Grand Island Memorial Library

Grand Island Memorial Library Web Page - 2009
1715 Bedell Road, Grand Island, NY 14072

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Library's Winter Preschool Story Hour - 2010
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will present its Winter Session of the Preschool Story Hour at the Library. The event will feature songs, stories and crafts for children ages 3 to 5 years old. Children must be 3 years old by January 25, 2010. This program will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning on Monday, January 25 and Tuesday, January 26. Registration begins Wednesday, January 13 at 9:00 a.m. Please specify which session you prefer. For more information, or to register, call 773-7124, or sign up at the library.

Library's Graham Cracker House Event - December 2009

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   The Grand Island Memorial Library drew over 90 people for its Graham Cracker House event, presented by Explore & More on Saturday, December 19, 2009.

Library Closed Dec. 24-25, 2009 - Open December 31
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will be closed on Thursday, December 24 and Friday, December 25 in observance of the Christmas holiday.
For the remainder of the week, the library will be open its regular hours:

Monday	  10:00 – 9:00

Tuesday	  10:00 – 9:00
         Wednesday    10:00 – 5:00
         Thursday        CLOSED
          Friday 	 CLOSED
          Saturday       10:00 – 5:00
 The library is closed on Sunday.

The Grand Island Memorial Library announces special holiday hours.
The library will be OPEN on Thursday, December 31 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm. and closed on Friday, January 1, 2010. For the remainder of the week, the library will be open on Saturday from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Monday	  10:00 – 9:00
Tuesday	  10:00 – 9:00
Wednesday    10:00 – 5:00
Thursday        10:00 – 5:00
Friday 	 CLOSED
Saturday       10:00 – 5:00

The library is closed on Sunday.

Flu Shot Clinic At Library - November 2009
   The Visiting Nurses’ Association has rescheduled its Flu Shot clinic at the Grand Island Memorial Library. This is for the seasonal flu only. The clinic will be held on Saturday, November 28 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. for ages 9 and up. Children ages 18 years old and under must be accompanied by a parent.
   Please bring your insurance card. Accepted insurance plans are:
Medicare Part B
Independent Health
Univera
Blue Cross/Blue Shield
    For those not covered by insurance the charge is $30 for the Flu shot and $45 for the Pneumonia shot.

Library Closed Thanksgiving Day - November 2009
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will be closed on Thursday, November 26, 2009 in observance of Thanksgiving Day. For the remainder of the week, the library will be open Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The library is closed on Sunday.

Monday     10:00 – 9:00
Tuesday	10:00 – 9:00
Wednesday 	10:00 – 5:00
Thursday	 THANKSGIVING
Friday	10:00 – 5:00
Saturday	10:00 – 5:00
Sunday	CLOSED

Make Your Own Graham Cracker House At Library - November 2009
The Grand Island Memorial Library will host a Make Your Own Graham Cracker House project by Explore & More at the Library on Saturday, December 12, 2009. Two sessions are scheduled, one at 2 p.m. and one at 3 p.m. When registering, please specify which time you prefer. This program is for children ages 6 years and older and adults. Younger children are welcome but must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is limited and begins Wednesday, November 18th. To register or for more information, call 773-7124, or sign up at the library. This program is funded by the Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library.

Library Closed Veterans Day - November 2009
The Grand Island Memorial Library will be closed Wednesday, November 11, 2009 in observance of Veteran’s Day. For the remainder of the week, the library will be open its regular hours:

Monday	  10:00 – 9:00
Tuesday	  10:00 – 9:00
Wednesday    Closed
Thursday       1:00 – 9:00
Friday 	 10:00 – 5:00
Saturday       10:00 – 5:00
The library is closed on Sunday.

Library Fest - October 2009

Nan Hoffman
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    The library fest on Saturday, October 24 celebrated 20 years at the library's Bedell Road location. Approximately 35 people enjoyed the music of Island resident Nan Hoffman, refreshments and presentations by Assemblyman Sam Hoyt and Grand Island Councilwoman and Friends of the Grand Island Library President Mary Cooke. Attendees also enjoyed door prizes from Barnes & Noble and flower arrangements made by the Cinderella Isle Garden Club.

Library Story Hour - Ages 3-5 - October 2009
   Join us for a special evening story hour when the Grand Island Memorial Library presents The Littlest Read for children ages 3 -5. We will read Jazz Baby, followed by a craft. This program will be held on Thursday, November 5 at 6:30 p.m. Registration begins Wednesday, October 21 at 9:00 a.m. For more information, or to register, call 773-7124 or sign up at the library.

