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Somers Library
Newsletter
September 2021
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Director's Corner
The Hotspots are here!
I'm thrilled to announce that the Somers Library now has hotspots that can be borrowed by our cardholders! Thanks to the generosity of the Somers Library Foundation, the library has been given 10 mobile hotspots that can be checked out for two weeks at a time. This means that if you don't have wifi at home, or you will be traveling to a place where wifi is not available, you may check one of these easy to use items and take it with you. Now that people are working remotely more than ever, it's up to us to assist our cardholders with the technology needed to do that. I'm hoping that this program will be so successful that we will need to purchase more in the future!
Thank you to The Somers Library Foundation. Their hard work and dedication allows us to continue to improve the library and it's services so that we can serve everyone in our community.
I hope that each of you enjoys these waning days of summer.
Somers Library Director
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Our programs are funded by the
Friends of the Somers Library through your donations.
Thanks for your support!
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Adult Events
These events are all virtual. Please register on our online calendar at www.somerslibrary.org in order to have access to these meetings. You will receive an invitation prior to the start of the webinar. Please click here to register for events.
Adult Summer Reading Challenge: Book BINGO! - Winners!
We are delighted to announce the winners of the Somers Library Adult Book Bingo contest:
1st Place: Gertrude M.
2nd Place: Nancy I.
3rd Place: Didi K.
All winners receive a bag full of books and special surprises. First place winner also receives a gift certificate courtesy of Somers Custom Framing. This year's bingo card came with a list of suggestions by category. One person noted: "I cannot wait for this game every year, and my friend in Syracuse always asks for a copy of the bingo card." Congrats one and all! Join us next year!
Senior Benefits Information Center (SBIC): Our SBIC program coordinators are still providing Medicare counseling by phone and by email. Clients can leave a question with their preferred contact method, and our counselors will get back to them within 2 business days. The SBIC hotline information: 914-231-3260 or SBICS@wlsmail.org.
Virtual: Somers Library Book Club September Title. Friday, September 10, 2:30 -4:00 pm. Join us as we discuss Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett. The group is open to any Somers library user; copies of books to be discussed will be reserved for members of the group. Call the library to reserve your copy. New members are very welcome!
Race Amity of Northern Westchester and Putnam will hold its next meeting on September 12th via Zoom. Dr. Michael Penn will be the special guest speaker. Please go to here for more information.
Virtual: Fall Creativity with Judika. Mondays 9/13, 9/20, 9/27 & 10/4 Join us in using your creative energies and your paints for these virtual classes. Judika will host a Zoom art class each week. Participants will paint a new painting in each class and / or participate in our artistic community for suggestions & support while working on their own art projects. Each participant supplies one's own materials, acrylics, watercolors or oils.
Concert in the Park (Reis): R. J. Storm and the Old School Bluegrass Band. Sunday, September 19th, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. R. J. Storm and the Old School Bluegrass Band is a well established Hudson Valley Bluegrass band playing both traditional and forward thinking music that can bring the Bluegrass style to encompass many others outside the traditional sphere. From local Hudson Valley events to the stages of the Newport Folk Festival, the Old School Bluegrass Band has won the acclaim of listeners young and old, new and seasoned, and warmly invite new listeners to come explore the beauty of some wonderful live music! The upright bass, acoustic guitar, fiddle, and 5-string banjo compliment the 3 and 4 part harmony, all revolving around a single mic giving that intimate and Old School sound!
There's no registration for this event. Attendees are asked to bring their own chairs. Set up will be on the lawn near the library.
Somers Library Launches a Classics Book Club! Tuesday, September 21, 6:30 -7:30 pm. In 1986, Italo Calvino wrote: "A classic is a book that has never finished saying what it has to say." This is your opportunity to join us as we start a new bimonthly book group on Tuesday nights. Our list of reads begins with Charles Dickens' Great Expectations. . Suggestions of your favorite classics are welcome as we develop our list for 2021/2022.
Somers Library Photo Contest for Teens & Adults. Wednesday, September 22 to Tuesday, December 21. The theme of this photo contest is Fall in Somers. We are looking for photos of pumpkins, apple harvest, fall foliage, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and anything else that has to do with Somers and the season. Amateur photographers can submit one photograph; there will be 1st and 2nd prizes for each age group. Photos can be submitted starting here:
receive a prize which will be collected curbside only. Please look out for emails and social
media with more details!
