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The Newburgh Free Library offers a wide array of programs throughout the year. Admission is free. Registration is not required for our concerts but many other programs required registration. To register or for a complete listing of all programs, please go to the Calendar of Events.
>Winter 2012 Newsletter - click here
REGISTRATION FOR COMPUTER CLASSES IS NOW OPEN. CLASSES BEGIN IN MARCH.
For a description of classes, click here. To register online, go to our Calendar of Events or call 845-563-3618 or 845-563-3624.
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ADULT PROGRAMS
A limited number of tax forms are available at the library.
Free AARP Tax Assistance on Tuesdays through April 10
9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Trained tax volunteers will assist seniors and other eligible persons with their taxes. Please bring last year’s tax return and tax-related documents. An appointment must be made to reserve your spot. Please call 845-563-3624 to register. Call 1-888-687-2277 for info on the program, to see if you are eligible, or to become a tax volunteer. eLearning center.
Program dates: Tues., Feb. 21, Feb. 28, Mar. 6, Mar. 13, Mar. 20, Mar. 27, Apr. 3, and Apr. 10. Super Tax Saturday: March 31 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sat., Feb. 18 at 11:00 a.m. in the Story Hour Room:
Children’s Story Time: “Off to Africa”
Stories selected for ages 5-8. Walk-in program; No registration required.
THE LIBRARY IS CLOSED MON., FEB. 20 FOR PRESIDENT’S DAY!
Wed., Feb. 22 at 4:00 p.m. in the eLearning center:
Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting
Join our Friends group and support the Library. New members are welcome to help plan activities.
Wed., Feb. 22 at 7:00 p.m. in the Story Hour Room: Great Books 2012 Discussion Group
The Great Books Discussion Group focuses on carefully selected readings & questions from anthologies published by the Great Books Foundation and follow the Shared Inquiry Method promoted by the foundation. To find out more about the selected book, the Shared Inquiry Method or to register, please call Sheryl at 845-563-3613.
Thurs., Feb. 23 at 6:30 p.m. in the Story Hour Room:
A New Look for You: Dressing for Your Body
Get sylin’ with Elaine DeFeo, former NFA art & fashion design teacher and makeup consultant at Macy’s, with her free informational program about dressing for (rather than against) our unique bodies. Registration for the program is required; you can register here or call 563-3618.
Fri., Feb. 24 at 11:30 a.m. in the Story Hour Room: Great Books 2012 Discussion Group
The Great Books Discussion Group focuses on carefully selected readings & questions from anthologies published by the Great Books Foundation and follow the Shared Inquiry Method promoted by the foundation. To find out more about the selected book, the Shared Inquiry Method or to register, please call Sheryl at 845-563-3613.
Sat., Feb. 25 at 2:00 p.m. in the Story Hour Room:
Book Talk Café
We’re celebrating “February is Library Lovers’ Month” so join us for a casual and fun afternoon of book talks and delectable desserts. Librarians will highlight a few favorite books and offer suggestions on what to read next. Come prepared to share your ideas on your top book picks too! Registration suggested; call 845-563-3613 or register online. Snow date: Sat., March 10. Sponsored by the Friends of the Newburgh Free Library.
Sat., Feb. 25 at 1:00 p.m. in the Auditorium: Mid-Winter Macho Movie Matinee
Today’s movie is BULLITT, one of Hollywood’s great police thrillers, featuring one of the most memorable car chases in cinema history. No registration required. Free
Mon., Feb. 27 at 7:00 p.m. in the Story Hour Room: Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Teen Advisory Board Meeting. Open to teens in grades 7-12. For more information call 563-3644.
Tues., Feb. 28 at 7:00 p.m. in the Story Hour Room: Newburgh Library Knitting Club
Meets the second and fourth Tuesday of the month. Drop-in program, no registration required. Instruction available for beginners. Children under the age of 10 must be accompanied by an adult.
Additional events are listed on the Calendar of Events.
FEBRUARY EXHIBIT
“Prelude to Destiny” – abstracts, still lifes and photograph by Brent DeJoseph. Library Lobby Gallery.
The Exhibits page has a listing of upcoming exhibits.