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January News Bulletin Volume 44 |
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Main Library
Monday: 9:30 am - 5 pm Tuesday: 9:30 am - 5 pm Wednesday: 9:30 am - 6 pm Thursday: 9:30 am - 5 pm Friday: 9:30 am - 5 pm Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm Sunday: CLOSED
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Community Center
Monday: 9:30 am - 4 pm Tuesday: 9:30 am - 4 pm Wednesday: 9:30 am - 4 pm Thursday: 9:30 am - 4 pm Friday: 9:30 am - 4 pm Saturday: 10 am - 2 pm Sunday: CLOSED
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12/31: CLOSED 1/2: CLOSED For New Years 1/16: CLOSED For Martin Luther King Jr Day
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January 1/04: The Erie's Pine Bush Branch Then and Now 1/19: Seasonal Affect Disorder with Sue Wiand February 2/16: Honing your Psychic Abilities with Bill Wiand This is not a list of all the activities we have planned in the coming months and some of these dates are subject to change due to weather or other circumstances beyond our control. Any schedule changes will be posted on our Facebook Page and Website as soon as we are aware of them.
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The Pine Bush Library presents : Alex Prizgintas, local author and historian, as he explores the transformation of a forgotten branchlike railroad; The Pine Bush Erie Railroad Line When the Erie Railroad operated its first train through Orange County in 1841, it sparked a seismic shift for transportation in the Hudson Valley. By the end of the nineteenth century, the region was a nexus of railroad traffic and nearly all points in the county could be reached by rail. Though countless other railroads soon built routes through Orange County, the Erie maintained a powerful presence through the operation of various branch lines. The Middletown & Crawford Railroad, later known as the Pine Bush branch, was a prime example of a railroad that connected the countryside to an industrial center. From its origin in Middletown to Pine Bush, the line connected communities such as Circleville, Bullville, and Thompson Ridge as well as highlighting Orange County’s once-prosperous dairy farming industry through the creameries that this line served. However, like several local railroad lines, the Pine Bush branch has faded into obscurity with no service for more than three decades. Join Alex Prizgintas as he retraces the history of the Pine Bush branch and identifies its route through many local communities. Join us at the Library Community Room on January 4, 2023 at 6:00 PM Call: 845-744-4265 ext. 2 to sign up
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NO MORE PLASTIC!!!!! We would like to thank all of you for bringing your plastic to the Library Community Center. Because of your efforts we have kept 1500 POUNDS of plastic out of the oceans/landfills and we are in the process of acquiring TWO more benches made out of recycled plastic to place around the library. Our staff and volunteers have been working 6 days a week to sort, package, weigh and transport all of your donations. To say your response to this program has been amazing is an understatement, we started out thinking we might be able to get 500 pounds before the end of the year and ended up with over three times that. It is now time for us to move on to something new so as of January 1st we will no longer be accepting plastic at the library. We are working with a few other organizations trying to get them to take over and will keep you updated on where you can bring your plastics in the future via our Facebook page, website and newsletter. Thank you once again.
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CHECK OUT OUR LATEST VIDEOS STREAMING 101 What is streaming? What do you need to stream? What streaming services are available? Is streaming better than cable? Get the answers to these questions and more in Streaming 101.
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New this week at the Library
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A world of curiosities
by Louise Penny
Chief Inspector Gamache investigates after a 150-year-old letter points to the discovery and opening of a bricked-up room in an attic thats filled with curiosities, in the 18th novel of the series following The Madness of Crowds. 750,000 first printing.
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The light we carry : overcoming in uncertain times
by Michelle Obama
"Michelle Obama offers readers a series of fresh stories and insightful reflections on change, challenge, and power, including her belief that when we light up for others, we can illuminate the richness and potential of the world around us, discovering deeper truths and new pathways for progress. Drawing from her experiences as a mother, daughter, spouse, friend, and First Lady, she shares the habits and principles she has developed to successfully adapt to change and overcome various obstacles--the earned wisdom that helps her continue to "become""
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Tomorrow, and tomorrow, and tomorrow
by Gabrielle Zevin
Embarking on a legendary collaboration launching them to stardom, two friends, intimates since childhood, have the world at their feet until they discover that their success, brilliance and money wont protect them from their own creative ambitions or the betrayals of the heart. (action & adventure). Simultaneous.
