Friends of the Nyack Library
News!
As Summer ends, we welcome back some familiar events -
September is Library Card sign-up month so please stop by and get your free library card!
Book donations accepted from
Sept. 6-30, 2022 (however, no bins outside the shed means no donations that day due to inclement weather - so come back the next clear day when you see the bins
outside the shed).
Fundraiser at Elmwood Playhouse - Wed.,
Sept. 28, 2022 at 8pm. Please register and pay at the Nyack Library 4th Floor Ref Desk (not at Elmwood Playhouse).
More info below....
The Friends of the Nyack Library are volunteers who love books and who appreciate the role of the library.
In sharing our love of books and understanding the vital part the library plays in the community,
our goal is to reach out in a variety of ways to enhance library services.
In sharing our love of books and understanding the vital part the library plays in the community,
our goal is to reach out in a variety of ways to enhance library services.
) Join in on the fun at the Elmwood Playhouse and enjoy the musical "Night and Day: Love Lost and Found Through the Eyes of Cole Porter". Wed., Sept. 28, 2022 Tickets: $30 (must be purchased at the Nyack Library not Elmwood). Visit or call the Ref Desk on the 4th Floor (845) 358-3370, ext. 214 to register and pay. Cash, check (to Friends of the Nyack Library) or CC accepted. Raffles, door prizes & more! ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Did you know free museum passes are available all year round? All you need is a library card. These are available to Nyack and Valley Cottage patrons. More information available at: https://www.nyacklibrary.org/borrow-a-museum-pass.html Thanks to you, we have added the following Museum Passes: The Intrepid and The Children's Museum of NY The Nyack Library currently provides passes for these museums: (Please check museum website for guidelines) American Museum of Natural History Boscobel House & Gardens Cooper Hewitt Museum Dia: Beacon Edward Hopper House Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum Frick Collection Museum Guggenheim Museum of Modern Art Neuberger Art Museum NY Historical Society NY State Empire Pass Storm King Art Center Contact the Access Services Desk (845) 358-3370, ext. 211 to find out what museum passes are available. Unfortunately these cannot be reserved in advance. Explore NY! Visit a Museum! Support your local library! The museum passes are free to Nyack and Valley Cottage patrons, due to membership subscriptions paid for by the Friends of the Nyack Library. Thank you for your ongoing support! Sharon Aperto, President saperto@nyacklibrary.org or (845) 358-3370, ex. 229 Reminder: Come and visit the Friends ongoing book sale in the Book Nook located next to the Computer Resource Center. There are also gift items available at the Access Services Desk. Proceeds benefit The Nyack Library. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Thank you for inviting us into your homes through the myriad of programs and services we offer to patrons of all ages. It is comforting to know we help you feel safe, informed and entertained. Continue to check the Library website for updates. |
Book Sale Information
Thank you in advance for your generous donations. Please note: No donations taken in during inclement weather (no bins means no donations that day) No VHS, LPs, magazines, travel books over 5 yrs old, encyclopedias, textbooks, soiled or materials that are falling apart. If you have a large amount to donate, please contact Sharon at (845) 358-3370, ext. 229 or email FONL@nyacklibrary.org to make arrangements for donations. Next Book Sale: Saturday, November 5, 2022 from *10am-4pm and Sunday, November 6, 2022 from Noon-4pm. *Please note the Early Bird Special from 9am-10am on Saturday, November 5th Admission: $20 (Plus purchase of materials) If you would like to volunteer to help out, see letter below for more information. 
FYI -Goodwill on Rte 59 and Salvation Army on West Nyack Road will accept donations as well. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please come and visit! Need a free library card? For information, please call (845) 358-3370, ext, 211 The Current Library hours are: Monday - Thursday from 10am-8pm Friday from 10am-6pm Saturday from 10am -5pm Sunday from Noon-4pm Digital services are available 24/7 through: www.nyacklibrary.org/ebooks-and-streaming-media.html |
The Library's Director Angela Strong and Sharon Aperto, President of the Friends, presenting the Nyack Library's donation to the healthcare workers at Montefiore Nyack Hospital - Hershey Kisses and Tablets with much love! Thank you healthcare workers for your strength, resilience and love!
Thank you also to those who have donated to the Friends of the Nyack Library. It is through your generosity that we were able to help our community when they needed us. Know that while you were doing your part staying home and following Covid-19 guidelines, you also played a part in helping others. Thank you!
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Carnegie Concerts
The Carnegie Concerts series will be available in 2022!
With limited space, registration is recommended to attend. A suggested donation of $10 to be paid at the door. Mask required to attend. Please check the website for upcoming concerts. The Library will continue to provide virtual programs along with in person events. Take a look at the Highlighted Programs on the Nyack Library website and sign up today for a free program or two. We appreciate your support and interest. See our calendar and register here. To view all events, click on Events Type and click the "Select All" box, then click on the Submit button, to see all events happening at the Nyack Library. When you click on an event, go to the bottom of the box to "View More". Fill out the registration information. Since these programs are virtual, you will receive the link to view the event online. If you need to create an email address, please contact the Reference Desk. A staff member will be glad to assist you. Contributions from The Friends
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Become a Friend
of the Nyack Library Choose the annual membership level that's best for you
$15 individual $25 family/joint $40 bookworm $50 scholar Please make checks out to: Friends of the Nyack Library c/o Nyack Library 59 South Broadway, Nyack, NY 10960 Email: FONL@nyacklibrary.org Fill out a Membership/Volunteer Application Join or donate online through our secure Paypal link. Book Nook 
The Book Nook, located on the lower level of the library adjacent to the Computer Resource Center, has a wide assortment of books and media available for purchase at reasonable prices.
Also on display are the many Friends of the Nyack Library gift items. Take a minute to browse and consider purchasing any of these gift items (tote bags, t-shirts, note cards, magnets, books) on display. They are available for purchase at the Circulation Desk. All the proceeds benefit the library. |