In Honor of Black History Month: Belle (2013) Amma Asante’s British period drama - loosely inspired by the 1779 painting of Dido Elizabeth Belle - stars Gugu Mbatha-Raw, Tom Wilkinson, Miranda Richardson, Penelope Wilton, Sam Reid, Matthew Goode, Emily Watson, Sarah Gadon, Tom Felton, and James Norton. The biracial daughter of Royal Navy Captain Sir John Lindsay is raised by aristocratic Great-uncle Lord William Murray in 18th century England. The film centers on Dido's relationship with an aspiring lawyer. Rated PG, 1 hour 40 minutes.
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Monday, February 3, 2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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01:00 PM to 03:00 PMLocation:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Tuesday, February 4, 2025 - 6:30pm to 7:30pm
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06:30 PM to 07:30 PMContact: Help Desk @ 986-1047, ext. 3 or warref@rcls.org
Join our monthly book group, where we explore a variety of popular fiction titles. Whether you're into contemporary bestsellers, captivating mysteries, or thought-provoking dramas, this group is the perfect place to dive into great reads and engage in lively discussions with fellow book lovers. All readers welcome! We meet every first Tuesday of the month.
Location:AWPL Board RoomAge Group:Adult
Wednesday, February 5, 2025 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
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02:00 PM to 04:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3
All interested adults with a passion for writing and being published are welcome! Questions? Please contact the Help Desk at 845-986-1047, option 4.
Location:AWPL Board RoomAge Group:AdultA note about registration
Monday, February 10, 2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
In Honor of Black History Month: Marshall (2017) Legal drama stars Chadwick Boseman, Josh Gad and Kate Hudson - the story of Thurgood Marshall, the crusading lawyer who would become the first African-American Supreme Court Justice, as he battles through one of his career-defining cases. Rated PG-13: 1 hour 58 minutes.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Wednesday, February 12, 2025 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
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02:00 PM to 04:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3
All interested adults with a passion for writing and being published are welcome! Questions? Please contact the Help Desk at 845-986-1047, option 4.
Location:AWPL Board RoomAge Group:AdultA note about registration
Monday, February 17, 2025 - 9:00am to 8:00pm
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09:00 AM to 08:00 PMLocation:AWPL Board Room, AWPL Community Room
Wednesday, February 19, 2025 - 2:00pm to 4:00pm
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02:00 PM to 04:00 PMContact: The Help Desk at 986-1047, ext. 3
All interested adults with a passion for writing and being published are welcome! Questions? Please contact the Help Desk at 845-986-1047, option 4.
Location:AWPL Board RoomAge Group:AdultA note about registration
Saturday, February 22, 2025 - 2:00pm to 3:30pm
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02:00 PM to 03:30 PM
Local historian Sue Gardner coordinates an informal sharing of some historic local Black family heritage and lore. Attendees are encourage to share their own family's history and treasured stories of ancestors, "show and tell" family photos and heirloom items are also welcome.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Monday, February 24, 2025 - 1:00pm to 3:00pm
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01:00 PM to 03:00 PM
In Honor of Black History Month: Ray (2004) The only thing more extraordinary than the music is the man behind it: Ray Charles. Taylor Hackford’s bio pic based on the life and career of the legendary rhythm and blues musician Ray Charles, from his humble beginnings in the South, where he went blind at age seven, to his meteoric rise to stardom during the 1950’s and 1960’s. Stars Jamie Foxx (who would pick up a Best Actor Oscar) Regina King and Kerry Washington. Rated PG-13: 2 hours 32 minutes.
Location:AWPL Community RoomAge Group:Adult
Tuesday, February 25, 2025 - 6:30pm to 8:30pm
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06:30 PM to 08:30 PMLocation:AWPL Board Room