NOTE: As of Monday, March 15, the library is closed until at least Friday, March 20 due to the coronavirus pandemic. On March 20, the situation will be re-evaluated and either opened for business or remain closed. Before attending any event listed below, be sure to call the library or visit www.colonielibrary.org for the latest programming information.
Free Movie Mondays
March 23
Enjoy a “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood” on the big screen in the Stedman Room.
After a jaded magazine writer is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers, he overcomes his skepticism, learning about empathy, kindness, and decency from America’s most beloved neighbor.
Based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Mr. Rogers and journalist Tom Junod
Rated: PG. Runtime: 1 hr. 49 mins.
Registration is required: online or call 518-810-0314.
Show is at 1 or 6 p.m. Choose one.
King of Film Noir Film Series
Lenny Zapala, film expert and Director of the Menands Public Library, returns to continue his film noir series. For the next year or so he’ll be exploring the films of Robert Mitchum, whom Lenny calls “The King of Film Noir.” Find more information from Lenny on our website.
• First up: Tuesday, March 24 at 6 p.m. “The Locket” (1946.) The film recounts the mental disintegration of a bride-to-be, who, as a child was accused of stealing a locket at a fancy party. She spends the rest of her life getting even for this false accusation by becoming a kleptomaniac and ruining the lives of those around her.
Upcoming:
•“Crossfire” (1947) on April 7.
• “Blood On the Moon” (1948) on May 5.
• “His Kind of Woman” (1951) on June 2.
Registration is required: online or call 518-810-0314.
Author Talk
Thursday, March 26
Rochester natives Linda and Jack Mazur will speak about their book, “Emilee: The Story of a Girl and Her Family Hijacked by Anorexia.”
They provide an intimate and realistic account of how their world was turned upside down by Anorexia Nervosa and how it took the life of their beloved 35-year-old daughter.
Program starts at 6:30 p.m.
Memory Mixer
Thursday, March 26
A free event in a safe and fun environment for those in the community with memory changes and their caregivers to meet with others dealing with the same struggles. Entertainment by local musician Tom Flynn playing his acoustic guitar. Sponsored by Eddy DayBreak Adult Day Services & Eddy Alzheimer’s Services.
Program starts at 12:30 p.m.
Registration is required: online or call 518-810-0314.
Joe Nash
Colonie Library
