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This month's selection is The Paris Apartment by Lucy Foley. Jen needs a fresh start and goes to stay with her brother in Paris. But her brother is missing, and the longer he stays missing, the more Jen digs into his situations, and the more questions she has. His neighbors are an eclectic bunch, and not very friendly. Everyone’s a neighbor. Everyone’s a suspect. And everyone knows something they’re not telling.
HOW TO GET A COPY: Please click here to make an online request with your Library card; or call us at 203-794-8756 to check availability of pre-ordered copies at the Circulation Desk.
We are also offering a book guide for all registrants which highlights the authors background, offers book interviews and insights, as well as topics and questions to stimulate the conversation.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
Bethel Library is pleased to announce that AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will be returning this year to prepare tax returns, in person, for anyone, free of charge. However, we would like to emphasize that AARP Tax-Aide focuses on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. The Bethel Library is very convenient for Bethel taxpayers and we encourage taxpayers from other towns to look for AARP Tax-Aide or VITA sites near them before making an appointment at the Bethel Library. Click Here to find Tax-Aide and VITA services for taxpayers outside of the Bethel area, or call 800-906-9887 for VITA or 888-227-7669 for AARP Tax-Aide. Please note that VITA does have limits on income whereas AARP Tax-Aide does not.
Please note that AARP Tax-Aide cannot prepare certain tax returns. We don't want you to be disappointed when you show up for your appointment, so here are the returns that the Tax-Aide volunteers cannot prepare:
- Connecticut resident for only part of the year
- Income from trading virtual currency
- Rental income, unless it is for less than 15 days
- Complicated capital gains, such as options or futures
- Self-employed taxpayers who have employees, expenses greater than $35,000, business use of the house, or other complicated factors
Appointments for a specific time slot are required and can be made by registering below, calling 203-794-8756, ext. 3, or by coming to the Reference Desk on the second floor. After you make your appointment, stop at the Circulation Desk to pick up a tax packet that you will need to complete before the day of your appointment and bring with you to your appointment. Please also bring the following information with you:
- Last year's tax return
- Social Security cards
- Government issued identification
- Your completed Intake/Interview Form (Form 13614-C)
- All documentation for the income you received, for example W-2's, 1099's, Social Security statments, etc.
- If you itemize your deductions, documents summarizing those deductions, such as property taxes paid, medical expenses, etc.
You will be required to stay in the building while your taxes are being prepared.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
The Annual Gardening Series, sponsored by the Bethel Garden Club, concludes tonight!
Understand what compost is and why it is referred to as “black gold.” Though compost can help revive your soil, it can
sometimes be too much! Discover the various ways to compost, and how some produce more potent soil amendments
for your plants than others.
Presenter Mary Hogue is a graduate of the famous Maine Compost School. She is a UConn Master Composter and
Master Gardener, CT Audubon Master Naturalist, Chair of the Fairfield Forestry Committee, and Director of the
Pollinator Pathway Team. Mary is a dedicated conservationist whose knowledge of the importance of soil health always
inspires and informs audiences.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81782630105
One thing we have noticed during the last year is the number of scams-financial, computer, etc.-have picked up noticeably. Bethel Police Department Detective Thomas W. Butkier will discuss the most common scams affecting people and how we can identify them; how to protect ourselves from them; and how to report them.
Thomas Butkier is a Detective with the Bethel Police Department. Tom began his career in law enforcement with the Southbury Police Department in 2008, and joined the Bethel Police Department in 2013. Currently assigned to the Dective Bureau, Tom sees first-hand the devastating financial impacts to its victims from Internet Fraud, Romance Scams, Identity Theft, Tech Support Scams, and other white-collar crimes. Tom is the coordinator of the department's Peer Support Team; a member of the Bethel Police Crisis Intervention Team (CIT); a member of the International Association of Financial Crime Investigators (IAFCI); and an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT).
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88216616765
The Fairfield County Writer’s Group, founded in 2011, has been supporting and helping writers in the county with regular write-ins and accelerated events during the Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) season. The group is a non-profit and has no membership fees or dues. The community is made up of a variety of writers at different stages of their writing adventure.
