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  • AT YOUR LIBRARY: York Public Library- 2013-2014

    AT YOUR LIBRARY
  • I would like to take a moment, on behalf of everyone at the York Public Library, to thank our patrons, friends and town for the support that enabled us to provide exceptional library service to our community in 2013/14. More of you than ever enjoyed more of our services, from borrowing books (in all formats from hard cover, t...
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  • I would like to take a moment, on behalf of everyone at the York Public Library, to thank our patrons, friends and town for the support that enabled us to provide exceptional library service to our community in 2013/14. More of you than ever enjoyed more of our services, from borrowing books (in all formats from hard cover, to electronic books, to audio books on CD), to attending our extensive schedule of events, programs and community meetings.
    Starting Jan. 14, the library increased its hours of service and is now open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays; 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Fridays; and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturdays. These expanded evening hours serve all patrons, including working families, students and patrons picking up materials they have reserved through our online catalog of over six million items.
    From the youngest members of our community to the oldest, the York Public Library has something for everyone, as we "Engage the Community in the Joy of Learning."
    In 2013/14 the library provided enhanced services for the visually impaired, including many seniors. Thanks to a grant from the Kennebunk Savings Bank and in collaboration with the IRIS Network, the library acquired a state of the art DaVinci text magnifier that makes reading books, newspapers and magazines easier, the weekly large print edition of the New York Times and additional large print books.
    For our younger patrons, there was something new, too. In November, a patron told me about his grandchild who was not enthusiastic about reading until she was given an e-reader. Thanks to a gift from his private foundation, the library now offers e-book readers for loan to elementary aged patrons with the support of their families.
    The Portland Press Herald ran a front-page story titled, "A New Chapter in the Role of Libraries," that highlighted the York Public Library's loaning out of 10 nature backpacks, each filled with maps, books, nets, and items designed to let families explore local forests, ponds, marshes or beaches together. The last paragraph of the article quotes our library: "What you're supposed to do as a library is give people the means to go out and explore their world and these backpacks do that. Libraries will always be relevant if they provide what the community can learn from, what is interesting to them."
    A recent letter to the editor in The York Weekly by a family with four daughters commented, "The York Public Library is now open Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday evenings until 7 p.m. That means more time to enjoy this wonderful York treasure. When I go to the York library in the evening, I find wonderful opportunities to surf the web on their many computers. I find others reading local and national newspapers, magazines, and journals. Teens can get their homework done in the Teen Area. Downstairs, moms and dads can select a special bedtime story for their young children. There are poets, storytellers, artisans, craftspeople, musicians and movies to enjoy too. The library itself is simply beautiful and uplifting as you look up to see beautiful skylights fill the ceiling with natural sunlight. When you are ready to leave, check out DVD movies or electronic Books. Perhaps among the finest goodies of all are the librarians and staff, and now you have extra hours to enjoy them too. Don't miss out. Our family loves the York Public Library and hopes you do too!"
    Coming up
    • Antiques Appraisal Day: Between 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, July 24, join Sentry Hill and the York Public Library for an Antiques Appraisal Day. Appraisal services generously offered in support of the York Public Library by Hap Moore & Lee Horowitz. Suggested donation of $ per item appraised. All proceeds support the library.
    • "The Grand Budapest Hotel": The Summer Film Series contnues at 7 p.m. Sunday, July 27. "The Grand Budapest Hotel" follows the misadventures of M. Gustave (Ralph Fiennes), a legendary concierge at a famous European hotel, and Zero Mustafa (Tony Revolori), the lobby boy and trusted friend, as they avoid a bitter family, a persistent yet misguided police force and the military of their fictional country. Elegant, zany, laugh out loud funny, the latest from director Wes Anderson. Rated R for language, some sexual content and violence. 100 minutes.
