BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//wp-events-plugin.com//7.4.2//EN TZID:America/New_York X-WR-TIMEZONE:America/New_York BEGIN:VEVENT UID:675@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260807T173000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/laser-tag SUMMARY:Laser Tag DESCRIPTION:Get ready to turn the Derby Neck Library into a battleground! J oin us for an action-packed\, teen-only laser tag showdown inside the libr ary. We’ll dim the lights\, gear up\, show down\, and finish things off with pizza! Sneak\, sprint\, and score your way to glory in a one-of-a-kin d laser tag experience. Pizza\, laser tag\, and the library—what more co uld you want? For teens ages 12+ CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:588@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T170000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/makerspace SUMMARY:Makerspace DESCRIPTION:Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every W ednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm\, staff will be on hand to assist you w ith any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall\, a programm able robot\, snap circuits\, origami\, pixel art\, ingredients for slime –you name it\, we can make it happen!Please note that the Makerspace is flooded with small parts\, so we do not recommend it for very young childr en. No registration required\, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:679@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T180000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/open-crafting-for-teens SUMMARY:Open Crafting for Teens DESCRIPTION:Every week in the Teen Space\, join Miss Hannah for artistic fu n to challenge your mind and your hands. Participate in a guided craft or use the available materials to make anything you want!\n\nOpen to patrons ages 12-19. No registration required. CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:569@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260812T194500 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/dnl-productions-film-club SUMMARY:DNL Productions Film Club DESCRIPTION:We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps a s an actor\, writer\, director\, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmak er looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen ? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow mov ie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:589@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T170000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/summer-reading-end-games-2 SUMMARY:Summer Reading End Games DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss our end-of-summer party to celebrate all of your r eading and all of the fun we’ve had at the library this summer! Enjoy an afternoon of exciting activities\, and spend the rewards you’ve earned on prizes and raffles!The day's activities include:Giant inflatable water slide and bouncy castlePersonalized photo frame craftFree ice cream treats and beveragesCommunity scrapbook projectOutdoor gamesLive music CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:570@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T170000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/summer-reading-end-games SUMMARY:Summer Reading End Games DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss our end-of-summer party to celebrate all of your r eading and all of the fun we’ve had at the library this summer! Enjoy an afternoon of exciting activities\, and spend the rewards you’ve earned on prizes and raffles!\n\nThe day's activities include:\n\n Giant inflata ble water slide and bouncy castle\n Personalized photo frame craft\n Fre e ice cream treats and beverages\n Community scrapbook project\n Outdoor games\n Live music\n CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:680@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260813T170000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/summer-reading-end-games-3 SUMMARY:Summer Reading End Games DESCRIPTION:Don’t miss our end-of-summer party to celebrate all of your r eading and all of the fun we’ve had at the library this summer! Enjoy an afternoon of exciting activities\, and spend the rewards you’ve earned on prizes and raffles!The day's activities include:Giant inflatable water slide and bouncy castlePersonalized photo frame craftFree ice cream treats and beveragesCommunity scrapbook projectOutdoor gamesLive music CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:681@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260815 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260830 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/youth-programming-pause-2 SUMMARY:YOUTH PROGRAMMING PAUSE DESCRIPTION:There will be no youth programs for two weeks as our team prepa res for fall. CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:590@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260815 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260830 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/youth-programming-pause SUMMARY:YOUTH PROGRAMMING PAUSE DESCRIPTION:There will be no youth programs for two weeks as our team prepa res for fall. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:571@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260815T160000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/needlers-club SUMMARY:Needlers' Club DESCRIPTION:The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on croch eting\, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!\n\nLearn more about our mission here. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2125@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T140000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/private-meeting-community-room SUMMARY:PRIVATE MEETING - Community Room DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for use by the staff of the Derb y Neck Library. