Summer Book Talks

Two Summer
Book Discussions

In response to the number of requests we have been receiving for more book discussion opportunities for adults, we are introducing you to two new programs this summer at the library:

"What to Read this Summer"

with Matt and Jen

Thursday, June 27, 2013, 6:30 PM

Calling all book lovers in search of great books to enjoy this summer! You are invited to a special two-part book talk program with Thrall Library Director Matt Pfisterer and Thrall Library staff member Jen Binnie. This first program will introduce you to a number of great title and genre suggestions that run the range from the classics to the "trashics." Come and find the perfect book to read this summer!

"What I Read this Summer"

with Matt and Jen

Thursday, August 15, 2013, 6:30 PM

Our second program will focus on books we have read or are reading this summer: the good, the not so good, and the really bad. This program will give you the opportunity to meet people who like to share good books and great conversation.


Both programs will be held at Middletown Thrall Library in our 2nd Floor Community Room.

Refreshments will be served. For more information, please call 341-5485.


About the Presenters

• Jen Binnie earned a Master's Degree in English from the State University of New York at New Paltz and is a member of Thrall Library's circulation desk staff. Her reading interests include classic literature, young adult literature, and "chick lit."
• Matt Pfisterer is the director of Thrall Library who earned a Master's Degree in Library Science from the State University of New York at Albany. He has moderated more than 35 book discussions covering both fiction and nonfiction titles from popular authors including Steig Larsson, Neil Gaiman, Ian McEwan, Jodi Picoult, and Jennifer Weiner.

History Event

Flight of the Vin Fiz

A Presentation by Edward & Linda Dubin

June 11, 2013, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Middletown was the very first stop on the Vin Fiz's first successful coast to coast flight!

Cal Rodgers landed the Vin Fiz, an early Wright Brothers biplane, at the old "Pleasure Grounds" in September 1911.

For more information, please call (845) 341-5483.

History Event

The Wallkill Guards

Middletown's First to Fight
for the Union

June 2, 2013, 2 - 4 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Presented by Ryan Conklin, who is writing a book on the 18th NYS Volunteers.

The Wallkill Guards were formed at Gothic Hall in Middletown one week after Lincoln's first call for volunteers.

For more information, please call (845) 341-5483.

The Friends of Middletown Thrall Library, Inc. & Middletown Thrall Library Present

"We Stood Like Veterans"

...and did not give an inch."

May 19, 2013, 2 - 4 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Presentation and book signing by author and Civil War historian Charles J. Larocca, with emphasis on the 124th NYS "Orange Blossoms" at the Battle of Gettysburg.

This event is sponsored by The Friends of Thrall Library for Middletown's 125th Anniversary Celebration.

For more information, please call 341-5483.

Elder Law 2013

Tuesday, May 14, 2013, 10 AM - 12 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library Attend a "free legal checkup" and put your mind (and your family) at ease!

Presented by the New York State Bar Association

Learn about wills, health care proxies, powers of attorney, how to choose an agent for health care proxies or powers of attorney, probate, and guardianship issues.

A volunteer lawyer will explain it all so that you can begin to make more informed personal health care and financial decisions!

Handouts and sample documents will be given out to the audience to assist people in making informed decisions about important legal issues.

Please call us as (845) 341-5483 or send e-mail to thrall3@warwick.net if you have any questions.

Reel Ecclectic Film Series 2013

"Reel Eclectic" is Middletown Thrall Library's year-long art / independent / international film festival.

Throughout this series we present thought-provoking, unique, and critically-acclaimed films, many of which are international in scope.

If mature entertainment of a truly different order is what you crave, this series should appeal to you!

Here is our film schedule for 2013 (on the first Thursday of each month):

• January 3, 2013
• February 7, 2013
• March 7, 2013
• April 4, 2013
• May 2, 2013
• June 6, 2013
• July 4, 2013 [no film - federal holiday]
• August 1, 2013
• September 5, 2013
• October 3, 2013
• November 7, 2013
• December 5, 2013

All films begin at 7 PM, and admission is always free! Films are shown in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.

Most of these films are not rated by the Motion Picture Association of America and are intended for for adult audiences. Additional information for some films in this series may be found online at: www.filmmovement.com or www.imdb.com.

Due to licensing restrictions, we cannot publicize film titles outside of the library. Please call (845) 341-5483 for more details or send e-mail to thrall3@warwick.net.

