| April 2007 | Guide to Library Abbreviations |
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2 | 3 VCL, 10:00am: Want to be Thinner by Summer? (Join the Lose to Win weight loss program for a healthier life! This 8-week program for adults incorporates nutrition, activity and behavioral modification methods. Class size is limited, so register now! Cost: $10. This program was developed by staff from Nyack Hospital and made possible by a grant from the Rockland County Department of Health Steps to a Healthier NY. ) |
4 VCL, 2:00pm-3:00pm: Spring Break: Family Scrapbook Fun (Registration starts March 26. Bring the whole family for an afternoon of scrapbooking fun! Families can bring their photos while we provide scrapbooks, materials, and instructions.) |
5 NWC, 1:30pm: Art History: Renaissance Genius HAV, 7:00pm: The Art of Eastern Belly Dancing (The Art of Eastern Belly Dancing. Salacia will teach you how to dance in this dynamic and diverse art form which combines a wide array of styles and movements from the folk, social and classical traditions of numerous Middle Eastern cultures.) |
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| 8 | 9 NWC, 7:30pm: Investigating Mysteries Book Discussion HAV, 2:00pm: Tai Chi for Seniors and... Everyone Else (John Hood is back by popular demand. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to relax.) |
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13 VCL, 1:30pm: Friday at the Movies: Documentaries - Control Room VCL, 11:00am: Friday Lapsit: (Registration starts April 6. Songs, nursery rhymes, and fingerplays for 2 to 23 month-olds with an adult. Please make alternate arrangements for other children.) |
14 SLO, 10:00am-12:00pm: Build a New PC Series (Part 1 of 2): Understand the Process and Select and Order Components (Would you like to have a new computer, but can't afford one? Why not build your own and save money? Come to this first series of computer workshops by local Network Administrator, J. Raymond Remy and learn how to put one together! During this first workshop, you will learn how to put together a PC and how to select and order the components needed. Reservations required - Please make reservations early to ensure the workshop is not cancelled due to lack of interest.) |
| 15 NWC, 2:00pm: The Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged!) (Comical romp through the Bard's plays. Tickets required.) HAV, 2:00pm: Film - Paper Clips (Whitwell Middle School in rural Tennessee is the setting for this documentary about an extraordinary experiment in Holocaust education. Struggling to grasp the concept of six-million Holocaust victims, the students decide to collect six-million paper clips to better understand the extent of this crime against humanity. The film details how the students met Holocaust survivors from around the world and how the experience transformed them and their community (82 mins)) |
16 SUF, 7:00pm: Poetry Roundtable HAV, 2:00pm: Heroes of the Holocaust (Videoconference program from the Holocaust Memorial and Educational Center of Nassau County. This program focuses on those people who risked their lives to save the lives of others. It includes an interview with a survivor who will speak about the person who was their "hero." The program also talks about some of the well-known heroes of the Holocaust such as Raul Wallenberg, Suguhara. This program was developed through Project VIEW - NYIT.) VCL, 4:15pm: Spring Spectacular (Registration starts April 9. Bring the whole family for picnic-style games like the three-legged race, spoon and egg relay, sack race, and more to celebrate National Library Week.) VCL, 7:00pm: Babysitting Workshop: Session One (Monica Caselli Congers/Valley Cottage Ambulance Corps will lead workshop. In-Person Registration Begins Mon., Mar. 26th. Limited To 20 Students. 12 Years Old And Up. Must Provide Proof Of Age. Upon attendance of all THREE sessions, a certificate of completion will be awarded from the Rockland County Fire Training Center. ) ORG, 1:00pm: In honor of National Library Week, the Orangeburg Library is featuring a one-woman resource, Life Coach, Denise Lewis in "A New You This Spring." Find out how to organize your priorities, clutter, nutrition and exercise to get the most out of life right now. |
