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SUMMARY:SFL After Hours with Paranormal Expert\, Jeff Belanger
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another installment of SFL After Hours (21+) as we welcome paranormal expert\, Jeff Belanger to the library. \n\n\nFor more than 25 years\, Jeff Belanger has been exploring the unexplained. He’s one of the world’s foremost storytellers and researchers of lore and legends. \n\n\nHe’s the award-winning\, Emmy-nominated host\, writer\, and producer of the New England Legends series on PBS and Amazon Prime and is the author of over a dozen books. He also hosts the popular New England Legends weekly podcast\, which has garnered more than 6 million downloads. \n\n\nDrawing from hundreds of strange tales Belanger has chronicled over the years\, this program promises to be a night you won’t forget! \n\n\nThis program is a 21+ pay-as-you-wish event with a suggested donation of $15 featuring cider from Tapped Apple Cidery & Winery and a book sale and signing by the author. Make it festive and come in costume! \n\nReserve your spot HERE! \nHappy Spooky Season!
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SUMMARY:Living Fully & Dying Prepared - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nThis 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple\, participants will engage in conversations and reflective exercises on topics related to death\, dying\, legacy\, and personal wishes for end-of-life care. \nTogether\, the group will explore how to strengthen connections with loved ones and clarify what matters most during this stage of life. This is a meaningful opportunity for deep reflection\, open dialogue\, and thoughtful preparation. \nDetails: \n\nFacilitator: Noreen Kepple\, End-of-Life Doula\nDuration: 4 weekly sessions\nMinimum Enrollment: The workshop requires at least 8 participants to run. Register HERE to participate.\nMaterials: Books and materials will be provided free of charge\, thanks to a grant from Compassion & Choices\n\nCheck back for more information. Email millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org to be added to the mailing list.
URL:https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/event/living-fully-dying-prepared-workshop-2/2026-10-02/
LOCATION:Stonington Free Library\, 20 High St.\, Stonington\, CT\, 06378\, United States
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SUMMARY:Conversations on Death & Dying
DESCRIPTION:Join end-of-life doulas Noreen Kepple\, Greta McGugan and Lavina Kepple for a casual conversation on varied topics surrounding end-of-life care. \nSeptember 3rd: Creating a Musical Playlist of Your Life (To Play When You are Dying or After) \nOctober 8th: TED Talk by Jason Rosenthal – The Journey Through Loss & Grief \nNovember 12th: TED Talk by Joan Halifax – Compassion & the True Meaning of Empathy \nStay up to date on more programs led by end-of-life doulas Noreen Kepple\, Greta McGugan and Lavina Kepple. Email millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org to be added to the email list.
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SUMMARY:Living Fully & Dying Prepared - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nThis 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple\, participants will engage in conversations and reflective exercises on topics related to death\, dying\, legacy\, and personal wishes for end-of-life care. \nTogether\, the group will explore how to strengthen connections with loved ones and clarify what matters most during this stage of life. This is a meaningful opportunity for deep reflection\, open dialogue\, and thoughtful preparation. \nDetails: \n\nFacilitator: Noreen Kepple\, End-of-Life Doula\nDuration: 4 weekly sessions\nMinimum Enrollment: The workshop requires at least 8 participants to run. Register HERE to participate.\nMaterials: Books and materials will be provided free of charge\, thanks to a grant from Compassion & Choices\n\nCheck back for more information. Email millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org to be added to the mailing list.
URL:https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/event/living-fully-dying-prepared-workshop-2/2026-10-09/
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SUMMARY:Author Talk & Book Release\, MJ Soni
DESCRIPTION:Join local author MJ Soni for a discussion of her cozy mystery\, The Masala Chai Mystery Club. She’ll read excerpts from the book\, talk about her writing process\, answer audience questions\, and sign books after the presentation. Bring your own copy or purchase one at the event! \nThis program is free and open to the public. No registration required. \n 
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SUMMARY:Living Fully & Dying Prepared - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nThis 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple\, participants will engage in conversations and reflective exercises on topics related to death\, dying\, legacy\, and personal wishes for end-of-life care. \nTogether\, the group will explore how to strengthen connections with loved ones and clarify what matters most during this stage of life. This is a meaningful opportunity for deep reflection\, open dialogue\, and thoughtful preparation. \nDetails: \n\nFacilitator: Noreen Kepple\, End-of-Life Doula\nDuration: 4 weekly sessions\nMinimum Enrollment: The workshop requires at least 8 participants to run. Register HERE to participate.\nMaterials: Books and materials will be provided free of charge\, thanks to a grant from Compassion & Choices\n\nCheck back for more information. Email millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org to be added to the mailing list.
URL:https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/event/living-fully-dying-prepared-workshop-2/2026-10-16/
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SUMMARY:Living Fully & Dying Prepared - Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Workshop Description: \nThis 4-week workshop is ideal for individuals who are interested in exploring the final phase of life. Guided by End-of-Life Doula Noreen Kepple\, participants will engage in conversations and reflective exercises on topics related to death\, dying\, legacy\, and personal wishes for end-of-life care. \nTogether\, the group will explore how to strengthen connections with loved ones and clarify what matters most during this stage of life. This is a meaningful opportunity for deep reflection\, open dialogue\, and thoughtful preparation. \nDetails: \n\nFacilitator: Noreen Kepple\, End-of-Life Doula\nDuration: 4 weekly sessions\nMinimum Enrollment: The workshop requires at least 8 participants to run. Register HERE to participate.\nMaterials: Books and materials will be provided free of charge\, thanks to a grant from Compassion & Choices\n\nCheck back for more information. Email millie@stoningtonfreelibrary.org to be added to the mailing list.
URL:https://www.stoningtonfreelibrary.org/event/living-fully-dying-prepared-workshop-2/2026-10-23/
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