http://news.prlog.org/us,connecticut,litchfield/Litchfield - Connecticut - United States - Latest News (Press Releases) - Read news before it's newsen-us3600 http://www.prlog.org/12142990-dublin-in-song-and-story-musical-performance-with-tom-ocarroll.htmlIn this lively program, Tom O’Carroll will entertain the audience with captivating tales and rousing traditional songs of his native Dublin. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Thursday, June 6, 2013 from 7:00- 8:30 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12136562-american-canopy-trees-forests-and-the-making-of-nation-book-signing-with-author-eric-rutkow.htmlCome and meet author Eric Rutkow at the Oliver Wolcott Library for an intriguing discussion and book signing on Thursday, May 30, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12128637-my-father-humming-book-signing-and-discussion-with-author-jonathan-gillman.htmlCome and meet author and poet Jonathan Gillman at the Oliver Wolcott Library for an intriguing discussion and book signing of his moving series of poems on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12123456-new-york-times-wine-critic-and-author-eric-asimov-coming-to-the-oliver-wolcott-library.htmlCome and meet Eric Asimov, the celebrated New York Times wine critic and author of How to Love Wine at the Oliver Wolcott Library for an intriguing discussion and book signing on Thursday, May 9, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12123366-spring-into-reading-book-talk-with-the-oliver-wolcott-library-staff.htmlSpring Into Reading at the Oliver Wolcott Library! This book talk will feature more than thirty books including many recently published favorites as well as some overlooked gems. Monday, May 6, 2013 from 2:00- 3:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12119855-oliver-wolcott-library-art-gallery-along-the-line-paintings-by-jennifer-sabella.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is delighted to exhibit the acrylic paintings by Jennifer Sabella in the art gallery from May 1, 2013 through June 28, 2013. The opening reception is on Thursday, May 2, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12106608-genealogy-resources-online-with-sheila-lafferty.htmlIn this presentation, Sheila Lafferty will teach you how to begin as well as expand your family history by using Ancestry.com, FamilySearch.org, and HeritageQuest.com. http://www.prlog.org/12106466-theyre-reading-in-litchfield.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library reports another banner-year in book circulation for adults and children. http://www.prlog.org/12092499-live-musical-performance-by-tracy-walton-at-the-oliver-wolcott-library.htmlThrough Tracy Walton's songs and music, you will find yourself on a porch with Johnny Cash, at a protest with Bob Dylan, and in love with the Beatles. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Wednesday, March 20, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12086854-the-garden-in-autumn-slide-presentation-with-mary-ann-mcgourty.htmlIn this slide presentation Mary Ann McGourty will look at life beyond potted chrysanthemums and show you how to maximize your autumn display. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Thursday, March 14, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12084123-our-pets-world-from-thunderstorms-to-well-being-with-janet-marlow.htmlJanet Marlow strives to help make animals feel safe and connected to their environments. Her music for pets is scientifically proven to put animals at ease. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Tuesday, March 5, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12082988-oliver-wolcott-library-art-gallery-botanical-illustrations-by-betsy-roger-knox.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is delighted to exhibit the botanical illustrations by Betsy Roger-Knox in the art gallery from March 3, 2013 through April 26, 2013. The opening reception is on Thursday, March 21, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12079542-got-photos-home-movies-and-memorabilia-get-organized-with-michelle-nahom.htmlIn this presentation, Michelle Nahom will address how to preserve old home movies, photographs, slides, and family memorabilia with her ABC method of photo organizing at the Oliver Wolcott Library on Tuesday, February 26, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12073783-litchfield-bancorps-jane-vannini-chosen-as-volunteer-of-the-year.htmlJane Vannini was named 2012 Volunteer of the Year by United Way of Northwest CT for her outstanding and continued service. http://www.prlog.org/12072811-innocent-eye-passionate-look-at-contemporary-art-with-author-patricia-rosoff.htmlAward-winning journalist, artist, and educator Patricia Rosoff offers a first-hand tour of the ideas and approaches that fuel the art and the artists of today. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Thursday, February 21, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12070196-maura-malo-of-litchfield-bancorp-chosen-as-new-leader-in-banking.htmlMaura Malo, Litchfield Bancorp was selected as a New Leader in Banking. The CT Bankers Association award recognizes banking professionals who are rising stars in the industry and have made a significant contribution to their institution or community. http://www.prlog.org/12064433-valentines-day-seminar-celebrating-love-and-chocolate-with-kim-larkin-and-kelly-ferreira.htmlA sweet time will be had by all in this fun and informative seminar that promises to tempt the senses and explore the origins of Valentine's Day and chocolate. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Wednesday, February 6, 2013 from 7:30- 8:30 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12061538-blind-spots-the-ultimate-guide-to-love-in-the-dark-with-author-georgene-summers.htmlIn "Blind Spots" author Georgene Summers offers help with the world of online dating: finding love and keeping it: changing your perceptions and changing your life. At the Oliver Wolcott Library on Thursday, January 31, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12059743-oliver-wolcott-library-art-gallery-mixed-media-litchfield-public-schools.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is delighted to have the Litchfield Public School mixed media artwork on display in the art gallery from January 30, 2013 through February 27, 2013. The opening reception is on Thursday, February 7, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12055364-an-evening-of-classical-guitar-with-neal-fitzpatrick.htmlIn this concert Neal will enhance the audiences' musical appreciation with his extraordinary talent and majestic music on Tuesday, January 22, 2013 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library. http://www.prlog.org/12049425-good-bones-great-pieces-book-discussion-with-authors-suzanne-and-lauren-mcgrath.htmlMaking a home is a lifelong pursuit that should have seven essential pieces of furniture that will always be stylish and can live in almost any room. Good Bones, Great Pieces is a wonderfully inspiring book filled with affordable decorating tips. http://www.prlog.org/12045338-oliver-wolcott-library-art-gallery-mixed-media-litchfield-montessori-school.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is delighted to have the Litchfield Montessori mixed media artwork on display in the art gallery from January 2, 2013 through January 25, 2013. The opening reception is on Thursday, January 3, 2013 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/12036569-great-holiday-gift-oliver-wolcott-library-announces-add-book-program.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library announces a new program called Add a Book. All Add a Book donations support the Library’s book budget and include a beautiful gift card that makes the perfect stocking stuffer or hostess gift for the holiday season http://www.prlog.org/12035730-mesa-announces-eddie-hollenbeck-as-director-of-design-and-digital.htmlMesa is pleased to announce that Eddie Hollenbeck has joined the agency as Director of Design and Digital. http://www.prlog.org/12031639-christmas-carol-staged-radio-play-with-peter-tavino-and-friends.htmlRing in the holidays with Peter Tavino and Friends as they perform a staged radio performance of Charles Dicken’s classic "A Christmas Carol" at the Oliver Wolcott Library. http://www.prlog.org/12026571-celtic-harp-performance-with-marcie-swift.htmlAudience members will experience first hand the soothing tones of Marcie Swift's Celtic Reverie harp as she plays a wide range of beautiful music at the Oliver Wolcott Library on Wednesday, December 5, 2012 from 7:00- 8:00 pm. http://www.prlog.org/12007962-mrs-queen-takes-the-train-book-talk-with-author-william-kuhn.htmlMrs. Queen Takes the Train is the delightful debut novel by author William Kuhn that goes beneath the rigid formality of the British monarchy to reveal the human heart of the woman at its center. http://www.prlog.org/12007952-connecticut-yankee-in-king-arthurs-court-book-discussion-and-lecture-with-dr-kerry-driscoll.htmlDr. Kerry Driscoll will lead a book discussion and lecture on Mark Twain’s timeless novel, A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court from 7:00- 8:15 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library on Wednesday, November 7, 2012. http://www.prlog.org/12002164-oliver-wolcott-library-art-gallery-furry-point-of-view-drawings-by-elizabeth-wolff.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is delighted to have Elizabeth Wolff's mixed media drawings in the Art Gallery from November 1, 2012 through December 28, 2012. The opening reception is on Thursday, November 1, 2012 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/11999968-litchfield-montessori-middle-school-at-millstream-farm-holds-open-house.htmlLitchfield Montessori Middle School at Millstream Farm will hold an open house Sunday, October 21st from 1:00pm to 3:00pm. http://www.prlog.org/11996507-the-art-of-the-sale-conversation-with-author-philip-delves-broughton.htmlSales plays a part in everything we do. Author Philip Delves Broughton will uncover the most human aspects of the sales industry and how the art of the sale is also the business of life. http://www.prlog.org/11992473-litchfield-montessori-school-holds-annual-fall-festival.htmlFall Festival to be held by Litchfield Montessori School October 13th 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11982591-the-oliver-wolcott-library-welcomes-new-officers-and-trustees.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library welcomes two new trustees and a new slate of officers elected at its annual meeting and subsequent board meeting. 