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Library Board of TrusteesKathy Americo Christine PuenteMark Geisler Karen Feher RosenMichele Keefe Ellen RothAgnes Leyden Charles M. SmithCynthia Neff Jeffrey Schwartz

Board Meetings 4th Monday of the monthNo Meeting in July, August & December

M. Jill Davis, Director

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News from the Director

• Remember to VOTE — Library Budget Proposition Vote Tuesday, May 17 – 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM at the Frank G. Lindsey Elementary School Gym.

• Hendrick Hudson Free Library Annual Meeting — Monday, April 25 – 7:15 PM, all are welcome to attend. Special Presentation by Alison Macrina, Director of Library Freedom Project, an initiative which aims to make real the promise of intellectual freedom in libraries by teaching librarians and their local communities about surveillance threats, privacy rights and law, and privacy-protecting technology tools to help safeguard digital freedoms.

• National Library Week April 10 – April 16 — Be sure to check out the special events that have been planned to celebrate National Library Week: this year’s theme is “Libraries Transformed.”

• The New Face of Heroin Addiction-Power Hour Exchange — Join us Wednesday, March 30th at 7:30 pm as Registered Pharmacist Kant Asrani, Ph.D., R.Ph. and David Gerber, Director of Counseling/Shelter Services St. Christopher’s Inn/Graymoor and Founder, Hudson Valley Interventions discuss the four most misused medications, short and long-term effects of addiction, and the latest treatment options. This event is being sponsored by Drug Crisis in Our Backyard and the Croton and Cortlandt Community Coalitions.

• Otocast App — Be sure to download this app which guides you through historic sites in the Town of Cortlandt (the library is one of them) with individuals explaining the rich history found in our community.

• Check Out a Hot Spot— HHFL is expanding our mission of bringing internet access to our patrons by offering mobile Wi-Fi hotspots for checkout. Our devices can be checked out for a two-week period and up to 10 devices can be connected with unlimited data. Stop by and speak to a Reference Librarian for all the details.

• How to watch a good program be ELIMINATED — nothing kills a program faster than patrons who wait until the last minute to register. There is a point when a program must be canceled or modified if there is insufficient registration. All programs require a high level of coordination, often including facility scheduling, staffing, and purchasing of supplies. PLEASE REGISTER EARLY.

Don’t miss these and other opportunities to celebrate reading and library use with our various events and programs.

— M. Jill Davis, Director

“If you only read what everyone else is reading,you will only think what everyone else is thinking.”

— Haruki Murakami, author

Library HoursSunday* 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Monday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Tuesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Wednesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Thursday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm

Friday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

*September through June

Book Discussion GroupsMondays Tuesdays 12:30 pm Wednesdays 7:00 pm11:00 am & 12:30 pm Literature Lovers

March 28 March 8 March 30

April 18 April 12 April 27

May 23 May 10 May 25

Book Sale — Ongoing...paperbacks, hardcovers, cdsand specials. Don’t miss it!

Looking for the Perfect Gift forsomeone who has everything,a retiree, big birthday or tohonor someone’s memory,consider making a donationto the library. It is easy, it canbe done right through ourwebsite (via the PayPal link)and it’s a tax deduction! HENDRICK

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Paws To Read Tuesdays, 6:30 pm: March 1; April 5; May 3Come in and read to one of our certified therapy dogs! This program allows children to read aloud to a dog, to build comfort and confidence and make reading more fun! Dogs are excellent listeners who don’t make a child feel awkward if they stumble. Sign up for a 15-minute reading session beginning February 16 for March 1; March 22 for April 5; and April 19 for May 3.

LEGO League Saturdays, 10:30 amMarch 5, April 9Join our Saturday block party! Eachmonth’s meeting will feature a theme, arelated story or book talk, and an hour ofLEGO building. For children in gradesKindergarten thru 4. • Registration by phone for

March 5 session begins February 19• Registration by phone for

April 9 session begins March 18THIS IS THE LAST BLOCK-BUILDING SESSION OF THE SCHOOL YEAR.

Music ‘N’ Motion Wednesdays, 1:30 pm March 2, 16; April 13, 27; May 11, 25Lori Cohen provides a developmental musicprogram. Class geared for children under 5who are walking. All children participatewith an adult caregiver. Registration notrequired, space is limited to the first 60people. Free tickets at the Circulation Deskone-half hour before program begins.

