May - William K. Sanford Town Library
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May - William K. Sanford Town Library
William K. Sanford Town Library At the Library May 2015 629 Albany Shaker Rd. Loudonville, NY 12211 HOURS: Monday - Thursday 9 AM - 8 PM Friday 9 AM - 6 PM Saturday 9 AM - 5 PM Sunday 1 PM - 5 PM through May 17 Call 458-9274 for information. e-mail us at: [email protected] Web Page Address: www.colonielibrary.org Richard J. Naylor, Director Board of Trustees Rosemary Armao, President Jason Kramer, Vice President Matthew D. Sissman, Secretary Kimberly Fanniff Carol Rosenthal Janet Kiffney Donna Martin Town of Colonie Paula A. Mahan, Supervisor Town Board William Carl David Green Brian Haak Linda Murphy Paul Rosano David Rowley Neal Benoit On Leg Two: The Preakness Everyone Can Be A Dynamic Speaker: Yes, I Mean You! Neal Benoit will be here for the second leg of the Triple Crown, the Preakness, on Thursday, May 14, at 7:00 PM. Neal covered the Kentucky Derby last month and his talk this month will have the same format – complete with on-screen race and racetrack analyses. Neal’s website is a dedicated to educating and entertaining fans of the sport. He has been an avid horseplayer for 35 years and travels regularly to horse racing venues throughout the United States. Check out the website – you’ll be impressed! The website is not just about wagering. There are all kinds of stories, articles, profiles, and interviews on handicapping and on the many people involved in all aspects of the sport. Neal will also be here on Thursday, June 4, starting at 7:00 PM for the Belmont. Visit Neal's website at www.gettingoutofthegate.com On Monday, May 18, starting at 6:30 PM, Mark Grimm will present an entertaining, thought-provoking program that will leave attendees with a new approach to public speaking. This revelation will allow them to feel more at ease, make their presentations much clearer and more relevant to audiences, and provide an easy-to-follow path to becoming dynamic. Learn why most speakers prepare the wrong way for presentations. Hear why Mark once hid in the men's room when it was his turn to speak. He shares his personal path from nervous presenter to paid speaker, a path anyone can follow. Don't miss an inspirational event that could change your life! (continued on page three) American Cinema and World War II Film Series Concludes The Town of Colonie Conservation Advisory Council holds its annual Conservation Day on Saturday, May 2, on the library’s grounds. Trees, compost and literature will be distributed from 9:00 AM-Noon. Our year-long America Cinema and WW II film series concludes with four films hosted by Lenny Zapala – film expert and Director of the Menands Public Library. Our first eight films have been very well-received – as were Lenny’s introductions, comments, and newsreels and shorts from the 1940s! For the final four, we will be switching to Tuesday nights (starting time for all four will be 6:30 PM): May 5th: Hangman Also Die – directed by German ex-patriot Fritz Lang with a screenplay by another ex-patriot (and Communist) Bertolt Brecht. Lenny will be talking about resistance in the Nazi occupied countries and those who fled Hitler and came to the USA. June 9th: Miracle of Morgan’s Creek – satire written and directed by Preston Sturges with Lenny commenting on “the war at home.” July 7th: The Story of G.I. Joe – directed by William Wellman and based on the writings of Ernie Pyle and the Italian campaign. August 11th: The Best Years of Our Lives – the William Wyler classic on “the boys come home.” As with all the films in the series, Lenny will be showing a newsreel and a short film from that era. Town of Colonie Conservation Day Holiday Schedule The library will be closed Saturday, May 23, Sunday, May 24, and Monday, May 25, in observance of Memorial Day. NOTE: Our summer schedule of Sunday closings begins with the Memorial Day weekend. “Like us on Facebook” Go to www.facebook.com/ colonielibrary More Stories & Highlights... Hearing Loss Programs.................................p. 2 Albany Area Senior Orchestra........................p. 2 Small Business Questions Answered................p. 3 Maximize Your Social Security Benefits..........p. 3 Computer/Technology Class Schedule............p. 4 PROGRAMS 2 SATURDAY- People to People Student Ambassadors- From 9:30 AM-12:30 PM. 2 SATURDAY- North Eastern New York Orchid Society- Alan Koch, owner of Gold Country Orchids in Lincoln, CA, will speak on “Understanding the Brazilian Cattleya Alliance.” This talk is designed to give a clear