Adult Summer Reading Raffle Book Reviews

Week 2
The Invisible Bridge by Julie Orringer. 3 Stars – Leila Haavan

Brain Bugs by Dean Buonomano. 3 Stars. “Interesting stuff on aspects of the brain that we don’t usually hear about. Some new insights.” – Marty Cohen

A Breath of Snow and Ashes by Diana Gabaldon. 5 Stars! “The next in this marvelous Outlander series. We’re approaching the American Revolution and the history is right on. The characters are real and wonderful and the sex is terrific. I’ve already started the next book in this series and I hope they never end!” – Judy Cohen

Dead Last by James W. Hall. 4 Stars – N. Scala

Free Reference Series!

Orangeburg Library has free reference series to give away. If you are interested, please contact Cheryl or Libby.
Please click here for the complete list of series!

Adult Summer Reading Raffle Book Reviews

Week 1

Skinnydipping by Bethany Frankel.  Five stars.  Never expected to enjoy as much as I did – great plot.  Couldn’t put down. – N. Scala

The Expats by Chris Pavone.  Five stars.  Loved this book!!  Fast paced, couldn’t put it down!!! High recommend!! – Anonymous

Matched by Ally Condie.  For a young adult novel, I was surprised at how much I liked it.  Kept me interested, can’t wait to read the next one in the series. – Colleen Bonfiglio

The Art of HearingHeartbeats by Jan-Philipp Sendker.  Five stars. One of the best. – Thea Goldstein

The Fiery Cross by Diana Gabaldon.  Five stars.  Fifth in a series of tremendously exciting historical fiction.  It’s serious, riotously funny, very sexy, and sublimely written.  The “heroine” is a time traveler from the 20^th century (do not be put off by this!) who goes to 18^th-century Scotland in the earlier books and is currently in pre-revolutionary North Carolina (see for yourself how she got there) with the love of her life and wonderfully-realized other characters.  Start with Outlander, the first of the series, and then thank me!  -- Judy Cohen

Birds of Prey

Monday, July 16 @ 7:00 PM
Would you like to see a golden eagle, a peregrine falcon or perhaps, a saw-whet owl? If so, join us to see and learn about these and other birds of prey. You’ll see six live raptors and spend a magical hour gaining a greater knowledge and appreciation of the raptors of the northeast. Sponsored by the S. Orangetown Libraries. Tickets will be available at your home library. For children entering K-6. Limited seating.

Top-of-the-Stairs Gallery



The Orangeburg Library is proud to present “Hidden Talents,” a surprising Art Show with unusual works of art created by the Staff and Board of Trustees and their families. The show can be seen at the library’s Top-of-the-Stairs Gallery from July 5 to September 9.

The concept for “Hidden Talents” was born at a Staff Holiday Party in December, where Children’s Librarian, Angela Krajcar, suggested a Staff Art Show and everyone present volunteered to participate. But the complete surprise was the unique and diverse works of art that were assembled on the due date. Director, William Langham, chronicled one of his favorite walks in a photograph and Research Librarian, Cheryl McNeil, created pocketbooks from her husband’s old trousers. Library Management Chief, Libby Andreopoulos, exhibited costumes of the Cowardly Lion and Dorothy from the Wizard of Oz, that she had created for her grandchildren. Also on display are original thought-provoking poems, a woodburned plaque of a beloved pet, needlepoint racing horses, linoleum cuts, collages, sketches in ink and charcoal and a variety of digital photographs.
All library patrons and visitors are welcome to view the “Hidden Talents” Top-of-the-Stairs exhibit which is accessible by elevator, if assistance is required.

Orangeburg Library will be closed Wednesday July 4th, 2012

Summer Hours:

Monday - Thursday  10 AM - 9 PM

Friday & Saturday 10 AM - 5 PM

Closed Sundays from July 1st until September 2nd, 2012.

SUMMER FILM FESTIVAL: 2012 Oscar-Winning Sleepers

The Orangeburg Library is featuring Oscar-nominated films on the following Wednesdays at 1:30 PM. Each offers performances that are remarkable from directors with a light and subtly humorous touch. See them for the first time, or take a second look at what you might have missed.

