Burnham Library

Two Town Tabletop Club
2024-07-13 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-09-14 13:00 - 17:00, 2024-10-12 13:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York) | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Are you ready to dive into a world of adventure, strategy, and fun? Whether you’re a seasoned tabletop game aficionado or just curious to see what all the excitement is about, our monthly meet-up has something for everyone! Why Join Us?

Explore New Games: From favorites to the latest hits, discover a wide variety of games that will challenge your mind and spark your imagination.
Meet Like-Minded Enthusiasts: Connect with fellow game lovers, share tips and strategies.
All Skill Levels Welcome: Whether you’re a beginner or a master, our meet-up is the perfect place to learn new games or showcase your expertise.

Don’t miss out on the fun! Grab your friends, roll the dice, and join us for an unforgettable gaming experience. 🧩
Questions? Contact jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org

Drop-in thru the back door.

A Year in Kimono
2024-07-18 18:00 - 19:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
A Year in Kimono
Sono Kimono presents A Year in Kimono, a lecture about the history of kimono from its origins to modern-day fashion. Participants will get to experience dressing themselves in yukata, the cotton summer kimono popular at festivals and celebrations.
Sono Kimono’s Robyn Mortiboys, Secretary of the Japan Society of Fairfield County, will lead the presentation. She will display an assortment of vintage kimonos to highlight their formality and explain which garment is appropriate for a given occasion.
Registration is required. Please RSVP below. Questions? Email jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org

Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur
2024-08-07 14:00 - 15:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Your All Access Pass Behind the Scenes at the Space Station with Smithsonian Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur
Wednesday, August 7th at 2:00 pm via digital live-stream!
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You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.
Revealing a new perspective into the world of space exploration and the daring astronauts who make it possible, Dr. Levasseur will guide you through the Smithsonian’s Behind the Scenes at the Space Station and take you on a once-in-a-lifetime virtual tour of the International Space Station.
You will learn what the astronauts do once they make it to the space station, from experiments to repairs and so much more! Have you ever wondered if plants could grow in outer space? Or how the space station doesn’t break down in outer space? Or how astronauts go to the toilet in microgravity?
Behind the Scenes at the Space Station is a treasure trove of information. Did you know that during a 24-hour period, the space station completes 16 orbits of Earth and the astronauts on board see 16 sunrises and sunsets every day? Or that the International Space Station is so enormous that it was launched in pieces and constructed in orbit?
Brimming with astonishing visuals, step-by-step explanations of everyday space work in action, and job profiles of the adventurous people who make it happen, Dr. Levasseur’s tour Behind the Scenes at the Space Station is the perfect way to spend an hour and experience life in space.
Register now for your all-access pass to a spectacular home in space!
About the Author: Dr. Jennifer Levasseur is a proud graduate of the University of Michigan (BA, 1999). She received an MA from George Washington University (2002) and a PhD from George Mason University (2014). Her first book, published in 2020, examined the cultural significance of astronaut photography. She is the responsible curator for the Museum’s astronaut cameras, chronographs, the Space Shuttle, and International Space Station programs. In 22 years at NASM, Jennifer has worked on artifact loans, a biennial museums conference, and numerous digital projects. She curated the 2015 exhibit Outside the Spacecraft: 50 Years of Extra-Vehicular Activity, co-curated One World Connected, and is lead curator for the forthcoming At Home in Space gallery.
Jennifer started her Smithsonian career with an internship in the National Portrait Gallery, where she cataloged photographs and developed strategies for recording portrait information in the museum’s artifact database.