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AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER Did you know that the Pine Bush Library Community Center has DOZENS of games and puzzles? You can come by anytime we are open to see our selection. You can feel free to spend some time playing a game with a friend or if you would like to take some home they are all for sale.
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FROM THE CHILDREN'S LIBRARY |
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TODDLER TIME WITH MISS LUCY (Ages 2 - 3 years with adult) Resumes January 9th MONDAYS January 9th, 23rd & 30th 10:30 AM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME WITH MISS CHRISSY (Ages 3 - 5 years with adult) Resumes January 4th WEDNESDAYS January 4th - 25th 10:30 AM YOU MUST BE REGISTERED IN ADVANCE FOR ALL STORYTIME EVENTS, AS SPACE IS LIMITED INDOORS!!! PLEASE, NO DROP-INS! 845-744-3375 ext.3 IF YOU CANNOT MAKE IT AFTER REGISTRATION, PLEASE CALL TO LET US KNOW! PLEASE DO NOT ATTEND IF YOUR CHILD HAS A FEVER, COUGH OR RUNNY NOSE!!!!!!
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R.E.A.D. To Mocha READING EDUCATION ASSISTANCE DOG This program is designed to help children with their read aloud skills. THURSDAY, JANUARY 12th & 26th As always you MUST register in advance for your time slot. Call 845-744-3375 ext.3 to sign up. |
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Here is a short list of the charitable initiatives we are currently a part of: Bullville Methodist Church Food Pantry We are collecting any and all food items as well as cleaning supplies, PPE, hygiene products, baby products, etc. Donations can be dropped off at either the main library or community center. Jewish Family Service At Jewish Family Service of Orange County, we are dedicated to welcoming all members of the entire Orange County community connecting them to resources and services that can provide support and comfort. Lions Club International Recycle For Sight You can drop off your gently used eye glasses in the collection box at the community center. Keep an eye on our website, Facebook page, and newsletter for any new opportunities to give back. If you have a charity or program you would like us to collect for or promote, please reach out by calling 845-744-4265 ext. 2, emailing PBL@rcls.org, or sending us a message on Facebook @PineBushPublicLibrary.
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THE ULSTER COUNTY MOBILE DMV BUS IS BACK! In an effort to be as conveniently accessible to as many Ulster County residents as possible, the County Clerk’s Office offers limited DMV services through our DMV Mobile Unit. The DMV Mobile Unit travels to 6 different towns throughout Ulster County during the year. You DO NOT need to be an Ulster County resident to use the Mobile DMV! The following transactions can be conducted at the Mobile Unit: Driver’s License Renewal Learner’s Permit Non-Driver I.D. Real I.D. Vehicle Registration Registration Renewal License Plate Surrender Duplicate Title Request Change of Address The Ulster County Mobile DMV will be at the Shawangunk Town Hall on the 2nd, 3rd, 4th & 5th Friday of every month. It can also be found on Canal St. in Ellenville every Wednesday from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm. Hours each day are 10:00-1:00 and 2:00-3:30.
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What Can Your Library Do For You? We here at the Pine Bush Library are always thinking of new, educational, and fun ways to serve our patrons. In the last two years we have created a YouTube channel, gotten a pass so you can access NY State Parks for free, created unique programs such as stargazing and Next Stop Adventure, brought in someone to help you with your technology problems and more. Now we want to hear from YOU, our loyal patrons. Tell us what programs, activities, services, etc. you want your favorite library to offer. If you have an idea for a new program, activity, service, event or anything else please reach out. You can email us PBL@rcls.org, call us 845-744-4265 ext. 2, send us a message on Facebook @PineBushPublicLibrary or just come by the Community Center and tell us in person. |
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You can access hundreds of eBooks, audio books, videos, and more. Download the Libby App to your smartphone or tablet. Kindle users can visit https://rcls.overdrive.com/ and start reading today! If you have questions about any of these apps make an appointment to come in, we will be happy to walk you through the setup process and get you started. |
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Pine Bush Area Public Library District 223-227 Maple Avenue P.O. Box 63 Pine Bush, New York 12566-0063 (845)744-3375pinebusharealibrary.org |
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