Brighton -- Hamburg -- Hartland -- Howell
Brighton
Sunday Movie at the BDL - Pride and Prejudice
Sunday, March 10 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Room A/Be
Join us for the first event in our 2013 Livingston Reads program schedule. Popcorn and beverages are provided. Drop-In
"When Elizabeth Bennett meets the handsome Mr. Darcy, she believes he is the last man on earth she could ever marry. But as their lives become intertwined in an unexpected adventure, she finds herself captivated by the very person she swore to loathe for all eternity. Based on the beloved masterpiece by Jane Austen, it is the classic tale of love and misunderstanding that sparkles with romance, wit and emotional force." (Carina Chocano, Los Angeles Times).
Brunch Bunch Book Discussion - Livingston Reads 2013
Tuesday, March 12 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Location: Conference Room
Join us for our newest adult book discussion group. Bring your appetite and thoughts about this month's book selection. Registration can be done, and copies can be reserved, via phone or at the Reference Desk. March's title is the 2013 Livingston Reads selection, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.
Adult Craft
Monday, March 25 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Conference Room
Join us to create a hand-made cameo necklace. Craft is limited to 12 participants. Registration begins Monday, March 12 at the reference desk or by calling 810-229-6571 x227.
A Jane Austen Tea
Wednesday, March 27 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Room A/B
Hosted by Barb Gulley of Barb’s TEA Shop in Troy. Enjoy some tea (feel free to bring your favorite china cup) as Gulley discusses the historical significance of tea and other Regency period influences in Austen’s life and literature. She’ll share how Austen procured her tea, what type of teas were available, how she prepared it, and the social customs surrounding her life and those of her characters. Registration begins Wednesday, March 13 at the reference desk or by calling 810-229-6571 x227.
If You Liked the Movie, You’ll Love the Book: Austen’s Stories in Fact and Film
Tuesday, April 2 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Room A/B
Presented by Barbara Adler. Most film versions of Jane Austen’s novels, while delightful to watch, lack faithfulness to her intentions, characterizations, and narrative style. What are the differences between Austen’s novels and their film adaptations? Registration begins Tuesday, March 19 at the reference desk or by calling 810-229-6571 x227.
Sunday Movie at the BDL - Becoming Jane
Sunday, April 7 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Room A/B
Join us for the second movie in our 2013 Livingston Reads program schedule. Popcorn and beverages are provided. Drop-In
It is the untold romance that inspired the novels of one of the world's most celebrated authors. When the dashing Tom Lefroy, a reckless and penniless lawyer-to-be, enters Jane's life, he offends the emerging writer's sense and sensibility. Soon their clashing egos set off sparks that ignite a passionate romance and fuel Jane's dream of doing the unthinkable--marrying for love.
The History of English Country Dance
Wednesday, April 24 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Location: Reading Room
Join us as Glen Morningstar Jr. provides the history of English country dance. Listen to music from the Regency era and watch as dancers perform and engage audience members! This program is sure to be the talk of the town! Drop-in
Hamburg
Women in the 1820s: England to America
Tuesday, March 12, 6:30pm
This local history even will be presented by historian Suzanne Hines. She will discuss society through the eyes of the Brits. Explaining how immigration to the U.S. (and eventually to the Midwest) had an impact on the traditions and culture of the pioneer women in the Hamburg area. Suzanne will be wearing period clothing of the era. Artifacts of genteel poverty will be on display.
Pride & Prejudice Tea Party
Thursday, March 14, 12:00pm
You are cordially invited to attend a tea party promoting gently living, good manners adn landed gentry. While having tea you will taste morsels of the early 19th century and partake in small talk just as Elizabeth Bennett would have in Pride & Prejudice.
Pride & Prejudice
Wednesday, March 20, 6:30pm
George Stewart, a presenter of classic English literature courses, will lead a discussion of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice. Why do we continue to read this novel 200 years after it was written? Why is it still relevant in the 21st centruy? Join us to find out.
Pride & Prejudice Evening Book Discussion
Wednesday, March 27, 6:00pm
Enjoy an evening of discussion and tasty Regency-era treats to celebrate the Livingston Reads 2013 title.
Pride & Prejudice (1980 BBC - Movie)
Wednesday, April 10, 1:00pm
Run Time: 4 hrs., 25 mins.
Genie will facilitate a discussion following the movie.
Pride & Prejudice (1995 - Movie)
Wednesday, April 17, 1:00pm
Run Time: 5 hrs.
Genie will facilitate a discussion following the movie.
Pride & Prejudice (2006 - Movie)
Wednesday, April 24, 1:00pm
Run Time: 2 hrs., 9 mins.
Genie will facilitate a discussion following the movie.
Hartland
Continuing Jane: Exploring Fan Fiction Based on the Novels of Jane Austen
Monday, March 4 at 6:30 pm
If you love Jane Austen's world, her twisty plots, romantic settings and
handsome heroes, join us for this overview of Austen-loving authors and
the surprising (and scary!) adventures they've written for her beloved
cast of characters. Register - Village.
