New DVDs ( January )

The Orangeburg Library now has the following new DVDs

The Hangover Part II
The Guard
I Don't Know How She Does It
Shark Night

1/10/12
Saving Private Perez
Moneyball
Killer Elite
There Be Dragons
What's Your Number

1/17/12
Dolphin Tale
Abduction
Courageous
Ides of March
Bucky Larson: Born to Be a Star

1/24
50/50
Real Steel
Final Destination 5
The Whistleblower

1/31/12
Contagion
Dream House
Drive
In Time
The Thing
The Big Year

A Salute to Modern Art

SUNDAY, January 8 at 2:00 PM
A Salute to Modern Art

Producer Harvey Chertok presents the Hermitage Masterpieces of Modernism : Matisse, Picasso and more 20th Century Painters. One of the world’s greatest museums, the Hermitage in St. Petersburg, Russia, showcases the colorful works of the Fauve artists, the singular creations of Matisse and the startling innovations of Picasso. Hear the amazing story of how this Hermitage video program was born.

Please register by calling 359-2244, Ext. 10

HOLIDAY HOURS

DECEMBER 24 - THE LIBRARY WILL CLOSE AT 1:00 PM
DECEMBER 25 - CHRISTMAS DAY ~ THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED
DECEMBER 26 - CHRISTMAS DAY OBSERVED~ THE LIBRARY CLOSED
DECEMBER 31 - NEW YEAR'S EVE - THE LIBRARY WILL CLOSE AT 3:00PM

JANUARY 1 - NEW YEAR'S DAY ~ THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED

THE LIBRARY WILL BE OPEN AS USUAL JANUARY 2ND

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE ORANGEBURG LIBRARY STAFF

Nooks and New E-books

The Nook Touch eBook Reader may be borrowed by Orangeburg Library cardholders 18 years and older who have had a library card for more than 90 days and have a clean borrowing record (i.e. no fines, no overdues, no lost items, no claims returned).

How to download eBooks onto your eBook Reader
Digital Download Center

The Orangeburg Library now has the following new e-books. Please click on one of the titles to reserve.
1105 Yakima Street, by Debbie Macomber.
Betrayal, by Fern Michaels.
Devious, by Lisa Jackson.
Escape, by Barbara Delinsky.
Happy Birthday, by Danielle Steel.
The Ideal Man, by Julie Garwood.
New York to Dallas, by J. D. Robb.
The Next Always, by Nora Roberts.
Prey, by Linda Howard.
Shock Wave, by John Sandford.
The Silent Girl, by Tess Gerritsen.
Split Second, by Catherine Coulter.
Beautiful Lies, by Lisa Unger.
The Black Echo, by Michael Connelly.
The Help, by Kathryn Stockett.
Smokin' Seventeen, by Janet Evanovich.
Summer Secrets, by Barbara Freethy

PAT WICTOR CONCERT: AMERICAN FOLK, GOSPEL & BLUES

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 18 at 2:00 PM

In a remarkably short time, Pat Wictor has become the name that is talked about on the acoustic, blues, folk and Americana circuits. Steeped in American “roots” music, Pat is a contemporary songwriter drawing from the rural country, gospel and blues traditions of our nation. Having music at his core, Pat grew up outside the U.S., and then came home to the music of America that resonated within him and inspired him as a musician.Back again, by popular demand, Pat Wictor and his guitar will delight and win you with a concert that is suitable for families, teens and adults. The Concert is free, but registration is strongly suggested.
Please call the library at 845-359-2244, Ext. 10 to sign up.

New DVDs

The Orangeburg Library now has the following new DVDs.

Super 8
Sarah's Key
Spy Kids: all the time in the world
Conan the Barbarian
The Devil's Double
Beginners
Larry Crowne
Pirates of the Caribbean
The Change-up
Atlas Shrugged
Family Guy
Snow Flower and the Secret Fan
Water for Elephants
Attack the Block
Captain America the First Avenger
A Better Life

Free Music Downloads for Orangeburg Library Cardholders

Download 3 songs per week.

Compatible with most devices.

No returns - music is yours to keep.

Music is provided from Sony Music Catalog.

Log on to www.orangeburg-library.org

Click on Freegal

You must have your library card and PIN.

Non-Orangeburg Cardholders, please check with your home library to see if they offer this service.

Symphony Coming Soon!

The  computer catalog and circulation system used by the Orangeburg Library is scheduled to be replaced during Dec 5-8, 2011. The Library participates in the shared ANSER (Automated Network Services) computer system used by 46 member libraries in the Ramapo Catskill Library System.

During the changeover to the new system (Dec. 5 to Dec. 8),  you will not be able to access the catalog or your library account. All current checkouts, fine blocks, and existing hold requests will be transferred to the new system. Lists that patrons have created on their own in the catalog will also be moved. You will be able to checkout new items. Items coming due during the ‘blackout’ period will be automatically extended and not subject to fines.

The new library catalog will have a different look, and will offer additional searching capabilities. Some materials owned by the Orangeburg Library may only be available for hold requests by patrons with Orangeburg  Library cards. To place a hold request during this period, please fill out a hold request form, available at the Adult Reference Desk or in the Childrens’ Room.

The ANSER libraries only change their software system every 7-10 years , so please be patient with the library staff as we get used to new workflows.

THANKSGIVING HOLIDAY HOURS

THE LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED AT 5 P.M.
ON WEDNESDAY NOV. 23
AND WILL BE CLOSED ALL DAY ON THURSDAY NOV. 24.
THE LIBRARY WILL RESUME REGULAR HOURS ON FRIDAY NOV. 25.

REGULAR WEEKEND HOURS: SAT 10AM ~ 5PM / SUN 1PM ~ 5PM

HAPPY HOLIDAYS FROM THE ORANGEBURG LIBRARY STAFF!