picture of their diversity, and how to grow them. It will cover where the species are found in the wild and how to use this information to grow them well. At 1:00 PM. 4 5 MONDAY- Hudson Mohawk Bird Club: Casual Birding in Australia and New Zealand- Speaker Ken Harper is a local nature photographer who concentrates mainly on bird photography. Last October he and his wife Linda took a trip to Australia and New Zealand. He calls this program "Casual Birding in Australia and New Zealand" because the trip was planned as a vacation and sight-seeing and birding was done as an ad hoc adventure while seeing and doing other things. Even so, he was able to accumulate over 85 new species. The program will be a photo journal of the trip concentrating on the birds while still giving a feel for the beauty of the two countries. At 7:00 PM. TUESDAY- Film Series: American Cinema and WWII with Lenny Zapala- Hangman Also Die . At 6:30 PM. (see story page one) 7 THURSDAY- South Colonie Schools Student Art Exhibit Reception- Parents, students, and friends are invited to view the art work of students in all grade levels. The exhibit runs from May 2-28. The reception is from 4:00-6:00 PM. 9 SATURDAY- Kaplan SAT/PSAT National Practice Test DayA practice test is one of the best ways to get ready for the real thing. You will know exactly what to expect on test day, get a complete analysis of your results, and learn exclusive strategies to improve your score. Students are invited to take free practice tests for the SAT or the new PSAT. Students need to bring a calculator and number 2 pencils. All students taking this Practice Test will receive a free 6 page Score Report. Score reports include your score and performance diagnostics. These will be emailed back to families within 2 weeks of the test. Online registration is required in advance. Visit www.kaptest.com/sat/enroll or check the library's website for a direct link soon. From 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. 11 MONDAY- AARP of Colonie--Chapter 2873- New members and/or guests are welcome. At 1:00 PM. 11 MONDAY- Mystery/Suspense Book Discussion Group- The group meets on the second Monday of each month in the Youth Services Activity Room. This month’s discussion will be on Louise Penny’s book Still Life. Copies of the book are available ahead of time at the Circulation Desk. At 1:30 PM. The Friends of the Library gather every second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM in the Youth Services Activity Room for their regular meeting. To register for programs requiring reservations please call the Information Desk at 810-0314 (direct line). 11 MONDAY- Chinese Film/Discussion Series- I-Hsin Wu, Adjunct Professor of Sociology at UAlbany and a member of the NYS Office for the Aging’s Targeting Workgoup working with the Chinese- American community, is currently hosting a film/discussion series titled “Introducing Chinese Culture Through Chinese Films.” The series began last November and will be continuing through June! This month’s movie is The Blue Kite on Monday, May 11, at 6:00 PM. The Blue Kite “is a 1993 drama film…banned by the Chinese government upon its completion (along with a ten-year ban on filmmaking imposed on [the director])….The Blue Kite serves as one of the quintessential examples of China's Fifth Generation filmmaking, and in particular reveals the impact the various political movements, including the Anti-Rightist Movement and the Cultural Revolution, had upon directors who grew up in the 1950s and 1960s. The film won the Grand Prix at the Tokyo International Film Festival, and Best Film at the Hawaii International Film Festival, both in 1993.” Up next: Monday, June 15: Yi Yi: A One and a Two. At 6:00 PM. 12 TUESDAY- Technology & Hearing Loss- Dr. Christine Raffo, audiologist and owner of Madison & Saratoga Hearing Centers, will speak on hearing loss, diagnosis, and treatment. If you struggle with hearing well and/or communicating with a loved one who has trouble hearing, please come and hear how you can benefit through advancements in technology. Dr. Raffo will address questions and provide free screenings on-site following the presentation for those who wish. At 1:00 PM. 12 TUESDAY- Navigating Daily Life with a Hearing LossNavigating daily life with a hearing loss can be challenging and frustrating. Come to this Hearing Loss Association of America, Albany Chapter program to talk with others and learn what you can do to make things easier. Learn coping strategies, tips for communicating more effectively at work and home, using assistive listening