Adult Programs & Events

All programs listed are at the Rosman Branch unless otherwise specified.

July Programs


Wii Senior Bowling

Thursday, July 3, 1 pm
Why should the kids have all the fun? Join our monthly Nintendo Wii bowling club just for seniors. Wii Bowling is easy and fun! Call Karen Romaner at (845) 786-3800 to join. See you there!




 

Summer Film Series: Movies That Should've Won the Oscar, But Didn't

What makes a great movie? It's a matter of taste to be sure. Each year the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences vote on one film to recieve the coveted Academy Award for best picture. Looking back over the years, from 1929 when the Academy Awards were first presented, we bring you some great movies that were overlooked. Movies will be shown at 1:30 pm & 6:30 pm downstairs in the Community Room.

Monday, July 7. City Lights (1931) Generally considered Charlie Chaplin's greatest film, it was not nominated for a single Academy Award. What won? Grand Hotel starring Greta Garbo.

Monday, July 14. Citizen Kane (1941) The American classic by Orson Welles and called the greatest movie of all time by the American Film Institute. What won? How Green Was My Valley.

Monday, July 21. Double Indemnity (1944) A hard-boiled film noir. What won? Going My Way.

Monday, July 28. High Noon (1952) One of the greatest Westerns ever made. What won? Greatest Show on Earth

The Summer Film Series continues into August. Please see the August schedule here.

Just for Seniors: Matter of Balance

Wednesday, July 9, 16, 23 & 30, 11 am - 1 pm
In partnership with the Rockland County Department of Health, HKDPL is holding a free fall-prevention program for Seniors Citizens. Learn how to reduce the risk of falling at home, how to set realistic goals to increase activity, and how to excercise to increase strangth and balance. Advance registration required. Call Barbara Plasker at the Department of Health at 364-2501 or Karen Romaner aat HKDPL at 786-3800 ext 23.

More sessions are listed in August. Click here for next month's schedule.

Summer Blood Drive

Thursday, July 10, 1 pm - 6:30 pm
Help us to help our community - donate and save a life!

Hudson Valley Blood Center and the Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library join in sponsoring our 3rd Annual Summer Blood Drive.

Blood supply is low and we need your support! Walk-ins gladly accepted so drop by any time!



 

Entertaining with Tea Sandwiches & Punches

Tuesday, July 15, 6:30 pm
Join Kin Hendrickson, author of Tastefully Small: Finger Sandwiches (due out in August), as she teaches us how to entertain with tea sandwiches and refreshing punches. Plan on tasting 4 finger sandwiches and 2 punches. Registration begins June 2 for HKDPL cardholders (please bring your library card) and July 3 for the general public.

5 Hour Pre-Licensing Course for Drivers

Saturday, July 19, 10:15 am - 3 pm
Presented by West Rock Driving School. NYS Law requires all applicants for a driver's license to complete this course. Learner's Permit required. No registration. $40 fee payable at the door.

8-Hour AARP Defensive Driving Class

Tuesday, July 29 & Thursday, July 31, 5 pm - 9 pm
Learn defensive driving! Adjust your driving to age-related changes! Get insurance discount! You don't have to take a test! The nation's first and largest classroom refresher course geared especially to the safety needs of people age 50+. This is an 8-hour course taught in two 4 hour sessions.

In person registration begins June 18 for HKDPL cardholders (please bring in your HKDPL library card). In person registration for the general public begins July 18. A check or money orer in the amount of $10.00 made payable to AARP is due at the time of registration.

August Programs


Just for Seniors: Matter of Balance

Wednesday, August 6, 13, 20 & 27, 11 am - 1 pm
In partnership with the Rockland County Department of Health, HKDPL is holding a free fall-prevention program for Seniors Citizens. Learn how to reduce the risk of falling at home, how to set realistic goals to increase activity, and how to excercise to increase strangth and balance. Advance registration required. Call Barbara Plasker at the Department of Health at 364-2501 or Karen Romaner aat HKDPL at 786-3800 ext 23.


Wii Senior Bowling

Thursday, August 7, 1 pm
Why should the kids have all the fun? Join our monthly Nintendo Wii bowling club just for seniors. Wii Bowling is easy and fun! Call Karen Romaner at (845) 786-3800 to join. See you there!




 

Summer Film Series: Movies That Should've Won the Oscar, But Didn't

What makes a great movie? It's a matter of taste to be sure. Each year the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences vote on one film to recieve the coveted Academy Award for best picture. Looking back over the years, from 1929 when the Academy Awards were first presented, we bring you some great movies that were overlooked. Movies will be shown at 1:30 pm & 6:30 pm downstairs in the Community Room.

