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About Derby Public Library |
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Your participation is welcome. The targeted age group is included in the announcement. Please contact the library for further information or to register.
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| Events Listed by Derby Public Library |
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Social Security Information Session
Starts Today at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Today at 11:00 AM
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This program is being offered by Social Security Specialist Maria Grice. Come and find out how to apply for benefits, what benefits are available, on-line services, Medicare,...... |
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| Thursday, September 9, 2010 |
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Sports Talk Series
Starts Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Thursday, September 9, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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The Silver Sluggers begin their fifth season. These informal sessions will be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball Rules consultant, Rich...... |
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| Friday, September 10, 2010 |
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Free Monthly Walk-In Basic Computer Class
Starts Friday, September 10, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Friday, September 10, 2010 at 11:30 AM
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The library will offer a basic introduction for the first time user and those seeking to refresh their PC skills. Topics Covered: Hardware, Windows, Word Processing Basics &...... |
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| Monday, September 13, 2010 |
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History of the Stevenson Dam
Starts Monday, September 13, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, September 13, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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This 90 year old dam, located on the Housatonic River between Monroe and Oxford, was built in 1918 and is only one of several “all concrete dams” in the country...... |
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Young Adult Chess Club
Starts Monday, September 13, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, September 13, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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For ages 12-17. Participants will learn how the game is played, as well as new and varying defensive/offensive strategies. Mr. Julio Maldonado provides superb expertise through...... |
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| Tuesday, September 14, 2010 |
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Young Adult Advisory Board Meeting
Starts Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 04:00 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Tuesday, September 14, 2010 at 05:00 PM
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For ages 12-17. Attendees are encouraged to provide input for improving and expanding young adult library services. Ideas contributing to the fulfillment of the Library mission...... |
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| Wednesday, September 15, 2010 |
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Career Development Workshop - Time Out!
Starts Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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This program is new to the Library. Participants will be given proven tips that will help them become more organized and more effective in their job search. Presented by a...... |
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Free Monthly Walk-In Basic Computer Class
Starts Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, September 15, 2010 at 08:00 PM
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The library will offer a basic introduction for the first time user and those seeking to refresh their PC skills. Topics Covered: Hardware, Windows, Word Processing Basics &...... |
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| Thursday, September 16, 2010 |
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Sports Talk Series
Starts Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Thursday, September 16, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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The Silver Sluggers begin their fifth season. These informal sessions will be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball Rules consultant, Rich...... |
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| Friday, September 17, 2010 |
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CT Works Career Coach - Job Search Assistance
Starts Friday, September 17, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Friday, September 17, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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The CT Works Career Coach returns to the library. Instructors will be offering Job Search Assistance. Learn where to look for jobs, how to get the job you want, and how to...... |
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CT Works Career Coach - Job Search Assistance
Starts Friday, September 17, 2010 at 01:00 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Friday, September 17, 2010 at 03:00 PM
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The CT Works Career Coach returns to the library. Instructors will be offering Job Search Assistance. Learn where to look for jobs, how to get the job you want, and how to...... |
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| Monday, September 20, 2010 |
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Young Adult Chess Club
Starts Monday, September 20, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, September 20, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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For ages 12-17. Participants will learn how the game is played, as well as new and varying defensive/offensive strategies. Mr. Julio Maldonado provides superb expertise through...... |
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| Tuesday, September 21, 2010 |
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AARP Driver Safety Course (2 day course)
Starts Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 09:30 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 01:30 PM
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This refresher course is designed for drivers fifty and over. Participants must attend both days. No written tests, no road tests, no information given to DMV, learn how to...... |
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| Wednesday, September 22, 2010 |
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AARP Driver Safety Course (must attend 9/21 & 9/22)
Starts Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at 09:30 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at 01:30 PM
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This refresher course is designed for drivers fifty and over. Participants must attend both days. No written tests, no road tests, no information given to DMV, learn how to...... |
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| Thursday, September 23, 2010 |
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Sports Talk Series
Starts Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Thursday, September 23, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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The Silver Sluggers begin their fifth season. These informal sessions will be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball Rules consultant, Rich...... |
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| Monday, September 27, 2010 |
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Harvest Table Cooking Demo (for ages 18 & over)
Starts Monday, September 27, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, September 27, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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For ages eighteen and over. Stacey Ference, local professional chef, is back. Recipes using end of summer and early autumn bounties will be featured. There will be samples of...... |
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Young Adult Chess Club
Starts Monday, September 27, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, September 27, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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For ages 12-17. Participants will learn how the game is played, as well as new and varying defensive/offensive strategies. Mr. Julio Maldonado provides superb expertise through...... |
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| Tuesday, September 28, 2010 |
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Teen Energy Workshop
Starts Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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Ages 12 to 17 are invited. The Smoking Gun Research Agency returns to guide participants in: controlling their energies and the energy of others; how to remain calm during...... |
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| Wednesday, September 29, 2010 |
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Lunctime Book Discussion: The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo by Stieg Larsson
Starts Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 12:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 01:30 PM
