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Saturday, March 23rd at 2:00 p.m. in the Community Room

Part 2 in a new series focusing on film and conversation. Hosted by Brooks Appelbaum.

Author Norma Khouri won fame and fortune with her book Honor Lost : Love and Death in Modern-Day Jordan (originally published as Forbidden Love, Bantam Books 2003), a “true story” about a shocking honor killing in Jordan. The book was a runaway best-seller and became the toast of the literary world - until July 2004, when esteemed Sydney Morning Herald journalist Malcolm Knox exposed her book as a work of fiction, and her protagonist, a figment of her imagination.

Forbidden Lie$ documentary filmmaker Anna Broinowski attempts to sort fact from fiction by speaking with both the author and her vehemently vocal detractors who believe Khouri made up her biographical tale of a Muslim friend who was killed for dating a Christian.

Please join us to view the film and discuss what really happened. Everyone is welcome!

Tuesday, March 19th at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room

In 2010, 8.3 million people were victims of identity fraud and scams. In 2011 that number increased by 13% to 11.6 million. Find out how you can protect yourself from becoming a victim. Join local resident Mike Savenelli for a workshop on Identity Fraud and Scams. Learn how you can protect yourself from becoming a victim and what to do if you have been a victim. Mike has been in the credit industry for 43 years and is currently employed by BCI Mortgage Financial, Inc. in Cheshire. He has served on a number of credit fraud organizations and has worked with law enforcement professionals throughout his career. This program is co-sponsored by Quinnipiac Valley Credit Union. Please register online or by phone at (203)265-6754.

Friday, March 15th at 6:00 p.m. in the Community Room

The epic love story between Bella Swan and Edward Cullen concludes in this final installment of Stephenie Meyer's best-selling series. Rated PG-13.

Wednesday, March 13th at 7:00 p.m. in the Community Room

Please join us to celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day with our favorite troubadour, Tom Callinan. Tom has been entertaining Wallingford crowds for many years. He is a talented singer, songwriter, storyteller, and multi-instrumentalist. Both young and old enjoy his traditional and original songs, humorous stories, and corny sense of humor. Come early, doors open at 6:30 p.m.and seats fill quickly!

Thursday, March 7th, 6:30-8:00 p.m. in the Collins Room

Come and explore the world of Seika High School! Open to all teens in grades 6-12. Sushi will be served. Beginners welcome! Please register online or by phone at (203)265-6754.