January/February 2017

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1 January/February 2017 Enjoy Queens Library virtual programs, book reviews, discussion groups, health forums, friendship, support, education, resources, and entertainment using your home phone, personal computer, or smartphone NYC Reads 365 challenges New Yorkers to read every single day. Read for pleasure, read to find out, read to argue, read to persuade, read to laugh, read to cry, read to understand, read to forget. Help us create a new generation of readers. Reading Lists for grades Pre-k through 5 are available upon request. Mail a Book will send books your whole family will enjoy You are never too old Too wacky, too wild, To pick up a book And read to a child. -Dr. Seuss

2 You re Invited! Ring in the New Year with Friends Happy New Year A teleconference event Please join us on December 31st from 7-9 pm & again on New Years Day from 11am-1pm Hosted by Queens Library Older Adult/Homebound Services First time callers should contact for access numbers Street, Queens Village, NY 11428,

3 The Chatter Box Jan/Feb 2017 The Magic Strings of Frankie Presto by Mitch Albom Reviewed by Marion Mango In this mystical, lyrical, soulful novel, narrated by the Voice of Music, we meet Frankie Presto, arguably the greatest guitarist to have every trod the soil of our planet---at least that is the belief of more than a few of his fellow artists. Orphaned in the Spanish Civil War, he is sent to America at the tender age of nine hidden in the bottom of a boat by the blind guitarist who was his teacher and mentor. His sole possession is an old guitar with six magical strings that turn a glowing shade of blue, then melt away whenever he affects the future lives of others. Woven through the musical tapestry of the twentieth century ---from jazz to classical to rock and roll---are the threads of Frankie s influences on careers of musicians who run the gamut from Little Richard, Django Rheinhardt, Hank Williams, and Elvis Presley for whom he played back up. Becoming a rock star himself, his gift turns into a burden. Overwhelmed by life, loss and his magical power, Frankie disappears for a number of years into a remote area of New Zealand with his wife and child, only to reemerge in a spectacular and mysterious farewell. Many of you may be familiar with Tuesdays with Morrie, The Five People You Meet in Heaven, Have a Little Faith, The First Phone Call From Heaven, and The Timekeepers. Mr. Albom was for many years an award-winning journalist, as well as a screenwriter, playwright, and philanthropist. According to the author, Everyone joins a band in this life---be it through music, family or friends---and these connections change our lives. What do you think? In the Darkroom by Susan Faludi Reviewed by Bonnie Sue Pokorny The author was abandoned by her father at the age of 15 years. Twenty years later, she receives an e mail from him advising that he had just returned from Taiwan where he had under gone an a gender change operation. She flies to Hungry where he is living, to confront him about his desertion and the operation. It is a fascinating book where she not only explores her feelings, her father feelings, and the results of the operation. She goes to Hungary multiple times and she also tells of the history of the country and the many changes that occurred through the years.

4 Poetry Jan/Feb 2017 Give Thanks by J. Baadsgaard For each new morning with its light For rest and shelter of the night for love and friends for EVERYTHING Thy GOODNESS SENDS If you are grateful for everything, Then whatever you have is enough. January Snow by Mary Stallings January With Its Lovely Snow, Rather See it Than Be in It! by J. Baadsgaard Birthday Joy by Mary Stallings Roses and poesy Makes me feel cozy Chocolate and hearts Is not very smart Families and friends with memories to share Because they care Laughter and Joy Oh Boy! Its love you can ponder, Makes your heart grow fonder Hugs and squeezes As much as you pleases The Poet In You Led by Denise Downing Discover and celebrate the poet in you Discuss and share your favorite poems Wednesday, January 18, 2017 Wednesday February 15, 11:00 am

5 "Beware" Prayer By Marion Mango Now I lay me down to sleep; I pray, Thee, Lord, my soul to keep. If I should die before I wake 'Tis not my fate, 'tis Marion's cake. 56 Curls By Marion Mango Her name was Shirley Temple, Her face had darling dimples, But her life was not so simple. She gave us all a smile, though our circumstances were dire, our affections she did beguile! Compliment By Marion Mango "Your hair looks striking like that my dear." "Striking? I'm not even a member of the union!" Country Cottage -By Marion Mango As I come up the road I unburden my load of things citified, I just want to hide in your gentle white warmness --- no more forlornness --- Sweet country cottage are you real or a mirage? The Movement by Marie Every day is a movement of life You do something. You say something. You want something. You buy something. You take something. You bring something. You see something You hear something You plant something You reap what you planted You wish for something You gain something You lose something You find something Jan/Feb 2017 Sometimes you ride. Sometimes you walk. Sometimes you ll be quiet. Sometimes you talk. Sometimes you smile. Sometimes you frown. Sometimes you eat. Sometimes you drink. Sometimes your mind wanders. Sometimes you think. Sometimes you rock. Sometimes you roll. Its your thing, you got it all in control. Sometimes you laugh. Sometimes you cry. Sometimes you live Sometimes you die. Sometimes you moan Sometimes you groan It s the movement, it s the movement It s the movement that you move in