The Group has monthly write-ins, and the schedule is decided at the beginning of each month. Please click here to see the FCWG Calendar for the latest schedule. Join us at our write-ins. These are designed to help motivate you to write more and be able to discuss writing issues with other writers. No registration is required.
FCWG has a Facebook Group as well for discussion, celebration, and commiseration.
Bring you own sewing machine or use one of ours for this class! Learn some basic hand sewing as well as we make different items.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
Bring you own sewing machine or use one of ours for this class! Learn some basic hand sewing as well as we make different items.
Bethel Library is pleased to announce that AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will be returning this year to prepare tax returns, in person, for anyone, free of charge. However, we would like to emphasize that AARP Tax-Aide focuses on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. The Bethel Library is very convenient for Bethel taxpayers and we encourage taxpayers from other towns to look for AARP Tax-Aide or VITA sites near them before making an appointment at the Bethel Library. Click Here to find Tax-Aide and VITA services for taxpayers outside of the Bethel area, or call 800-906-9887 for VITA or 888-227-7669 for AARP Tax-Aide. Please note that VITA does have limits on income whereas AARP Tax-Aide does not.
Please note that AARP Tax-Aide cannot prepare certain tax returns. We don't want you to be disappointed when you show up for your appointment, so here are the returns that the Tax-Aide volunteers cannot prepare:
- Connecticut resident for only part of the year
- Income from trading virtual currency
- Rental income, unless it is for less than 15 days
- Complicated capital gains, such as options or futures
- Self-employed taxpayers who have employees, expenses greater than $35,000, business use of the house, or other complicated factors
Appointments for a specific time slot are required and can be made by registering below, calling 203-794-8756, ext. 3, or by coming to the Reference Desk on the second floor. After you make your appointment, stop at the Circulation Desk to pick up a tax packet that you will need to complete before the day of your appointment and bring with you to your appointment. Please also bring the following information with you:
- Last year's tax return
- Social Security cards
- Government issued identification
- Your completed Intake/Interview Form (Form 13614-C)
- All documentation for the income you received, for example W-2's, 1099's, Social Security statments, etc.
- If you itemize your deductions, documents summarizing those deductions, such as property taxes paid, medical expenses, etc.
You will be required to stay in the building while your taxes are being prepared.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Choosing when to elect your Social Security benefits can be one of the most important decisions as you approach retirement. During this educational workshop, you will learn the influence of timing strategies on tax liability and overall benefit values. We will discuss spousal benefits, as well as widow, divorced and single claiming concepts. Additionally, we will illustrate how implementing social security timing in the context of your retirement planning is paramount in creating a successful retirement plan.
Mike Alimo, our presenter, is an Investment Advisor and President of USA Financial and Tax Services. He has spent the last 18 years devoted to serving clientele in CT and New England. He focuses on retirement planning and risk management, as well as comprehensive financial planning. He remains committed to giving back to the community via informational presentations and educational workshops.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87679531285
Every month join us for a step-by-step craft that you can take home at the end of the night. No craft experience necessary! This program is for ages 18 and up.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
Bethel Library is pleased to announce that AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will be returning this year to prepare tax returns, in person, for anyone, free of charge. However, we would like to emphasize that AARP Tax-Aide focuses on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. The Bethel Library is very convenient for Bethel taxpayers and we encourage taxpayers from other towns to look for AARP Tax-Aide or VITA sites near them before making an appointment at the Bethel Library. Click Here to find Tax-Aide and VITA services for taxpayers outside of the Bethel area, or call 800-906-9887 for VITA or 888-227-7669 for AARP Tax-Aide. Please note that VITA does have limits on income whereas AARP Tax-Aide does not.
Please note that AARP Tax-Aide cannot prepare certain tax returns. We don't want you to be disappointed when you show up for your appointment, so here are the returns that the Tax-Aide volunteers cannot prepare:
- Connecticut resident for only part of the year
- Income from trading virtual currency
- Rental income, unless it is for less than 15 days
- Complicated capital gains, such as options or futures
- Self-employed taxpayers who have employees, expenses greater than $35,000, business use of the house, or other complicated factors
Appointments for a specific time slot are required and can be made by registering below, calling 203-794-8756, ext. 3, or by coming to the Reference Desk on the second floor. After you make your appointment, stop at the Circulation Desk to pick up a tax packet that you will need to complete before the day of your appointment and bring with you to your appointment. Please also bring the following information with you:
- Last year's tax return
- Social Security cards
- Government issued identification
- Your completed Intake/Interview Form (Form 13614-C)
- All documentation for the income you received, for example W-2's, 1099's, Social Security statments, etc.