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:572@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260817T193000 DTSTAMP:20260817T221519Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/another-look-book-club SUMMARY:POSTPONED: Another Look Book Club DESCRIPTION:Another Look Book Club invites readers to explore familiar stor ies through modern works that reclaim\, subvert\, or expand the original t ext. Each title is a reimagining or response to well-known fairytales\, my ths\, or classics--taking us from the Brothers Grimm to Jane Austen\, Alic e in Wonderland to the Odyssey\, and more. Through guided discussions\, co mmunity dialogue\, and shared reflection\, participants gain a deeper unde rstanding of both the source material and its inclusive reinterpretation. Another Look Book Club is a space for curious readers\, critical thinkers\ , and anyone excited to broaden the horizons of their literary world.This month's pick: The Rose and the Dagger by Renée AhdiehE-bookPlease note t his is a sequel to our pick from last month: The Wrath and the Dawn by Re née AhdiehE-bookRegistration not required\, coffee and light refreshments provided. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2126@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T140000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/private-meeting-community-room -2 SUMMARY:PRIVATE MEETING - Community Room DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for use by the staff of the Derb y Neck Library. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2127@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260818T163000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/community-room-reserved-derby- neck-library-building-committee SUMMARY:Community Room Reserved - Derby Neck Library Building Committee DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for Building Committee of the De rby Neck Library. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:733@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/mahjong-meetup-2 SUMMARY:Mahjong Meetup DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun\, relaxed gat hering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfec t for beginners\, this casual\, stress-free environment offers guided inst ruction and plenty of practice time. Whether you're completely new to the game or just looking to sharpen your skills\, come enjoy the challenge and camaraderie of mahjong at the library!No experience necessary — all mat erials provided. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2128@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T140000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/private-meeting-community-room -3 SUMMARY:PRIVATE MEETING - Community Room DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for use by the staff of the Derb y Neck Library. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2129@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T160000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/private-meeting-community-room -4 SUMMARY:PRIVATE MEETING - Community Room DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for use by the staff of the Derb y Neck Library. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2130@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T173000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/friends-of-the-derby-neck-libr ary-monthly-meeting-community-room SUMMARY:Friends of the Derby Neck Library Monthly Meeting – Community Roo m DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for use by the Friends of the De rby Neck Library for their monthly meeting\, weather-permitting. Anyone in terested in joining is also welcome to drop in and see what it’s all abo ut–visit the Friends’ website for more info. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:734@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T194500 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/dnl-productions-film-club-2 SUMMARY:DNL Productions Film Club DESCRIPTION:We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps a s an actor\, writer\, director\, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmak er looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen ? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow mov ie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2131@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260819T193000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/private-meeting-community-room -5 SUMMARY:PRIVATE MEETING – Community Room DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for use by the Derby Lions Club. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2132@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T140000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/private-meeting-community-room -6 SUMMARY:PRIVATE MEETING - Community Room DESCRIPTION:The Community Room is reserved for use by the staff of the Derb y Neck Library. CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:735@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260820T193000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/page-stage-book-club-much-ado- about-nothing SUMMARY:Page & Stage Book Club: Much Ado About Nothing DESCRIPTION:Join us as we dive into one of Shakespeare’s plays\, from the page to the spotlight. We’ll read the original text\, explore famous (a nd surprising!) adaptations on stage and screen\, and discuss who each sto ry continues to resonate today. Whether you’re a lifelong Shakespeare fa n or discovering the Bard for the first time\, this club is the perfect pl ace to enjoy great literature\, lively conversation\, and a bit of theatri cal fun.This month's selection: Much Ado About NothingClick this link for the full text online! CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2133@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260821 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260822 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/library-closed-on-fridays SUMMARY:LIBRARY CLOSED ON FRIDAYS DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:736@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260822T160000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/needlers-club-3 SUMMARY:Needlers' Club DESCRIPTION:The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on croch eting\, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!Learn more about our mission here. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:737@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T150000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/virtual-author-talk-when-trees -testify-reclaiming-americas-black-botanical-legacy-with-beronda-montgomer y SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: When Trees Testify: Reclaiming America’s Bla ck Botanical Legacy with Beronda Montgomery DESCRIPTION:Register Here! This is a virtual program. You will receive an email with the link to the program feed.Join us for a riveting conversatio n with award-winning biologist Beronda Montgomery as we discuss her book\,  When Trees Testify: Science\, Wisdom\, History\, and America’s Black B otanical Legacy. The histories of trees in America are also the histories of Black Americans. Pecan trees were domesticated by an enslaved African named Antoine\; sycamore trees were both havens and signposts for people t rying to escape enslavement\; poplar trees are historically associated wit h lynching\; and willow bark has offered the gift of medicine. These trees \, and others\, testify not only to the complexity of the Black American n arrative but also to a heritage of Black botanical expertise that\, like N ative American traditions\, predates the United States entirely.In When T rees Testify\, award-winning plant biologist Beronda L. Montgomery explore s the ways seven trees\, as well as the cotton shrub\, are intertwined wit h Black history and culture. She reveals how knowledge surrounding these t rees has shaped America since the very beginning. As Montgomery shows\, tr ees are material witnesses to the lives of enslaved Africans and their des cendants.Combining the wisdom of science and history with stories from her own path to botany\, Montgomery talks to majestic trees\, and in this uni que and compelling narrative\, they answer.Register today for this insight ful discussion about Black history and botanical mastery.  About the Aut hor:Beronda L. Montgomery\, PhD\, is a writer\, researcher\, and scholar w ho pursues a common theme of understanding how individuals perceive\, resp ond to\, and are impacted by the environments in which they exist. Her pri mary laboratory-based research has been focused on the responses of photos ynthetic organisms (i.e.\, plants and cyanobacteria) to external light cue s. Additionally\, Beronda pursues this theme in the context of effective m entoring and leadership of individuals\, and the role of innovative leader s in supporting success.Beronda is author of two books When Trees Testify : Science\, Wisdom\, History\, and America’s Black Botanical Legacy (20 26\, Henry Holt and Co.) and Lessons From Plants (2021\, Harvard Univers ity Press). CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:591@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T193000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/growing-together-book-club SUMMARY:Growing Together Book Club DESCRIPTION:The Derby Neck Library is offering a brand new book club for pa rents\, guardians\, and caregivers of children to discuss strategies and t echniques for effective parenting in a nonjudgmental space. Each month\, w e’ll read a title from a pediatrician\, a psychologist\, or a memoir\, a nd consider how the information we gather might be useful in practice. We will also share personal experiences and challenges to troubleshoot as a t eam.  \n\nParenting is one of the toughest and most important endeavors a person can take on\, but we don’t have to do it alone. With open minds (and books)\, we can support each other\, learn together\, and grow toget her.\n\nThis month\, we'll be discussing TBA . You can grab a copy from t he Children's Room circulation desk to read beforehand. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:738@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T140000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/mahjong-meetup-3 SUMMARY:Mahjong Meetup DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun\, relaxed gat hering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfec t for beginners\, this casual\, stress-free environment offers guided inst ruction and plenty of practice time. Whether you're completely new to the game or just looking to sharpen your skills\, come enjoy the challenge and camaraderie of mahjong at the library!No experience necessary — all mat erials provided. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:739@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260826T194500 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/film-festival-night SUMMARY:FILM FESTIVAL NIGHT! DESCRIPTION:Join us for this special event\, Derby Neck’s first annual Fi lm Festival Night! Our award-winning film club\, Derby Neck Library Produc tions\, in association with our colleagues at Hang Out Films\, will be pro udly presenting a slate of eleven short movies by local filmmakers.  Whet her you like comedy\, horror\, romance\, or drama\, there is a film in thi s lineup for you! Featuring the exclusive world premiere of “Stakeout\, ” written by Tech Services assistant Kevin Bisaccia.  CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:740@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T150000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/virtual-author-talk-high-altit udes-and-high-stakes-a-miss-marple-mystery-with-lucy-foley SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: High Altitudes and High Stakes: A Miss Marple Mystery with Lucy Foley DESCRIPTION:Register Here! This is a virtual program. You will receive an email with the link to the program feed.Join us for a thrilling conversati on with acclaimed author Lucy Foley as we delve into her brand-new Miss Ma rple mystery\, Murder at the Grand Alpine Hotel. High in the Swiss Alps\ , accessible only by a single\, winding railway\, stands the luxurious Gra nd Alpine Hotel. With glorious mountain views and exclusive access to powd ery slopes\, it draws guests from far and wide. The notorious actress. T he high-flying politician. The society wife. The reckless friend. The s hrewd doctor. But not everyone is here for a winter holiday. Beneath the champagne and furs\, dark histories simmer\; old grudges emerge like crack s in the ice. And someone is watching from the shadows. A polite\, unassum ing woman with an extraordinary mind: Miss Marple. When a body is found an d a blizzard cuts off all escape\, only Miss Marple can connect the clues before the killer strikes again. Because it isn’t a question of who has a motive\, but who’s next… About the Author:Lucy Foley is a No.1 Sun day Times\, Irish Times and New York Times bestselling author. More th an 10 million copies of her books are in print worldwide\, and several are currently being adapted for the screen. She is a Waterstones Thriller of the Month author\, a three-time nominee at the British Book Awards\, and  The Guest List was a Reese’s Book Club selection and winner of the Good reads Choice Award for Mystery Thriller. As a life-long Agatha Christie fa n\, Lucy has drawn immeasurable inspiration from the Queen of Crime. She w as one of 12 writers to contribute to Marple\, a collection of short stor ies featuring the beloved detective. And in Murder at the Grand Alpine Ho tel\, she was inspired to transport Miss Marple – her favorite Christie creation – to the glamorous post-war setting of the Swiss Alps\, in a m ystery that feels gloriously escapist yet utterly relevant to our times. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:741@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260827T193000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/morbid-curiosity-book-club SUMMARY:Morbid Curiosity Book Club DESCRIPTION:An adults-only book club reading into true crime\, cults\, cons piracies\, mortuary science\, and more!August's Pick: Radium Girls: The Da rk Story of America's Shining Women by Kate Moore CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2134@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260828 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260829 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/library-closed-on-fridays-2 SUMMARY:LIBRARY CLOSED ON FRIDAYS DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:742@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260829T160000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/needlers-club-4 SUMMARY:Needlers' Club DESCRIPTION:The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on croch eting\, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!Learn more about our mission here. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:592@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T113000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/drums-strings-shaky-things SUMMARY:Drums & Strings & Shaky Things DESCRIPTION:Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program! There will be singing\, dancing\, stories\, and a whole lot of shaky things! This program is targeted to ages Birth – 5\, but everyone is welcome! No registration required\, but sign up fo r our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:593@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T173000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162248Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/family-fun-time-2 SUMMARY:Family Fun Time DESCRIPTION:This weekly program is fun for the whole family! We'll transfor m the Children's Room into a giant entertainment zone (as if it weren't en ough fun already)! Drop in any time between 3:30-5:30pm to participate.\n\ nWe'll have music and karaoke\, ToniePlay audio games\, board and card gam es\, life-sized games\, snacks and refreshments\, and more! No rotating sc hedule... all of these activities\, every Monday\, for all of summer. We h ope to see you there! CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:682@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260831T180000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/puzzles-chess-and-magic-2 SUMMARY:Puzzles\, Chess\, and Magic DESCRIPTION:Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles\, games\, and more!Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers\, strategy\ , and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzl es\, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku\, challenge a friend to regu lar chess or laser chess\, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathe ring!Whether you’re here to relax\, think hard\, or try something new\, there’s always a challenge (and a new friend) waiting for you!No registr ation required\, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay i n the loop on cancelations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:594@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T113000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162249Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/littles-art-studio SUMMARY:Littles' Art Studio DESCRIPTION:Every other Tuesday\, bring your little one in-person for some artistic exploration of various art mediums! One session will feature fing er painting\, while another will have stamps\, and then another will have chalk. Your