Winter story times continue with some openings still available. Check with a librarian in the children's room at (516)742-8405, ext. 216 or register on line at www.gardencitypl.org .

The Winter Reading Club concluded on Saturday, January 26 with a fun, action packed special program. The theme was "Wild Animals" and everyone who attended had a great time.

Book club discussions continue in February starting with the Second Grade, Chapter Chats reading and discussing the book Horrible Harry and the Kickball Wedding by Suzy Kline on February 13; New Friends In A Book (3rd Graders) on February 27 with the book Third Grade Detectives "Cobweb Confession" by George E. Stanley; Go Forth (4th Graders) on February 27 with the book Granny Torrelli Makes Soup by Sharon Creech; and Page Turners (5th Graders) on February 25th with the book Report Card by Andrew Clements.

Please check the library website www.gardencitypl.org for upcoming events and registration dates. Funding for these programs has been provided by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Priority for registration and participation is given to children who are Garden City Public Library cardholders.

Library Programs For The Week

YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

* Wed., Feb. 13, 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. YAK & SNACK, Registration began January 9.

ADULT PROGRAMS

* 11 M 1:30 p.m Monday's Marvelous Movie Matinee-Somewhere in Time 1980, 103 min.

* 11 M 7:30 p.m. Regular Meeting Board of Library Trustees

* 12 Tu 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Woman's Club of Garden City

* 12 Tu 7:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Eastern Property Owners' Association

* 12 Tu 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Irish Cultural Society

* 13 W 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 Noon AAUW-Great Decisions Study Group

* 13 W 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Homemakers of Garden City

* 14 Th 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. Village Budget Meeting

* 15 F 1:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Community Club Literary Series. The Natural & The Assistant book review.

* 16 Sa 12:00 Noon to 2:00 p.m. Garden City Recreation Department Chess Club

*Funding this program provided by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library.

Friends' Museum Passes A Success

A pleased-as-punch Marjorie Maher returns her free Museum of Natural History pass to Tom Witt, Assistant Director of the Library. Mrs. Maher recently took her out-of-town grandson to the museum. "Not only did the pass give us free admission," she said, "but there was a long line waiting to pay and we just walked right in."

The free museum pass system was inaugurated last year and funded by The Friends of the Library. In addition to the Natural History Museum, free passes are available to The Brooklyn Museum, The Brooklyn Children's Museum and Old Westbury Gardens. Over 75 Garden City families have taken advantage of this new program.

In response to many request, The Friends will provide additional funding in 2008 for additional museum including The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Guggenheim Museum.

Information about the free museum passes may be obtained by consulting the Reference Desk.

Book Discussion Group

Gloria Weinrich, Panel Moderator, has announced the title of the book to be discussed on Wednesday, March 5th at 10 a.m. in the downstairs meeting room.

Hotel Paradise by Martha Grimes etches an enchanting portrait of spunky Emma Graham, the 12 year old narrator, an incorrigibly inquisitive girl who is tethered to table-waiting responsibilities in her family's frayed-at-the-edges resort hotel. She has a consuming interest in the death by drowning of another 12 year old girl 40 years ago. Her inquisitive nature leads her to seek the facts behind this death.

Participation is limited to 30 people and no registration is necessary. Copies of the book may be picked up at the Reference Desk beginning on Tuesday, February 5.

Chocolates For The Romantic Soul

Wednesday, February 6th 7:00 PM

This chocolate demonstration at the Garden City Public Library will include fruit dipped in chocolate, molding chocolate candies, boxes, and painting with edible paints. Not only will you get to taste these sinfully mouth-watering chocolates but there will also be a raffle for a Spa gift certificate. So bring your sweet tooth on Wednesday, Feb. 6th as well as a small container to take home some goodies from this fun and delicious program. This program is for adult Garden City residents only. Registration begins Sunday, January 27th and must be done in person. For further information please contact Laura Flanagan at the library 742-8405.

Lunch Bag

Book Talk: The Thirteenth Tale

Reference Librarians Mrs. Flanagan and Mrs. Byrne are pleased to be spicing up Valentine's Day with another popular Lunch Bag Book Talk on Thursday, February 14th from 12:00 to 2:00. The Thirteenth Tale by Diane Setterfield has been selected. The Thirteenth Tale is a gripping and spellbinding novel with a haunting quality. The story within the story extends beyond mesmerizing in a way that will transfix every reader.

Author Diane Setterfield has a gift for making each beautifully constructed sentence draw her reader deeper into her tale. Hairs will prick the napes of necks when she introduces the girl in the mist, and goose bumps will rise on arms when Margaret meets Aurelius Love. Throughout the story, the three-dimensional sense of emotion literally pulses with Margaret's despair, her elation, and then her loss.