- If you itemize your deductions, documents summarizing those deductions, such as property taxes paid, medical expenses, etc.
You will be required to stay in the building while your taxes are being prepared.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
The greatest franchise in American sports history will be celebrated by award-winning sportswriter and author Marty Gitlin. He wrote "The Ultimate New York Yankees Time Machine Book." This program highlights exciting and nostalgic videos of the finest teams, players, moments, and events in Yankee history, even going back to the days of the Highlanders--from the pre-Ruthian era to today. The program also features Yankees trivia questions for patr
ons to ponder, and covers the best of the best, including Ruth, Gehrig, DiMaggio, Mantle, Ford, Jeter, Rivera, and Judge, while spotlighting the top teams of the long Yankees dynasty, from the 1920's to the 1960's and beyond. This interactive presentation is a lot of fun, so please feel free to join in!
Marty Gitlin is an award-winning sportswriter, author and pop culture historian. He has won more than 45 awards as a newspaper sportswriter from 1991 to 2002. Included is a first-place award from the Associated Press for his coverage of the 1995 World Series. He has had more than 200 books published since 2006.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87151770036
Dr. Edward Markowitz will discuss factors that worsen your sleep and energy problems, and offer natural solutions to improve your sleep and overall health.
Factors discussed will include:
- Stress
- Hormone related problems
- Specific dietary factors
- Certain medications
- Poor sleep environment
Dr. Edward Markowitz is the Clinical Director of Advanced Wellness and Injury Center. He is a certified Wellness Consultant by the Foundation for Wellness Professionals, a diplomat in Occupational Health Care, and certified as a Functional Medicine Practitioner. Dr. Markowitz has been in active practice for over 37 years and has helped over 10,000 patients using his unique combination of Nutritional Lifestyle Management, Accupuncture and Physical Medicine.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81948688204
Join us for Wonka, a musical that follows the story of Willy Wonka and his rise to fame! As a young adult selling chocolate in a store, Willy was determined to change the world, one delectable bite at a time. He believed that the best things in life begin with a dream, and if you're lucky enough to meet Wiily Wonka, anything is possible.
This film is Rated PG.
Looking to make a simple spreadsheet to record your budget, the weather, or other information? This class will get you started on formulas, referencing cells and recording data for later use.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
This class will introduce the basics of Cricut functions. With Cricut, you can design and cut an array of material, from paper and fabric to vinyl and leather, and everything in between. Its intuitive software allows you to effortlessly bring your visions to life, whether you're embellishing clothing, making intricate paper crafts, or adding a personal touch to home decor.
Bethel Library is pleased to announce that AARP Foundation Tax-Aide will be returning this year to prepare tax returns, in person, for anyone, free of charge. However, we would like to emphasize that AARP Tax-Aide focuses on taxpayers who are over 50 and have low to moderate income. The Bethel Library is very convenient for Bethel taxpayers and we encourage taxpayers from other towns to look for AARP Tax-Aide or VITA sites near them before making an appointment at the Bethel Library. Click Here to find Tax-Aide and VITA services for taxpayers outside of the Bethel area, or call 800-906-9887 for VITA or 888-227-7669 for AARP Tax-Aide. Please note that VITA does have limits on income whereas AARP Tax-Aide does not.
Please note that AARP Tax-Aide cannot prepare certain tax returns. We don't want you to be disappointed when you show up for your appointment, so here are the returns that the Tax-Aide volunteers cannot prepare:
- Connecticut resident for only part of the year
- Income from trading virtual currency
- Rental income, unless it is for less than 15 days
- Complicated capital gains, such as options or futures
- Self-employed taxpayers who have employees, expenses greater than $35,000, business use of the house, or other complicated factors
Appointments for a specific time slot are required and can be made by registering below, calling 203-794-8756, ext. 3, or by coming to the Reference Desk on the second floor. After you make your appointment, stop at the Circulation Desk to pick up a tax packet that you will need to complete before the day of your appointment and bring with you to your appointment. Please also bring the following information with you:
- Last year's tax return
- Social Security cards
- Government issued identification
- Your completed Intake/Interview Form (Form 13614-C)
- All documentation for the income you received, for example W-2's, 1099's, Social Security statments, etc.
