Cornwall Library Newsletter January 2020
From the Library Director...

Many of us make at least one New Year’s resolution. And then, a few weeks later, we abandon it. We’ve got lots of excuses: It’s too hard; But I really love chocolate cake; I really didn’t think I could do it, anyway. 

Instead of setting goals you can't reach, why not make an easy resolution this year. Come and spend just a few minutes at Cornwall Public Library every so often. It doesn’t have to be every week; every other week, or even every three weeks, would be a great start. 

Come on in, browse our stacks, and find something to help you expand your horizons. We have more than just books and materials to borrow. We also host book groups, lectures, story times, LEGO ® play time for the whole family, game nights, and plenty of other programs. There is always something going on here. So make Cornwall Public Library your resolution -- you’ll be glad you did, and so will we!

Charlotte A. Dunaief
cdunaief@rcls.org
Jazz Up January ...
Chase Away the Blues
Jazz Concert
Friday
January 24
3-4:30 pm
Munger Cottage

The Beacon Jazz Lab will perform live music in a joint Library and Town of Cornwall Senior Center afternoon at Munger Cottage. They will Jazz Up January and Chase away the Blues! Light refreshments will be served and all are welcome. This is a free, drop-in event.
The Library will close at 1pm on Tuesday, December 31, for New Year's Eve, and will remain closed on January 1 for New Year's Day.
Library Board
of Trustees Meeting
Thursday
January 9
7 pm

All meetings are open to the public. Call 845-534-8282 for more info.
Services

  • Fax, Copy & Scan
  • Mobile Print & Wifi
  • Computers & Printing
  • Laptops & Tablets
  • Tax Forms
  • Research Assistance
  • Exam Proctoring
  • Notary Public
  • Museum Passes
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Kids and Teen Programs
Dog Tales
Mondays @ 4:30 pm
January 6
February 10
March 9
April 6
May 4

Read to a furry friend from Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause. Grades K-12. Please register for a 15-minute time slot — 4:30, 4:45, 5:00, or 5:15. Registration begins one week prior to the event.
Chess Time
Tuesdays
January 7, 21
February 4, 18
March 10, 24
April 14, 28
4:30 pm

Chess Time is for all ages and for any skill level, from beginners to accomplished players. An instructor is available. This is a drop-in program.
T.U.T.
(Teen Underclassmen Team)
Fridays
January 10
February 7
March 20
April 17
May 1
5:30-7:45 pm

For established members only.
Tuesdays
January 14
February 18
March 10
April 21
May 5

Thursdays
January 30
February 6
March 26
April 16
May 21

All dates @ 6 pm

Creative writing workshop for Grades 8-12. This is a drop-in program.
Loom Knitting
Wednesdays
January 15, February 19
4:15 pm

For grades 2 and up -- not just for kids! For beginners and experienced knitters. Looms and yarn are provided. This is a drop-in program.
¡Cuentos! Bilingual Story Time
Saturdays
January 18
February 22
March 14
April 18
May 16
9:15 am

Stories, songs and Spanish for 18 months and up. All are welcome. This is a drop-in family event.
Family Build-it with LEGOs
Saturdays
January 18
February 22
March 14
April 18
May 16
10 am

Bring the kids and build a master-piece! This is a drop-in family event.
Winter Preschool Story Time Registration Dates
Registration for CCSD residents:
January 7
Registration for non-residents:
January 9

Registration required
for all Story Time programs

  • If a program is filled, call the library at 845-534-8282 to be placed on a waiting list.
  • Please notify us at 845-534-8282 to let us know if you cannot attend a session.
  • Story times will be canceled if Cornwall Schools are closed or delayed due to inclement weather.

Baby Lapsit, Walkers
Thursdays
January 16, 23, 30
February 6
9:30 am
For WALKERS birth-18 months with an adult. No older siblings, please.

Baby Lapsit, Not-yet-walking
Thursdays
January 16, 23, 30
February 6
For NON-WALKERS birth-18 months with an adult. No older siblings, please.

Toddler Time
Fridays
January 17, 24, 31
February 7
First session, 9:30 am
or second session, 10:30 am
For ages 18-36 months with an adult.

Circle Time
Tuesdays
January 14, 21, 28
February 4
10:30 am
For 3-year-olds, “All By Myself.”

