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On May 1, 2023, the OverDrive app will be discontinued. If you haven’t already, we encourage you to make the switch to Libby, OverDrive’s newer reading app. Libby is made by the same people, with the same goal of connecting you to your favorite books, audiobooks, and magazines. Download Libby or visit libbyapp.com to get started.

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This Business of Fighting: A Human Face on WWII

Tuesday April 4, 6:30pm

Equipped with a Ph.D. in history from Yale and a lifetime of storytelling experience, Arnie Pritchard paints a picture of his father’s WWII experience.

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Movie Matinees in April

Come watch a movie on the big screen at Cheshire Library! This month we’re screening Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris and Sherlock Holmes. No registration required!

April Book Club

A monthly book group where you can meet new people, sip a warm drink, and have great discussions. This month we’re reading I Must Betray You by Ruta Sepetys. Sign up for our afternoon or evening group, whichever works with your schedule!

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Happy Place: Paper Flowers

Monday April 10, 10:30am

Need to take a little time for self-care? Find your happy place with soothing music, hot drinks, socializing, and low-stress crafting. This month we’ve got a paper flower craft and orchestral music by minimalist composer Steve Reich.

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Builders Block

Friday April 14, 10:00am

Block off some time to build freely with LEGOs, Duplos, KEVA Planks, Strawbees, and more! For kids of all ages and their caregivers. No registration required.

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