Registration, which begins Sunday, January 27, is limited to Garden City residents and must be done in person. Remember to bring lunch. Drinks and desserts will be supplied. For further information, contact Laura Flanagan at The Garden City Public Library at 742-8405.

Garden City Public

Library News

"TO AIR IS HUMAN" Aerial Photography Exhibit Brings Garden City Public Library To New Heights

Aerial photographer and pilot Carol Froehlig will display "To Air Is Human" in the lower gallery February 2 to 27, 2008 at the Garden City Public Library. View Garden City landmarks such as St. Paul's Cathedral, Garden City Hotel, and Stewart Avenue from a unique perspective! See aerial photos with clearly distinguishable details of individual objects on the ground. Carol Froehlig of Sky Aerial Images, Inc. has had her photos featured on the cover of "Premier Properties," the Daniel Gale Sotheby's International Realty magazine. For more information: Carol@skyaerialimages.com.

DAUGHTERS OF THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION EXHIBIT "I SPY" GEORGE WASHINGTON'S SPIES

The Daughters of the American Revolution, Garden City Chapter, Colonel Aaron Ogden will exhibit "I Spy" showcased from February 2 to 27 at the Garden City Public Library. Learn about George Washington's spies such as Nathan Hale and Robert Townsend.

Exhibits are FREE and open to the public during regular library hours. For hours and directions phone: 516-742-8405. The library is located at 60 Seventh Street, Garden City, NY. Funding for gallery and showcase exhibits is provided by The Friends of the Garden City Public Library. Installation and removal dates are subject to change.

What's Up For Young Adults

YAK & SNACK

Joan Bauer, popular young adult author of humorous fiction has a hit with Thwonk, an ALA Best Book for Young Adults. This is the story of A. J., an aspiring photographer who has a personal cupid. What wish should she have granted? What would you wish for? Be careful.... Read the book and come to the Library on Wednesday evening, February 13 for discussion, just in time for Valentine's Day. Refreshments will be served. Group meets at 7 PM. Pick up a copy of the book and register beginning January 9th.

3 APPLES BOOK AWARD

In April the list of nominated titles for first Teen 3 Apples Book Award, a New York State Teen's Choice Award, were announced in this column. Beginning January 1, 2008, teens are invited to vote for their favorite from this list. The list follows:

- Bridge to Terabithia by Katherine Paterson

- A Child Called It by David Pelzer

- The Clique by Lisi Harrison

- Eldest by Christopher Paolini

- Green Eggs and Ham by Dr Seuss

- Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince by J.K. Rowling

- Hatchet by Gary Paulsen

- Heat by Mike Lupica

- Holes by Louis Sachar

- My Brother Sam Is Dead by James Collier

- The Outsiders by S. E. Hinton

- Son of the Mob by Gordon Korman

- Speak by Laurie Halse Anderson

- The Thief Lord by Cornelia Funke

- Twilight by Stephanie Meyer

- Ballots will be available at the Young Adult desk on January 2, 2008. For more information on this award visit the website: http://www.3applesbookaward.org

VALENTINE WREATH WORKSHOP

Registration began on Saturday January 26th for a Valentine craft project for Young Adults. At this workshop, which will be facilitated by Joanne McGerty, students will create a wreath on a wooden frame with fabric and lace. The workshop, to be held on Saturday, February 9th, will begin at 2 PM and will last approximately 75 minutes. Sign up at the Young Adult desk, by phone or by email.

' TWEENS & TEEN MOVIE NIGHT HAIRSPRAY

Wednesday, February 20 at 6:30 PM the Young Adult Department will be showing the 2006 hit movie Hairspray for all in grades 6-12. This movie is rated PG-13 and stars Tom Cruise, Philip Seymour Hoffman, Ving Rhames, Billy Crudup and Michelle Monoghan. Great music, great drama, laughs, and adventure await all who come to this February Break showing. Refreshments will be served. Please register so that there will be snacks and drinks for all. Registration begins Wednesday, February 6th.

Registration for all YA programs may be done in person at the Young Adult desk, by phone to the Young Adult Librarian (516-742-8405) or by email to mkelly@gardencitypl.org.

Have you tried Live Homework Help yet? Those who have used it, report that it is a life saver. The tutors are helpful and instructive. Frustration over a homework problem is cured in less than a half an hour. Log on through the library's web site, simply use your library card number and you are on your way to solving those homework dilemmas