Top - of - the - Stairs Gallery

November and December:

Artist, Trudy Regan, collaborates with her husband, photographer and computer artist, Dan Regan. The resulting collage prints reflect the couples’ dynamic and spirited personalities. The colors, images, and inherent movement of the art will stun you with their creativity.

Chair Yoga with Colleen Briscoe

Tuesdays, November 15, 29, December 6 and 13 at 1:00 PM

Four sessions of Chair Yoga with Colleen Briscoe is now being offered on Tuesdays. The same stretches and movements will aid in flexibility, balance, circulation and relaxation.

Please call the library at 845-359-2244. Ext. 10 to register

“ROSIE: the RIVETER:” A 70th ANNIVERSARY SALUTE to WW II

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 13 at 2:00 PM

"Rosie the Riveter" is the star of this special video program which highlights the sweeping social transformation that rocked American society on the Home Front from 1941-1945. At the 70th Anniversary of World War II, it is a good time to reflect on how America has changed. For example, as men left their jobs to enlist in the Armed Forces, millions of women joined the labor force as factories expanded to fill the needs of wartime production. American movie and radio stars such as Bob Hope, The Andrews Sisters, Abbott and Costello, and many others supporting the war effort by entertaining our troops and selling War Bonds.

This nostalgic documentary, presented by producer Harvey Chertok, includes newsreels, propaganda, movies, music and humor to show how traditional American ideals, lifestyles, morals and ethics changed during the war.

Please call the library at 845-359-2244, Ext. 10 to sign up.

Be a Jr. or Teen book reviewer.

Love to read?

Want to share your opinion?

Be a Jr. or Teen book reviewer.

Jr. Book Reviewer grades 4-6

Teen Book Reviewer grades 7-12

Check out a book with a NEW Sticker on spine.

It can be a fiction or non-fiction or a Graphic Novel.

Your review should answer the following questions:

·         What is the book about (theme as well as plot)?

·         What kind of reader would like this book? What grade?

·         What other books would you suggest for someone

who liked it? Are they already owned by the library?

·         Is the cover any good (i.e. would it attract readers?)

On a scale of 1-5, how popular do you think the book will be?

1 - No one will want to read it except for assignments.

2 – Only for person who has special interest in subject matter

3 – Will appeal to reader if recommended

4 – Will have general appeal

5 – Everyone will be in a rush to read it.

To submit a review, you can give it to Angela  or email it to akrajcar@rcls.org subject Library book review.

Don’t forget to include book title, author, your name and grade. (Initials only will be included in published reviews.)

BOOK & BAG LUNCH GROUP

Everyone is welcome to join the group. Bring your lunch; the Library provides dessert. Books are available one month before the discussion. Note the differences in days and times.

Wednesday, October 12 at 12 Noon - The Story of Edgar Sawtelle by David Wroblewski
Wednesday, November 16 at 12 Noon - 31 Hours by Masha Hamilton
Wednesday, December 14 at 12 Noon - The Shadow of the Wind by Carlos Ruiz Zafon

Patron Book Reviews

A Hard Death by Jonathan Hayes


Gripping, nail-biting throughout the entire book. Highly recommend it!

American Buffalo: In search of a lost icon by Steven Rinella



American Buffalo was my first experience reading an ebook. I found both the book and the experience fascinating. As an avid outdoors enthusiast, Rinella's account of his Alaskan buffalo-hunting experience was informative and entertaining. The ebook experience less so -- the page formatting was awkward (footnotes spread over several screens) and my assumption that ebooks could be read in the dark proved incorrect.

Shanghai Girls by Lisa See

Lissa See's novels are all terrific. Aside from learning Chinese history (this time during the 20th century in Shanghai and California) I was mesmerized by the story of 2 sisters whose comfortable lives are drastically changed by circumstances beyond their control. Can't wait to read her sequel, which was just released.

100 Simple Things You Can Do To Prevent Alzheimer's by Jean Carper


This book had fantastic tips for not only preventing Alzheimer's disease in old age, but tips for daily living to prolong life. It has wonderful tips and suggestions for a helathy lifestyle.

Raffle Prize Winner

Congratulations to Brendan Lee! Brendan won a $25 gift certificate to Glaze Pottery and Art Studio. Brendan was selected from all the children who joined the library's summer reading program.  Have fun Brendan and Thank you to Glaze Pottery for donating the gift certificate.

Honey Tasting -- FRIDAY

Come sample honeys from around the world! Learn how to find the purest and best honey, and why honey bees in the U.S. are having a hard time. 10-2:30 at the Adult Reference desk August 19th.

Patron Book Reviews

Children of the Street by Kwei Quartey



Set in the slums of Accra, Ghana's capitol, this is the second book featuring Inspector Darko Dawson. THis gritty, suspenseful novel goes beyond anything that the No.1 Ladies' Detective Agency would tackle.




Amy Knapp's Family Organizing Handbook by Amy Knapp


This book had great tips and helped figure out the logistics of a busy family, like ours. I highly recommend this book if you are aiming for a smoothly running day-to-day.



In the Basement of the Ivory Tower by Professor X



Funny, insightful look at higher education the the U.S. (a kind of misanthropic view, however).





When Skateboards Will Be Free by Said Sayrafiezadeh



A hilarious observation of the childhood of a left wing family in the U.S. in the 70's.

Salt Tasting at the Library, Thursday 10-5!

Try salts from around the world, as part of our summer reading theme, "Novel Destinations". Learn the major differences between salts, and some of the things to be aware of as a consumer. Thursday 10-5 at the Adult Reference desk.

Chocolate Tasting at the Library!

Join us for tasting organic and Fair Trade chocolate from around the world! Wednesday 10-5.