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Hart Book Discussion Group 2008
Hart Book Group meets one Monday a month at 7-9 pm
Ask for Hart Book Discussion selection at the Circulation Desk. How Books Are Chosen for Discussion: Suggestions
are taken year round. They must be available in enough quantity
within the Westchester Library System.
Book Choices are as follows:
January 7
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
Lisa See
February 4
The Master Butchers Singing Club
Louise Erdrich
March 3
Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life
Barbara Kingsolver
April 7
The Chosen
Chaim Potok
May 5
Dear John
Nicholas Sparks
June 2
To Kill A Mockingbird
Harper Lee
July 7
After This
Alice McDermott
August 4
When The Emperor Was Divine
Julie Otsuka
September 8
Wild Swans- Three Daughters of China
Jung Chang
October 6
Keeping The World Away
Margaret Foster
November 10
(change for election polling prep)
Daughter of Fortune
Isabel Allende
December 1
A Thousand Splendid Suns
Khaled Hosseini
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*Registration Procedures
The Programs are FREE, but Registration is required at the Reference Desk or call 914-245-5262 ext. 277.
For more information on Adult Programming contact Melinda O'Brien at MMLibraryTheatre@hotmail.com or 914-245-5262 ext. 245. |
Adult
Computer Programs Spring 2008
Register at the Reference Desk or call
245-5262 ext. 227.
*Mouse Skills
Choose Date:
Tuesday, March 4
Wednesday, April 2
If you have trouble making the computer mouse work for you, register for one of these sessions. Each session is limited to three people. All sessions begin at 10 AM and last 45 minutes. Register at the Reference Desk or call 245-5262, ext. 227. The library now offers a Mouse Skills Tutorial and Mouse Practice from our website. Use it at home or come in and ask a librarian to help you get started on a library computer.
*Introduction to the Internet
Choose Date:
Wednesday, March 5
Tuesday, April 8
Wednesday, April 9
This class is for the Internet beginner. Using the Westchester Library System homepage as a starting point, participants will learn to navigate the Internet. You will need to be able to use a mouse to point and click. Six people will share three computers. All sessions begin at 10 a.m. and end at about 11:15 a.m. Register at the Reference Desk or call 245-5262, ext. 227 or try the Internet tutorials available from the library website.
*Using Search Engines and Subject Directories
Choose Date:
Tuesday, March 11
Tuesday, April 15
Wednesday, April 16
This session focuses on effective use of search engines and subject directories to find information on the Internet. Participants should already have some experience using the Internet on their own or have participated in an Introduction to the Internet session. Six people will share three computers. All sessions begin at 10 a.m. and end at about 11:15 a.m. Register at the Reference Desk or call 245-5262, ext. 227. This class contains information contained in the websites found on our website.
*Technology Information Exchange
Meet with other information seekers to exchange knowledge and skills on topics of interest. A computer with Internet access will be available for demonstrations. Meetings are on Friday mornings from 10:30-12:00 in the Betty Cobb Stewart Community Room. Refreshments will be served. Please sign up at the Reference Desk, 245-5262, ext. 227. Your suggestions for future topics are encouraged.
Friday, March 7
Create your address book (or other database) using Microsoft Access.
Friday, May 2
Use a website (Shutterfly, Snapfish, etc.) to store, organize and share your digital photos.
Friday, June 6
How to keep your computer running smoothly.
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January 2008
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Health Advocacy Workshop: Speak Up for Yourself
Wednesday, January 16 2:00 PM
By the Medicare Rights Center. Speak Up for Yourself is a workshop to help patients communicate effectively with their doctors and health care providers. Learn to speak up and ask questions and gain the confidence you need to understand all about your care. Registration required.
The Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge
Thursday, January 24 7:30 PM
Joint program with the Yorktown Historical Society. Registration required.
Watercolor Tissue Paper Collage Painting
Sunday, January 27 2:00 PM
By Jamie Ross. Colored tissue paper creates an exceptional collage medium. The vibrant and subtle tones produced in combination with a special glue mixture are easily manipulated onto paper. The results ensemble watercolor in a collage form. This unusual medium is used by professional artists and is effortlessly achieved by novices. Each participant will bring home one completed collage painting. Landscape scenery and abstract paintings are themes that will be discussed. Designed for adults. This workshop requires one hour. Registration required.