17 TAP, 7:30pm: Book Discussion - The Mandelbaum Gate by Muriel Spark (Book Discussion will be led by Dr. Sally Cunneen. Books will be available approximately one month prior to discussion at the front desk. Refreshments will be served. Please call or stop by the library to register. Tappan Library, 93 Main St., Tappan, NY. 359-3877.) SUF, 7:30pm: Book Discussion VCL, 10:00am: Want to be Thinner by Summer? (Join the Lose to Win weight loss program for a healthier life! This 8-week program for adults incorporates nutrition, activity and behavioral modification methods. Class size is limited, so register now! Cost: $10. This program was developed by staff from Nyack Hospital and made possible by a grant from the Rockland County Department of Health Steps to a Healthier NY. ) VCL, 10:15am: Preschool Storytime (Registration starts March 26. Weekly storytime for 3- and 4-year-olds on their own. Children must be 3 by time of registration.) VCL, 4:15pm: Elementary Explorers (Registration starts April 10. Storytime for children in Grades 1 - 3. Celebrate Arbor Day! Climb into a good book with a storytime all about trees! Come play games and make a craft about our leafy friends!) VCL, 7:00pm: Babysitting Workshop: Session Two: (Officer Ross, Clarkstown Police Dept., will lead workshop. In-Person Registration Begins Mon., Mar. 26th. Limited To 20 Students. 12 Years Old And Up. Must Provide Proof Of Age. Upon attendance of all THREE sessions, a certificate of completion will be awarded from the Rockland County Fire Training Center. ) |
18 WNY, 7:30pm: April Book Discussion - Jane Eyre HAV, 6:30pm: Psychic Shira Speaks to Your Pets (Bring in a photo of your pet and Shira will tell you how they feel and what the want you to know. This program is limited to 20 patrons. IN PERSON registration for HKDPL cardholder begins on March 19th and for the general public on April 9. You must bring in your HKDPL library card at time of registration. Limit one reading per family. (*For entertainment purposes only)) VCL, 1:00pm: Preschool Storytime (Registration starts March 26. Weekly storytime for 3- and 4-year-olds on their own. Children must be 3 by time of registration.) |
19 NWC, 1:30pm: Art History: Splendors of the Baroque in Italy NWC, 7:00pm: Clarkstown South Troubadours Concert SUF, 7:00pm: Retirement Plans for Small Business WNY, 7:00pm: Art of the Depression Years VCL, 11:00am: Yoga for Everyone (An individualized opportunity to gently explore and tune into the body while increasing flexibility, strength and well-being. Designed and taught by Betsy Ceva of Birchwood Center for every age and body type. Registration required.) VCL, 10:15am: Toddler Time (Registration starts March 26. Stories, finger plays, and songs for 2-year-olds with an adult. Please make alternate arrangements for other children. Children must be two by May 17.) VCL, 4:15pm: Kindergartner Springtime Stories (Registration starts March 26. Weekly stories, games and crafts for children in Kindergarten.) |
20 VCL, 1:30pm: Friday at the Movies: Documentaries - Wordplay |
21 VCL, 12:00pm: Speak Out! (Watch movie followed by a book discussion of the award winning novel Speak. A chance for teens and their parents to talk about this difficult yet important topic. Movie rated PG13. Book level- 9th grade & above.) |
| 22 NWC, 2:00pm: Simple Gifts Concert SUF, 1:30pm: Classical & Folk: Jewish Music HAV: Bus Trip to the Cloisters (Professor Susan Slater-Tanner will talk about the history and background of the Cloisters as well as the role of J.D. Rockefeller, Jr. as we travel from the Library to the Cloisters. Once there will we view the Unicorn Tapestry, the Merode Altarpiece as well as Books of Hours. After our tour will enjoy a brunch at the Harvest Bistro in Closter, NJ. $80.00. Call Karen Romaner at 786-3800 ext 23 for more information.) VCL, 1:00pm: Music and Meditation with Carol Brill (Native American flute, Tibetan singing bowls and instruments from around the world that help us effortlessly quiet the mind and open the heart. Sit back, listen and enjoy or bring your drums and rattles to sing, drum and chant. Registration required.) ORG, 3:00pm: Eleanor Roosevelt makes an extraordinary appearance at the Orangeburg Library in the guise of gifted actress, Page Heddon Wilson. Ms. Wilson who studied with the Old Vic has written and will present a one-woman play "Eleanor Roosevelt: An Intimate Portrait." Seating is limited so please call the library at 845-359-2244 to register. |
23 SUF, 7:30pm: Green Strategies HAV, 2:00pm: Tai Chi for Seniors and... Everyone Else (John Hood is back by popular demand. Wear comfortable clothing and be prepared to relax.) |
