The staff of the Palisades Library congratulates our Summer Reading Winners:
Many thanks to the Friends of the Palisades Library for their support.
Join us Monday, Oct. 15 at 1:30 p.m. to discuss the book, Reading Lolita In Tehran by Azar Nafisi
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Join us to view the film Pride and Prejudice on Thursday, Nov. 8 at 4 p.m.
Nominated for four Academy Awards, including Best Actress for Keira Knightley as Elizabeth Bennet and Matthew Macfadyen as Mr. Darcy.
The Palisades Neighborhood Library suited up with light sabers and the Force to welcome the release of another Origami Yoda book. Penned by Tom Angleberger, this highly acclaimed series has captivated origami and star wars enthusiasts alike. So for the latest release, The Secret of The Fortune Wookie, Palisades Library celebrated with a Star Wars Extravaganza.
Palisades Library is pleased to welcome Dr. Diane Post, President of the Rachel Carson Council who will speak on Monday, Sept. 10 at 1:30 p.m. in tribute to the 50th anniversary of Rachel Carson's classic book, Silent Spring. This book is credited with launching the environment movement.
The Rachel Carson Council is devoted to providing the public with information about the use of pesticides and protecting the integrity of the environment.
Dr. Post will bring a fresh view on the author and her legacy in America today.
Step back in time to 1947, when Evie is faced with a classic film noir dilemma: The choice of loyalty to her parents or the man she loves. This spellbinding whodunit by Judy Blundell will keep you riveted.
Join us in discussing What I Saw and How I Lied on Wednesday, Aug. 29 at 3:30 p.m.
Enjoy cool teas and pastries.
Join us in discussing Kenneth Oppel's book This Dark Endeavor a prequel to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.
The meeting is on a different day, Thursday, but at the same time -- 4 p.m.
Refreshments will be served.
Join us on Monday, Sept. 10 at 1:30 p.m. for a discussion of the book and film Silent Spring and ecological issues.
Rachel Carson was a government biologist when she first noted the negative effects of pesticides and herbicides in the early 1960s. The private sector ignored and attacked her for her work. Yet she persevered, enlightening the world to the harmful effects that unregulated use of such chemicals have on our environment.
We look forward to your participation in what should be an interesting and informative program.
Join us in discussing Kenneth Oppel's book The Dark Endeavor, a prequel to Mary Shelley's Frankenstein.
The meeting is on Thursday, Aug. 23 at 4 p.m.
Refreshments will be served.
Please join us Tuesday, Aug. 21 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss the book I, Alex Cross by James Patterson.
