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“These Precious Days”: Creative Collective Discussion Group (Virtual)
Tuesday, September 24
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
Registration Required Below
Have fun and make friends while cultivating your creativity in our weekly group discussions about art, creativity and so much more! Our facilitated conversations invite participants to consider imaginative and alternative viewpoints about the creative process in a congenial, relaxed Zoom setting. Empower your creativity and feed your brain by joining us in the Creative Collective Discussion Group!
This fall, our exploration into the power of creativity continues with the book These Precious Days by legendary author Ann Patchett. Copies of the book will be available to checkout at the Library's front desk and both the ebook and audiobook are available to downloaded from Hoopla.
Please read the book's introduction and chapter 1 for the first meeting.
The Creative Collective meets weekly on Tuesdays. Register once for all eight weekly meetings in this session, September 10 through October 29.
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Off Script — Improv Workshop (In-Person)
Tuesday, September 24
11:00 am - 12:30 pm
Registration Require Below“There was never yet an uninteresting life. Such a thing is an impossibility. Inside of the dullest exterior there is a drama, a comedy, and a tragedy.”
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Experience a thrilling stage adventure by tossing out scripted lines and leaning into your instincts — that's the magic of Improv! Improv is a performance technique where the actors create scenes based on loose scenarios and everything is made up on the spot. Shows like Who's Line is it Anyway? and Curb Your Enthusiasm rely on this technique as a way to heighten spontaneity and creativity. Often, some of the most memorable acting moments are created through improvisation. During this workshop, get tips and tricks from an experienced actor, and then try out some basic acting drills using improvisation. Willing participants can even try out the techniques during scenario prompts! This workshop is for anyone who wants to sharpen their acting abilities or public speaking skills. No previous experience required. About Our InstructorEileen O’Brien is a retired award-winning drama teacher and director from New Haven. After living in Massachusetts and Florida, Eileen and her husband, Bob, have come home to spend their retirement closer to their family in Connecticut.
Z.E.B.R.A. (Zealous Excellent Book Readers Association) for 7th and 8th Graders
Tuesday, September 24
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
Avid readers in 7th and 8th grades are invited to attend our monthly book discussion group for older readers. There will be books for browsing and cookies and chips for snacking while we discuss books you’ve read lately. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.
Understanding Health Insurance Part I: Medicare Open Enrollment (In-Person)
Tuesday, September 24
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration Required Below This session will guide participants through the Medicare Open Enrollment period. Attendees will learn about changes in Medicare plans, how to evaluate their current coverage, and how to make adjustments to ensure they have the right coverage for their healthcare needs in the upcoming year. This is a hybrid series of programs that will take place both live at the Library, and virtually over Zoom. For the best experience we recommend attending this program live at the Library. Scroll to the bottom of the screen to register for the In-Person option and you will receive an email reminder. Would you prefer instead to attend the program virtually over Zoom? Click here to register for the virtual event. Understanding Health Insurance Dates & Topics:- Part I September 24 — Medicare Open Enrollment
- Part II October 22 — Individual/Family Open Enrollment
- Part III January 21 — Preparing and Advocating for Your Health Care Needs (Panel Discussion)
Anne McGuire is the founder and owner of Healthcare Pathfinder, LLC a Health and Long Term Care Advice Advocacy and Management firm. For 25 years, Anne has been helping individuals, families, and employees manage their health insurance and making sure they get the care and coverage they need and deserve. She is a Registered Nurse, a Certified Case Manager and has Life and Health insurance licenses (but does not sell insurance). Anne has a broad multi-disciplined background in the healthcare arena including EMS, Intensive Care, Home Care, Managed Care, and Appeals/Negotiation Advocacy. Currently, she
serves on the New England board of the Aging Life Care Association, is a member of the Case Management Society of America/ Anne resides in Darien, CT.
Understanding Health Insurance Part I: Medicare Open Enrollment (Virtual)
Tuesday, September 24
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Registration Required Below This session will guide participants through the Medicare Open Enrollment period. Attendees will learn about changes in Medicare plans, how to evaluate their current coverage, and how to make adjustments to ensure they have the right coverage for their healthcare needs in the upcoming year. This is a hybrid series of programs that will take place both live at the Library, and virtually over Zoom. For the best experience we recommend attending this program live at the Library. Scroll to the bottom of the screen to register for the Virtual option and you will receive an email with a Zoom link on the morning of the program. Include a cell for a text reminder. Would you prefer instead to attend the program in person at the Library? Click here to register for the live event at the Library. Understanding Health Insurance Dates & Topics:- Part I September 24 — Medicare Open Enrollment
- Part II October 22 — Individual/Family Open Enrollment
- Part III January 21 — Preparing and Advocating for Your Health Care Needs (Panel Discussion)
Anne McGuire is the founder and owner of Healthcare Pathfinder, LLC a Health and Long Term Care Advice Advocacy and Management firm. For 25 years, Anne has been helping individuals, families, and employees manage their health insurance and making sure they get the care and coverage they need and deserve. She is a Registered Nurse, a Certified Case Manager and has Life and Health insurance licenses (but does not sell insurance). Anne has a broad multi-disciplined background in the healthcare arena including EMS, Intensive Care, Home Care, Managed Care, and Appeals/Negotiation Advocacy. Currently, she
serves on the New England board of the Aging Life Care Association, is a member of the Case Management Society of America/ Anne resides in Darien, CT.