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| Second Annual Oscar Ballot Contest
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The two entrants who correctly predict the most Oscar winners will receive an Oscar DVD of their choice! Ballots are available at the Circulation Desk.
Sunday, Feb. 26: 84th Academy Awards.
Tuesday, Feb. 28: Winners of the contest will be contacted.
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Oscar Films: Midnight in Paris
Monday, February 13 at 7:00 PM
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A romantic comedy about a family traveling to the French capital for business. The party includes a young engaged couple forced to confront the illusion that a life different from their own is better. Oscar nominations: Best Picture, Art Direction, Original Screenplay.
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Film Buffs: Exporting Raymond
Thursday, February 23 at 7:00 PM
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Follow Phil Rosenthal, creator of the hit TV series "Everybody Loves Raymond," in this incredibly funny true story of the attempt to translate "Raymond" into a Russian sitcom. 86 minutes. PG.
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I Can't Die But Once:
A Portrayal of Harriet Tubman
Monday, February 27 at 7:00 PM
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Gwendolyn Quezaire-Presutti appears as the abolitionist and warrior-humanitarian Harriet Tubman. During this presentation she weaves a tale of truth, pain, courage, and determination that takes the audience into her life as an enslaved person.
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Healthy, Wealthy, and Wise
A Three-Part Lecture Series
Healthy:
A Holistic Approach to Living Long and Living Well
Thursday, March 1 at 7:30 PM
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Presented by Gretchen Joslyn, Community Relations Coordinator, Whitney Center.
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Wealthy:
Financial Considerations for Today's Seniors
Monday, March 19 at 7:30 PM
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Presented by David Ratliff, Chief Financial Officer, Whitney Center.
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Wise:
Innovations for Today's Retirees
Thursday, March 29 at 7:30 PM
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Presented by Gretchen Joslyn, Community Relations Coordinator, Whitney Center.
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The Enchantment of Korea
Saturday, March 3 at 1:00 PM
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A presentation including a documentary film, a reenactment of a traditional Korean wedding ceremony, and a traditional Korean lunch. There is no fee for this program, but advance registration is required.
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Oscar Films: Moneyball
Monday, March 5 at 7:00 PM
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The story of Oakland A's general manager Billy Beane's successful attempt to put together a baseball club on a budget. Oscar nominations: Best Picture, Actor in a Leading Role, Actor in a Supporting Role, Adapted Screenplay, Film Editing, Sound Mixing.
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Friends of the Library Basement Book Sale
Saturday, April 21, 10:00 AM-3:00 PM
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