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December 2022 | NEWSLETTER

NEWS FROM THE LIBRARY

Ellenville Public Library and Museum

Thank you to everyone who donated to our 2022 Great Give Back Donations of Dignity collection drive!

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Library Closings:

Christmas Holiday
Saturday, December 24th- Monday, December 26th
The Library will be closed for the Christmas Holiday.

New Year's Eve
Saturday, December 31st
The library will be closing at 2:00pm Saturday, December 31st.

New Year's Day (Observed)
Monday, January 2nd
The Library will be closed in observance of New Year's Day.

Tuesdays and Thursdays:

Digital Navigator Drop-ins!

Do you have a question about your computer or phone?

Do you need help learning how to use your email or use Zoom? Do you have questions about digital devices or services?

Come to Digital Navigator Drop-Ins

Every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:00-4:00pm

in the library!

Our Digital Library is open 24/7!

Access thousands of titles for free with your library card!

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This Month's Events:

Medicare 101 on Zoom
Thursday, December 1, 6:00pm
On Zoom
Are you currently enrolled in Medicare? Will you be turning 65 over the next year or two? Learn about eligibility, how and when to enroll, when you can make changes, and the insurance options available to you. Review and compare what services are covered/not covered under Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. Detail the costs associated with medical and drug insurance. Explore and evaluate Original Medicare, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Prescription Drug Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans. This program will simplify the choices you need to make, help you make more well-informed decisions and explain what Medicare means for you! This is an educational event. At the online registration page, please fill in your first name only and leave your last name blank.

Snowglobe Decorating Contest (Ages 13+)
Saturday, December 3, 12:00pm
In the Community Room
Adults and teens 13 and up can come to the library and compete to make the best snowglobe. After the competition, the snowglobes will be voted for online. The winner will be selected by popular vote on December 12th, and will receive a cozy winter gift basket.

Winter Tales Story Crafters Performance
Saturday, December 3, 1:00pm
In the Community Room
For families with ages 4 and up A Storycrafters family performance. Stories and songs for long winter's days and evenings, to carry us away on our imaginations to fantastic places filled with magic and wonder. Please call (845)647-5530 to sign up ahead of time!

Virtual Genealogy Workshop- Building and Understanding Family Trees
Monday, December 5, 6:00pm
On Zoom
Building and understanding family trees, including the differences of pedigree and family group trees, gathering accurate information, understanding, and analyzing relationships.

Die Hard Movie Night (R)
Tuesday, December 6, 6:00pm
In the Community Room
Watch Die Hard and eat popcorn!

Grown Up Game Night
Wednesday, December 7, 6:00-8:00pm
In the Conference Room
Come play board, card, and Wii games at the library! Pizza will be served!

Historic Food Talk: CHOCOLATE with Historian Peter Rose
Saturday, December 10, 12:00pm
In the Museum
Join EPL&M and food historian Peter Rose for a presentation on the history of chocolate!

Dealing With Holiday Stress Workshop
Tuesday, December 13, 6:00pm
In the Community Room
Do holidays stress you out every year? Would you like to develop skills to help you enjoy your winter holidays? Come to our Dealing with Holiday Stress workshop!

Teen Mini Cake Decorating Workshop (Ages 11-18)
Monday, December 19, 6:00pm
In the Community Room
Decorate a cake and eat it too!

Painted Mason Jar Lanterns
Tuesday, December 20, 6:00pm
In the Conference Room
Come make fun DIY painted lanterns!

DIY Mason Jar Hot Chocolate Mix
Wednesday, December 21, 6:00pm
In the Conference Room
Make a delightful DIY mason jar hot chocolate mix. Give as a gift or use it yourself!

Past Programs:

Did you miss one of our awesome virtual programs?

You can still access them here!

Check out our new Virtual Museum Exhibit Here:

"This highly-inspirational movie is full of laughter, excitement, and heart. The cast is solid and brings uniqueness to their individual characters in this amazing true story. Kirk Cameron and Raphael Ruggero bring different characteristics to the film, but together they effortlessly lead Lifemark to become an unforgettable look at the unbreakable bond that exists with the ones that we hold dear."

For more details or questions, please contact epl@rcls.org