Cazenovia Public Library news
(Cazenovia, NY – Feb. 2014) Moviegoers who love a heart-pounding thriller won’t want to miss Gravity to be shown at the Cazenovia Public Library on Wednesday, March 5 at 3:15 and 7 p.m.
Gravity is directed by Oscar nominee Alfonso Cuaron and stars Oscar winners Sandra Bullock and George Clooney. This thriller pulls the viewer into the infinite and unforgiving realm of deep space. Bullock plays Dr. Ryan Stone, a brilliant medical engineer on her first shuttle mission, and Clooney plays veteran astronaut Matt Kowalsky. On this seemingly routine spacewalk, disaster strikes. The shuttle is destroyed, leaving Stone and Kowalsky completely alone. (Amazon.com)
Gravity runs for 91 minutes and is rated PG-13.
Hunger Games: Catching Fire will be shown on Friday, March 7 at 3:15 p.m.
This film is the second adaptation from Suzanne Collins’s Hunger Games trilogy in which the bonds between Katniss Everdeen (Oscar winner Jennifer Lawrence), Peeta Mellark (Josh Hutcherson), and Gale (Liam Hemsworth) are strengthened. InCatching Fire, Katniss and Peeta become targets of the Capitol after their victory in the 74th Hunger Games sparks a rebellion in the Districts of Panem. Get ready for the cliffhanger ending that serves up an array of splendors from killer baboons to the ever-amazing character outfits. (Amazon.com)
Hunger Games: Catching Fire runs for 146 minutes and is rated PG-13.
Both films will be shown in the library Community Room. As always, admission and popcorn are free.
Theorem Painting Exhibited
Through March 31, visitors to the Cazenovia Public Library Art Gallery may enjoy theorem paintings by Cazenovia resident Janet McCobb.
Theorem Painting is an early American Decorative Technique that dates back to the first half of the 19th Century. It first began to appear in the New England states between 1810 and 1840 when the popularity of embroidery as the “essential” skill for young ladies began to decline.
The cohesive composition of theorems is achieved through a series of stencils cut in such a manner that no two areas immediately next to each other can be placed on the same stencil. Any theorem, therefore, will require the sequence of two or more stencils or overlays. Paint is then rubbed into the stencils with details added by hand with a fine brush.
McCobb’s exhibition includes works from an eclectic array of antique patterns and can be viewed during regular library hours: 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturdays.
Alzheimer’s Program
“Memory Loss, Dementia, and Alzheimer’s Disease: The Basics” will be presented by the Alzheimer’s Association, Central NY Chapter, on Thursday, March 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Cazenovia Public Library Community Room.
If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, it’s time to learn the facts.
This presentation will provide information on the difference between normal aging and dementia as well as exploring how the brain works. Dementia and its stages will be defined and the importance of clinical trials explained. An overview of the programs and services offered by the Alzheimer’s Association will also be given.
Registration is required. Please call 472-4201 Ext. 125.
Remember that free transportation through CRIS-CAT is provided for Cazenovia, Fenner, and Nelson residents over 55 and ambulatory. Just call 655-0612 between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. three to five days in advance.
This presentation is free and open to the public.
Birthday Celebration for Dr. Seuss
Children ages 4 and older with their families are invited to join Jenna Wright in the Cazenovia Public Library Community Room on Saturday, March 1 from 10:15 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. for “A Birthday Celebration for Dr. Seuss.”
The wonderful and wacky world of Dr. Seuss will be enjoyed with games and activities inspired by his well-known books and characters.
This program is free and open to the public.
For more information on any of these events at the Cazenovia Public Library, call 655-9322 or visit www.cazenoviapubliclibrary.org.