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NEWSLETTER
(published monthly in the
Niagara Gazette)
LIBRARY SETS GREEN THEME FOR MARCH
In March, green is everywhere. It is in the minds of people who, tired of the
dull winter landscape, eagerly anticipate the green of new spring growth. In
stores, decorations of shamrocks and leprechauns dressed in green outfits remind
us of the approach of St. Patrick's Day. In the Niagara Falls Public Library,
"green books" remind us of the importance of green issues such as
global warming, sustainable living and building practices, vanishing wildlife
habitat, and recycling. Choose a book from our March display and learn how you
and your country can take measures to make the world greener. Don't hesitate
to ask a librarian for help in locating items on your favorite "green theme"
or any other topic about which you may have an interest.
MARCH PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
Toddler Time A special time for 1- and 2-year-olds. Join us for stories,
songs, rhymes and movement geared toward our littlest library visitors. Main
Library, Fridays, March 12 & 26, 10 am.
Preschool Story Hour . For children ages 3 - 5. Join us for stories,
songs, rhymes, movement and crafts. LaSalle Branch: Wednesdays, March 3 - April
7, 10:15 am - 11 am. Main Library: Thursdays, March 4 - April 8, 10 am - 10:45
am.
Drop In and Craft
Stop by the Children's Department between 10 am and 11:30 am to make a St.
Patrick's Day themed craft. Parents, please assist younger children. Main
Library, Saturday, March 6, Between 10am and 11:30 am.
Cool Readers Club
For children in grades K - 3 Leaping Leprechauns! It's time to get ready for
St. Patrick's Day, so be sure to join us for a St. Patrick's Day celebration
that will include stories, games and a craft. Main Library, Thursday, March
11, 3:45 pm.
To register for children's programs, please call 286-4902. All children's programs are free and sponsored by the Sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
ODDS'N ENDS
Our spring craft classes for teens and adults will begin on Tuesday, March 16
at 6 pm with a fun recycling craft by making "Soda Can Flowers."
You will learn to make lilies, funky flowers, a flower brooch and a rose.
Please six clean and empty pop, beer, iced tea or aluminum juice cans. Call
286-4892 to register for this free class which is sponsored by the Friends of
the Library. The class will be repeated on Wednesday, March 24 at 6 pm, and
again on Saturday, March 27 at 2 pm.
The paintings of local artist Bernice Gregory will be featured in one of our display cases at the main library during the months of March and April.
The Northpointe Council Inc. will be sponsoring an informative exhibit on alcohol and gambling additions. The exhibit is under the direction of Joni Maxik-Jason and will continue at the main library through April.
Do you have questions about the 2010 Census? Check out the display case
on the main floor for information of jobs and the importance of accurately filling
out and submitting the census forms.
NEW IN THE A-V DEPARTMENT
New Books on CD: "Churchill" by Paul Johnson; "Pirate
Latitudes" by Michael Crichton; "Thereby Hangs a Tail" by Spencer
Quinn; "A Touch of Dead" by Charlaine Harris; "The Unbearable
Lightness of Scones" by Alexander McCall Smith.
DVD's: "Couples Retreat;" "My One and Only;" "Pontypool;"
"Sonny with a Chance; Sonny's Big Break;" "Surrogates."
CD's: "The Best of Simple Minds" by Simple Minds; "Changing
Tide" by Kenny Carr; "Phase III/Live" by The Osmonds; "Roots
& Grooves" by Maceo Parker; "Something to Say" by Matthew
West.
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TAX FORMS AND MORE AVAILABLE FROM
LIBRARY
It seems like the income tax season just ended, but that time of year is upon
us once again and the library is here to help. The Internal Revenue Service
and NY State have sent us a large variety of the most-used tax forms, and they
are available for anyone to pick up at the library free of charge. Even many
difficult-to-find specialized forms for both individuals and small businesses
are available. They come to us as a reproducible form that anyone can copy
on the duplicating machines locating on the main floor of the library. For users
who have access to the Internet, the library has posted links that let you get
forms, instructions and tax publications from both the Internal Revenue Service
and the New York State Department of Taxation. Just look under "Featured
Internet Sites" on the library's home page at www.niagarafallspubliclib.org.
BLACK HISTORY MONTH RECOGNIZED
Born December 19, 1875, Carter G. Woodson, the son of former slaves and a child
worker in the coal mines of Kentucky, first enrolled in high school at the age
of twenty. After graduating in two years, he earned a Ph. D from Harvard. As
he studied, Woodson began to realize that the struggles and achievements of
African-Americans were largely ignored. To correct this void, he pushed for
recognition of the role African-Americans have played in the history of our
country. As a result of his efforts, the United States first commemorated black
history for a week in February, 1926. Now celebrated during the entire month
of February, the month of the birthdays of Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass,
Black History Month provides Americans with the opportunity to discover and
reinforce the contributions African-Americans have made in all areas of our
government and culture. On your next trip to the library, please browse our
African-American Collection. Ask any librarian for help in locating the many
books, periodicals and other materials that are in the collection for your use.
FEBRUARY PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN
Drop In And Craft for Valentine's Day. Stop by between 10:00
and 11:30 am for some Valentine Crafting Fun! Children's Room, on Saturday,
February 6. Parents, please assist younger children.
ABC (After school Book Club). For kids in grades
4 - 6. Your "golden ticket" to this program is reading Charlie and
the Chocolate Factory by Roald Dahl. (Copies available at the desk in the Children's
Dept.) Then come to the meeting to compete in some "sweet" challenges
based on the book. Tuesday, February 23, 2009 at 2:45 pm.
Cool Readers Club. Wintertime fun for kids in grades K - 3. This
month, we will Celebrate Chocolate! Join us for stories, games and crafts that
feature everyone's favorite sweet treat! Thursday, February 25, 3:45 pm.
Toddler Time is a special time for 1- and 2-year-olds. Join us
for stories, songs, rhymes and movement geared toward our littlest library visitors.
Friday, February 19 & 26, 10:00 am.
To register for children's programs, please call 286-4902.
All Children's programs are sponsored by the Friends of the Library.
ODDS'N ENDS
Four lithographed prints of art created by World famous African
American jazz musicians are on display in our first floor display cases
to celebrate Black History Month. The art fuses the same elements of composition,
form, texture and rhythm that are found in the musicians' music. The musicians
featured are Ron Carter, Art Blakey and Lenny White.
Knitters and crocheters, drop into our knitting and crocheting workshop
and enjoy meeting others with the same interests while getting help for your
ongoing projects. Wednesday evenings from 6 to 7 pm through February 17th. Call
296-4892 for more information.
NEW IN THE A-V DEPARTMENT
NCD: "Altar Of Eden" by James Rollins; "Arguing With Idiots"
by John Irving; "La's Orchestra Saves the World" by Alexander McCall
Smith; "Last Night In Twisted River" by John Irving; "Witness"
by Sandra Brown.
DVD's: "9; "Inglourious;" "It Might Get Loud;"
"Paper Heart;" "Winter of Frozen Dreams."
CD's: "Died Laughing" by Keith Caputo; "For Your Entertainment"
by Adam Lambert;"Reunited" by Gaither Vocal Band; "Ultimate Hits"
Garth Brooks; "Your Songs" by Harry Connick, Jr.
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