Fall 2014

* For a complete listing of OrangeReads Countywide Events visit www.orangereads.com Fall 2014

5 Years New! Celebrate with us throughout the month of November! You are invited to join a reading

adventure...In cooperation with all the libraries in Orange County, Albert Wisner Public Library presents OrangeReads, a countywide celebration of literature. *

AWPL KicK-off: crAnes for PeAceFamilies and Folks of ages! Oct. 10 • 6:00 - 7:30pmLearn to fold an origami crane and help us in our quest to create 1,000 cranes to send to the Children’s Peace Monument in Hiroshima Japan.While folding, tap your toes to the Classic Rock sounds of Uncle shoehorn . Snacks and beverages will be served.

fiLmflags of our fathers (2006) (r) 132 min.Oct. 27 • 1pmThe story of the five Marines and one Navy Corpsman who were involved in raising the flag on Iwo Jima, and the aftereffects of that event on their lives.

BooK DiscUssionUnbroken with Mary MakofskeNov. 13 • 6pmShare your thoughts and opinions with a group of interested readers.

DAnce yoUr BoBBy socKs offSwing Dancing with Diane NewlanderNov. 21 • 6:30pm(Adults & Teens) Learn or brush up on the dance craze of the1940s and 50s that is still quite popular today.

Name the Library COw masCOt thrOugh sept. 30Entry forms in the Library and at several shops in the Village. Winning name to be announced at the Family Celebration p. 3

“teeN CupCake war” NOv. 1 • 2:00pmA sweet celebration! p. 6

FamiLy aNNiversary CeLebratiON NOv. 9 • 1:30pmFlow Circus, crafts, activities & a cookie social! p. 3

HuDSON VallEy StRiNg QuaRtEtConcert Nov. 14 • 7:00pm p. 2

FRiENDS OF tHE libRaRy aNNiVERSaRy CElEbRatiONSaturday, Nov. 15 • 7 - 10pm back page

striNg triO & stOrytime NOv. 23 • 2pmJoin Amaranthus Ensemble for a reading of two children’s classics set to lively classical music. p. 3

tHROugHOut tHE MONtH OF NOVEMbER • Letterbox Tour of the Library • Weekly Book Prizes at the Front Desk • Special Exhibit of Library memorabilia in the Wisner Rm.

Albert Wisner Public Library Dedication Nov. 15, 2009

Goundbreaking Parade, May 28, 2008

OrangeREADS

the amazing and inspiring story of Louis Zamperini

unbroken by Laura Hil lenbrand

2 * this project is made possible with funds from Orange County tourism & Orange County & aWPl Foundation Fall 2014

Except as noted programs are free & open to all adults residing in the WVCSD. REgiSTRATiON REquiRED: online at www.albertwisnerlibrary.org or call 986-1047 ext. 3.

Adult ServiceS & ProgrAmS

SuStaiNablE SuNDaySour earth our Home Film SeriesFilm & Discussion presented by Sustainable Warwick

sept 14 • 1:30pmBag it: is your Life Too Plastic? (2010)An American documentary film exposing the effects of plastic bags and other plastic consumer merchandise, on land ecosystems, the marine environment and on the human body.

Oct. 19 • 1:30pmGenetic rouletteA compelling look at the effects of genetically modified (GM) crops on our health and our environment.

Nov. 16 • 1:30pmcarbon nation (2010)Carbon Nation is a documentary film by Peter Byck about technological- and community-based energy solutions to the growing worldwide carbon footprint.

Classical Music at your librarysept. 26 • 7pm stOrm kiNg trOmbONe eNsembLe *A selection of music from the Baroque Period through Mod-ern Jazz and Contemporary Classics.

OCt. 26 • 2pm New yOrk wiNd symphONy “sublime mozart” Hear members of the New York Wind Symphony and friends in a rare full performance of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart’s masterpiece, Serenade in B-flat Major, K. 361. Subtitled Gran Partita, this intimate gem for 13 winds is surely some of the most beautiful music ever penned.

NOv. 23 • 2pm amaraNthus eNsembLe*String Trio and Storytime (see page 4 for details)

deC 6 • 4pm hudsON LyriC Opera*Selections from Broadway shows and famous arias.

