West Nyack Free Library Winter 2019

Greetings from your new Library Director!

It is a privilege to begin the next chapter of my

professional life here in the West Nyack Free

Library.

Raised in New York City, I relocated with my family

to Rochester, New York over twenty years ago.

There I worked at the Pittsford Community Library,

rising from Reference Librarian to Assistant Director

and then to Library Director in 2015.

Through the years, my heart remained in New York,

and I am so happy to be in Rockland County - close

to family, old friends and thin crust pizza.

I look forward to sharing the joys of reading with all

of you. Please stop by to say hello any time.

Rhonda Rossman, Director

Help us celebrate the West Nyack Free Library’s

60th anniversary! Keep a look out for upcoming

events that will be outlined in our next newsletter,

website and e-newsletters.

Those of us who enjoy being in the library love a

good story. Holiday dinners with family often

become nostalgic as we exchange memories of

family members and their life adventures. What

better story than one that is personal to your

family? On our website, we have databases such

as Ancestry, Family Search and Heritage Quest

that search birth and death records, census,

marriage and military histories as well as

historical newspapers dating back to the late

1800’s. You can find fascinating information

about families coming to Ellis Island, various

spellings of family names, places of birth and

military service years. One clue leads to the next

in finding the details of our own unique stories.

Happy Holidays!

Dina Rosco, Head of Circulation

A Special Thank You from the Friends

of the West Nyack Free Library!

The Friends of the West Nyack Free Library would like to thank everyone who

supported our successful Community Garage Sale this fall. We were able to raise

$1,260.00.These funds will go towards ongoing programming.

Fun @ the library!

Memories of

the "Olden

Days" were on

display

We Rocked

the Library at

the Bach to

Rock

Program!

Saturday Movie Matinees at 1:30 PM

Ongoing Game and Craft Workshops

Game Club - Everyone is welcome!

Mondays from 1 PM to 4 PM Fridays from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Bring your Mah Jong sets and Scrabble boards for a fun time.

Adult Coloring Club Tuesdays, January 22 and March 12

from 1 PM to 3 PM An afternoon of coloring fun and relaxation!

Everyone is welcome! Supplies provided.

The Origami Club - Ages 6 & Up Join us for paper-folding fun on

January 12, February 9 and March 9 from 10:30 AM to 12:30 PM

Open Knitting and Crocheting Sessions: Wednesdays, from 7 PM to 8:45 PM

Thursdays, from 2 PM to 4 PM Adults and Teens over 14 with any level

of expertise are welcome.

February 2: Crazy Rich Asians (PG-13) 2 hrs. Comedy Native New Yorker Rachel accompanies her boyfriend, Nick, to his best friend’s wedding in Singapore. Rachel is unprepared to learn that Nick is not only the scion of the country’s wealthiest families but also one of its most sought-after bachelors.

January 19: Three Identical Strangers (PG) 1 hr. 30 min. Documentary The true story of three men who make the chance discovery at the age of 19 that they are identical triplets; separated at birth and adopted by different parents. Their reunion starts a chain of events that unearths a disturbing secret.

February 16: Puzzle (R) 1 hr. 45 min. Drama Agnes has reached her early 40’s without venturing far from home. That begins to change in a quietly dramatic fashion when she receives a jigsaw puzzle as a birthday gift, and experiences the heady thrill of not only doing something she enjoys, but being very, very good at it.

March 16: Patron’s Request The film being shown today received the most votes on February 16. Call the library for the title selected.

March 2: Blackkklansman (R) 2 hrs. 20 min. (Comedy, Drama) Based on a true story, Ron Stallworth, an African-American police officer from Colorado, successfully manages to infiltrate the local Ku Klux Klan and become the head of the local chapter.

December 29: Leave No Trace (PG) 1 hr. 50 min. Drama A father and his teenage daughter have lived in the forests of Portland, Oregon for years. They are discovered and put into Social Services, causing them to clash with their new surroundings. They escape on a harrowing journey back to their wild homeland.