- If you itemize your deductions, documents summarizing those deductions, such as property taxes paid, medical expenses, etc.
You will be required to stay in the building while your taxes are being prepared.
Looking to make a simple spreadsheet to record your budget, the weather, or other information? This class will get you started on formulas, referencing cells and recording data for later use.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
The SCORE - Western CT chapter - is sponsoring a free workshop series on starting your own business at the Bethel Public Library. The programs will be held on Thursday evenings from April 11 through May 9. Beginning at 5:00pm, there will be a brief networking period with refreshments where participants can mingle with SCORE volunteers, and local business people. At 6:00 pm, the program will begin. This free series will give you an introduction to the business concepts needed for all small business owners and entrepreneurs and will focus on key elements of starting your own business. This series is targeted not only to would-be entrepreneurs, but also to small business owners who would like to brush-up on some key business concepts. Please see the specific date to know what concepts will be discussed. You can register for one or all of the sessions. Participants who attend 4 of the 5 programs will receive a certificate from the Small Business Administration. SCORE mentors and business advisors will be on hand to answer your questions.
Part 1: Start Up Basics
Tonight's presentation will introduce you to key considerations to starting a business in today's competitive marketplace, including the traits that lead to success.
Topics will include:
- The myths and realities of entrepreneurship
- Different business options to pursue
- The components of business ownership
- Legal and financial considerations
- Business plan basics
If you’re thinking about starting your own business, this presentation will help you feel confident in evaluating your ideas and deciding if business ownership is right for you.
Click Here for more information on SCORE-Western Connecticut.
Tonight's presenter, Paul Trindade, is a mentor with SCORE Western Connecticut. He founded his first business in 2001 and has been successfully growing his business since then. For the past decade his focus has been on insurance. From staffing to marketing to cash flow maximization, Paul has personally managed it all and is considered an expert in business set up, business development ideas, and process improvement.
This series is in person only.
Gut health has risen in popularity all over the media and generally with good reason. Scientists are just starting to scratch the surface on how important our gut microbiome is for overall health. But with new information comes lots of misinformation. Join Monica Marcello, RVNAhealth Registered Dietitian, MS, and Nutrition Educator, and learn what is worth your time and effort and what can be left behind to effectively optimize your gut health and improve your overall health. This is a joint presentation of RVNAhealth and the Bethel Public Library.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85470316911
Celebrate National Poetry Month with Bethel's Poet Laureate Rick Magee!
The Bethel Public Library is co-sponsoring this event with the Connecticut Poetry Society , and it will take place in our communtiy room, the Parloa Room. The Bethel Chapter of the CT Poetry Society offers its monthly poetry workshops to members and visitors on the 2nd Saturday of every month.
Each person brings an original poem to read aloud and receive feedback on. Poets at every level are invited to participate; you can be from any town in the area. Poems can be on any subject in any form.
Please register in advance and bring 6 copies of your poem. Our group is welcoming and congenial, emphasizing appreciation of each other's work combined with constructive suggestions
For further information, contact Michael Garry, president, Bethel Chapter of CPS at mgarry1955@gmail.com.
Join us for this comedy/drama based on the true story of Dutch-American coach Thomas Rongen, who coaches the American Samoan team to become eligible for the 2014 FIFA World Cup. The main challenge, though, is that the team is touted as one of the weakest in the world; they lost to Australia 31-0 in the qualifying round for the 2002 FIFA World Cup. This underdog sports story is based on the 2014 docmentary of the same name.
This film is Rated PG-13.
This month's selection is Candide by Voltaire. Candide is the story of a gentle man who, though pummeled and slapped in every direction by fate, clings desperately to the belief that he lives in "the best of all possible worlds." On the surface a witty, bantering tale, this eighteenth-century classic is actually a savage, satiric thrust at the philosophical optimism that proclaims that all disaster and human suffering is part of a benevolent cosmic plan. Fast, funny, often outrageous, the French philosopher's immortal narrative takes Candide around the world to discover that -- contrary to the teachings of his distinguished tutor Dr. Pangloss -- all is not always for the best. Alive with wit, brilliance, and graceful storytelling, Candide has become Voltaire's most celebrated work.
