Introduction to Classical Latin (for grade 7-adult)

Every Saturday

Saturday, June 4

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

The study of classical Latin exercises memory, increases English vocabulary, and broadens general knowledge. Using the textbook Ecce Romani I, participants will learn Latin vocabulary, English vocabulary derived from Latin, Latin and English grammar, translation skills, and ancient Roman geography, history, daily life, and mythology. Latin abbreviations and phrases used in English, such as e.g., A.D., et al., ad hoc, status quo, and tempus fugit, will be featured on a regular basis. Participants will need to obtain a copy of the 2^nd, 3^rd, or 4^th edition of Ecce Romani I. A complimentary copy of the text will be provided as long as the supply lasts. Ecce Romani is a reading-based program and this high school-based curriculum is presented in English with some conversational phrases in Latin.

Taught by Susan Craig.

Registration is required to attend this ONLINE event. To register, call the Reference Desk at (203) 488-1441 ext. 318 or email programs@blackstonelibrary.org

NEW DATE Branford Forum: Stone Buildings and Building Stones of New England

Saturday, June 4

11:00 am - 12:30 pm

The Branford Forum is a community organization that brings nationally renowned figures to the Shoreline. This month’s speaker is Robert Barnett, Princeton University Vice Provost and Capital Project Manager.

Deconstruction takes apart an object or idea to understand its origin and function. In industry this process is known as reverse engineering. I’m interested in reverse history: start with the present and work backward to the beginning. The present is a stone building, and the beginning is the building stone. Together we will deconstruct The James Blackstone Memorial Library in Branford and The Beinecke Rare Book and Manuscript Library at Yale.

Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.

How to Eat a Poem: A Weekly Poetry Discussion Group

Every Saturday

Saturday, June 4

11:00 am - 12:00 pm

Learn to better understand and appreciate the wide world of poetry! With an emphasis on teaching students to read, understand, and evaluate poetry, this group will be your guide to discovering how and what a poem means, and hopefully gain a new appreciation for the art form.

Registration is required to receive a link to this online event. For more information, please call 203-488-1441 x 318 or email programs@blackstonelibrary.org.

Page to Paper: Picture Book Art Exploration for grades K-2

Saturdays

Saturday, June 4

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Get ready to get messy. Join us once a month for a different art project inspired by various picture books that go along with this summer’s Ocean’s of Possibilities theme. During each session we will read a book from a specific author and then practice different art techniques inspired by the book’s illustrations.

Space is limited & a waiting list will open when each event is full. Please be respectful of limited space & only sign up for events you can attend. We can’t wait to see you soon! To sign up for this and other children’s events, visit our Youth Services Events Sign Up Page Here.

Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Memorial Library