Teen Club Thursdays, January 17, February 21, March 21 from 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM In addition to giving your input on choosing YA materials, enjoy delicious club day activities. January 17: Potato Chip Challenge February 21: Chocolate Challenge March 21: Oreo Cookies Challenge

Teen Defensive Driving Program Saturday, January 5 from 10:30 AM to 4:30 PM Completing this course will give you a 10% insurance discount for 3 years. Any spaces not filled by teens will be available for adults. You must register online. $30.00 per person, collected at the door.

Smart Ways To Defend Yourself Saturday, February 23 at 1 PM Get expert advice from Dr. van Deuren, a certified professional martial arts and self-defense expert, on how to avoid or deal with physical confrontations.

Free ACT Practice Test Saturday, March 23 from 11 AM to 2:30 PM Open to Grades 10, 11 and 12. Hosted by C2 Education, Nanuet.

Would You Like To Be Published in SCRAWL? Here’s Your Chance! Scrawl Teen Magazine publishes a journal of fiction, non-fiction, art and poetry written by teens grades 6 - 12. The deadline for submissions is Tuesday, January 22, 2019. Please submit entries to rocklandteenswrite@gmail.com and include your name, phone number, grade, school and community.

Young Adult Special Needs Movie Night Thursdays, December 27, January 24, February 28, March 28 at 6:30 PM Teens and young adults with developmental disabilities are encouraged to enjoy a night out with friends and peers. You help choose the movie! Family members and caregivers are welcome to attend.

Register online for programs: westnyacklib.libcal.com or call us at 358-6081 Registration begins 2 weeks before a program. Registration for some programs is limited.

Book Buddies - Grades 6 - 12 Are you interested in helping an elementary

student become better at reading? We will train you to be a Book Buddy. For more information

please email Dee O’Hagan at: dohagan@westnyacklibray.org

Vacation Week Programs

Happy Un-Birthday Party Ages 3 - 6 Tuesday, February 19 at 11 AM Everyone has 364 Un-birthdays. Let’s celebrate this one with party games and gifts.

Presidential Bingo Wednesday, February 20 at 11 AM Join us to play for fun and prizes.

Make a Bristlebot! Ages 7 - 10 Years Old Thursday, February 21 at 11 AM Kids, have fun making (and racing) your very own tiny robot made from the head of a toothbrush!

Family Film Matinee - The Trolls (PG) Friday, February 22 at 1 PM Bring the family to enjoy this computer-animated musical.

Register online for programs: westnyacklib.libcal.com or call us at 358-6081

Baby Time Ages 3 - 14 Months (with Caregiver) Tuesdays, January 8 - January 29 at 10:30 AM & Tuesdays, March 5 - 26 at 10:30 AM Rhymes, songs, stories and games with Ms. Susan. Siblings welcome. Toddler Sing & Dance Ages 15 Months to 3 Years (with Caregiver) Fridays, January 4 - 25 at 10:30 AM Musical fun with Ms. Fran. Siblings welcome. Toddler Time with Sarah Ages 15 Months to 3 Years (with Caregiver) Thursdays, March 7 - 28 at 10:30 AM Lots of familiar rhymes, songs, fingerplays, movement and a book or two. Siblings welcome. Stories for Bedtime Second Tuesday of each month: January 8, February 12 and March 12 at 6:30 PM Warm, cozy time for families. Jammies & slippers welcome. Bring a small blanket or mat to curl up on. Weekend Storytime Fourth Sunday of the month: January 27, February 24, and March 24 at 1:30 PM Relax from all stress - enjoy time with your child. Drop-ins welcome.

Bagels & Books Grades 4 & 5 Fourth Saturday of the Month: Jan, 26, Feb. 23 & Mar. 23 at 11 AM Munch a bagel & share your thoughts about this month’s book. Pick up a copy of When You Reach Me by Rebecca Stead to read by Jan. 26. Crazy 8s Club: Session 2 - Grades K - 2 Mondays, February 25 - April 15 at 4:30 PM An afterschool Math Club like no other! All new activities.