HOW TO GET A COPY: Please click here to make an online request with your Library card; or call us at 203-794-8756 to check availability of pre-ordered copies at the Circulation Desk.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Part 2: Business Concept
Beginning at 5:00pm, there will be a brief networking period with refreshments where participants can mingle with SCORE volunteers, and local business people. At 6pm, the program will begin. This session will teach you how to evaluate your business concept. You'll do this by reviewing a feasibility plan draft of a sample business. You'll also learn how to research industry profile data, customer data, financial projections, and other information to help you create your own business feasibility plan. We will show you how to evaluate your business ideas to decide whether or not you should move forward with your business concept or go back to the drawing board.
Participants will be introduced to:
- The concepts of market need
- Creating a feasibility plan
- Data collection
- Research of your industry and target market
- Studying your competition
- Reviewing types of data
Click Here for more information on SCORE- Western Connecticut.
Tonight's presenter, Matt Alcuri, is a mentor for SCORE Western Connecticut. For the past decade plus, Matt has worked in product management developing new products, creating and implementing new product-line strategies, identifying and optimizing new distribution channels and creating highly effective product teams. He has deep experience in product planning, marketing, product management and as a SCORE mentor, supporting small businesses. Using his background and willingness to help small business owners succeed is his priority.
This series is in person only.
This class will introduce the basics of Cricut functions. With Cricut, you can design and cut an array of material, from paper and fabric to vinyl and leather, and everything in between. Its intuitive software allows you to effortlessly bring your visions to life, whether you're embellishing clothing, making intricate paper crafts, or adding a personal touch to home decor.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
This class will introduce the basics of Cricut functions. With Cricut, you can design and cut an array of material, from paper and fabric to vinyl and leather, and everything in between. Its intuitive software allows you to effortlessly bring your visions to life, whether you're embellishing clothing, making intricate paper crafts, or adding a personal touch to home decor.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Every month join us for a step-by-step craft that you can take home at the end of the night. No craft experience necessary! This program is for ages 18 and up.
Part 3: Marketing Concepts
Beginning at 5:00pm, there will be a brief networking period with refreshments where participants can mingle with SCORE volunteers, and local business people. At 6pm, the program will begin. This presentation walks the participants through marketing plans to start and build a successful business.
Emphasis will be on:
- The value of marketing
- Branding
- Messaging
- Target markets and channels
- Positioning products and services
- Marketing methods
- Social media
- Sales
Click Here for more information on SCORE-Western Connecticut
Tonight's presenter, David Rich, is a mentor for SCORE Western Connecticut. He brings executive experience in fintech and strategic leadership, particularly in marketing, product strategy, and commercialization. David's journey includes pivotal roles at companies like Mastercard, Citi, and Vision Practical, where he leads the development and marketing of groundbreaking products, leveraging fintech analytics and AI. In these roles, David’s focus has always been creating and implementing marketing strategies that meet and exceed market demands, driving significant revenue growth and establishing new benchmarks in product excellence.
This series is in person only.
The Fairfield County Writer’s Group, founded in 2011, has been supporting and helping writers in the county with regular write-ins and accelerated events during the Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) season. The group is a non-profit and has no membership fees or dues. The community is made up of a variety of writers at different stages of their writing adventure.
The Group has monthly write-ins, and the schedule is decided at the beginning of each month. Please click here to see the FCWG Calendar for the latest schedule. Join us at our write-ins. These are designed to help motivate you to write more and be able to discuss writing issues with other writers. No registration is required.
FCWG has a Facebook Group as well for discussion, celebration, and commiseration.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Part 4: Financial Matters
Beginning at 5:00pm, there will be a brief networking period with refreshments where participants can mingle with SCORE volunteers, and local business people. At 6pm, the program will begin. All business is risk vs. reward, and the financial planning process will help you assess both. Having a financial plan will not only help guide business development decisions and monitor results, but it will also help you match your business concept with personal income goals. In addition, the financial plan can be used as a budget and can be compared to actual results in the future.