devices and advocating for yourself. At 6:00 PM. 14 THURSDAY- Triple Crown Preview: Neal Benoit on The Preakness- At 7:00 PM. (see story page one) Knitting Group Dates The knitting group will meet in the Youth Services Activity Room on Fridays, May 8 & 22, from 2:00-4:00 PM. For further information contact Gwen Gurien at 475-1470 or [email protected] . AARP Driving Classes Thursday & Friday, May 21 & 22, from 1:00-4:00 PM Call the Library Information Desk at 810-0314 for reservations. Attendance is required at both sessions. There is a $20 AARP member/ $25 non-member materials fee payable to AARP. Class size is limited and advance registration is required. For information on other classes, please call Pat Latimer at 463-5221. Certain services and programs are adaptable to people with disabilities, upon request. Please contact our Outreach Librarian at 458-9274 to discuss your accessibility needs. 16 SATURDAY- Capital District Genealogical Society: Legal Issues/Restrictions and Where to Find the Answers- Guest speaker John Thomas McGuire, attorney and historian from the Albany County Bar Association Speaker Bureau, will talk about places that are open to the public for genealogical research. The speaker/program begins at 1:00 PM followed by the Computer Group at 2:30 PM. 18 MONDAY- Everyone Can Be A Dynamic Speaker: Yes, I Mean You! with Mark Grimm- At 6:30 PM. (see story page one) 19 TUESDAY- Albany Area Senior Orchestra Concert- Come enjoy a performance by the Albany Area Senior Orchestra, a group of mature musicians who enjoy taking their music to others, especially those who have few other opportunities to hear live music. Typical selections include music by world famous composers Borodin, Dvorak, Handel and Rossini as well as medleys of folk songs, movie and show tunes, plus a march or two! There is a continuing need for new members, especially people who play string instruments. At 2:00 PM. 19 TUESDAY- Story Circle of the Capital District- A group of people who love stories, meets on odd numbered months (Jan., Mar., May, etc.) at the Colonie Town Library to share stories which are works in progress. The stories should be no longer than 10 minutes, unless previous arrangements are made. The teller controls how much, if any, feedback happens. No reading of stories, just telling, please. Listeners and new storytellers welcomed! Ages: adults and teens. For more information: 7861271. At 6:30 PM. 19 TUESDAY- Colonie Tuesday Night Live Poets' Corner- Local poets and writers of all ages are invited to present six to ten minutes of their original work at this open reading forum. The public is encouraged to stop in and listen. Hosted by William Robert Foltin (785-1252). Readings begin promptly at 7:00 PM. (ESL Room) 21 THURSDAY- Ask the Experts for Answers to Your Small Business Questions- SCORE Chapter 127, based in Albany, will host a panel of experts, who can answer your questions on how to best structure and develop your small business, from start-up, to financing, to managing, to success. The panel will include: Eric M. Leander, an attorney specializing in Corporate and Business law; Sid Ramotar of the Small Business Administration (SBA); William J. Mather, Jr., insurance agent for HMS Agency, and several SCORE mentors specializing in business planning, marketing, and financial planning. SCORE is an organization of experienced volunteers, affiliated with the Small Business Administration, who mentor people currently running a business, or starting a new business. Representatives from SCORE at the event will provide further information on how to arrange future counseling and mentoring sessions, and help you get the professional help you need. Reservations can be made by calling SCORE at 518-446-1118 Ext 233, or on their website at www.northeastny.score.org . At 6:30 PM. 26 TUESDAY- String Instrumental Recital- Violin, viola, and cello students from the studio of Kaitlin Spektor will present solos and duets of various classical repertoire. At 7:00 PM. 26 TUESDAY- Fiction Book Discussion Group- The group meets on the last Tuesday of the month, September-June (off in December) in the Youth Services Activity Room. To join or for information, contact: Paul Drezelo at [email protected] At 7:00 PM. 27 WEDNESDAY- Maximize Your Social Security Benefits- Make sure you are aware of the few key decisions that can make a big difference in the amount of your Social Security benefit. Attend our workshop and learn strategies for maximizing your benefit, tax planning, and supplementing your retirement income. The session will cover key Social Security benefit decisions and simple steps that can help maximize your benefit. Join us before your make landmark decisions that may not be able to be reversed. Presented by Frank Finch, Principal of Life Stages Financial Group. Reservations are required. From 6:15-7:45 PM. 28 THURSDAY- Starting a Franchise Business?