“Room,” Spring Film Series, Sunday, April 3 at 3 p.m.

The extraordinary story of Jack, a spirited 5-year-old who is looked after by his loving and devoted mother. Their life, however, is anything but typical. They are confined to a 10-by-10-foot space euphemistically named Room. Ma has created a whole universe for Jack within Room. As Jack’s curiosity about their situation grows, and Ma’s resilience reaches its breaking point, they enact a risky plan to escape, ultimately bringing them face to face with what may turn out to be the scariest thing yet: the real world. Rated R for language. 115 minutes.

Richard Foerster, Local Poet, Tuesday, April 5 at 7 p.m.

In celebration of Poetry Month, award winning poet Richard Foerster will speak about, and read from his new poetry collection “River Road” (2015), published by Texas Review Press. He holds degrees in English literature from Fordham College and the University of Virginia and is the author of seven poetry collections. Copies of his works will be available for signing and sale.

York History Series Part 5, Wednesday, April 6 at 10:30 a.m.

Local historian James Kences’ series of programs about York history has been extended by popular demand. His approach started with the present, a reverse chronology, as if conducting an archaeological excavation. This series is co-sponsored by the Museums of Old York and the York Public Library.

Student Art Show Reception, Wednesday, April 6 at 5 – 6:30 p.m.

The 15th Annual Student Art Show will be on display throughout the library until April 30. The show features a variety of art from acrylic paintings to charcoal drawings, photography, sculpture, and multi-media masterpieces, all created by York students from kindergarten through high school.

How do Colleges Really Choose Students? Thursday, April 7 at 7 p.m.

Former Assistant Dean of Admissions at Bowdoin College (2000-2012) Wendy Thompson, shares her expertise regarding college admissions. Wendy’s entertaining, interactive presentation “How do Colleges Really Choose Students? An Inside Look at the College Admissions Process” illustrates just how many factors college admissions officers consider when they review applications for admission. Her presentation is geared toward families of high school students in every grade.

Ranked Choice Voting, Friday, April 8 at 7 p.m.

This meeting is an opportunity for community members to learn more about this alternate voting system and how it could impact politics in Maine. The meeting will include an overview of how the current voting system works, how ranked choice voting works, as well as the impacts and implications of implementing ranked choice voting statewide. This November Mainers will be able to vote on implementing this system so it is important that voters have the information to make a decision that best suits them.

“The Good Dinosaur,” Family Film, Saturday, April 9 at 6:30 p.m.

In a world where dinosaurs and humans live side-by-side, an Apatosaurus named Arlo makes an unlikely human friend. And while traveling through a harsh and mysterious landscape, Arlo learns the power of confronting his fears and discovers what he is truly capable of. Rated PG for peril, action and thematic elements. 93 minutes.

“Mr. Holmes,” Spring Film Series, Sunday, April 10 at 3 p.m.

An aged, retired Sherlock Holmes (Ian McKellen) deals with early dementia as he tries to remember both his final case and a mysterious woman whose memory haunts him. He also befriends Roger (Milo Parker), the young son of his housekeeper (Laura Linney), who wants him to work again. This satisfyingly complex plot, directed by Bill Condon, shows the difference between elderly and doddering. Rated PG for thematic elements, some disturbing images and incidental smoking. 104 minutes.

Monthly Poetry Evening, Tuesday, April 12 at 7 p.m.

Please bring poems to share, either one’s own or favorite poems by someone else. The prompt for April is “Peep”. The topic is open for interpretation. Readings from poetry books are welcome. Readings occur in round table format and are facilitated by Priscilla Cookson.

Severe Shyness, Wednesday, April 13 at Noon

Helen Rivas-Rose will speak about the nature of severe shyness; what it is like, how difficult it is to overcome, and how to seek relief. Helen, who herself suffers from severe shyness, has been a teacher and author. Her 2015 memoir “Brave: A Painfully Shy Life” describes her life and how she has worked to overcome shyness.

For children:

Lapsit Storytime (infants to two years old), Wednesdays at 10:30am Come for a program of stories, songs, finger plays and rhymes.

Preschool Storytime, Fridays at 10:30am Join for stories, songs, finger plays, and crafts for 3-5 year olds.

For more information on York Public Library’s children’s programs is available on their website: www.york.lib.me.us or pick up the newsletter at the library.