In this session you will learn the importance of financial planning. You will learn how to build your financial model, and how to understand financial statements, including an income statement, cash flow statement and balance sheet.
Click Here for more information on SCORE-Western Connecticut.
Tonight's presenter, Will Meikle, is a mentor with SCORE Western Connecticut as well as chairperson for the Chapter. He has over 40 years of business experience supporting senior executive positions in a large Fortune 100 global technology company. He excels in the fields of accounting, finance and operations and assists SCORE clients who want to start or grow their businesses. Will enjoys developing organizations that work towards a common goal, are diverse in makeup, and are respectful and inclusive of everyone involved. He looks forward to working with our clients on any aspect of their business and taking the journey alongside them.
This series is in person only.
Dr. Edward Markowitz will discuss Type 2 Diabetes, and how to reverse it using natural solutions. Topics discussed will include:
- The top 3 reasons diabetics get worse with time
- A unique clinical approach that allows the diabetes to reverse
- Is your treatment causing you to get worse over time?
- Common drugs that may cause you to actually get worse
Dr. Edward Markowitz is the Clinical Director of Advanced Wellness and Injury Center. He is a certified Wellness Consultant by the Foundation for Wellness Professionals, a diplomat in Occupational Health Care, and certified as a Functional Medicine Practitioner. Dr. Markowitz has been in active practice for over 37 years and has helped over 10,000 patients using his unique combination of Nutritional Lifestyle Management, Accupuncture and Physical Medicine.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85031069317
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Part 5: Funding Options
Beginning at 5:00pm, there will be a brief networking period with refreshments where participants can mingle with SCORE volunteers, and local business people. At 6pm, the program will begin. This final session will wrap up the series by focusing on funding options to grow your business, increase production or service capacity, drive sales, and boost your profit. Funding can come from a variety of sources including equity investors, community development and SBA support, online lending, fintech, crowdfunding, and more.
In addition to discussing funding options, this presentation will also look at:
- The 6 C’s of Credit
- What lenders and bankers look for
- Borrowing strategies
- Decisions to be made and next steps.
- Go/No-Go decision and next steps
Click Here for more information on SCORE-Western Connecticut.
Tonight's presenter, Carlton S. Chen, is a practicing business attorney, venture capital advisor, angel investor and longtime mentor and subject matter expert for SCORE. He is passionate about helping companies and entrepreneurs succeed in leveraging their branding, products and services, especially into new markets. He welcomes the challenge of looking at creative ways to use advanced technology, intellectual property rights, and the unique client attributes and talents to their advantage.
This series is in person only.
The Bethel Chapter of the CT Poetry Society offers its monthly poetry workshops to members and visitors on the 2nd Saturday of every month.
Each person brings an original poem to read aloud and receive feedback on. Poets at every level are invited to participate; you can be from any town in the area. Poems can be on any subject in any form.
Please register in advance and bring 6 copies of your poem. Our group is welcoming and congenial, emphasizing appreciation of each other's work combined with constructive suggestions
For further information, contact Michael Garry, president, Bethel Chapter of CPS at mgarry1955@gmail.com.
Looking to make a simple spreadsheet to record your budget, the weather, or other information? This class will get you started on formulas, referencing cells and recording data for later use.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
Learn the basics of laser lithography as we cut and engrave personalized items. Using readily available software we will introduce you to the basic concepts of laser cutting, engraving and designing.
Looking to make a simple spreadsheet to record your budget, the weather, or other information? This class will get you started on formulas, referencing cells and recording data for later use.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Join Lynn Verrilli, founder of Advanced College Funding Solutions, LLC, as she discusses college planning and financial aid for parents of high school freshman, sophmores, juniors and middle school students. Even if your family is not eligible for need-based aid, she will cover strategies on how to pay for college on the most efficient basis. Her talk will discuss the full gamut on how to pay for college from 529's, scholarships, loans, saving strategies, etc.
