North Haven Memorial Library

With 2.7 billion movie tickets purchased annually, Bollywood is the most widely consumed form of fiction in India. How has the industry used its reach? What themes has it imparted, both past and present? Join us as we explore Bollywood’s unique style of storytelling, from early film classics like “Mother India,” to more recent controversial films like “Padmaavat.”
Nita Prasad is Professor of History and Director of Asian Studies at Quinnipiac University. She has published on various aspects of Indian history, including women and the law, religious schisms, and the history of Bollywood.
This program is part of the National Endowment of Arts with the International Festival of Arts and Ideas in New Haven series.

Local Event: The Storytelling of Bollywood

North Haven

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The Storytelling of Bollywood

Saturday May 4, 2024: With 2.7 billion movie tickets purchased annually, Bollywood is the most widely consumed form of fiction in India....

118 Quinnipiac Ave, North Haven CT 06473

Faye is back on Saturday, May 4th.
Faye Green and Mychael a. Ross will be gracing our winery with their performances from 5-8 pm. If you haven’t had the pleasure of experiencing their music before, let us fill you in on these talented artists. We’re absolutely delighted to welcome them back to our venue once again!
Faye Green captivates audiences with sultry vocals and tireless stage energy. Her band in the ’80s, “Faye and the Funky Allstars” became legendary in Connecticut, blending jazz, blues, and funk in an exciting and unique way. She has also performed with the area’s finest musicians on freelance gigs. In addition to entertaining crowds in the CT area, Faye has worked in New York City in many different venues, including the “Apollo Theater”. Faye was voted best jazz/blues singer for three consecutive years by New Haven’s top music journal “The Advocate”. During her career, Faye spent time on the road opening for national acts such as the average white band, Melba Moore, Tower of Power, and Tavaras and performing with artists such as Mark Egan an American jazz bassist known for his membership in the Pat Metheny Group and the Gil Evans orchestra also co-founder of the jazz fusion band, elements and the late Jaco Pastorius famous bassist who played with Weather Report and Blood Sweat and Tears.
Mychael a. Ross is one of the area’s paramount blues /jazz guitarists!! In addition to playing with faye, he also performs with his band le mixx. Le’ mixx is an eight piece band with over 30 years of experience between its eclectic mix of band members. Keep a look out for where they are performing in your area.

Local Event: Live Music: Faye Green & Mychael A. Ross Are Back At Valor Wines!

Live Music: Faye Green & Mychael A. Ross Are...

Saturday May 4, 2024: Faye is back on Saturday, May 4th.
Faye Green and Mychael a. Ross will be gracing our winery with their performances...

Live Music: Faye Green & Mychael A. Ross Are Back At Valor Wines!

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Local Event: Kentucky Derby 

Kentucky Derby 

Saturday May 4, 2024: Party &amp; Charity Event



Gateway Concert Series presents the 2024 spring student showcase featuring musical performances by CT State Community College Gateway music students.&nbsp;
Admission is free and the public is welcome on the Landing, Third Floor, South Building, 20 Church Street. Validated parking in the Temple Garage.&nbsp;

Local Event: Student Showcase 

New Haven

Student Showcase 

Monday May 6, 2024: Gateway Concert Series presents the 2024 spring student showcase featuring musical performances by CT State Community...

Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise. You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form. It is very gentle on your joints, it increases strength and mobility, decreases stress and greatly improves balance. If necessary, it can be done seated. Every session will begin and end with warm up and cool down exercises. Each session builds upon the next. If you cannot attend all four sessions please do not register. No equipment required. 
Reminder: Upon registration you are automatically registered for each session in this 4 week series. 
Premier instructor Debbie Wooley, certified under Dr. Lam's Tai Chi for Health Institute with 14 years of teaching experience.

Local Event: Tai Chi with Debbie

Tai Chi with Debbie

Monday May 6, 2024: Tai Chi is a slow moving meditative exercise.  You will be taught the Sun style which is the youngest form.  It is...

Should school be in session all year long? Is cereal a soup? Join our debate club to share your thoughts about serious topics, silly topics, and everything in-between. You'll learn the basics of debate while growing your public-speaking and team-building skills. No experience is necessary. Teens are encouraged to bring their laptops and a friend!
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to participate. Registration encouraged.

Local Event: Teen Debate Club

Teen Debate Club

Monday May 6, 2024: Should school be in session all year long? Is cereal a soup? Join our debate club to share your thoughts about...

Do you crochet, knit, cross stitch, or weave? Join us for a self-directed stitching session, where we will discuss our current projects and ideas, share advice for newcomers, and “unwind” with friends. Bring your yarn and get cozy! 
Some materials, tools, and guide books will be provided, but teens should bring their own supplies. Students in grades 6-12 are invited to participate. Registration encouraged.

Local Event: Lord of the Strings: Teen Sit & Stitch

Lord of the Strings: Teen Sit & Stitch

Monday May 6, 2024: Do you crochet, knit, cross stitch, or weave? Join us for a self-directed stitching session, where we will discuss...

Location: Children's Story Room Ages: 6 - 11yrs 
Registration Required

Ready to show off your master building skills and survive the games challenges? Join us for Minecraft Meetup and watch your creative vision take shape. *We will be using the Minecraft Bedrock Edition in this program and have limited ipads so please bring your own device if you can.

Local Event: Minecraft Meetup

Minecraft Meetup

Monday May 6, 2024: Location: Children's Story RoomAges: 6 - 11yrs
Registration Required

Ready to show off your master building skills...

