The <a href="https://www.ctrp3.org/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Project (CTRP3)</a> is committed to strengthening the relationship between the public and law enforcement.
To facilitate open discourse and address the pressing issue of racial profiling within our communities, CTRP3 invites you, the community, to participate in an engaging and transparent discussion.
This gathering provides an opportunity for community members to
share their thoughts, experiences, and insights to advance and fortify
the bond between law enforcement agencies and the community.
CTRP3 warmly encourages the participation of all community members,
irrespective of background or experience, in this pivotal conversation.
Moderator: Bill Dyson, Chair, Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Advisory Board
Goals:
<ol>
<li>Inform attendees about the CT Racial Profiling Prohibition Project, and allow for an opportunity to react and discuss.</li>
<li>Create a space for meaningful dialogue where participants can share their views on racial profiling concerning traffic stops.</li>
</ol>
6:00 Welcome and Introduction
James Cosgrove, First Selectman, Town of Branford
6:05 Project Overview: Ken Barone, Project Manager
6:20 Introduction of Panel Members and Moderated Discussion
Jon Mulhern, Chief of Police, Branford Police Department
Cheryl Sharp, Esq., CT Commission on Human Rights and Opportunities
Roberta Gill-Brooks, Community Representative
6:40 Open Discussion with Audience
7:00 Closing Remarks
Come out to learn more, ask questions, and have an open and honest discussion.
Light refreshments will be served at 5:30 PM. Event starts at 6 PM. <a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/public-forum-ct-racial-profiling-prohibition-project-12698" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is recommended, but not required.</a>
About Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Project:
The Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Project (CTRP3) is
dedicated to implementing the state of Connecticut’s Alvin W. Penn
Racial Profiling Law. This law prohibits law enforcement agencies from
stopping, detaining, or searching any motorist solely based on
considerations of race, color, ethnicity, age, gender, or sexual
orientation.

Local Event: Public Forum: CT Racial Profiling Prohibition Project

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Wednesday April 24, 2024: The Connecticut Racial Profiling Prohibition Project (CTRP3) is committed to strengthening the relationship between...

Public Forum: CT Racial Profiling Prohibition Project

James Blackstone Memorial Library

A monthly weeknight diversion for guitar and music enthusiasts! Connect with others who share your passion for classical guitar by participating in a variety of activities. Performances, instruction, discussions, guest performers, and more! Led by local guitarist and teacher Neal Fitzpatrick.
This month’s program will feature a variety of selections from all the various eras and styles found in the classical guitar repertoire. The program will include works from the 19th century, the 20th century, Spanish favorites, North and South American classics, and some original works by Neal as well. This program displays the rich and long history of the classical guitar and it’s repertoire.
Neal Fitzpatrick, a Connecticut native, received his BM degree from the Hartt School University of Hartford and his Masters degree from the Yale School of Music. He is an active soloist and chamber musician, and has performed at diverse venues such as Yale Art Gallery, Woolsey Hall with the New Haven Symphony, and 92nd St. Y in New York City. He teaches out of his studio in Branford,CT where he teaches all styles and levels of guitar. He also teaches banjo, mandolin, bass guitar and pretty much anything with strings and frets. When taking a break from music Neal can be found reading about American and world history or watching auto sports and the New York Rangers.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/evening-guitar-blackstone-5" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is encouraged to attend this in person event.</a>

Local Event: An Evening of Classical Guitar

An Evening of Classical Guitar

Thursday April 25, 2024: A monthly weeknight diversion for guitar and music enthusiasts! Connect with others who share your passion for...

