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Art Exhibits The Library offers the use of its Conference Room, Community Room, and Glass Display Case for artists to display their work. The Conference Room and Glass Display Case are curated by Dolly Curtis, while the Community Room features mainly exhibits in conjunction with the Easton Arts Council. If you're interested in displaying your work, contact Dolly Curtis at dollycurtis72@gmail.com, or Sheila Weaver at saweaver@optonline.net . Please read our artist guidelines below. Artist Guidelines Amy-Alison Ward Earth in Transition Through August 14 Community Room Amy-Alison Ward - Poster 16x20 Amy-Alison Ward, 6/27-8-15 Amy-Alison Ward, 6/27-8-15 Amy-Alison Ward - Poster 16x20 1/6 Amy-Alison Ward is an Easton, Connecticut–based mixed-media painter working in oil, acrylic, and textured materials. Her work investigates the macrocosm and microcosm of the natural world. Of particular interest to her is humanity’s relationship with nature, and how our attitudes affect Earth, via our interactions with it. Amy-Alison’s current exhibit explores planetary changes driven by climate change and human driven-development on ecosystems and others of our fellow species. She has shown her work previously in multiple group shows and solo exhibitions. Working in mixed media—including oil, acrylic, and textured materials—she is drawn to surface, gesture, and subtle shifts in color that evoke both physical and emotional landscapes. Her compositions are inspired by organic forms, shifting terrains, and the complexities of internal experience. These elements are carefully balanced between tension and harmony, where fluid movement meets moments of stillness. The resulting imagery suggests both grounding and momentum, inviting viewers into a space that feels at once expansive and intimate. Amy-Alison’s process involves building layered surfaces that reveal and conceal over time. Rather than presenting a fixed narrative, her work resists singular interpretation, holding space for ambiguity and reflection. Central to her practice is a deep concern for humanity’s relationship with the natural world and how human behavior shapes—and disrupts—ecological systems. Her current exhibition, Earth in Transition, examines the profound transformations to ecosystems occurring across the planet due to climate change and humans driven to development. Through this body of work, she explores the present-day results of a disconnected relationship with Nature and the profound effects our attitudes toward the natural world have on our fellow species and how we live now. Jerry Reece Sculpting Stories July 1- August 31 Large Glass Display Case Art Reception: Sunday, August 16, 1:00-3:00pm Artist Talk: 2:00pm Jerry Reece-Sculpting Stories, 7/1-8/31 Jerry Reece-Sculpting Stories, 7/1-8/31 Jerry Reece-Sculpting Stories, 7/1-8/31 Jerry Reece-Sculpting Stories, 7/1-8/31 1/4 Following a 20-year career in the telecommunications industry, Jerry Reece transitioned into the arts, where he is now a dedicated artist, author, and startup owner. A multidisciplinary artist specializing in painting, sculpture, and relief art, Jerry began his formal artistic journey during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a remarkable short period, his emotionally resonant work, grounded in storytelling and cultural reflection has garnered significant recognition. Jerry's work has been exhibited at the Ruby & Calvin Fletcher African American History Museum, where his sculptures Still Waters and the Statesman have been acquired into the museum's permanent collection. His practice explores themes of identity, history, and imagination, often bridging personal narrative with broader cultural conversations. Originally from Barbados and now based in Stratford, Connecticut, Jerry is also a writer and co-founder of Reece Creative, LLC. Through both visual art and storytelling, he continues to create work that invites reflection, dialogue, and connection. Steve Gerber Postcards With an Edge