Books Alive! coming soon 
Season 9 of the Books Alive! Children's Theatre project is about to launch, and this year may be the best yet!
Magic and Mayhem will be performed March 29 by this season's company of talented 8- to 14-year-old actors. The show will feature material from works such as Alice in Wonderland, Aladdin, and Where the Wild Things Are. Once again, Adrienne and Jim Perine will direct the production, and musical director Barbara Ganin will compose and accompany the show's original score.
Practices will start Jan. 7, and will take place from 3:30-5:30 p.m. each Tuesday or Wednesday thereafter, depending on which scene is being rehearsed that particular day.
 The season will culminate with an April 26 trip to Broadway's New Victory Theater to see Fluff. A pizza party will follow, during which Books Alive! participants will get a chance to talk to the show's actors.
Two informational sessions will be held next week to fill in the parents of those interested in participating on the details of this season's event. Those will take place at 7 p.m. Wednesday and Thursday and will last about 45 minutes.
Both sessions are identical, so participants only need to attend one. All issues regarding cost, permission slips, and other details will be covered during these orientations. Those who can't make it should call Mary Lou at 895-3707.
Coming up at the Wallkill Public Library
Tuesday: Textile Tuesdays take place in the community room of Town Hall between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. The American Girl Club will meet at 4:30 p.m. to work on Felted Scrubby Soaps.
Wednesday: The Homework Lab is open between 2:30-5:30 p.m. Children's computers are available for ages 13 and under, with free and easy access to the library's and Wallkill School District's online research tools. Books Alive! Children's Theatre directors Adrienne and Jim Perine will offer an orientation on this year's program for parents and participants from 7-7:45 p.m.
Thursday: The Knit and Crochet Club meets at 6:30 p.m. There will be another orientation session for Books Alive! for those who couldn't make the previous night's. This will also be held from 7-7:45 p.m.
Friday: Part 1 of Clay Snowmen, the 2PartArt Club's project, will be offered at 4 p.m.
 
Get a head start on the holiday here
Wallkill Public Library is celebrating the holiday season with two special events that are coming up soon:
Polar Express Story Time will take place at 4:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 17. Children of all ages are invited to come in and enjoy the story, sip some hot cocoa, and check out the o-gauge train that will be set up downstairs.
A Cookie Walk and Story with Mrs. Claus is set for the following day, starting at 5:30 p.m. Join Santa's missus as she reads a holiday tale, then grab a candy cane and allow the elves who will be on hand to lead you through the Cookie Walk. Holiday Crafts and an Ice Age special will follow from 6-7:30 p.m.
Use your card and get holiday discounts
It's that time of the year again!
From Dec. 1 through Dec. 31, your library card entitles you to more than just great entertainment and a host of educational resources - you can use it to get great deals around town, too!
Show your Wallkill Public Library card at these area businesses and receive great discounts, like 10 percent off any order at China Kitchen and 5 percent off any sale at Weber's Hardware and Paint!
Questions? Call the library at 895-3707.
 
Nutcracker coming to Walden theatre
Walden's New Rose Theatre will be presenting performances of The Nutcracker Dec. 12 through the 15th.
Shows will take place that Thursday and Friday at 7 p.m.; Saturday at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and Sunday at 2 p.m. Admission will be $18 for adults and $15 for seniors and students. For more information, call 778-2478 or email w8amn@aol.com.
The New Rose Theatre is located at 35 E. Main St., off Route 52 in Walden.
Cragsmoor holds special seasonal event
Cragsmoor Free Library will be holding a Cookie Walk and Holiday Sale from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 14.
Gifts available for purchase will include hand-crafted items, library merchandise, and the Cragsmoor Cookbook. Bring your own tins or use the bags provided for the Cookie Walk, and go home with dessert for the week!
Questions? Call Cragsmoor at 647-4611.
 
Teens need libraries, too
Story Timers aren't the only kids who benefit from library usage! As this YouTube video illustrates, places like the Wallkill Public Library can be an invaluable resource for teens, too. Stop in and check out all we have to offer - from free computer resources, to volunteer opportunities, to great programming!
Teens Need Libraries
Teens Need Libraries

 
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