Join Daniel Guilfoyle for a discussion of his latest book on how to improve your memory skills using time honored techniques such as the Memory Palace and the Link Method.
Daniel Guilfoyle is a licensed clinical social worker living in the Hudson Valley who has participated in the National Memory Championships three times in the past. Although he has never won, he is ranked among the top 100 memory athletes in the online world rankings.
Resonator slide guitarist and singer Abbie Gardner performs blues and folk songs from her latest record, which hit #11 on the Billboard charts in May 2022. You'll hear the stories behind the songs and learn a little about the dobro (lap slide square neck resonator guitar).
Abbie Gardner is a fiery dobro player with an infectious smile. Whether performing solo or with Americana darlings Red Molly, her acclaimed tales of love and loss, both gritty and sweet, are propelled by her impeccable slide guitar chops. Her live show is truly unique - as an award-winning songwriter, captivating vocalist, and a world-class lap style dobro player, she has an unmistakable sound all her own. This sound of vocals and dobro unaccompanied is masterfully captured on her 2022 CD "DobroSinger." It’s a raw intimate recording full of blues, heartfelt ballads and the ache of the unknown. It’s quite a contrast to her previous CD, Wishes on a Neon Sign (2018) which featured a co-write with Chris Stapleton and leaned on full band production. Though she has traveled around the world with Red Molly, Abbie stands strong as a solo act and has opened for Lori McKenna, Hot Rize, and Martina McBride.
Funded by a generous gift to the AWPL Foundation
by Glenn P. and Susan D. Dickes
AWPL Classic Monday - Sunset Blvd. (1950) Billy Wilder’s brilliant black comedy stars William Holden, Gloria Swanson and Erich von Stroheim. Joe Gillis (Holden), a struggling screenwriter (turned gigolo), befriends Norma Desmond (Swanson), a former silent-film star (turned sugar mama); Desmond gradually draws him into her demented fantasy world, where she dreams of making a triumphant return to the silver screen. Mr. DeMille, I'm ready for my close-up. Not Rated: 1 hour 50 minutes.
Come and meet new friends and join in on a game that is played all over the world. Mahjongg enthusiasts of all skill levels are invited to play every Tuesday from 10am to 1pm. The sessions are open-ended and participants can play as many or as few games as they wish. Players with mahjongg sets are encouraged to bring them, as the Library has a limited number to loan. This program is free, ongoing and open to players from all communities.
Sustainable World Book Group meets on Zoom each month. For more information, contact the Help Desk at (845)986-1047 ext.3
June 13th - Fen, Bog, Swamp by Annie Proulx
July 11th - Companion Piece by Ali Smith
August 8th - Bill of Obligations by Richard Haass
Local artist Pat Foxx will guide you through the basics of watercolor painting in an informal, relaxed setting.
All materials provided.
The Writer's Group meets every Wednesday, from 2 to 4pm in the Board Room. Bring in 6 copies of up to four pages, typed and double spaced, to be critiqued by fellow writers in a friendly, constructive manner. All forms of prose acceptable; no poetry please! This is a non-instructional program for adults; new members always welcome!
Join other chess enthusiasts for some free play. Non-instructional; open to those age 13+ and older.
Bring your knitting, crochet, embroidery, needlepoint, cross stitch, punch needling, applique, sewing and all of your fiber arts projects and join us for a non-instructional night of stitching but no b*@%$ing.
Join other board game enthusiasts for an afternoon of old-fashioned fun! New members always welcome; no registration necessary.