HOW MuSiC WORkS WitH baRRy WiESENFElDOct. 22, 29 Nov. 5, 12 • 6:30 - 7:30pmThis class is designed for beginning musicians and music fans who wish to understand the components of music and how these components work. The basics of chords and chord progression, melody and harmony will be discussed. You do not need a knowledge of music - only a desire to learn! This class will meet for four consecutive Wednesdays; attendance at all four classes is strongly recommended .

POEtRy REaDiNg WitH MaRia MazziOtti gillaN*

NOv. 22 • 1pmEbullient Maria Mazziotti Gillan, poet, editor, and professor, is a literary dynamo, author of 20 books, founder and executive director of the Passaic Community College

Poetry Center, and editor of Paterson Literary Review. Gillan’s lively and accessible poetry has appeared in many publications, including The New York Times, Los Angeles Review. Her work reflects her warmth and enthusiasm and the joys and sorrows of family life.*made possible with a grant from Poets & Writers, inc.

NON-FiCtiON bOOk DiSCuSSiON ClubMeets at 2pm the first Tuesday of the month. Oct. • the billionaires vinegar by Benjamin Wallace

libRaRy bOOk gROuPa monthly discussion group, new members welcomeOct.14 • 6:30pm Dancing Through it by Jennifer Ringer

tuESDay EVENiNg bOOk DiSCuSSiON ClubMeets at 6:30pm the first Tuesday of the month. New members welcome. Oct. 7 The essential Tales of chekhov by Anton ChekhovNov. 4 the Country girls by Edna O’BrienDec. 2 TBA - call the Help Desk in November for title. (986-1047ext. 3)

BooK GroUP DiscUssions

“Let us put our heads together and see what life we will make for our children.” Tatanka iyotonka (Sitting Bull)

a WaRWiCk COMMuNity FORuMpresented by FaMily CENtRal

NOv 2 • 1:00 - 3:00pm

• Hear the latest research on the critical trends challenging children and families• Share your concerns and your hopes for what we can do together• Help establish a community-wide parenting resource

Family Central is a grassroots movement based in Warwick, dedicated to safeguarding childhood and supporting family life. We are committed to raising awareness of the unique challenges of parenting in today’s world.For further information contact Beverly Braxton:205sun@gmail.com

NOv. 14 • 7pm hudsON vaLLey striNg Quartet5th Anniversary Celebration ConcertCome for an evening of beautiful music with Mozart & Hayden then romantic quartets by American composer george gershwin, Russian composer Alexander Borodin and Norwegian composer Edvard Grieg. To cap off the concert they will premiere a work written by quartet member Piotr Kargul, newly arranged for the quartet.Generously sponsored by Herbert & stephanie neuman

3 september is Library Card sign up month - get your card at the Library today! Fall 2014

ExhibitsSEPtEMbER

lower galleryVisible music

paintings and collage by Nancy Hull Kearing

MEET THE ARTIST RECEPTIONSept. 7 • 1:30 - 3:30pm

OCtObERlower gallery

small Works exhbitCity Without Walls Gallery

Main FloorOct. 15 - Nov. 15

for the Love of readingArt created for the

5th Anniversary Gala Silent Auction by local artists.

board RoomPhotography by Susan Supak

NOVEMbERlower galleryPiece by Piece

the art of Laura Breitman

ARTiST DEMONSTRATiONNov. 22 • 10am - noon

Laura Brietman will demonstrate her

techniques for creating a fabric collage.

DECEMbERlower gallery

Warwick Atelier 5th Annual exhbit

MEET THE ARTISTS RECEPTIONDec. 5 • 5:00 - 7:00pm

LeArn someTHinG neW

running: how to be more proficient, effecient and avoid injuries with Rick Rutkwoskisept 22 • 6:30pmThe latest research on running, biomechanics, training, injury prevention and treatment concepts.

Conversational italian iwith Dr. Dom CappelleriLearn basic Italian vocabulary, phrases and grammar. Italian culture and customs also included.Attendance at all sessions is encouraged.11 Class sessions begins sept. 29 • 6:15pm - 7:45(Oct. 6, 20, 27, Nov. 3, 10,17, 24, dec. 1, 8, 15)

Staging “Why does it matter?”October 4 • 10amPutting your house on the market? Learn why staging can make a difference, what buyers are looking for, and what is important to capture an offer.

