How the internal drives-and translates to-the external outcome is beautifully explored in "Painting Inside-Out," the next exhibition to open at New Canaan Library's H. Pelham Curtis Gallery. The exhibition runs from May 25 through July 23, 2017. An opening reception will be held on Thursday, June 1 at 6 p.m. in the Curtis Gallery; all are welcome to attend. Although both painters call upon internal thoughts and influences in their creative processes, the works they produce are quite different in…

New Canaan Library is pleased to welcome author Christina Kelly, to speak about her recently published novel Good Karma. Ms. Kelly will speak at the Library on Thursday, July 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the Curtis Gallery. Copies of the book will be available for purchase, courtesy of Elm Street Books. Please register online at newcanaanlibrary.org. Retirement is supposed to be a time of ease and rediscovery - but that's only part of it for Catherine and Ralph. After almost…

-- Music @New Canaan Library continues its tradition of offering first class musical programs with a performance by international guitarist, Hiroya Tsukamoto. The event takes place on Sunday, November 5 at 2 p.m. in the Adrian Lamb Room. Please register online at newcanaanlibrary.org. Hiroya Tsukamoto's earthy, organic sound imparts a mood of peace and tranquility, taking the listener on an innovative, inspiring journey. His style of performing is described as cinematic guitar poetry: a blend of folk, jazz and Japanese…

Cheese, wonderful cheese! Learn about the history, mythology, and distinctive flavor profiles of cheese from a talk presented by John P. Delutio on Wednesday, December 20 at 6:30 p.m. in the Lamb Room. Known as “The Cheese Man,” John offers an illuminating lecture about the science and culture of this culinary staple Participants are invited to sample a variety of artisanal cheeses after the lecture. John P. Delutio is deeply knowledgeable and passionate about cheese. He is the proprietor of…

Women's fiction is one of the most consistently successful genres of published writing. On Tuesday, August 14 at 6:30 p.m. New Canaan Library presents a unique program that explores writing for this specific genre. The event will be held in the Adrian Lamb Room; please register online at newcanaanlibrary.org. Three successful authors, Carola Lovering, Jill Santopolo and Beatriz Williams, form a panel that will examine the challenges specific to writing women’s fiction. Some of the topics to be covered include:…

New Canaan Library is pleased to welcome back accomplished, versatile guitarist John Lehmann-Haupt, performing a mix of classical and popular music on Tuesday, October 16 at 6:30 p.m. in the Adrian Lamb Room.. Seating is limited, please register online at newcanaanlibrary.org. John Lehmann-Haupt will perform a variety of classical works as well as some of his own arrangements of popular and traditional songs, including selections by Bach, Mendelssohn, Albeniz, Jobim, Gershwin, and Stevie Wonder. Lehmann-Haupt has played guitar since he…

New Canaan Library presents a mesmerizing musical evening with a performance by internationally acclaimed concert violinist, Dr. David Podles. The Library welcomes back Dr. Podles on Thursday, February 7, when he will present “Music of the Exotic World,” bringing to life a collection of music from exotic lands. The event takes place at 6:30 p.m. in the Adrian Lamb Room. Please register online at newcanaanlibrary.org. Embark on a faraway and fascinating musical journey through the exotic lands of India, Algeria,…