2010 Events Calendar

April thru June

Wednesday, April 7 at 7:00 p.m. at the Aurora Masonic Center
Reading Between the Lines Discussion Group

The Artificial River: The Erie Canal and the Paradox of Progress, 1817-1862

by Carol Sherrif

Friday, April 9th at 7 p.m.
Fiction Book Club

"The Road"

by Cormac McCarthy

Saturday, April 10th at 11 am
Family Arts Series

Arabesque Winds

The Aurora Free Library will kick off its Family Arts Series with Arabesque Winds, a woodwind quintet from the Eastman School of Music. This FREE interactive program for all ages will be held on Saturday, April 10 at 11 am at the Aurora Free Library. It is sponsored by Mandel Therapy Group and a NYSCA Decentralization Grant. The show will include music and dance for all ages. Click here for Arabesque Winds Event Poster

Tuesday, April 20th at 6 p.m.

Library Board Meeting

Saturday, May 1st at 7 p.m. til 10:00 p.m.

Food for the Palate and the Mind

 The 6th annual Food for the Palate and the Mind features local "celebrity" chefs, wine tastings, desserts, musical entertainment, raffle, and good company. More info.

Friday, May 7th at 7 p.m.
Fiction Book Club

"The Thirteenth Tale"

by Diane Setterfield

Saturday, May 8th at 8 a.m. till 2 p.m.

Mother's Day Plant and Book Sale

CALLING ALL PLANT AND BOOK LOVERS!
Saturday May 8th is the Annual Plant and Book Sale at the Aurora Free Library. Sale runs from 8 a.m. - 2 p.m. All proceedes to benefit the Aurora Free Library. Any plant or book donations may be dropped off at the library on Friday May 7th between 3-8pm. See you there!!!!

Wednesday, May 12 at 7 p.m. at the Aurora Masonic Center
Reading Between the Lines Discussion Group

The Second Greatest Disappointment: Honeymooning and Tourism at Niagara Falls

by Karen Dubinsky

Tuesday, May 18th at 6 p.m.
Library Board Meeting

Friday, June 4th at 7 p.m.
Fiction Book Club tba

Wednesday, June 9 at 7 p.m. at the Aurora Free Library
Reading Between the Lines Discussion Group

Taxi! A Social History of the New York City Cabdriver

by Graham Hodges

Sunday, June 13 at 2 p.m.

Elmira Prison Camp: the Andersonville of the North presented by Charles Snyder

"If there ever was a hell on earth Elmira prison was that," is a quote from a Confederate soldier after the Civil War. Charles Snyder, professor, story-teller and historic tour guide, will lead us back to the time of the Civil War to expose the happenings at Elmira Prison and explore the reasons why it was there. The talk will also touch on examples of other prisoner-of-war camps and their stories.
Donations Welcome

Tuesday, June 25th at 6 p.m.

Library Board Meeting

Saturday, June 26 at 8 pm

Zabriskie Folk Series
The Andrew & Noah VanNorstrand Band
Andrew and Noah VanNorstrand have been playing the Opera House since they were kids. Both "boys" are accomplished singers, songwriters and multi-instrumentalists, focusing on twin fiddles, acoustic and electric guitars, mandolin and banjo. Their original music blends old-time Country and Bluegrass, Celtic and Contra, Swing and Jazz, alternative folk rock and various world music influences with daring improvisation and intricate arrangements. The six-piece ensemble adds accordion, bass and drums as well as Noah’s wife,Kailyn Wright, on vocals.
Adults $12, Seniors $10, Students/Children $8
Monday, June 28 at 7 pm

Fiction Book Club

 Join us for popcorn and drinks at the annual book club movie night viewing of "The Road." The Road, by Cormac McCarthy, was the April discussion book. Check with Marnie or Sandy for the location and for more details.