August 4-31 Conference Room Steve Gerber - Postcards With an Edge, 8/4-8/31 Steve Gerber - Postcards With an Edge, 8/4-8/31 Steve Gerber - Postcards With an Edge, 8/4-8/31 Steve Gerber - Postcards With an Edge, 8/4-8/31 1/8 Steve Gerber has always been a collector. It began with rocks, then baseball cards, Beatles cards, Batman memorabilia, bottle caps, matchbooks, hotel keys, ashtrays, pennants, stamps, coins---just about anything that caught his eye. Among all these treasures, postcards held a special fascination, particularly vintage cards, with their distinctive hand-colored charm. At the same time, Steve developed a passion for panoramic photography, carefully stitching together multiple images long before cameras and phones made panoramas automatic. For him, a single photograph was never enough to capture a place, memory, or a story. That desire to see beyond the edges naturally merged with his love of drawing and collecting. The result was his ongoing series of expanded postcard drawings. Beginning with vintage postcards, Steve imagines and illustrates what lies beyond the frame, extending the scene into a larger narrative. What started as a personal exploration quickly gained attention. friends, collectors, and fellow enthusiasts began bringing him postcards, sending them through the mail, and challenging him to expand their favorite images. Over the years, Steve has explored many techniques and media, but he continually returns to the quiet discipline of colored pencil. With each piece, he seeks to honor the character of the original postcard while revealing a broader view---inviting viewers to imagine the world beyond the image they thought they knew. A Bridgeport native, Steve Gerber has created architectural renderings for more than forty years. Since graduating from Pratt Institute with a degree in illustration and Graphic Design, his work has been sought after by architects, real estate professionals, and collectors throughout the region. Steve is a founding member and manager of City Lights Gallery, a nonprofit arts center in Bridgeport, and has taught at the New York School of Interior Design for nearly four decades. Out of the Barn A collective exhibition featuring the works of ten accomplished artists August 16-September 24 Community Room Art Reception: Saturday, August 22, 4:00-6:00pm Weir Farm Artist Collective 8/16-9/24 Weir Farm Artist Collective 8/16-9/24 Weir Farm Artist Collective 8/16-9/24 Weir Farm Artist Collective 8/16-9/24 1/5 The Easton Arts Council is honored to present "Out of the Barn," a collective exhibition featuring the works of ten accomplished artists. The exhibition will be held at the Easton Public Library, 691 Morehouse Road, Easton, from August 16 through September 24. The participating artists are notable members of a vibrant artistic community that convenes for discussions and paint-out sessions at Weir Farm in Wilton, Connecticut. Featured artists include: · Chris Bedell, Ridgefield, CT · Clarice Shirvell, Ridgefield, CT · Randy Carboni, Ridgefield, CT · Bob Boger, Trumbull, CT · Leslie Carone, South Salem, NY · Maria Reed, South Salem, NY · Jama Hansonbrook, North Salem, NY · Thomas Carruthers, Bethel, CT · Bobbi Eike Mullen, Weston, CT · Jane Wright Wolf, Weston, CT "Out of the Barn" presents an array of artistic styles and media, including oil paintings, acrylics, pastels, watercolor, woodcut prints, and mixed-media artworks. Collectively, the exhibition underscores the breadth of artistic talent within the region and celebrates the creative collaborations inspired by the picturesque setting of Weir Farm. The public is invited to attend a reception and artist meet-and-greet on Saturday, August 22, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. Visitors will have the opportunity to meet the artists, discuss their creative processes, and enjoy refreshments while viewing the exhibition. Admission to both the exhibition and reception is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Bobbi Eike Mullen, 203-544-8826.

