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For more information or to register for programs, stop by the library, call 860-668-3896, check suffield–library.org or follow us on Facebook. All of our programs are free! Most of our programs are funded by The Friends of the Kent Memorial Library.
The PCB abatement grit-blasting work at the library was concluded near the end of November. Ceilings and floors have been cleared of the coatings and adhesives that were the suspected sources of airborne PCB contamination discovered in tests at the end of 2015.
The Kent Memorial Library received a grant from the American Library Association in partnership with Citizen Film and the National Writing Project to host a series of programs which will be community conversations centered around American Creed, a PBS documentary that invites audiences to consider what America’s ideals and identity ought to be.
Additional funding for the programs is provided by The Friends of the Kent Memorial Library. In the documentary, former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, Pulitzer Prize-winning historian David M. Kennedy, civic entrepreneur Eric Liu, moveon.org founder Joan Blades, Tea Party Patriots founder Mark Meckler, Chicago Cubs Manager Joe Maddon and other citizen-activists come together from remarkably different perspectives to explore the idea of a unifying American creed.
Entering another room, we sometimes ask, “Why did I come in here?” Usually finding an answer, we go on our way.
Work Your Body… Relax Your Mind
Bay Path University Occupational Therapy students are back with a program designed just for us. This weekly series begins February 7 and will include exercise and strengthening groups focusing on balance and fall prevention while incorporating relaxation techniques and breathing strategies.
Cupid’s arrows will fly for the 32nd year in a row, as the Friends of Suffield organization again hosts its popular Senior Valentine Social for local seniors. This year’s “sweet” event will feature a delicious lasagna dinner, with all the tasty trimmings – along with bingo, door prizes and the traditional crowning of the King and Queen.
Suffield seniors are invited to join the festivities on Saturday, February 9, from 11:30 a.m. – 2 p.m., at the Suffield Senior Center on Bridge Street.
The Music on High community music program is excited to present Calliope Brass and their special children’s program, What’s Your Story? (WYS), on Sunday, February 10, 2 p.m. at First Church of Christ, Suffield.
A benefit concert to support Dr. Peter Coombs’ mission to Haiti will take place at Sacred Heart Church on Sunday, February 17 at 4 p.m. Dr. Coombs travels to Haiti each year to provide dental services to people who otherwise have no dental care and live mainly in poor rural areas. The concert will feature baritone Cleveland Williams, soprano Margaret Beers and pianist Stacy Cahoon.
February 4,11,18,25 – Qi Gong Class, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. in the Chapel, $10 per class- an exercise system similar to Tai Chi. February 6,13,20,27 – Bible Study, 10 a.m., Ebenezer Gay Room, Christianity & World Religions $11 for the book.
John LeDoux Jr. of Enfield was installed as the new Worshipful Master of the Masons, Composite Lodge #28. John’s Masonic background includes being a member of Melha Shriners, Hadji Unit, and Valley of Hartford AASR 32 degree.