child will get to experiment with all sorts of artwork\, bring ing out their little Picasso (and maybe a bit of yours\, too)! And the bes t part is\, we clean up the mess. Join us!This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5\, but everyone is welcome! No registration required\, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:743@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T143000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/afternoon-teav-2 SUMMARY:Afternoon TeaV DESCRIPTION:Join us on each Tuesday afternoon at 1:00pm to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show\, we will stay on for a discuss ion. Light\, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at e ach meeting.Now watching: Turn: Washington's Spies CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:744@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T150000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/virtual-author-talk-the-democr acy-we-must-keep-why-the-ideas-that-built-america-still-matter-with-david- o-stewart SUMMARY:Virtual Author Talk: The Democracy We Must Keep: Why the Ideas that Built America Still Matter with David O. Stewart DESCRIPTION:Register here! This is a virtual program. You will receive an e mail with the link to the program feed.Join us as we chat with award-winni ng historian David O. Stewart about his newest work\, The Democracy We Mu st Keep\, and the question he explores throughout the book: What did Ameri ca's founders say about democracy\, and can we remain true to their vision for America?Two hundred fifty years ago\, passionate men attempted to cre ate something the world had never seen before: a nation built not on kings or armies\, but on ideas where the people ruled.In The Democracy We Must Keep\, historian David O. Stewart takes readers inside the nine key docum ents that shaped the formation of the United States—from Patrick Henry's thunderous cry for liberty to the carefully crafted design of a governmen t chosen by the people\, with limits on all officials holding power under the Constitution.Through the words of seven visionary founders—Washingto n\, Jefferson\, Madison\, Hamilton\, Gouverneur Morris\, and others—Stew art shows how a fragile experiment in self-government took shape.These men were not saints. They argued passionately. They worried that the new nati on might fall apart. Yet together\, they forged the principles that must s till define American democracy:Power must be limited.Leaders must answer t o the people.Individual rights must be protected by law.As the United Stat es celebrates its 250th anniversary\, The Democracy We Must Keep urges r eaders to rediscover core ideas that built the nation—and to consider wh at it will take to protect them.Register today to gain a deeper understand ing of how American democracy started\, why it still matters\, and the act ive role each generation must play to uphold it. About the Author:David O . Stewart has published eleven award-winning and best-selling books of his tory and historical novels. In 2023\, he received the Lifetime Achievement Award of the Washington Independent Review of Books. His most recent fict ional series\, the Overstreet Saga\, is inspired by family stories his mot her told. He lives in Maryland with the light of his life\, Nancy Floreen\ ; they have three children and six grandchildren. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:683@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T173000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/lets-play-tuesdays-11 SUMMARY:Let's Play Tuesdays DESCRIPTION:Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on T uesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favo rite family board games like Uno\, Yahtzee\, Qwirkle\, and Clue\, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming syste ms\, including the Switch\, Xbox\, Playstation 4\, and more. Come in\, hav e a snack\, and let’s play!No registration required\, but sign up for ou r Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by click ing here. CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:595@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T173000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162249Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/lets-play-tuesdays-2 SUMMARY:Let's Play Tuesdays DESCRIPTION:Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on T uesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favo rite family board games like Uno\, Yahtzee\, Qwirkle\, and Clue\, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming syste ms\, including the Switch\, Xbox\, Playstation 4\, and more. Come in\, hav e a snack\, and let’s play!No registration required\, but sign up for ou r Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by click ing here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:596@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T173000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162249Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/storycraft SUMMARY:StoryCraft DESCRIPTION:Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic\, and then make ar ts and crafts inspired by the stories.No registration required\, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellation s by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:597@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T113000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162249Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/birth-to-three-play-group-2 SUMMARY:Birth to Three Play Group DESCRIPTION:Every Wednesday\, caregivers with children ages birth to three are invited to the Derby Neck Library for a play group in collaboration wi th Connecticut Birth to Three! Come try all the library’s resources alon gside Early Interventionists who will work with you and your child to buil d confidence and competence and enhance