Ongoing and upcoming events at the library
YORK VILLAGE - When it comes to events, March is coming in to the York Public Library like a lion.TAKE A STAND FOR HEMLOCKS
Register by next Friday, March 9, for a full-day workshop entitled "Citizen Scientist Survey for Detection of Hemlock Woolly Adelgid." The workshop will be held on Saturday, March 17, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., and is given by the Maine Forest Service for members of the community who are interested in completing an annual survey for the presence of hemlock woolly adelgid in an adopted hemlock stand. The survey is done at the convenience of the individual volunteer, and would take approximately a half-day to one full day in the hemlock stand each year. Participation is limited to 30 people. Pre-registration is required by March 9. For more information, contact Allison Kanoti at 287-3147or visit www.maine.gov/doc/mfs/fhm/downloads/tas_writeup07.pdf.
YORK READS EVENTS
A Brown Bag Lunch showing of "Southbounders" will be held March 6 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Experience life on the Appalachian Trail like never before as you follow Olivia (Amy Cale Peterson) on her journey from Mount Katahdin in Maine to Springer Mountain in Georgia. "Southbounders" was written, directed and produced by Ben Wagner, who grew up in the Seacoast and hiked the 2,170-mile Appalachian Trail as a "southbounder" himself. The Official Selection of the Los Angeles Film Festival 2005, this movie is a touching story of solitude and perseverance. Parental discretion is advised.
"Historic Walking Paths and Back Roads" will be held on March 13 from noon to 1:30 p.m. York native and avid local historian Ron Nowell will discuss the evolution of so-called "Indian paths" into public usage by the colonists, both along the coastal shore and across the Common Lands woods. Some maps and town of York records will be utilized in the discussion.
The film "2000 Miles to Maine" will be shown on March 20 from noon to 1:30 p.m. Inspired by Bill Bryson's "A Walk in the Woods," director Douglas Morse - son of a York family - and producer Heidi Estes traveled to the southern terminus of the Appalachian Trail in Georgia. Fascinated by the hikers they encountered, Morse and Estes documented their incredible journey to Maine's Mount Katahdin, giving viewers a glimpse into life on the trail. At times touching, at times shocking, this is a must-see for anyone who has considered long-distance hiking. Parental discretion is advised.
"Fly Fishing and Tackle: History and Appraisal" will be offered on March 22 from noon to 1:30 p.m. and March 24 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Local resident and fishing tackle collector Sante Giuliani will offer two programs on fishing rods, reels, equipment and their history specific to Maine. There will be time after each of the presentations for those present to have their personal fishing equipment appraised.
"Hiking the Appalachian Trail" will be held on March 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. A diverse panel of Appalachian Trail hikers will share their own amazing stories. Bring your own stories and questions to share.
WINTER FILM FESTIVAL CONTINUES
On Sunday, March 11, at 2 p.m. - please note the special time - visit the library to see "The Rocket." This film, which debuted in 2005, is the story of a man's struggle to prove to the world that he is a great player regardless of his size and the language he speaks. Maurice Richard, "The Rocket," is an ice hockey legend. The movie is also an outstanding historical tale, depicting language and race conflicts in Quebec's "Quiet Revolution" of the late 1950s. The film won great critical acclaim in Canada and only recently has been available in an English version. The film is Rated PG and has a running time of 122 minutes.
GLOBAL WARMING: A CONCERN FOR ALL
On Friday, March 30, at 7 p.m., speaker Dr. Kristina Dahl will share her perspective on global warming from having spent about 10 years studying and researching climate change. In 2005, she received her Ph.D. in climate science from the MIT/Woods Hole Oceanographic Institution Joint Program. Global warming is one of the most controversial issues facing society today. However, it is also one of the most pressing. This presentation will explore climate change from a scientist's perspective.
EXHIBITS AT THE LIBRARY
The Annual Student Art Exhibit continues through Friday, March 23. Students in all grades of York's public schools have been selected to display their artwork, which covers a wide variety of subjects and media. More than 100 pieces, both two- and three-dimensional, hang throughout the library.
IN THE CHILDREN'S ROOM
Weekly programs for children at the York Public Library include Miss Kate's Infant Lap, Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m.; Preschool Story Time, Thursdays at 10:30 a.m., and Toddler Story Time, Fridays at 10:30 a.m. Monthly programs for children and parents include Making Music Monthly, the first Wednesday of each month from 10:15 to10:45 a.m.; Tactile Toddler Time, the second Tuesday of each month from 10:15 to10:45 a.m.; Babies, Boppies and Books, the second Thursday of each month from 10:15 to 11 a.m., and Art by the Pond, the third Tuesday of each month, from 10:15 to 11 a.m.