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| February 2008 |
The Marriage Tune-Up
Tuesday, February 26 7:00 PM
By Debby Gullery. In the same way that our cars need regular maintenance, so do our marriages! Come to The Marriage Tune-up and learn fun and simple skills that you and your partner can use immediately to improve and enrich your relationship! Because when it comes to loving, there's always more to learn! Debby Gullery has teacher certification in numerous marriage, family and relationship programs, as well as a degree in Family and Social Change. She has been teaching and coaching couples and families in different capacities around the country for over twenty years. She is currently the National Director of the Marriage and Family Initiative, a project of Women's Federation for World Peace. Registration required.
Health and Wellness Workshop
Friday, February 15 11:30 AM
By Chris Warden, D.C. and Maria Calodonna. This informative 45 minute lecture will help you develop a strategy for your health improvement. You will be given the tools to take control of your health and take positive action steps to achieve your goals. Topics will include: Stretching and Exercise, Posture, Nutrition, Proper Rest, Improving Your Attitude and The Key Role of Your Nervous System in Health. Registration required.
The Coulior & The Vanishing Glaciers: Book Reading and Discussion
Thursday, February 28 7:00 PM
By Richard Manichello. An Emmy Award-winning director and writer of stage, film, and television, Manichello's career spans 25+ years in a demanding and shifting industry. Reading from his novel, The Couloir, a romance/adventure tale set in the Southern Alps of Switzerland, the author combines fictional intrigue with the stark reality of present-day 'climate change' in his presentation of "The Vanishing Glaciers" a 45-minute visual 'inconvenient truth' about the Alpine ecosystem and mankind's belated responses to global warming. Registration required.
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| March 2008 |
Fund Raising For Non-Profit Organizations
Thursday, March 6 7:00 PM
By Andrew Donovan. Establishing a fund raising program for the local non-profit organization. This seminar will focus on the methods not-for-profit organizations use to raise funds to further their charitable missions. The seminar will concentrate on annual giving as well as the ways organizations can start-up planned giving programs. The target audience is the not-for-profit administrator and volunteer leader. Registration required.
Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition at the Yorktown Museum
Tuesday, March 11 7:00 PM
By Martha Mesiti, Librarian and genealogy enthusiast. Joint program with the Yorktown Museum. Introduction to Ancestry Library Edition. You will be lead through the online database Ancestry, Library Edition, to help you navigate Federal Census records, vital records, immigration information, and military databases. Registration required.
An Unlikely Cat Lady: Book Reading and Discussion
Sunday, March 9 2:00 PM
By Nina Malkin. Feral Adventures in the Backyard Jungle. This sprightly tale will please cat lovers everywhere, and maybe even convert a few dog lovers along the way. Registration required.
Health Advocacy Workshop: Navigating a Hospital Stay
Wednesday, March 12 2:00 PM
By the Medicare Rights Center. Navigating a Hospital Stay is a workshop that provides tips to help people ensure their safety and well-being in the hospital. Learn what you need to know before you have a hospital stay! Registration required.
Fibromyalgia: Fact and Fallacies About Fibromyalgia
Friday, March 14 11:30 AM
By Dr. Michael Berardis. What is Fibromyalgia? Signs and Symptoms, Causes and Effects and Diet and Nutrition. What can you do? Registration required.
Make Your Headaches a Thing of the Past
Friday March 28 11:30 AM
By Dr. Jodi Kennedy. Become equipped with the nutritional, postural and self-massage survival tips that any headache sufferer can't bear to live without. Come and make "Head-way" with your nagging headaches. Registration required.
Preserving The American Spirit: The History of DAR: Women's History Month Program
Thursday, March 27 7:00 PM
Joint program with the Yorktown Historical Society.
For more than 100 years, the Daughters of the American Revolution have carried the torch of patriotism. Love of country was the purpose: ancestors who fought for freedom was the bond that connected women from North and South to reunite the country following the Civil War. The Mohegan Chapter Daughters of Westchester continue the tradition of promoting patriotism, education, and historical preservation. DAR members make a difference in our community by volunteering at our local VA Hospitals, preserving local landmarks, participating in literacy programs, awarding scholarships and financial aid to students and sponsoring American history essay contests in our primary schools. Please join us as we discuss local DAR history and the extraordinary women since the chapter's formation in 1894 and the new faces of the DAR for the future. Registration required.
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| April 2008 |
Women's Health Awareness: Breast Cancer Prevention and Awareness
Friday, April 11 11:30 AM
By Hudson Valley Hospital Center's Jeann Tudisco, RT(R) (M)BD What is Breast Cancer? Digital mammogram...What is the difference?...Early screening is the best prevention...What are the signs?...Breast Cancer Facts. Registration required.