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8 I wish everyone a happy and healthy New Year! Best Wishes from Denise Downing Large Print Regular Print Audio Books on CD Movies on DVD Music on CD Donations between $250-$1000 Will be matched one to one by Bloomberg Philanthropies. Valid between November 15, 2016-January 15, 2017 For more information: QL Or Mail a Donate online: Indicate Mail a Book as your designated Library Library materials Delivered To Your Doorstep Free HELP KEEP QUEENS LIBRARY S MAIL A BOOK SERVICE STRONG

9 Jan/Feb 2017 Group Discussions & Classes Queens Library Virtual Classroom AUTHOR, AUTHOR! Led by Bonnie Sue Pokorny SHORT STORIES Led by Bonnie Sue Pokorny A discussion about authors, titles and genres. What do you want to read next? January 8 PM February 8 PM Share your ideas and interpretations, expand your knowledge of literature January 8 PM February 8PM BOOKS AND BEYOND Led by Shyan Bhairo & CD Blanchard Book Discussion Group We re reading January 11 am The Litigators by John Grisham February 11 am The Marriage of Opposites by Alice Hoffman Topical Discussion Group We re discussing January 11 am Witchology and Folklore February 11am Great Loves Throughout Time Teleconferences are open to all older adults Please contact Queens Library Mail a Book to register and to get access numbers. Queens Library Older Adult Services

10 Jan/Feb 2017 Art History Lecture Series Moderated by Queens Library Older Adult Services The Queens Museum Lecture and Discussion by 10am Fridays January 13 and 27 - Artist Rebecca Solnit Friday February 10 - The Panorama Friday February 17 - Artist Merle Laderman Marion s Art History Discussion Group Lecture and Discussion by 10am Fridays January 6 and February3 Led by Marion Mango

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13 Mail-A-Book Tips Mail a Book Library materials circulate for 45 days If you need more time, we are happy to renew your items. Call Mail a Book to renew We suggest that you take out at least two items at a time. If requested, we can send them to you in two separate bags. That way you will always have something to read, while we are working on your next order. You are allowed to check out up to 50 items on your account, but only 10 DVD s at a time please. Library materials are usually chosen for you by our Mail a Book Librarian, based on preferences set up during registration (favorite authors, titles, subjects, Large Print, Regular Print, Audio, Movies). Let us know if your preferences have changed. Special Request customers choose their own library materials and are only sent items they specifically request. In order to remain an active member of Mail a Book, it is recommended that Special Request customers check out at least 2 items every 3 months. Return postage/postcard and plastic strip are included inside the re-usable mail bag. Check inside the book jacket. When reclosing the mail bag with the plastic strip, please leave a little room for us to clip open the bag. Don t pull the strip too tight. One black strip is all that s needed to secure the mail bag. Don t know what to read next, ask our Mail a Book librarian for suggestions. Do you have a reference question, don t hesitate to call. Its easy to request specific library materials. Here is how: Call us at us at mailabook@queenslibrary.org Send us a note with returned

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17 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat New Years Day Chat 11am-1pm January 2017 Queens Library Mail a Book - Teleconferenced Programs for Older Adults SKYPE Crosswords 1pm SKYPE Crosswords 1pm Martin Luther King Day SKYPE Crosswords 1pm SKYPE Crosswords 1pm BINGO 2pm RN Kathy Moran Senses 2pm Live Concert 2pm What is Human Trafficking 2pm Jewish NY Douglas Leblang 2pm What Are You Reading 11 am You Be The Judge 11 am The Poet in You 11 am BINGO 11am Books & Beyond Witches & Folklore 11am After Hours Books, Authors, Genres 8pm Books & Beyond Discussion The Litigators by J. Grisham After Hours Short Stories 8pm Marion s Art History Group 10am Queens Museum Artist Rebecca Solnit part 1 10am Judy Kamilhor Words & Memories 10am Queens Museum Artist Rebecca Solnit part 2 10am

18 Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat February 2017 Queens Library Mail a Book - Teleconferenced Programs for Older Adults SKYPE Crosswords 1pm SKYPE Crosswords 1pm PRESIDENT S DAY SKYPE Crosswords 1pm BINGO 2pm Memories of Love 2pm Live Concert 2pm CHAT 2pm What Are You Reading 11 am You Be The Judge 11 am The Poet in You 11 am BINGO 11am Books & Beyond Great Loves Throughout Time 11am After Hours Books, Authors, Genres 8pm Books & Beyond The Marriage of Opposites by Hoffman After Hours Short Stories 8pm Marion s Art History Group 10am Queens Museum The Panorama 10am Queens Museum Merle Laderman 10am STARS&Chat 10am