LIBRARY NEWSLETTER - MAY 2015
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MEETINGS
Library Board of
Trustees Meeting
Tuesday
May 12
7:00-9:00pm

All meetings are open 
to the public.

CLOSINGS
The library will be CLOSED on 
Monday, May 25 
for Memorial Day

GREAT READS



1st Wednesday 
Book Group
Wait Till Next Year
by Doris Kearns Goodwin
Wednesday
May 6
7:00pm




Mystery Book Discussion
Death Comes to Pemberley
by P.D. James
Wednesday
May 20
7:00pm


Book Chat & Chocolate
Lost Lake
by Sarah Addison Allen
Thursday
May 28
7:00pm
GREAT FILMS

Tea and a Classic
Saving Grace
Wednesday
May 13
12:00pm

Patrons are welcome to bring light refreshment or a small item for the door prize

Light fare served @ 12:00
Movie starts at 12:30



Foreign Film
I've Loved You So Long
Thursday
May 21
5:30pm
Running time: Approx. 2 hrs.



Classic Sunday
Prokofiev's Cinderella
Sunday
May 17
1:00pm
GREAT KIDS READS
Register for these book groups when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.
Talk It Up Book Club
with Julie Baxter
for Grades 1 & 2
Thursday
May 14
4:30-5:30pm


Book/Snack
Book Club
with Martha LaVallee
for grades 3 & 4
Monday
May 18
4:30-5:30pm




READZZA, READZZA!
Book Club
with Martha LaVallee
Grades 5-8 with an adult
Monday
May 18
6:00-7:00pm
From the Library Director...

The April 21st vote for the 2015/2016 Library Annual Operating Budget passed 473 to 191.  Susanne Vondrak and Tom Dames were elected as trustees.  We thank the Cornwall community for coming out to vote and especially for your support.  A big thanks, as well, to all of the candidates who ran for Trustee.  We are so fortunate to have an engaged community full of talented individuals who are willing to give their time and expertise for the benefit of the library and the Cornwall community.  Thank you for your engagement and your support.

Karen LaRocca-Fels
Adult and Teen Programs
LOCAL AUTHOR EVENT

Reading, Book Signing and Q&A

Tuesday
May 5
6:30pm

Hudson Valley author and Cornwall resident, Bill Braine, will be reading from his debut suspense novel, Bone Hollow, published by Sloan Publishing's new imprint, Hudson Heartland Books.  Come meet the author that Amy Plum, international bestselling author of the Die for Me series, says creates a "rural suspense with killer stakes."

There will be books available for purchase and signing.

Sponsored by the Friends of Cornwall Public Library
Adult Craft Project
Make a Spring Wreath

Tuesday
May 5
2:00pm

Join Mary Ellen and Stella in crafting a celebration of spring!

Please register in advance.  There is a $5 pre-paid fee to participate. Limited to 15 participants.
T.U.T. Meeting
(Teen Underclassmen Team)

Friday
May  8
5:30-7:45pm

For active members only. For more information please call the library and speak with Lisa SinClair at 534-8282.
Great Decisions Discussion Group

Wednesday
April 29
7:00-8:30pm
"Syria's Refugee Crisis"

Wednesday
May  13
7:00-8:30pm
"Human Trafficking in
the 21st Century"

The Great Decisions Program highlights eight of the most thought-provoking foreign policy challenges facing Americans each year.  Great Decisions provides background information, current data and policy options for each issue and serves as the focal text for discussion groups.  If you are interested in joining, contact Rosaleen Leahy, Library Program Coordinator, 845-534-8282, ext. 204, email: rleahy@rcls.org.


Saturday
May  16
1:00-3:00pm 
 

Our savvy teen volunteers will be available to answer your questions about your laptop, tablet, notebook, smart phone, iPod and/or iPad.  This is a drop in event.
Please bring your device! 
KIDS PROGRAMS

Monday
May  4
6:30-7:00pm
 
Wear your PJs and bring your favorite cuddly.  For 3 & 4-year olds with a caregiver, but all children are welcome with an adult.  Pre-register during week prior to the program by calling 534-8282. 

Preschool Story Times
In-person pre-registration required 

Baby Lapsit*
ages birth to 18 months with an adult
Thursdays at 9:30am - Walking
or 10:30am - Not yet walking
April 30, May 7, 14, 21

Toddler Time
ages 18-36 months with an adult
Tuesdays
at 9:30am or 10:30am
April 28, May 5, 12, 19

Circle Story Time
for 3-year olds "all by myself"
Wednesdays at 10:30am 
April 29, May 6, 13, 20 

Preschool Story Time
ages 4 & 5 (not yet in K)
Wednesdays
at 9:30am
April 29, May 6, 13, 20

Thursday
May  28
4:15-5:30pm
 
Paint Really BIG 
Prepping for the 
Summer Reading Program 
Kick-off Event

         For Grades K-12 
         Dress for Mess!

There is limited space.  Please pre-register the week before the program by calling 534-8282.
Family Build-It
A drop-in event!

Saturday
May  30
10:00-11:30am
Bring the kids and come create a masterpeice using Legos, K'Nex and floor blocks.  All materials supplied - just bring your creativity.
 
No need to register! 
... and more
Creative Writing Group

Meets most Mondays at
12:00 Noon
in the Library Community Room

Join an informal discussion with people who enjoy writing and sharing their thoughts and ideas.  All are welcome!
Museum Passes

Did you know that the library has several Museum Passes available to Cornwall Public Library cardholders to borrow? These passes, sponsored in part by the Friends of Cornwall Library, are available for you to borrow for free admission to the following museums and sites:

 Storm King Art Center
    Intrepid Sea, Air & Space Museum
    Frick Collection
    NY Historical Society
    Boscobel

The passes are available to borrow for three days and may be reserved. Please call the library at 845-534-8282 for more information or to reserve a Museum Pass.
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