Afternoon Movies 2013

Movies are shown at Middletown Thrall Library in the 2nd floor Community Room on the 3rd Wednesday of each month through 2013.

All movies are FREE and begin at 2 PM.

Here is our schedule:

• January 16th: [call for title] (1985) 155 minutes. Drama (PG)
• February 20th: [call for title] (1952) 106 minutes. Epic / Romance (NR)
• March 20th: [call for title] (2010) 133 minutes. Romance (PG-13)
• April 17th: [call for title] (2011) 146 minutes. Drama (PG-13)
• May 15th: [call for title] (1981) 127 minutes. Musical / Drama (PG)
• June 19th: [call for title] (2003) 95 minutes. Drama (NR)
• July 17th: [call for title] (2010) 97 minutes. Animated (PG)
• August 21st: [call for title] (1995) 139 minutes. Adventure / Romance (R)
• September 18th: [call for title] (1987) 120 minutes. Comedy (R)
• October 16th: [call for title] (1984) 105 minutes. Paranormal / Comedy (PG)
• November 20th: [call for title] (1977) 118 minutes. Musical / Drama (R)
• December 18th: [call for title] (2011) 121 minutes. Romance / Drama (PG-13)

Due to licensing restrictions, we cannot publicize film titles outside of the library. Please call (845) 341-5483 for more details or send e-mail to thrall3@warwick.net.

The History of Middletown, NY

"Pictures of the Past"

A Presentation by

Peter Laskaris, City Historian

Tuesday, April 23, 2013, 7 - 9 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

A presentation by Middletown City Historian Peter Laskaris. Honoring the Middletown Historical Society's 90th Anniversary, this is the first in a series of presentations for Middletown's 125th Anniversary Celebration.

For more information on this event and other library events related to the Celebration, please call 341-5483.

* Two Events *

Event 1: A Movie

Documentary on UFOs based on Linda Zimmermann's book.

May 6, 6:30 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Event 2: "Hudson Valley UFOs"

Presented by Linda Zimmermann

May 7, 2013, 7 - 8:30 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Linda Zimmermann, author of In the Night Sky: Hudson Valley UFO Sightings from the 1930s to the Present, states that, over the past 75 years, New York's Hudson Valley has registered the third highest number of UFO reports in the country.

Attend this free presentation to learn more about her research and findings!

For more information about the program, please call (845) 341-5483.

To learn more about the presenter, you can visit www.nightskyufo.com.

Past Lives

April 16, 2013, 7 - 9 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Lisa Ann of the Spiritquest Healing Center will introduce you to the phenomenon of "past life experiences" through stories and a free workshop, which will include tips on using your past to improve your present.

For more information about the program, please call (845) 341-5483.

Pastels Workshop

Presented by Diane Ouzoonian

Saturday, April 6th, 2013, 1 - 3 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Learn contour drawing, shading, and relative values using pastel. Diane will also demonstrate drawing using fruits and vegetables as subjects.

All required materials will be freely provided for participants.

This workshop is limited to 25 persons, and registration is required.

Please call (845) 341-5483 to register for this free class.

Spring Book Discussion

& Poetry Reading

at Middletown Thrall Library

Our Schedule of Events:

• Movie - March 20, 2013, 2 PM: We will show the movie adaptation of the book to be discussed. Julia Roberts stars as Liz Gilbert, a woman who embarks on a "quest for self-discovery." The movie is rated PG-13.
• Book Discussion - April 2, 6:30 PM: We will discuss the book Eat, Pray, Love by Elizabeth Gilbert. Presented by Dr. Lynn Houston, of the English Department at SUNY Orange. Copies of the books will be available at the library.
• Poetry Reading - April 30, 2013, 6:30 PM: Presented by Joan I. Siegel, Emerita Professor of English at SUNY Orange and recipient of the Chancellor's Award for Excellence in Teaching. Joan will read from her recent book, Light at Point Reyes. She is the co-author of Peach Girl: Poems for a Chinese Daughter and author of Hyacinth for the Soul. She also won the New Letters Poetry Prize and the Anna Davidson Rosenberg Award and was a recent finalist for the Pablo Neruda Poetry Award.

All three events will be held in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.

For more information, please call (845) 341-5483.

Learning Opportunity

Kayaking

March 26, 2013, 7 PM - 8:30 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Mid-Hudson Adirondack Mountain Club will teach you how to choose a kayak and much more!

