BOOKMARK   SPRING   2004

GREETINGS FROM THE DIRECTOR:

We’re buried under 10 inches of snow.  That’s on top of the 8 inches that fell last week.  It’s pretty clear what’s in store for us this winter. And pretty it is!  I can’t help it. I love the snow. No use coming in to yell or thinking evil thoughts about me.  There is nothing else like watching the snow falling, coating the trees and scooping up shovelful after shovelful. I am lucky enough to live in Ardsley as well as work here and know first hand what a great job our village department of public works does at cleaning the streets and digging out the Library lot for us. Because of their diligence, we can open the library safely. So come on down, we’ll be here.
I would like to see more of you here. This season we will be offering some programs for adults again. We are very lucky to have many generous Friends of the Library who not only pay for our collection of videos and DVDs but also for all the programming here at the library. We want to offer some interesting programs for you all. So look inside, join us if something appeals to you.  Let me know if there are things you would like to see or do at the library.
This library belongs to you. Take advantage of it. Enjoy it.

Keep well, and I hope to see you here at the Library!
                                                     Angela


RITA'S ADVISORY:

Q: WHO ARE THEY??
A: Debut novel authors you might enjoy reading

Coplin, Keith.  Crofton’s Fire  
Adventures of a young lieutenant in the post Civil War army. A mix of Western and war novel.  Brutally realistic, balanced with humor and a bit of romance.  A very likable character.

Compton, Jodi.  37th Hour
Minneapolis detective faces the most disturbing case of her career when her husband mysteriously vanishes. Kirkus says Compton “Plots intelligently, writes elegantly and creates characters you believe in. A dazzling debut.”

Dunbar, Dayna.  Saints and Sinners of Okay County
Aletta has had the ability to converse with ghosts and see future lives of others since she was a young girl. In doing so she must also confront her past and bring order to her life. If you like Fannie Flagg, you will enjoy this appealing first novel.

Niffenegger, Audrey   Time Traveler’s Wife
Time-travel romance, cleverly executed.  Henry, a rare-books librarian, has a genetic condition that causes him to time-travel.  The trips triggered by stress are unpredictable and his destination is usually connected to an important event in his life.  A compelling read.
 

PROGRAMS:

Children’s Programs—Winter/Spring 2004

Please note that registration for all children’s programming begins on the first day of the month in which the program will be held. To register please come to the library or call us at (914) 693-6636.  Registration for Storytime, Two’s Company and Bouncing Babies will begin on January 20, 2004.
 
 
Preschool Storytime
Wednesdays, February 4, 11, 25, March 10, 17, 24, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, at 1:00PM
For children 3 1/2 to 5. The "Big Guys" will go upstairs as a group, without their caregivers, and are treated to stories, songs, flannel board stories and puppets.
 
Two's Company
Wednesdays, February 4, 11, 25, March 10, 17, 24, April 14, 21, 28, May 5, 12, 19, at 10:30 am

For children 2 to 3 1/2 years old with their caregivers. Hear stories and rhymes, sing songs and join in with the Ardsley Toddler Marching Band!
 
Bouncing Babies
First Friday of each month at 10:45am [February 6, March 5, April 2, May 7, June 4]

Join Nora Maher and introduce babies ages 6 months to 2 years to fun at the Library. Enjoy stories, rhymes, songs, musical instruments and other bouncing baby treats.

 

Book Groups
 
Reading Rox (and Pizza Too!)
Fridays, March 19, April 23, May 21at 4:00 pm
 
Drop in for some delicious pizza, some cold drinks and some great talk about books, starting with Silent to the Bone by E.L. Konigsburg.
This program is for grades 5 and up.  Registration is required.
 
 
Cookies and Critics
Fridays, March 5, April 16, May 7 at 4:00 pm
 
Eat some great cookies and talk about some great books, starting with The Dark Stairs by Betsy Byars.
This program is for grades 3 and up and registration is required.
 
 
 
Special Programs
 
GUNG HAY FAT CHOY!
Saturday, January 24 at 2:00pm
 
Happy Chinese New Year!  Help welcome the Year of the Monkey to Ardsley, with stories, crafts and Chinese delicacies.
All ages welcome.  Registration required.
 
 
Radical Reptiles
Saturday, March 20 at 2:00 pm
 
Join Bruce Louder of Animal Encounters and have a hands-on encounter with some amazing reptiles, including “Julius Squeezer”, a friendly 14 foot Burmese python!
 