Yakety Yak 2Fridays, 4:15 pm Discuss a book and enjoy a snack. Register and get your free book. Grade 2 only.March 4Say What?by Margaret Peterson HaddixMay 6The Boxcar Children Beginningby Patricia MacLachlan

StorytimesMondaysApril 4, 11, 18May 2, 9, 16, 23Mother Goose(children under age 2 with adult caregiver): 10:15 amToddler Storytime(ages 2-4 years with adult caregiver):11:00 amNo registration required.

StorytimesThursdaysApril 7, 14, 21, 28May 5, 12, 19, 26Mother Goose(children under age 2 with adult caregiver): 9:15 amToddler Storytime(ages 2-4 years with adult caregiver):10:00 amNo registration required.

Yakety Yak 3Fridays, 4:15 pm Discuss a book and enjoy a snack. Register and get your free book. Grade 3 only.March 11Class Clown by Johanna HurwitzMay 13Fabled Fourth Graders of AesopElementary School by Candace Fleming

Book ChatFridays, 4:15 pmDiscuss a book and enjoy a snack. Register and get your free book. Grades 4 & 5 only.March 18Among the Hiddenby Margaret Peterson HaddixApril 29Unsinkable (Titanic Series)by Gordon KormanMay 20Surviving the Applewhitesby Stephanie Tolan

Library Play HourThursdays, 10:15 amMarch 3, 10, 17Enjoy playing with Library storytelling sets,puppets, blocks, and craft supplies in anunstructured setting. For ages 18 monthsto 4 years. No registration required.

Yakety Yak 2 and 3Friday, April 15; 4:15 pm Grades 2 and 3 only.Discuss the book And Then WhatHappened, Paul Revere? by Jean Fritz.Register and get your free book.

Classic Fairy Tales and Craft Tuesdays, 4:15 pm March 8, 15, 22, 29Once upon a time some children came to the library to hear classic fairy tales such as “The Three Little Pigs” etc. They enjoyed the stories and a fun activity and lived happily ever after! For children ages 4 throughgrade 1. Register by phone for individualsessions beginning February 23.

Mother’s DayStories & Craft Monday, May 24:15 pmStories and a simplecraft for childrengrades 1 through 3.Registration by phonebegins April 18.

Mother’s DayStories & Craft Tuesday, May 34:15 pmStories and a simplecraft for children age4 through Kindergarten.Registration by phonebegins April 18.

Spring Pom Pom Wreath Thursdays, 4:15 pm April 7, 14Learn to make pom poms with yarn andconstruct a colorful springtime wreath todecorate your room. No experience necessary.Must be available to attend both sessions.For children grades 3 – 5. Registration byphone begins March 24. Hudson River Songfest

Monday, April 25; 2:00 pmCelebrate Earth Day by singing and learning about theHudson River, its occupants and its unusual qualities.Write “song libs” about the Hudson and sing themtogether. Our entertainer/facilitator is Linda Richards,former Clearwater music director, whose S.L.Y.M.I.©(Sing Like You Mean It) education program connectschildren and their lives with the natural world throughmusic and especially songwriting. For children ages5 – 11. Registration by phone begins April 11.

Battle of the BooksInformational Meeting Tuesday, April 12; 7:00 pmSee description in Adult/Teen section!

May the Fourth Be with You Wednesday, May 4; 5:30 pmCelebrate Star Wars Day by joining us to watch the original movie, Episode IV – A New Hope (run-time 121 minutes). (If more than 20 register, everyone will be entered in a drawing to win a copy of the newest movie Episode VII – The Force Awakens,released today!). All ages (parents welcome). Registration by phonebegins April 20.

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Library Feud Tuesday, April 19; 6:00 pmJoin a team and compete for book prizes in our Library versionof Family Feud, giving the most popular responses to a varietyof questions. For children grades 4 – 6. Registration by phonebegins April 5.

Trickster Tales Friday, April 1; 4:15 pmCelebrate April Fool’s Daywith mischievous stories,activities and snacks. Forchildren ages 5 - 8.Registration by phonebegins March 18.

