From the director...
One of the challenges of providing good customer service in a public library is trying to meet the needs, as best we can, of ALL members, guests and visitors in our community. We don't have a specific demographic. Our eyes and ears are always open as we develop our service plan with a focus to unite and provide opportunities to all ages, as well as educational and cultural desires. It is a challenge, and yet it is our greatest strength, as a public institution. A sign I recently saw in a college library says it all: "This is a Library. Inspiring discovery. Championing truth against rumor. Defending intellectual freedom. Protecting privacy. Open to all. This is a library." Thank you to all of our members; you make it a pleasure to get up and go to work each day.
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Fall Preschool Storytimes
Online Registration Required
Next Registration Dates:
Cornwall School District Residents: October 16
Non-residents: October 18
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CHESS TIME
Open to all ages
For any skill range from beginner to accomplished players. An instructor is available. Just drop-in!
Tuesdays:
Oct 3, 10
Nov 7, 21
@ 4:30pm
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LEGO™ Family Build-It
A Drop-in Event!
Bring the kids and come create a LEGO™ masterpiece! All materials supplied - just bring your creativity.
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 Minecraft Mania & More!
October 14
Limited space - Please register via the
online calendar one week prior to the program.
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 PJ Storytime
Mondays @ 6:30pm
October 16
November 13
December 4
Wear your PJs and bring your favorite cuddly. For 3, 4, & 5 year olds with a caregiver, but all are welcome.
Register the week before the program via our online calendar or call the library at 845-534-8282.
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T.U.T. Meeting
(Teen Underclassman Team)
Fridays:
October 20
November 17
5:30pm
For active members only. For more information call the library at 845-534-8282 and speak to Lisa SinClair.
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 Art Afternoon
Carving Pumpkin Houses*
Thursday
October 26
4:15pm
For grades K-12 - Dress for a mess
Bring sticks, stones, shells, leaves, seedpods
& other natural elements to enhance your
house and share with others
Limited Space, please register using the
online calendar the week prior to the program or call 845-534-8282.
*Adult must attend to help with carving
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Stampin' Up
Card Making Workshop
Monday
October 2
6:30pm
Participants create two original greeting cards to take home. All materials supplied.
Limited to 15 participants.Please register using the online calendar or call 845-534-8282.
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Responding to the Opioid Crisis: Free Overdose Response Training
Monday
October 9
6:30pm
Learn how to save a life and become educated on the growing epidemic in our community.
Panel Discussion on the Opi
o
id Epidemic
Thursday
October 12
6:00pm
Open forum discussion with healthcare providers, emergency responders, law enforcement, treatment centers, and individuals in recovery.
These are drop-in programs. We suggest you attend both for a comprehensive understanding of the issue.
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Tea and a Classic
Bonnie and Clyde
Wednesday
October 11
12:00pm
Patrons are welcome to bring a small item for the door prize.
Light fare
(Bring Your Own) served
@ 12:00
Library will provide
tea and coffee
Movie starts
@ 12:30
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Great Decisions Discussion Group
Wednesday
October 11
7:00-8:30pm
Great Decisions is a program of the Foreign Policy Association, under the auspices of the United Nations. The group usually meets once a month January-June and October-November to discuss topics in the briefing book and watch an informational video. For more information call the library at 845-534-8282 or email Rosaleen Leahy: [email protected].
Please register via the online calendar--briefing books can be purchased at the library for a cost of $22.
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Candidate Forums
Sunday
October 15
1:00-3:00pm
Thursday
October 19
6:00-7:30pm
Here are two opportunities to hear the candidates running for a selection of local and county offices. The following candidates have been invited:
Cornwall Town Board:
Bill Braine, Helen Bunt, Carla Castillo and Peter Russell
Cornwall Town Supervisor:
Dick Randazzo
Orange County Legislator/District 12:
Kevin Hines, Virginia Scott
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Cornwall Public Library Can Help Lead You to a:
45 minute sessions with a Career Counseling Professional
(a $175 value -- Free to You)
Saturday, October 21, 9:00 am-12:00pm
Monday, November 6, 4:00-7:00pm
Only 3 slots available for each date.
Please register online or call 845-534-8282
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Wednesday
October 25
6:00-7:00pm
Have tech questions? Our savvy teen volunteers will be available to answer your questions about your laptop, tablet, or smart phone.
A drop-in event - please bring your device!
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Annual Friends Cider & Donuts Book Sale
Saturday
October 28
10:00am-12:30pm
Come support the Friends of Cornwall Library at the ever-popular book sale and enjoy a taste of fall with cider and donuts from Jones Farm!
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Library Board of Trustees Meeting
All meetings are open to the public. Call 845-534-8282 for more information.
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GREAT KIDS READS
(register when you
pick up the book!)
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ChatterBooks
for Grades K-2
Alan's Big Scary Teeth
by Jarvis
Thursday
October 19
4:15pm
For Grades 3 & 4
Benjamin Pratt and the Keepers of the School
Monday
October 23
4:30pm
Readzza, Readzza
for Grades 5-8
The Inquisitor's Tale
by Adam Gidwitz
Monday
October 23
6:30pm
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1st Wednesday
Book Group
Reading the best
Lucky
by Alice Sebold
Wednesday
October 4
7:00pm
Mystery Book
Discussion Group
Stealing Mona Lisa
by Carson Morton
Wednesday
October 18
7:00pm
Not your mother's book club! for ages 21-39
The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
Wednesday
October 18
7:00pm
Book Chat & Chocolate
The Wonder
by Emma Donoghue
Thursday
7:00pm
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Britannica Library
Britannica School
You can access award-winning, age-appropriate resources from Britannica for free with your library card! Just visit our website.
Click on Materials>
eReference>Students/Kids
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Creative Writers Group
Meets most
Mondays at 12:00 Noon in the Library Community Room.
Join an informal discussion with people who enjoy writing and sharing their thoughts and ideas. All are welcome!
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Borrow ebooks/audiobooks:
https://rcls.overdrive.com
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Language Learning
with Rosetta Stone
You can now enhance your language learning goals with free access to Rosetta Stone® Library Solution. Call the library for more information!
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Muzzy Library Edition
Play, Discover, Create
Dive into the #1 world's language learning course for children. Available through the library's website
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The library has 3 public notaries on staff who are available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, but please call 845-534-8282 to check for availability.
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Museum Passes
Cornwall Public Library cardholders can borrow our museum passes for free admission to these sites:
Storm King Art Center
Intrepid Sea, Air & Space
Boscobel House & Gardens
Mid-Hudson Children's Museum
Gomez Mill House (discounted)
Please call 845-534-8282 for more details & info.
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WE GO WHERE YOU GO
RCLS App
Did you know you can install an App on your smartphone or tablet to search the library's catalog, place a hold for an item, and more?
Search for "RCLS" in your App Store.
Your library is just
one click away!
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MOBILE PRINT IS
AT YOUR LIBRARY
Wherever you are, the library is now a destination for printing! For more information or instructions on how to use the service please visit: www.cornwallpubliclibrary.org or call 534-8282.
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