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Spotlight On: Ashley Maraffino
The Adult Department has a new supervisor: Ashley Maraffino. Ashley comes to us from Valley Cottage Library, where she was the head of Adult Services for five years. She has a master’s degree in library and information science, with a concentration in rare books and special collections, from Long Island University. What attracted you to working at PRPL? It’s a library that’s on the cusp of some big changes! Eugenia, the director, has a lot of forward-thinking ideas to improve the library’s services and offerings. This is a great community that truly loves and values its library. I am excited to be here and be a part of that. What are your plans for the Adult Department? The adult services librarians have already done some pretty great things. Coffee Talk with Jim, the Sunday concert series, tech librarian on call, are just a few examples. I’m looking for us to build on these successes, increase and diversify our offerings, and provide programs and services that the community wants. If you have an idea for something you’d like to see at the library, come talk to me! What do you like most about working in libraries? The people, of course! I love being able to chat about books, connect with people through programming, and help someone find the right answer to their question. Additionally, I really like how varied the work can be. There can be a misconception that librarians sit around and read books all day. That would be an excellent job to have, but it couldn’t be further from the truth! We’re selecting and ordering the books and materials to fill the shelves, maintaining the many collections in the library, creating displays, planning and running programming, providing technology help, doing outreach to the community to increase awareness about how awesome the library is and what resources we can provide, participating in professional organizations, and so much more. |
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Teen Vogue Virtual PromOn Saturday, May 16, Teen Vogue will celebrate the high school classes of 2020 with the Teen Vogue Virtual Prom in an effort to bring some joy and normalcy to high school students who are missing out on educational milestones at a time that they expected to be among the proudest and most exciting of their school experience. The Teen Vogue Virtual Prom will culminate with a nationwide virtual community experience on Zoom, hosted by Teen Vogue editor in chief Lindsay Peoples Wagner featuring special performances and celebrity appearances by Ava Max, CNCO, Charli D’Amelio, Dixie D’Amelio, Emma Chamberlain, H.E.R., JoJo, Josie Totah, Kiernan Shipka, Lily Collins, Madelaine Petsch, Storm Reid, Paloma Mami, Chloe x Halle, Becky G and more. The evening will also include DJ sets, curated playlists, interactive choreography, custom thematic backdrops, and more! |
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Ongoing Live Streaming Programs For Kids and Teens For Adults For All Ages Check out our Events Calendar to view a complete list of our upcoming live programs and events.
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Final Chance for PRPL BingoPlay e-Bingo for a chance to win a $25 Cash on the Town gift certificate to use at participating Pearl River businesses. Winners will be notified by email, please be sure to include your full name. How do I fill out my Bingo card? You can either print the card out at home, X out your squares, take a picture and email it or mark it digitally and email.
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AP U.S. History Webinar Thursday, April 30, 7-8PM Join Dr. Dominique Padurano from Crimson Coaching for a webinar to prepare for the AP US History Exam. The webinar will answer questions like: - What is the best way to study for ANY AP exam on one’s own?
- What is the best way to prepare for the APUSH exam?
- What to do if the exams DON’T take place in May (but DO in June on the “make-up” dates listed on the College Board website)
- What to do if the exams don’t take place at all this year?
The webinar will be held via Zoom: Meeting ID: 933 8041 4715 |
Miss Fran is back with her popular class live online! HOORAY! Meeting ID: 172 342 279
Password: 319675 |
Create your own comfort blanket using materials found in your home: old clothing and fabric from other items that have already outlived their use. You can use needle and thread or glue or tape or staples to hold it together. The best part is that you cannot do this wrong: it can look like anything you want it to look like! Each week we will meet via Google Hangouts to ask questions, see how each of is progressing and to support each other to create something beautiful out of this strange and stressful time! Registration is required to receive a Google invite. |
Blogging WebinarThursday, April 30, 7-8PM Turning a Blog into a Small Business In this online class, gluten free diet & lifestyle expert Danielle Addimandi will share how she turned her celiac diagnosis and food blog into a successful baking and catering business. This class will be offered live via Google Hangouts - please register and we will email the access code to you. |
Carrie Newman, of Faces by Carrie, is back with this live online tutorial to help you look and feel your best! *This program is offered through 'Google Hangouts' - please register & we will send you an email with the access code. |
Take advantage of your time at home! In this live workshop, professional organizer & author Jamie Nova will help you get organized. *This program is offered online through 'Google Hangouts' - please register & we will send you an email with the access code (if you need help contact the Library). |
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