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Howland Public Library

Public Library of the Beacon City School District

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Featured Article

Pete Seeger (1919-2014)

Come to the library to see our display of works by or about Pete Seeger or find the works in our library catalog. Pete and Toshi Seeger donated many of these books, DVDs, and CDs to the library, so they would be accessible to the whole community. They seldom missed an opportunity to support the library and other institutions that work for the public good.

You can show your support for libraries by reading and signing the Declaration for the Right to Libraries. The Declaration reminds us why public libraries are important.

Navigating Healthcare Options

Photo: Yi Chen

There are many health plan options to choose from today. The Maternal-Infant Services Network (MISN) can help adults of all ages make a knowledgeable choice and navigate through the somewhat confusing application process.

Navigators will be at HPL to help with affordable healthcare enrollment by appointment:

2/14, 2/28, 3/14, 3/28

To schedule an appointment call MISN toll free at

1-800-453-4666

Free AARP Tax Help at HPL

Free tax preparation and e-filing of Federal and NYS returns for low- and moderate-income taxpayers -- especially those age 60 and older -- from now until April 15th at HPL.

By appointment only:
Dial 2-1-1 or

1-800-899-1479

Click here for a list of important documents to bring to your appointment. Find more information at aarp.org/taxaide

Family of Anne Petix Donates in Her Memory

Photo: Ginny Figlia

HPL was able to purchase these wonderful new children's books thanks to the generosity of Karen Morgan and family. Anne Petix was a teacher, library patron, and supporter who enjoyed home services provided by HPL staff. After her death, her daughter Karen made a $500 Morgan/Petix donation to purchase books in her mother's memory. This gift will be appreciated by HPL children for many years to come.

Tail Waggin' Tutors!

Photo: Ginny Figlia

"Dogs are wonderful --- they listen patiently

and they don't criticize."

Children in grades 1-5 who need practice reading will have the opportunity to read aloud to a specially trained dog from Therapy Dogs International. Children will have a quiet spot in the Children's Room to sit with Aries, pictured above. They can choose a library book, or bring a book from home, to read to their furry friend.

Aries and owner Caley will be at the library the second Tuesday of each month:

2/11, 3/11, 4/8, 5/13

4:00 - 5:30 PM

Parents may sign children up for a 15 minute time slot each month; however, priority will be given to those who have not had a turn. Register by contacting Ginny Figlia, Youth Services Librarian, at 845-831-1134 x 103.

From the Director

Thanks to everyone who supported Food for Fines! Donations benefited our neighbors who rely on the New Vision Church of Deliverance Food Pantry at the Beacon Community Resource Center.

As I sit working in the comfort of my home while the snow accumulates, I also would like to thank the people who are out in the cold clearing our roads, keeping our lights on, responding to emergencies, and generally watching out for us.

Safe home, everyone!

Fanny Keaton