pm
Hubbard Room
Dr. Helen Evrard, presents an interactive workshop about how words can help you deal with depression. An open Q and A will follow; registration is requested:
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Free Resume Reviewing
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The Library offers confidential resume critiquing and in-depth interview coaching appointments several times each month with certified resume writers.
Call (860) 347-2520 to sign up for a 60 minute appointment.
These services are
funded by generous support from a Community Development Block Grant from
the City of Middletown and the Friends of the Russell
Library.
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Career Coaching
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Associate Director of the Wesleyan Career Center,
James Kubat, gives
private, confidential career coaching through appointments at Russell
Library. Please bring a resume (if you have one) to the appointment.
Call the Information Desk to register: 860-347-2520.
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Practice Job Interviews
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Improve your interviewing skills and get the job you want. Bob Carlson will assist you by conducting and evaluating your practice interview, either by phone
or at Russell Library.
Videotaping the session is optional and confidential. Please call (860) 347-2520 for more information and to sign up for a 60 minute session.
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Overcoat Drive
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Throughout December, our library is collecting overcoats for
its Jobs and Career Program. Help jobseekers get interview ready with a
professional outer layer. Clean, gently used men's and women's overcoats
in solid colors, such as black, gray and navy are needed. Drop off at
the Circulation Desk, thank you!
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Russell Library
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123 Broad Street
Middletown, Connecticut 06457
Monday and Friday 10am - 6pm
Tuesday and Thursday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 1 - 8pm
Saturday (year round) 10am - 2pm
Sunday (October - March) 1 - 4pm
Closed Saturday, Sunday,
and Monday, December 24, 25 and 26 for Christmas.
HAPPY HOLIDAYS! - from the staff of Russell Library
Remember: Your library has great databases, e-books and
digital magazines that you can access anywhere, anytime!
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