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Fight for libraries as you do for freedom
A plea for libraries from author Karin Slaughter
January Library Board Meetings
There will be a special meeting of the GFJ Library Board of Trustees on Wednesday, January 11 at 6:30 PM to interview board candidates. The regular January 19 monthly meeting will begin at 6:30 instead of 7:00 in order to interview another candidate. The regular meeting on the 19th will follow immediately at 7 PM.
Smoke Gets In Your Eyes with Tim Main
Local historian Tim Main will return to GFJ on Tuesday May 9 at 7 PM to present his program “Smoke Gets In Your Eyes.” It’s a scorching review of fires which traumatized the old Village of Union in years past. If you love history be sure not to miss this fun-filled hour of narrative photos….
New Yorkers for Better Libraries PAC Releases Voter’s Guide
The New Yorker’s for Better Libraries Political Action Committee has released its 2010 Voter’s Guide. The Guide scores New York State legislators based on how strongly they voted in support of library-friendly legislation. While you’re at their site consider a donation and subscribe to their online newsletter. Strong libraries don’t just happen!
Quilt Raffle at Library
Raffle tickets are available for the 2011 quilt. This year’s creation by local noted quilter Carol Bunnell is titled “Butterflies on the Loose.” Tickets are one dollar each, or six for five dollars and are available at the library information desk. The drawing will be held September 12. Proceeds go to youth services at the…
Highland Park Winter Blast
The Highland Park Winter Blast has been changed to Saturday, January 29th! Stop by from 2:00 to 6:00 for a story, scavenger hunt, ice skating, snowman contest, ride the carousel, and more!