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When George Washington beat a hasty retreat from New York City in August 1776, many thought the American Revolution might soon be over. Instead, Washington rallied"thanks in large part to a little-known, top-secret group called the Culper Spy Ring.

On January 28, 1945, 121 hand-selected U.S. troops slipped behind enemy lines in the Philippines. Their mission: March thirty rugged miles to rescue 513 POWs languishing in a hellish camp, among them the last survivors of the infamous Bataan Death March. A recent prison massacre by Japanese soldiers elsewhere in the Philippines made the stakes impossibly high and left little time to plan the complex operation.
Books are available for checkout; new members always welcome.

Interested in kayaking? Mid-Hudson Adirondack Mountain Club will present everything you need to know!

The Anne Frank Center's signature live drama performance is taken directly from Anne's diary and provides a uniquely personal glimpse into Anne's time in hiding. Questions and answers with "Anne" will follow the performance.

Discover the art of collage by creating one. Use personal photos, magazine clippings and various colored papers. We will be referring to well-known artists -- Picasso, Gris, Braque and Matisse.
A $5.00 non-refundable fee is due at time of in-person registration at the Help Desk; open enrollment after May 9, 2015.

Eight-week workshop exploring the prevention and treatment of breast cancer will be held at the Albert Wisner Public Library in Warwick on Mondays, 6 pm, beginning October 26. Resources for study and discussion include the book, 'Waking The Warrior Goddess' by Christine Horner. M.D, FA.C.S. which focuses on the power of nature and natural medicines.

Focusing on plants that thrive in warm months, Gar Wang will discuss proper watering, soil cultivation, organic pest management as well as inter-planting to maximize productivity in the backyard garden. Gar will also share ideas for simple trellises and shade devices.

Mary Jasch, Publisher and Editor of DIG IT! Magazine, will present two talks - Gorgeous Gardens and Flowering Floosies for Everywhere; a Q & A session will follow. Come learn about gorgeous garden trips that can be taken within a day from the Warwick area.
The Friends of the Albert Wisner Public Library will also hold a Gardening Book Sale from 9am to 3pm this day.