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This international bestseller is the first of the popular Millennium Trilogy. Harriet Vanger, a scion of one of Sweden's wealthiest families disappeared over forty years ago....... |
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| Thursday, September 30, 2010 |
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Sports Talk Series
Starts Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Thursday, September 30, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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The Silver Sluggers begin their fifth season. These informal sessions will be facilitated by radio talk show host, author, and Major League Baseball Rules consultant, Rich...... |
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| Monday, October 4, 2010 |
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Young Adult Chess Club
Starts Monday, October 4, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, October 4, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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For ages 12 to 17. All skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn how the game is played as well as new and varying defensive/offensive strategies. Mr. Julio Maldonado...... |
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| Wednesday, October 6, 2010 |
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Teen Game Night
Starts Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at 06:00 PM, Derby, CT |
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For ages 12-17. DJ Hero and Guita Hero for the Nintendo Wii game system are featured. Popular board games are also available. Refreshments will be provided. Registration is...... |
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| Friday, October 8, 2010 |
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Free Monthly Walk-In Basic Computer Class
Starts Friday, October 8, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Friday, October 8, 2010 at 11:30 AM
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The library will offer a basic introduction for the first time user and those seeking to refresh their PC skills. Topics Covered: Hardware, Windows, Word Processing Basics &...... |
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| Tuesday, October 12, 2010 |
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Social Security Information Session
Starts Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 11:00 AM
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This program is being offered by Social Security Specialist Maria Grice. Come and find out how to apply for benefits, what benefits are available, on-line services, Medicare,...... |
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Yoiung Adult Advisory Board Meeting
Starts Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 04:00 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 05:00 PM
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For ages 12-17. Attendees are encouraged to provide input for improving and expanding young adult library services. Ideas contributing to the fulfillment of the Library mission...... |
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Young Adult Advisory Board Meeting
Starts Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 04:00 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Tuesday, October 12, 2010 at 05:00 PM
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For ages 12-17. Attendees are encouraged to provide input for improving and expanding young adult library services. Ideas contributing to the fulfillment of the Library mission...... |
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| Wednesday, October 13, 2010 |
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Career Development Workshop - Resume Basics
Starts Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, October 13, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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Learn how to capture a perspective employer's attention by showing your skills,qualities and achievements in a professional manner. Participants will have the opportunity to...... |
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| Friday, October 15, 2010 |
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CT Works Career Coach - Job Search Assistance
Starts Friday, October 15, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
Library,
Ends Friday, October 15, 2010 at 12:00 PM
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The CT Works Career Coach returns to the library. Instructors will be offering Job Search Assistance. Learn where to look for jobs, how to get the job you want, and how to...... |
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CT Works Career Coach - Job Search Assistance
Starts Friday, October 15, 2010 at 01:00 PM, Derby, CT |
Library,
Ends Friday, October 15, 2010 at 03:00 PM
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The CT Works Career Coach returns to the library. Instructors will be offering Job Search Assistance. Learn where to look for jobs, how to get the job you want, and how to...... |
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| Monday, October 18, 2010 |
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Young Adult Chess Club
Starts Monday, October 18, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, October 18, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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For ages 12 to 17. All skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn how the game is played as well as new and varying defensive/offensive strategies. Mr. Julio Maldonado...... |
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| Wednesday, October 20, 2010 |
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Free Monthly Walk-In Basic Computer Class
Starts Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, October 20, 2010 at 08:00 PM
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The library will offer a basic introduction for the first time user and those seeking to refresh their PC skills. Topics Covered: Hardware, Windows, Word Processing Basics &...... |
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| Saturday, October 23, 2010 |
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Annual Fall Book Sale
Starts Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 09:30 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Saturday, October 23, 2010 at 01:30 PM
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Shoppers are invited to fill a bag for $5.00. Bags will be provided. Adult and children fiction and non-fiction, paperbacks, magazines, videos, DVDs and audio materials will be...... |
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| Monday, October 25, 2010 |
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Annual Fall Book Sale
Starts Monday, October 25, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, October 25, 2010 at 07:00 PM
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Shoppers are invited to fill a bag for $5.00. Bags will be provided. Adult and children fiction and non-fiction, paperbacks, magazines, videos, DVDs and audio materials will be...... |
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Young Adult Chess Club
Starts Monday, October 25, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, October 25, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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For ages 12 to 17. All skill levels are welcome. Participants will learn how the game is played as well as new and varying defensive/offensive strategies. Mr. Julio Maldonado...... |
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| Tuesday, October 26, 2010 |
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Annual Fall Book Sale Continues
Starts Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 10:00 AM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Tuesday, October 26, 2010 at 07:00 PM
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Shoppers are invited to fill a bag for $5.00. Bags will be provided. Adult and children fiction and non-fiction, paperbacks, magazines, videos, DVDs and audio materials will be...... |
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| Wednesday, October 27, 2010 |
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Lunchtime Book Discussion: The House on Tradd Street by Karen White
Starts Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 12:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 01:30 PM
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In this chilling series debut, real estate agent Melanie Middleton, who loves old houses and the secret histories inside them, inherits an old house in Charleston, SC from a...... |
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Young Adult Cooking Demonstration
Starts Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Wednesday, October 27, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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This session will focus on the art of preparing perfect pasta combined with simple, tasty sauces. Local caterer Stacey Ference will familiarize aspiring chefs with some...... |
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| Monday, November 1, 2010 |
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Vampire Folk Belief in Historic New England
Starts Monday, November 1, 2010 at 06:30 PM, Derby, CT |
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Ends Monday, November 1, 2010 at 07:30 PM
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This program is suitable for ages 14 and over. Dr. Nicholas F. Bellantoni, State Archaeologist with the Connecticut State Museum of Natural History & Archaeologist Center...... |
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