Kayaks and kayaking gear will also be on display.

Ruth & Ed Kurdyla Commemorative Program

Friends of Thrall Present

Joey Arminio and the Family Trio

Sunday, May 5, 2 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Attend a lively and entertaining music performance!

This event is free and open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.

Free Music Event

Friends of Thrall Present

Brooklyn Baroque

Sunday, April 14, 2 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Featuring special guest Amanda Sidebottom, soprano.

For more about Brooklyn Baroque, please click here to visit their site.

College Financial Workshop

Sponsored by Myles Financial Services

April 11, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

For more information, please call 341-5483.

Awareness Event

Preparing for Disaster

Presented by the Red Cross

March 19, 2013, 7 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Olga Wallace will present this free lecture on disaster preparedness.

Topics include creating a "go bag," making plans, and staying informed before and during an emergency.

Free pamphlets will also be available.

Emotional Freedom

Presented by Debra Hollinrake

Wednesday, March 13, 2013, 7 - 8 PM
in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Learn about "Emotional Freedom Techniques" (EFT) - "simple techniques for instant relief from anger and stress."

Debra further describes Emotional Freedom as "the ability to deal with every part of your life with understanding, patience and ease."

This program is free and open to the public.

For more details about the presenter and EFT, you can visit her website at www.intentionalpower.net

Detect & Prevent

Identity Theft

& Account Fraud

Tuesday, March 12, 2013, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Cornell Cooperative Extension of Orange County will present "a proactive consumer workshop" to "inform consumers about identity theft and account fraud" as well as to "provide useful information and resources to victims of identity theft."

Learn how to recognize fraud and more!

*** Registration is required ***

Please call 341-5483 to register.

In Honor of African American History Month
The Friends of Thrall Library Present

Bob Baldwin

Jazz Artist / Pianist / Composer / Performer / Radio Host

Sunday, February 17, 2013, 2 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Attend a free music event at the library!

This event is open to the public. Refreshments will be served.

To learn more about the performer, please visit www.bobbaldwin.com>

Please note: This event is currently filled!

Please call 341-5483 to be added to our waiting list.

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Love to cook?

Sign up for our

Valentine's Day Luncheon

February 14, 2013, 12 PM - 3 PM

at Middletown Thrall Library in our 2nd floor Community Room

John Moultrie will present this cooking class at Thrall.

What's on the menu? Chicken piccata, asparagus fans, potatoes, and, for dessert, Bananas Foster with ice cream.

Enjoy the food he cooks, and receive copies of his recipes!

Registration is required.

This class is limited to 25 people.

To register, please contact Gail Myker at (845) 341-5483.

Music Event

The Friends of Middletown Thrall Library, Inc. Present

Soul Blues

starring Murali Coryell, Contemporary Soul Blues Artist

Sunday, March 10, 2013, 2 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

This music event is free and open to the public!

About the Performer: In addition to performing with his own group, Murali has toured as a featured artist with award-winning blues artist Joe Louis Walker and jazz guitar legend Larry Coryell (his father).

To learn more about the performer, please visit www.muralicoryell.com

Music Event

Chinese Culture

March 5th, 6:30 - 8 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Learn about Chinese culture, dance, musical instruments, and more!

This presentation includes videos and a question / answer period.

Free Diabetes Screening

February 12, 2013, 1 - 5 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room
at Middletown Thrall Library

St. Anthony Community Hospital Center for Diabetes Education will provide a free diabetes screening / blood glucose (sugar) test.

Information on healthy eating to prevent control diabetes will also be available.

Diabetes affects all races and ethnicities. Millions of people have diabetes or pre-diabetes and do not know it. Diabetes can cause multiple problems such as heart attacks, stroke, blindness, kidney disease and non traumatic amputation of toes. Health care costs due to diabetes are in the millions of dollars.

El Centrode Educacion Sobre Diabetes de St Anthony Community Hospital estara midiendo el nivel de glucose (azucar) en la sangre.

Tambien les daran informacion sobre metas de alimentacion saludable para prevenir y controlar la diabetes.

Diabetes afecta a las personas de todas las razas y nacionalidades. La diabetes puede causar muchos problemas incluyendo atagues al corazon, embolia, ceguera, problemas con los rinones, amputacion de losdedos del pies y mas. Los tratamientos para las personas con diabetes, cuestan millones de dolares cada ano. Se habla Espanol.