"I Write Only for Fame"—Jane Austen's Novels with Dr. Barbara Adler
Wednesday, March 6 at 6:30 pm
Jane Austen authority, Dr. Barbara Adler, discusses the growing
popularity of Jane Austen's novels, helping us understand why, after 200
years, Pride and Prejudice is still so loved by so many. Register - Village.
Comfy Café Cinema—Austen’s Best Stories to Films
Mondays at 3:00 pm, March 11, March 18, and March 25
Join us in Kahuna’s Comfy Café for three more of the best of Jane
Austen’s stories turned into films. Drop-in – Off-site.
Journal Like Jane—and Then Some!
Monday, March 11 at 6:30 pm
Join expert arts journalist Carol Berger for a return of our
journal-making workshop. Jane Austen and her characters, men included!,
journaled often. Carol will help us create journals which, even without
our thoughts, are beautiful and enticing to hold. $5.00 materials fee;
pay at class. Register - Village.
The Great Foodini Renee Chodkowski as Regency Chef!
Wednesday, March 13 at 6:30 pm
Join the talented Renee Chodkowski as she shares foods of the Regency
period, when it was nearly ALL local foods. Register - Village.
Livingston Reads: Liberty Lakes Fencing Club Demonstration
Thursday, March 14 at 6:30 pm
Liberty Lakes Fencing Club members come to demonstrate one of the
Regency period pastimes for men--fencing. This sport of grace is more
than 200 years old and requires strategy, agility and skill. Learn more!
Register - Village.
Howell
The Art of Tea presented by Mary Heikkinen and Renee Chodkowski (The Great Foodini)
Wednesday March 20 at 7pm
Learn about the Art of Tea from our local celebrity experts, Mary Heikkinen and Renee Chodkowski as they demonstrate the various varieties and presentations of tea.
Sample some of the traditional and more unique offerings. Feel free to bring your favorite china cup!
Contact the Reference Desk (517-546-0720 x106) to make your reservations!
Pride & Prejudice – xTreme Book Talk with Jodi Valenti (PartyNV) Featuring Pride & Prejudice Dessert Table
Wednesday, April 17 at 7pm
Passion never gets old!
Prepare by reading Pride & Prejudice for the 1st or the 3rd time.
Branch out to a more contemporary title (such as the Wild & Wanton series or Pride & Prejudice and Zombies!#?!)
Top it off by joining Jodi’s discussion of Pride & Prejudice and its assorted incarnations while enjoying her creatively yummy interpretation via her fabulous dessert table!
Contact the Reference Desk (517-546-0720 x106) to make your reservations!
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Sponsored by Friends of the Howell Carnegie District Library in memory of Mary Goestch.
Pride & Prejudice Book Discussion at Home
Hold your own book discussion by checking out one of our Book Club kits. Each kit includes multiple copies of the book, book discussion questions and background information. Check our catalog for availability, www.hcdlils.howelllibrary.org
Brighton -- Hamburg -- Hartland -- Howell
Brighton
Sunday, March 10 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Room A/Be
Join us for the first event in our 2013 Livingston Reads program schedule. Popcorn and beverages are provided. Drop-In
"When Elizabeth Bennett meets the handsome Mr. Darcy, she believes he is the last man on earth she could ever marry. But as their lives become intertwined in an unexpected adventure, she finds herself captivated by the very person she swore to loathe for all eternity. Based on the beloved masterpiece by Jane Austen, it is the classic tale of love and misunderstanding that sparkles with romance, wit and emotional force." (Carina Chocano, Los Angeles Times).
Tuesday, March 12 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Location: Conference Room
Join us for our newest adult book discussion group. Bring your appetite and thoughts about this month's book selection. Registration can be done, and copies can be reserved, via phone or at the Reference Desk. March's title is the 2013 Livingston Reads selection, Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austen.
Monday, March 25 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Conference Room
Join us to create a hand-made cameo necklace. Craft is limited to 12 participants. Registration begins Monday, March 12 at the reference desk or by calling 810-229-6571 x227.
Wednesday, March 27 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Room A/B
Hosted by Barb Gulley of Barb’s TEA Shop in Troy. Enjoy some tea (feel free to bring your favorite china cup) as Gulley discusses the historical significance of tea and other Regency period influences in Austen’s life and literature. She’ll share how Austen procured her tea, what type of teas were available, how she prepared it, and the social customs surrounding her life and those of her characters. Registration begins Wednesday, March 13 at the reference desk or by calling 810-229-6571 x227.
Tuesday, April 2 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Room A/B
Presented by Barbara Adler. Most film versions of Jane Austen’s novels, while delightful to watch, lack faithfulness to her intentions, characterizations, and narrative style. What are the differences between Austen’s novels and their film adaptations? Registration begins Tuesday, March 19 at the reference desk or by calling 810-229-6571 x227.
