[Publib] Our Adult programming, maybe some will work for your public library

[Cindy Dubinski]

>I was hired 3 1/2 years ago to do adult programming at East Fishkill 
>Community Library,  about 65 miles north of NYC in the beautiful 
>Hudson Valley region.  We serve a community of about 26,000 
>individuals.   Working with the director Gloria Goverman and other 
>staff we have developed a very extensive adult program here in 
>Hopewell Junction.
>
>We have 42 signed up for tonight's program and they have been called 
>to confirm their spaces so the total attendance for the 
>month's  adult programming given that variable should be 484.   We 
>do offer tea/coffee and cookies at most programs - paid out of our 
>small programming budget. None of the presenters were paid for their 
>services this month.  Some of the people came to me to suggest 
>programs, and others I recruited to do the programming after 
>learning about their interests and expertise.  As the Adult Services 
>Librarian I do participate/run the book discussion group, the Tech 
>Tuesday program, EFCL Beaders and the Knit n Knosh group.  As a 
>result of the change in programming, we have seen the Library become 
>more of a community center in the past few years reaching out to 
>grown ups in addition to the very extensive children's programming 
>done by our Youth Services Librarian Cathy Nuding.   All of the 
>staff keep their eyes and ears open to learn about talents within 
>our community who may be willing to share by doing a program or 
>series of programs for both children and adults.

I encourage local businesses to present free educational seminars - 
such as the Healthy Weight Program and Living Trust program offered 
this month.  We also serve as AARP Defensive Driving Course location 
four to five times a year.  Based on the questions I had repeatedly 
at the Reference Desk we started the Garden Club, Evening Knitting 
Group , the Tarot Group and the Women's Writing group.

We encourage local authors to find us, and we look for them.  We 
often use local authors for book group discussions and will host 
writers from both the Millrock Writers Collective and the Taconic 
Writers Group later this spring for Sunday afternoon readings.

We also offer Sunday musical programs - using local talent and 
regional groups to perform - these are paid programming we provide 
-this year we'll have 2 or 3 Sunday afternoon concerts in the fall.

All of the events appear on our web-calendar on the Library website, 
and flyers are posted within our library as well as the ten 
neighboring libraries.  I also send out press releases to the daily 
and weekly newspapers in our area for free publicity.  And I've 
pasted  below a copy of our print adult programming calendar which is 
available at the circulation desk and on the refreshment table for all events.

Here is a list of programming we offered in January , the first four 
items are groups that meet weekly.

COMMUNITY STITCHERS Tuesdays 12:30-3 PM ALLEY ROOM - this is 
a  sewing group that does cool-ties for the soldiers serving in the 
Middle East, and quilts for the homeless shelter - last year we did 
over 1100 ties, and 48 quilts
WOMEN'S WRITING GROUP Wednesdays, 10-11:45am CROSS ROOM beginning 
1/9- a group of twelve women meet weekly to critique and inspire each other
KNIT TOGETHER Wednesdays 4:30-5:30 PM CROSS ROOM [When school is in 
session*] beginning 1/9- run by an instructor from a local knitting 
shop for children 8-98 beginning knitters  or those with difficulty 
reading instructions
KNIT 'N KNOSH Thursdays, 12:00 -1:30PM CROSS ROOM  this group has 
informal instruction available within the group and made over 160 
items for local charities and hats& slippers for the Ships Project 
.  We had a special class on a beaded scalloped scarf one week and a 
rug hooking demonstration another.
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ARTIST RECEPTION - SEAN FITZGERALD Friday, January 04, 2008 7-8:30 PM
Sean Fitzgerald who happens to be color blind, employs the 
pointillism technique in black and white for his works.  He greatly 
enjoys baseball and it features in his work as well as other family 
and Christian themes.  The Library will reopen at 7pm for the public 
to meet and talk with the exhibiting artist. Additional works may be 
displayed on the reception evening as well as individual works for sale.

TECH TUESDAYS - BEGINNING EMAIL Tuesdays, January 08,15,22 &29, 
2008     9-10 AM
For very beginners, learn the fundamentals of computers. You will 
create an email account, learn to send and receive mail, and do some 
basic computer keyboard skills. This is a hands-on class. There is a 
wait list maintained for this course to be used for future sessions.

CHESS REVIEW Tuesday, January 08 & 22, 2008 2-4 PM CROSS ROOM
DICK HEVERLY will lead this bi-monthly session for those adults 
interested in learning and reviewing the game of chess. Game boards 
and pieces will be supplied. Open to all levels. Web sites of 
interest for chess players recommended by instructor: 
www.chessforchildren.com,  www.chess-poster.com , 
www.chessmaniac.com,  and 
<http://www.chessville.com/>www.chessville.com. Registration required

USING EXCEL SPREADSHEETS Tuesday, January 08, 2008 6-7:30 PM ALLEY ROOM
MICHAEL KUCHMAN will lead this program on the basics of spreadsheets. 
Kuchman offers his expertise and insights to make this powerful 
program more user-friendly. If you have project in mind for using 
Excel please bring information with you to see how the application 
will work for you. You are invited to bring your laptops to this 
workshop to work along with the class. Previous experience with Excel 
important and registration is required.

EFCL AFTERNOON BOOK GROUP Wednesday, January 09, 2008 1-2:30PM CROSS ROOM
The EFCL Afternoon Book Group meets the second Wednesday of each 
month. The selection this month is Recipe for a Perfect Marriage by 
Morag Prunty. Copies of the book are available within the Library 
system. All are welcome to join the discussion.