2012- 2013 Board includes new officers John Boyd as President and Alan Cohen as Vice President. http://www.prlog.org/11982410-new-englands-other-witch-hunt-the-hartford-crisis-of-the-1660s-with-dr-walter-woodward.htmlCome and join Dr. Walter Woodward as he brings the events surrounding Hartford’s terrifying and deadly witch panic to life on Thursday, October 11, 2012 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library in Litchfield, Connecticut. http://www.prlog.org/11976637-the-adventures-of-huckleberry-finn-book-discussion-and-lecture-with-dr-kerry-driscoll.htmlDr. Kerry Driscoll will lead a book discussion and lecture on Mark Twain’s timeless novel, The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn from 7:00- 8:15 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library on Wednesday, October 3, 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11971215-an-evening-of-jazz-guitar-with-the-rich-goldstein-duo.htmlCome and join Hartford based guitarist Rich Goldstein as he performs a mix of American songbook standards, jazz classics, and modern compositions within an intimate duo setting at the Oliver Wolcott Library on September 25, 2012 from 7:00- 8:30 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/11966372-the-conundrum-conversation-with-author-david-owen.htmlThe Conundrum is an insightful nonfiction narrative filled with fascinating information and anecdotes that takes you through the history of energy, our quest for efficiency and the environment. http://www.prlog.org/11959154-the-adventures-of-tom-sawyer-book-discussion-and-lecture-with-dr-kerry-driscoll.htmlDr. Kerry Driscoll will lead a book discussion and lecture on Mark Twain’s timeless novel, The Adventures of Tom Sawyer from 7:00- 8:15 p.m. at the Oliver Wolcott Library on Wednesday, September 5, 2012. http://www.prlog.org/11950777-oliver-wolcott-library-art-gallery-botanical-watercolors-by-molly-oneill-lally.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is delighted to present Molly O'Neill-Lally's "Botanical Watercolors" in the Art Gallery from August 28, 2012 through October 26, 2012. The opening reception is on Thursday, September 6 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/11945445-the-resistance-conversation-with-author-peter-steiner.htmlThe Resistance is the fourth novel in the Louis Morgon Thriller series. Detective Louis Morgon finds evidence hidden under the floor of his house of a long-ago massacre of the town’s resisters and inadvertently unleashes a firestorm of danger. http://www.prlog.org/11937520-poe-live-dramatic-reading-and-performance-with-campbell-lou-harmon.htmlCome and join Campbell “Lou” Harmon as he brings the great Edgar Allan Poe to life with his dramatic readings of "The Tell Tale Heart" and "The Raven" at the Oliver Wolcott Library on Tuesday, August 14, 2012 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/11934189-the-fiery-trial-abraham-lincoln-and-american-slavery-with-author-eric-foner.htmlThe Fiery Trial is an insightful and powerful book about Abraham Lincoln and his emergence to become one of the nation’s greatest presidents who fully embraced the rights and freedoms of African American's as U.S. Citizens. http://www.prlog.org/11928260-oliver-wolcott-library-art-gallery-favorite-places-mixed-media-by-marilyn-davis-hardy.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is excited to have Marilyn Davis Hardy's "Favorite Places" Mixed Media Show in the Art Gallery from July 31, 2012 through August 24, 2012. The opening reception is on Thursday, August 2, from 5:00-7:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/11919670-the-quest-for-the-eastern-cougar-extinction-or-survival-with-robert-tougias.htmlNature writer Robert Tougias journeys deep into the world of the cougar and into the reasoning of those that believe this powerful predator exists east of the Mississippi and those that do not. http://www.prlog.org/11919411-wowbrary-comes-to-the-oliver-wolcott-library.htmlOliver Wolcott Library introduces a new service: “Wowbrary.” Wowbrary is a unique service that sends out an email or RSS feed alerting patrons of the Library’s newest items each week. http://www.prlog.org/11908668-nypd-confidential-book-discussion-with-author-leonard-levitt.htmlThe New York City Police Department is an agency that has proven to be capable of tremendous acts of bravery and the most heinous abuses of corruption and brutality. Mr. Levitt chronicles the power struggles that have damaged the NYPD reputation. http://www.prlog.org/11908612-from-jazz-to-soul-an-evening-with-rhonda-dent.htmlCome and join Rhonda Denèt on a musical journey from a time when the “First Lady of Song” Ella Fitzgerald graced the stage. At the Oliver Wolcott Library in Litchfield, Connecticut on Tuesday, July 10, 2012 from 7:00- 8:00 p.m. http://www.prlog.org/11905110-margret-warner-graduates-from-prestigious-aba-stonier-graduate-school-of-banking.htmlLitchfield Bancorp is proud to announce that Margret Warner, Assistant Vice-President, Business Development Officer and Branch Manager of the Litchfield office, has graduated with honors from the ABA Stonier Graduate School of Banking. http://www.prlog.org/11904939-connecticut-marketing-groups-merge-to-form-mesa-new-marketing-agency.htmlPrincipals of In-House Marketing, LLC and i3 Convergence Marketing Aiming New Agency’s Services to Mid-Size-to-Enterprise Clients in Conn. and the NY Metro Area http://www.prlog.org/11903994-in-the-art-gallery-mixed-media-by-mary-hawvermale-and-banjie-nicholas.htmlThe Oliver Wolcott Library is excited to have Mary Hawvermale and Banjie Nicholas "All Natural" Mixed Media Show in the Art Gallery from July 3, 2012 through July 27, 2012. The opening reception is on Thursday, July 5, from 5:00-7:00 p.m.