Cornwall Public Library Newsletter - February 2023 |
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From the Director's Desk... |
I wanted to see what the holidays are in February. I found out that there is at least one for each day, sometimes more.
February is Black History month but it also has Chinese New Year, National Freedom Day, National Get Up Day, World Interfaith Harmony Week, National Hedgehog Day, Candlemas Day, Ground Hog Day, National Signing Day, National Tater Tot Day, National Women Physician's Day, National Carrot Cake Day, Feed the Birds Day, National Golden Retriever Day, Rosa Parks Day, Give Kids A Smile Day, International Day of Human Fraternity, National Wear Red Day, Thank Your Mailman Day, World Cancer Day, World Nutella Day, National Send a Card to a Friend Day, National Safer Internet Day, National Kite Flying Day, National Boy Scout Day, Thomas Edison's Birthday, International Day of Women and Girls in Science, National Inventor's Day, Lincoln's Birthday, World Radio Day, Arizona Statehood Day, Valentine's Day, and International Book Giving Day. And that only takes us to February 14th! Halfway through the month, and more holidays than one can know what to do with! The list also didn't include two of my would-be favorites to celebrate, Sticky Bun Day and Banana Bread Day (I've got good Gluten Free recipes for both!).
Are you looking for something to do, other than looking up all the holidays in a month? Come in to see which program suits you or look them up on our website. We've got Take your Child to the Library Day, Dog Tales, Family Story Times, Midday Matinee, book discussion groups for all ages, Movie Monday (an evening movie option at CPL), a lecture called "The Harlem Renaissance," a Saturday story time, and Blind Date with a Book.
Or just come in to check out your next read. My last one was The War Librarian by Addison Armstrong. Set in 1918, a timid young woman works in the Dead Letter Office when a letter from someone in her past crosses her desk. What she does next sets off a chain of events that changes her life and influences the life of a future young woman.
Happy February!
Charlotte A. Dunaief
Library Director
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Library Board of Trustees |
Wednesday, February 8
7:00pm
All meetings are open to the public. The current agenda and meeting packet can be found here.
Interested in serving the Cornwall community through library leadership? There will be three (3) open Trustee positions on the ballot at this year's budget vote. Completed petitions to run for these positions are due at the library by 5pm on February 20. Click here for more information on becoming a CPL Trustee.
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Attention OverDrive Users!
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The bad news: The OverDrive app will be officially discontinued on April 30, 2023. The good news: you can still access our huge electronic collection simply by switching over to the Libby app. The time is now!!
Switching is easy. Get the free Libby app on your mobile device from the Apple App Store or the Google Play Store. Log in with your library card number and PIN and you're all set. If you have any questions about switching over or using the Libby app, please contact us or stop by the Reference Desk during your next library visit. We would be happy to assist you!
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"A Paris Portrait"
by David Nicholls
Enjoy a quick trip to Paris without all the hassle and expense of actual travel. Mr. Nicholls's work will be on display in the Library Community Room until February 23rd.*
*Because this room is also used for programs, patrons are encouraged to call prior to their visit to make sure the exhibit will be accessible for viewing.
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Winter Weather Delays & Closings |
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Because we are still in the season of snow and ice, please remember to check our website for weather delay or closing notifications BEFORE you head to the library. We will always post that information right at the top of our homepage - www.cornwallpubliclibrary.org.
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Blind Date with a Book
February 1 - March 4
Back popular demand! Stop by and choose a book from our display (yes, sight unseen!) Read it, complete a "Rate Your Date" bookmark and return it with your book. You may not fall in love (let's hope you can make it past the first few chapters!), but at least you will be entered into a prize drawing - how many blind dates can offer that?
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Midday Matinee
Tuesday, February 7
12:00pm
Enjoy a break in your day and take in a movie. February’s selection is Top Gun Maverick - Rated PG-13.
A drop-in event - no registration required.
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Teen Tech Tutoring
Tuesday, February 7 @3:30pm
Thursday, February 23 @11:00am
Got tech questions? Let our savvy teen volunteers assist you. Bring your devices and your questions. No appointments needed - first come, first served.
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Monday Night Movie
February 13
6:00pm
Enjoy free popcorn and a movie with this new evening program. February's selection is the 1985 comedy/romance Desperately Seeking Susan - Rated PG-13.
A drop-in event - no registration required.
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The Harlem Renaissance:
Courage, Grace and Vision
Monday, February 20
6:15-7:30pm
via Zoom
Janet Mandel, retired art history / world languages & culture instructor looks at many of the inspired artists who produced astonishing and ground-breaking works that transformed African American identity and history, as well as American culture.
Please register via the library website. A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants on the day of the program. |
AARP Tax-Aide
Select Wednesdays
February 1, 8, 15, 22
9:00am-3:30pm
IRS certified volunteers are available to prepare tax returns for free. This service is available by appointment only. Appointments are made directly through AARP (the library staff does not take appointments). Please call 1-800-899-1479, M-F, 9am-2pm to schedule.
AARP membership is not required and there are no age restrictions.
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2023 Oscar Contest
February 1st -
March 10th
Time to put all your celebrity obsession to good use! Enter our Oscar Contest with your best guesses and you could be one of our lucky prize winners. Grand prize is a $50 gift card.
Ballots will be available starting February 1st. Submit either in-person or online by Friday, March 10th at 6pm. See how many winners you can pick!
