Cornwall Public Library Newsletter - November 2023 | |
From the Director's Desk... | |
November is the month that contains Thanksgiving, which marks the start of the hectic holiday season. Even though it can be stressful, I've always liked taking the time to be thankful for things that matter: family, a roof over my head, a good job, friends, and living in this particular country where one is free to think for themselves, are a few of the things that come to mind. I'm also thankful that I work in such a great place, you know what I mean? The staff is wonderful and even though we haven't been in our own building for a while due to a construction project, it's still a great place to work. Come on out to some of our programs and see for yourself. A good library is definitely something to be thankful for!
Charlotte A. Dunaief
Library Director
cdunaief@rcls.org
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Library Hours at
Munger Cottage
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- Monday - Wednesday: 9am—8pm
- Thursday: 9am—5pm
- Friday: 9am—6pm
- Saturday: 9am—4pm
- Sunday: 1pm—4pm
Reminder: there is no access to a drop box while at our temporary location, so patrons need to return books during our hours of operation.
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Monthly Business Meeting
Wednesday, November 8
7:00pm
C-o-H Village Hall Board Room
All meetings are open to the public. The current agenda and meeting packet can be found here.
| The library will be closed Thursday & Friday, November 23 & 24 for the Thanksgiving holiday. | | |
Construction Update - Reopening November 28 | |
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We are pleased to tentatively announce the anticipated reopening of the library building on Tuesday, November 28. As we did in August, we plan to completely close our Munger Cottage operations beginning on Monday, November 20 so that we can move technology and materials back to the library. Of course, these dates are subject to change given the sometimes unpredictable nature of construction. Continue to check our website and social media for the latest information.
What's taking so long? The delay is due to two additional projects that were added to the scope of the original work - entry & hallway flooring and barrel ceiling joint repair. Because the entire project is being done using NYS grant money, additional approvals were required by the state, all pushing our re-opening date back. We know how frustrating delays are; but we also know the importance of getting the work done right the first time around. Thanks for your steady patience!
We continue to provide basic circulation services from Munger Cottage (40 Munger Drive). Simply order your materials from other RCLS libraries and pick up at Munger. Not sure how to do that? Just give us a call at 845-534-8282 and we can help. Unfortunately, no computers, printing, copying or faxing are available at our temporary location.
If you'd like to browse a library collection, your Cornwall card is welcome at 47 member libraries in the RCLS system.*
*West Point residents with a Cornwall Local Access card will need to continue ordering their materials for pick-up at our satellite location during our construction closure. Please contact the CPL at 845-534-8282 and ask for Ellen with any questions or concerns about this policy.
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Medicare 101: Parts A, B, C, D
Wednesday, November 1
11am - 12pm
Munger Cottage - Dining Room
Attention, current and new 2024 Medicare enrollees! It's time to compare plans and make sure you have the right health and prescription drug coverage.
A drop-in program - no registration required.
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Drug Interactions & Side Effects:
What Every Patient Needs to Know
Thursday, November 2
9:00 - 10:00am
Munger Cottage - Dining Room
Join John Battiato, Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall Director of Pharmacy Services, as he explains how you can stay better informed about potential drug interactions and side-effects.
Registration is requested and can be accessed via the library website.
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Salute to Broadway:
Tunes on the Electric Cello
Friday, November 3
6:00 - 7:00pm
Munger Cottage - Main Room
Catch the unique sound of Alex Prizgintas and his amplified cello as he immerses his audience in a journey combining history and harmony with Broadway musical selections.
A drop-in program - no registration required.
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Interviewing 101:
Preparing for Your Next Job
Thursday, November 9
12:00 - 1:00pm
via Zoom
Learn interview skill techniques with Job Interview Coach Andy Maroney. This free, virtual program is designed to help you get ready to succeed in all aspects of your job search.
Please register via the library website. A Zoom link will be sent to the first 25 registrants. If registration is full, please call the library at 845-534-8282 to be placed on a waiting list.
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Lung Cancer Seminar
Thursday, November 9
6:00 - 7:00pm
Munger Cottage - Main Room
Dr. Marc Rappaport, Medical Oncologist at Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall, will explain the risks, screening, symptoms and treatment of lung cancer. MSLC Oncology Navigators will also be available to connect participants with services for lung, colon, cervical and breast cancer screenings.
Registration is requested and can be accessed through the library website. Refreshments will be provided.