Movie magic, now at Blackstone! Join us for Saturday Cinema and see a highly anticipated new release on our big screen in the auditorium. Showings are the last Saturday of the month at 2:00pm.
This month we’re watching <a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/GroupedWork/793920e0-45f8-1fe6-4b3b-0a03d9b4da6a/Home?searchId=30318752&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=&amp;searchSource=local" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Oppenheimer (2023, R)</a>, The story of American scientist J. Robert Oppenheimer and his role in the development of the atomic bomb.
Want to explore this movie's rating in depth? <a href="https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/oppenheimer" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out its page on Common Sense Media</a>.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/saturday-cinema-9398" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>
Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library

Local Event: Saturday Cinema: Oppenheimer

Saturday Cinema: Oppenheimer

Saturday April 27, 2024: Movie magic, now at Blackstone! Join us for Saturday Cinema and see a highly anticipated new release on our big...

Enjoy engaging conversation and explore your creativity at
our adult coloring group! Coloring is a great way to keep the brain
engaged and the body relaxed–plus it’s a great place to make new
friends. All materials provided, but feel free to bring your own
supplies too.
Registration is not required to attend this in person event.

Local Event: Color & Conversation

Color & Conversation

Monday April 29, 2024: Enjoy engaging conversation and explore your creativity at
our adult coloring group! Coloring is a great way to keep...

Professional storyteller Tom Lee shares tales from ancient classical myth, and depictions of them in art throughout the millennia.
About Tom Lee
 Tom Lee is a professional storyteller with thirty years’ experience performing traditional stories, folktales and myths for adults and for children.
Tom began researching traditional stories while living in Scotland. His first performances were late night retellings of Grimm’s fairy tales in a tiny theater at the back of a London pub called, appropriately, “The Man in the Moon.” This program was presented at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival and on BBC-TV.
Tom Lee performs for adults in theaters and at festivals throughout the country. His richly evocative performances allow adults reacquaint themselves with the power of a well told story, and to reflect on their own response to ancient narratives.
Tom is a frequent guest artist in museums, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art, where he brings together his passion for research, art, story, and for connection with new audiences. He is a performing arts partner with the Yale Center for British Art and the Metropolitan Opera Education Conference.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/art-odyssey-classical-mythology-stories-art-10996" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>
Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library.

Local Event: The Art of the Odyssey: Classical Mythology in Stories & Art

The Art of the Odyssey: Classical Mythology in...

Thursday May 2, 2024: Professional storyteller Tom Lee shares tales from ancient classical myth, and depictions of them in art throughout...

The Art of the Odyssey: Classical Mythology in Stories & Art

Enjoy a great book with your neighbors! Download <a href="https:///35132204deb24a61b1031c79a9485332?pvs=25" rel="nofollow" data-token-index="0" tabindex="0" target="_blank">One Summer in Savannah</a><a href="https:///35132204deb24a61b1031c79a9485332?pvs=25" rel="nofollow" data-token-index="1" tabindex="0" target="_blank"> by Terah Shelton Harris</a> on Hoopla (free with your Blackstone Library card), then meet up with us for a lively book discussion.
Attendees can join us on Zoom, or in person at the Blackstone Library
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/first-friday-book-discussion-7684" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to receive a link to this HYBRID event.</a>

Local Event: First Friday Book Discussion: One Summer in Savannah by Terah Shelton Harris

First Friday Book Discussion: One Summer in...

Friday May 3, 2024: Enjoy a great book with your neighbors! Download One Summer in Savannah by Terah Shelton Harris on Hoopla (free with...

First Friday Book Discussion: One Summer in Savannah by Terah Shelton Harris

Flute Loops is an adult flute choir directed by Erin Vivero. The ensemble includes a variety of flutes such as the concert flute, alto flute, bass flute, and sometimes even the piccolo. The repertoire is specifically arranged or composed for multiple flutes. This can include classical pieces, contemporary compositions, arrangements of popular music and original works written specifically for the flute choir. The Flute Loops ensemble plays throughout Connecticut and combines music with theatrics. They have performed at the National Flute Association Convention, Gillette Castle, Marlborough Arts Center and they will be venturing beyond CT this year, performing at The International Low-Flute Festival in Washington D.C.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/musical-art-society-presents-woodwind-orchestra-concert-10746" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>

Local Event: Musical Art Society Presents: Woodwind Orchestra Concert

Musical Art Society Presents: Woodwind...

