Celebrate the end of the One Book, One City program. Music by Tom Hanford, who will be playing old English folk songs that fit in quite nicely with The Hobbit. We will announce the prize winners for the ‘Reading The Hobbit’ contest. For all ages. Sponsored by the Valley Community Foundation. At the Branch on May 23rd at 6PM.

At the Plumb on May 12th at 10AM. A new inclusive story time for area children of all ages with special needs plus their caregivers; siblings and family members are always welcome. Ms. Maura shares stories, hands-on props, music, bubbles and more! Registration is required and begins 2 weeks before each session.

Celebrate the special women in our lives with stories plus crafts, and activities to show how much we love and appreciate these truly special ladies; ages 3 and up, with caregivers at the Plum on May 10th at 6PM. Registration required and begins April 26.

This book discussion group is sponsored by the Shelton Historical Society and will meet at the Branch on May 8th at 7PM. The group was founded in 1894 and met in members’ homes to actually read novels aloud while doing charity work for community causes. Ellen Kolesk is the facilitator, and can be reached at: 203-925-1803.

Adults will be together for a stimulating and in depth discussion of The Hobbit, while younger family members will hear the short version and discuss the story and types of characters. Sponsored by the Valley Community Foundation. At the Branch on Saturday, May 5th, from 11:00AM-12:00PM.