This program is for ages 6 and up.  Registration is limited to 25.
 

Cinema Ardsley
 
FINDING NEMO
Friday February 20 at 2:00pm
 
Swim on over to the Library and watch Nemo’s great adventure.  Snacks will be served!
Come enjoy the show!
 
 
Craft Programs
 
Kids Craft Club
Fridays, March 2, April 30 at 4:00 pm
 
A monthly program for kids grades K through 2.  Take a break from school and get ready for the weekend by finding the artist within you.  A different project each session will get those creative juices flowing!
 

Valentine’s Day Craft Project
Friday, February 6 with ½ hour sessions at 3:30 and 4:30 pm
 
Celebrate Valentine’s Day by making cards for the ones you love.  
This program is for all ages, 4 and under need a caregiver please.
 
Mother’s Day Craft Project
Saturday, May 1
 
Drop in between 11:00am and 3:00pm and make a card for your favorite Mother.  No registration required.  All ages welcome, 4 and under need a caregiver please.

 
Summer Reading Club
 
Stay tuned for information on our ever-popular Summer Reading Club.  As usual, the Kick-Off will be on the first Saturday after school lets out, so that makes it June 26, 2004 this year. Our theme for 2004 is:  New York is Read, White and Blue!  We are looking forward to sharing some of those glorious summer afternoons with the enthusiastic readers of Ardsley.  There will be lots of special programs for members and of course new and exciting prizes as incentives!  Save those Thursday evenings for the Library!!!
 
In addition, we’re trying something new this summer for those 5th grade and up readers.  We will kick off the summer by holding our 3rd annual Battle of the Books on Thursday evening, June 24th.  Then we encourage our older readers to sign up for our Summer Volunteer Program.  Help out your favorite library in a variety of ways and earn rewards beyond your wildest dreams.  Finish up with an end of summer bash, with great food, music and other surprises. Details to follow!
 
Adult Programs

Freedom Quilts and the Underground Railroad
Sunday May 2, 2004 at 2 PM

Quilts played a key role in preparing and guiding the slaves on their journey on the Underground Railroad.  Performed in period dress, this presentation will discuss the use of quilts as a method of communication used by the slaves seeking freedom.

This program jointly presented by the Friends of the Ardsley Library and the Ardsley Historical Society.  Light refreshments will be served

Adult Book Discussion Group
March 18th, April 15th, May 20th, June 17th

Our popular book discussion group will continue this Spring. Meetings will be held the third Thursday of the month at 7:30 PM.  If you would like to join the group, please phone us at 693-6636 or come in person.  All books will be available through inter-library loan by request.

If you would be interested in joining a daytime adult book discussion group let us know what day and time would be good and we’ll see if we can get one going…see Angela at the library.

Sit and Knit
Tuesdays at 10:30AM starting March 2, 2004

Bring your knitting and come to the library for some coffee and company. Meet some neighbors, get busy, show off or learn some pointers – it’s up to you. We’ll provide the coffee, space and time, you provide the rest. We’ll also have some new knitting books for you to enjoy.



Come celebrate “April is Library Month”

For the Adults:

“Low Fat, HIGH FLAVOR”
Saturday, April 3, 2004 at 1:00 PM

Norma Chang, the Traveling Gourmet, will prove that cooking with low fat can be very tasty indeed!  Join us for a cooking demonstration and tasting here at the library.  Every year this traveling gourmet cooks and feeds our Summer Reading Club kids – now it’s time for the adults to kick back and enjoy! (Don’t worry kids, she’ll be here for you in July!)  
Registration is limited – please call to register so Norma will know how much food to bring!

For the Kids:

Let’s Fly a Kite!
Saturday, April 17 at 2:00 pm
 
National Library Week is a time to let your spirit soar.  Join Charles Stewart and build a kite guaranteed to keep you flying high. 
This program is for ages 6 and up.  Registration is limited to 25.

For Everyone:

Family Concert
Saturday, April 24, 2004 at 2 PM

Join us for an afternoon concert with the music of classical guitarist Alex Walker who will thrill an audience of all ages.
Light refreshments will be served.


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Stay tuned and keep you eyes open
We will be hosting an AARP defensive driving course here in the spring. I don’t have a date yet, but will post a note up as soon as I have one.  Keep in touch if you are interested.  
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