YORK VILLAGE - Check out the many events being offered by the York Public Library this spring.
READERS' THEATRE
On April 11 and 12 at 7:30 p.m., come to the library to see David Mamet's 1992 two-character stage play "Oleanna," a thought-provoking work that looks at the issue of sexual harassment on campus in a radical light. Director David Newman was head of the Drama Department at St. Paul's School in Concord, N.H., and has directed other Readers' Theater productions for the library. Admission is free, although donations are accepted.
SPRING FILM FESTIVAL
See "Intermission" (Ireland, 2003) on April 13 at 3 p.m. "Intermission" is a love story. When insecure and emotionally inarticulate John breaks up with Deirdre as a "test," his plan backfires, leaving her broken-hearted and him alone and miserable. Through chance and coincidence, their separation triggers a rollercoaster ride of interweaving escapades in the lives of everyone around them. Rated R.
On April 27, see "L'Avventura" (Italy, 1960) at 3 p.m. A group of rich Italians head out on a yachting trip to a deserted volcanic island in the Mediterranean. While on the island, Anna goes missing. As they search for her on the island and beyond, her lover Sandro and her best friend Claudia become attracted to each other. Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni.
LET'S TALK ABOUT IT
The "Let's Talk About It: Literature of the Indian Experience" series is exploring five works of fiction on the South Asian/Indian experience during the colonial and post-colonial periods. Remaining books to be read and discussed include "Midnight's Children" by Salman Rushdie on April 16, "Brick Lane" by Monica Ali on April 30, "Jasmine" by Bharati Mukherjee on May 14 and "Interpreter of Maladies" by Jhumpa Lahiri on May 28. This series is provided by the Maine Humanities Council and will be facilitated by Michael Lee, Ph.D. Discussions are held on Wednesday evenings at 7 p.m. Call 363-2818 to see if space remains for participants.
FREE WILLY!
When school is out on April 18, visit the library at 10:15 a.m. for an in-service day film, "Free Willy." Willy the orca whale longs to escape from his too-small aquarium tank. One boy understands what needs to be done. This is a drop-in program.
VACATION EVENTS
It's Eco-creations on April 22 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Create unique sculptures using recycled materials. Your garden will welcome your artistic additions. This is a drop in program.
Gardening with Martha Donnell will be held April 23 at 3 p.m. when this expert gardener will help you make extra special natural creations. This is a drop in program.
Grocery Bags for a Greener Planet will be held April 25 at 10:15 a.m. Miss Julie and Coastal Ridge Librarian Alice Rose will help you make your own grocery/shopping bags. Recycling is not only good for the earth, it is fun to do! Space is limited and preregistration is required. Call the library at 363-2818.
ART EXHIBITS
The York Public Library's Annual York Schools Art Exhibit continues in March and April.
IN THE CHILDREN'S ROOM
Infant Lapsits are Tuesdays at 10:30 a.m. in the Children's Room and stories, finger plays and rhymes will be offered for infants to two-year-olds. Preschool Story Times and Crafts with Miss Julie are every Thursday at 10:30 a.m. Story Times and Crafts with Miss Kathleen for children ages 2 and 3 are each Friday at 10:30 a.m.
Art by the Pond is held the third Tuesday of the month, from 10:15 to 10:45 a.m. Jill Burke and Sharon Trafton design projects that explore art as a process. Wear play clothes!
After School is Cool Knitting and Legos program, led by Martha Donnell, runs through April on the second Wednesday of each month from 4 to 5 p.m.
Making Music Monthly for ages 2 to 6 is the first Wednesday of each month from 10:15 to10:45 a.m. This parent-child class led by Michelle Franey and focuses on developing musical skills and social skills, with emphasis on moving to the beat and learning traditional children's songs.
Tactile Toddler Time for ages 2 to 4 is the second Tuesday of each month from 10:15 to10:45 a.m. Preschool educator Kimberly Whelan facilitates sensory exploration.
Saturday Art Classes for ages 6 to 10 feature artist Ellen Minnehan teaching children to use various art techniques on the second Saturday of each month from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
For all the details on what is happening at the York Public Library, visit www.york.lib.me.us or call 363-2818.