ADULT AND TEEN PROGRAMS

Matinee MoviesThursdays, 1:30 pmMarch 3, 10, 17, 24, 31April 7, 14, 21, 28May 5, 12, 19, 26Our weekday matinee film series continues in the Community Room. Mar. 3 “The Walk” (PG-13) Mar. 10 “Experimenter” (PG-13)Mar. 17 “The Martian” (PG-13)Mar. 24 “Woodlawn” (PG-13)Mar. 31 “Freeheld” (PG-13)April 7 “Bridge of Spies” (PG-13)April 14 "Spectre" (PG-13)April 21 “The 33” (PG-13)April 28 "Suffragette" (PG-13)May 5 "Miss You Already" (PG-13)May 12 "Brooklyn" (PG-13)May 19 "In the Heart of the Sea" (PG-13)May 26 "Creed" (PG-13)

ADULT AND TEEN PROGRAMSBeading Earrings for Women’s Shelters Wednesday, March 9; 6:00 pmMonday, May 16; 6:00 pmBeading instructor Joan Lloyd makes about500 pairs of earrings per year that shedonates to battered women's shelterscountrywide. Learn to make earrings (it'sreally not difficult and lots of fun) to aid thisworthy cause. Supplies will be provided.Contribute any old bead jewelry (broken isfine) to add to her supply. For adults &teens grade 6 and up. Registration beginsFebruary 25.

Open MicSunday, March 13, 4:00 pmFriday, May 6, 6:00 pmBring your talents to the library and stepinto the spotlight! You can read poetry,sing, play live music, do a stand-up comedyor magic act, perform a short skit or dra-matic monologue, or demonstrate someother unique talent. Each performer willhave up to ten minutes to perform.Performers register for one or both datesbeginning February 25. Audience membersneed not register.

Create Your Own Masterpiece Painting Tuesday, March 8; 5:30 pmCreate a beautiful acrylic on canvas whileenjoying the company of others. This classwill break the barriers of those who thinkthey have no artistic talent. Everyone createsa painting and leaves with something theycan feel good about. No experience necessary.A photo of the painting will be at theCirculation Desk. Registration beginsFebruary 22. $10.00 materials fee due byMarch 4. Limited space – priority will begiven to those who did not participate inthe December Painting class at the library.

Teen Book Club: Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth PfefferThursday, May 5; 6:30 pmMiranda's sophomore year in high school, andher busy teenage life, is changed foreverwhen a meteor hits the moon, pushing it off itsaxis and causing worldwide earthquakes,tsunamis, and volcanoes; all the thingsMiranda used to take for granted begin todisappear. Told in journal entries, this is anovel you will not soon forget. Snacks &beverages provided. For teens grades 6 and up.Register beginning March 31 at 739-5654to get your FREE copy (for the first 15).

Cortlandt Stamp ClubWednesdays, 6:30 pmMarch 9, 23; April 13, 27; May 11, 25Join a group of worldwide stamp collectorsfor the excitement of a lifelong hobby.Members trade stamps, have talkson various topics, give demonstrations,and more. Adult and teen enthusiasts arewelcome to join the philatelic fun. Youthsunder 12 are welcome with an adult.

March ExhibitsCommunity Room“Under Tuscan Influence” Works inspiredby Early Sienese Painting and the Tuscanlandscape by Maria Pia MarrellaReception: Sat., Mar. 5, 2:00-5:00 pm 2nd Floor Corridor & Conference Room“Mindscapes” Mixed Media by Hillary Korn FontanaReception: Sun., Mar. 6, 2:00-4:00 pmLobby DisplayEarly Beatles Memorabilia by Vivienne Courtney

Book and a BlanketWednesdays, 6:30 pmMarch 2, 16; April 20; May 4, 18Calling all crocheters and knitters! The Libraryis continuing our program called “Book and aBlanket” where we will donate a hand-stitchedblanket and a book to new babies born atHudson Valley Hospital Center. The Library willprovide yarn for the projects and simple patternsto choose from. Join us in the lounge on thefirst and third Wednesdays of the month. Allprojects made will be donated to the hospital.

Color Yourself Calm: Coloring Club for Adults Tuesdays, 6:00 pmMarch 15, April 12, May 24De-stress with an activity we think of asbeing for kids – coloring. Join us for someadult coloring and relax by creating intricate,beautiful designs and images. We will providecoloring sheets, pens, drinks and snacks.Register for one or all dates beginningFebruary 29.

