Library Newsletter

Museum Passes

Reader Services

Seniors

Tax Forms & Assistance

Website Guides

ADULT SERVICES

Summer 2010 Programs Details on registration dates and fees to get you into the programs you love!

Events Calendar Events are listed day-by day, to make sure you don't miss a thing!

New & Noteworthy Now includes tips on upcoming author appearances, book reviews and bestsellers!

CALLING ALL SENIORS (50+)!! 2009 Senior Fair The Nassau Library System hosts and directs the Senior Connections program as a service to all county library patrons. Come in and consult our knowledgeable Senior Connections Representative, Mary Eide. She can provide answers, advice and referrals to solve your problems. Our volunteer will be available: Returning in the Fall

DEFENSIVE DRIVING CLASSES For all classes, each participant must bring his/her driver's license and checkbook when registering and attend all parts of the course to receive credit. Classes are held on the lower level in the Community Room and begin promptly. Check here for Upcoming Classes AARP DRIVER SAFETY CLASSES: Drivers 50 and older may sign up for one of the two AARP Refresher Courses given by Mr. Charles Hlavenka. Please note that the cost of the AARP class is $14 for non-members of AARP, or those without their AARP membership card. Participants must present their AARP membership card at the time of registration to get the discounted fee of $12. (Couples must make out individual checks payable to AARP--No Cash accepted.) DEFENSIVE DRIVING FOR ALL AGES: Instructor Mr. William Feeley will teach a Defensive Driving class for all ages. A $40 check, payable to Defensive Driving Program, Inc. is due at registration.

TAX ASSISTANCE!! AARP TAX-AIDE PROGRAM During tax season, the library assists low income Senior Citizens in preparing simple tax returns. Priority will be give to those ages 60+ . Tax help is only available to West Hempstead residents. Registration is required and begins on Thursday, January 7, 2010 until all spots are filled.. Call 481-6591 for an appointment. Appointments are necessary. We will be taking reservations in 1 hour blocks. This procedure allows for an orderly process, without excess wait times. You must be on time for your appointment. In 2010, aides were available on Thursdays, beginning February 4 to April 15, from 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. TAX FORMS AND PUBLICATIONS A limited supply of tax forms and publications are currently available in the kiosk and in a cart near the foot of the grand stairway in the main library. Additional forms are available online and may be downloaded at home or in the library. FEDERAL TAXES - Internal Revenue Service www.irs.gov NEW YORK STATE - Department of Taxation and Finance www.tax.state.ny.us General Information General Information Forms and Publications Forms and Instruction E-File Information E-File Information Free-File Online Tax Center Taxpayer Assistance Centers 107 Charles Lindberg Blvd Garden City, NY 11530 (516) 683-5169 Contact Information (No Walk-in Offices) Telephone Numbers 8-5 pm

MUSEUM PASSES            The purpose of our Museum Pass Program is to help make museum experiences accessible to our West Hempstead patrons.  This year, we have reinstituted the Museum Lottery system for our free tickets to the NY Hall of Science in addition to the Family Pass program for the museums that have provided the Library with Passes that may be borrowed and returned, similar to a book.             Only West Hempstead Library cardholders (age 18 or older) who are in good standing may request these passes.  Residents of the district who do not presently own a library card need to apply for one in order to participate in this valuable program that offers free entry to a variety of metropolitan cultural institutions.             We are now lending the passes for three (3) days over the weekend and for two (2) days on weekdays. Come to the Reference Desk to learn more about our Museum Pass program.

SERVICES FOR READERS Browsed our latest book suggestions?

Book Chat Archive Check the Book Chat Archive to see what we have read recently or have scheduled so far for next year. Let us know what suggestions you may have for upcoming discussions. We welcome your recommendations and reviews!

Its that time of year again! Participate in our ADULT SUMMER READING PROGRAM Share your book reviews and win a prize! Open to adults 18 years and older.

	Our NEXTREADS Service sends you Book suggestions by email, customized to your interests.
We add our upcoming library events to the monthly NextReads book lists, so anyone who subscribes to NextReads gets reminders about our special programs and events. For more information call 481-6591 or email our Reader Services Librarian

E-Books and Audio-Books!

The West Hempstead Public Library is proud to be part of the Nassau Digital Doorway (NDD) service which provides online access to best-selling and classic audiobooks for your listening pleasure and to our newest offering - eBooks. EPUB eBooks are digital versions of print books that have been optimized for on-screen reading on your computer or laptop.
Download and listen to content from your home computer, transfer the digital media to your compatible MP3 player, or burn them onto a CD (when allowed by the publisher). Patrons may check out up to five titles at a time, and at the end of the seven day lending period, the downloaded media will expire from the PC and automatically be returned to the digital collection, so you never have to worry about late fees.

Website Guides and Directories Compiled by our WH Librarians
West Hempstead Community Directory Updated for 2009	Lists local organizations in the West Hempstead community, with addresses, phone numbers and websites. (Big File-Wait for it to Load)
Employment Lists websites for help when seeking employment.	In the library, ask at the Reference Desk for the The Chief (a weekly newspaper) and our listings of Nassau County and other civil service jobs. We also have WinWay Software on our computers to help you prepare and send your resume.
Finance Lists websites covering finance and investing.	Financial publications that may be borrowed include: Forbes, Fortune, Kiplinger's Personal Finance, Money, Smart Money. Ask at the Reference Desk for current issues of the Wall Street Journal and Barron's.
Genealogy Lists websites to help you trace your family tree.	Don't forget our databases to use from home (HeritageQuest) or in the library (Ancestry.com). West Hempstead patrons may also "book-a-librarian" for a one-on-one session to learn how to use these valuable research tools.
Hotlines Lists valuable phone numbers.	Organizations to call when help is needed.
Medical Lists recommended health and medical websites.	Reliable sources on the web for researching health issues. Check our online databases for both traditional and alternative medicine information.
Seniors Lists books and websites for 50+	These guides for healthy aging include government documents and websites, and suggestions for a happy and successful retirement.

Last Update: 07/28/2010