The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD
2024-08-15 14:00 - 15:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
The Golden Ticket to College Admissions Is Not What You Think: Redefining Success for Parents of Teens with Irena Smith, PhD
Thursday, August 15 at 2:00 pm via digital live-stream
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Another college application season is around the corner, and stress is already beginning to ratchet up for teens and their parents. You’re invited to join us for this must-watch talk by Irena Smith, PhD. You will hear about constructive and healthy ways to approach the college application process, preserve your relationship with your teen, and help them define success on their terms instead of chasing the elusive “golden ticket.”
Irena is a former Stanford Admissions Officer who has spent 18 years advising accomplished, tightly-wound students in Palo Alto and around the world. She saw firsthand the extreme measures parents took to help their children gain admission to highly selective colleges and the toll it took on the children as well as on their parents.
At the same time, Irena’s own children struggled with developmental delays, learning differences, severe depression, and anxiety. She kept her double life—successful college counselor at work, anxious mom at home—tightly under wraps for years until a stunning realization: she was exactly like the anxious parents of the students she worked with, all of whom were equally terrified about their children’s future. Irena’s memoir, The Golden Ticket: A Life in College Admissions Essays, which candidly explores her personal as well as professional life, was published in 2023, and she has since devoted her time to speaking out about hard things: the heavy burden of generational expectations, teen and young adult mental health, and the importance of embracing a broader, more generous vision of what it means to succeed. To learn more about Irena’s personal experience as a parent, professional experience as a college admissions officer, and leave with tips on how to help your child approach the application process in practical, healthy ways–register now!
About the Author: Irena Smith is an author, former Stanford admissions officer, independent college counselor, and mother of three extraordinary children. She emigrated from the former Soviet Union with her parents when she was nine years old. In spite of her fierce insistence that she would never, not ever, learn English, she went on to earn a BA in English and then a PhD in Comparative Literature (both from UCLA, where she received a Distinguished Teaching Assistant Award and Dissertation Year Fellowship). Irena taught literature and composition at UCLA and Stanford before transitioning to college admissions, college advising, and writing. Her recently published memoir, The Golden Ticket: A Life in College Admissions Essays is the winner of the Story Circle Network’s Gilda Award, named in honor of comedian Gilda Radner to recognize honest, authentic writing that “makes us laugh even when we want to cry.” It’s been described by Forbes as “captivating and smart… a potential antidote to the fevered belief that being admitted to an elite college will spell the difference between a successful life vs. a doomed future.” She has given a TEDx talk on humanizing the college application process and writes about parenting, college admissions, and redefining success in her weekly Substack newsletter, The Golden Ticket (is not what you think). You can also find her on Substack at Personal Statements.

Author Shelby Van Pelt: An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope
2024-08-21 19:00 - 20:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
An Exploration of Friendship, Reckoning, and Hope with novelist Shelby Van Pelt
Wednesday, August 21 at 7:00 pm via digital live-stream
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We invite you to join us as we chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel Remarkably Bright Creatures. You don’t want to miss this deep-dive exploration of friendship, reckoning, hope, and so much more!
Remarkably Bright Creatures is a luminous debut novel about a widow’s unlikely friendship with a giant Pacific octopus reluctantly residing at the local aquarium—and the truths she finally uncovers about her son’s disappearance 30 years ago.
After Tova Sullivan’s husband died, she began working the night shift at the Sowell Bay Aquarium, mopping floors and tidying up. Keeping busy has always helped her cope, which she’s been doing since her eighteen-year-old son, Erik, mysteriously vanished on a boat in the Puget Sound over 30 years ago.
As she works, Tova becomes acquainted with curmudgeonly Marcellus, a giant Pacific octopus living at the aquarium. Marcellus knows more than anyone can imagine, but wouldn’t dream of lifting one of his eight tentacles for his human captors—until he forms an unlikely friendship with Tova.
Ever the detective, Marcellus deduces what happened the night Tova’s son disappeared. As his affection for Tova grows, Marcellus must use every trick his old, invertebrate body can muster to unearth the truth for her before it’s too late.
Charming, compulsively readable, and full of wit, Shelby Van Pelt’s debut novel is a beautiful exploration of friendship, reckoning, and hope–a reminder that sometimes taking a hard look at the past can help uncover a future that once felt impossible. Register now for a conversation you just don’t want to miss!
About the Author: Shelby Van Pelt’s debut novel, REMARKABLY BRIGHT CREATURES, was published by Ecco/HarperCollins (US) and Bloomsbury (UK) in Spring 2022 and was an Instant New York Times bestseller and has sold a million and a half copies. Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, she’s now missing the mountains in the Chicago area with her husband and two children.

Back-to-School Parent & Caregiver Social
2024-08-27 08:30 - 10:30 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Back-To-School Parent & Caregiver Social
Hooray, it’s the First Day! In partnership with the Burnham School PTO, drop in after drop off for refreshments and a chance to relax with fellow parents and caregivers.
We will meet at the tent on the Library lawn or at the Peck House porch if the weather is iffy!
Email lambruso@burnhamlibrary.org with questions.