Consider the Conversation: a documentary on a taboo subject. with Hospice of Orange & Sullivan Cty.Oct. 15 • 6pmAn award-winning film that encourages people to have the painful and difficult conversation about medical care and end-of- life measures with loved ones.

“Can We talk?” with taylor Sterling of WtbQOct 17 • 6:30pmLearn how to produce and host your own radio show on WTBq and attract sponsors and listeners. Taylor will include voice-overs, intros and outros, and how to choose topics, guests and music.

Holiday greeting Cards for adultsOct. 20 • 6pmCreate two cards: Thanksgiving & Christmas.Techniques include embossing, layering, embellishments and use of decorative papers. Register in person with a $5 materials fee. No refunds.

Mercy for animalsNov. 20 • 6:30pmLearn what today’s modern animal agriculture looks like, how this may affect your health, and the benefits of a plant-based diet.

fiLms & DiscUssions

MONDay MONDay aFtERNOON at tHE MOViES1pm to approx 3:30pm(depending upon movie length)On the 3rd Monday of the month the Library will host a film followed by a discussion led by Mary Krauze. Refreshments will be served.

Sept. 22 sky full of moon (‘52)Carlton Carpenter will here to talk about one of his favorite films.

Oct. 6 The fault in our stars (‘14) (pg)113 min.

Oct. 13 rabbit Proof fence (‘02) (pg) 94 min.

Oct. 20 An Unfinished Life (‘05) (pg-13) 104 min. Movie & discussion with refreshments

Oct. 27 flags of our fathers (‘06) (pg-13) 131 min

Nov. 3 Good Will Hunting (‘97) (r) 127 min.

Nov. 10 Gallipoli (‘81) (pg) 110 min.

Nov. 17 About schmidt (‘02) (r) 125 min. Movie & discussion with refreshments

Nov. 24 shadowlands (‘93) (pg) 131 min.

De. 1 The Butler (‘13) (pg)131min.

dec. 8 Jersey Boys (‘14) (r) 134 min.

Dec. 15 A river runs Through it (‘92) (pg) 123 min. Movie & discussion with refreshments

Dec. 22 West side story (‘61) (unrated) 152 min.

Dec. 29 The secret Life of Walter mitty (‘13) (pg) 93 min.

AARP Defensive DRivingDec. 20 • 9:30am to 4pm

Tune up your driving skills and update your knowledge of the rules of the road and learn defensive driving techniques. Upon completion of the course, you will qualify for an automobile insurance discount given by your insurance company.AARP members - $20.00 Non-members - $25.00To register call Joe Kovacs at (845) 341-1581

LocAL AUTHor eVenTsMeet tom Cooney author of The man Behind Badge #711Oct. 2 • 6:30pmTom Cooney was a NYC fireman for 20 years and a volunteer at Ground Zero. Join him for a discussion his life of service and his FDNY “family.”

Meet Nadia Hashimiauthor of The Pearl that Broke its shellsept. 25 • 6:30pmPlease join us for a discussion with the author of her new book. Copies will be available for purchase.Nadia grew up in Warwick and is a graduate of WVHS. She is a pediatrician residing in Maryland with her family.

REgiSTRATiON REquiRED: online at www.albertwisnerlibrary.org or call 986-1047 ext. 3.

JOiN tHE autOMatiCally yOuRS Club!

Sign up to receive the new releases of your favorite popular fiction authors automatically. Fill out a form online at:www.albertwisnerlibrary.org/finding material or ask at the Help Desk 986-1047, ext. 3.

