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Fall 2014
Library Closings
Veterans Day
Tuesday, November 11th
Thanksgiving Eve at 5:30pm
Wednesday, November 26th
Thanksgiving Day
Thursday, November 27th
Christmas Eve
Wednesday, December 24th
Christmas Day
Thursday, December 25th
New Year’s Eve
Wednesday, December 31st
New Year’s Day
Thursday, January 1st
Contents
Adult Programs - pg. 5
Authors’ Circle - Cover
Budget News - pg. 6
Children’s Programs - pg. 2
Director’s Note - pg. 6
ESL Classes - pg. 7
Family - pg. 3
Friends of TPL - pg. 8
Library News - pg. 7
OrangeREADS - pg. 4
Shop - pg. 7
Teen Programs - pg. 3
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Fax (845) 351-2213
Email: [email protected]
The Authors’ Circle Presents: Meet Carol Wallace
Co-author of To Marry an English Lord
Sunday, October 19th at 3pm
Seating is limited. Call the Library to register.
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Children’s Programs
Spanish for Preschoolers
Children’s Programs
Every Wednesday in November at 1:00pm
Ages 3-5
Registration begins September 22nd.
Presented by Joyce Schenkman
Registration begins September 22nd.
LEGO Club
Thursdays at 4:30pm
October 9th & 23rd and November 6th & 20th
Grades K-5
We’ve got the LEGOs, you bring the ideas. LEGOs
encourage children to use their imaginations and
learn lots of useful skills while having fun!
A fun and family friendly class utilizing
an interactive approach to teaching
Spanish through a variety of songs
and hands on activities.
Talk It Up! Book Club
Monday, October 20th at 4:30pm
Grades 1 & 2
Pick up a FREE copy of the book The
Bones of Fred McFee by Eve Bunting
at the Circulation Desk.
Weekly Programs
October 14th - December 4th
Registration begins September 22nd.
Mother Goose
Halloween Extravaganza
Thursdays at 9:30am
Birth-14 months with an adult
Enjoy books, rhymes, movement
and more with your baby.
Wednesday, October 29th between 5:00-8:00pm
Grades K-5 (with an adult)
Drop in for an evening of spookily fun activities.
Come in costume and bring your library card for a
sweet bonus. Games, snacks, crafts and more!
ToddlerTime
Tuesdays at 10:00am
15 months-3 years with an adult
A playgroup for tots and their caregivers.
Children will enjoy finger
plays, music and stories.
Book and a Bite Book Club
Monday, November 3rd at 4:30pm
Grades 3-5
Pick up a FREE copy of the book
Night of the Twisters by Ivy Ruckman
at the Circulation Desk.
CircleTime
Tuesdays at 1:30pm
3-5 years
A first “on my own” program for children.
Listen to stories, complete crafts,
play games and have fun.
Sukey Molloy and Friends Tick Tock & Sunny
Tuesday, December 2nd at 10:30am
Ages 15 months-Pre K
Enjoy a sing along to celebrate the winter holidays
with award winning Sukey’s Circle! video series.
Songs from many cultures will be shared.
Don’t miss the fun. Call the Library to register.
StoryTime
Tuesdays at 4:30pm
Grades K-2
Children listen to stories based
on a theme, play games and
make fun crafts.
Talk It Up! Book Club
Monday, December 8th at 4:30pm
Grades 1 & 2
Pick up a FREE copy of the book
Art Dog by Thacher Hurd at the
Circulation Desk.
Fall 2014
The Library promotes all programs with photos and
video. Please alert staff if you do not want your
child(ren) photographed or recorded.
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School Year Challenge
Registration begins September 22nd.
For Grades 6 and up
Registration begins September 22nd.
Our summer Teen Challenge was such a
success we don’t want to see it end! Join
our TAG group and attend our first meeting
on Wednesday, October 1st at 4pm to learn
how you can participate in the challenge
and earn points for our Mega prize raffle.
Call the Library to register.
Zombie Party
Wednesday, October 15th at 7:00pm
Learn how to apply zombie makeup and participate
in a walk like a zombie tournament to win prizes.