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Teen Tech Tutoring
Monday, Nov. 13
4:00 - 5:00pm
Munger Cottage - Dining Room
Got tech questions? Let our savvy teen volunteers assist you. Bring your devices and your questions. No appointments needed - first come, first served
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6-Hour Safe Driver Course
Wednesday, November 15 (Waitlist Only)
OR
Friday, December 1
8:45am - 4:00pm
Sponsored by AARP
C-o-H Village Hall Board Room
Please register in person at the library with payment (cash or check) to confirm registration - $25 for AARP members; $30 for non-members.
Make checks payable to AARP, with AARP member number (if applicable) written on check. Cash payments must be exact change only. Participants must bring driver's license and AARP card (if applicable) to class.
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Great Decisions
Thursday, November 16
7:00pm - 8:30pm
via Zoom
Join America’s largest discussion program on world affairs. November’s topic is Climate Change, Environmental Degradation & Migration. Course briefing books are now freely available at the library for interested patrons, thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Cornwall Library. For more information, contact Pam Stockton at pstockton@rcls.org or 845-534-8282.
Due to library construction, this meeting will be virtual. Please register via the library website to receive a Zoom link on the day of the program.
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Boxwood Tabletop Holiday Tree Demonstration
Monday, November 27
6:00 - 7:00pm
Munger Cottage - Main Room
Get into the holiday spirit by joining Merritt Florist’s Betsy Sharo as she demonstrates how to create your own Boxwood Tabletop Holiday Tree. One lucky winner will take home the evening’s creation.
A drop-in event – no registration required.
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Creative Writers
Select Mondays
11:30am-1:30pm
Always open to new members. For planning purposes, we request that participants register via the library website prior to attending.
During library construction, this group will meet at the
C-o-H Village Hall Board Room.
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Member's Choice
Book Group
November 1 @4:30pm
Gutenberg's Apprentice
by Alix Christie
During library construction, this group will meet at the C-o-H Village Hall Board Room. New members are always welcome. This is a hybrid group. If you would like a Zoom link, please register via the library website.
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Out & About
Book Group
November 15 @7:00pm
The Authenticity Project
by Clare Pooley
Join us in November at Yobo Restaurant for some food, drinks & lively discussion. New people are always welcome! To help coordinate with the restaurant, we are asking anyone planning to attend to register via the library website.
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Mystery Book Group
November 16 @2:00pm
Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers
by Jesse Q. Sutanto
During library construction, this group will meet at the
C-o-H Village Hall Mayor's Conference Room. New members are always welcome.
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Book Chat & Chocolate
November 30 @7:00pm
This Tender Land
by William Kent Krueger
New members are always welcome...and chocolate is always served!
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Holiday Card-Making Workshop
Thursday, November 30
2:30 - 4:30pm
Enjoy a fun, crafty afternoon of holiday card-making. Due to library construction, we are holding this event at St. John’s Episcopal Church - 66 Clinton St. Space is limited and registration is required. Registration via the library website opens November 7.
Light refreshments
will be served.
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Create a Holiday Boxwood
Tabletop Tree
Tuesday, December 5
4:30 - 6:30 pm
Munger Cottage -
Main Room
Design a festive Boxwood Tabletop Tree for the holidays with the creative help of Merritt Florist’s Betsy Sharo. Space is limited and registration required, along with a $20 materials fee to confirm registration. Registration opens via the library website on November 7.
Bring clippers, scissors and wire cutters.
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Veterans Day Reception
Saturday, November 11
11:00am - 2:00pm
C-o-H Village Hall
We invite the Cornwall community to join us in honoring those who have served in our nation’s armed forces. We will have displays that include:
- maps of service areas
- vintage uniforms
- our “Wall of Honor,” featuring photos of Cornwall veterans or family members who have served.
A family drop-in event.
Light refreshments will be served.
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Potential & Kinetic Energy w/ Assembly Member Eachus
Tuesday, November 14
4:30 - 5:30pm
Munger Cottage - Main Room
For ages 4 and up.
NYS Assembly Member (and retired physics teacher) Chris Eachus dives into the science of energy as he shares fun, hands-on ways to understand and experience the potential and kinetic energy all around us.
Registration required via the library website and opens November 7.
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Saturday Story Time
November 18
10:30am
Good Books Bookstore
See your library friends again and enjoy a special story time with the whole family. Due to library construction, this story time will be held at Good Books Bookstore - 284 Main St., Cornwall.
A drop-in event - no registration required.
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