488 Freedom Plains Rd. (Rt.55)
Suite #109
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603

Phone: (845) 452-3141
Fax: (845) 452-1974

E-mail: lagrangelibrary@laglib.org

Directions to the Library

The mission of the LaGrange Association Library is to provide opportunities for education, enrichment and recreation to the people of the LaGrange community.

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eNews - March 2020 issue

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Book & Media Donations

Book and media donations are accepted Monday through Saturday during library hours. There's a limit of 25 items per family per day.

For more information, please refer to
LaGrange Library's Book & Media Donation Procedure

Architect's Presentation of the New LaGrange Library

Sunday, April 5, 2-3pm

Please join us from your home computer for an online look at the new library design and a Q&A session with architect Paul Mays, Library Director Mary De Bellis, and members of the Library Board.

Registration required at:
https://register.gotowebinar.com/register/5303326516830716685

We look forward to having you there!

With thanks to our sponsor Tompkins Mahopac Bank

**Important Updates During the COVID-19 Pandemic**

We hope all of our neighbors and their loved ones are staying safe and well during this unprecedented time of crisis. In observation of Governor Cuomo’s mandates and the increasing severity of the COVID-19 pandemic, the Library:

• will be closed until further notice

• will not be emptying the outside book drop, so please hold onto your items!

• will waive any fines on overdue items until further notice

• will answer any questions via email sent to lagrangelibrary@laglib.org as quickly as possible

• will post library updates on our website and social media sites: Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter

• will conduct the April Board of Trustees meeting via webinar on Thursday, April 2 at 7:00 pm, which the public may attend from the safety of their own homes by registering at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/4663029219048998412

• will conduct the architect’s presentation of the new library via webinar on Sunday, April 5 at 2:00 pm, which the public may attend from the safety of their own homes by registering at: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/5303326516830716685

Until further communication, please stay informed, be smart, and take good care!

With kind regards,
Mary De Bellis
Library Director

TumbleBooks Resources Available through August

TumbleBooks is allowing free access to their resources through the end of August with no login required. Click on the links below to get started.

TumbleBook Library - K-6 children's ebook database
TumbleMath - K-6 math ebook database
TeenBookCloud - grades 7-12 ebook database
AudioBookCloud - all ages audiobook database
RomanceBookCloud - huge collection of romance novels

Coronavirus (COVID-19) - Information You Can Trust

Call your doctor: if you think you have been exposed to COVID-19 and develop a fever and symptoms of respiratory illness, such as cough or difficulty breathing, call your healthcare provider immediately.

Information from Local, State, and National Agencies

CDC Coronavirus page:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/summary.html

NYS Dept. of Health Coronavirus page: 
https://www.health.ny.gov/diseases/communicable/coronavirus/

Dutchess County Dept. of Health Coronavirus page: 
https://www.dutchessny.gov/Departments/DBCH/dbch.htm

MedLine Plus – From the National Institute of Health – National Library of Medicine:
https://medlineplus.gov/coronavirusinfections.html

World Health Organization (WHO):
https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019

All programs for April are cancelled

Notary Public Services Now Offered

Free Notary Public services are available at LaGrange Library. We recommend you call ahead to confirm availability or to request an appointment, if you require a specific time. Contact the front desk at (845) 452-3141.

Please note: You must present a valid photo ID in order to have your document(s) notarized.

Tax Form Information

Federal
Forms & Instructions have been received
Print Forms: www.irs.gov/forms-instructions
Order Forms By Mail: www.irs.gov/forms-pubs/order-products or call 1-800-829-3676

New York State
Forms & Instructions have been received
Print Forms: www.tax.ny.gov/forms
Order Forms By Mail: call 1-518-457-5431

Library staff can assist you in printing forms at a cost of 10¢ per copy.

Universal Class

Universal Class brings libraries lifelong learning courses in over 30 subject areas, many of which offer continuing education units (CEUs). More than 500 courses are available, and all are designed and led by professional instructors to build deeper understanding and mastery of subject matter. Universal Class includes videos, assignments, quizzes, tests, and options for social media interaction with other learners. Patrons may take multiple classes and learn at their own pace. Log into Universal Class with your library card through the link on our eResources page or through HomeAcess.

Buy at AmazonSmile to Help Support Your Library

If you order through AmazonSmile and select LaGrange Association Library as your charitable organization, the Library will receive 0.5% of your total purchase amount from the Amazon Foundation. AmazonSmile is the same Amazon you know: same products, same prices, same service,so please consider shopping at smile.amazon.com and choosing the Library. It’s a small, simple gesture, but means so much! Many thanks for all of your continued support.

Passport Services

We offer passport services for new applications and photos during convenient service hours. Click here for complete information.

Passport services are by appointment only and can be scheduled using our Passport Appointment Calendar. It is mandatory to have one appointment per applicant.

PayPal donations will not be recorded as "anonymous" unless the donor instructs the Library otherwise.

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Last updated on March 30, 2020