Easter Party Today!

Easter Party, Today, March 30th, at 3 pm!

This is just a reminder that our Easter Party is this afternoon! There are a few spots still available, so make sure to call in and sign up before it's too late! We will have a fun Easter-themed movie, an arts and crafts session, a special story time, refreshments, and even our very own Easter Egg Hunt!

The festivities start at 3 pm this afternoon, so don't be late!

April Movie Madness - The Blind Side

The Blind Side, Saturday, April 3rd, 2010, at 12:15 pm!

To start off April, Brown Library will be showing The Blind Side, starring Sandra Bullock, on Saturday, April 3rd, starting at 12:15 pm!

The Blind Side is a 2009 American drama–sports film written and directed by John Lee Hancock, and based on the 2006 book The Blind Side: Evolution of a Game by Michael Lewis. The storyline features Michael Oher, an offensive lineman who plays for the Baltimore Ravens of the NFL. The film follows Oher from his impoverished upbringing, through his years at Wingate Christian School (a fictional representation of Briarcrest Christian School in the suburbs of Memphis, Tennessee), his adoption by Sean and Leigh Anne Tuohy, and on to his position as one of the most highly coveted prospects in college football. For her performance, Sandra Bullock won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress, the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role and an Academy Award for Best Actress. The film itself also received an Academy Award nomination for Best Picture.

As always, there is no sign-up required, but there is limited seating! Make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes early! Rated PG-13 for one scene involving brief violence, drug and sexual references. (image from google image; summary from wikipedia.com)

Closed Friday, April 2nd, 2010

Brown Library will be closed Friday, April 2nd, 2010 in observance of Good Friday. We will resume our normal schedule on Saturday, April 3rd, 2010.

Happy Easter!

March Movie Madness - New Moon

New Moon, Friday, March 26th, 2010, at 4 pm!

You may remember our Twilight parties from last year, but don't worry if you missed them, because we're doing it again! To celebrate the release of the DVD of The Twilight Saga: New Moon, Brown Library will be showing the movie on March 26th, starting at 4 p.m.

"The Twilight Saga: New Moon is a 2009 American romantic fantasy film based on Stephenie Meyer's 2006 novel New Moon. It is the second film in The Twilight Saga film series and is the sequel to 2008's Twilight, which is also based on Meyer's previous novel. Summit Entertainment greenlit the sequel in late November 2008, following the early success of Twilight. Directed by Chris Weitz, the film stars Kristen Stewart, Robert Pattinson, and Taylor Lautner, reprising their roles as Bella Swan, Edward Cullen, and Jacob Black."

There is no signup required, but the seating is limited, so it's first come first serve! Make sure you arrive earlier to guarantee yourself a spot. This film is rated PG-13. (image from google image; summary from wikipedia.com)

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Party!

Diary of a Wimpy Kid Movie Release Party!

On March 19th, 2010, Brown Library is going to celebrate the release of a movie adaptation of the hit children's series, Diary of a Wimpy Kid. From 4 - 6 p.m. we'll have games, refreshments, and a whole lotta fun!

A film adaptation of the book, the film chronicles the adventures of middle school student Greg Heffley (Zachary Gordon) and his best friend Rowley Jefferson (Robert Capron) over the course of an academic year, as told through Greg's journal and hand-drawn cartoons. The two best friends also have to get through some obstacles to get through middle school, such as surviving their weird neighborhood kid Fregley (Grayson Russell), having to wrestle a very tough girl named Patty Farrell (Laine MacNeil), having to play outdoor Phys Ed without shirts on, avoiding being killed by Greg's older brother, Rodrick (Devon Bostick), getting very embarrassed by Greg's mother, Susan (Rachael Harris), and, worst of all, trying to avoid getting the infamous cheese touch, which was started by Darren Walsh (Harrison Houde), and Greg would have gotten it if it weren't for Chirag Gupta.

This is a special event, so sign up will be required. Make sure to stop by the Circulation Desk and ask about it starting next week!

Dr. Seuss Birthday Party!

Happy 106th Birthday, Dr. Seuss!

Brown Library is celebrating the birthday of one of the most influential authors of our time: Dr. Seuss! We’re throwing a party in his honor on March 12th, 2010, and everyone is welcome! From 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., we’ll have a special story time, refreshments, and we’ll even be showing The Cat in the Hat movie starring Mike Myers (rated PG)! Registration is required for this event, and children will even be given their own special movie ticket upon sign up. There is a limited amount of slots, so make sure you come down to the library and sign up today!

(images from google image)

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The Time Traveler's Wife, Saturday, March 6th, 2010 at 12:10 pm!

To kick off March Movie Madness, Brown Library will be showing the hit book-to-movie adaptation of Audrey Niffenegger. The Time Traveler's Wife is a 2009 film based on Audrey Niffenegger's 2003 novel of the same name. The film is directed by Robert Schwentke and stars Eric Bana and Rache McAdams. Based on the premise of The Time Traveler's Wife, Chicago librarian Henry (Bana) has a genetic disorder that causes him to time travel randomly. Though he often disappears from her life for long periods of time, he tries to build a romantic relationship with Clare, an artist (McAdams). Wonderfully romantic, this film is for anyone who believes love can cross all boundaries.

The movie will begin at 12:10 pm, and as always, make sure to arrive at least 15 minutes early, as our seating is limited! This film is rated Rated PG-13 for thematic elements, brief disturbing images, nudity and sexuality. (image from google image; summary and information from wikipedia.com and imdb.com)

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Brown Library Youth Advisory Board

The monthly meeting on Tuesday, February 23rd, was a huge success. The teens signed up to help with some special events going on at the library in March, including helping with promotion, planning, and supervision. Here's a sneak preview of what's coming up:

March 12th - Doctor's Seuss's birthday party

March 19th - Diary of a Wimpy Kid party

March 26th - New Moon DVD release party

Not only that, but the kids are working on book reviews, and volunteering their time to the library to help keep us all straight.

Look for more updates throughout March! More details will be posted on the events as the approach.

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A Raisin in the Sun, Friday, February 26th, 2010 at 4:30 pm!

Second up for Brown Library's celebration of Black History Month is A Raisin in the Sun. A Raisin in the Sun is a 2008 television movie directed by Kenny Leon. The teleplay by Paris Qualles is based on the award-winning 1959 play of the same name by Lorraine Hansberry. The film debuted at the 2008 Sundance Film Festival and was broadcast by ABC on February 25, 2008. According to Nielsen Media Research, the program was watched by 12.7 million viewers and ranked #9 in the ratings for the week ending March 2, 2008. In the movie an African-American family struggles with poverty, racism, and inner conflict as they strive for a better way of life. Starring Sean 'P. Diddy' Combs, Sanaa Lathan, and Phylicia Rashad, this film is rated PG-13.

The movie will start at 4:30 pm. Please arrive at least 15 minutes early, as seating is limited! (image from amazon.com; movie summaries from wikipedia.com and imdb.com)

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Brown Library Youth Advisory Board

The next monthly meeting for the Youth Advisory Board is just around the corner. We will be meeting once again in the P.S. Jones Media Center, at 3 pm, on February 23rd. Look for the highlights from the meeting within the week!