ADULT PROGRAMS FOR MAY

Thursday, May 1, 7-9

Strong Women Film:  FREEDOM WRITERS PG 13 127 mins.

Based on real life experiences, teacher Erin Gruwell enters into Woodrow Wilson High School ill-prepared for the challenges of her at-risk students.  This inspirational story shows the ability of a dedicated teacher to truly change lives.  Stars Hillary Swank.

Friday, May 2, 7-9

Archaeology at the Daniels Homestead Site

Presentation/Lecture by the Archaeological and Historical

Services, Inc.  The lecture offers a rare look into the lifeways of the 18th century and will focus on the scientific process of excavation and the subsequent analysis of findings and site interpretation, which took several years.

Saturday,  May 10, 1:30-3:30  

Strong Women Film:  MANCHURIAN CANDIDATE (1962) PG 13, 126 mins.

This expert political thriller, thanks in part to a fascinating plot line, emerges as one of the tautest films ever made. Its premise is diabolical: while being held prisoner in Korea, an American G.I. is programmed by the Chinese Communists to kill at will. Stars Angela Lansbury, Frank Sinatra, and Lawrence Harvey.

Thursday, May 29, 7-9

Strong Women Film:  BRIDGET JONE’S DIARY R, 94 mins.

365 days in the life of Bridget Jones (Renee Zellweger).  A humorous drama based on Helen Fielding's novel.  Also stars Hugh Grant and Colin Firth.

Remembering Waterford Series

Tom Perkins, lifelong Waterford resident and son of former first selectman, will discuss insights into growing up in Waterford in the 1940s and 1950s.  Each of the 4 sessions will cover a different topic.  Come listen, and participate with stories of your own.

School Days

Tuesday, May 6, 6:30-8 (at the COMMUNITY CENTER)

Amusements

Tuesday, May 13, 6:30-8 (at the Library)

Holidays

Tuesday, May 20, 6:30-8 (at the COMMUNITY CENTER)

Summertime

Tuesday, May 27, 6:30-8 (at the Library)

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OF SPECIAL INTEREST:

Sunday, May 18th is the last Sunday the Library will be open for the season.  The Library will reopen on Sundays on September 7th.

The Library will be closed for Memorial Day, Monday, May 26th.