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December News Bulletin Volume 22 |
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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 |
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 |
Wondering if the library is open when the weather gets nasty?
Call 845-744-3375 any time after 8:30 am to get the latest updates on our schedule. |
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December 12-7: NY Project Hope presentation 12-16: Premonitions, Predictions and Prophesies with Bill and Sue Wiand 12-18: Holiday Raffle Baskets Drawing January 1-11: Deep Breathing for Managing Stress February 2-15: Art of Creativity for Managing Stress March 3-15: Journaling for Stress Relief 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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HOLIDAY RAFFLE BASKETS  This year, instead of the ANNUAL FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY COOKIE WALK, they have put together an incredible display of RAFFLE BASKETS...something for everyone...including pets! The RAFFLE BASKETS are currently on display in the main building. STOP BY AND TAKE A PEEK! All proceeds go directly to the PINE BUSH LIBRARY...and we are grateful.
Drawing will be held on SATURDAY DEC. 18, at 11:00 AM in the library COMMUNITY CENTER, where you can also pick up some last-minute gifts from our Holiday Shop and from our local vendors:
HAPPY HERBS SOAP & HOMEMADE JAMS & JELLIES BY LIZ. Raffle Ticket Prices: 6 for $5.00 15 for $10.00 A yard for $20.00 |
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Come on down to our annual Holiday Sale!!! From jewelry to decorations to the perfect gift for that one person on your list that’s impossible to shop for, we have it all. The sale is taking place in the community center every Monday - Friday from 9:30 am to 4:00 pm and Saturdays from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm. |
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WATCH OUR LATEST YOUTUBE VIDEO Everyone Can Dowse Your success will depend on your belief in yourself and asking the proper concise questions. Use your pendulum, "Y" rods or other devices and surround yourself in the realm of dowsing. In this class we will discuss tools, charts and methods to insure getting the correct answers to life's questions. Join us and enjoy a quest for answers. Click HERE and join Bill & Sue Wiand as they introduce you the the ancient art of dowsing. |
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As the weather gets colder, the Pine Bush Library will be implementing an Indoor Storytime policy with limited space. Pre-registration IS REQUIRED...NO DROP INS! Please do not leave a telephone message to register. Limit of 6 children per session ONLY, with ONLY 1 PARENT/ADULT. ALL PARENTS/ADULTS MUST WEAR MASKS!!! If the weather is still nice, we may choose to meet outdoors. Please call ahead. NOTE: IF YOU CANNOT MAKE IT ONCE REGISTERED, PLEASE LET US KNOW, SO WE MAY ACCOMMODATE THOSE ON A WAITING LIST. ALSO, REGISTRATION WILL BE ROTATED EACH MONTH, TO ALLOW AS MANY TO PARTICIPATE AS POSSIBLE. We ask for your patience as we try to bring the children back to the library for regular indoor visits. If you have any questions, please call Miss Vicki at 744-5295 x 3. |
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STORYTIME!!!!! TODDLER TIME WITH MISS LUCY (2 - 3 YEAR OLDS WITH 1 PARENT/CAREGIVER) MONDAYS DEC. 6 - 27, 10:30 AM PRESCHOOL STORYTIME WITH MISS CHRISSY (3 - 5 YEAR OLDS WITH 1 PARENT/CAREGIVER) WEDNESDAYS DEC. 1 - 22, 10: 30 AM SPACE IS LIMITED!!! MASKS ARE REQUIRED!!! MUST REGISTER IN ADVANCE! NO DROP INS Please call 744-5295 x 3 |
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DROP-IN AFTER SCHOOL CHESS (GRADES 5 AND UP) Do you play chess? Bring a partner and play a few rounds. FRIDAY DEC. 17, 3:00 - 4:30 PM |
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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. MOCHA WILL BE AT THE PINE BUSH LIBRARY TUESDAY DEC. 14, 3:00 - 4:00 PM and WEDNESDAY DEC. 29, 1:00 - 2:00 PM MUST BE REGISTERED FOR YOUR 15 MINUTE TIME SLOT. PLEASE CALL 744-5295 X 3 |
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COMMUNITY OUTREACH The Pine Bush Library has a long history of working with community partners in an effort to reach out to the less fortunate among us. From acting as a collection point to handing out scholarships and everything in between, the Pine Bush Library and our patrons are always doing our best to give back. Here is a short list of the charitable initiatives we are currently a part of: We are now collecting NEW unwrapped toys to be given to children whose parents can't afford to get them anything for Christmas. Help make a kid's Christmas a little brighter and drop off a toy at the community center. 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 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. Hours each day are 10:00-1:00 and 2:00-3:30. |
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Fear No Evil
by James Patterson
Dr. Alex Cross and Detective John Sampson are attacked by two rival teams of assassins in the rugged Montana wilderness, in the latest addition to the popular, long-running series following Deadly Cross. 760,000 first printing.
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Go tell the bees that I am gone : a novel
by Diana Gabaldon
Jamie and Claire reunite after the Jacobite Rising but worry that their grown family, finally together, will be torn apart by the American Revolution in the latest addition of the popular series following Written in My Own Heart’s Blood. Maps.
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The 1619 Project : a new origin story
by Nikole Hannah-Jones
This ongoing initiative from The New York Times Magazine that began on the 400th anniversary of the beginning of American slavery reimagines if our national narrative actually started in late August of 1619, when a ship arrived in Jamestown bearing a cargo of 20-30 enslaved people from Africa.
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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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