Health Advocacy Workshop: Speak Up for Yourself
Wednesday, April 16 2:00 PM
By the Medicare Rights Center. Speak Up for Yourself is a workshop to help patients communicate effectively with their doctors and health care providers. Learn to speak up and ask questions and gain the confidence you need to understand all about your care. Registration required.
Through the Eyes of a Child: Book Reading and Discussion
Thursday, April 17 7:00 PM
By Ann Lovegrine and Paulette Argrette. In Through the Eyes of a Child these two mothers explore the many facets of child rearing from the unique perspective of a youngster. These mothers reflect on the parenting skills and responsibilities of caring for children, from the prenatal stages through the teen years. They also answer questions often faced on the perilous journey to parenthoods, such as: What can I expect during pregnancy and childbirth? What items will we need when the baby arrives? How much will it cost us to raise a child? How do I raise an infant to be a successful adult? Incorporating pertinent tips alongside detailed graphs, even the most experienced parent will be encouraged by insights found in the chapters like, "The Power of Words and Actions on Behavior," and "Social Graces and Saving Faces." Registration required.
You Say You Want a Revolution: John Lennon, The Beatles & The Policies of the 1960s & 1970s
Thursday, April 24 7:00 PM
By Dr. Terry Hamblin. this lecture and multimedia presentation highlight the Beatles impact on the political, cultural, and social changes of the 1960's. The Beatles were one of the most popular and influential musical groups of the 20th Century. During the 1960s, the Beatles revolutionized and redefined the genre of rock music and had a tremendous impact on American youth and popular culture. During this time, the Beatles were also affected by the political and cultural changes of the era. Their music, which initially had been comprised of catchy love songs, evolved and began to reflect the more serious tone of the times. Beginning with the release "Rubber Soul" in 1965, the music of the Beatles began to address the more social, cultural, and political issues of the era. Subsequent releases delved further into these issues and addressed issues like the Vietnam War, the Summer of Love, and the Student protests of the 1960's. Through examining the music and the lyrics of the Beatles, we will explore how they reflected and influenced the various social, political, and cultural movements that emerged during this time. Registration required.
Estate Planning and Wills
Friday, April 25 11:30 AM
By Pace Women's Justice Center. Experienced Elder Law Attorney will be speaking and answering questions about wills and estate planning. Registration required.
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| May 2008 |
Powerful Strategies to Transform Your Resume and Optimize Your Career
Thursday, May 15 7:00 PM
By Mark D. Berkowitz. Learn the strategies that will: Help you effectively communicate who you are as a professional and identify your value in the workplace; Get you noticed; Help you gain control of the interview and have the meeting focused on what YOU are good at; Dramatically shorten your job search; Significantly increase your salary. Registration required.
Advanced Planning: Health Care Proxies, Living Wills and Powers of Attorney
Friday, May 16 11:30 AM
By Pace Women's Justice Center. Experienced Elder Law Attorney will be speaking and answering questions about advanced planning. Registration required.
Terrible Polichiness - Puppet Theatre: Louis Duranty's Literary, Naughty Puppet Shows of 19th Century Paris
Sunday, May 18 2:00 PM
Louis Duranty & the Terrible Polichinelle: the literary children's puppet theatre of the Tuileries Garden, Paris, 1860-67. A brief history of Punch
& Judy and the French Polichinelle, focusing on the 19th century children's puppet theatre of Duranty, created with the aid of French wits, writers, and artists; and featuring a staged reading (with hands-on experience!) of one of Duranty's elaborate, Guignol-style Polichinelle scripts. Sean Keohane, the author of The Merchant of Blows-with-a-Stick and Other Plays by Louis Duranty, received a 2006 Seed grant from the Jim Henson Foundation to translate and stage 19th century French hand puppet plays. His touring booth theatre and lectures have been invited to tech Puppeteers of America's National as well as REgional Festivals; the Orlando Puppet Festival in Florida; the High Museum of Art in Atlanta, Georgia; and the Swedish cottage Marionette Theatre in Central Park, New York; on behalf of the Puppetry Guild of Great New York. Registration required.
Health Advocacy Workshop: Navigating a Hospital Stay
Wednesday, May 21 2:00 PM
By the Medicare Rights Center. Navigating a Hospital Stay is a workshop that provides tips to help people ensure their safety and well-being in the hospital. Learn what you need to know before you have a hospital stay! Registration required. |
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