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March News Bulletin
Volume 77
 
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
 
March
3/16: Newburgh Trolley Presentation Part: 1 
 
with Ray Kelly
 
3/20: Financial Literacy "Understanding Credit"
 
3/30: Easter Bake Sale
 
 
April
 4/10: Estate Planning 
4/13: Trolleys From Middletown to Goshen with Ray Kelly
4/17: Foraging with the DEC
4/20: Defensive Driving
4/22: Earth Day seed planting
The Defensive Driving class scheduled for March 23rd had been canceled!
 
The next class will be held Saturday, April 20th. 
 
When we have more information we will post it on our Facebook and Website. 
 
New this week at the Library
Three-inch Teeth
by C. J. Box

When the outlaw he locked up years ago is released from prison, determined to exact revenge on the six people who sent him away, Wyoming game warden Joe Pickett, with a grizzly bear on a rampage, soon discovers he's one of those six people.
Attack from within : how disinformation is sabotaging America
by Barbara McQuade

A legal scholar and analyst looks at both the history and current threat of disinformation from Mussolini and Hitler to Bolsonaro and Trump while offering practical solutions to overcoming its poisonous influence on democracy.
A fate inked in blood / : Saga of the Unfated Book 1
by Danielle L. Jensen

After discovering that she is a shield maiden who can repel any attack, a fanatical jarl binds Freya with a blood oath to protect Skaland in a Norse-inspired fantasy romance, from the best-selling author of The Bridge Kingdom series.
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.
 
 

FROM THE CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
 
 
TODDLER STORYTIME 
WITH MISS LUCY
MONDAY
 
March 18th & 25th
10:30 AM.
 
PRESCHOOL STORYTIME 
WITH MISS CHRISSY
WEDNESDAY 
 
March 20th 
10:30 AM
 
CALL 845-744-3375 ext.3 TO REGISTER
 
MUST BE REGISTERED IN ADVANCE...PLEASE NO DROP-INS!
R.E.A.D. with Mocha
 
The Reading Education
 
Assistance Dog
 
Thursday, March 28th 11:00am
 
You must register in advance for your spot
Call 845-744-3375 ext. 3 to sign up 

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.
CALLING ALL VETERANS!
VetNow stands by our community's veterans, providing unwavering support in securing the benefits they rightfully deserve. Connect with a live veteran navigator today for  assistance with housing, education, employment, healthcare, mental health services, and much more. Access these vital VetNow resources by using your RCLS member library card. Click HERE for more information or to sign up.
 
Don't have a card yet? No problem! Simply visit one of our 47 member libraries to obtain your library card and unlock a world of invaluable services tailored specifically for veterans like you. For a list of library locations CLICK HERE.
 
 
 
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, 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.
 
 
 
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.     
 
 
Read with Libby
Borrow eBooks, audiobooks, magazines, and more from your local library for free! Libby is the newer library reading app, loved by millions of readers worldwide!
 
If you have questions about how to install and/or use Libby make an appointment to come in, we will be happy to walk you through the setup process and get you started.

Pine Bush Area Public Library District
223-227 Maple Avenue
P.O. Box 63
Pine Bush, New York 12566-0063
(845)744-3375

pinebusharealibrary.org