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Easton, Connecticut Library Adult Summer Reading Through Saturday, August 15 Log each book you read on our Google form for a chance to win a weekly prize! Raffle prizes will be awarded each Monday, starting on June 29. There will also be a Grand Prize for the person who reads the most books. Need ideas on what to read? Our updated Adult Recommended Reading lists by genre, compiled by the Library staff, are available on the Adult Summer Reading page. Adult Summer Reading Quick Links Your Library Card Museum Passes Friends of the Library Art Exhibits Room Rentals

Library History In 1933, a group of Easton visionaries voted to create a public library in their town. The Easton Public Library opened in the basement of Samuel Staples School with a budget of $200 from a state grant and $50 from the local P.T.A. In 1937, the Library had new quarters, a room on the main floor of Town Hall. The Library Board, to consist of six members—no more than three from any particular political party— with six year terms, was established in 1950. Once again, space became an issue, and the Library was moved to the basement of Town Hall where it occupied 1,125 square feet. Crowded conditions forced residents into action in 1968. A Town Meeting authorized a bond issue of $300,000 to finance an addition to Town Hall. In 1979, eleven civic-minded women met to form the Friends of the Easton Public Library. With the Friends’ support, the Library began to act as a center for the whole community, offering more programs for children and adults. Fire code violations mandated improvements to the facility in 1991. The Library Board of Trustees applied to the State Library and was awarded a grant for library construction. Library Trustees championed a town-wide fund raising campaign and pledged $300,000 toward the cost of a new building. A special referendum for construction of a new Library was conducted on December 11, 1994 and passed by fifteen votes. The much anticipated new Library building opened for business on May 29, 1996. The Library became a member of the computer age when it joined reQuest, a statewide library network whereby patrons and staff can locate items in other area libraries. It also made a computer available to the public for word processing. In 1998, with monies raised by the Friends of the Library and Library Board private funds, the Library’s circulation functions were automated and the oak card catalogs were replaced by on-line catalogs. The next year saw three workstations in the Library’s Reference area networked to make Internet and on-line databases available to the public. In 1999, the Library received the prestigious Award of Excellence for Small Libraries from the Association of Connecticut Library Boards. This auspicious group also awarded Library Director, Bernadette Baldino, a citation for Outstanding Contribution to Library Service in Connecticut. With the creation of a web page in 2000, www.eastonlibrary.org , Library resources were made available to patrons in the comfort of their homes. In 2010, the Library began circulating downloadable ebooks and audiobooks to its patrons. While taking advantage of this new technology, patrons still come to the Library to check out materials, attend programs, use the computers, and receive technology assistance. The Library looks forward to continuing its history of growth and service, helping community members of all ages lead richer, more interesting lives by providing access to print, audio and electronic resources, hosting cultural activities, and serving as a forum for community gatherings.

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Historical Collection The Easton Public Library houses a collection of materials on the history of Easton. You can find these items throughout the Library. There are also a few resources in the Historical Collection, which is in the Conference Room. Dolly Curtis Interview DVDs Check out our extensive collection of DVDs featuring the many interviews that Dolly Curtis conducted over the years with local celebrities, artists, musicians, etc. Historical Collection Our historical collection, housed in the glass cabinet in the Conference Room, includes annual town reports, the Code of the Town of Easton, CT, and other historical documents. Online Resources Visit our website for online access to back issues of the Easton Courier. Another online resource, Heritage Hub, provides information regarding obituaries dating back to 1704. Historical Society of Easton Connect to the Historical Society's website: https://historicalsocietyofeastonct.org/ Books in Our Collection Aspetuc Chronicles: Narratives of Former Days in Easton and Weston, Conn. by John Damon Bradley 974.59 Bradley, John Dimon Redding and Easton by Daniel Cruson 974.69 Cruson, Daniel Easton--Its History by Helen Partridge, with Francis Mellen 974.69 Partridge, Helen Historical and Archeological Assessment Survey of Easton, Connecticut by John Damon Bradley 974.69 Reeve, Stuart Historical Collection Annual Town Reports back to 1932 Code of the Town of Easton, CT - 342.09 Code Historic Homes in Easton 974.69 HIstorical

Easton Public Library patrons now have full article access to the New York Times online, including news, multimedia, reviews and opinion, blogs, videos and more. Archive access includes all articles published between 1851-1922 and 1981- current. Digital access is available from anywhere – whether you’re browsing on your laptop in the library or reading the NY Times App on the go. Simply click the links below to get your 72-hour pass. The pass provides instant access to the nytimes.com website and NY Times App. Enjoy accessing unlimited articles, posts and more during that time. When the 72-hours is up, come back to this page to get a new code for continued access. Click How You Want to Access The NY Times: I'm in the Library Connect Remotely For Easton and Redding patrons only. For home or remote access, a 72-hour pass will be generated for you to use. You will need to login or register for a free NYTimes account to redeem the code and access remotely. Code can be renewed again after 72-hours for extended access.