mother goose - ages 10 mos.-18 mos. A special time to share with your Pre-Toddler. Together we will read stories, sing songs, do fingerplays and play!Wed. 11:15-11:40 Oct. 8 – Nov.19Fri. 11:15-11:40 Oct. 10 – Nov. 21

preschool storytime - Children 3-5 This storytime includes great books, fingerplays, songs and a fun craft! Tues. 1:30-2:15 Oct. 7 - Nov. 18Wed. 1:30-2:15 Oct. 8 – Nov. 19Thurs. 11:15-12:00 Oct. 9 - Nov.20

abC 123 – Children entering kindergarten 2015Stories, songs and a craft. We will play games to learn concepts.Tues. 11:15 - 12:00 Oct. 7 - Nov. 18Thurs. 1:30 - 2:15 Oct. 9 - Nov. 20

toddler time - 18 mos. - 36 mos.A program for two-year olds and a parent or guardian. Toddlers will be introduced to the world of books through stories, fingerplays and songs. Tues. 10:00-10:30 Oct 7 - Nov.18Wed. 10:00-10:30 Oct. 8 - Nov. 19Thurs. 10:00-10:30 Oct. 9 - Nov. 20 Friday 10:00-10:30 Oct. 10 - Nov. 21

saturday morning storytime - ages 2-7 Saturdays Oct. 11 - Nov. 22 at 10:30 -11:15 (no drop-in Oct. 18 or 25)Drop-in on Saturday morning for stories, songs and a craft. No registration required!

4 * This project is made possible with funds from Orange County Tourism & Orange County Fall 2014

Programs are free & open to all children residing in the WVCSD.

children’S ProgrAmS

StorytimeS...registration 9/13 through 9/27 - with a library card

SuNDay, NOVEMbER 9Celebrate our 5th year in our new building

1:30pm An exciting show

of juggling, magic, physical comedy

and improvisation

After the show join us for a fun afternoon:CRAFTS, gAMES AND ACTiViTiES

ICE CREAM SOCIAL

MAKE A COW MASK IN HONOR OF OuR MASCOT! ALL WELCOME!

Name the Cow,our Library

maSCot!Suggestions accepted through

Sept. 30.

Library 5th

aNNiverSary CeLebratioN

We have a cow on our roof and she is our mascot. She is part of our weathervane and we think it is time she had a name.So put on your thinking cap and submit your suggestion on a form available in the Children’s Room and at the the Front Desk or on our website. The 3 most suggested names will be put up for a People’s choice vote during the first week of October.

The winning name will be announced at the family Anniversary celebration on November 9.

REaD tO tHE DOgS!

Our therapy dogs will be here during the fall. Please check at the Children’s Desk for date and time.

Classical music for Families*

StriNg trio & Story time Nov 23 • 2pm

Join Amaranthus Ensemble for a reading of two children’s classics set to lively classical music.

i Am a Bunny by Richard Scarry with the four seasons by Antonio Vivaldi.

Walter the Wolf by Marjorie W. Sharmat with string Trio in e flat by Ludwig van Beethoven.

Between the stories, the trio will play short pieces to introduce the instruments, with some audience participation.

illustrations will be up on the big screen for all to see! (register 9/7)

5 ONE CARD-EVERY STuDENT: Sign up for a library card today! Fall 2014

read, PLay, LearN! *...online registration available CHESS Club Thurs. Oct. 9 – Nov. 13 at 6:45-7:30 Register Sept. 13 grades 2-5 Learn to play or become better. Make new chess friends!

aRt FuN Sat. Oct. 4 • 1:30 - 2:15pm Register Sept. 13 Sat. Nov. 1 • 1:30 - 2:15pm Register Oct. 4 Ages 5 - 8 Create something new to take home using various materials and techniques.

FaiRy FORtS aND gNOME HOMES Sat. Oct. 11•1:30-2:15 Register Sept. 13 Ages 4-7Adult and child can work together to create a fairy hideaway to take home. We will use found objects from nature, cardboard and clay.

HallOWEEN CRittERS Mon. Oct. 13 • 11:00 - 11:45am Register Sept. 13 Caregiver & ChildCreate a Halloween character using a gourd and other materials.

HallOWEEN PaRty Sat. Oct. 25 • 10:30-11:30am Register Sept. 20 Ages 2-5 (not in Kindergarten)Join us for a spooky, fun-filled party. Stories, games, crafts and trick-or-treating. Minimal costumes suggested.