Alzheimer's Education Wednesdays, 10:00 amMarch 9, 16, 23The Alzheimer's Association presents thisthree-part program, providing the latestinformation about Alzheimer's Disease andsupport services available. Learn aboutthe ten signs and early detection, properdiagnosis, stages of the disease andtreatment options, and healthy habits andlifestyle to promote healthy aging.Registration begins February 22.

Writing Group Thursdays, 10:30 amMarch 17, April 14, May 19We all have stories to tell. Give yourself theopportunity to discover or refine the writerwithin you. Join the library's informal, supportivewriting group. Writers of all interests and abilitiesare welcome. Registration begins March 3.

Medicare OutreachFridays, 10:00 am to 1:00 pmMarch 4; April 1; May 6Do you have questions about Medicare? Arepresentative from Empire Blue Cross/Blue Shield will be at the library to answeryour questions. Registration is not necessary.

Monday Morning GamesMondays, 10:30 amMarch 14, April 11, May 9Jump on board to the library’s new monthlymorning game program. Games will rangefrom Bingo to Family Feud, or break intosmaller groups for board games such asScrabble, Monopoly, Uno, Clue, and more.Register for all or one date beginningFebruary 29.

Tai Chi for BeginnersTuesdays, 6:30 pm: March 29; April 5, 12, 26; May 10, 17Tai Chi is a meditative exercise based on centuries-old Chinese principles of health,spirituality, and self-defense. Its natural, relaxed movements promote inner calm andimprove self-awareness, balance, and coordination. Join instructor Robert Chuckrow forthis six-week program. Registration begins March 14.

Estate Planning & Elder Law Tuesday, March 15; 10:00 amDo you have questions about your currentestate plan or need to review or updateyour current documents? Michael Martinof Martin Law, P.C., will discuss exposure toMedicaid, trusts, wills, probate expenses,power of attorney, living wills, and healthcare proxy. Registration begins February 29.

Author Visit: Please Don’t Bite the Baby with Lisa Edwards Tuesday, March 22; 6:30 pmThe CDC estimates there are 4.5 milliondog bites every year and over half of themare to children under the age of 8 years.Parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, andanyone who has dogs and young childrenliving in, or visiting their home, will benefitfrom this program. Through videos and liveexamples, author Lisa Edwardsand Pinball will demonstrate how easy it is to implementthe tips and support offered in Please Don't Bite the Baby to keep your dogs with you and your children safe. Books will be available for purchase. Registration begins March 8.

Teen Advisory Board Tuesday, March 29; 6:30 pmHave a voice in planning our teen programs—meet other teens, blog, review books,volunteer! Join our TAB! For teens grade 6-12.

Teen Book Club: Every Day byDavid Levithan Thursday, March 316:30 pmThe main character, A, wakes

up every morning in a different body. Day to day, A can be male or female, any ethnicity,any size, and in any type of household. Butthen he falls in love and things get REALLYcomplicated. Unlike any other book you’veread, Every Day will have you thinkingabout love in new ways. Snacks andbeverages provided. For teens grades 6and up. Register today at 739-5654 to getyour FREE copy (for the first 15).

April ExhibitsCommunity Room & 2nd Floor Exhibit Areas“Creative to the Core” works by HendrickHudson School District studentsReception: Wed., Apr. 6, 6:30-7:30 pmLobby DisplayHendrick Hudson School District

2016 Battle of the BooksInformational Meeting Tuesday, April 12; 7:00 pmBattle of the Books is a book-based triviatournament for Westchester youth withgoals to promote a love of reading, toexpose students to titles and authors theymight not encounter otherwise, to encouragethem to think of their local library as aresource for entertainment, and inspireteamwork and good sportsmanship in anatmosphere of friendly competition. Teammembers will read five librarian-selectedtitles, attend practice sessions to answer triviaquestions, and represent our library at thecompetition scheduled for October 2016.Open to those in grades 4 - 6 and grades 7 - 10in September of the upcoming school year.Come hear what it’s all about from ourChildren’s and Teen Librarian and those whobattled last year! No registration required.

T-Shirt Craft Night Wednesday, April 13; 6:00 pmTry your hand at two different crafts usingdiscarded t-shirts: a multi-strand infinityscarf and a pom-dot shoulder scarf, bothperfect for the warmer weather to come.Also available will be fabric paints to designyour own t-shirt. Bring a good pair of sharpscissors and old t-shirts in multiple colorsand sizes for cutting; new t-shirts if youplan to design your own. Samples availableto see at the Circulation Desk. Registrationbegins March 31. For adults and teensgrade 6 and up.