Library Fest - 20 Years On Bedell Road - October 2009
   To commemorate 20 Years on Bedell Road, the Grand Island Memorial Library will host a series of programs during the week of October 19 – 24. On Tuesday, October 20th the library invites all book clubs and individuals to a book discussion at 7:00 p.m. on The Great Gatsby. This program, which is part of the library system’s “Big Read”, will be moderated by Liz Engl and Joan Droit. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library.
   On Thursday, October 22nd, at 7:00 p.m. Peggy Koppmann of the Cinderella Isle Garden Club will present Gardening – English Style. English Gardens range from great parklands and meadows to the cottage garden overflowing with blooms. This presentation will cover some of the history, tradition and principles of design that make gardens such as Great Dixter and Sissinghurst unique and beloved throughout England and the gardening world. This program is open to the public.
   On Saturday, October 24th from 2 – 4 p.m. the library will host an open house. Island resident Nan Hoffman will present a family music program at 2:30 p.m. During this afternoon’s program historical library memorabilia will be on display. Refreshments will be provided by the Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library.
   For more information on these programs please visit the library or call 773-7124.

Library Closed Columbus Day - October 2009
    The Grand Island Memorial Library will be closed Monday, October 12, 2009 in observance of Columbus Day. For the remainder of the week, the library will be open:

Tuesday	10-9
Wednesday 10-5
Thursday       1-9
Friday 	       10-5
Saturday     10-5
Sunday  CLOSED

Library Promotes Read for the Record - October 2009
   Grand Island Memorial Library is proud to present Jumpstart's Read for the Record. Join us for a family story time, make a craft and enjoy refreshments on Thursday, October 8 at 6:30 p.m. Help us Read for the Record to break a world record for the number of children and adults reading the same book, The Very Hungry Caterpillar. For more information or to register, call 773-7124.

Library Feature, Exploring Our Sun - Fall 2009
    The Buffalo Astronomical Association will present "Exploring Our Sun" on Saturday, October 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Grand Island Memorial Library. Safely filtered telescopes will enable attendees to see the closest star – the sun! This program is free and open to the public of all ages. No registration is required. For more information visit the library or call 773-7124.

Adult Computer Classes - Fall 2009
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will present a series of Adult Computer Classes. The classes are as follows:

Computer Basics		October 2
Word Beginner		 October 9
Word Intermediate	 October 16
Excel Beginner		 October 23
Internet Intermediate	 October 30
Email Intermediate       November 6
Google		         November 13

There will be 2 sessions of each class, one from 10:00 am – 12:00 pm and the other from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Space is limited and registration is required. Please specify which session you prefer. This program is for adults only. For more information, or to register, call 773-7124, or sign up at the library.

Library Closed - Sept. 23, 2009
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will be closed Wednesday, September 23, 2009 for a Staff Development Day. Regular library hours will resume on Thursday, September 24, 1p.m. to 9 p.m.

Library's Toddler Time Lapsit - 2009
   There will be a Fall Session of the Toddler Time Lapsit at the Grand Island Memorial Library featuring songs, stories and fingerplays for children 18 months to 3 years old. Each child must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Children must be 18 months old by October 7, 2009. This program will be held on Wednesday mornings, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. beginning on October 7, 2009. Registration begins Wednesday, September 16 at 9:00 a.m. For more information, or to register, call 773-7124, Or sign up at the library.

Library Closed Labor Day - Sept. 2009
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will be closed Monday, September 7, 2009 in observance of Labor Day. The library will return to its regular hours after Labor Day which are Monday and Tuesday 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., and Thursday from 1:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Monday	10-9
Tuesday	10-9
Wednesday 10-5
       Thursday       1-9
        Friday 	       10-5
        Saturday     10-5
     Sunday  CLOSED

Library's Preschool Story Hour - Sept. 2009
   There will be a Summer Session of the Preschool Story Hour at the Grand Island Memorial Library featuring songs, stories and crafts for children 3 to 5 years old. Children must be 3 years old by September 14, 2009. This program will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. beginning on Monday, September 14 and Tuesday, September 22. Registration begins Wednesday, September 9 at 9 a.m. Please specify which session you prefer. For more information, or to register, call 773-7124, or sign up at the library.

Summer Celebration At Library - August 2009
   The Grand Island Memorial Library's summer celebration will take place from 2 - 3:30 p.m. Thursday, August 13. Island Resident Nan Hoffman will be entertaining the group with her folk songs. Face painting, crafts and ice cream sundaes will be featured.

Trained Therapy Dog Visits Library - August 2009

Caitlin Watt is shown reading to Dora.
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    Dr. Burt Sellers visited the Grand Island Memorial Library with his labrador retriever, Dora, who is a trained therapy dog. Dr. Sellers spoke about therapy dogs and the children had an opportunity to read to Dora.