After completing her studies in Business Management at Eastern Connecticut State University, Lynn began her career in business development, working with 3 major corporations. She then became a Registered Investment Advisor. While assisting numerous clients with their investment and retirement goals, she found that a major concern for many parents was determining the method they would use to pay for college and still effectively address other major planning issues, like retirement funding. She founded Advance College Funding Solutions and her knowledge of college planning and funding has succeeded in relieving much stress for parents and students.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83651317811
This month's selection is Hello, Beautiful by Ann Napolitano. An emotionally layered and engrossing story of a family that asks: Can love make a broken person whole? William Waters grew up in a house silenced by tragedy, where his parents could hardly bear to look at him, much less love him. He meets Julia, who is inseparable from her three younger sisters. But then darkness from William’s past surfaces, jeopardizing not only Julia’s carefully orchestrated plans for their future, but the sisters’ unshakeable loyalty to one another. The result is a catastrophic family rift that changes their lives for generations. Will the loyalty that once rooted them be strong enough to draw them back together when it matters most?
HOW TO GET A COPY: Please click here to make an online request with your Library card; or call us at 203-794-8756 to check availability of pre-ordered copies at the Circulation Desk.
We are also offering a book guide for all registrants which highlights the authors background, offers book interviews and insights, as well as topics and questions to stimulate the conversation.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
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.
Mike Alimo, our presenter, is an Investment Advisor and President of USA Financial and Tax Services. He has spent the last 18 years devoted to serving clientele in CT and New England. He focuses on retirement planning and risk management, as well as comprehensive financial planning. He remains committed to giving back to the community via informational presentations and educational workshops.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88428240122
The Fairfield County Writer’s Group, founded in 2011, has been supporting and helping writers in the county with regular write-ins and accelerated events during the Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) season. The group is a non-profit and has no membership fees or dues. The community is made up of a variety of writers at different stages of their writing adventure.
The Group has monthly write-ins, and the schedule is decided at the beginning of each month. Please click here to see the FCWG Calendar for the latest schedule. Join us at our write-ins. These are designed to help motivate you to write more and be able to discuss writing issues with other writers. No registration is required.
FCWG has a Facebook Group as well for discussion, celebration, and commiseration.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
Come one, come all! Have you ever had an interest in 3d Printing or 3D Design? This class will introduce you to the basics of designing in a three dimensional environment and get you started on creating amazing objects on a 3D printer or laser cutter.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Cybersecurity risks for small businesses increase each year. Small businesses face steep challenges to ensure that their digital assets and customers are well protected from ever-advancing threats. The stakes are high as small businesses are often not aware of the threats to their business and may not be able to sustain their operation after a cybersecurity breach.
This webinar is designed to help small business owners understand the foundation elements of why cybersecurity is important, and share the critical insights of cybersecurity that will help protect you, your clients, your data, and your information from today's cyberthreats.
Key Takeaways:
- Awareness and risks
- Impact of today's complex threats
- How to protect your business
- Helpful resources
There will be a networking period from 5:30-6:00 PM, with light refreshments. The program begins at 6:00 PM.
Presenter Michael Samoska is a Mentor with Score Western CT. He currently works with Consolidated Computing, headquartered in Farifield, CT. Consolidated Computing provides all types of IT solutions, including assessing risk and recommending cybersecurity solutions. Chief Technology Officer and CyberChief, Mike leads strategy and execution, solution and service portfolio, and industry thought leadership. Mike has extensive knowledge in numerous aspects of technology solutions, which he has developed throughout his 33+ years of industry experience; his special interests include networking, security, cloud solutions and application, and network performance management.
This is a hybrid event; you can choose to attend in person or on Zoom.
Here is the Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85215922737
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
The Bethel Chapter of the CT Poetry Society offers its monthly poetry workshops to members and visitors on the 2nd Saturday of every month.
Each person brings an original poem to read aloud and receive feedback on. Poets at every level are invited to participate; you can be from any town in the area. Poems can be on any subject in any form.
Please register in advance and bring 6 copies of your poem. Our group is welcoming and congenial, emphasizing appreciation of each other's work combined with constructive suggestions
For further information, contact Michael Garry, president, Bethel Chapter of CPS at mgarry1955@gmail.com.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
Join Ginger Grace as she invites the audience into the life and times of Emily Dickinson in this inspiring biographical portrait based on the Poet’s letters, life stories and poems! Via “Interactive Bookends” Ms. Grace reaches out to the audience for words and ideas and weaves them into the fabric of the piece! Emily’s secrets combine with seismic creativity -- as her poems take shape in radical form -- shocking to the fashions of her time! This is an Emily of irrepressible delight, depth, intrigue and passion. With interactive elements at play – the Poet’s creativity is mixed with that of the audience – empowering the voice of everyone in the Library!
