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Week of Events
Deerfield 1704 – paintings by Jim Murphy
Artist Statement: This series of paintings "Deerfield 1704" deals with conflict in the Pocumtuck Valley. A tangle of alliances, ambitions and opportunities perhaps made the events of February 1704 nearly inevitable. I am grateful to Tilton Library for offering to show my paintings. - Jim Murphy jimmurphyfineart.com
Monday, August 14, 2017
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August 14, 2017 -Monday Night Music – Piper Pichette
Monday Night Music – Piper Pichette
One of the Pioneer Valley’s most accomplished harpists. She is known for her ability to play multiple genres of music from classical,traditional, modern, jazz and popular. Tonight’s music will include music from 200 years ago to current songs. Bring a chair and a friend. Performances are held on the lawn of Tilton Library (or inside the Children's Room in case of bad weather.) Monday Night Music is free, thanks to the Friends of Tilton Library.
Tuesday, August 15, 2017
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Wednesday, August 16, 2017
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August 16, 2017 -Preschool Story Time
Preschool Story Time
Let’s get reading! No sign up needed – all children 0-5 (and their caregivers) are welcome.
Thursday, August 17, 2017
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August 17, 2017Third Thursday Book Discussion – ‘News of the World’ by Paulette Jiles
Third Thursday Book Discussion – ‘News of the World’ by Paulette Jiles
"In the aftermath of the Civil War, an aging itinerant news reader agrees to transport a young captive of the Kiowa back to her people in this exquisitely rendered, morally complex, multilayered novel of historical fiction from the author of Enemy Women that explores the boundaries of family, responsibility, honor, and trust.In the wake of the Civil War, Captain Jefferson Kyle Kidd travels through northern Texas, giving live readings from newspapers to paying audiences hungry for news of the world. An elderly widower who has lived through three wars and fought in two of them, the captain enjoys his rootless, solitary existence.In Wichita Falls, he is offered a $50 gold piece to deliver a young orphan to her relatives in San Antonio. Four years earlier, a band of Kiowa raiders killed Johanna's parents and sister; sparing the little girl, they raised her as one of their own. Recently rescued by the U.S. army, the ten-year-old has once again been torn away from the only home she knows.Their 400-mile journey south through unsettled territory and unforgiving terrain proves difficult and at times dangerous. Johanna has forgotten the English language, tries to escape at every opportunity, throws away her shoes, and refuses to act "civilized." Yet as the miles pass, the two lonely survivors tentatively begin to trust each other, forming a bond that marks the difference between life and death in this treacherous land.Arriving in San Antonio, the reunion is neither happy nor welcome. The captain must hand Johanna over to an aunt and uncle she does not remember--strangers who regard her as an unwanted burden. A respectable man, Captain Kidd is faced with a terrible choice: abandon the girl to her fate or become--in the eyes of the law--a kidnapper himself"-- Provided by publisher Third Thursday is an informal group, open to all, no sign up necessary. Reserve your book at the adult circulation desk or online.
Friday, August 18, 2017
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Saturday, August 19, 2017
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Sunday, August 20, 2017
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