Submitted by Marissa Lehmacher and Laurie Gardner.
Music on the Lawn with Hungrytown — Wednesday, September 19, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.
We will hold this concert indoors if the weather is inclement.
After more than a decade of world-wide touring and three album releases, Rebecca Hall and Ken Anderson–otherwise known as the folk duo Hungrytown–have earned a reputation for the quality and authenticity of their songwriting: “It’s great to hear an act eschew sentimentality in favor of honesty and to prove that you don’t have to go raiding the memory of others to find the stuff that really good songs are made of,” writes Jedd Beaudoin of Popmatters.
Lyricist Rebecca Hall is credited with compositions “that sound as timeless as any traditional songs” (Northern Sky, UK) while producer/multi-instrumentalist/husband Ken Anderson is lauded for his “remarkable affinity for instrumental embellishment” (No Depression) and for crafting Hungrytown’s “gorgeous vocal harmonies” (Folk and Roots, UK).
Hungrytown’s introduction to folk music came when a close friend–who died young due to a tragic misdiagnosis–entrusted to them her collection of 1960s folk albums and her guitar (which has since been featured on all of their albums). Soon afterwards, Hall released two solo albums, Sings! (1999) and Sunday Afternoon (2002), both produced by Anderson. In the winter of 2003, the duo quit their boring desk jobs, moved to the green hills of Vermont, and decided to pursue a full-time career as touring musicians.
They released their first CD, Hungrytown, in 2008; Any Forgotten Thing in 2011; and Further West in 2015. Hungrytown’s music has received extensive radio airplay worldwide and has appeared on several television shows, including Comedy Central’s The Daily Show, IFC’s Portlandia and Netflix’s Lady Dynamite.
As part of this concert we will be partnering with Hungrytown on the “Let’s Feed This Hungry Town” initiative to supply non-perishable foods to the Haddam Food Bank. Please bring non-perishable food with you to the concert. The food bank is especially in need of tuna, peanut butter, pasta, tomato sauce, and beans.
River Views: An Appreciation of Our State’s Namesake Waterway
Clean-up at Haddam Meadows
Saturday, September 29, 2018 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
In our series of lectures on the appreciation of the Connecticut River we have learned about the history, geology, edible plants, and the predatory birds of the river. Now that we have a better understanding of the river, help us as we step outside of Brainerd Memorial Library to clean a section of Connecticut River. Brainerd Memorial Library and Adopt A Park Volunteers will be working together at Haddam Meadows to clean up trash and invasive plants. This event will be held in conjunction with the Connecticut River Conservancy’s Source to Sea annual cleanup. Please meet in the open area to the left of the boat launch.
Adults and youths are encouraged to participate. Youths will need to be accompanied by an adult. Please dress appropriately for the weather, bring garden loppers or a saw, water and gloves. Volunteers with Haddam Transfer stickers are needed to help transport items to the station.
You may sign up either at www.brainerdlibrary.org, call the Library at 860-345-2204 or look for our team on the Connecticut River Conservancy website at www.ctriver.org under the Get Involved tab.
CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS
Preschool Storytime
Preschool Storytime is changing days and will now be held every Tuesday at 10:30 a.m. In September 2018, those dates are the 4, 11, 18 and the 25. Join us for themed stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts. Appropriate for children ages 3 and up, but younger siblings are always welcome.
Saturday Storytime
Can’t make preschool storytime during the week? Join us on the first Saturday of every month at 10:30 a.m. for stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts. In September that date is the Sept. 1. Appropriate for children ages 3 and up, but younger siblings are always welcome.
Music with Margie
Music with Margie will meet on Thursday, September 13, 2018 and Thursday, September 27, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. The theme for September is “Getting to Know You”. Margie’s multi-sensory program builds skills on a bi-weekly basis, in order for children to reach the developmental goals they need to enter kindergarten. Margie brings items for children to play with such as beanbags, scarves, puppets, and instruments. Many Haddam children have grown up with Margie as she has been coming to Brainerd Library for 20 years. Music with Margie is appropriate for children ages 2 to 6.
Toddler Tunes
Toddler Tunes is a music and movement program for toddlers and their caregivers. Join us to sing nursery rhymes, dance, make music, and read a simple story. In September, Toddler Tunes will take place on the following Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.: the 6th and the 20, 2018. Appropriate for children ages 1 to 3, but younger and older siblings are always welcome.
LEGO™ Club
Like playing with Legos? Come build with us! Each month will feature one unique theme and one free build. Lego creations will be put on display until the next session. Lego Group meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays of every month from 5:00 to 6:00 p.m. In September, those dates are the 4th and the 18th. Appropriate for children ages 5 and up.
YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS
Cupcake Lab
No competition, just fun! We provide the cupcakes and decorating supplies, and you decorate them to create unique cupcakes. Each month has a new science based theme! This month’s theme is Paleontology (the study of Dinosaurs)! Cupcake Lab will take place on Thursday, September 13, 2018 from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. For tweens and teens grades 6 through 12.
Teen Advisory Board
Is back for the school year! What can your library do for you? Join BML’s Teen Advisory Board to find out! The TAB will meet on Thursday, September 27th from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. Voice your ideas for improved young adult (YA) services, help plan YA events and activities, help develop the YA collection, and assist with Children’s programming. Participation counts toward community services hours and looks great on college and job applications! Contact Kristen at kcarpentier@brainerdlibrary.org or call us at 860-345-2204. It’s your library… make a difference! For tweens and teens grades 6 to 12.