BOOK GROUPS
The Library currently supports and hosts several book groups. If you would like information about current groups, or if you are interested in starting a new group, contact Ann Cloonan at acloonan@bedfordfreelibrary.org
Need help choosing a title for your group to read – try this website.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, August 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, August 21
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, August 27
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, August 28
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, September 3
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, September 4
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, September 10
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, September 11
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Botanical Art Workshop
Monday, September 14
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This three class workshop will focus on the foundations of
drawing and painting botanical subjects, from finding basic
shapes and defining accurate anatomy, to building value
through color.
Must commit to all sessions.
Women & Money
Wednesday, September 16
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
August 12
September 16
October 14
November 4
December 9
Join us for How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets presented by Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone.
Hosted by Darien Library
Bios:
Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, Julia was a vice president and private banker for BankBoston’s Private Bank for 7 years, responsible for asset management and trust services. Previously, Julia worked in marketing for 9 years with Merrill. Julia has a BA from Ohio State University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Julia has appeared on the CNBC show “Power Lunch,” CBS “This Morning,” WGCH’s “Women in Business,” in addition to featured articles in USA Today.
Liz Maccarone, CRPC®, SE-AWMA™
Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
Liz joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. Liz works closely with high-net-worth individuals and their families to create personalized and comprehensive strategies that support their goals, including investment management, retirement planning, liability management, and multigenerational planning. Liz values the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with families including the next generation.
Liz graduated from Fairfield University with a dual bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing. She began her career working at a boutique investment firm as a Business Development Associate, specializing in commodities and futures.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, September 17
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, September 18
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Botanical Art Workshop
Monday, September 21
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This three class workshop will focus on the foundations of
drawing and painting botanical subjects, from finding basic
shapes and defining accurate anatomy, to building value
through color.
Must commit to all sessions.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, September 24
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, September 25
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Botanical Art Workshop
Monday, September 28
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
This three class workshop will focus on the foundations of
drawing and painting botanical subjects, from finding basic
shapes and defining accurate anatomy, to building value
through color.
Must commit to all sessions.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, October 1
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, October 2
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, October 8
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, October 9
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Women & Money
Wednesday, October 14
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
June 17
July 15
August 12
September 16
October 14
November 4
December 9
Join us for How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets presented by Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone.
Hosted by Darien Library
Bios:
Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, Julia was a vice president and private banker for BankBoston’s Private Bank for 7 years, responsible for asset management and trust services. Previously, Julia worked in marketing for 9 years with Merrill. Julia has a BA from Ohio State University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Julia has appeared on the CNBC show “Power Lunch,” CBS “This Morning,” WGCH’s “Women in Business,” in addition to featured articles in USA Today.
Liz Maccarone, CRPC®, SE-AWMA™
Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
Liz joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. Liz works closely with high-net-worth individuals and their families to create personalized and comprehensive strategies that support their goals, including investment management, retirement planning, liability management, and multigenerational planning. Liz values the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with families including the next generation.
Liz graduated from Fairfield University with a dual bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing. She began her career working at a boutique investment firm as a Business Development Associate, specializing in commodities and futures.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, October 15
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, October 16
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, October 22
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, October 23
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, October 29
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, October 30
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Women & Money
Wednesday, November 4
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
June 17
July 15
August 12
September 16
October 14
November 4
December 9
Join us for How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets presented by Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone.
Hosted by Darien Library
Bios:
Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, Julia was a vice president and private banker for BankBoston’s Private Bank for 7 years, responsible for asset management and trust services. Previously, Julia worked in marketing for 9 years with Merrill. Julia has a BA from Ohio State University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Julia has appeared on the CNBC show “Power Lunch,” CBS “This Morning,” WGCH’s “Women in Business,” in addition to featured articles in USA Today.
Liz Maccarone, CRPC®, SE-AWMA™
Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
Liz joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. Liz works closely with high-net-worth individuals and their families to create personalized and comprehensive strategies that support their goals, including investment management, retirement planning, liability management, and multigenerational planning. Liz values the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with families including the next generation.
Liz graduated from Fairfield University with a dual bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing. She began her career working at a boutique investment firm as a Business Development Associate, specializing in commodities and futures.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, November 5
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, November 6
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, November 12
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, November 13
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Thursday Drop-In Mahjong
Thursday, November 19
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, November 20
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Friday Drop-In Mahjong
Friday, November 27
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Looking to connect with other players to spend a few hours of game play? Join in this friendly, low-key Mahjong play! Perfect for those who already know the game with all levels welcome. This is NOT an instructional program! There is no need to commit to every week, just register and join when you want to play. Players must bring their own National Mahjong card to the session.
Women & Money
Wednesday, December 9
1:00 pm
Wednesdays @ 1pm via Zoom
June 17
July 15
August 12
September 16
October 14
November 4
December 9
Join us for How to Make Sense of Today’s Financial Markets presented by Julia Strayer and Liz Maccarone.
Hosted by Darien Library
Bios:
Julia Strayer, CPWA®, CIMA®, CRPC®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Prior to joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2000, Julia was a vice president and private banker for BankBoston’s Private Bank for 7 years, responsible for asset management and trust services. Previously, Julia worked in marketing for 9 years with Merrill. Julia has a BA from Ohio State University and an MBA from New York University’s Stern School of Business. Julia has appeared on the CNBC show “Power Lunch,” CBS “This Morning,” WGCH’s “Women in Business,” in addition to featured articles in USA Today.
Liz Maccarone, CRPC®, SE-AWMA™
Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
Liz joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. Liz works closely with high-net-worth individuals and their families to create personalized and comprehensive strategies that support their goals, including investment management, retirement planning, liability management, and multigenerational planning. Liz values the importance of establishing and cultivating relationships with families including the next generation.
Liz graduated from Fairfield University with a dual bachelor’s degree in Finance and Marketing. She began her career working at a boutique investment firm as a Business Development Associate, specializing in commodities and futures.