 "I find that when I come out of the library I'm in what I call the library bliss of being totally taken away from the distractions of life."
- Tracy Chevalier
Author of Girl with a Pearl Earring |
Dear ,
Great news at the Delaware Branch
We now have an after-hours book drop!
Also, we've had so many questions this week on the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, here are some highlights:
First-Time Homebuyer Credit Expands. Homebuyers who purchase in 2009 can get a credit of up to $8,000 with no payback requirement.
Payroll Checks Increase This Spring. The Making Work Pay Tax Credit will mean $400 to $800 for many Americans. The IRS has issued new withholding tables for employers.
$250 for Social Security Recipients, Veterans and Railroad Retirees. The Economic Recovery Payment will be paid by the Social Security Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs and the Railroad Retirement Board.
Money Back for New Vehicle Purchases. Taxpayers who buy certain new vehicles in 2009 can deduct the state and local sales taxes they paid.
If you want more details, check out the IRS site here.
Cordially,
Elissa Kane
on behalf of the Albany Public Library | |
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Caldecott/Newbery
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Remember last month's "Build a Reading Family" tip? Know the awards! Here's your chance to make that happen in a fun and entertaining way.
Mark your calendars for the return of our Caldecott/Newbery tea on Sunday, March 1, 2-4PM, at the Main Library.
Parents, teachers, librarians and students are invited for a cozy afternoon chat about the 2009 medal winners and honor books. | |
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FOL Book Review |
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Tuesday, March 3 @ Noon, the Friends welcome Dr. Martha Rozette, University at Albany Professor of English Lit, to review Alfred and Emily written by Nobel Laureate, Doris Lessing.
Light refreshments will be served. This event is free and open to the public but please consider joining the Friends for even more fun!
(FYI FOL = Friends of the Library)
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| Money...and Managing it! |
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Economics got ya down? Have a little extra time on your hands? Drop by the Main Library on Wednesday, March 4th @9AM for Managing your Money, a workshop presented by SEFCU.
Stay after the program for some one-on-one assistance.
Please contact the Reference Department at 427-4303 for more information or to register. Space IS limited.
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June's Corner of the Library |
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I have carried books with me for as long as I can remember. I don't
just bring a book on a long car ride or to a doctor's appointment- I
bring them almost everywhere. I've brought books to soccer practice,
basketball games, sleepovers, and the mall. And I always bring books
to school.
Books give me a sense of security. If I have a book with me, I will
never be bored or lack something to do. Every situation can become an
opportunity to learn if I have my book with me. When asked why I need
to bring a book out to dinner or to the orthodontist I'll say just
three words-just in case. When I go on vacation, even if only for a
few days, I bring anywhere from three to seven books. I slip big
hard-covers, thin paperbacks and all sizes in between into the cracks
in my suitcase or back pack. If the vacation proves boring or it rains
everyday at summer camp, I will still have a good time.
Each year when I go to music camp, I bring plenty of books. I can be
seen lugging Harry Potter, Pride and Prejudice, and other books
across campus along with a heavy violin case and a bag of music.
Yes, it might be a little crazy to always have a book (and back up
books) with me. But there have been times when I am stranded at a
party with no book and a bunch of little kids watching the Cartoon
Network so I carry a book with me- just in case.
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Head on over to Schenectady for the Underground Railroad History Conference today through Sunday. Check out the details here.
Mark your calendars for March 21st at 12:30 for the opening reception for Robin Winburn and Mary Greenfield. The two artists open their shows, Hand-crafted books and Colorful Quilts at Congregation Agudat Achim. The exhibit runs through Mary 9th.
Don't forget, we're still doing income tax returns at APL. Saturdays are walk in days, and Wednesdays are by appointment only. I understand, the folks in the community are keeping our tax preparers very busy. So, come on in or call for a Wednesday appointment today at 427-4303.
Stiletto Salon at 1315 Central Avenue in Albany, NY will be offering $.99 haircuts to the unemployed people of New York State for one week beginning Saturday, March 14th 9AM-5PM through Saturday, March 21st 2009 9AM-5PM. To take advantage of this offer, people must show a valid unemployment card and matching ID at time of check-in. An appointment must be made in advance. Christine Galeo, owner of Stiletto Salon, says: "Appearance is important for first impressions when interviewing for a job. Hopefully this will help job seekers."
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