Seymour Public Library

The Seymour Library welcomes again the historian John Cilio. Mr. Cilio will speak on how the idea of an individual's freedom and a nation's freedom grew from concepts present in the Colonists' print media and everyday interactions.The Colonists' concept of freedom grew organically from concepts present in the print media of the time. Mr. Cilio will look into the early days of the Revolution--he will use primary and secondary sources as he focuses in the viewpoints and mindset as the Colonists' gear up to the inevitable fight for independence.The presentation will show how sermons from various states and church ministers, newspaper articles of the time and taverns served as lively hubs that encouraged Colonists to consider rebellion and ultimately self-governance as their best options for respect, independence and meaningful survival on their own collective terms.Call the Library at 203-888-3903 for more information on this program. Registration is not necessary for this program.

Local Event: Language of Freedom: How Revolutionary Rhetoric Inspired a Nation

New Haven County

Oxford

Connecticut

Language of Freedom: How Revolutionary Rhetoric...

The Seymour Library welcomes again the historian John Cilio. Mr. Cilio will speak on how the idea of an individual's freedom...

Language of Freedom: How Revolutionary Rhetoric Inspired a Nation

Seymour Library welcomes Valley local Matt Yanarella. Mr. Yanarella will relate the Valley story of Chauncey Judd. The well-known tale is of a local youth who was kidnapped during a raid by the British.
On March 15, 1780 robbers led by a British officer raided Ebenezer Dayton's Bethany Connecticut home while he was away on business. Dayton's wife and children, however, were at home. The robbers after the raid travel west across the Naugatuck River hiding out on their way.
Encountering Chauncey Judd, a newly turned 16 year old, the robbers took Judd hostage and at times considered killing him. Rescued, miles from home, it is said that Chauncey Judd never fully recovered from the trauma of his experience.
The events relating to Chauncey Judd took place in what has since become parts of Oxford, possibly Derby, Naugatuck and Middlebury, Come and hear the full details and all the speculations about this daring kidnapping.
Call the Library at 203-888-3903 for more information on this program. Registration is not necessary for this program.

Local Event: Legend of Chauncey Judd: a Colonial "Somewhat" Local Kidnapping

Legend of Chauncey Judd: a Colonial "Somewhat"...

Seymour Library welcomes Valley local Matt Yanarella. Mr. Yanarella will relate the Valley story of Chauncey Judd. The...

Legend of Chauncey Judd: a Colonial "Somewhat" Local Kidnapping

The Seymour Library welcomes again the historian John Cilio. Mr. Cilio will speak of the history of the American symbol of the Liberty Bell.
In the early days of America, bells were a community's mass communication device. They were rung for fires, funerals, festivals and other important events. The bell America calls the Liberty Bell was brought to Philadelphia in 1752 and weighed more than a ton.
When it first rung it was uninspiring in tone and cracked after use. The colonists melted it down and recast the bell, more than once. It endures as a national treasure and one of the six symbols most recognized for representing America. 
Join John Cilio at the Seymour Library as he relates the reasons that the bell became a prized icon of America Traditions.
Call the Library at 203-888-3903 for more information on this program.&nbsp; Registration is not necessary for this program.

Local Event: The Liberty Bell: Symbol of American Freedom

The Liberty Bell: Symbol of American Freedom

The Seymour Library welcomes again the historian John Cilio. Mr. Cilio will speak of the history of the American symbol of the...

The Seymour Library welcomes again the historian John Cilio. Mr. Cilio will speak on how the Colonists viewed the events up to and during the political upheaval leading to the military action by the British. 
The British efforts to unite the colonies two decades earlier as well as the colonial power struggle and the political and domestic issues that defined the&nbsp; era will be examined.A discussion of the Treaty of Paris (the signing of which officially ended the war) and brief overview of the two constitutions established in the aftermath will be delved into. Mr. Cilio uses primary and secondary sources as he focuses in on the viewpoints and mindsets as the Colonists gear up to the inevitable fight for independence.Call the Library at 203-888-3903 for more information on this program. Registration is not necessary for this program.

Local Event: The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Its People

The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Its...

The Seymour Library welcomes again the historian John Cilio. Mr. Cilio will speak on how the Colonists viewed the events up to...

The American Revolution Through the Eyes of Its People

charlotte rowell

Jay Kenney

Hartford Metropolitan Area

RJ Scofield

Naugatuck

Hayleigh Evans

Southbury

Bethwood

Fairfield County

Shelton-Derby

Monroe

Newtown

Woodbury-Middlebury

Vincent Salzo

Hamden

Orange

Trumbull

Shubert Theatre

New Haven Ballet Presents The Sleeping Beauty at the Shubert Theatre
This spring, New Haven Ballet invites audiences across Greater New Haven to experience the magic of classical ballet with The Sleeping Beauty, coming to the historic Shubert Theatre on Saturday, May 23 at 1:00 p.m.
Perfect for young audiences and longtime dance lovers alike, this enchanting production brings Princess Aurora’s beloved story to life through storybook magic and the sweeping score of Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky. Thoughtfully adapted for today’s audiences, the performance offers a welcoming introduction to ballet while keeping all the beauty and wonder that has made this fairytale a classic for generations.
The heart of this production is the dancers themselves.
Students ages 4 to 18 will take the stage after months of dedication and artistic growth, sharing a performance that celebrates not only technique, but creativity, confidence, and joy. For many young performers, it’s a meaningful milestone and a chance to experience the excitement of live theater together.
For more than 40 years, New Haven Ballet has helped young dancers grow both on and off the stage, with many students continuing on to prestigious summer intensives, conservatories, and professional dance careers.
In addition to The Sleeping Beauty, the program will feature contemporary and Broadway inspired works, along with performances by the School’s Shared Ability artists. Together, the pieces reflect New Haven Ballet’s commitment to creating a space where every dancer can learn, grow, and shine.
Artistic Director Lisa Kim shares, “This performance is a chance for our students to come together and share what they have been working toward all year. We hope it inspires everyone in the audience.”
Following the performance, children and families are invited to meet the fairies from the ballet, a magical moment younger audience members won’t soon forget.
With a running time of approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes, including a 20-minute intermission, the performance is ideal for both first time balletgoers and devoted fans of dance.
Tickets start at $19 (plus ticketing fees) and are available at <a href="https://shubert.com/?utm_source=chatgpt.com" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">shubert.com</a>.
New Haven Ballet welcomes new students throughout the year, with summer programs offering dancers of all levels the opportunity to learn, grow, and build confidence through dance.
Reserve your tickets early and join us for an afternoon filled with music, magic, and the joy of live performance.

Local Event: Step Into a Fairytale

New Haven

Step Into a Fairytale

New Haven Ballet Presents The Sleeping Beauty at the Shubert Theatre
This spring, New Haven Ballet invites audiences across...

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