KNIT @ NIGHT Wednesday, January 9 & 23, 2008 7-9 PM CROSS ROOM
Open gathering of knitters, crocheters and other fiber crafts 
enthusiasts. Bring your project. Informal instruction is available 
within the group. Jen Simmons leads this bi-monthly group. 
Registration required.

PREPARE TO LIVE- Retirement Isn't What It Used To Be- Thurs. Jan.10, 
2008 2-3 PM ALLEY
Jeffrey Thatcher, Director of HVFCU Financial Services and Joe Carbo, 
CFP will present a program for those already in retirement or about 
to retire. Retirees are living longer, living healthier and more 
active lives than previous generations. Learn strategies for managing 
your retirement assets. Registration required.

HEALTHY WEIGHT FOR LIFE Tuesday, January 15, 2008 7-8:30 PM CROSS ROOM
TAMMY BENDER, Certified Nutritional Counselor and Weight Management 
Coach with Dr. Shari Lieberman's Transitions Lifestyle system will 
present a free educational seminar about the Transitions Weight 
Management Program. Learn about low glycemic index eating, stress 
reduction and supplementation. Registration required.

HOPEWELL GARDEN CLUB Tuesday, January 15, 2008 7-8:30 PM ALLEY ROOM
This is the monthly meeting of the Hopewell Area Garden Club.  Bring 
your favorite seed catalogs and share your spring gardening plans and 
questions.

MEET THE AUTHOR- CHIPPY IRVINE Thursday, January 17, 2008 7-8:30 PM  ALLEY ROOM
  Author of numerous books on decorating, Patterson resident CHIPPY 
IRVINE will talk about her most recent books - Shades Of Country and 
also Keith Irvine: A Life In Decoration. She will share some of the 
interesting stories that create the backdrop to her beautifully 
photographed books. Copies of her book will be available for purchase 
and signing. Check out her website at 
<http://www.chippyirvine.com/>http://www.chippyirvine.com/

EFCL BEADERS Tuesday, January 22, 2008 7-9 PM CROSS ROOM
This is an informal gathering of beaders and jewelry makers. The 
participants agree to share their expertise within the group. Bring 
your current project and work along with like minded beading artists. 
Suggestions for teaching specific techniques or projects are always 
welcome. Registration required.

GET ORGANIZED Tuesday, January 22, 2008 7-8:30 PM ALLEY ROOM
Professional organizer ANN MARIE LAINO with New York Organizer will 
present this free educational seminar to help you start the new year 
off. Learn ways to reduce clutter, improve efficiency and find more 
time for the really important things in life. Registration required. 
Visit Ann Marie's website at 
<http://www.newyorkorganizer.com/>http://www.newyorkorganizer.com.

EFCL EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION GROUP Thurs, January 24, 2008 6:30 -8 PM 
CROSS ROOM
This group meets the fourth Thursday of each month. The selection 
this month is Family Acts by Louise Shaffer. Ms. Shaffer lives 
locally and will join the group for this book discussion. Copies of 
the book are available within the Library system. All are welcome to 
come and join in the discussion.

EAST FISHKILL TAROT Thursday, January 24, 2008 7-9 PM ALLEY ROOM
East Fishkill Tarot is a practice and networking group to enhance and 
develop your skills as a Tarot Reader. All levels of Tarot experience 
from beginner to advance are welcomed. This is not an instructional 
class to teach you Tarot. Occasionally a short lecture on a specific 
topic will be provided; as well as an opportunity to ask questions 
from your own personal Tarot experience to share with the group. This 
is an informal group with a supportive atmosphere. Registration 
required. Instructor: SUSAN CONKLIN.

BRAINDANCE- FOR ADULTS Saturday, January 26, 2008 11:00 AM-NOON ALLEY ROOM
Help your memory, alignment, coordination and more by learning the 
braindance! There are 8 fundamental movements that activate the brain 
and body- and anyone can do them. Learn more, and try, this fun way 
to slow down aging and stay healthy. Registration required. 
Instructor: KERRY BEVENS

ALPS BY TRAIN Wednesday, January 30, 2008 7-8:30 PM ALLEY ROOM
The HOPEWELL DEPOT RESTORATION TOUR GROUP[Bernie & Celeste Rudberg, 
Arleen & Don Johnson, Darlene & Ken Mallory, Barbara Monaco, and Anna 
Frankel] will present this program chock full of beautiful 
photography about the recent fund-raising train trip through the 
Alps. See Salzburg, Geneva, Innsbruck, Torino and of course the 
beautiful Matterhorn. The group will talk about their trip and the 
fun of traveling Europe via train. Registration required.

LIVING TRUST SEMINAR Thursday, January 31, 2008 7-8:30 PM ALLEY ROOM
Learn how to avoid probate and death taxes from LEO MCGRATH of the 
McGrath Law Firm. Mr. McGrath is a member of the American Academy of 
Estate Planning Attorneys.  Please see his firm's website for more 
information at: 
<http://www.newyorkestateplan.com/>http://www.newyorkestateplan.com. 
Registration required.




Cindy Dubinski
Adult Services Librarian
East Fishkill Community Library
348 Route 376
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
845-221-9943 x 225
fax 845-226-1404
email : reflib at frontiernet.net.