MONStER baSH! Sat. Oct. 25 at 2:30-3:15 Register Sept. 20 grades K-3Monsters in the Library! Stories, games, a craft and a treat.

aFtER SCHOOl SPaNiSH Club Mon. Oct. 6, 13, 20, 27• 4:30 - 5:15pm Register Sept. 13 grades K-3Join teacher Joyce Shenkman for some fun, learning basic conversational Spanish.

talk it uP! Sat. Nov. 8 • 1:00 - 1:45pm Register Oct. 4 Ages 5 - 8We will share a book and then talk about the story and pictures. Included will be a craft or activity.

Pat’S PalS Sat. Dec. 6 • 1:00 - 1:45pm Register Nov. 1 Ages 4 - 9How do animals deal with winter? Adaptation, hibernation, migration? Meet some animals up close and hands-on.

SuRPRiSE CRaFt Day Mon. Dec. 29 • 11:00am Register Nov. 29 Ages 3 - 8Let’s clean out our supply closet by using our leftover materials to create a suprise craft item. Help get ready for the new year!

muSiC & rhymeMon. Oct. 27................Register Sept. 13Mon. Nov. 10...............Register Oct. 18

Ages 10 - 36 monthsJoin Miss Stacy for some songs,

fingerplay and movement.

OVER SCHEDulED & PRESSuREDReclaiming childhood in a

“hurry-up” world

CraNeS For PeaCe FamiLy eveNt

Craft and ConcertFri. Oct. 10 • 6:00 - 7:30pm

register sept. 7Learn to fold an origami crane and help us on our quest to create 1,000 cranes to send to the Children’s Peace Monument in Hiroshima, Japan.A simpler crane craft will be

provided for very young children

While folding, tap your toes and sing a long to the Classic Rock sounds of

Uncle shoehorn. Snacks and beverages will be served.

This program is part of orangereads Unbroken by Lauren Hillenbrand. See page 2 of this newsletter.

Oct. 23 • 6:00 - 7:45pmregister sept. 7

Join educator Beverly Braxton and Mary Krauze of Conscious Parenting for an evening

of information and conversation.Share strategies and get support from other

parents, caregivers, and educators.Learn how to reclaim and preserve “family

time” for our families and community.

Sat. Oct. 18 • 11:00 - 11:45amAges 1+ with An Adult

register sept. 13

Members of the WVMS 8th grade orchestra and band will perform

fun Disney music and other selections for kids!

Lego SuNday

sun., sept. 21, oct. 19, nov. 23 2:00 - 3:00pm

ageS 4 - 10drop in

Build a Lego structure with a parent or a friend.

ChildreN’s yoga CLaSS

fri. Oct. 17, 24, nOv. 7, 14

1:30 - 2:00pmageS 3 - 5

register sept. 13

Yoga helps balance, concentration and it’s fun!

oNe Cardevery StudeNt

Sign up during the month of September for your 1st Library card. Children must be entering Kindergarten or older.

For Teens Events & Programs

Except as noted programs are free & open to all teens residing in the WVCSD. registratiON reQuired: online at www.albertwisnerlibrary.org

or call 986-1047 ext. 3.

6 ONe Card-every studeNt: Sign up for a library card today! Fall 2014

Clay Jewelry with roberta Greensept. 13, sept. 27, & Oct. 11 • 3:00 - 4:30pmyou must attend all 3 sessions to complete your project.3:00pm to 4:30pmLearn how to create a beautiful piece of clay jewelry with local pottery artist Roberta Green. Registration required.

Teen Advisory Boardmeets sept. 13, Oct. 11, Nov. 8, & dec. 13 • 2:00 - 3:00pm New members are always welcome at TAB! Earn volunteer credit for helping to plan Library programs. Learn about volunteer opportunities and get TAB perks. Open to 6th - 12th grades.

Lock-In: The Fault in our starssept. 20 • 5:00 - 8:30pmgrab your tissue box and your dog-eared copy of TFiOS! A screening of the film will be followed by a thoughtful discussion.

