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Village Center for the Arts Presents December’s Featured Artist: Don Thorn

Exhibit Date/Time: Saturday, December 6th 6:30-8:00 PM
Location: Village Center for the Arts, 12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
Website: www.villagecenterarts.org

Village Center for the Arts is proud to feature the expressive and inspiring work of Don Thorn as our December Featured Artist.

Fueled by the rich cultural mix of music, skateboarding, punk, and hip-hop, Don began his artistic path in Newburgh, NY, where he first connected with graffiti. After moving to Queens, his art transformed from street murals to canvas, allowing him to explore deeper emotional themes and personal growth.

In 2023, during a pivotal time in his life, Don entered a rehabilitation program where he rediscovered art as a source of healing and self-expression. This period became a catalyst for his renewed purpose, leading to a body of work that is both vulnerable and empowering. This experience further empowered him to unearth his unique artistic voice and language.

“I believe everybody has a creative side, whether they know it or not,” he says. “It’s their own form of expression.”

Join us at Village Center for the Arts in celebrating Don’s journey and powerful artwork this December. His exhibit serves as a reminder of art’s ability to heal, connect, and transform.
Don’s paintings will be available to view for the month of December.

12 Main Street, New Milford, CT
https://www.villagecenterarts.org/eventscalendar

Thursdays in December: 4, 11 &18 Only. Starting at 10:30 am
Perfect for 3 – 5 year olds, but fun for everyone!

Join Mrs. Tricia for a classic library storytime–books, songs, bubbles, and more! Come for early literacy skills, social connections, and fun! We will focus on one special picture book author each week.

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx

Wednesdays in December: 3, 10, & 17 Only at 10:30 am

Perfect for 18 – 36 months, but fun for everyone!

Lots of rhymes, a sprinkling of songs, and one or two shared board books round out this library program that is perfect for little ones who need to get those wiggles out.
Stay to PLAY! After the rhymes, stay for some unstructured play time with other kiddos.

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx

Tuesdays in December: 2, 9, & 16 Only at 10:30 am

Perfect for Birth – 18 months, but fun for everyone!

Meet us in the Children’s Room for Baby Time! This calm, cozy program is designed for pre-walkers who aren’t quite ready for the high energy of Rhyme Time. We will focus on nursery rhymes, lullabies, and bonding with your baby.

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx

Thanksgiving magic is almost here with time to celebrate magic with friends and family. Extended Again until the New Year. Step back in time to when legendary women conjurors captivated audiences. As part of a very intimate group, of no more than 25 patrons, acclaimed Magicienne Belinda Sinclair invites patrons to experience a time when famous female conjurors captivated their guests by performing impossible feats of magic. Drenched in fascinating history, the thrilling two hour journey into the past will come to life with Belinda re-creating astonishing displays of legerdemain.
​For adults 12 and up.

The Hughes Memorial Library
35 Lower River Road, West Cornwall CT.
Friday’s from 7:30-9:30, Saturday’s from 7-9 and Sundays 1:30-3:30..
*Reservations required * Tickets on Website
or call.. the number is on the website.

http://conjurecamp.com

Family Storytime & Stay to Play
Saturdays in December: 6, 13, & 20 Only. 10:30 – 11:00 am

All ages welcome!

Come to OWL for an all ages storytime in the children’s room then stay to play.
In addition to our puppet theater, wooden blocks, and train set, we now have sorting toys! We also have our ongoing dinosaur BINGO with prizes for winners.

Our craft table is home to various drawing supplies, including coloring sheets for younger children. And most importantly, come in to browse our collection of print books, Nutmeg nominees, and Wonderbooks!

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/childrens-events.aspx

An exercise class for senior women with Nancy Schuler.

In-Person & on Zoom:
Tuesdays in December: 2, 9, & 16 Only. From 10:15 – 11:00 AM
Registration required for in-person.

Let’s talk balance, posture and well being. Join this senior women’s exercise group on Tuesdays at 10:15 and let’s work to keep moving at any age. You may attend the class in person at the OWL, or online at home.

No prior experience is necessary.

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/adult-events.aspx#anchor_ageless

In-Person & on Zoom:
Monday, December 8 from 3:15 – 4:15 PM
Registration is required to attend In-Person.

In December we will be exploring American Lion: Andrew Jackson in the White House, a Pulitizer Prize winning book by John Meacham.

“The definitive biography of a larger-than-life president who defied norms, divided a nation, and changed Washington forever.”

Andrew Jackson, his intimate circle of friends, and his tumultuous times are at the heart of this remarkable book about the man who rose from nothing to create the modern presidency. Beloved and hated, venerated and reviled, Andrew Jackson was an orphan who fought his way to the pinnacle of power, bending the nation to his will in the cause of democracy.

Books are available at OWL to borrow, and e-books and e-audio books are instantly available for OWL card holders.

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/adult-events.aspx

An Entwyned Early Music Christmas
In-Person & on Zoom:
Thursday, December 4 from 6:30 – 7:30 PM
In-Person Registration required.

To celebrate the Christmas season and wintertime Entwyned Early Music will play favorite carols from around the world. 18th and 19th century carols such as What Child is This, Good King Wenceslas, Bring a Torch Jeanette Isabella are still beloved and regularly sung and played today.

On their historic instruments they will also perform lesser-known pieces from the 13th through the 18th centuries that all express the magic and mystery of the season.

Oliver Wolcott Library
160 South Street
Litchfield, CT 06759

https://www.owlibrary.org/adult-events.aspx

Join Miss Anna on Tuesday December 23rd from 2:30 to 4:30 for cocoa and crafting! Hot Cocoa and a light snack will be served while we make star ornaments out of recycled book pages! All ages are welcome, please sign up at the link below

D.M. Hunt Library
63 Main St, Falls Village CT

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc1M06J0po_egIz-e5z6Ge5p8iwSWE9pQn7ky5JSHWd1Su0YA/viewform