child learning and development\, a ll within the typical activities of the family.No registration is required for this free program\, just drop in!ALSO: We collect diapers! Any size diapers that your child has outgrown can be donated to families in need. J ust bring them to the program and we’ll distribute to local food banks! CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:745@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T140000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/mahjong-meetup-4 SUMMARY:Mahjong Meetup DESCRIPTION:Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun\, relaxed gat hering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfec t for beginners\, this casual\, stress-free environment offers guided inst ruction and plenty of practice time. Whether you're completely new to the game or just looking to sharpen your skills\, come enjoy the challenge and camaraderie of mahjong at the library!\n\nNo experience necessary — all materials provided. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:598@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T163000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162249Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/makerspace-2 SUMMARY:Makerspace DESCRIPTION:Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every W ednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm\, staff will be on hand to assist you w ith any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall\, a programm able robot\, snap circuits\, origami\, pixel art\, ingredients for slime –you name it\, we can make it happen!Please note that the Makerspace is flooded with small parts\, so we do not recommend it for very young childr en. No registration required\, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:684@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T180000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/open-crafting-for-teens-2 SUMMARY:Open Crafting for Teens DESCRIPTION:Every week in the Teen Space\, join Miss Hannah for artistic fu n to challenge your mind and your hands. Participate in a guided craft or use the available materials to make anything you want!\n\nOpen to patrons ages 12-19. No registration required. CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:746@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260902T194500 DTSTAMP:20260815T162251Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/dnl-productions-film-club-3 SUMMARY:DNL Productions Film Club DESCRIPTION:We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps a s an actor\, writer\, director\, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmak er looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen ? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow mov ie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome. CATEGORIES:Adult END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:599@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T113000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162249Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/cantos-y-cuentos-2 SUMMARY:Cantos y Cuentos DESCRIPTION:Every Thursday at 10:30am\, join Señor Bob in our Community Ro om for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs\, listen to stories\, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to pr omote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5\, but all are welco me. No registration required\, but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancellations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:685@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T163000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162250Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/yap-and-snack-for-teens-2 SUMMARY:Yap and Snack for Teens DESCRIPTION:Hang out after school in the Teen Space!Enjoy snacks while watc hing movies or anime\, playing console and PC games\, making crafts\, or j oining a tabletop game. Teens can also earn volunteer hours by helping the Teen Librarian with take-and-make projects.Movies\, anime\, and other vis ual media shown during Yap and Snack will be selected with a goal of stayi ng within a PG–13 rating whenever possible. We encourage parents and gua rdians to be aware that some content may include themes suitable for teens ages 13 and up.No registration required\, but sign up for our Youth Servi ces mailing list to stay in the loop on cancelations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Teens END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:600@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260903T173000 DTSTAMP:20260815T162249Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/tales-and-tunes-2 SUMMARY:Tales and Tunes DESCRIPTION:For children of all ages.Join Brendan in the Children's Room fo r a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books\, movies\, and history with accompanying visuals and live mu sic. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes\, although questions\, comments\, singing along\, and dancing a re certainly welcome!This week's theme is TBD.No sign-up necessary\,  but sign up for our Youth Services mailing list to stay in the loop on cancel lations by clicking here. CATEGORIES:Children END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT UID:2135@derbynecklibrary.org DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260904 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York;VALUE=DATE:20260905 DTSTAMP:20260815T162318Z URL:https://www.derbynecklibrary.org/events/library-closed-on-fridays-3 SUMMARY:LIBRARY CLOSED ON FRIDAYS DESCRIPTION: CATEGORIES:Library Calendar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York X-LIC-LOCATION:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT DTSTART:20260308T030000 TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT END:DAYLIGHT END:VTIMEZONE END:VCALENDAR