Monday, August 4. Night of the Hunter (1955) The only movie directed by Charles Laughton. What won? Marty.

Monday, August 11. Touch of Evil (1958) Another Welles masterpiece. What won? Gigi.

Monday, August 18. Mean Streets (1973) Introduced Martin Scorsese as a major directorial talent. What won? The Sting.

Monday, August 25. L.A. Confidential (1997) Breathes new life into the film noir genre. What won? Titanic.


HKDPL Travels to Yankee Stadium & Arthur Avenue

Tuesday, August 12, 2008
Before it's too late visit historic Yankee Stadium for a classic tour. The tour includes visits to the field, dugout, press box, and historic Monument Park. This is an experience not to be missed! After touring Yankee Stadium we will travel over to Arthur Avenue for lunch at Emilia's Restaurant.

Departure from library: 9 am
Return: Aproximately 4:30 pm
Cost: $72 per person for HKDPL cardholders and $77 per person for the general public (includes transportation, admission, lunch and all gratuities)

Registration will be taken in person only and accompanied by payment, beginning May 1st. The trip is subject to cancellation if undersubscribed by July 15th and all money will be refunded. No refunds will be possible unless we are able to fill your space from a waiting list. Pleaase contact Karen Romaner at (845) 786-3800 ext 23 for more information.

Vegetarian Cooking with Shawn Hubbell

Tuesday, August 12, 6:30 pm
From your garden to your table. Summer is the perfect time to enjoy vegetables! Shawn will teach you how to cook up those veggies for a healthy meal. Registration begins on July 7th for HKDPL cardholders (you MUST bring your library card) and on July 31st for the general public. Space is limited, reserve today!

5 Hour Pre-Licensing Course for Drivers

Saturday, August 16, 10:15 am - 3 pm
Presented by West Rock Driving School. NYS Law requires all applicants for a driver's license to complete this course. Learner's Permit required.

No registration. $40 fee payable at the door. Adults and Teens are welcome!

 

8-Hour AARP Defensive Driving Class

Wednesday, August 20 & August 27, 5:45 pm - 8:45 pm
Sponsored by Liberty Mutual Insurance. Must attend both sessions to recieve credit. In-person registration. A $23 check payable to Ian Prastien is due at registration.

Upcoming Programs


Senior Art Show

October 1 - 31, 2008
Attention senior artists! Adults age 55 and older are invited to display one framed painting, drawing or photograph in our art gallery during the month of October. More details will be in our July/August newsletter. So keep painting, sketching and taking photographs, and get ready to show off your work!


 

HKDPL Travels

October 16, 2008
Begin the day at the Florence Griswold Museum, a National Historical Landmark, for a docent lead tour. The "Flo Gris" is birthplace of the American Impressionist Art Movement. Walk across the street to the Historic Old Lyme Inn for lunch. Right across the river we board the Essex Steam Train and meet the Essex Riverboat for a one-hour cruise. Relax and enjoy the ride while taking in some of the spectacular vistas of great natural beauty, as well as a river's eye view of Gillette Castle and Goodspeed Opera House. What a way to enjoy the Fall Foliage!

Departure from library: Approximately 7:45 am
Return: Aproximately 6:30 pm
Cost: $110 per person for HKDPL cardholders and $115 per person for the general public (includes transportation, admission, lunch and all gratuities)

Registration will be taken, in person only and accompanied by payment, beginning June 18th. The trip is subject to cancellation if undersubscribed by September 8th and all money be refunded. No refunds will be possible unless we are able to fill your space from a waiting list. Please contact Karen Romaner at (845) 786-3800 ext. 23 for more information.

Second Annual HKDPL Senior Idol

November 2008
Senior Idol returns! Get your instruments tuned, your dancing shoes ready, and your voices warmed up. More details to come in our September/October newsletter. But remember, amatuers only!

Curios about our previous Senior Idol? View last year's Senior Idol in our Photo Gallery!

Computer Classes

Registration is required. Registration for each class opens one week prior to that class. Preference is given to Town of Haverstraw residents. Register online, at the Reference Desk or call 786-3800 ext. 18 or 19. Class size is limited to 11. All classes are in the Community Room at Rosman Center unless otherwise noted.

PLEASE NOTE: There are no scheduled classes for the month's of July and August. Please stay tuned for more information. Have a wonderful summer!

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