HHFL Community Tag & Craft SaleSaturday, April 16; 8:00 am to 2:00 pmThis is a great opportunity to clear the clutterfrom your home, earn some extra money,and support your library! The day willinclude raffles, prizes, and refreshments.Who knows, you may find a treasure!Vendors: bring your own tables; you keep the proceeds of your sales and take home anything you don't sell. Vendor registration begins March 31. Fee of $25.00 per space due by April 13. Limited space.

Spring Hat Design Wednesday, April 27; 6:30 pmJust in time for the Kentucky Derby, designyour own hat. Floppy hats are chic and withsummer just around the corner, they arepractical, too. We provide the hats andembellishments, such as colorful ribbon,studs, flowers, and feathers, and you bringyour own style and personality. Registrationbegins April 14. $10.00 materials fee dueApril 25. Limited space.

Sushi MakingTuesday, May 3; 6:30 pmLearn how to use a bamboo mat and makesushi rolls with Kazuko Omori followingstep-by-step instructions. Each participantwill make two kinds of sushi rolls and bringthem home along with a bamboo mat.Registration begins April 18. $7.00 materialsfee due by April 30.

AARP Defensive DrivingTuesday, May 3 & Wednesday, May 410:00 am to 2:00 pmRegistration begins April 18th (by phoneonly) and a $25.00 material fee ($20.00for current AARP members with member #written on check) is due by April 29th.

Checks or MoneyOrder ONLY payableto AARP. Arriveearly on class dayand bring a snack,driver’s license,AARP membershipcard, and pen.Limited space.

May ExhibitsCommunity Room“Jeanne and Joann - Seeing Red” works by Joann Zwolski and Jeanne DemotsesReception: Sat., May 14, 2:00-4:00 pm 2nd Floor Corridor & Conference Room“Watercolor Impressions” Georgine HonohanReception: Sat., May 14, 2:00-4:00 pmLobby DisplayVintage Cars by Richard Strang

Kentucky DerbySaturday, May 7; 5:30 pmThey call it the most exciting two minutes insports! Put on your best hat & derby attireand join us for traditional Southern fare,mint juleps, and a live viewing of the142nd Running of the Roses. Festivities toinclude hat contest, red carpet photos, andprizes. Registration begins April 21.

"Love, Loss, and What I Wore": A Dramatic Staged ReadingSunday, May 15; 2:00 pmLove, Loss and What I Wore follows funnyfragmented stories and memories aboutfamily and loved ones through the prism ofthe characters' closets. Written by Nora &Delia Ephron, Love, Loss, and What I Woreis like a long heart-to-heart with your bestfriend. Directed by Constance Dyckman,this dramatic staged reading has anensemble cast. A reception will follow theperformance. Advance tickets are availableat the Circulation Desk beginning April 28.

The Read-Through: A Play-Reading GroupThursday, May 19; 4:30 pmNeed a little drama in your life? Join thelibrary’s play-reading group in whichparticipants will read through scripts fromplays, much like actors do when firstpreparing for a production. Our group willnot culminate in a performance – ourgoal is to have fun. Inexperienced andexperienced readers are welcome. Theonly criteria are the love of plays and thejoy of reading. Our play is Howard Lindsay’s“Life with Father.” Registration begins andplays available beginning April 28.

Defensive DrivingSaturday, May 21; 9:00 am to 3:30 pmInstructors: Clare Carey and ElizabethRende. Registration begins May 5 and a$35.00 material fee is due by May 18.Cash or checks payable to FitzpatrickInsurance Center. You’re welcome to bringlunch. Limited space.

“Sense the Wind”: Screening &Discussion with Director &Producer Christine Knowlton Sunday, April 3; 2:00 pmJoin local filmmaker Christine Knowlton at ascreening and discussion of her film “Sensethe Wind.” The 54-minute documentaryweaves together personal stories of fourblind sailors who race in national and inter-national regattas and gain the confidence topress beyond limits in life. Produced over fiveyears, "Sense the Wind" chronicles a story oftremendous courage and independence.Ms. Knowlton is eager to share the film witha broad audience to inspire and effect socialchange.