Sponsored by Friends of Cornwall Library
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Empires of the Mediterranean
Cruise from Venice to Athens
October 17-27, 2023
Take in all the riches of this fabled region with Friends of Cornwall Library and World Wide Travel of Cornwall. On this Viking cruise participants will: discover the Acropolis & the ancient ruins of Olympia; delight in the beauty of Corfu; explore the medieval warrens of Kotor, Dubrovnik & Zadar; and enjoy a visit to Koper for an in-depth exploration of picturesque Slovenia.
For additional information (price & amenities) or to book, contact Manuela Mocan at 845-534-4333 or Brenda Goldfarb at 845-527-5468 before February 28. Flyers with additional information are available at the library.
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Creative Writers
Mondays
11:30am-1:30pm
Always open to new members. A virtual option can be made available if needed. Call the library at 845-534-8282 for more info.
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Member's Choice
Book Group
February 1 @4:00pm
This Empires of the Sky
by Alexander Rose
New members are always welcome. Please call 845-534-8282 if you need a virtual option.
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Mystery Book Group
February 16 @2:00pm
The 7 1/2 Deaths of
Evelyn Hardcastle
by Stuart Turton
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Out & About
Book Group
February 22 @7:00pm
Ask Again, Yes
by Mary Beth Keane
Join us in February at Leo's for some food, drinks & lively discussion. New people are always welcome! To help coordinate with the restaurant, we are asking anyone planning to attend to register via the library website.
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Book Chat & Chocolate
February 23 @7:00pm
The Librarian Spy
by Madeline Martin
New members are always welcome...and chocolate is always served!
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Veterans Writing Workshop
Select Saturdays
February 18 & 25
1:00-2:30pm
A creative writing workshop specifically open to and designed for veterans and active duty military. Learn the skills that will help you write your valuable stories.
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The Many Lives of the Cornwall Public Library
Monday, February 27
7:00-8:00pm
Join presenter Susan Kamlet as she shares the rich and varied history of the CPL in this informative program sponsored by the Cornwall Historical Society.
A drop-in event - no registration required.
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Great Decisions materials now available!
The 2023 briefing book for America's largest discussion program on world affairs is now available for purchase ($25) at the library. We also have a course-reserve copy for review at the Adult Reference Desk. Our 2023 meeting time schedule is still being finalized, so stay tuned for that important information.
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Programs for Kids & Teens |
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Take Your Child to the Library Day
Saturday, February 4
10:00am-12:00pm
We’re celebrating this year with the magic of Mo Willems. Enjoy special crafts, photo ops and dramatic story readings. (Creative Elephant and Piggie, Pigeon or Knuffle Bunny costumes optional, but always encouraged!)
An all-ages, family drop-in event.
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Family Story Time
Select Tuesdays
February 7, 14, & 21
9:30am OR 10:30am
Enjoy a story time with the whole family. Registration is required and opens via the library website one week prior to each class.
Adults only need to register their
child(ren) - not themselves.
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PJ Story Time
Select Wednesdays
February 1 & 15
6:30pm
All Ages Welcome
Wear your PJs, bring a favorite cuddly, and enjoy stories & songs at the library.
Registration is required and opens via the
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Saturday Morning Story Time
February 25
9:30am
Enjoy a special story time for the whole family on the weekend. Space is limited. Registration is required and opens via the library website one week prior to the program. |
Dog Tales
Select Mondays
February 6 & 20
6:00-7:00pm
Grades K-12
Come read to a furry friend from Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause.
15-minute time slot of your choosing. Registration opens one week prior to each program.
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Art Afternoon
Tuesday, February 14
4:30pm
K-12th Grades
Working with Watercolor Pencils
(Rescheduled from January)
Learn the different techniques for using these special pencils to create your own watercolor masterpiece. Dress for mess.
Registration is required and opens via the library website one week prior to the program. |
Chess Time
Saturday
February 18
11:00am - 12:00pm
All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring a friend or play with someone new. An instructor will be available to answer questions.
A drop-in event - no registration required.
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Come join us for a...
Winter StoryWalk®
Enjoy a walk inside the library, stopping at each panel to read a portion of Life by Cynthia Rylant. For added fun, see if you can complete our accompanying I SPY activity.
The StoryWalk® Project was created by Anne Ferguson of Montpelier, VT and developed in collaboration with
the Vermont Bicycle & Pedestrian Coalition and the Kellogg Hubbard Library.
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ChatterBooks
February 2 @4:30pm
K-2nd Grades
Mirror Mirror
by Marilyn Singer
Register in person when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.
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Book Break
February 9 @4:30pm
3rd & 4th Grades
We the Children
by Andrew Clements
Register in person when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.
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Readzza Readzza
February 16 @4:30pm
5-8th Grades
Winterhouse
by Ben Guterson
Register in person when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.
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Teen Book Group
February 13 @6:30pm
9-12th Grades
Keep This to Yourself
by Tom Ryan
Register in person when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.
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T.U.T.
February 3 @5:45pm
Grades 6-12. A library teen advisory board for established members only. Please contact Lisa SinClair at lsinclair@rcls.org for more information. |
Game Day
Tuesday
February 21
1:00-3:00pm
An informal time to enjoy an old favorite or learn to play something new. We'll provide the games & puzzles. Invite along a friend!
A drop-in event for the whole family. Games geared toward school-age children.
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