Gardiner Library presents virtual writing workshop

The Gardiner Library will host a four session Writing Workshop: Prose or Memoir with writer and editor, Laurence Carr virtually via Zoom on Wednesdays beginning May 6 through May 27 from 7 to 8:30 p.m.
The course costs $50 for four sessions or $20 for a single drop-in session. Pre-register by contacting Library Director, Nicole Lane at nlane@rcls.org and the Zoom link will be emailed upon completing registration. Attendees will work in either fiction or memoir (or both). Laurence will post lectures for discussion and writers will post their work (up to 8 pages for each session) for the mentor to read and evaluate. Writing will be shared with other participants. Each session will touch upon a key component of narrative: story structure, character, and theme with handouts sent to each writer. Sessions will discuss each writer’s work and will be given the mentor’s feedback. Short writing exercises will be given to deepen each writer’s project. Writers must supply their email addresses and be able to navigate in a Zoom meeting.
Laurence Carr is a Hudson Valley writer. He taught Creative and Dramatic Writing at SUNY New Paltz for 24 years. His work has been published and produced throughout the U.S. and Europe. He is an editor with Codhill Press (Codhill.com) and is the publisher of Lightwood magazine (Lightwoodpress.com). 
For directions or further information visit gardinerlibrary.org or the library’s Facebook page.

Gardiner Library presents virtual college admissions, aid presentation

The Gardiner Library will host “College Admissions and Financial Aid” with Elizabeth Levine virtually via Zoom on Wednesday April 29 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Pre-registration for this free presentation is required by visiting https://www.signaturecollegecounseling.com/college-presentations/. The Zoom link will be emailed upon completing the online form. The presentation is geared toward parents of high school students. It aims to demystify the daunting college admissions and financial aid process and gain insight to this complex and stressful experience.
The following topics will be covered: College Search - The importance of finding the right fit; The Application Process - It’s more than just completing the application; The College Essay - Selecting the right topic; The SAT vs. the ACT - Which one to choose; How college choice will affect your bottom line; College sticker prices and what they really mean; What is Expected Family Contribution and how it will impact your bank account ; Where most of the money comes from; Real life example of a family’s financial aid picture and how this affects the decision they make; and Making the final choice.
Elizabeth Levine worked for over 25 years in corporate management and director positions. After guiding her own three children through the college search process, as well as helping others, she decided to make a career of it. She received her certification in College Admissions Counseling through UCLA, and began her practice, Signature College Counseling, over three years ago. She is a Professional Member of the Independent Educational Consultants Association (IECA) and fully enveloped in admissions counseling, bringing students and colleges together. Elizabeth’s previous talks at the library about college admissions and financial aid received rave reviews.
For directions or further information visit gardinerlibrary.org or the library’s Facebook page.

Try Rosetta Stone at home

Gardiner Library patrons are invited to access Rosetta Stone at home, just by using their library card. Choose from over 30 languages. The program includes lessons, activities, mobile apps and more.
Click the Rosetta Stone icon on the Gardiner Library homepage at gardinerlibrary.org. Gardiner Library director, Nicole Lane, can be reached at nlane@rcls.org with any questions.