Adult and Teen Take & Make Craft: Pumpkin Patch Pop-Ups!
2024-09-03 10:00 - 17:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Stop by the library to pick up a Take & Make craft kit at the circulation desk! Kits will be available starting on September 3rd and throughout the month while supplies last. September’s Take & Make is a Pumpkin Patch Pop-Up paper craft! Questions? Email ksteele@burnhamlibrary.org.

Author Garrett Graff: Capturing the Human Drama of 9/11 and D-Day Through Oral History
2024-09-10 14:00 - 15:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Capturing the Human Drama of 9/11 and D-Day Through Oral History with author Garrett Graff
Tuesday, September 10 at 2:00 pm via digital live-stream
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Register for this incredibly moving virtual chat with New York Times bestselling author Garrett Graff! An expert at capturing the human drama, Graff will speak about his body of work with particular focus on his oral histories, The Only Plane in the Sky: An Oral History of 9/11 and When the Sea Came Alive: An Oral History of D-Day.
About the Author: Garrett M. Graff has spent nearly two decades covering politics, technology, and national security. The former editor of Politico and contributor to Wired and CNN, he’s written for publications from Esquire to Rolling Stone to The New York Times, and today serves as the director of the cyber initiative at the Aspen Institute. Graff is the author of multiple books, including the FBI history The Threat Matrix, Raven Rock (about the government’s Cold War Doomsday plans), When the Sea Came Alive (an oral history of D-Day), and the New York Times bestsellers The Only Plane in the Sky and Watergate, which was a finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in History.

Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World – with Nate Klemp, PhD
2024-09-18 14:00 - 15:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World – with Nate Klemp, PhD
Tuesday, September 10 at 2:00 pm via digital live-stream
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Join us as New York Times bestselling author and philosopher Nate Klemp helps us explore pathways back to openminded living when he talks to us about the core tenets in his new book Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World.
With the avalanche of information we get every day, closing down our minds and hearts seems to be the only way to survive. We close off to ourselves by compulsively checking our devices. We close to each other by getting caught in echo chambers of outrage. But what if there’s another way? In this climate of distraction and division, Nate Klemp’s Open offers a path back to a way of living that is expansive, creative, and filled with wonder.
About the Author: About the Author: Nate Klemp, PhD, is a philosopher, writer, and mindfulness entrepreneur. He is the coauthor of the New York Times bestseller Start Here, the New York Times critics’ pick The 80/80 Marriage, and his newest book, Open: Living with an Expansive Mind in a Distracted World. His work has been featured in the LA Times, Psychology Today, the Times of London, and more, and his appearances include Good Morning America and Talks at Google. He’s a cofounder of LifeXT and founding partner at Mindful. For more, visit nateklemp.com or @Nate_Klemp on Instagram.

CANCELED: Build Your Own History Book: Music Trivia!
2024-09-19 18:00 - 19:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Build Your Own History Book: Music Trivia!
Sponsored by the Connecticut Community Foundation, Part of our Brain Health Series
Join David Plaue of Sticker Book Publishing to test your music knowledge at this one-of-a-kind trivia event where you will take a trip down memory lane and learn, reminisce and “Build Your Own History Book” of some of the most interesting and influential people in the history of music!
This program is for adults. Registration is required. Please RSVP below. Cut-off is Wednesday, September 18th at noon. Questions? Email ksteele@burnhamlibrary.org

Author Liane Moriarty: A Deep Dive in Character Development
2024-09-21 19:00 - 20:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
A Deep Dive in Character Development with Global Sensation Liane Moriarty
Saturday, September 21 at 7:00 pm via digital live-stream
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If you knew your future, would you try to fight fate? If you were told you only had a certain amount of time left to live, would you do things differently? Would you try to dodge your destiny? Join us as we chat with mega-bestselling author Liane Moriarty about her newest novel Here One Moment. Moriarty’s Here One Moment is a brilliantly constructed tale that looks at free will and destiny, grief and love, and the endless struggle to maintain certainty and control in an uncertain world.
About the Author: Liane Moriarty is the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Truly Madly Guilty, Big Little Lies, The Husband’s Secret, The Hypnotist’s Love Story, What Alice Forgot, Apples Never Fall, and Here One Moment. She lives in Sydney, Australia, with her husband and two children.