College Application essay one-on-one Workshopsept. 23 and sept. 30 • Call the help desk (986-1047 x. 3) for two 20 minute sessions. Bring in your essay for one-on-one help from Jill Mante. She’ll help you fine tune your rough draft into an essay in the first session and review in the second session.

study skillsOct. 11, Oct.18 and Oct. 25 • 3:00 - 4:00pmPass the test and make the grade! Learn better study techniques with Michelle Cervone-Richards. She’ll cover outlining, note-taking, and more. Meets for 3 sessions. Open to grades 6 and up.

learn to knit a scarfOct. 21, 28 & Nov. 4 • 6:30 - 7:30pm Learn how to knit a simple scarf in this 3-session workshop. Hands on instruction and all materials will be provided.

Lock-In: Anime & MangaOct. 24 • 5:00 - 9:00pmCelebrate Japanese animation and comics in a night of trivia, cosplay, food, and fun! Open to grades 6 and up.

book hipsters book clubmeets weekly, Fridays • 3:30 - 4:30pmWhat’s the last best book you’ve read? Join the Book Hipsters for a weekly discussion of all things book-related. Share your favorites and discover new titles to read.

Teen Crafternoonsmeets 3:00 - 4:00pmyou don’t have to be a member of tab to attend CrafternoonsNov. 8 sponge painting: Learn how to make your own graphic prints.dec. 13 recycled sweater Craft: Bring an old sweater and turn it into something new.

Halloween Short Story Contestall entries due by October 31st, midnightWrite a short story in 2,500 words or less with the teme “While you were sleeping.” All genres are welcome! Your story can be

horror, humor, suspense, supernatural, or a combination of different genres. Submit your Halloween story at the Help Desk or email it to Dianne at daimone@rcls.org. Co-sponsored by Ye Old Warwick Book Shoppe. Judging by Nyssa Shaw-Smith

Gendelman with a prize of a $50 gift certificate for Ye Old Warwick Book Shoppe.

tEENS!JOiN uS FOR a SWEEt CElEbRatiON OF

tHE libRaRy’S 5tH aNNiVERSaRyat

CuPCakE WaRSNov. 1 • 2:00 - 4:30pm

Do you love making cupcakes? Do you have a competitive streak? All cupcake materials will be provided.

You supply the creativity! Entries will be based on flavor and presentation.

crAnes for PeAce - A ProGrAm for ALL AGe GroUPs!Oct. 10 • 6:00 - 7:30pmLearn to fold an origami crane and help us in our quest to create 1,000 cranes to send to the Children’s Peace Monument in Hiroshima, Japan.While folding, tap your toes to the Classic Rock sounds of Uncle shoehorn. Snacks and beverages will be served.

DROP-iN COMPutER HElPOct. 30th at 11:15amNov. 19th at 11:15amOne-on-one help with basic tasks.

iNtRODuCtiON tO tHE iNtERNEt 1~ 1 sessionsept. 24th at 11:15amOct. 29th at 9:30amLearn the basics of how to browse and search the Internet.

iNtRODuCtiON tO tHE iNtERNEt 2 ~ 1 sessionOct. 1st at 11:15amOct. 30th at 9:30amLearn the basics of how to navigate common websites.

iNtrOduCtiON tO the iNterNet 3 ~ 1 sessionOct. 22nd at 9:30amNov. 12th at 11:15amLearn the basics of how to bookmark internet sites and more.

HOW tO uSE a MOuSE ~ 1 sessionsept. 24th at 9:30amHow to use a mouse! For the complete beginner.

SaViNg & FiNDiNg FilES ~ 1 sessionOct. 1st at 9:30amSave files, find files, and create and organize folders.

iNtRO tO MS WORD ~ 2 sessionssept. 25th & Oct. 2nd at 9:30amNov. 12th & Nov. 19th at 9:30amCreate a document, change fonts, margins, printing, and more.

iNtRO tO MS ExCEl ~ 2 sessionssept. 25th & Oct. 2nd at 11:15amNov. 13th & Nov. 20th at 9:30amCreate a document, change fonts, margins, printing, and more.

iNtRO tO MS POWERPOiNt ~ 2 sessionsOct. 22nd & Oct. 29th at 11:15amNov. 13th & Nov. 20th at 11:15amCreate slide a presentation. Topics include creating, format-ting, editing, and delivery of presentations. Students must be proficient in using the mouse and keyboard.

iNtRO tO PiNtERESt ~ 1 sessionOct. 23rd at 11:15amLearn how to use Pinterest, a visual discovery tool to help you. organize your projects and interests

iNtRO tO FaCEbOOk ~ 1 sessionOct. 23rd at 9:30amNew to Facebook? We’ll get you started!

