July 2010

Annual Summer Blood Drive

Thursday, July 8, 1pm - 7 pm
Donate and save a life! Sponsored by Hudson Valley Blood Services. No appointment needed.
 

Accelerate Your Career!!

On Thursday, July 15 at 2 pm, come find out about the Library's online job search tool. Aggregating listings from a wide range of sources, the Job & Career Accelerator gives you tools to build and store resumes and cover letters, search for job listings, and organize your job search process. It also links you to our Learning Express Library, offering civil service and other test prep, as well as basic career skills refreshers. Registration is limited to HKDPL cardholders, and opens July 2. Call 786-3800 ext 18 or come in with your library card to register.
 

History of the New York City Police Department

Thursday, July 22, 7 pm
This lectur, presented by NYPD Detective James Coll, covers the Department's humble beginnings, the development of its force, why officers are known as New York's Finest, and more. Questions are welcome. THE PROGRAM HAS BEEN MADE POSSIBLE BY A NEW YORK COUNCIL FOR THE HUMANITIES SPEAKERS GRANT.
 

AARP 8-Hour Defensive Driving Class

Tuesday & Thursday, July 27 & July 29, 4 pm - 8 pm
Both sessions must be attended to receive credit. In-person registration. Class size limited. Fee payable at registration, $12 for AARP members (write membership number on check) and $14 for non-members.
 

Summer Film Series: Great Dark Comedies

Enjoy their edgy style! Movies are shown at 1:30 pm and 6:30 pm.

July 12 - Kind Hearts and Coronets (1949)
Starring Alec Guiness (Murder is funny)

July 19 - Dr. Strangelove (1964)
Starring Peter Sellers and George C. Scott (Nuclear war is funny)

July 26 - M*A*S*H (1970)
Starring Donald Sutherland and Elliott Gould (War is funny)


 

 August 2010

Simple Ice Cream Dessert Ideas for Summer Entertaining

Tuesday, August 3, 6:30 pm
Kim Hendrickson demonstrates how to transform ice cream into an impressive dessert. Two ice cream desserts will be served. In-person registration.
 

6-Hour Defensive Driving Class

Tuesday & Thursday, August 24 & 26, 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm
Sponsored by the Empire Safety Council. Both sessions must be attended to receive credit. In-person registration. Class size is limited. $23 fee, payable by check or money order to Ian Prastien at registration.
 

Summertime Cooking with Shawn Hubbell

Wednesday, August 25, 6:30 pm
Join Chef Shawn as he describes the varieties of tomatoes and dishes up some great recipes. In-person registration begine July 6 for HKDPL cardholders and August 2 for the general public.
 

Summer Film Series: Great Dark Comedies

Enjoy their edgy style! Movies are shown at 1:30 pm and 6:30 pm.

August 2 - Harold and Maude (1971)
Starring Ruth Gordon and Bud Cort (The unorthodox relationship between a boy and older woman is funny)

August 9 - Raising Arizona (1987)
Starring Nicholas Cage and Holly Hunter (Kidnapping babies is funny)

August 16 - Heathers (1989)
Starring Winona Ryder and Christian Slater (Teenage suicide is funny)

August 23 - Barton Frank (1991)
Starring John Turturro and John Goodman (Hollywood in the 1940s is funny)

August 30 - Serial Mom (1994)
Starring Kathleen Turner (Serial killing is funny)


 

 Upcoming Programs

Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival

Interested in attending the Hudson Valley Shakespeare Festival this summer (picnic included)? Call Karen Romaner 786-3800 ext. 23.
 

Wine Lover's Journey Through the World of Wine

In this seven-class series explore the world's most famous regions, learn about different wines and their history, and enjoy a taste testing! Persons attending all 7 classes will receive a Certificate. Classes conducted by a Certified Specialist and Wine Consultant/Tour Guide. In-person registration. Must be 21 in order to attend.

First Class - Wines of New York and California
Monday, September 20, 7 pm
Registration begins August 2 for HKDPL cardholders, September 7 for the general public.
 

Bus Trip & Walking Tour: Castles on the Hudson

Thursday, October 14
Justin Ferate leads this tour of magnificent castles, manor houses, gardens, and more. For information call Karen Romaner, 786-3800 ext 23. Registration begins May 10.
 

Holiday Bus Trip: New York City

Wednesday, December 8
The trip includes a backstage tour of Radio City Music Hall, a tour of the Waldorf Astoria, and lunch at the Peacock Alley Restaurant. In-person registration begins July 13. $82 fee for HKDPL cardholders, $87 for all others, payable at registration.