Beginners

Wednesday, September 12    Please click here for registration.

Largely autobiographical, writer and director Michael Mills, tells the story of a straight son who is emotionally reeling from two bits of knowledge learned simultaneously: that his father is gay and is dying of cancer. In an Oscar-winning performance, Christopher Plummer, heads a brilliant

cast that connects mothers and fathers, parents and children, sons and lovers and even men and their dogs. The Jack Russell steals the show!
Rated R – 105 minutes

Discussion to follow ...

2012 SUMMER READING LISTS

William O. Schaefer

Tappan Zee Elementary
Cottage Lane
South Orangetown Middle School
Tappan Zee High School
Tappan Zee High School Honors and AP

LIBRARIES OF SOUTH ORANGETOWN SPECIAL PROGRAMMING

Tickets for these shows will be available
2 weeks before program date.
The Libraries of S. Orangetown have teamed together to bring you a special selection of programs this summer. Please register at your home library for each of these programs. Due to limited space for some of the programs, we are limiting some of the programs to children only.
 
Thursday, June 28 @ 7PM    Stretch the Silly Man

A fun filled show with comedy, tons of audience participation, magic & puppetry. Program will be held at the Tappan Zee H.S. Auditorium. Grades K-5 Families welcomed.


Monday, July 9 @ 7 PM   Science-telling: Dragons and Dreams
Program will be at The Esplanade in Palisades, Grades K-5


Monday, July 16 @ 7 PM  Close Encounters with Birds of Prey
Would you like to see a golden eagle, a peregrine falcon or perhaps, a sawwhet owl? If so, join us to see six live raptors and spend a magical hour gaining a greater appreciation of raptors of the northeast presented by the Delaware Valley Raptor Center. Program will be at the Orangeburg Library. Grades K-6.


Wednesday, July 25 @ 11 AM  Marcia, the Musical Moose,
This interactive show is filled with music, magic and puppets. This program will be at The Manse Barn in Tappan. Parents/caregivers are required to stay. Ages 3-5


Monday, July 30 @ 7 PM   The Snakeman
See and learn about snakes from all over the world. This program will be at the Blauvelt Library. Grades K-5
 
Thursday, August 6 @ 7 PM   Will Shaw Show

Performer, Will Shaw, will delight you with his comedy, magic, juggling, tricks and award-winning cabaret performance. Families are welcome Program will be held at the Tappan Zee H.S. Auditorium., Grades K-5

11th Annual Adult Summer Reading Raffle

Beginning July 2, the Orangeburg Library is sponsoring an Adult Reading Raffle. Here’s how it works. Fill out a short book review form. Put it in our drawing box at the reference desk to win weekly gift cards. You may enter as many times as you like. The theme for this year’s Adult Summer Reading Program is “Between the Covers.”

Dream Big Read

The Mighty 5 Libraries of South Orangetown present the 2012 Summer Reading Club programs and events for kids and teens! Please click here for the complete schedule of events. Hard copies are available at the Mighty 5 Libraries: Blauvelt, Orangeburg, Palisades, Piermont, Tappan.

New Book Reviews Blog!

Librarians love to buy books and read them! Visit the new blog of your Adult Services  Librarian, Cheryl, to get reviews on some of the newest books on our shelves. Please click  here!

Online registration for the Teen Summer Reading Program.

Online registration for the Teen Summer Reading Program. Teens between 6th-12th grades  and living in South Orangetown, NY. Participants must have an active  library card from  Blauvelt, Palisades, Piermont, Orangeburg or Tappan Libraries. Please  click  here!      

Tips for placing holds

 

I know the catalog can be tricky and there are often multiple records for one title.  If you are looking for a popular book like The Hunger Games or Fifty Shades series, it’s best to limit your search to your home library and then place your hold.

Each library gives hold priority to their patrons.  That means if you go to a library that is not your home library and place a hold, you will be skipped over by all their patrons.  This also means that they will not send out an item if there are holds at their library.  You will have to wait until their list is complete until they will fill your hold.  You will wait for a very long time for some books.

