A rare story of trauma, healing and reconciliation, Fortunate Daughter was recently announced as a First Prize Winner in the 2021 Chanticleer International Journey Book Awards. Maybe you’ve already read her book. Maybe you identify with the experiences of trauma and abuse. Maybe you see value in the art of story as a way to mitigate the isolation many people feel in consequence to their injuries and more importantly, the subsequent healing that can take place once we feel less alone. Maybe you see yourself in the story of this girl who grew up to be a woman, whole and unbroken. To register please email clahey@norwalkpl.org or phone 203-899-2780 ext 15133

Stamford Adult & Continuing Education offering: Free Citizenship Classes at the Norwalk Public Library 1 Belden Ave. Norwalk, CT. 6850 Registration: Jan 3 & 5 Smilow Life Center, 55 Chestnut St., Norwalk 8:30 AM -12:30 PM or Norwalk High School, 55 County Rd. Norwalk, CT 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Classes held February 1 - May 31, 2023 For more information call 203-977-8823

Norwalk Knights instructional chess program returns, sponsored by the Library and the Connecticut State Chess Association, featuring National Master and former Knight Ian Harris of RedBandit Chess as instructor. Program is for players K-12, beginners welcome. Program will include age and skill appropriate group lessons on strategy, including chess basics, supervised practice play and other instructional and fun chess activities. Program will meet once per week on Thursdays, 6-7 PM.

Glaucoma can cause vision loss by damaging the optic nerve. Early symptoms may go unnoticed so it’s important to get regular eye check-ups. Come learn about the types of glaucoma symptoms of the disease, who is at risk, treatment options, and what to expect at your doctor appointment. To Register please email clahey@norwalkpl.org or phone 203-899-2780 ext 15133

Stamford Adult & Continuing Education offering: Free Citizenship Classes at the Norwalk Public Library 1 Belden Ave. Norwalk, CT. 6850 Registration: Jan 3 & 5 Smilow Life Center, 55 Chestnut St., Norwalk 8:30 AM -12:30 PM or Norwalk High School, 55 County Rd. Norwalk, CT 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM Classes held February 1 - May 31, 2023 For more information call 203-977-8823

Norwalk Knights instructional chess program returns, sponsored by the Library and the Connecticut State Chess Association, featuring National Master and former Knight Ian Harris of RedBandit Chess as instructor. Program is for players K-12, beginners welcome. Program will include age and skill appropriate group lessons on strategy, including chess basics, supervised practice play and other instructional and fun chess activities. Program will meet once per week on Thursdays, 6-7 PM.

Details to follow A light luncheon will be provided by the library. To register email clahey@norwalkpl.org or phone 203-899-2780 ext. 15133

Most people are familiar with Microsoft Excel’s capability to “do numbers." However, it is a very powerful tool for organizing information that does not have numbers. IMPORTANT NOTE – While you do not need to bring your own laptop, it might be helpful. This 1 hour workshop will cover the following "basic" features of spreadsheet programs — specifically Excel — with lots of time at the end for Q & A: o Sort data o Formatting o Mailing lists o Tab-delimited text o Moving data between programs o Linking cells, sheets and workbooks o Concatenate o Keyboarding Bud Freund makes computers do what they’re supposed to do and stop doing what they shouldn’t. He has been teaching technology to users of all ages and providing tech support to small businesses looking for reasonable, cost-effective hardware and software solutions for over 20 years. He is a frequent SCORE workshop presenter as well as a Certified SCORE Mentor focusing on technology tips, tricks, topics and trends.

Victoria Buitron and Ronit Plank will read from their memoirs and fiction and talk the literary life. Both writers explore cross-culture identity and the challenges of growing up far from parents. Please join us to enjoy these multi-talented writers and hear their insights about publishing and the creative process. I hope you can join us! To register please email clahey@norwalkpl.org or phone 203-899-2780 ext. 15133

It's that time of year again, we are cleaning out our craft cabinets! Join us for a three hour craft hangout. See what we have left and use your creative minds to come up with something great, feel free to bring some of your own stuff too! If you need a little inspiration check out our craft database CreativeBug free with your Norwalk Library Card: https://www.creativebug.com/lib/norwalkpl

Every second of every day an older adult falls. Falls put you at risk for serious injury. Prevent falls with these simple fall prevention measures and stay safe as you age. To Register please email clahey@norwalkpl.org or phone 203-899-2780 ext 15133

"Are edibles dangerous to kids? What are dabs? Is it true that marijuana damages brain development? How should I talk to my kids about substances? Margaret Watt, prevention director at Positive Directions-The Center for Prevention & Counseling, and a leader of The Norwalk Partnership, will share information and resources with local parents and answer questions."

Norwalk Knights instructional chess program returns, sponsored by the Library and the Connecticut State Chess Association, featuring National Master and former Knight Ian Harris of RedBandit Chess as instructor. Program is for players K-12, beginners welcome. Program will include age and skill appropriate group lessons on strategy, including chess basics, supervised practice play and other instructional and fun chess activities. Program will meet once per week on Thursdays, 6-7 PM.