Burnham's Satellite Library
2024-09-24 12:30 - 13:30, 2024-10-22 12:30 - 13:30 | Hilltop Center, United States
Join Katie at the Hilltop Center on the 4th Tuesday of Each Month!
Whether you’re looking to discover new books, need help with tech, or just want to chat, Katie has you covered. Swing by to grab a new library card, register for upcoming programs, or simply enjoy some good conversation. She’s here to assist with it all!

Book Discussion: The Covenant of Water
2024-09-25 17:00 - 19:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
All are welcome to join in the lively discussion. Copies of each selection will be available at the library.
Questions? Email jkallay@burnhamlibrary.org

Early Inns & Taverns Across Connecticut & New England
2024-09-27 18:00 - 19:30 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Early Inns & Taverns Across Connecticut & New England
In partnership with the Bridgwater Historical Society
Please RSVP using the link below. Refreshments will be served.
The foundation of the United States was built upon the vibrant tavern culture that thrived during colonial times. Taverns were not just places to drink, but also served as welcoming havens for travelers in need of food and lodging for both themselves and their trusty steeds. As the American Revolution brewed, these establishments shed their British roots and proudly embraced the title of taverns, becoming hotbeds of rebellion and camaraderie.In a groundbreaking shift, both men and women were granted licenses to manage taverns, leading to a wave of successful entrepreneurs. Join us as John Cilio takes us on a journey
through the varied experiences of travelers who dined, drank, and rested at these historic New England establishments with a focus on Connecticut. It’s incredible to think that several of these iconic taverns still stand today!
Speaker Bio: John Cilio
John Cilio is a fascinating historical storyteller, author, and researcher who has been captivating audiences with his tales of the past for over 15 years. As a proud member of the Organization of American Historians and the Association for the Study of Connecticut History, John has shared his wealth of knowledge through numerous articles in national magazines and newspapers. John Cilio continues to inspire and educate with his captivating storytelling and in-depth research. Get ready to be transported through time and experience history though period stories and vintage photographs.

Amplifying your (Communications) Genius with Victoria C. Rowan of Ideasmyth.com
2024-09-30 18:00 - 19:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Amplifying your (Communications) Genius with Victoria C. Rowan of Ideasmyth.com
REGISTER FOR WEEK 1 with Gunn Memorial Library
Three town libraries – Roxbury, Bridgewater, and Washington – collaborate to present you “Amplifying Your Communications Genius,” with Victoria C. Rowan of Ideasmyth.com
This 3-part virtual workshop (Zoom link is provided when you register on our website) is open to creative professionals of all stripes. It will provide valuable insights on becoming more effective communicators across all media—including speaking, writing, websites, books, and press. Each session will conclude with Victoria providing laser coaching to a few participants.
WEEK 1 September 30th, 6 pm-7 pm: 7 Critical Questions for Communicating Anything This session offers an overview of how to craft effective messaging for any media.
All who are curious are welcome, especially:

Creatives (Writers, Performers, Artists)
Aspiring Authors
Small Business Owners
Nonprofit Leaders
Job Seekers

BIO: Victoria C. Rowan, the Creatrix of Ideasmyth.com, considers it her personal and professional mission to cultivate, communicate, and celebrate creativity. Over her 30+ year career in the media world, she has worked as a coach, writer, editor, media entrepreneur, and event curator/ facilitator/ speaker. Victoria has worked with 1000+ people to bring their work (articles, books, monographs, theater productions, thought leadership events, innovative enterprises) into the world–and help them get the attention they deserve. As she likes to say, there is nothing more rewarding than “helping professionals become more creative and creatives become more professionally accomplished.”

Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute: A Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats
2024-10-02 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Program
A Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats with Scientists from the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute
Wednesday, October 2 at 2:00 pm via digital live-stream
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Join us in kicking off October as we welcome three Smithsonian-affiliated scientists to teach us about the remarkable world of tropical bats!
For decades, scientists at the Smithsonian Tropical Research Institute have studied the remarkable biodiversity of bats on Barro Colorado Island in Panama, where an astonishing seventy-six species coexist. Now, for the first time, Smithsonian scientists’ expertise pairs with the stunning photography of National Geographic contributor Christian Ziegler for a captivating visual journey into the fascinating world of these elusive night creatures, to bring you the book Bat Island: A Rare Journey into the Hidden World of Tropical Bats.

