Category: News

Notes on Modern Irrationality with Bestselling Author Amanda Montell

by Lily Mac Hugh

Thursday, January 23 at 2:00 PM–register here!

Join us as we chat with the New York Times bestselling author, Amanda Montell about her newest book, The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality.

In a delicious blend of cultural criticism and personal narrative that explores our cognitive biases and the power, disadvantages, and highlights of magical thinking, Amanda Montell now turns her erudite eye to the inner workings of the human mind and its biases in her most personal and electrifying work yet.

Don’t be irrational, register now for a conversation you just don’t want to miss!

About the Author: Amanda Montell is a writer and linguist from Baltimore. She is the author of the acclaimed books Wordslut, Cultish, and The Age of Magical Overthinking. Along with hosting the podcast Sounds Like a Cult, her writing has also appeared in The New York Times, Marie Claire, Cosmopolitan, and more. She holds a degree in linguistics from NYU and lives in Los Angeles with her partner, plants, and pets. Find her on Instagram @Amanda_Montell.

Device Lending Program

by Jennifer

Did you know that the library lends out technology devices such as iPads, Chromebooks, laptop, and wifi hotspots to help you stay connected, learn, and create? Whether you need to finish a project, attend an online class, or simply explore the digital world, we’ve got you covered. Visit, call, or text the library to check availability or place a hold. Technical assistance is also available if you need help getting started. Take advantage of this amazing resource and make your digital goals a reality.

The Magic of Found Family: In Conversation with Author TJ Klune

by Lily Mac Hugh

Wednesday, January 15 at 7:00 PM–register here!

Come have a magical moment with New York Times bestselling author TJ Klune as he chats about his Cerulean Chronicles, with special emphasis on his newest in the series, Somewhere Beyond the Sea.

Somewhere Beyond the Sea is a story of resistance, lovingly told, about the daunting experience of fighting for the life you want to live and doing the work to keep it.

Register now to learn about this book and so much more!

About the Author: TJ KLUNE is the New York Times and USA Today bestselling, Lambda Literary Award-winning author of The House in the Cerulean Sea, The Extraordinaries, and more. Being queer himself, Klune believes it’s important—now more than ever—to have accurate, positive queer representation in stories.

Mindfulness Meetup | Monday, February 3

by Alana

Monday, February 3 at 10:30 am in the Meeting Room.

Join this event to relax with guided meditations and de-stress with a coloring page. These exercises are designed to cultivate inner peace and sharpen your focus. We will use a resource called Hiveclass to learn and practice skills for becoming more mindful and present. Please register in advance. Wear comfortable clothes.

Free Income Tax Help

by Jennifer

Free Income Tax Help In-Person

The C.H. Booth Library is pleased to announce FREE income tax assistance, provided through a partnership between the AARP Foundation and the IRS. This service will be available on Thursdays from February 6 until April 10, 2025. Don’t miss this opportunity to receive expert help with your taxes! Registration is required. Please call the library at (203) 426-4533 or register on the library website chboothlibrary.org.

Please bring with you to the appointment:

Photo Id or other type of Identification
Social Security Card and Statement (SSA 1099)
A copy of your 2023 tax return and/or last year’s AARP envelope
All tax forms received for tax year 2023 (W-2, 1095, 1099)
End of year investment tax statements (INT, DIV, Stocks, Bonds)
List of Itemized Deductions (Medical, Donations, Taxes)
Any other tax documents you might have
IRS PIN if issued, Cancelled Check for Direct Deposit

(No Tax Session if the Newtown schools are closed due to weather.)