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Friends of the Library Book Discussion |
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Bestselling novelist Anita Shreve’s A Wedding in December is the selection for a book discussion, which will be moderated by Gloria Weinrich, on Wednesday, May 23 at 10:00 AM at the Library. Shreve tells the story of seven former schoolmates who reunite at an inn for a wedding. The guests recall what really happened on a night that changed their lives forever. This is a novel about choices and decisions, and the endless allure of missed opportunities.
This book discussion will take place in the Library’s Small Meeting Room on the Lower Level. No registration is necessary. Copies of the book are available at the Reference Desk beginning April 23. This event is sponsored by the Friends of the Garden City Public Library. |
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Red, White, Blue & You! Memorial Day Entertaining |
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Adult Programs
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Memorial Day is just around the corner which means it’s time for family, friends, and outdoor entertaining. Join us on Wednesday, May 23, at 1:30 PM as Chef Barbara Sheridan of Look Who’s Cooking demonstrates how to prepare a delicious red, white, and blue menu: Lemon Grilled Shrimp Cocktail, Buffalo Chicken Salad with Bleu Cheese Dressing, Confetti Chopped Salad, and luscious Strawberry Shortcake and Blueberry Muffins for dessert. The best part of this class is that all attendees will get to sample these treats.
There is a 35 person limit in this class, and priority is given to adult Garden City Public Library cardholders. Non-residents will be accommodated on a space-availability basis. Registration begins on Sunday, May 6 at 1:00 PM. For further information, please call Reference Librarian Laura Flanagan at 742-8405. And, remember to wear your red, white, and blue! |
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The Wonders of Colors |
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The Friends of the Garden City Public Library will present a free lecture with Professor Kathryn Stanley Podwall on Thursday, May 24, at 2:00 PM on the Lower Level.
 Discover the amazing psychological and physiological reactions to the rainbow of colors. Gain fascinating insights such as: which colors are “power colors,” what color diningware may help to reduce eating, and what a favorite color “tells” about a person.
Garden City resident Kathryn Stanley Podwall is a professor of Biology at Nassau Community College. Her honors include the Soroptimist International of Nassau County President’s Award and inclusion in Who’s Who in America. She holds membership in many organizations, including The New York Academy of Sciences, and life membership in the National Association of Science Teachers, the American Society of Mammalogists, and the American Institute of Biological Sciences. |
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Holiday Hours |
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Board of Library Trustees News
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The Garden City Public Library will be closed for the holiday as follows:
| Sunday, May 27 |
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Closed all day |
| Monday, May 28 |
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Closed all day |
See the Hours page for a full listing of the Library’s current schedule. |
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Pay Fines Online |
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Computer News
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 Library patrons can pay fines by credit card through the My Account link in the online catalog. Once you log in with your library barcode number and PIN, you will see a link such as "$5.00 in unpaid fines and bills" if you owe anything. Click on that link and follow the prompts.
The minimum amount that can be paid by credit card is $5.00, and the only cards accepted are MasterCard and VISA.
 Although patrons can pay fines online from home, as a convenience, we have placed a computer at the end of the Circulation Desk, where patrons can pay fines by credit card, look up a book, or check the Library Calendar of Events. The computer is equipped with a touch-screen interface, but the traditional keyboard and mouse are also available. Please note that this computer is intended for brief transactions only.
Fine payment by credit card is a self-service option only. Library staff cannot accept credit cards for payment. Written instructions are available at the Circulation Desk. |
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