Spirits in the Night with War Party Paranormal North and Mine Hill Distillery
2024-10-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Spirits in the Night: A Taste of the Paranormal & A Taste of Fine Spirits
In partnership with Mine Hill Distillery
Please RSVP using the link below.
Join James Maeder and Sean Flynn of War Party Paranormal North, a scientific-based research team with over 40 years of experience investigating and cleansing residential hauntings. Their paranormal lectures and classes dive into what hauntings are not before determining what truly is paranormal. As seen on Haunted Files streaming on ParaFlixx, they offer insight into the unknown and practical ways to help if you’re experiencing unexplained phenomena. Discover the science behind the supernatural and find out what steps you can take if you believe your home may be haunted!
Bio: Before War Party Paranormal, those experiencing unexplained phenomena in their homes had few options beyond turning to churches or charlatans charging exorbitant fees. In 2008, Marla “Scotty” Burns and John “Zap” Aderhot founded War Party Paranormal to assist those in need. Today, War Party Paranormal is Florida’s largest and most respected paranormal research team, with expansions reaching New Jersey and beyond. War Party Paranormal North, a professional and scientific team with over 40 years of combined experience, specializes in residential hauntings, cleansing, paranormal lectures and classes, live radio shows, and podcast appearances. All services are provided free of charge.
For more information, follow War Party Paranormal North on Facebook or contact James Maeder (ghostdude62@gmail.com) or Sean Flynn (nighttrain1x1@gmail.com).

Author Silvia Moreno-Garcia: Liberating Latin American Genre Fiction
2024-10-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Virtual Program
Liberating Latin American Genre Fiction: In Conversation with Bestselling Author Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Wednesday, October 9 at 7:00 pm via digital live-stream
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You’re invited to free your mind with the highly acclaimed Silvia Moreno-Garcia, New York Times bestselling and award-winning author of several novels, including Mexican Gothic, The Daughter of Doctor Moreau, Gods of Jade and Shadow, and many more!
Moreno-Garcia’s most recent novel, The Seventh Veil of Salome, is set in 1950s Hollywood. Vera Larios, an unknown Mexican ingénue, has just won a star-making role in a big-budget movie about the legendary woman whose story has inspired artists since ancient times–Salome. Vera quickly becomes the talk of the town and an object of envy for Nancy Hartley, an actress whose career has stalled and who will do anything to win the fame she believes she richly deserves.
About the Author: Silvia Moreno-Garcia is the author of many critically acclaimed novels, including Gods of Jade and Shadow (Sunburst Award for Excellence in Canadian Literature of the Fantastic, Ignyte Award), Mexican Gothic (Locus Award, British Fantasy Award, Pacific Northwest Book Award, Aurora Award, Goodreads Award), Velvet Was the Night (finalist for the Los Angeles Times Book Prize and the Macavity Award), The Daughter of Doctor Moreau, and The Seventh Veil of Salome. She writes in various genres, including fantasy, horror, noir, and historical.
Mexican by birth, Canadian by inclination. Cachanilla and Canuck, originally from Baja, California, now reside in Vancouver. She has an MA in Science and Technology Studies from the University of British Columbia.

Cozy Cups & Crafts: Miniature Witch's Cupboards!
2024-10-10 18:00 - 20:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Join us for an evening of spooky and cozy crafting! Create a miniature witch’s cupboard while enjoying mulled apple cider and light Halloween-themed refreshments!
This program is for ages 12+. Registration is required. Please RSVP below. Questions? Email Katie at ksteele@burnhamlibrary.org

Two Town Tabletop Club
2024-10-12 08:00 - 12:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Two Town Tabletop Club

Join us for hobby gaming in a casual atmosphere! Adults. All experience levels and interests are welcome!
Email cfisher@burnhamlibrary.org to register.