This event is In Person only.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
The Fairfield County Writer’s Group, founded in 2011, has been supporting and helping writers in the county with regular write-ins and accelerated events during the Nanowrimo (National Novel Writing Month) season. The group is a non-profit and has no membership fees or dues. The community is made up of a variety of writers at different stages of their writing adventure.
The Group has monthly write-ins, and the schedule is decided at the beginning of each month. Please click here to see the FCWG Calendar for the latest schedule. Join us at our write-ins. These are designed to help motivate you to write more and be able to discuss writing issues with other writers. No registration is required.
FCWG has a Facebook Group as well for discussion, celebration, and commiseration.
Join us for a knit and crochet get together. Work on your own project or help us make items for local charities. If you know how to knit and/or crochet but are stuck on a project or technique, or if you are just looking for someone to craft with, this is the group for you.
No registration required.
If you are struggling with stress, an over-active mind and want to find a new perspective on how mindfulness and meditation can help in navigating the challenges of your everyday life, then join Prabha Makayee as she guides you through the steps of meditation. See what you can accomplish by taking responsibility over what kinds of thoughts you think. With just one second, one breath and one thought of changing your perspective you can realign your well-being to a more peaceful, happy mindset.
No registration required.
The Bethel Chapter of the CT Poetry Society offers its monthly poetry workshops to members and visitors on the 2nd Saturday of every month.
Each person brings an original poem to read aloud and receive feedback on. Poets at every level are invited to participate; you can be from any town in the area. Poems can be on any subject in any form.
Please register in advance and bring 6 copies of your poem. Our group is welcoming and congenial, emphasizing appreciation of each other's work combined with constructive suggestions
For further information, contact Michael Garry, president, Bethel Chapter of CPS at mgarry1955@gmail.com.
This month's selection is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. Set in the mountains of southern Appalachia, this is the story of a boy born to a teenaged single mother in a single-wide trailer, with no assets beyond his dead father's good looks and copper-colored hair, a caustic wit, and a fierce talent for survival. In a plot that never pauses for breath, relayed in his own unsparing voice, he braves the modern perils of foster care, child labor, derelict schools, athletic success, addiction, disastrous loves, and crushing losses. Demon Copperhead speaks for a new generation of lost boys, and all those born into beautiful, cursed places they can't imagine leaving behind.
HOW TO GET A COPY: Please click here to make an online request with your Library card; or call us at 203-794-8756 to check availability of pre-ordered copies at the Circulation Desk.
We are also offering a book guide for all registrants which highlights the authors background, offers book interviews and insights, as well as topics and questions to stimulate the conversation.
The Bethel Chapter of the CT Poetry Society offers its monthly poetry workshops to members and visitors on the 2nd Saturday of every month.
Each person brings an original poem to read aloud and receive feedback on. Poets at every level are invited to participate; you can be from any town in the area. Poems can be on any subject in any form.
Please register in advance and bring 6 copies of your poem. Our group is welcoming and congenial, emphasizing appreciation of each other's work combined with constructive suggestions
For further information, contact Michael Garry, president, Bethel Chapter of CPS at mgarry1955@gmail.com.
This month's selection is The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christine Lefteri. This unforgettable novel puts human faces on the Syrian war with the immigrant story of a beekeeper, his wife, and the triumph of spirit when the world becomes unrecognizable. Nuri is a beekeeper and Afra, his wife, is an artist. They live a simple life, rich in family and friends, in the hills of the beautiful Syrian city of Aleppo—until the unthinkable happens and all they love is destroyed by war. This is a novel that at once reminds us that the most peaceful and ordinary lives can be utterly upended in unimaginable ways and brings a journey in faraway lands close to home, never to be forgotten.
HOW TO GET A COPY: Please click here to make an online request with your Library card; or call us at 203-794-8756 to check availability of pre-ordered copies at the Circulation Desk.
We are also offering a book guide for all registrants which highlights the authors background, offers book interviews and insights, as well as topics and questions to stimulate the conversation.
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