Preschool Story Time
Tuesdays
January 14, 21, 28
February 4
9:30 am
For 4- and 5-year-olds not yet in kindergarten.
PJ Storytime
Monday
January 13
February 10
March 16
April 6
May 18
6:30 pm

Wear your PJs and bring your favorite cuddly. For 3, 4, & 5 year olds with a caregiver, but all are welcome. Register one week before the program via our online calendar or call the library at 845-534-8282.
ChatterBooks
Thursday
January 16
4:15 pm

A book group for kindergarten, 1st & 2nd graders. Each program will include a shared reading, story and illustration discussion and a theme-related activity.
Please register when you pick up the book at our circulation desk.

Book / Snack
Monday
January 27
4:30 pm

Join us for a book club for 3rd-4th grade. There is always a snack! Please register when you pick up the book.
Readzza, Readzza
Monday
January 27
6:30 pm

Join us for a book club for 5th-8th grade. Please register when you pick up the book.
Art Afternoon
Thursday
January 23
4:15 pm

For grades K-12 -- Dress for mess! Register one week prior to the program. This month, we'll be working with oil pastels.
Adult Programs
Art Exhibition
Featuring Artworks by Paul Gould
Opening Reception
Saturday
January 4
1-3 pm

Join us for an opening reception to kick off an exhibition by Paul Gould. Paul began his painting career at the age of eleven under the guidance of his father, noted artist and illustrator John Gould. In 1957, Paul's parents founded the Bethlehem Art Gallery in Cornwall, where Paul conducted art classes for more than thirty years. He has taught painting and drawing classes at Mount St. Mary College in Newburgh, and plein-air classes in New England and Jackson Hole, Wyoming. He currently teaches art classes at his Hudson Valley Gallery in Cornwall-on-Hudson.
This is a drop-in program.
His work will be on display in the library community room through February.

Just Say Yes to Fruits & Vegetables: Understanding Nutritional Labels
Tuesday
January 7
1 pm

Monica Cieslak Morgan is a Just Say Yes to Fruits and Vegetables Nutrition Educator, working with the Food Bank of the Hudson Valley. Monica is a CIA-trained chef, combining her passion for cooking with her love of teaching folks how to incorporate more fruits and veggies into their lives. All supplies, including recipe ingredients and free giveaways, will be part of this interactive program on learning about nutritional labels. This is a drop-in event.
Community Blood Drive
Wednesday
January 15
1-7 pm

The Library will be working in partnership with the New York Blood Center to assist with emergency blood shortages during the holidays and winter months. Donate in January 2020 and you will be entered to win a trip for two to Cancun, Mexico. Appointments are strongly encouraged. Please register through NY Blood Center: https://tinyurl.com/ws4wb92. Phone: 1-800-933-BLOOD
Game Night
Tuesday
January 21
5:30-7:30 pm

Join us for an evening of board games! Classic and modern board games, and card games. Fun for ages 12 and up. Drop in and bring a friend!
"Be My Valentine"
Adult card-making workshop
Wednesday
January 22
1-3:30 pm

Use a pencil to make an abstract “scribble” on the front of a card. Then decorate with a sharpie, magazine paper and colored pencils. Nationally recognized collage maker extraordinaire will show you how to make the perfect card.
Participants should bring a fine line black pen like a sharpie and any decorative embellishments to make it your own, e.g. wrapping paper, ribbon, etc.
Ages 12-Adult. Space is limited – Register using our online calendar
Great Decisions
Wednesday
January 22
Climate Change and the Global Order
7-8:30 pm

Great Decisions is a program of the Foreign Policy Association, under the auspices of the United Nations. The group will meet in January-June, September-October, to discuss topics in the briefing book and watch an informational video. This is a drop-in program, but if you are a new member, please speak to Rosaleen Leahy about the briefing book (845-534-8282 or email Rosaleen: rleahy@rcls.org)
Briefing books can be purchased at the library for a cost of $22.
Member's Choice
Book Club
In Cold Blood
by Truman Capote
Wednesday
January 8
7 pm
Book Chat & Chocolate
Titans
by Leila Meacham
Thursday
January 23
7 pm
Out & About Book Club
The Nix
by Nathan Hill
Tuesday
January 28
7 pm
The Trestle
Cornwall-on-Hudson
Mystery Book Club
When the Music's Over
by Peter Robinson
Wednesday
January 15
7 pm
Midday Matinee
(formerly Tea and a Classic Film Program)
The Greatest Showman
Wednesday
January 8
12 noon

Free popcorn! Coffee and tea provided. This is a drop-in program.
C reative Writers Group

Meets most Mondays at 11:30 am . Join us for an informal discussion with people who enjoy writing and sharing their thoughts and ideas. All are welcome! This is a drop-in program.