Sunday, April 7 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Room A/B
Join us for the second movie in our 2013 Livingston Reads program schedule. Popcorn and beverages are provided. Drop-In
It is the untold romance that inspired the novels of one of the world's most celebrated authors. When the dashing Tom Lefroy, a reckless and penniless lawyer-to-be, enters Jane's life, he offends the emerging writer's sense and sensibility. Soon their clashing egos set off sparks that ignite a passionate romance and fuel Jane's dream of doing the unthinkable--marrying for love.
Wednesday, April 24 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm Location: Reading Room
Join us as Glen Morningstar Jr. provides the history of English country dance. Listen to music from the Regency era and watch as dancers perform and engage audience members! This program is sure to be the talk of the town! Drop-in
Hamburg
Tuesday, March 12, 6:30pm
This local history even will be presented by historian Suzanne Hines. She will discuss society through the eyes of the Brits. Explaining how immigration to the U.S. (and eventually to the Midwest) had an impact on the traditions and culture of the pioneer women in the Hamburg area. Suzanne will be wearing period clothing of the era. Artifacts of genteel poverty will be on display.
Thursday, March 14, 12:00pm
You are cordially invited to attend a tea party promoting gently living, good manners adn landed gentry. While having tea you will taste morsels of the early 19th century and partake in small talk just as Elizabeth Bennett would have in Pride & Prejudice.
Wednesday, March 20, 6:30pm
George Stewart, a presenter of classic English literature courses, will lead a discussion of Jane Austen's Pride & Prejudice. Why do we continue to read this novel 200 years after it was written? Why is it still relevant in the 21st centruy? Join us to find out.
Wednesday, March 27, 6:00pm
Enjoy an evening of discussion and tasty Regency-era treats to celebrate the Livingston Reads 2013 title.
Wednesday, April 10, 1:00pm
Run Time: 4 hrs., 25 mins.
Genie will facilitate a discussion following the movie.
Wednesday, April 17, 1:00pm
Run Time: 5 hrs.
Genie will facilitate a discussion following the movie.
Wednesday, April 24, 1:00pm
Run Time: 2 hrs., 9 mins.
Genie will facilitate a discussion following the movie.
Hartland
Monday, March 4 at 6:30 pm
If you love Jane Austen's world, her twisty plots, romantic settings and
handsome heroes, join us for this overview of Austen-loving authors and
the surprising (and scary!) adventures they've written for her beloved
cast of characters. Register - Village.
Wednesday, March 6 at 6:30 pm
Jane Austen authority, Dr. Barbara Adler, discusses the growing
popularity of Jane Austen's novels, helping us understand why, after 200
years, Pride and Prejudice is still so loved by so many. Register - Village.
Mondays at 3:00 pm, March 11, March 18, and March 25
Join us in Kahuna’s Comfy Café for three more of the best of Jane
Austen’s stories turned into films. Drop-in – Off-site.
Monday, March 11 at 6:30 pm
Join expert arts journalist Carol Berger for a return of our
journal-making workshop. Jane Austen and her characters, men included!,
journaled often. Carol will help us create journals which, even without
our thoughts, are beautiful and enticing to hold. $5.00 materials fee;
pay at class. Register - Village.
Wednesday, March 13 at 6:30 pm
Join the talented Renee Chodkowski as she shares foods of the Regency
period, when it was nearly ALL local foods. Register - Village.
Thursday, March 14 at 6:30 pm
Liberty Lakes Fencing Club members come to demonstrate one of the Regency period pastimes for men--fencing. This sport of grace is more than 200 years old and requires strategy, agility and skill. Learn more! Register - Village.
Howell
Wednesday March 20 at 7pm
Learn about the Art of Tea from our local celebrity experts, Mary Heikkinen and Renee Chodkowski as they demonstrate the various varieties and presentations of tea.
Sample some of the traditional and more unique offerings. Feel free to bring your favorite china cup!
Contact the Reference Desk (517-546-0720 x106) to make your reservations!
Wednesday, April 17 at 7pm
Passion never gets old!
Prepare by reading Pride & Prejudice for the 1st or the 3rd time.
Branch out to a more contemporary title (such as the Wild & Wanton series or Pride & Prejudice and Zombies!#?!)
Top it off by joining Jodi’s discussion of Pride & Prejudice and its assorted incarnations while enjoying her creatively yummy interpretation via her fabulous dessert table!
Contact the Reference Desk (517-546-0720 x106) to make your reservations!
*************
Sponsored by Friends of the Howell Carnegie District Library in memory of Mary Goestch.
Hold your own book discussion by checking out one of our Book Club kits. Each kit includes multiple copies of the book, book discussion questions and background information. Check our catalog for availability, www.hcdlils.howelllibrary.org