CANCELED Memories @ the MATT: "Poskas: Father and Son"
2024-10-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Virtual Program
Sponsored by the Connecticut Community Foundation, Part of our Brain Health Series
Join the Mattatuck Museum for a virtual tour and discussion of their exciting new exhibition: “Poskas: Father and Son”, which brings together the artwork of Waterbury natives Peter Poskas II and his son Peter Poskas III. Dedicated to realist still lifes before a life-altering accident, Poskas III has recently turned his attention to impressionistic views of the land, animals, and buildings surrounding his Washington, CT farm. The tour guide will use the pieces of art in the exhibition to foster discussion with participants around certain themes and topics that may remind the audience of aspects or moments in their lives.
A wide-ranging retrospective of late-career Poskas II, and mid-career Poskas III, this exhibition not only speaks to the body of work of both artists, but also tracks how their relationship has changed, grown, and deepened over time through the lens of their artwork. The MATT’s memory care tours are designed to give time and space for the audience to share their own experiences and feelings about pieces.
This program is virtual and takes place over Zoom. Registration is required. RSVP below. A link to the Zoom room will be sent out to registrants prior to the program. Cut-off for registration is Wednesday, Oct. 16th at noon. This program is dementia-friendly but open to all.
Questions? Email Katie at ksteele@burnhamlibrary.org.
About the Brain Health Series: This event is part of Burnham Library’s ongoing Brain Health Series, which is dedicated to promoting mental wellness through engaging and educational activities. Sponsored by the Connecticut Community Foundation, this series offers a range of programs designed to keep the mind sharp, foster community connections, and enhance interactions between individuals experiencing memory loss and their care partners.

Author Lori Gottlieb: Maybe You Should Talk To Someone
2024-10-22 14:00 - 15:00 | Virtual Program
Maybe You Should Talk To Someone: Examining the Truths and Fictions We Tell Ourselves with Lori Gottlieb
Wednesday, October 22 at 2:00 pm via digital live-stream
REGISTER HERE
Every year, nearly 30 million Americans sit on a therapist’s couch—and some of these patients are therapists. In her remarkable book Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, Lori Gottlieb tells us that despite her license and rigorous training, her most significant credential is that she’s a card-carrying member of the human race. “I know what it’s like to be a person,” she writes, as a crisis causes her world to come crashing down.
With startling wisdom and humor, Gottlieb reveals our blind spots, examining the truths and fictions we tell ourselves and others as we teeter on the tightrope between love and desire, meaning and mortality, guilt and redemption, terror and courage, hope and change.
About the Author: Lori Gottlieb is a psychotherapist and New York Times bestselling author of Maybe You Should Talk to Someone, which has sold over two million copies and is currently being adapted as a television series starring Kristen Bell. In addition to her clinical practice, she co-hosts the popular “Dear Therapists” podcast produced by Katie Couric and writes The Atlantic’s “Dear Therapist” advice column. She is a sought-after expert in media such as The Today Show, Good Morning America, CBS This Morning, CNN, and NPR’s “Fresh Air” and her TED Talk was one of the Top 10 Most Watched of the Year. She is the creator of the Maybe You Should Talk To Someone Workbook: A Toolkit for Editing Your Story and Changing Your Life and the Maybe You Should Talk To Someone Journal: 52 Weekly Sessions to Transform Your Life. Learn more at LoriGottlieb.com or by following her on Instagram @lorigottlieb_author and X @LoriGottlieb1.

Book Discussion: Thinking, Fast and Slow
2024-10-23 17:00 - 19:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States

Amplifying your (Communications) Genius with Victoria C. Rowan of Ideasmyth.com
2024-10-28 18:00 - 19:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Amplifying your (Communications) Genius with Victoria C. Rowan of Ideasmyth.com
REGISTER FOR WEEK 2 with Gunn Memorial Library
Three town libraries – Roxbury, Bridgewater, and Washington – collaborate to present you “Amplifying Your Communications Genius,” with Victoria C. Rowan of Ideasmyth.com
This 3-part virtual workshop (Zoom link is provided when you register on our website) is open to creative professionals of all stripes. It will provide valuable insights on becoming more effective communicators across all media—including speaking, writing, websites, books, and press. Each session will conclude with Victoria providing laser coaching to a few participants.
WEEK 2 October 28 6pm-7pm: Cultivating + Connecting with Audiences Virtually + In Real Life (IRL)
How to find your tribe and expand your influence online, in person, and in the press.
All who are curious are welcome, especially:

Creatives (Writers, Performers, Artists)
Aspiring Authors
Small Business Owners
Nonprofit Leaders
Job Seekers

BIO: Victoria C. Rowan, the Creatrix of Ideasmyth.com, considers it her personal and professional mission to cultivate, communicate, and celebrate creativity. Over her 30+ year career in the media world, she has worked as a coach, writer, editor, media entrepreneur, and event curator/ facilitator/ speaker. Victoria has worked with 1000+ people to bring their work (articles, books, monographs, theater productions, thought leadership events, innovative enterprises) into the world–and help them get the attention they deserve. As she likes to say, there is nothing more rewarding than “helping professionals become more creative and creatives become more professionally accomplished.”

CANCELLED - Memory Book Workshop
2024-11-02 14:30 - 16:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
This program has been cancelled.
Sponsored by the Connecticut Community Foundation, Part of our Brain Health Series
Join us for a heartfelt Memory Book Workshop designed to preserve and spark memories, and build connections between loved ones. More than just photo albums, memory books are powerful tools that capture moments in time, emotions, and tell stories of a person’s life that can be shared for generations. This program is open to all but designed to be dementia-friendly, as these books can be beneficial to those experiencing memory loss, and help spark conversation and memory.
Event Highlights:

Memory Activation: Create a personalized memory book to evoke cherished memories and promote conversation.
Family Bonding: Families are encouraged to work on a memory book together. Share stories and create a keepsake that can bridge the gap between generations, fostering deeper connections.
Crafting Made Easy: Bring your favorite photos, memorabilia, recipes, and drawings. We’ll provide craft materials and ideas to help you bring your memory book to life.
Photography Support: We’ll have a camera on hand to help print any images directly from your phone or device.

Whether you’re starting a memory book for yourself or a loved one, this workshop is an opportunity to preserve stories that matter and connect through shared experiences.
This program is for all ages. Registration is required. RSVP below. Questions? Email Katie at ksteele@burnhamlibrary.org.
About the Brain Health Series: This event is part of Burnham Library’s ongoing Brain Health Series, which is dedicated to promoting mental wellness through engaging and educational activities. Sponsored by the Connecticut Community Foundation, this series offers a range of programs designed to keep the mind sharp, foster community connections, and enhance interactions between individuals experiencing memory loss and their care partners.

Adult and Teen Take & Make Craft: Mini Pumpkin House!
2024-11-05 10:00 - 17:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
Stop by the library to pick up a Take & Make craft kit at the circulation desk! Kits will be available starting on November 5th and throughout the month while supplies last. November’s Take & Make is a Mini Pumpkin House! Questions? Email ksteele@burnhamlibrary.org.

A Navajo Investigator’s Search for the Unexplained: In Conversation with Stanley Milford, Jr.
2024-11-07 19:00 - 20:00 | The Burnham Library, 62 Main Street South, Burnham Library, Bridgewater, CT, 06798, United States
A Navajo Investigator’s Search for the Unexplained: In Conversation with Stangley Milford, Jr.
Thursday, November 7 at 7:00 pm via digital live stream
REGISTER HERE
Join us in conversation with Navajo Ranger, Stanley Milford, Jr. as he chats about the chilling and clear-eyed memoir of his investigations into bizarre cases of the paranormal and the unexplained in Navajoland.
In The Paranormal Ranger, Milford recounts the stories of these cases from the clinical and deductive perspective of a law enforcement officer. Milford’s Native American worldview and investigative training collide to provide an eerie account of what logic dictates should not be possible. Register now to expand your own worldview and be ready for a chill to run down your spine!
About the Author: Stanley Milford, Jr., graduated from the United States Indian Police Academy at the Federal Law Enforcement Training Center in Artesia, New Mexico, and worked continuously as a sworn law enforcement officer for over twenty-three years. He served as the delegated Chief Navajo Ranger for over two years through March of 2019. While with the Navajo Rangers, Stan oversaw a section called the Special Projects Unit (SPU), whose responsibilities included the investigation of cases that did not fit within everyday parameters of law enforcement or criminal investigation, many of which involved reports of the paranormal or supernatural. After leaving the Navajo Rangers, Stan served as the senior investigator for the Navajo Nation’s White Collar Crime Unit.