Saturday May 4, 2024: Flute Loops is an adult flute choir directed by Erin Vivero. The ensemble includes a variety of flutes such as the...

Musical Art Society Presents: Woodwind Orchestra Concert

Blackstone Artists Circle Gallery Reception. This artist’s work will be on display in the upper rotunda gallery for May &amp; June.
Stop by and chat with the artist Robert Jawitz about his photographs of the many facets and moods of the Hammonasset Beach State Park in Madison, Connecticut.
Robert Jawitz is a retired architect living in Northford (North Branford) CT. He says of these photos:
“Every morning I walk in the Hammonasset State Park for my exercise. I go first thing in the morning whenever I can get in. During the busy season in the Spring and Summer and early Fall,it opens at 8 am, but in the other half of the year it officially opens at 7:30 am but I’ve gotten in earlier. The Park is really beautiful in the winter. The sky is dramatic, often with a colorful sunrise, and the light is horizontal from the low sun. The rain and cold makes for interesting moods and the places are usually deserted being too cold for the beach. This makes for wonderful photos.”
He also compiled a book from these photos. This book is on display at the rostrum where people enter. It was privately printed with 100 # paper in gloss so it can’t be purchased in book stores. Contact him or the library if you want to purchase one.
Registration is not required to attend this IN PERSON event.

Local Event: Robert Jawitz Opening Reception

Robert Jawitz Opening Reception

Sunday May 5, 2024: Blackstone Artists Circle Gallery Reception. This artist’s work will be on display in the upper rotunda gallery for...

Is America as divided as it seems? Offering a fresh perspective on U.S. politics, American national and Oxford University Masters graduate Ryan Bernsten undertook a 23,000-mile journey through all 50 states to look beyond the news cycles and see his home country from the ground. Bernsten leads with the desire to listen and find common humanity in Americans he meets across the country, and seeks to infuse humanity and nuance back into political conversations to keep democracy strong. In his book 50 States of Mind, Bernsten ultimately offers a hopeful vision for the future of America as he embarks on a search for meaning and reflects on what it means to be American.
About Ryan Bernsten
 Ryan Bernsten an award-winning speaker, author, and playwright. He is a graduate of the University of Oxford’s Creative Writing Master’s program and has written for The Oxford Political Review, The Fulcrum, USA Today, The Infatuation, and The Trevor Project where he currently serves as Senior Managing Editor. His plays have been produced internationally from New York to the U.K. – you may have seen him chatting with Helen Mirren as a Slytherin contestant on “Harry Potter: Hogwarts Tournament of Houses” on HBO Max.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/50-states-mind-journey-rediscover-american-democracy-9289" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>
Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library.

Local Event: 50 States of Mind: A Journey to Rediscover American Democracy

50 States of Mind: A Journey to Rediscover...

Monday May 6, 2024: Is America as divided as it seems? Offering a fresh perspective on U.S. politics, American national and Oxford...

50 States of Mind: A Journey to Rediscover American Democracy

Join us for our next Blackstone Banned Book Club meeting! This group meets the first Tuesday of every month to have a non-judgemental, civil discussion of various titles that are being challenged and banned, both locally and nationally. The purpose of this book club is to simultaneously discuss these titles, and to bring awareness to the rapid rise of book challenges and bans. This month we're reading three picture books: <a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/GroupedWork/4c1fbbd1-8aaf-ba6b-b91c-80c6186918f6/Home?searchId=17235874&amp;recordIndex=2&amp;page=&amp;searchSource=local" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Radiant Child by Javaka Steptoe</a>, <a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/GroupedWork/920830f8-81d5-c855-f808-04d0ee3c8e9c/Home?searchId=17235899&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=&amp;searchSource=local" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Separate is Never Equal by Duncan Tonatiuh</a>, and <a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/GroupedWork/8d5d03fc-d0fe-a105-0cd5-990c45f1ad03/Home?searchId=17235903&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=&amp;searchSource=local" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">And Tango Makes Three by Justin Richardson and Peter Parnell</a>, with a special gust appearance by author Duncan Tonatiuh!
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/banned-book-club-6" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>
The Blackstone Library has a limited number of copies of these
titles available for book club participants. If you are interested in
obtaining a library copy, please call us at (203) 488-1441 ext. 318 or
email <a href="mailto:reference@blackstonelibrary.org">reference@blackstonelibrary.org</a>. Copies are first come, first
served.

