In Honor of Women’s History Month: Fried Green Tomatoes (1991) Based on Fannie Flagg's 1987 novel Fried Green Tomatoes at the Whistle Stop Café, it stars Kathy Bates, Jessica Tandy, Mary Stuart Masterson, Mary-Louise Parker and Cicely Tyson; Evelyn Couch (Bates) is having trouble in her marriage, and no one seems to take her seriously. While visiting relatives at a nursing home, she meets Ninny Threadgoode (Tandy), an outgoing old woman, who tells her the story of Idgie Threadgoode (Masterson), a young woman in 1920's Alabama. Through Idgie's inspiring life, Evelyn learns to be more assertive and builds a lasting friendship with Ninny. Rated PG-13: 2 hours 10 minutes.
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Monday, March 18, 2024 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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01:00 PM to 03:00 PMLocation:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 10:00am to 1:00pm
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10:00 AM to 01:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
Come and meet new friends and join in on a game that is played all over the world. Mahjongg enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to play every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm. The sessions are open-ended and participants can play as many or as few games as they wish. Players with mahjongg sets are encouraged to bring them, as the Library has only a limited number to loan. This program is free, ongoing and open to players from all communities.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Tuesday, March 19, 2024 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
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02:00 PM to 04:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
This class builds on the principles learned in Conversational Italian I. You must have attended Conversational Italian I or have knowledge of the Italian language for this class. Attendance at all sessions are storngly encouraged.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
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02:00 PM to 04:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3
Author and poet, Joan Corser-Gay, has open enrollment for the Warwick Library Writers Group. All interested adults with a passion for writing and being published are welcome!
Questions? Please contact Joan at 845.987.8890.
Location:AWPL Board RoomAge Group:Adult
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 2:30pm to 3:30pm
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02:30 PM to 03:30 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
Join Ana Metaxas for Conversational French. Attendance at all sessions strongly encouraged.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Wednesday, March 20, 2024 - 5:00pm to 6:30pm
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05:00 PM to 06:30 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch, punch needling, applique, sewing and all of your fiber arts projects and join us for a non-instructional night of stitching but no b*@%$ing. Group meets on the main level in the poetry corner. No registration; drop-in anytime.
Age Group:Adult
Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 10:00am to 11:30am
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10:00 AM to 11:30 AMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
Join teachers from Wickham Works for four weeks of arts workshops tailored for mature adults, family members, and caregivers, welcoming individuals of all skill levels. These engaging sessions aim to ignite enthusiasm and active participation through music, art, and craft activities. Led by talented teaching artists, each session features a diverse range of hands-on activities. Choreographer and dance instructor Linda Mensch, Director of Movco Dance, along with musician and conductor David Dworkin, creator of Conductorcise, kick off the session with a dynamic 15-minute music and movement segment. Following a brief intermission, participants reconvene for an hour-long art or craft project guided by Jenny Torino, an artist and Registered Dietitian experienced in adult and developmental challenge programs, and Beth Laule, a seasoned artist, educator, and scenic craftsperson. All activities are adaptable for seated participation and cater to varying skill levels.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
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01:00 PM to 02:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 4
Luz Lopez will introduce you to the basics of Conversational Spanish. Attendance at all session is strongly encouraged.
The Mango Language Learning software will be used for this class; go the the "Find, Read, Watch and Learn" tab on the homepage=>select "Research Databases=>click on the "language" tab and scroll down to "Mango". Use the app for your mobile device or the web version for PCs. Contact the Help Desk at 845-986-1047, option 4 with questions.
Location:AWPL Board RoomAge Group:Adult
Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 1:00pm to 2:30pm
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01:00 PM to 02:30 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3
Join other board game enthusiasts for an afternoon of old-fashioned fun! New members always welcome; no registration necessary.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Thursday, March 21, 2024 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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01:00 PM to 03:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3Age Group:Adult