From the

Director's Desk...

Oh, my! I can't believe January 2024 is already here! I'm still glad to be back in the Library building, and I'm still hoping that you will visit us, soon, if you haven't already!  

Here are some incentives to visit:

On January 2^nd our Midday Matinee (noon start time) will feature Barbie. I'm curious, are you? I wish I could take the time off to see it. A new Art Exhibit is opening on January 11 at 4 PM. It is "A Picture Book Deconstructed." That's all I'll say. Come in to see for yourself! On January 19^th "Baby & Me" is making a comeback. Sign up in advance for one of the two time slots. My last plug is for Chess Time on January 20 from 11-12. This one's for all ages and playing levels.  

There are other things, too, check out our calendar at https://www.cornwallpubliclibrary.org/calendar/ !

So, you see there's lots to do here, besides browsing books. Come join us, there's something for just about everyone!

Charlotte A. Dunaief

Library Director

cdunaief@rcls.org

Library Hours

We are so glad to be back open in the library building! As a reminder our hours are:



MON-THUR: 9:00am-8:00pm

FRI: 9:00am-6:00pm

SAT: 9:00am-4:00pm

SUN: 1:00pm-4:00pm

Holiday Closing

The library will be closed Sunday & Monday, December 31 & January 1 for the New Year's holiday.

Monthly Business Meeting

Wednesday, January 10

7:00pm

Library Community Room

All meetings are open to the public. The current agenda and meeting packet can be found here.

Art Exhibit Opening

"A Picture Book Deconstructed- Mama Loon and Mr. Dale"

by Theresa DeSalvio

Thursday, January 11

4:00 - 5:00pm

Exhibit runs from

January 11 - February 29, 2024

Have you ever looked at a picture book and wondered how it came to be? This exhibition presents a unique opportunity to see the original artwork of a picture book for children, and all who share a love and respect for nature, side-by-side with the art in published form. It is a chance for the viewer to experience how images, along with text, become transformed and integrated to tell a story.

Midday Matinee

Tuesday, January 2

12:00 PM

Barbie

Rated PG-13

Running Time: 1 hr. 54 minutes

Enjoy a break in your day and take in a movie. Drop-In Event – No Registration Required.

Teen Tech Tutoring

Monday

January 15

2:00 - 3:00 PM

Got tech questions? Let our savvy teen volunteers assist you. Bring your devices and your questions. No appointments needed - first come, first served

Monday Night Movie

Monday

January 15

6:00 PM

The Last of Sheila

Rated PG

Running Time: 2 Hrs.

Enjoy free popcorn and a classic movie at the library!

In this 1973 film, a year after Sheila is killed by a hit-and-run driver, her wealthy husband invites a group of friends to spend a week on his yacht playing a scavenger hunt mystery game. The game turns out to be all too real and all too deadly.

A Drop-In Event; No Registration Required.

Vermilion Tree Collage Workshop

Thursday

January 25

1:00 PM- 3:30 PM

(Snow Date 1/30/24)

Create your very own red tree with nationally recognized collage maker, Susan Minier, using decorative, colorful scrapbooking sheets. Participants are encouraged to bring special papers, buttons, beads, gems, sharp scissors, and stickers as embellishments.

Online registration is open here! If registration is full, please call the library at 845-534-8282 to be placed on a waiting list.

Monday Night Movie

Monday

January 29

6:00 PM

The Upside of Anger

Rated R

Running Time: 1 Hr. 58 Min.

Enjoy free popcorn and a classic movie at the library!

When her husband unexpectedly disappears, a sharp-witted suburban wife and her daughters juggle their mom’s romantic dilemmas and family dynamics.

A Drop-In Event; No Registration Required.

MSLC Lung Cancer Screening & Presentation

Wednesday, January 31

6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Dr. Marc Rappaport, Medical Oncologist at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall, will help participants understand the risks, screening, symptoms and treatment of lung cancer. MSLC Oncology Navigators will also be available to connect participants with services for lung, colon, cervical and breast cancer screenings.

Registration is required and can be accessed by clicking here. Refreshments will be provided.

A Musical Celebration for Black History Month: Motown Records & Berry Gordy

Thursday, February 1

6:00 PM - 7:15 PM

Bergen Community College Lecturer Rick Feingold will present on the history of Motown Records and the important role the label played in the racial integration of popular music achieving crossover success.

Presentation includes classic video of the early years of Motown music.

This is an In-person event but will switch to ZOOM only if there is inclement weather. Link will be forwarded if needed.

Registration opens January 1, 2024 via the library website.

Friendly Visitor Program

Town of Cornwall

Tuesday

January 23

11:30 AM - 1:00PM



The in person training will prepare you to provide support to older adults in our community. Volunteers provide local transportation to essential appointments, grocery shopping, friendly visits, and phone check-in calls. Volunteering is rewarding and flexible. Background checks and Insurance while volunteering are provided. The Town of Cornwall partners with JFS of Orange County and Office of Aging to support older neighbors in the Town of Cornwall and throughout Orange County.