- This informative workshop, presented by entrepreneurs and experts in business development, will give you information and advice about how to start and grow a successful franchise business. Get started with your franchise business today! Sponsored by the Capital Region Start-Up Alliance. At 6:00 PM. 30 SATURDAY- American Sewing Guild-Albany Chapter: Garment Sewers - Easy Fit Method- Have you been frustrated sewing garments using commercial patterns? Sure Fit Designs utilizes a fully graded "sloper" pattern that offers a quick and easy system to acheive good pattern fit. Make your own customized patterns for dresses, blouses, jackets, pants, tops, and children. Check out the Sure Fit Design website at www.surefitdesigns.com and then come to our demonstration to learn how easy it is to use this SFD system. From 10:00 AM-Noon. Friends of the Library News Summer is coming and with it comes the opening of the Friends of the Library Book Nook at the Crossings. We will be there every Saturday during the Farmer’s Market from May 16 to September 12, from 9:00 AM-1:00 PM. Do stop and visit. Remember, all hardcover books are $1, paperbacks are $.50, and children’s books are also $.50. If you would like to help, consider volunteering for even an hour to sell books, and if you have donations of books, please do bring them by. We are always in need of gently used children’s books. All proceeds from Friends events are used to help the library obtain equipment, furniture and material it might not otherwise be able to afford. We hope to see you at all our events, and remember the Friends meet the second Tuesday of the month at 6:30 PM in the Youth Services Activity Room. All are welcome! Dynamic Speaker continued Former TV news anchor Mark Grimm is a public speaking coach, media trainer and message strategist. He has made hundreds of presentations and appears often as a communication or political analyst for local ABC, NBC, CBS, and Fox affiliates. Mark conducted one-on-one interviews with Presidents Bush and Clinton and hosts the Siena Alumni Connection interview program on FM 88.3 The Saint. He has been an adjunct media professor for over 10 years. Mark will read brief excerpts from his book, Everyone Can Be A Dynamic Speaker: Yes, I Mean You!, that will highlight key points. But don't expect an evening of being read to. The session will be engaging, interactive and provide a few laughs. Mark’s website: http://markgrimm.com Computer/Technology Classes... Registration is required for all classes; call 810-0314 All classes will meet in the Training/Conference Room (unless otherwise noted). Prior registration is required; call or visit the Information Desk. Skill Level Legend... Level is indicated by each class description. Beginner: No prior knowledge or experience required. Intermediate: Proficiency with the mouse and keyboard, basic Internet browsing, and familiarity with Windows recommended. Advanced: Confident computer proficiency recommended. Introduction to Computers: One on One (Beginner) Schedule an hour with a librarian. Depending on your skills we can focus on whatever basic skills you want. May sessions include: Thursday, May 14 @ 2:00 PM or 3:00 PM Basic Word Processing and File Management: Wednesday, May 13 @ 10:00 AM Step-by-step instructions in the use of Microsoft Word 2010. This class covers basic editing functions on a prepared document, creation of a folder in Windows Explorer, and the process of saving a document to the folder. (Intermediate) Facebook For Beginners: Tuesday, May 12 @ 7:00 PM In this Social Media Lecture, you will learn basic survival tools for navigating the hazards and joys of Facebook. Designed for those library patrons who have already created or are thinking of creating a Facebook account. (Beginner w/Internet) Presenting Through PowerPoint: Saturday, May 30, 10:00-11:30 AM This class will give an introduction to Microsoft PowerPoint, a program designed for creating presentations. Learn how to create a simple presentation, create and edit slides, insert pictures, apply designs, and run the slide show. (Beginner w/MS Office) Buying and Selling Online: eBay, Craig's List and Amazon: Saturday, May 2 @ 10:00 AM or Tuesday, May 19 @ 7:00 PM (ESL Room) Discover the differences between direct buy