Winter Book Bingo: January 3 - February 15 Download a Bingo Game Sheet (or get one in the Children’s Room) Follow the

simple printed rules to win prizes! BINGO!!

Search for the Leprechaun:

A leprechaun will be visiting the Children’s Room from March 1 - 17. Each

morning, he’ll be hiding in a new place. When you spot him, tell the

librarian and get a small surprise.

Rent-A-Librarian Thursdays, Jan. 3, Feb. 7 & Mar. 7 from 6:30 - 7:30 PM or schedule an appointment: dohagan@westnyacklibrary.org Computer basics, internet basics, email, databases, e-reader or Overdrive help, Microsoft Office and more.

Bollywood Dance Wednesday, January 30 at 7 PM Learn traditional/modern Indian dance moves with instructor Rupa Parikh.

DIY Stylish Purse Wednesday, February 6 at 6:45 PM Create a purse from a tissue box with “green” crafter Karen Valido. Each participant will receive a lovely seasonal surprise. Limited registration begins January 22.

Books in the Afternoon Tuesday, February 12 at 1:30 PM Lively discussion of the book “Before We Were Yours” by Lisa Wingate

Mexican Fiesta Wednesday, February 13 at 7 PM Make your own tacos and 7 layer dip with chef Theresa Grimm. Registration required.

Register online for programs: westnyacklib.libcal.com or call us at 358-6081

Adult Paint Night: Van Gogh’s Landscape Wednesday, March 20 at 7 PM Create a windy landscape design using oil pastels and watercolor paint. Limited registration begins March 5.

Hudson Valley Murder and Mayhem Book Talk Wednesday, March 27 at 7 PM Discover the Hudson Valley’s dark past with Author Andrew Amelinckx.

Easy Breezy Winter Reading Club

January 3 to February 15

Read your way to fun and prizes! Read/listen to a book and fill out a rating form to win gift cards to

Target and other prizes.

Golden Age of Dutch Art Friday, February 1 at 1 PM Explore the masterpieces of Rembrandt and Vermeer with art historian Joan Quinn. Delicious Pie Tasting Friday, March 1 at 1 PM Learn the technique of the perfect pie crust from the Pie Lady and Son bake shop. Registration required.

Ellis Island: Island of Tears Island of Joy Friday, March 22 at 1 PM Virtual tour of Ellis Island with Mario Medici.

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West Nyack Free Library Newsletter

Winter 2019

Library Hours Monday-Thursday 9:30 AM-9:00 PM Friday 9:30 AM-5:00 PM Saturday 10:00 AM-5:00 PM Sunday 1 PM to 5 PM

Designed and edited by Jennifer M. Visione

Board of Trustees President: Raymond Kosinski Immediate Past Pres: Kurt Mohr Vice President: Frank Alkin Treasurer: Lorette M. Adams Trustee: Christopher Maloney Trustee Emeritus: Jeannette Haag

2019

President: Frank Alkin Immediate Past Pres: Raymond Kosinski Vice President: Kurt Mohr Treasurer: Lorette M. Adams Secretary: Christopher Maloney Trustee Emeritus: Jeannette Haag

Library Director: Rhonda Rossman

Weather conditions may require a delayed opening or an unscheduled closing of the library. Safety is our primary consideration. If the Clarkstown Central School District has a snow closing *or* delay the library has an automatic one hour delay and will try to open at 10:30am. Further delays or decisions to close early are made on a case by case basis. All delays and early closings are listed on the library’s website, cancellations.com, and our phone message system. Library programs may be cancelled depending on the circumstances and it is best to call the library to confirm if poor weather is predicted.

Some

Something New!!

Child ID Event & Fun Day

Saturday, February 9 from 1 PM to 4 PM

A representative of New York Life will be

here to make a Child ID card for each parent

free of charge. (No child’s information or

pictures are electronically retained by New

York Life.) In addition, there’ll be fun

activities to enjoy in the Children’s Room.