Library Program Draws 90 - 2009

Tuesday	10:00 – 9:00
Wednesday 	10:00 – 5:00
Thursday	 1:00 – 9:00
Friday	10:00 – 5:00
Saturday	10:00 – 5:00
The library is closed on Sunday.

Library Offers Children's Program - 2009
   There will be a special program for children at the Grand Island Memorial Library during the February break. Beat the Winter Blues with Mr. J’s Magic Show on Tuesday, February 17 at 1:00 p.m. Sunglasses and shorts are optional. All ages are welcome, however, we ask that parents accompany children ages 5 and younger to the program. To register or for more information, call 773-7124, or sign up at the library. Funding for this program is provided by the Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library.

Used Book Sale Announced - 2009
   The Friends of the Grand Island Memorial Library, 1715 Bedell Road, will hold a used book sale on Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28, 2009 in the community room of the library.
   There will be a bid table containing special items with bids accepted until 12:30 p.m. on Saturday. Winning bidders will be notified by telephone and they may pick up their books after receiving notification.
   The sale will begin Friday at 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. for members of the Friends. Individual memberships are $3.00 yearly and individual life memberships are $35, family memberships are $5 and $50 for life memberships. All memberships may be purchased at the door the first night of the sale.
   Saturday's sale runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and admission is free. Between the hours of one and three, you may fill a bag with books for $2.00.
    The Friends will be at the library on the following Saturdays: February 7, 14, 21 and 28, and March 7, 14 and 21 for anyone wishing to donate gently used books in excellent or next to new condition for the sale. Books may also be donated any time during regular library hours.
   Those who would like to help with the sorting of donated books and available for an hour or so on any of the Saturdays mentioned, are asked to call the library. You will be working with a Friend and will be shown how the books are sorted.

Adult Computer Class - 2009
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will present a series of Adult Computer Classes. The classes are as follows:
Computer Basics - Beginner, February 6
Internet Beginner, February 13
Internet Intermediate, February 20
Microsoft Word Beginner, February 27
Email Beginner, March 6
Email Intermediate, March 13
   There will be two sessions of each class, one from 10am – 12pm and the other from 1pm – 3pm. Please note that space is limited and registration is required. Please specify which session you prefer. This program is for adults only. To register or for more information, call 773-7124, or sign up at the library.

Winter Session Toddler Time Lapsit - 2009
   The Winter Session of the Toddler Time Lapsit at the Grand Island Memorial Library will be held on Wednesday mornings, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. beginning on February 4, 2009. The program features stories, songs and fingerplays for children 18 months to 3 years old. Each child must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Children must be 18 months old by February 4, 2009. Registration begins on Wednesday, January 21 at 9:00 a.m. For more information, or to register, call 773-7124, or sign up at the library.

Eastern Coyote: Friend or Foe? - 2009
   A program on Eastern Coyote: Friend or Foe? will be given by the Urban Conflict Management and Intervention at Grand Island Memorial Library, 1715 Bedell Road, Grand Island from 7-8:30 p.m. Tuesday, January 20, 2008. There is no charge for the program and seating is limited. Call 592-1861 to RSVP.
   Are you concerned about Eastern coyotes? What are the facts, what are the myths? What are the chances of a coyote attack? Learn important information about the Eastern coyote such as habits, diseases, how populations are controlled, what works and what doesn’t work. Learn how to protect your pets and livestock. This free program is recommended for Grand Island residents, law enforcement and animal control. This program is presented by Elise Able, NYS DEC Licensed Nuisance Control Agent and Wildlife Rehabiliator specializing in canines. Sponsored by Fox Wood Wildlife Rescue, Inc http://www.foxwoodrehab.com.
    For more info call 592-1861 or e-mail foxladye@yahoo.com

Library Closed For Martin Luther King Day - 2009
   The Grand Island Memorial Library will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2009 in observance of Martin Luther King Day. For the remainder of the week, the library will be open:

Tuesday	10:00 – 9:00

Wednesday 10:00 – 5:00

Thursday  1:00 – 9:00

Friday	10:00 – 5:00

Saturday	10:00 – 5:00

The library is closed on Sunday.

Library's Preschool Story Hour - Winter 2009
The Winter Session of the Preschool Story Hour at the Grand Island Memorial Library will be held on Monday and Tuesday mornings from 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. beginning on January 26, 2009. Weekly programs of stories, songs, crafts and games are open to children ages 3 to 5 years old. Children MUST be 3 years of age before January 26, 2009. Registration begins on Thursday, January 15, at 9:00 a.m. Please specify which day you prefer. Please call 773-7124, or sign up at the library.

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