Local Event: Banned Book Club: Banned Picture Books

Banned Book Club: Banned Picture Books

Tuesday May 7, 2024: Join us for our next Blackstone Banned Book Club meeting! This group meets the first Tuesday of every month to have a...

Join us at Awakening to Change for real and honest discussions about race in and around us; in our country, our places of work and in our communities. Our topics often mirror daily headlines, and we provide a safe space to cover hot issues like CRT, voter suppression, white privilege and excessive policing policies. If you're curious, want to discover more about racial justice, or just want to learn, don't miss this chance to hear others experiences and to participate in the sometimes difficult conversations with respect and empathy.
(While we do sometimes read a specific book, this is not a typical book club per se. Participants will be provided with reading materials before each Zoom session if, and as required. )
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/awakening-change-7696" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to receive a link to this ONLINE event.</a>

Local Event: Awakening to Change: A Social Justice Discussion Group

Awakening to Change: A Social Justice...

Thursday May 9, 2024: Join us at Awakening to Change for real and honest discussions about race in and around us; in our country, our...

Awakening to Change: A Social Justice Discussion Group

Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a Blackstone Library employee. Tour meets in the Rotunda by the Reference Desk. Registration encouraged, but drop-ins welcome!
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/blackstone-library-tour-27" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Blackstone Library Tour

Blackstone Library Tour

Saturday May 11, 2024: Take a tour of the Blackstone, learn historical tidbits, and get an insider’s look into a day in the life of a...

Confused about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? Drop in to the library between 11am &amp; 12pm to get a tech question answered. First come, first served. Sessions will be limited to 15 minutes per person.
Registration is not required to attend this IN PERSON event.

Local Event: Tech Help Tuesday

Tech Help Tuesday

Tuesday May 14, 2024: Confused about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? Drop in to the library between 11am...

It can be easy to overlook, but an estate plan is essential for nearly every person, regardless of how much money you have. Without a plan, the laws in your state can govern what happens to your assets, leaving your family to deal with lengthy probate court delays and difficult decisions. In this course, we will share with you tax strategies and concepts as well as examples and case studies to help illustrate how you can potentially protect your hard-earned resources for the next generation.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/building-lasting-legacy-essential-estate-tax-planning-strategies-retirement-10597" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>

Local Event: Building a Lasting Legacy: Essential Estate & Tax Planning Strategies For Retirement

Building a Lasting Legacy: Essential Estate &...

Tuesday May 14, 2024: It can be easy to overlook, but an estate plan is essential for nearly every person, regardless of how much money you...

Building a Lasting Legacy: Essential Estate & Tax Planning Strategies For Retirement

(Re)discover the oldies but goodies of classic Hollywood! A monthly screening followed by discussion. Showtime is at 10:00am every third Thursday.
This month we’re watching <a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/GroupedWork/3a0c909d-f580-12de-d5f7-ce61bff98321/Home?searchId=30317793&amp;recordIndex=1&amp;page=&amp;searchSource=local" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Broadway Melody (1929)</a>, the first talkie and first musical to win the Best Picture Oscar. The film tells the story of a pair of sisters from the vaudeville circuit trying to make it big on Broadway, but matters of the heart complicate the attempt.
Running time- 110 minutes
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/third-thursday-movie-matinee-10826" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>

Local Event: Third Thursday Movie Matinee: The Broadway Melody

Third Thursday Movie Matinee: The Broadway Melody

Thursday May 16, 2024: (Re)discover the oldies but goodies of classic Hollywood! A monthly screening followed by discussion. Showtime is at...

