Rise Up Sisters!

Monday, November 7 - November 18

All Day

Uncover the history of women’s suffrage in the US from 1830s to 1920! This display chronicles the diverse group of Connecticut women who were instrumental in the movement for woman suffrage. The banners tell many different stories, from the Smith sisters of Glastonbury who spoke up about injustices against women and helped to spark others to follow in their footsteps, to Alice Paul, who put her life on the line to force the issue on a national level and whose tenacity helped to sway public opinion in the final hours.

Presented by the Connecticut Women’s Hall of Fame

Exhibit on display from November 7 -18 at the Blackstone Library

John Simboli: A Sense of Place

Saturday, November 12

10:00 am - 11:00 am

A Blackstone Artists Circle Gallery Talk. This artist’s work will be on display in the upper rotunda gallery for the month of November & December.

Branford photographer and filmmaker John Simboli discusses his photographic work focused on the people and land of Central Pennsylvania.

Registration is recommended to attend this IN PERSON event.

How to Eat a Poem: A Weekly Poetry Discussion Group

Every Saturday

Saturday, November 12

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.

Introduction to Classical Latin (for grade 7-adult)

Every Saturday

Saturday, November 12

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

Saturday DnD: A Teen Roleplaying Club

Saturday, November 12

2:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Gather treasure, battle monsters, be home by dinner!

This fall, we’re officially bringing back our D&D Club at Blackstone Library, where middle & high school teens can explore their creativity in the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Sign up for a once-a-month opportunity to build your experience in an ongoing campaign. Each month will build on what we did the session before, continue coming back to see your character’s level rise as they learn new abilities, spells & powers!

Dungeons & Dragons is a storytelling game where players create their own characters & go on an interactive adventure. No experience is necessary to play. Both new & experienced players are welcome! Space is limited, sign up is required for this event. Meeting in the auditorium