    • Community Yoga: 1 to 2:15 p.m. Fridays, Aug. 1, 8, 15. This "beginner-friendly" class will introduce breathing techniques, core strengthening warm-ups, gentle posture flows, and deep relaxation. It is open to students at all levels of experience and ability. Led by Deborah Levine, M.Ed., certified Advanced Kripalu and adaptive yoga instructor with over 20 years experience. Please bring a yoga "sticky" mat (if you have one), or a towel/blanket and a small pillow. Wear comfortable clothing. Class size is limited. Sign up at the library or call 363-2818. People with medical conditions or injuries may participate with medical approval for light exercise.
    • "August: Osage County": The Summer Film Series continues at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3. A family crisis brings the strong-willed women of the Weston family back to the Oklahoma house they grew up in and to their dysfunctional mother (Meryl Streep). Based on Tracy Letts' Pulitzer Prize-winning play, this all-star cast includes Julia Roberts, Ewan McGregor, and Benedict Cumberbatch. Oscar-nominated for Best Actress and Supporting Actress. Rated R for language including sexual references, and for drug material. 121 minutes.
    • Cultural Presentation of International Seasonal Workers: At 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 5, seasonal workers will share their habits and customs. Seasonal workers from around the globe make up a part of the fabric of the York Community each summer. Upon returning home they become our good ambassadors. Presented by York Diversity Forum.
    • "The Dragon King": The Family Fun Series continues at 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 6. The Tanglewood Marionettes present their award-winning adventure "The Dragon King," the story of an epic underwater quest to return life and water to the earth. Funded in part by Kennebunk Savings Bank and co-sponsored with York schools, this performance will be held at Village Elementary School.
    • "Robots": The Family Film Series continues at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 9. In a robot world, a young idealistic inventor travels to the big city to join his inspiration's company, only to find himself opposing its sinister new management. Rated PG for some brief language and suggestive humor, 91 minutes.
    • "The Book Thief": The Summer Film Series continues at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 10. A profoundly moving story of a girl who transforms the lives of those around her in Germany during World War II. Although Liesel (Sophie Nélisse) is illiterate when she is adopted by a German couple, her adoptive father encourages her to learn to read. Ultimately, the power of words helps Liesel and Max (Ben Schnetzer), a Jew sheltered in the family's home, escape from the events unfolding around them. Rated PG-13 for some violence and intense depiction of thematic material. 131 minutes.
    • Writers' Critique: 10:30 a.m. — 12:30 p.m. Tuesdays: Aug. 12, 19, 26. Marjory D. Lyons, Ph. D., will present "A Writers' Critique: Writing and Revising Your Memoir, Short Story or Novel". Please bring 10 copies of your work, typed or word-processed (up to 6 pages). All genres are acceptable with an emphasis on memoirs and life stories. Participants will engage in a round robin to share and respond to individual writings. Register at the Library or 363-2818.
    • "Blue Jasmine" : The Summer Film Series continues at 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 17. Poignant, romantic, and mesmerizing, writer/director Woody Allen's latest film centers around Jasmine (Cate Blanchett), a former New York socialite teetering on an emotional tightrope, balancing between her troubled East Coast past and a fresh start in San Francisco. Having moved into her sister's (Sally Hawkins) humble apartment, Jasmine ricochets between the tumultuous acceptance of her new limitations, and the dreams of reclaiming her past life's glamour. Academy Award winner — Best Actress. Rated PG-13 for mature thematic material, language and sexual content. 98 minutes.
    For children
    • INFANT LAPSITS: 10:30 a.m. Wednesdays, for infants to 2-year-olds. A program of stories, songs, fingerplays and rhymes.
    • PRESCHOOL STORY HOUR: 10:30 a.m. Fridays. Stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts. Ages 3-5.
    • Weekly Drop-in Crafts: Come by the Library to make a craft that celebrates the power of science.
    • Rainy Day Movies: Can't go to the beach? Come to the library at 1 p.m. on rainy days (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays) and we will show children's movies
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