Monday May 20, 2024: Enjoy engaging conversation and explore your creativity at
our adult coloring group! Coloring is a great way to keep...

Communication is more than just talking and listening--it's also about sending and receiving messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language. As people with Alzheimer's disease and other types of dementia progress in their journey, family members and friends need new ways to connect. Join Alzheimer's Association Volunteer Maria Tomasetti to explore how communication takes place when someone has Alzheimer's or another type of progressive dementia, learn to decode the verbal and behavioral messages delivered by someone with dementia, and identify strategies to help you connect and communicate at each stage of the disease--early, middle and late.
About Maria Tomasetti Maria Tomasetti is currently an Alzheimer's Association CT Chapter community educator. She recently retired from the Alzheimer's Association after 17 years, working for two years as a Helpline Specialist and for 15 years as the South Central CT Regional Director. She was also the primary caregiver for both of her parents with Alzheimer's disease.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/alzheimers-association-effective-communication-strategies-10773" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>

Local Event: Alzheimer's Association Effective Communication Strategies

Alzheimer's Association Effective Communication...

Wednesday May 22, 2024: Communication is more than just talking and listening--it's also about sending and receiving messages through...

Alzheimer's Association Effective Communication Strategies

A monthly weeknight diversion for guitar and music enthusiasts! Connect with others who share your passion for classical guitar by participating in a variety of activities. Performances, instruction, discussions, guest performers, and more! Led by local guitarist and teacher Neal Fitzpatrick.
The focus of this month's program will be Chamber Music for Guitar. The guitar has a significant place in the world of chamber music. While the guitar is usually thought of as a solo instrument it also a partner with a wide variety of other instruments , often with the flute. Since the inception of the modern guitar in the 18th century there has been a large body of music written not only for solo guitar for guitar centered chamber music as well. For tonight’s program Neal will be joined by his long time flute and guitar partner, flutist Elaine Thoma. Elaine and Neal will play selections from the flute and guitar repertoire.
Neal Fitzpatrick, a Connecticut native, received his BM degree from the Hartt School University of Hartford and his Masters degree from the Yale School of Music. He is an active soloist and chamber musician, and has performed at diverse venues such as Yale Art Gallery, Woolsey Hall with the New Haven Symphony, and 92nd St. Y in New York City. He teaches out of his studio in Branford,CT where he teaches all styles and levels of guitar. He also teaches banjo, mandolin, bass guitar and pretty much anything with strings and frets. When taking a break from music Neal can be found reading about American and world history or watching auto sports and the New York Rangers.
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/evening-guitar-blackstone-6" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is encouraged to attend this in person event.</a>

Thursday May 23, 2024: A monthly weeknight diversion for guitar and music enthusiasts! Connect with others who share your passion for...

Movie magic, now at Blackstone! Join us for Saturday Cinema and see a highly anticipated new release on our big screen in the auditorium. Showings are the last Saturday of the month at 2:00pm.
This month we’re watching <a href="https://br.catalog.lionlibraries.org/Record/.b27612156?searchId=30318822&amp;recordIndex=3&amp;page=" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">The Color Purple (2023, PG-13)</a>. A woman faces many hardships in her life, but ultimately finds extraordinary strength and hope in the unbreakable bonds of sisterhood.
Want to explore this movie's rating in depth? <a href="https://www.commonsensemedia.org/movie-reviews/the-color-purple-0" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Check out its page on Common Sense Media.</a>
<a href="https://events.blackstonelibrary.org/event/saturday-cinema-7238" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Registration is required to attend this IN PERSON event.</a>
Sponsored by the Friends of the Blackstone Library

Local Event: Saturday Cinema: The Color Purple (2023)

Saturday Cinema: The Color Purple (2023)

Saturday May 25, 2024: Movie magic, now at Blackstone! Join us for Saturday Cinema and see a highly anticipated new release on our big...

Tuesday May 28, 2024: Confused about your new iPhone or iPad? Need help formatting a Word document? Drop in to the library between 11am...

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