Minor Memorial Library Events - October 2023
From: Minor Memorial Library
October 3, 2023
Doppelgangers
Wednesday, October 4th
5:30pm
It is said that everyone has a twin somewhere in the world; not just someone who looks like them, but an exact duplicate of themselves. History is ripe with tales of people who have seen their Doppelgängers. Abraham Lincoln was assassinated after seeing his double. Queen Elizabeth I of England and members of her staff saw hers wandering around her throne room shortly before her death.
Doppelgängers have also been seen and heard in haunted houses. Join paranormal investigator Barry Pirro as he explores the mysterious world of these evil twins.
Participants will also have a chance to ask Barry questions about his experiences as a ghost hunter and to share their own true ghost stories.
Please RSVP
Adult Basic Yoga with Kimiye (baby friendly!)
Friday, October 6th
11am
Parents with infants welcome.
Not quite a “baby and me” yoga class, this class is for any adult who needs to move, stretch and flow.
Suggested $10 donation for Loaves and Fishes soup kitchen in New Milford. https://loavesandfishesnewmilford.org
Library CLOSED for the holiday
Monday, October 9th
Book Donation Day at the Hodge
Saturday, October 14th
10am -12pm
South Street Block Party
Saturday, October 14th
11am - 1:30pm
Fun for all ages!
Stroll up and down South Street (from Weller’s Bridge to the Library) and enjoy fun, food, and community.
Stop at the SENIOR CENTER & ROXBURY MUSEUM for fun activities.
Take a walk along JOEY’S TRAIL (connecting the library and senior center) to learn the interesting history of some Roxbury place-names
Visit the LIBRARY from 10am – 2pm to check out books, movies, and more:
From 11am -1:30pm we’ll be painting toadstools & halloween houses and serving up cider & treats.
South Street will be closed to traffic from 11am-1:30pm.
Please park at the Episcopal Church or here at the Library.
Guilty Until Proven Innocent: On False Confession and Wrongful Conviction
Saturday, October 14th
2pm
Presented by the Arthur Miller Society & the Arthur Miller Writing Studio
Fall 2023 marks 50 years since Falls Village, CT, teenager Peter Reilly’s murder arrest and coerced false confession. This far-ranging event will examine Arthur Miller’s support of Reilly’s defense in the 1970s and will explore the contemporary experience of New Haven resident and author Gaylord Salters.
A question and answer session concludes the discussion, with hospitality to follow
This event is free & open to the public.
A live stream will be available at: www.arthurmillerstudio.org OR www.arthurmillersociety.net
This event is supported by a grant from CT Humanities Cultural Fund
Seating is limited and on a first-come, first served basis.
Book Sales at the Hodge
Saturdays, October 21 & 28
10am - 2pm
Halloween Pop-Up Pub
Friday, October 27th
5:30 - 8pm
It’s the most wonderful time of the year!
Join your friends and neighbors for a fun gathering inside the Hodge Memorial Library (4 North St.) featuring festive beverages (beer from Kent Falls Brewing, wine, cocktails from Mine Hill Distillery & plenty of non-alcoholic options).
Proceeds benefit the Hodge Library.
Light snacks will be available, but feel free to bring your own as well.
The Friends of the Library’s Next Chapter Book Store will be open for browsing.
See you there!
Costumes strongly encouraged!!!
EVENTS for KIDS & FAMILIES
Preschool Storytime
October 2, 16, 23, 30 @11:30am
Stories, songs, and bubbles for the 5 and under crowd
Drop-in to any event. Questions? email rx.jkallay@biblio.org
Halloween Storywalk on Joey's Trail
October 20th 6:30-8pm
Follow Joey’s Trail through the dark woods behind the Library. You never know who or what you might encounter!
This “haunted” trail is family friendly, no jump scares, just dark!
Costumes encouraged, bring a flashlight and watch your step!
To preserve the fun for others, we kindly ask that everyone please join the trail at the start behind the library.
ATLAS K&1: "Pumpkin Painting"
Monday, October 16th 3:15-4pm
- Register using THIS ONLINE FORM 2) Print permission note 3) Send note to school prior to the first day of the event.
To allow us time to prepare, registration must be received by the FRIDAY preceding the program.
Homeschoolers are welcome!
A library staff member will walk your child to the library from Booth School. In the event that school is cancelled, the program will be as well. Questions, email rx.jkallay@biblio.org
ATLAS 2&3: "Halloween Science"
Monday, October 23rd 3:15-4pm
- Register using THIS ONLINE FORM 2) Print permission note 3) Send note to school prior to the first day of the event.
To allow us time to prepare, registration must be received by the FRIDAY preceding the program.
Homeschoolers are welcome!
A library staff member will walk your child to the library from Booth School. In the event that school is cancelled, the program will be as well. Questions, email rx.jkallay@biblio.org
ATLAS 4&5: "Harry Potter Wizarding Party"
Monday, October 30th 3:15-4pm
- Register using THIS ONLINE FORM 2) Print permission note 3) Send note to school prior to the first day of the event.
To allow us time to prepare, registration must be received by the FRIDAY preceding the program.
Homeschoolers are welcome!
A library staff member will walk your child to the library from Booth School. In the event that school is cancelled, the program will be as well. Questions, email rx.jkallay@biblio.org
Trunk or Treat
October 31st 6 - 7:30pm
All Roxbury businesses, residents, and community organizations are invited to participate!
Please RSVP to reserve a spot for your car. If you need extra space, please contact the library.
Cars, please arrive in the parking lot between 4 – 5:30pm as South Street will close to traffic before trick-or-treating at 6pm!
Don’t forget that our South Street neighbors take on all of Roxbury’s ghosts & ghouls on Halloween!
Please consider donating candy to one of our donation boxes that can be found at Town Hall, the Library, and Booth Free School.