Virtual Presentation - End of Life Planning. Wednesday, September 22 from 6:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m. - Planning for our death isn't something we're eager to focus on. Yet, we have the opportunity to make our hopes, desires and wishes known, and help ease the burden for our loved ones. This topic has become especially relevant, as the pandemic has caused many of us to refocus on what's most important in life. Join us for a roundtable discussion on trends, strategies and simple steps you can take to better prepare for the challenges and transitions that come with end-of-life.
Municipal Bond Outlook: Pandemic Fallout and Where We See Opportunities in Today's Market. Thursday, September 23, 5:00-6:00 pm. Many questions persist around the likelihood of rising interest rates, inflation, and stimulus to support state and local government budgets. Join us for this timely conversation where we take a closer look at the key factors driving municipal bonds, including: ~ The increased focus on differentiation among municipal bond sectors and credit quality ~ Our views on municipal bond downgrades and defaults ~ Trends we're watching, and where we see value in the municipal bond market today.
Virtual: Cooking Demonstration - Taco Night: Sweet Potato & Black Bean Tacos. Thursday, September 23, 7:00 - 8:00 pm. Join cook Ashley Covelli as she helps you take taco night to the next level with taco-spiced, roasted sweet potatoes, and black beans. These vegan-friendly tacos are topped with a bright cilantro chimichurri and quick-pickled red onions. Perfect for Meatless Monday, Taco Tuesday, or any other day of the week! Each participant will receive from the library a printable recipe card as well as a list of any kitchen equipment/tools that are needed.
Virtual Presentation - Alzheimer's Conversations: Protecting Your Health and Wealth. Tuesday, September 28 from 12:30 - 1:30 p.m. Please join us for an informed discussion hosted by Judi McAnaw, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones and featuring a special guest speaker from the Alzheimer's Association. Alzheimer's is one of the costliest diseases; a lifetime cost of care can be over $350,000. This disease robs families of their relationships and their wealth - two things we work so hard to preserve. At this special presentation, we'll discuss: -
Alzheimer's disease risk factors, warning signs, resources and how you can join the fight.
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Protecting your finances and family with designated beneficiaries, legacy and estate strategies, life insurance - and knowing the red flags of financial scam
Adult Ongoing Programs
Knit and Crochet Club at the Somers Library Is Back! Every Friday,
10:30 am -12:00 pm. Join Kathy Neggers (facilitator) and other knitters and crocheters to enjoy working on individual projects together. We will be meeting outside of the library in the tent to the left of the library entrance. Bring your projects and supplies. Beginners are welcome! Just bring a pair of knitting needles or a crochet hook, some yarn and learn the basics!
Virtual Westchester Writers Workshop - Ongoing program. Thursdays, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm. Meets every first, third and sometimes fifth Thursday of each month. New members always welcome.
Our programs are funded by the Friends of the Somers Library through your donations.
Thanks for your support!
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These events are all virtual. Please register on our online calendar at www.somerslibrary.org in order to have access to the meeting. You will receive an invitation prior to the start of the webinar. Please click here to register for events.
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Congratulations to our Teen Summer Reading Challenge Raffle Winners
The following teens won gift bags filled with books, special gifts, and gift carts from Amazon (courtesy of the Friends of the Somers Library), and Chili's Restaurant (Somers, NY)!
Teresa H.
Lucas Z.
Fiona S.
Gianni B.
Theodore R.
Bree R.
Congratulations to the Top Readers of our Teen Summer Reading Challenge!!!
The following teens won Apple gift cards (courtesy of the Friends of the Somers Library) for reading the most pages:
Sophia P. - 15,861 pages
Isabella M. - 7,807 points
Akosua A. - 7,783 points
The Somers Library congratulate ALL participants in this year's challenge! Be sure to join us next year!
