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Literacy Training at the Library
Starting on April 11 at 5:30 p.m. in the community room, the Ulster Literacy Association will begin orientation for adults who wish to become literacy volunteers. The training program will continue on three Saturdays in a row, April 14, 21, and 28 from 9:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. in the community room. Come share the written word with those in your community who need help reading. Please call the Ulster Literacy Association office at 845-331-6837 to register for this great opportunity. You can also learn more about tutoring at ulsterliteracy.org. |
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National Library Week
Celebrate National Library Week by stopping by and visiting the Library. Check out our display of new books including large print versions of best sellers. We've added more shelving for DVDs. Ask Librarian Sue Scott your tech questions. Ask for a demonstration of our Nook or Kindle e-readers. Take advantage of our free wifi. Need helium for your party balloons? Free pencils and bookmarks with the National Library Week will be available while supplies last.
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Stories in the Park
Spring is in the air and once again it's time for Miss Susan's annual Stories in the Park program. Meet with her on Thursday afternoons, 12:30-1:00 p.m. on May 10th, 17th, and 24th at Cluett-Schantz Park.
Bring your preschoolers so they can enjoy the outdoors, new friends, and great stories. In the event of rainy weather, the program will be cancelled and will not be made up.
All are welcome to join Miss Susan for an afternoon of sun and reading at the park, no registration necessary! 
For more information on the Stories in the Park program or any other Library programs, please call the library at 236-7272, or visit the website at, www.marlborolibrary.org . |
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Monday Computer Help
Most of the reference questions we get nowadays concern questions about computers and other technologies. Sue Scott, Tech Librarian, will be available to help with your questions from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m., and from 1 - 3 p.m. on Mondays.
Stop by on Mondays and take advantage of Sue's expertise - - better yet, make an apppointment with her! Some of the topics include, but are not limited to:
PC Basics for Beginners: Learn the basics!
Job Search: Bring your resume and check out new job search online sources. Internet Fun: Learn about social media websites, like Twitter and Facebook. Bring your laptop: Set up virus and malware protection. Sue Scott is also skilled in scanning photos, saving digital photos, and available to help with certain projects as well. |
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New Art Exhibit in the Community Room
During the month of April, Nora Scarlett, a professional photographer for over thirty years will be showing her exhibit, "The Scarlett Letters and Numbers" in the community room. Scarlett moved to the New Paltz area in 1998, prior to that she had a thriving studio in New York City where she won numerous awards.
The exhibit features thirty-six still-life photographs that illustrate each letter of the alphabet and numbers from one to ten. Every object in the alphabet images begins with the letter and every object in the number images represents the number in various ways.
Ms. Scarlett designed this exhibit to show in public spaces, like libraries for people of all ages to enjoy. Stop by during April to check out this intriguing, colorful display of photographs. |
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"Second Saturday Sales" at the Book Barn
The Friends of the Marlboro Library are excited to announce that the Book Barn will reopen this year on Saturday, May 12. In a change from previous years, the barn will be open only once a month, but for exended hours. The Book Barn is open to the public and sells quality used books, videos, and DVDs that are donated by our communuity. It is located adjacent to the Library's north parking lot and will open on the second Saturday of the month from May through October, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
If you are interested in volunteering as the Friends of the Marlboro Library organize the "Second Saturday Sales," or if you want to donate materials, please contact Cheryl at 236-7987. |
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Batter Up to Benefit Libraries
Tickets are now on-sale online for a minor league baseball game that will benefit all public libraries in Ulster County including the Marlboro Library. The game which starts at 7:05 p.m. on Saturday, June 30 will pit the Hudson Renegades against The Staten Island Yankees. For only $15, general admission ticket holders will get a free hat and there will be a fireworks display after the game! For ticket sales to benefit libraries, buyers must go to the site GadesGroups.com and use the password ucla1. Part of the proceeds will benefit the Ulster County Library Association. Act now! Don't be disappointed; fireworks games sell out early.
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Next Book Club meeting - April 25, 7 p.m.
The next Book Club discussion, which is open to any adult in the district, will be on Parrot & Olivier in America by Peter Carey. Australian-born author Carey is a two-time winner of the Man Booker Prize (Oscar and Lucinda, True Story of the Kelly Gang). His usual irreverent take on historical fiction this time deals with Alexis de Tocqueville and his servant and their visit to 1831 America. The book features a dual narrative with each party presenting alternate perspectives. Mr. Carey's 12th novel, " The Chemistry of Tears," which will be published next month, also features a dual narrative and is already receiving rave reviews.
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Stewart's Grant Received
The Library wishes to thank the Stewart's Foundation for its gift of $350 received as part of its annual Holiday Match grant. These grants are used to benefit children 18 years and under who live in an area where their shops are located and the money was raised. The Library plans to use our donation for the children's summer programming. With so many organizations experiencing challenging times, we appreciate their contribution to the children of our community. |
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