Tammy Ruggeri
By Tammy Ruggeri
We chose 64 titles from our collection that had the highest circulation numbers in 2023. For 6 weeks, you will have the opportunity to vote for the books you think are most deserving of the title March Madness Champion. Starting March 5, visit our Instagram or Facebook page to cast your votes and decide which titles advance to the next round. Winners will be posted each Monday on our social media pages and website.
Tune in and vote just for fun or make it competitive by filling out a Prediction Bracket! Prediction Brackets can be picked up at the Library or downloaded on the library’s website. The person who most correctly predicts the bracket outcome will win a prize! Return your prediction bracket by Sunday March 3rd.
Macramé Oil Diffuser Charm Wednesday, March 13, 6:30 p.m.
Join us at the Library, Wednesday, March 20 at 6:30 p.m. to craft a hanging ornament out of wood and cord, which makes a lovely oil diffuser. This craft session will be in-person in the community room. Registration is required, spaces are limited.
The New York State Citizen Preparedness Workshop Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m.
*Registration is now open through the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ website. Please follow the link to register: Citizen Preparedness Training - Marlboro Free Library - 3/21/2024 Survey (surveymonkey.com)
With severe weather events becoming more frequent and extreme, it is crucial that area residents are well-prepared to face these disasters. Designed by the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (DHSES) and the New York State National Guard, this essential workshop aims to equip residents with the knowledge and tools they need to effectively prepare for severe weather events and other emergencies, respond appropriately in crisis situations, and recover swiftly. Additional topics covered will include family emergency planning and essential emergency supplies.
Registration is required, as materials will be distributed (one per family). Registration will open on January 22 through the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services’ website.
School News and Events
Students Empowering Equality will be hosting its third annual Black History Month Jamboree on Wednesday February 28, beginning at 5 p.m. The event will be held in the Marlboro High School cafeteria and will feature African drummers and dancers, poetry, refreshments, and more. Don’t miss it!
The MHS Drama Club will be presenting “Mean Girls: High School Version” in the MHS auditorium at 7 p.m. on March 14-16. There will also be a matinee performance on March 16 at 2 p.m. Please note that the show is rated PG-13 and suggested for ages 13 and up. Purchase tickets in advance at bit.ly/3w3gMXG.
On Thursday, March 14, the Marlboro-Milton Lions Club will be hosting a St. Patrick’s for senior’s luncheon sponsored by the Town of Marlborough. The lunch will include Corn Beef, cabbage, potatoes, carrots, Irish soda bread, and a festive dessert. For members of the Marlborough Seniors group, the luncheon will start at 12 p.m., in the lower hall of the Presbyterian Church, please contact President Annette at 929-459-3292 or sign up at the meeting to reserve your lunch. Pickup and delivery will be available for all other seniors of the town of Marlborough, you must pre-order by calling Pete Yeaple at 845-236-4653 or Pete Lyons @ 845-795-2197. When you leave a message please give your name, address, phone number, how many meals, and if you are picking up or need delivery. Pickup will be between 1:30 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Marlboro. Cutoff date to sign up for lunch is Friday, March 8! Happy St. Patrick’s Day!
Every Friday evening during Lent there will be Stations of the Cross at 7 p.m. in St. Mary’s Church with Benediction following.
Weekly Recipe
Just Like Starbucks Lemon Poppy Seed Loaf -Bella Bucchiotti
INGREDIENTS
2 Cups flour
1 Cup sugar
3/4 Cup unsalted butter
2 Teaspoon baking powder
1/4 Teaspoon baking soda
1/3 Teaspoon salt
3 eggs
1/4 Cup lemon juice
Zest from 1 lemon
3/4 Cup butter milk
1 Teaspoon vanilla
2 Tablespoon poppy seeds
ICING
1 Cup icing sugar
1 Tablespoon lemon juice fresh
2 Tablespoon milk or more if needed
INSTRUCTIONS
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a 9x5-inch loaf pan.
In a medium bowl, combine the flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt. Set these dry ingredients aside.
In a large bowl, cream the butter and sugar together using an electric mixer at medium-high speed. Beat until pale and fluffy, about 3 minutes.
Add the eggs, one at a time. Beat in the vanilla extract, lemon zest, and lemon juice. Beat the wet ingredients until incorporated.
Add one-third of the flour mixture and mix until almost combined, then add half the buttermilk and mix until just combined. Repeat with another third of the flour mixture and then the last half of the buttermilk, ending with the last third of the flour. Beat until just combined.
Add poppy seeds.
Pour the batter into the pan. Bake for 45 to 60 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the cake comes out clean.
When the cake is done, let cool for 10 minutes in the pan. Carefully transfer the cake to a cooling rack. Allow cake to cool completely.
For the icing, whisk the ingredients together until smooth. The icing should be thick and not too runny. Drizzle over cake.
Ongoing/Events Reminders
Marlboro-Milton Senior Trip March 26th Cost $76 Botanical Gardens Bronx Tour 10:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. Lunch at Mario’s Restaurant at 2 p.m. (choices to be called in 2 weeks prior) Please contact Lorraine Palermo, Trip Coordinator at 845-591-8851 to sign up.
Happy Birthday: Lenore Giansante, Jaque Cikovsky, Kelly Ferguson, Jacob Gattuso, Eleanor Zellner.
As always, with any events, announcements recipes or pictures you want to share email me: Telltammy123@gmail.com or call 845-430-4394.