Location: Children's Story Room Ages: 6mos – 3yrs 
Registration Required

Time for too-too much fun! If you and your child have a tutu or bow tie, wear it while enjoying music, dancing, and a story.

Local Event: Tutu Tuesday

Tutu Tuesday

Tuesday May 7, 2024: Location: Children's Story Room Ages: 6mos – 3yrs
Registration Required

Time for too-too much fun! If you and your...

A cash-strapped documentary maker decides to make his newest documentary about a mollusk shell he finds living in his Airbnb with his friends.
Rated: PG, Runtime: 90 mins.
No registration is required.

Local Event: Tuesday Matinee: Marcel the Shell with Shoes On

Tuesday Matinee: Marcel the Shell with Shoes On

Tuesday May 7, 2024: A cash-strapped documentary maker decides to make his newest documentary about a mollusk shell he finds living in his...

Come practice your German speaking in an informal group.

Local Event: German Conversation Group

German Conversation Group

Tuesday May 7, 2024: Come practice your German speaking in an informal group.

Location: Children's Story Room Ages: 6 - 9yrs Registration Required


Time to get crafty in the kitchen! Bring your imagination (and taste buds!) and learn to decorate a special seasonal treat!

Local Event: OK, Chef! 

OK, Chef! 

Tuesday May 7, 2024: Location: Children's Story Room Ages: 6 - 9yrsRegistration Required


Time to get crafty in the kitchen! Bring your...

Location: Children's Story Room Ages: 2 - 3yrs 
Registration Required

Come learn AND have fun! Parent/Caregivers and their toddlers will interact with books, learn fingerplays, and sing.

Local Event: Toddler Time 

Toddler Time 

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Location: Children's Story Room Ages: 2 - 3yrs 
Registration Required

Come learn AND have fun! Parent/Caregivers and...

Are you interested in finally learning how to use your digital device? Join Reference Librarian, Brittany Pearson, as she teaches a beginner series computer class! 
This class will focus on how to utilize the different drives and files on your computer!
Student need only to bring a notebook and writing utensils. Space is limited - sign up today.
NOTE: Technical issues with your device will not be addressed.

Local Event: Basic Computer Skills: Drives and File Movement

Basic Computer Skills: Drives and File Movement

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Are you interested in finally learning how to use your digital device? Join Reference Librarian, Brittany Pearson, as...

Join us for this super chill program all about Magic: The Gathering! Bring your deck(s) to compete with other Magic fans or learn the basics from one of our teen volunteers. All skill levels are welcome to play, learn, or just watch.
Teens who already know Magic are welcome to play anytime in the teen area. Forget your cards? Ask a staff member to borrow the Teen Department's!
Students in grades 6-12 are invited to participate. Registration Required.

Local Event: Magic: The Gathering Club

Magic: The Gathering Club

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Join us for this super chill program all about Magic: The Gathering! Bring your deck(s) to compete with other Magic...

Experience the beauty of The Bushnell through a virtual, interactive presentation. Trained Bushnell volunteer tour guides will show you backstage spaces, talk about the history of the venue, and tell stories about their favorite shows and performers. 
Jim and Joan are knowledgeable tour guides at The Bushnell. In addition to their regular volunteer duties (ushering, patron guiding, etc.) they are very enthusiastic about sharing all things Bushnell at our library.

Local Event: Armchair Traveler: Bushnell Tour To Go

Armchair Traveler: Bushnell Tour To Go

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Experience the beauty of The Bushnell through a virtual, interactive presentation. Trained Bushnell volunteer tour...

Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door.
You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daughter trio of amateur sleuths, Mother-Daughter Murder Night.

Local Event: Online Author Talk: Nina Simon

Online Author Talk: Nina Simon

Wednesday May 8, 2024: Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door.
You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about...

For the month of May, we will be reading and discussing The Spectacular by Fiona Davis.
Set in the 1950s, Marion Brooks is the Rockette’s newest dancer, but she soon learns that the stage is a cutthroat place for a young woman — and so is the big city. When an elusive bomber targets Radio City, Marion begins to hunt for the truth, but doing so puts herself and her family in peril.

Local Event: Thursday Morning Book Club

Thursday Morning Book Club

Thursday May 9, 2024: For the month of May, we will be reading and discussing The Spectacular by Fiona Davis.
Set in the 1950s, Marion...

Location: Children's Department Ages: 0 - 24mos 
No Registration Required

This program brings caregivers and babies together to nurture bonds and increase awareness of the child’s development. Our primary focus is the healthy development of infants ages 0-24 months old with an emphasis on language enrichment and pre-literacy skills.

Local Event: Baby Rhyme Time 

Baby Rhyme Time 

Thursday May 9, 2024: Location: Children's DepartmentAges: 0 - 24mos
No Registration Required

This program brings caregivers and babies...

Location: Children's Story Room Grades: 3rd - 5th 
Registration Required

Learn to code and change the world! Kids Who Code is a national program that is on a mission to change the image of what a programmer looks like and does. Through bravery, resilience, curiosity and creativity Kids Who Code will help ignite your passion for computer science.

Local Event: Kids Who Code 

Kids Who Code 

Thursday May 9, 2024: Location: Children's Story Room Grades: 3rd - 5th 
Registration Required

Learn to code and change the world! Kids...

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Former North Haven State Rep. Named To New Post...

The former longtime state representative was named the new economic development director in West Haven, Mayor Dorinda Borer announced.

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Man In ‘Suspicious Vehicle’ Arrested On Drug...

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Man Charged In Shooting In Target Parking Lot:...

The man was arrested after a witness reported seeing a person fire more than one shot before running into an SUV, according to police.

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