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Express DVD's

Express Dvd's are all recent blockbuster movies.  We have multiple copies of each high-demand movie but they go out for a shorter time period than standard DVD's.  Other rules are more strict as well.  Express DVD's are located in the lobby alcove to the right of the elevator.

  • 2 Day Loan
  • No Renewals
  • No Holds
  • Limit: One (1) Express DVD per Card
  • $1 per Day Late Fee
  • Return to Russell Library Only!

The Many Faces of Marlon Brando; a Film Discussion Series On the Waterfront still with Marlon Brando and Eva Marie Saint
On the Waterfront, the first film in this series, will be shown on Wednesday, February 3 at noon in the Hubbard Room at Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown.  Brando was the most influential and controversial American film actor of the 20th century. Comedians mocked his mumbling and posters of his face adorned countless college dormitories. Some critics believed his acting was the ruin of civilized theater, while others (including Laurence Olivier) thought he was the greatest virtuoso since John Barrymore. Our film series will emphasize his surprising versatility.  Richard Alleva (film critic for Commonweal magazine) will show some of Brando’s best work and discuss the actor’s craftsmanship.
 
In On the Waterfront (1954), a story of corruption and redemption on the docks of New York, Brando found his most profound role: Terry Malloy, a brute forced by his lover to discover his conscience. The “I coulda been a contender” taxi scene was studied by acting students for the next fifty years.  Upcoming sessions include Will the Real Marlon Brando Please Stand Up? on March 3, Burn! on April 7, and The Freshman along with selected scenes from The Godfather on May 5.  Attendees are invited to bring a sandwich and the library will provide dessert and beverages.

Three (3) hours of free parking is available in the Middle Oak (formerly Middlesex Mutual) Parking Garage for these Lunch and Learn Programs.

Brando Film Discussion Series Flyer

Tax Assistance

Free tax assistance service will be available at Russell Library, 123 Broad Street, Middletown on Saturdays, February 13, 20 and 27, 9am-1pm.  March 6 has been reserved as a snow date.  In order to qualify for this service, the following income limits apply: single income - $25,000, married couple - $30,000, family of three - $35,000 and a family of four - $40,000.  Anyone whose income exceeds these limits will not be eligible for this assistance.  Also, clients must not be presently served by an accountant.

Sign up is required and 40 minute appointment blocks are available.  Please call 860-347-2520 or stop by the Russell Library Information Desk.   Bring any IRS mailings, a copy of last year’s tax return and all relevant tax records, W-2, 1099, property tax (if applicable) and mortgage interest (if applicable) records.  Also include a dependent child certification if required by the IRS.  When you arrive for your scheduled appointment, please sign in at the Information Desk.  This service is offered in association with Community Aid Accounting Services.

 

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