Perrot Walks!
Join us on Tuesday, October 7th at the second concession stand at Tod’s Point for Perrot Walks. We will walk at a leisurely pace and enjoy conversation and the beauty of the Point. All fitness levels are welcome.
For more information, contact Judy Sgammato at 203-637-1066 x15 or at judys@perrotlibrary.org.
The Joy of Botanical Printmaking with Mary Himes
On Wednesday, October 8, from 1-3 pm, Artist and Teacher Mary Himes will offer a special art workshop, “The Joy of Botanical Printmaking.” The workshop will be held in our Program Room, Radcliffe Building, Perrot Memorial Library. (The workshop will be repeated on Wednesday, October 15, 1-3 pm.)
Come explore the fun and freedom of printing from nature. Using fresh or dried leaves, stems, or flowers, we’ll use gel plates to create unique prints that can be framed or used as notecards. You’ll be amazed at how this simple printmaking process wakes up the creativity within–like a mini vacation. NO EXPERIENCE NECESSARY. All materials will be provided, but please feel free to bring your own plant material if you have some favorite trees or plants in your garden. For best results, make sure to pick the plants the same day as the workshop. All students should wear old clothing.
Mary Scott Himes has recently returned to her art practice after years working in the home design magazine and non-profit worlds. A breast cancer survivor, Mary got back to making art during her treatments. She loves teaching gel plate printmaking to those of any age who can benefit from creative exploration. She has a BA in History/Art History from McGill University and a BFA in Environmental Design from Parsons School of Design.
Registration is required and is limited to 8 participants. Click here to register for the October 8th class; click here to register for October 15.
For more information, contact us at lending@perrotlibrary.org or 203-637-1066.
AI Made Simple for Beginners: An Artificial Intelligence Workshop
Peter Farnsworth will present “AI Made Simple for Beginners: An Artificial Intelligence Workshop,” on Wednesday, October 8, at 6:30 pm in our Program Room, Perrot Memorial Library.
Ready to explore the world of AI, but don’t know where to start? This beginner-friendly workshop will demystify AI and show you how to start using it today. No technical background required – just curiosity and a desire to learn.
Here’s what you’ll learn:
- AI Made Simple: Learn what AI really is in everyday language, without the jargon or complexity.
- How It Is Changing Everything: Hear how it is altering jobs, writing, art, video, and everyday tasks.
- Hands-On Tools: Become familiar with free, web-based AI apps you can start using immediately from any device
Whether you’re a complete beginner curious about AI or someone looking to boost productivity and simplify daily tasks, this workshop will give you practical skills you can use right away. We’ll focus on accessible, user-friendly applications that require no coding or technical expertise.
Peter Farnsworth is a long-time resident of New Canaan, a father of four, and a grandfather of six. He is passionate about the future of AI and enjoys sharing his hobbies and skills with others. Recently, he wrote a fictional novel using AI, which is available on Amazon, and is developing several AI-based applications.
Registration is required. To register, click here.
For more information on this program, contact us at lending@perrotlibrary.org or 203-637-1066.