Contact the Friendly Visitor Program at 845-341-1173 ext.305 or email volunteer@jfsorange.org to register for the training or for more information about services available.

Stampin' UP with Joanne Card Making Workshop

Thursday February 8

1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Join Joanne Barclay, card making guru, for a loverly crafty afternoon of summer-themed card making.

All materials will be provided. A variety of card choices will be available including Valentine’s Day cards. Crafter’s choice!

Register online beginning January 2nd via the library website. If registration is full, please call the library at 845-534-8282 to be placed on a waiting list.

MSLC: Women & Heart Disease

Thursday, February 15

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

MSLC presentation by Dr. Shah in celebration of Heart Awareness Month. When we take care of our hearts as part of our self-care, we set an example for others. The presentation will renew attention to women’s heart health.

Registration opens January 8 and can be accessed by clicking here.

Creative Writers

Every Monday

11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Always open to new members.This is an in-person program for adults.

Check website for cancellation information.

Member's Choice

Book Group

Wednesday

January 3

4:30 PM

The Peking Express: The Bandits Who Stole a Train, Stunned the West, and Broke the Republic of China by James Zimmerman

Join our Member’s Choice Book Group for a lively discussion on titles chosen by the group. This group typically meets the first Wednesday of each month and is always eager to welcome new people.

Hard copies are available at the library; eBooks available on Libby.

Mystery Book Group

Thursday

January 18

2:00 PM

The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield

New members are always welcome.

Hard copies are available to pick up at the library. eBooks are available on Libby.

Book Chat & Chocolate

Thursday

January 25

7:00 PM

West With Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge

New members are always welcome...and chocolate is always served!

Hard copies and CDs are available to pick up at the library.

Out & About

Book Club

Wednesday

January 31

7:00 PM

The Lincoln Highway by

Amor Towles



Join us at Brothers BBQ for some food, drinks & lively discussion.

Hard copies are available to borrow at the library.

eBooks and eAudios are available on Libby.

AARP Tax-Aide

Select Mondays February 5 - April 15

9:00 AM - 3:30 PM



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 after January 17th, M-F, 9am-2pm to schedule.

AARP membership is not required and there are no age restrictions.

Jazz:

The Music of Love

Saturday

February 24

2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Join us as we jazz it up with the live music of love on February 24th featuring the Beacon Jazz Lab at Munger Cottage.

Register online beginning January 2nd via the library website. If registration is full, please call the library at 845-534-8282 to be placed on a waiting list.

Pajama Story Time

Select Wednesdays

January 3 & 17

6:30 PM



Put on your PJs and join us for a special evening story time at the library. All ages are welcome.

Space is limited. Registration required through our online calendar one week prior to program.

Dog Tales

Select Mondays

January 8 & 22

For Grades K-12

Read independently to a furry friend from Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause.

Please register via the library website for a 15-minute time slot of your choosing. Registration opens one week prior to each program.

For January 8th you can register here. For January 22nd you can register here.

Family Story Time

Select Tuesdays

January 9, 16, 23, & 30

9:30 AM OR 10:30 AM

Enjoy a story time at the library with your whole family. All ages are welcome.

Please register your child(ren) via the online calendar the week before each event. Adults do not need to register.

Baby & Me

Select Fridays

January 19 & 26

For children not-yet-walking

9:30 AM

For walkers birth to 18 months

10:30 AM



A fun, one-on-one program for child & caregiver complete with songs,movement, finger-play, rhymes & books.

Space is limited! Registration required through our online calendar one week prior to program.

Saturday Morning Story Time

Saturday, January 20

9:30 AM

Enjoy a special story time for the whole family on the weekend.

Space is limited! Registration required through our online calendar one week prior to program.

Family Build-It with LEGOs

Saturday

January 27

10:00 AM

Bring the kids and build a masterpiece! A family drop-in event – no registration required.

T.U.T.

Friday, January 5

5:30 PM

Grades 6-12. A library teen advisory board for established members only. Please contact Lisa SinClair at lsinclair@rcls.org for more information.

Teen Book Group

Monday

January 8

6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Nimona

by ND Stevenson

Grades 9-12 only

Love to read? Curious what others think of a particular book? Hungry for new titles? We’ve got the group for you!

Register in person at the library when you pick up a copy of the book. eBooks & audiobooks are also available through the Libby app.

Book Break

Thursday

January 18

4:30 PM

Knights vs. Dinosaurs by

Matt Phelan

Book Group for grades 3 & 4 only!



Please register in person when you pick up copy of the book at the library.

Chess Time

Saturday

January 20

11:00 AM

An informal time to relax and enjoy a match with a friend or play with someone new.

Open to all ages! For any skill range from beginner to accomplished players.

A drop-in event – No registration required.

Readzza Readzza

Thursday, January 25

4:30 PM

Counting by 7s by

Holly Goldberg Sloan

A book group for grades 5 - 8 only.

Please register in person when you pick up copy of the book at the library.