Teen Read Week
October 12th - October 18th
Guess the book contest. We give phrases taken
from popular titles; teens guess which books the
phrases are from.
Family Programs
Registration begins September 22nd.
Collage Art
Maleficent
Wednesday, November 12th at 6:30pm
Presented by Danielle Lafayette
Learn about artist Henri Matisse and his work from
paper cut outs, then create a paper cut out collage
using Matisse images as inspiration. Arrangement
of forms and composition will be the focus.
Wednesday, November 5th at 4:00pm
Under 6 with an adult.
Running Time: 97 minutes
Rated: (PG)
Snow Sculpting
First snowfall - March 15th
Submit pictures of your creations to the Library for
a chance to win a prize in various categories such
as Most Creative, Most Colorful, etc. Ask staff for
more details.
(Drawing at 2pm on Monday, March 16th.)
Book Discussion
Wednesday, December 3rd at 7:00pm
Join Ms. Susan for a lively book
discussion featuring Stargirl by Jerry
Spinelli. Pick up a FREE copy of the
book and register at the Circulation
Desk. (while supplies last)
Annual Holiday Raffle Activity Game Board
November 24th - December 14th
Stop by the Library to pick up your game board.
Check off the family activities as you do them for a
chance to win a basket of prizes sure to please the
entire family.
Teen Challenge Raffle Winners
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National Cookie Day
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Thursday, December 4th
from Noon - 5:00pm
Drop in to celebrate
National Cookie Day by
decorating delicious
cookies with your family.
We will supply the cookies,
frosting, sprinkles, candy bites and more.
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Fall 2014
The Library promotes all programs with photos and
video. Please alert staff if you do not want your
child(ren) photographed or recorded.
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Teen Programs / Family Programs
Teen Advisory Group
Teen Programs
Orange Reads
OrangeREADS
The 17 public libraries in Orange County with support from the Orange Library Association will embark on
the 2014 OrangeREADS! community read project from October through November. The focus will be on
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand
Run the Runway at the Orange County Airport in Montgomery
Sunday, October 26th at 9:00am.
5 K run/walk. Pick up a registration form at any Orange County library or visit www.runtheocrunway.org
All proceeds will benefit the Orange County Veterans Cemetery Memorial Pavilion.
Matinee Monday: Das Boot (sub titles) at the Tuxedo Park Library
Monday, November 10th at 1:00pm
Running Time: 149 minutes Rated: (R)
No registration necessary. Movie fare served.
Book Discussion at the Tuxedo Park Library
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand
Thursday, November 13th at 7:00pm
Led by Gaspare Perrello.
Register and pick up a FREE copy of the book at the Circulation Desk. (while supplies last)
Book Discussion at the Promenade in Tuxedo
Unbroken: A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand
Tuesday, November 18th at 10:30am
Outreach to Promenade residents.
Veterans Outreach Day in the Galleria at Crystal Run
Sunday, November 9th from noon-5:00pm
A drop off location for letter and care packages to be sent to our troops and veterans in area VA hospitals.
Photographic and art exhibits will be on display and fun activities for children.
Finale: USO Canteen/Dance at the Montgomery Senior Center
Saturday, November 22nd from 6:00-10:00pm
Featuring the Jazz Pioneers.
Matinee Monday: The Monuments Men at the Tuxedo Park Library
Monday, November 24th at 1:00pm
Running Time: 118 minutes Rated: (PG 13)
No registration necessary. Movie fare served.
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Registration begins September 22nd.
Understanding G.I. Disturbances
Social Mondays
Sunday, November 2nd at 3:00pm
Presented by Dr. Raphael Kellman, MD.
Card Gamers at 1:00pm
Beginning October 6th and ending December 15th,
on the 1st and 3rd Monday of the month. We will
supply the room, tables and refreshments. Bring a
group or drop in and get a game started.
No registration necessary.
Dr. Kellman is a New York City patient-centered
medical pioneer and recent author of
The Microbiome Diet.
Learn how to restore your
gut health, reset your
metabolism, and even achieve
weight loss.
Call the library to register.