Most libraries will not loan new materials to other libraries for at least 3-6 months.  They want to give their patrons a chance to read new material before sending out to other libraries.  You can tell which ones will send items out.  On the record, under material type it will have “ILL OK”.  If they won’t send it out, it’ll have “Local holds only”.

If it looks like the library doesn’t own a certain title or if you have any questions about searching that catalog, ask a librarian.  We are here to help. 

Angela

Library Closed for Memorial Day

Orangeburg Library will be closed Monday, May 28, in observance of Memorial Day.
Regular hours will resume Tuesday, May 29.

Chair Yoga

Thursdays, May 31, June 7, 14, and 21

The Orangeburg Library hosts Colleen Briscoe and a 4-part series of Chair Yoga at 1:00 PM. Without leaving your chair, you will be able to strengthen muscles, improve balance and flexibility and learn to relax.
Please click here for registration.

FREE APPRAISALS OF YOUR COINS & ATTIC TREASURES

Sunday, June 03 @ 2:00 PM 

Auctioneer Marc Stolfe, will look over your art prints, collectibles, jewelry and other treasures from your household, and give you a fair estimated monetary value. And, on the same day, Michael Lord will evaluate and appraise up to 3 United States coins. If you wish to have an item appraised, please call (359-2244) the library as a timed appointment will be given to each participant.

Adult Programs at the Orangeburg Library

Throughout the Month of May
The Orangeburg Library displays the art of local artist, Thea Batsies at the Top-of-the-Stairs Gallery. Born in Greece, Thea allows her landscapes and still lifes to reflect her love of nature and her birthplace.


Tuesday, May 29
The Orangeburg Library’s Book & Bag Lunch Group meets at 12:00 noon to discuss “World’s End” by T.C. Boyle. All are welcome, and the library will be serving coffee and dessert.


Sunday, May 20
The Orangeburg Library hosts a Musical Tribute to Les Paul and Mary Ford at 2:00 PM. Famed guitar maker, Tom Doyle who spent 40 years working with Les Paul, and his vocally-gifted wife, Sandy Cory, will be performing the Les Paul standards of old. In addition, the stories spun by Tom Doyle will captivate you along with the music. Please register online or call the library at 845-359-2244, Ext. 10.


Thursdays, May 31, June 7, 14, and 21
The Orangeburg Library hosts Colleen Briscoe and a 4-part series of Chair Yoga at 1:00 PM. Without leaving your chair, you will be able to strengthen muscles, improve balance and flexibility and learn to relax. Please register online or call the library at 359-2244, Ext. 10.


Sunday, June 3 from 1:30 - 3:00 PM
The Orangeburg Library urges you to avail your self of not one, but two FREE appraisers. On Sunday, from 1:30 to 3:00 PM, both gentlemen will be at the Orangeburg. Auctioneer, Marc Stolfe, will appraise your collectibles and coin expert, Michael Lord, will tell you the value of your U.S. coins. You must call the library at 35-2244, Ext. 10 for a timed appointment with either or both of these experts.

Fleet Week at Intrepid

Wednesday, May 23, 2012 - Monday, May 28, 2012

Celebrate Fleet Week at Intrepid, and tour other Military ships as they visit New York Harbor. Visit displays from various partners on Intrepid’s Pier 86, enjoy special performances, watch the military battle it out in the famous Tug of War and much more! Don’t forget to help kick off our summer movie series on the Flight Deck. Join us for the annual Memorial Day ceremony at Intrepid with an unfurling of the 100-foot-long American Flag. Free Pass to Intrpid is avaiable at the Orangeburg Library.

Musical Tribute to Les Paul and Mary Ford

Sunday, May 20 at 2:00 PM
Remember the beautiful melodies of Les Paul and Mary Ford? You can hear them as they were meant to be heard at the Orangeburg Library’s Tribute to Les Paul and Mary Ford. Tom Doyle, guitar designer and maker, and sound engineer for Les Paul for over 40 years, and his talented wife, Sandy Cory, are the opening act for at the Les Paul Room at the NYC Iridium. Straight from garnishing rave reviews at the Chet Atkins Convention in Nashville, Tom Doyle and Sandy Cory perform for you here at the Orangeburg. Be sure to register.
Please click here for registration.