sites and auction style sites, understand the best practices for protecting personal information, and learn the benefits of buying and selling online. (Beginner w/Internet) One on One Computer Help (Beginner through Advanced) Bring your computer questions for a half hour of hands-on learning with a technology expert. Possible topics: Internet and social media, email, Mac and Windows operating systems, MS Office, file management, digital photo editing and cameras, apps, ebook readers, tablets, and more. Dates: Friday, May 1 from 2:00-4:00 PM, Tuesday, May 5 from 4:00-6:00 PM; Friday, May 29, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Overdrive Downloadable Audiobooks: By appointment; call the Information Desk Do you have an Ipod/MP3 Player/ Smartphone/PC and enjoy audiobooks? Learn the basics of downloading free audiobooks from our Overdrive digital service. Please feel free to bring your device into class. (Beginner) Android Clinic: Thursday, May 28, from 2:00–4:00 PM iPad Clinic: Monday, May 4, from 2:00–4:00 PM Kindle Clinic: Monday, May 18, from 2:00–4:00 PM Nook Clinic: By appointment; call the Information Desk Do you have an E-reader/tablet and need to learn how to use it? These clinics will teach you the basics of using your device, as well as how to download free ebooks from the library’s digital catalog. Please feel free to bring your device. (Beginner) Microsoft Excel 2010 Basics I: Thursday, May 21 @ 6:00 PM This class will explore the basic features of Excel. Students will learn how to create a worksheet, perform simple calculations, and enter basic data. Students should be familiar with the Windows environment, the keyboard and be able to use a mouse. (Intermediate) Microsoft Excel 2010 Basics II: Thursday, May 28 @ 6:00 PM This class is designed for library patrons who have completed the Introduction to Excel class or are already familiar with the basics of entering and manipulating data in an Excel worksheet. Topics such as graphs, charts, advanced formulas, and data manipulation will be explored. (Intermediate) Advanced Excel 2010--Charts/Graphing, Data Analysis, Statistics: No class this month; call for waiting list This is an advanced class designed for individuals who have a solid understanding of Excel and who are looking to use it for data analysis purposes. The class will cover how to create charts/graphs, use pivot tables for analysis, common statistical functions and Excel's free downloadable analysis add-in, Powerpivot. (Advanced w/strong Excel skills) Microsoft Access 2010 Beginning/Intermediate Class: Thursdays, May 7 & 14, from 7:00-9:00 PM This is a two-part class teaching the basics of Microsoft Access 2010 databases. In class one, database fundamentals, creating tables and relationships, importing/exporting data will be covered. In class two, creating forms, queries and reports (pending time available) will be covered. (Intermediate w/Excel) Getting Organized with Evernote: Friday, May 15, from 2:00-4:00 PM With all the things to do and remember, it's a wonder we stay on top of everything! Luckily, there's an app for that - a free and powerful productivity tool for Windows, Mac, Android, and iOS called Evernote. From making notes and checklists, to attaching files, setting alarms, recording audio and more – we will practice using all the important features of the app, and discuss inspiring ways to use Evernote to bring efficiency and organization to your hobbies, business, career or personal life. (Advanced) Windows 8/8.1 Clinic: Monday, May 18, from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Learn how to get the most out of the new Windows interface, customize your home screen, navigate with a mouse or touch, access settings, and install apps. Bring your laptop or tablet to class to obtain hands on experience, or watch demonstrations that will prepare you to use your desktop at home. Bonus: learn how to stream videos and download free digital library content using the Overdrive app. (Beginner) Career Help File Management Workshop: Organizing Files and Photos: Thursday, May 21, from 4:00-6:00 PM Is your computer a chaotic jumble of digital photos, music, documents, and other files? Learn how to cut through the clutter with Windows File Explorer. We will explore file management principles and practice moving, renaming, sorting, and organizing files and folders. (Intermediate) Call the Information Desk to schedule help with a resume, prepare for an interview or fill out an online job application. Information Desk 810-0314. [email protected] Registration is required; call 810-0314