2015 Medicare Updates
Wednesday, October 8th at 11:00am
Presented by OC Office of the Aging
Learn about the upcoming changes as well as
gaining an understanding of the federal and state
prescription drug programs.
Call the Library to register.
Book Discussion
Thursday, October 9th at 7:00pm
The French Lieutenant’s Woman by John Fowles,
led by Gaspare Perrello. Register and pick up a
FREE copy of the book at the Circulation Desk.
(while supplies last)
Social Mondays
Matinees at 1:00pm
Beginning October 13th and ending December
22nd, on the 2nd and 4th Monday of the month.
Call to see what is playing one week before.
No registration necessary. Popcorn will be served
Intro to Altered Book Art
Thursday, October 16th at 7:00pm &
Thursday, October 23rd at 7:00pm
Presented by Nancy Kaufer
In the first class we will explore
different styles of Altered Book Art
and learn the art of basic Book Folding. You will
create a book "Tree" that will be decorated in the
second class. Bring a sentimental or old book to
the workshop. Call the Library to register.
50 Ways to Wear a Scarf
Cool Beans
Thursday, November 6th at 7pm
Presented by Nancy Kaufer
Beans are an inexpensive pantry staple that can be
used to make everything from burgers to brownies.
Join us in creating several delicious bean-based
dishes. Priority given to TPL cardholders.
Call the Library to register.
Book Discussion
Thursday, November 13th at 7pm
Unbroken: A WWII Story of Survival, Resilience and
Redemption by Laura Hillenbrand, led by Gaspare
Perrello. (Part of Orange Reads) Register and pick up
a FREE copy of the book at the Circulation Desk.
(while supplies last.)
Making the Most Out of Social Security
Retirement Benefits
Thursday, December 4th at 6:30pm
Presented by Bill Sweet of Stevens & Sweet Financial.
Topics to be covered are earnings, spousal benefits
and working after sign up including the suspension
component. Call the Library to register.
Thursday, October 30th at 6:30pm
Presented by Ginny O’Neill
“A scarf is more than just an accessory. A scarf is
the last flourish, and it has the ability to truly make
an outfit.” Join us for this fun interactive workshop.
Please bring a scarf to the workshop.
Call the Library to register
Summer Raffle Winners
1st Prize: Carole Cleary
2nd Prize: Kathy Miller
3rd Prize: Debbie McGrady
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Adult Programs
Adult Programs
Budget News / Note from the Director
Library Budget News for 2015
Income
On Tuesday, November 4, 2014, there will be a
Revenue from Taxes
Library budget proposition on the ballot at the
General Election. For next year, the Board of
Trustees of the Tuxedo Park Library is requesting
Fundraising
35,200
Fees: fines, faxes & photocopies
15,275
Interest
an increase of $14,265 in tax support for the
1,200
Total Income
Library’s operating budget. This is an increase of
$501,931
$553,606
$3.94 per Tuxedo resident for the year or
Expenses
one and one tenth of a penny per day.
Library Staff
$361,882
The proposed budget reflects our ongoing
Library Materials
59,814
commitment to maintaining a high level of library
Building & Equipment Maintenance
26,600
service to the residents of Tuxedo while controlling
Automated Library System
22,000
Utilities
21,580
Insurance & Auditor Fees
15,100
Adult, YA & Children’s Programs
12,400
Library Supplies
11,000
costs.
Thank you,
Library Board of Trustees
Staff Training & Conferences
8,200
Printing, Communications & Postage
7,000
Other Operating Expenses
8,030
Total Expenses
$553,606
Note from the Director
Lots of good things are coming your way this Fall! Along with the other 16 public libraries in Orange County,
this fall we’ll be participating in the OrangeREADS Unbroken project. Look to page 4 for more information on
county wide events and the specific events we’ll be hosting here.
If you haven’t already noticed, we’ve started a new collection called “New Adult.” This new collection will
focus on the interests of readers between the ages of 18 to 24. These new titles appeal to readers who have
moved past YA novels and are looking to find characters that share their interests.