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Virtual: Fortnite for Teens. Mondays, September 13, 20, and 27, 6:00 - 7:00 pm. Want to play some battle royale with library friends? Sign up for this program to play Fortnite online together in a safe environment. Participants will be able to use a variety of creative modes and squad modes. Hosted by tech specialist Austin Olney, teens can sign up to be a part of the team. NOTE: This program uses the Fortnite platform (available on Windows, Android, Xbox One, Xbox Series X/S, Nintendo Switch, or PlayStation 4/5) and the Zoom platform (for communication).
-Sign up for Epic games account (if you do not have one already) here!
Virtual: How to Write A Great College Essay(s). September 14th 4pm-5pm Presented by Neal Schwartz, owner of College Planning of Westchester. In this webinar you will learn the key elements of a great main college essay (also known as the personal statement). We will show portions of actual essays to highlight what works and why. Do's and Don'ts will be discussed. We will also touch on how to approach the Supplemental Essays and why they are vastly different from the main essay. Finally, we will suggest an approach as to how to get started with the whole process.
Somers Library Photo Contest for Teens & Adults. Wednesday, September 22 to Tuesday, December 21. The theme of this photo contest is Fall in Somers. We are looking for photos of pumpkins, apple harvest, fall foliage, Halloween, Thanksgiving and anything that has to do with Somers and the season. Amateur photographers can submit one photograph and there will be 1st and 2nd prizes for each age group. Photos can be submitted starting here:
2021. Photos submissions will be displayed on our Instagram sites and the winners will
receive a prize which will be collected curbside only. Please look out for emails and social
media with more details!
Virtual/In Person: Anime Cafe September 28, 3:30-4:45 pm. Do you love anime? Is your bookshelf crowded with manga? Have you heard about anime but don't know where to start? Come join us for our weekly Anime Cafe! Watch anime, see what everyone else is reading, create cool crafts and sample those Japanese foods you see all your favorite characters eating! Meetings will be virtual or in person depending on restrictions. Grades 7-12
Our programs are funded by the Friends of the Somers Library through your donations. Thanks for your support!
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Children's Events
FOR ALL Children's programs, click on the Online Calendar to register, or call the library at 914-232-5717 to speak to Vicki or Beth or email SomersKids@wlsmail.org.
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Program details can be found at:
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Summer Reading Thank you!
Thank you to all the many, many children and families who participated in our three levels of summer reading programs: 1,000 Pages Before Kindergarten, Grades K-2, and Grades 3-5!
Funding for Summer Reading incentives, awards and raffles are generously funded by Friends of Somers Library and Somers Intermediate School PTA! We are grateful for their continued support!
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Crafts to Go!
Beginning September 13th
Stop by the Children's Room for a special craft bag to take home each week. A new craft will be available each Monday~ while supplies last.
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Start saving those cardboard rolls, boxes, paper plates and other recyclables.
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Honeybees and Pollinators
with John Gallagher
Tuesday, September 14 at 5:30 pm
Under the Reis Park Pavilion (rain or shine)
This is a one hour presentation exploring honeybees and their role in our everyday lives. You will see up close: beekeeping tools and equipment such as smoker, veil, beekeeper suit,hive box ( empty of course!), and a frame of live honeybees that will be safely secured in an observation hive!
Registration is Required by Sept 13.
Register Here .
Space is limited to allow for social distancing. Masks covering nose and mouth are required
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The Importance of Exercise in Children
of all Ages
(via Zoom)
Thursday, September 16 from 5-6pm*.
*Pre-registration required- register here.
Registration ends Sept 15.
A Zoom link will be sent.
Led by: Stephanie Reilly PT, DPT, C/NDT; Clinical Director-IVYREHAB Network
This session will focus on educating parents/caregivers on the importance of making exercise an integral part of any child's life as soon as possible. From having an infant playing on the floor, having your toddler playing outside in the yard, having your older child involved in an activity that incorporates whole body movement, or having your adolescent child involved in group sports or gym classes. Additionally, evidence to support the importance of inclusion of exercise in everyday life will be included.
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Elephant Appreciation Day~ via Zoom!
Create a Model Magic clay colorful Elmer the Elephant!
Tuesday, Sept 21 from 3:30-4:30.
Best for ages 4-12.
Prior registration required- register here.
Registration ends Sept 20.
