Who is Madam Butterfly and what is she singing about? These questions and more will be answered at the library’s opera preview lectures, being held in several branch locations. Check out the schedule under “events” at http://spl.org/ The story is of a Japanese maiden who crosses cultural boundaries to become the wife of an American Naval officer — but does he really love her? Puccini’s tale of romance and sacrifice has been a popular opera for over a century. Come and find out what the drama is all about! If you can’t make it to the Northeast Branch’s presentation, try another branch library — the previews are being given at several places. Check the schedule under “events” at: http://www.spl.org/