In honor of National Friends of Library Week, I’d like to thank the Friends of Tuxedo Park Library who make a
number of things possible, such as our museum membership passes, the summer reading finales and their
ongoing work in the Booksale Room. Thank you, Friends!
Fall 2014
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SHOP AMAZON?
If you start shopping at Amazon by clicking on the
link on our homepage, Amazon contributes to the
Tuxedo Park Library. (The Library receives no
details on the sale or personal information.)
Please shop Amazon from our homepage:
www.tuxedoparklibrary.org
Art at the Library
Be sure to visit our local artist exhibits.
The exhibits change every two months and often
include student art from Tuxedo schools.
All proceeds from the purchase of
Tuxedo Park Lives, Legacies, Legends benefit the
Tuxedo Park Fire Department and
Tuxedo Park Library.
Work of students from The Art Studio
FREE Digital Downloads
Borrow eBooks, eAudio books and digital
magazines. You can download and read or listen on
your Smart Phone, iPod, MP3 player or other
mobile device.
What patrons are saying:
“This is great, no more fumbling with CDs to listen
to eAudio books.”
“ I like the reserve feature. I can request eBooks just
like I do hard copy books.”
“I love the convenience of browsing and
downloading books any time of day or night.”
Library News / Shop / ESL Classes
Banned Books Week
September 21st-27th. Celebrate the freedom to
read comics and graphic novels.
Thank you
Thank you to Alicia of Sugar Loaf
Mountain Herbs for donating
plants for our pollinators
program and garden.
Thank You
Thank you to the Tuxedo Park Garden Club’s
continuous efforts beautifying the Library grounds.
Trail Maps on Sale
Purchase your Sterling Forest Trails ($7.95)
and Harriman Bear Mountain Trails ($9.95)
maps at the Library.
New Adult Book Collection
New Adult literature touches upon many themes and
issues to reach readers that fall in between the
categories of young adult and adult. This collection
focuses on how 18 to 25 year-olds deal with the new
beginnings of adulthood. The New Adult book
collection is now available and shelved in the Reading
Room. Look for titles with this logo:
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for inclement weather information.
Fall 2014
with instructor Sue Heywood
Tuesdays & Fridays at 9:45am
Call the library for more information.
A BIG thank you to Sue for volunteering!
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Mon., Tues., Fri., 9-5:30
Wednesday, Thursday, 9-9
Saturday, 10-4
Sunday, 11-3, September-June
Phone: 351-2207
Fax: 351-2213
[email protected]
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Director: Diane Loomis
Assistant Director: Florence Brady
Bookkeeper: Carol Stachelek
Children's Services : Susan Babcock
Local History/Programming:
Ginny O’Neill
Technical Services Assistant: Brook Ing
Webmaster/PR: Dawn McFarland
Clerks: Joan Arcuni, Sara Johnson
Nancy Kaufer, and Genilda Visconti
Barbara du Pont - President
Tony Davidson - Vice President
Dan Gladding - Secretary
William Sweet - Treasurer
Trustees:
Heather Bullard, Dan DeSimone,
Noreen Fennell, Linda Frazer,
Gerald Howard, and Bonny Takeuchi
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the second Tuesday of the month at 7:30 p.m.
The public is invited to attend.
The Friends of Tuxedo Park Library
Columbus Day Sale - Discover the World of Books
Saturday, October 11th through Friday, October 17th
Get a reusable bag from the Library front desk (or bring your own Tuxedo Park Library bag) and fill it up
with treasures you discovered in the Book Room for $5. Once purchased, Tuxedo Park Library bags can be
used multiple times; each discovery trip to the Book Room will cost $5 per filled bag.
Holiday Gift Wrapping at the Library
Wednesday, December 10th from 6-9pm
Thursday, December 11th from 6-9pm
Saturday, December 13th from 10am-4pm
Sunday, December 14th from 11am-3pm
FREE gift wrapping for any item purchased at the Library.
The Friends will also wrap gifts bought elsewhere for a donation,
suggested donations are $1 for small items and $3 for large items.
Wacky Wednesdays Book Sale
Buy one item get the second of equal or lesser value for FREE! Every Wednesday.