FALCON TO FALCON Click here to view the entire brochure Additional Info Midterms and Finals Information At the end of the Second Quarter, all students take midterms for their classes, unless otherwise notified. The midterms take place within the span of four days. On each of the four days, students take two midterms, with the exception of the day(s) when they have their study hall (when they would take just one). Students arrive at 7:30 a.m. for the first exam of each day, and the school day ends as if it were a half day, at 12:00 p.m. The same goes for all students at the end of the Fourth Quarter, when they take their finals. GPA and Grading Information Grade Point Average (GPA) is a measurement of a student's grades. A student’s GPA is determined by their letter grade in each course, the number of credits the course is worth, and whether or not the course is Honors/AP. At Joel Barlow, a weighted GPA system is used, meaning that Honors and AP courses are weighted more than other classes, and a student has the possibility of having a GPA higher than a 4.0. Students are unable to access their GPA in PowerSchool, however, they can find it in Naviance by going to My Account under the About Me section. Writing Center The Writing Center staff provides students with individual help on any of their writing assignments. In order to make an appointment with a staff member of the Writing Center, students simply go onto the JBHS website under the School Resources tab to locate the link to the Writing Center homepage ( Writing Center Homepage Link ). The Writing Center itself acts as a quiet area for students to work where there are computers and printers available. FAQs What if I’m late to school or need to leave early? If you are ever late to school, you must check in at the security desk located in the main lobby. They will provide you with a pass to give to your first period teacher. If you have a note to leave early, drop it off at the Security Dest in the front lobby at the start of the day. Where should I go during study hall/break? In a normal school year, you would have a choice of going to the library or the lunch room for study hall. However, it is also a possibility that the auditorium and upper gym will be available as well. What are Activity periods? Activity is a time when you can participate in clubs that meet during school hours related to a skill or passion. Check out the Activity Fair in September and feel free to try out a few different clubs, or start your own! What happens in advisory? In advisory, your advisor will review upcoming events and schedule changes (a.k.a the AdMinIt). You will have the opportunity to ask any questions and to talk with some of your peers. Your advisory is meant to have an open environment allowing all students to feel comfortable sharing out. How do I find my bus? Your advisory will have a diagram of the bus lineup on the first day of school, and there are teachers outside on the first day to direct you. When you find your bus, don’t wait to get on it, because they all leave at the same time shortly after school gets out. How does the student drop off/pick up work? Both the student drop off and pick up happens in the front of the school. The car lines are usually long so it’s recommended that your parents arrive somewhat early. When should I visit my counselor? You can visit your counselor in Student Services at any time to ask a question, discuss/fix your schedule, or just to talk (if they are available). It’s great to email them ahead of time to make an appointment. You’ll also have designated times when you’ll be called down to meet about future class schedules in the middle of the year. It’s a great idea to make an effort to get to know your counselor, as they’ll be able to help you throughout high school and make it easier for them to write a letter of recommendation. How do you create a PDF to submit for an assignment? There are two primary ways to do this. The first is by using the Notes app. Once in the app, click on the camera icon, then select scan documents. Once you complete the scan of your work, click done, and then the images can be uploaded as a PDF to your Google Drive. The second way to do this is to take a picture of your work and upload the pictures to your computer. Once they are on your computer, you can convert the images from a PNG to a PDF, combine the separate PDFs into a singular one, and then upload the PDF to your Google Drive.

Computers, Copying, & Printing Patron Computers The Library has 6 computers for patrons to use that are connected to public printers. Two of them are connected to the WiFi printer. Please read our Library Computer and Internet Safety Policy . Copier Our copier has the capacity to make copies in 8.5" x 11" , 8.5" x 14" , and 11" x 17 sizes, and can also scan to a flash drive. Copies are 10 cents for Black and White, and 50 cents for color copies. Free WiFi Free wireless internet for laptop computers and mobile devices is available in the Library, as well as in the parking lot, in the back of the Library, and around the perimeter. No password is required. WiFi Printing Wireless printing from your laptop, mobile phone, or tablet is available at the Library. Please ask a staff member for assistance.

One-on-One Tech Help Do you need help with your computer, tablet or smartphone? Would you like to learn how to read ebooks or listen to eaudiobooks using Libby , Hoopla , or The Palace Project ? Stop by the Library or make an appointment with Shannon Bruchal. Call 203-261-0134, or email sbruchal@eastonlibrary.org.