Somers Library will supply the following materials:
(Materials must be picked up by Sept 20)
-White Card Stock 9 x 12
-Blue paper 7 x 12
-Green paper 2 x 12
-Brown paper 2 x 7
-Purple paper 3 x 12
-A circle sticker of yellow, orange Or red
-Green tissue paper 7 x 9
-1 packet of Model Magic clay
Have these materials ready from home in time for the program start:
-scissors
-glue
-markers
-pencil
-scotch tape
An adult will be needed to assist younger children with the workshop.
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ZOOM Pajama Story Time!
Tuesdays 6:30-7pm:
Sept 28
Oct 5 , 12, 19, 26
Pre- Registration is required .
Register here .
An email with Zoom link will be sent in advance.
************************************************************************************ For programs taking place in the tent outside Children's Room** **COVID protocols please- masks for all ages 2+ years covering nose & mouth; 6' distance at tables IN THE EVENT OF A WEATHER CANCELLATION, CHECK HERE.
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We are continuing to send special emails on Mondays and Thursdays!
These are themed and timely websites, activities and links to e-books!
Our programs are funded by the Friends of the Somers Library through your donations. Thanks for your support!
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Friends of the Somers Library
September, 2021
RJ Storm Concert rescheduled to September 19, 2021! On September 19th, at 2 pm, outdoors in front of the library, the RJ Storm and Old School Bluegrass Band will perform a concert funded by the Friends. Bring your lawn chair, blanket, picnic, and join us for some wonderful music and togetherness. In the event of a major storm, the event will be rescheduled. This wonderful band is back by popular demand. Hope to see you there! (The original date had to be rescheduled due to tropical storm, Henri.)
Friends of the Somers Library 2021 Membership Drive: The Friends of the Somers Library (FSL) is an organization committed to sponsoring educational, cultural and recreational programs at the Somers Library. Varied programs including concerts, theatrical productions, art classes, WINK (What I Need Known), Race Amity Day programming, and summer reading programs for children and adults are just a few of the programs that the FSL supports. These programs can only continue with the continued generous support of the Somers community. To help the Friends continue to provide quality programming, you can:
- pick up a donation flyer at the library,
- donate using your PayPal account to: FSLdonations@gmail.com
- USPS mail to The Friends of the Somers Library, P O Box 443, Somers, NY 10589.
If you are on our mailing list, you will get a membership drive letter from us in the third week of September.
For as little as $20, you can help ensure that the library maintains its high standard of programs.
The Friends of the Somers Library is recognized as a 501 (c) (3) organization and gladly accepts donations of any amount including matching grants. Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent allowable by law. Thank you to all of our dedicated members, library staff and volunteers who help make all of these programs possible!
The Friends of the Somers Library is a nonprofit organization chartered by the Regents of the University of the State of New York.
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From the Somers Library Foundation
September 2021
As summer vacations wind down and we return to school and work, our Ninth 5K Trail Run and 1 Mile Family Fun Run will be here before you know it.
Much thanks to the many community members, organizations, and businesses who are sponsoring this event. There are still opportunities to volunteer at the race to register runners, provide water to the runners, and recognize our sponsors.
Come out on Sunday, September 12, 2021 and join in with our many runners, joggers and walkers of all ages at the Reis Park ball fields and surrounding nature trails. Have fun and support our library!
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Got books to donate? Our final day to collect your gently used books for our Community Book Sale will be at the 5K Trail Run on Sunday, September 12. We will have tables set aside to receive your book donations while you support our race and family fun run participants. We need time to prepare for the Community Book Sale, so no books will be accepted after the 5K Race. We already have over 600 boxes of good quality books thanks to your generous donations, so we expect this to be another great event with something for everyone.
The Community Book Sale will be held Friday, 22 Oct - Sunday, 24 Oct. More details to follow on the Foundation's website and social media pages.
Please reach out to the Foundation if you are interested in volunteering to help us move, setup, sell, or cleanup during the Community Book Sale. We have lots of ways you can be part of this community event. ~
We wish you all a safe and peaceful autumn and we look forward to seeing you at the Park.
Somers Library Foundation is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization that raises funds to support projects that beautify, modernize and enrich the offerings and capabilities of the Somers Library, our community's intellectual and cultural center -- Working for YOU to improve our Library.
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