Smiles were aplenty at ‘Share the Love’ poetry event

Citizen report

Several weeks back, North Haven Memorial Library staff and the town’s Poet Laureate Gabriella Brand asked residents: Do you know someone who makes life better in North Haven?

Locals were asked to write a short poem about this person and why they are appreciated. Then, on Saturday, Feb. 25, the poems would be shared with their subjects.

This “Share the Love” event, held at the library, was a success, as more than 15 invaluable members of the community were acknowledged in poems.

Brand pointed out that second-graders from North Haven schools penned “ a variety of original poems in honor of police officers, builders and a school principal” while fifth-grader Joce- lyn Gambardella read “Volunteer Firefighter,” which she wrote about her uncle, Jason Considine.

Also, former Southern Connecticut State University librarian Shirley Cavanaugh read a poem in honor of Brittany Pearson, reference librarian at the North Haven library.

Other poems were written by Gina Falcigno, in honor of local philanthropist Martha Culver; and Joanna Teodosio, who read a poem entitled “Champion of the Pets,” highlighting the work of animal activist Jane Ciarlione.

Of course, Brand had to participate in the “Share the Love” project, as well. The Poet Laureate read a work entitled “First Class Special Delivery” in honor of Lisa Giglio, a member of the U.S Postal Service.

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Spring Fair

Faith United Methodist Church, 81 Clintonville Road, will host its annual Spring Fair Saturday, May 13 from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. The festivities will include a silent auction, tag sale, Mother’s Day plant sale, baked goods and crafts for sale, and more. Craft and vendor space is available for $30. Contact Vicki LiPuma at 203-265-1070 or vicklip@aol.com.

St. Pat’s dinner

The Women’s and Men’s Fellowship of North Haven Congregational Church, 28 Church St., will host a St. Patrick’s Day dinner Sunday, March 12 at 3 p.m. The meal will include corned beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, Irish soda bread, dessert, coffee and tea. Also, a kid’s menu of chicken nuggets and mac & cheese will be offered. Cost is $17 for adults, $7 for children under 12. Reservations can be made by calling 203-239-5691 no later than Sunday, March 5. Take-out meals will be available but must be prepaid. For more information, visit NorthHavenUCC.org.

Library

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Creative Mindset:Teen Engineering. Thursday, March 9, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. For grades 6 to 12. We'll work on team-building projects, chat about the basics of engineering and work together to solve a variety of problems. Bring your passion for creativity and be prepared to make new friends throughout the process. Registration required.

Libologies. Thursday, March 9, 6 to 6:45 p.m. For ages 6 to 11. Join us as we uncover the myths behind constellations in the night sky and try to recreate them with a fun craft. Registration required.

Adult programs

German Conversation Group. Tuesday, March 7, 4 to 5 p.m. Practice your German speaking in an informal group. This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Registration required.

Witness Stones Project: Restoring the History of Local Slavery in Connecticut. Tuesday, March 7, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Dennis Culliton, founding director of the Wit- ness Stone Project, will share how the group works will teachers and students to restore the history and honor of enslaved individuals who helped build our communities. Registration required.

Guided meditation. Wednesday, March 8, 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Join Johanne Vannelli as she leads us through a mindfulness and meditation session. This program will be held in person and via Zoom. Registration required.

1964/1965 New York World's Fair. Wednesday, March 8, 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. The 1964/65 New York World's Fair attracted 50 million visitors, even through it was not an officially sanctioned world's fair.

Presented by Jason Scappaticci, “The Bowtie Historian” and Dean of Students and Faculty at Capital Community College. Registration required.

Documentary/biopic. Friday, March 10, 10:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. “Kevin Roche: The Quiet Architect.” A documentary on the career of Irish-American Kevin Roche, considered one of the most prominent and influential architects in the second half of the 20th century. No registration required.