March 2016 Newsletter
From the Library Director... 
Connection and meaning.  That's what people are looking for in today's world according to futurist/thought leader and business strategist, Seth Godin.  In these days of digital connectedness and the endless bombardment of information, Godin maintains that we still crave the human touch, the face to face conversation, and relationships that bring meaning and purpose to our lives.  It's not all about money or having the latest devices.  What we don't have enough of is time or meaningful connection.  "If people can offer us connection and meaning and a place where we can be our best selves -- we will seek that out," asserts Godin.  There are few public places where this can happen, which is why the public library remains that essential community connection, the central location where all are welcome.  We are a gathering place, an education center, a digital connect.  We welcome you to come and use our digital tools, ask questions and seek help from our knowledgeable staff, as well as share our materials.  So if you haven't dropped in here in awhile, please do!  See what we are offering up this Spring.  Check out our online tools and access to our catalog to order conveniently from home.  But do stop in, stay awhile, meet up with friends, learn something new.  We would like to make the connection.
Mary Lou Carolan
mlcarolan@rcls.org
845-534-8282, ext. 201

KIDS, TEENS & FAMILIES
 

CHESS TIME
Open to all ages!
For any skill range from beginner
to accomplished players.
An instructor will be available. Just drop-in!
 
March 15, 29 
April 12, 26 
May 10, 31 
All sessions @ 4:30 PM  


Preschool Storytimes
In-person registration required

Baby Lapsit*
ages birth to 18 months with an adult 
Tuesdays @ 9:30am - walking 
or 10:30am - not yet walking 
March 1, 8, 15, 22
*no older siblings please 

Toddler Time
ages 18-36 months with an adult
Fridays @ 9:30am or 10:30am 
March 4, 11, 18, 25
**New time: Wednesdays @ 10:30 
March 2, 9, 16, 23 

Circle Story Time 
for 3-year olds "all by myself"
Thursdays @ 10:30am 
March 3, 10, 17, 24

Preschool Storytime 
ages 4 & 5 (not yet in K)
Thursdays @ 9:30am 
March, 3, 10, 17, 24 

After School Story Time
Wednesday
March 2
4:30pm

Enjoy a reading of Bartholomew and the Oobleck by Dr. Seuss in honor of his 112th Birthday! For those who can sit through a long Seuss story. 
Teen Writing Group
for grades 6-12 

Thursday March 3
&
Tuesday March 15
6:00-7:00 pm

 

T.U.T. Meeting
 (Teen Underclassmen Team)

Friday 
 March 4
5:30-7:45pm

For active members only. For more information call the library at 534-8282 and speak with Lisa SinClair.
 
Pajama Storytime

Monday
March 7
&
March 21
@ 6:30pm

 
Wear your PJs and bring your favorite cuddly. For 3 & 4 yr. olds with a caregiver, but all are welcome.  Please pre-register the week before the program by calling 534-8282.

Family Build-It
A drop-in event!

Saturday
March 12
10:00-11:30 am

Bring the kids and come create a masterpiece using Legos and floor blocks. All materials supplied - just bring your creativity.

 
DROP-IN FILM EVENT!

He Named
Me Malala


Tuesday
March 15
6:00-7:30pm

An intimate portrait of Nobel Peace Prize Laureate Malala Yousafzai, who was targeted by the Taliban and severely wounded by a gunshot when returning home on her school bus. She miraculously survived and is now a leading campaigner for girls' education globally as co-founder of the Malala Fund. The film gives us an inside glimpse into this extraordinary young girl's life.

Rated PG-13, parents strongly cautioned

Battle of the Books Discussion Group
Thursday
 March 17
6:00-7:00pm

All books are available in the library for borrowing.  This is the first of several discussion groups. Please register when you pick-up the book at our circulation desk.

This month's pick:
Son of the Mob by Gordon Korman 
 
 
  Discover the Work of Christopher Myers
 
  Thursday
March 24
4:15-5:30pm

For Grades K-12 
Dress for ink!
  

Limited space!
Please register one week prior
to program by calling 534-8282.
 


FOR ADULTS

   

Stampin' Up Card Making Workshop


Tuesday   
March 1   
6:30-7:30 pm

Participants create two original greeting cards
to take home. All materials supplied.

There is limited space! Please register beginning Feb. 22nd by calling 534-8282.
 
 


Saturday
March 5th 
1:00-2:30pm 
 
Make a pie recipe (pizza, meat pie, etc). Bring recipe and dish to share. Microwave available. Light refreshments served. 