24 TAP, 7:30pm: Yoga with Holly Richard (Treat yourself to a relaxing hour at the library. Space is extremely limited so please register early. Please call or stop by the library to register. Tappan Library, 93 Main St., Tappan, NY. 359-3877.) SUF, 7:00pm: Caring For Your Lawn VCL, 10:00am: Want to be Thinner by Summer? (Join the Lose to Win weight loss program for a healthier life! This 8-week program for adults incorporates nutrition, activity and behavioral modification methods. Class size is limited, so register now! Cost: $10. This program was developed by staff from Nyack Hospital and made possible by a grant from the Rockland County Department of Health Steps to a Healthier NY. ) VCL, 1:00pm: Creating a Half Basket to Decorate Your Door (Nyack Garden Club presents this hands-on project. Bring 3-4 young plants such as begonia, young spider plants, pepperoni or variegated vinca. Seating limited. Cost $10. NSD register now. GP registration starts April 2nd.) VCL, 10:15am: Preschool Storytime (Registration starts March 26. Weekly storytime for 3- and 4-year-olds on their own. Children must be 3 by time of registration.) VCL, 10:00am-1:00pm: Poetry Cafe (Poetry Contest at the Nyack Middle School Library in collaboration with Valley Cottage and Nyack Libraries. Submit poetry to NMS librarian Nora Quinn by April 20th. All poets will read their submitted work at the Poetry Café. The top winner will receive a $25 Gift Certificate to Barnes & Noble.) |
25 NWC, 7:00pm: De-Clutter Your Life: Part 2 SUF, 1:30pm: Susan Buffington on Piano WNY, 7:30pm: Perennial Plants HAV, 7:00pm: Crystals (Crystals have been used as tools for empowerment for centuries. They have participated in healing rituals, used in the breastplate of warriors and high priests and in religious artifacts. But what is the validity of their use and is there any kind of application in the 21st century. Understanding Crystals and How to Use Them for Self Empowerment will explain the how and why of using crystals. Make sure you bring a clear quartz crystal when you come. Presented by Gina Liberti, MS, DTR, ED) VCL, 7:00pm: Book Discussion Series - Books to Quench Your Thirst: Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen (Scholar to be arranged; books are at the Circulation Desk.) VCL, 11:00am: Bouncing Babies (Registration starts April 18. Songs, music and movement for 2 to 23 month-olds with an adult. Please make alternate arrangements for other children.) VCL, 1:00pm: Preschool Storytime (Registration starts March 26. Weekly storytime for 3- and 4-year-olds on their own. Children must be 3 by time of registration.) SLO, 7:00pm: The Joy of Chocolate (Annette Van Loon of the Chocolaterie in Nyack presents an informative program and the opportunity to taste an assortment of confections. Open to all ages. Reservations required.) |
26 TAP, 7:30pm: Yoga with Holly Richard (Treat yourself to a relaxing hour at the library. Space is extremely limited so please register early. Please call or stop by the library to register. Tappan Library, 93 Main St., Tappan, NY. 359-3877.) NWC, 7:30pm: The Sex Life of Food: When Body and Soul Meet to Eat NWC, 1:30pm: Art History: The Golden Age of Dutch Painting SUF, 6:30pm: Italian Movie Night - Roma Citta Libera VCL, 4:15pm: Kindergartner Springtime Stories (Registration starts March 26. Weekly stories, games and crafts for children in Kindergarten.) VCL, 6:00pm-8:00pm: Babysitting Workshop: Session Three: (An instructional video, Babysitting 101: Your Complete Guide to Becoming the Best Babysitter, will be followed by a workshop led by James Feely from the Valley Cottage Fire Dept. In-Person Registration Begins Mon., Mar. 26th. Limited To 20 Students. 12 Years Old And Up. Must Provide Proof Of Age. Upon attendance of all THREE sessions, a certificate of completion will be awarded from the Rockland County Fire Training Center. ) |
27 | 28 SUF, 1:00pm:Salome (Stage reading) VCL, 11:00am: Movie - Spider-Man (PG-13) VCL, 11:00am: Movie - Spider-Man 2 (PG-13) |
| 29 HAV, 2:00pm: Dance Across the Globe @ HKDPL. OLE! Danzas Espanolas (Experience the intensity and emotion of Spanish dance as profession dancer Anna de la Paz performs thrilling Sevillanas, Flamenco, Cordoba and more. Accompanied by guitarist Jonathan Trotta.) VCL, 1:30pm: Classical Music Concert (Jeffrey Swinkin, pianist, originally from Rockland, has performed throughout the USA. He will play a beautiful mix of Mendelssohn, Schuman, Schubert, Beethoven and Liszt. Registration required.) |
30 VCL, 11:00am-1:00pm: Open Time (Come drop in for a safe, supervised playgroup with age appropriate toys in our Community Room. Keep an eye on your child while meeting other parents and caregivers in the community! No registration is necessary. For all ages. Please do not leave your child unattended during Open Time. ) SLO, 7:00pm: Card Making and Scrapbooking for Mother's Day (No experience necessary! This workshop will be led by Stampin' Up Demonstrator, Heather Porto. You will walk out with your own creation for a Mother's Day card and a 12x12 Mommy-n-Me scrapbook page, using Stampin' Up products. Please bring $5.00 to cover supplies and bring 2-3 pictures with you. Open to ages 14 and up. Reservations required.) |