The David M. Hunt Library is pleased to announce COLLAGE REDUX!, a vibrant exhibition showcasing the innovative work of artist Ingrid Freidenbergs. The show will run throughout the month of July, with a special artist reception on Saturday, July 12, from 5 to 7 PM and an artist’s talk on Thursday July 24 at 5:30PM.

Freidenbergs’ exhibition is packed with both collages and box constructions that run riot with the intricate layering of found images and objects, textures, and colors – red is prominent in the artist’s visual language. Her approach transforms disparate elements into compelling therapeutic visual storytelling.

Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!

The David M. Hunt Library is pleased to announce COLLAGE REDUX!, a vibrant exhibition showcasing the innovative work of artist Ingrid Freidenbergs. The show will run throughout the month of July, with a special artist reception on Saturday, July 12, from 5 to 7 PM and an artist’s talk on Thursday July 24 at 5:30PM.

Freidenbergs’ exhibition is packed with both collages and box constructions that run riot with the intricate layering of found images and objects, textures, and colors – red is prominent in the artist’s visual language. Her approach transforms disparate elements into compelling therapeutic visual storytelling.

Join the Friends of the David M. Hunt Library for their monthly book sale on the first Saturday of every month from 10 am to 1 pm. New, used, cds, dvds, coffee table books, recent fiction and mystery, children's books- there is something for everyone! All proceeds benefit the library.

Join the Friends of the David M. Hunt Library for their monthly book sale on the first Saturday of every month from 10 am to 1 pm. New, used, cds, dvds, coffee table books, recent fiction and mystery, children's books- there is something for everyone! All proceeds benefit the library.

In August 12 Moons Coffee House will feature Ed Thorney with his stories from life & a soulful harmonica that tells its own tale. 12 Moons is a community-organized, grass-roots, not-for-profit, all volunteer event begun in 2012. It brings people together to enjoy live, local music, poetry, and storytelling. 12 Moons gathers once a month on the first Saturday from 6:30 – 9:00. The format for the evening is open mic followed by a featured performer(s) at 8:00. The setting is intimate and casual with light refreshments or BYOB. Patrons are seated at candle-lit tables, conducive to bringing in dinner to enjoy while listening to live music. The coffee house depends entirely on donations at the door. Sign-up for open mic starts at 6:00pm.

BILL CHARLAP TRIO

Tickets: $50-65, Under 19 Free

Musicmountain.org or 860-824-7126 for tickets and more information

Felix MENDELSSOHN String Quartet in A Minor, Opus 13, "Ist es wahr?" ("Is it true?")

Duke ELLINGTON Cotton Club Stomp

Donald HEYWOOD I'm Coming Virginia

Bix BEIDERBECKE In the Dark

Vincent YOUMANS Tea for Two

Dmitri SHOSTAKOVICH String Quartet #9 in E Flat Major, Opus 117

Tickets: $30-65, Under 19 Free

Musicmountain.org or 860-824-7126 for tickets and more information

Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!

On Tuesday, August 5th at 11 am the David M. Hunt Library will host a discussion of the short story  "Everything in This Country Must" by Colum McCann with Dathalinn O’Dea.  Copies of the story are available online or at the library. O’Dea, who lives in Falls Village, is a Visiting Assistant Professor of English at Marist College with a specialty in modern Irish literature. Copies of the story are available at the library, or it can be found online at https://www.irishamerica.com/2021/09/everything-in-this-country-must/.

Learn the basics of keeping up with your bike at this beginner bike maintenance workshop with Berkshire Bike and Board on August 5th at 2:00pm! Participants will learn how to keep their chain clean, change a flat, and go through a pre-ride checklist to keep their bikes safe and in working order.

 Demo bikes will be available for practice but you can also bring your own. Ages 7+ recommended. Please register for this event here or contact the library.

The Role of Comics in War, Culture and Politics

with Jerry Calabrese

The David M. Hunt Library is pleased to announce COLLAGE REDUX!, a vibrant exhibition showcasing the innovative work of artist Ingrid Freidenbergs. The show will run throughout the month of July, with a special artist reception on Saturday, July 12, from 5 to 7 PM and an artist’s talk on Thursday July 24 at 5:30PM.

Freidenbergs’ exhibition is packed with both collages and box constructions that run riot with the intricate layering of found images and objects, textures, and colors – red is prominent in the artist’s visual language. Her approach transforms disparate elements into compelling therapeutic visual storytelling.

Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!

We’re bringing the dig to the library! Experience paleontology for yourself at our mini fossil dig with REAL fossils to find and identify on August 7th at 3:30pm. Participants will “dig” through sand, rocks, and shells for micro- and small fossils namely from the Miocene era, and work to identify what animal they belonged to while learning more about early life on our planet. Let’s get digging!

Out in the Corner and the David M. Hunt Library are partnering for a LGBTQIA+ game night on the first Thursday of the month, from 5:30-7 pm. Bring your own games, play those provided, or just hang out. Snacks are provided!

The final event on Friday, August 8th at 6 pm will be a community talent show/open mic night. The David M. Hunt Library and the Falls Village Recreation Committee are excited to offer a summer concert series on the lawn of the David M. Hunt Library. The final event on Friday, August 8th at 6 pm will be a community talent show/open mic night.Pack a picnic, bring chairs or a blanket, and join us on the library lawn for music this summer! These events are free and open to the public. 

CHRISTIAN SANDS

Tickets: $50-65, Under 19 Free

Musicmountain.org or 860-824-7126 for tickets and more information

Hugo WOLF Italian Serenade in G Major

Giacomo PUCCINI Chrysanthemums

Antonín DVORÁK String Quartet in F Major, Opus 96, "American"

Franz SCHUBERT String Quartet in D Minor, D. 810, "Death and the Maiden"

Tickets: $30-65, Under 19 Free

Musicmountain.org or 860-824-7126 for tickets and more information

Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!

Join us for Story Time on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 for new books, free play, and fun crafts!

Artist Gail O'Donnell will lead an indigo and clay resist workshop at the David M. Hunt Library on Thursday, August 14th from 2-4 pm. Come Join us as we explore the exciting world of indigo! People have used and been fascinated by indigo for thousands of years. It has influenced art and artists throughout the ages and has been used to color everything from crayons, paint, cosmetics and fabrics. Everyone will leave with two or three flour sack dish cloths they have painted themselves with a special clay paste and then dipped in indigo. No experience necessary, all materials provided. Registration is required for this program as it is limited to twelve participants.

Ready for dessert? Sweeten your day by joining Matt Yanarella with MY Productions CT at the David M. Hunt Library as we hand-make cannoli, a classic Italian dessert, from shell to filling on August 15th at 3:30pm. Register today online or contact the library for more information.

The public is warmly invited to attend the opening reception of DRIFTLINES on Saturday August 16, 5-7PM to meet the artists, painter Heather Neilson and photographer Babs Perkins, and engage with their work exploring the meditative connections between memory, place, premonition, and afterthought.. Refreshments will be served. All sales will benefit both the artists and the library.

DRIFTLINES, a dual exhibition featuring new works by painter Heather Neilson and photographer Babs Perkins, explores the meditative connections between memory, place, premonition, and afterthought. The two artists are local to the Northwest Corner of Connecticut with studios at Whiting Mills in Winsted. DRIFTLINES will be on display through Friday, September 12.

A reception for the artists will take place on Saturday, August 16, 5-7PM and an artist’s talk featuring the two artists in conversation is scheduled for Thursday, September 4 at 5:30PM.