COMPutER tRaiNiNg ClaSSESGet connected with free technology classes at the Library! We offer a wide range of hands-on technology training for beginners and the experienced. Sign-up today in person at the Help Desk. A $5 deposit is required. All classes are 1 hour long. The deposit is refunded at the end of the class or classes.

WEATHER-RELATED CLOSiNg POLiCY When the Warwick Valley Central School District either closes school, or delays opening because of inclement weather, the Library will automatically delay opening until 11:00am. Other weather-related Library closings will be on a case-by-case basis, authorized by the Board of Trustees and announced on the website, on the answering machine, and if possible, posted at the Library. Fines are forgiven on days when the Library is closed for inclement weather.

gaME & iNtERESt gROuPS FOR aDultSto join please call the help desk 986-1047 ext.

Stitchers & knitters thurs. 9:30am & 6pm.board RoomAll needlecrafters welcome.

Writers group wed. 2 to 4pmboard RoomMeet to share ideas and critique work.

Chess - wed. 5:30pmboard RoomAll levels welcome

mahjong - tues. 10am to 1pm and 6 to 7:45pmCommunity RoomBeginners welcome.

scrabble - wed. 1pmtable Near Help Desk

Canasta - Fri. 1 to 3pmCommunity RoomAll skill levels welcome.

Community Jigsaw PuzzleReference areaStop by and add a few pieces!

JOb SEaRCH WORkSHOPNov. 8 • 9:30am - 3:30pmLearn effective job search strategies, interview prepa-ration and how to craft a resume and cover letter that impress recruiters.

*Funded by aWPl Foundation and Ramapo Catskill library System.

RESuME REViEW & JOb COaCHiNg SERViCEsept. 20, Oct. 18, Nov. 1, dec. 6; 9 :00- 11:15am

sept. 9, Oct. 7, Nov. 1, dec. 16; 5:00 - 7:15pmHave your resume critiqued & job search questions an-swered during a 45 minute, one-on-one session with Gregg Knowles. Call the Help desk to reserve 986-1047 x 3.

CTAP * CAreer TrAnsiTion AssisTAnCe ProgrAmtargeted to the needs of job seekers, facilitated by career

consultant gregg knowles.

6 september is Library Card sign up month - get your card at the Library today! Fall 2014

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libRaRy HOuRS

monday-thursday 9am - 8pmFriday 9am - 7pm

saturday 9am - 5pm sunday 12 noon - 4pm

HOLiDAY CLOSiNgSOct. 5 - Applefest Nov. 26 - close at noonNov. 27 - ThanksgivingDec. 24 - Christmas EveDec. 25 - Christmas DayDec. 31 - close at noonJan. 1 - New Year’s Day

save the dateFiVE yEaRS NEW!

The Friends of the Library invite you to a Celebration of

the New Library’s 5th AnniversarySaturday, November 15 • 7:00 - 10:00pm

• Wine • Savories & Sweets

• Live Music • “for the Love of reading”*

Art inspired by literature.Silent Auction

Featuring works created by 21 local artists*

$25 in Advance ~ $30 at the door

* art will be on display at the Library from Oct. 15 to Nov. 15.

save the date

Library Board of Trustees

PresidentDonna Lee Applegate

Vice PresidentWayne Rossi

Secretary/TreasurerJoan Noonan

TrusteesNora Aman-gurvich

Jerry BenedettoMargaret Bogdanski

Regina Wittosch

DirectorRosemary Cooper

The Board of Trustees meets at 7pm on the 3rdTuesday of each month

at the Library.

The public is welcome.

The Albert Wisner Public Library salutes the

Veterans of World War i

2014 marks the 100th anniversary of the start

of World War i.

In recognition of this anniversary, the library is issuing a call to the public to lend photos

and documents as well as artifacts such as uniforms

or helmets and other memorabilia dealing

with loved ones and their experience in World War i.

Forms & info online at www.albertwisnerlibrary.org

or call Kathleen g. at 986-1047 x 5