Limited space -- please pre-register
by calling 534-8282. This is an adults only program. 
Great Decisions Discussion Group

Wednesday
March 9
7:00-8:30pm
"Kurdistan's Future"

The Great Decisions Program discusses topics of concern to U.S. Foreign Policy.  The group meets one Wednesday evening per month January through June, and resumes in September. The discussions are based on topics supplied by the Foreign Policy Association at fpa.org. There is a briefing book, containing articles on each topic, and a DVD, which is shown at the start of each meeting. Please register with Rosaleen Leahy either in-person, by phone (845-534-8282) or email: rleahy@rcls.org.
 

Cornwall Public Library is, once again, pleased to present...
Irish Music
with Brian Conway and Brendan Dolan

Sunday
March 13
2:00-3:30pm
at Munger Cottage
(located behind the library)
395 Hudson St., Cornwall, NY 

Born in New York and raised on Irish Traditional Music, both Brian and Brendan have toured internationally and played on many recordings.

This is a FREE concert!
All are welcome -no registration required

Cornwall Public Library

Can Help Lead You To A



One-on-One Job Coaching
 
1 Hour Sessions 
with a Career Counseling Professional 
(a $175 Value - FREE to You) 
Monday, March 14, 5:00-8:00pm 
Wednesday, April 27, 5:00-8:00pm 
Monday, May 9, 5:00-8:00pm 
(only 3 slots available each date) 
Learn ANCESTRY With Me

Saturday

March 19
10:30-11:30am
 



Come for a lesson in genealogy search with Charlotte, our Head of Adult Services

The library has a few laptops available to borrow. Patrons are encouraged to bring their own laptops. This program is limited to 15 people. Register the week before the program by calling 534-8282.

Apple 
Workshop 

A drop-in event

Saturday
March 19
1:00-2:00pm

Come for an Apple device training session with a certified Apple trainer.  Bring your ipad or iphone and your questions.
 
Monday
March 23
2:00-4:00pm

Have tech questions? Our savvy teen volunteers will be available to answer your questions about your laptop, tablet, smart phone, notebook, ipad or ipod.

  A drop-in event - please bring your device! 
 
MODERN CHINA THROUGH FILM LECTURE SERIES

Wednesday
March 23 
5:30-7:45pm
 
This month's film:
Chinese Box  
Lecture:  
Hong Kong: The Handover 1997 


This is a drop-in event! 
Presenter: Dr. Lan Jiang, VP of the 
Orange County Chinese Association

CALENDAR

Visit the library's
complete calendar

MEETINGS 

Library Board of Trustees Meeting 

Wednesday    
March 9    
7:00-9:00 pm 
 
All meetings are open 
to the public.  
Call 534-8282 for  
more information.


GREAT READS 

1st Wednesday

Book Group
 
Reading the best
in Non-Fiction!
 
Gutenberg's
Apprentice  
by Alix Christie 
Wednesday 
March 2 
7:00pm

Mystery Book 
Discussion Group
The Cuckoo's Calling 
by Robert Galbraith 
Wednesday 
March 16   
7:00pm

Book Chat & Chocolate 
Girl Underwater 
by Claire Kells   
Thursday 
March 24
7:00pm


GREAT FILMS  
Tea and a Classic 
Leap Year 
Wednesday 
March 9   
12:00-3:00pm 
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


Classic Sunday
Finian's Rainbow  
Sunday
  March 20  
1:00pm
 

Foreign Film
Fill the Void 
Tuesday  
March 22   
6:00pm  


GREAT KIDS READS



Talk It Up Book Group
with Julie Baxter 
for Grades 1 & 2 
How to Heal a
Broken Wing  
by Bob Graham 
Thursday 
March 10 
4:30-5:30


Book/Snack
Book Group
 
with Martha LaVallee 
for Grades 3&4 
How To Train Your Dragon 
by Cressida Cowell 
Tuesday 
March 8
4:30-5:30pm 
 
  Readzza, Readzza! 
Book Group 
Share your thoughts!  
with Martha LaVallee

for Grades 5-8  
Roller Girl 
by Victoria Jamieson
Tuesday
March 8  
6:00-7:00


SERVICES AND MORE!


WE GO WHERE YOU GO
RCLS App
Did you know you can install an App on your smartphone or tablet to search the library's catalog, place a hold for an item, and more? Search for "RCLS" in your App Store.

Your library is just 
one click away!
Powered by Boopsie for Libraries    
Please call us at 534-8282 for more information

MOBILE PRINT IS
AT  YOUR LIBRARY
Wherever you are, the library is now a destination for printing! For more information or instructions on how to use the service please visit: www.cornwallpubliclibrary.org or call 534-8282.



Free New York Times
Digital Access

The Cornwall Public Library is now providing full, free digital access to the New York Times both in the library and from home - or anywhere using a digital device.

Registering with an email is all it takes for full access within the library. Or get free access from home for 72 hours. For more information or instructions on how to use the service please visit: www.cornwallpubliclibrary.org or call 534-8282.



Creative Writers 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!