Weston Public Library Programs - Jackson Pollock, Local Authors, Jazz & More!

Virtual Gallery and Art Tour with Riva Blumenfeld:
New York School- Jackson Pollock, Lee Krasner and Friends
Thursday, June 9, 7PM, Via Zoom

Sponsored by the Friends of the Weston Library. 

Please join Riva this month as she explores artists such as artists like Jackson Pollock, Lee Krasner, Willem de Kooning, Mark Rothko, Joan Mitchell, Helen Frankenthaler and others. New York usurped Paris as the center of contemporary art with the rise of Abstract Expressionism, a distinctly American painting style defined by spontaneous marks and obsessive explorations of color, which by the beginning of the ’50s had become a world-famous aesthetic movement.

Riva Blumenfeld is an art historian and educator with 40 years of experience in the art field. Riva was educated in Art History at Washington University in St. Louis and has taught Art Education at the Museum of Modern Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art and the Guggenheim Museum. Having owned an art gallery in Soho for a short period, Riva has a unique knowledge of New York City’s art scene and offers insight into the sometimes intimidating world of New York City art galleries. Prior to the pandemic, Riva conducted small group tours of NYC’s art world.

Please register here. The Zoom link will be sent in advance of the event.

NEW! Readers & Writers Event
Saturday, June 11, 10:30AM, Hybrid Program

Join the Friends of the Library for a moderated panel discussion with local authors. 

Mental health is becoming an area of increasing relevance and focus. Join us for a panel discussion on this important topic with local authors Steve Borys and Jim Carlon, and moderator Gillian Donovan as they
share their personal experiences and explore the complexities of navigating mental health care.

Gillian Donovan is a psychologist and a Weston resident with a private practice in Weston.  She is also a commissioner on the Commission for Children and Youth.

Steven Borys lives in Weston with his wife Amee, children Emma and Peter, and dog Queenie.  He published his first book, “How to beat Stalin, Hitler and the Southern State Parkway” in 2021.  Steve has dedicated his life to teaching, coaching, and public speaking as a way to pay back all of the wonderful people who helped him survive his youth.

James Carlon lives in Weston with his son and is the author of “Conversation with a Desperate Man”. He is the founder and chairman of the Fairfield County Bar Association’s Wellness Committee, and is a frequent speaker on the topic of mental health in the legal workplace.

Participants may join the Friends of the Library in the Community Room or virtually via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent out to all registrants in advance of the program. Please register.

Sunday Maker Programs For Adults
Digitizing Photos and Slides
June 12, 1-2PM

Did you know that International Archives Day falls in June? Do you have a goal of digitizing your personal archive of photos and slides but weren't sure how to get started? Join Makerspace Coordinator Lomas for this Sunday Maker program and learn how to use the equipment the Library has to digitize your special memories. Space is limited! Register here. 

Did you know?

The majority of equipment in the Makerspace as well as the Library of Things has been paid for by the Friends of the Weston Library or through private donations.

We would like to grow our offerings! Please consider purchasing an item off of the Makerspace Wishlist on Amazon by clicking here. 

NEW! Save The Date! 
Rhonda Denet and the Silver Fox Trio: From Jazz to Soul
Saturday, June 25, 6PM Hybrid Event

Sponsored by the Friends of the Weston Public Library. 

June is African-American Music Appreciation Month. Join the Friends of the Library as they host the extraordinary vocal talents of Rhonda Denet who, accompanied by the Silver Fox Trio, will perform a collection of soul and jazz classics that spans 5 decades. This is a musical journey from the era when the “First Lady Of Song,” Ella Fitzgerald graced the stage to when the “Queen of Soul,” Aretha Franklin ruled the airways. In addition to Ella and Aretha, this showcase pays tribute to Billie Holiday, Nina Simone, Nancy Wilson, Etta James, Martha & The Vandellas, Mary Wells, and Gladys Knight.

Please register. This event will be hybrid. Guests are welcome in the Community Room or can join via Zoom. A Zoom link will be sent to all registrants in advance of the program.

Coworking Wednesdays
Work From the Library and Enjoy a Free Cup of Starbucks Coffee from 9am-12pm on Wednesdays in June!

Have you been working from home or do you have a home-based business? Do you need a place to work outside of your home or conduct a conference call? The Weston Public Library has spaces available for you!

Come take advantage of our free WiFi and ample seating. Small conference rooms are also available to Weston residents on a first come, first served basis, or may be reserved at www.westonpubliclibrary.org. 

In recognition of Micro, Small and Medium Sized Enterprises Day in June, the Library will also provide free coffee from its Starbucks Grind and Brew station on Wednesday mornings for the entire month from 9am-12pm (regular price: $2)!

Legislative Session Wrap Up
Tuesday, June 7, 6-7:30PM

Join State Senator Haskell and State Representative Hughes in the Weston Public Library Community Room for a recap of the 2022 legislative session. They will share accomplishments and will field questions from the audience.