Edgar Award Nominees

Mystery Writers of America announced the nominees for the 2012 Edgar Allan Poe Awards, honoring the best in mystery fiction, nonfiction, and television published or produced in 2011.

Mystery Writers of America announced the nominees for the 2012 Edgar Allan Poe Awards, honoring the best in mystery fiction, nonfiction, and television published or produced in 2011.

BEST NOVEL

The Ranger by Ace Atkins

Gone by Mo Hayder

The Devotion of Suspect X by Keigo Higashino

1222 by Anne Holt

Field Gray by Philip Kerr

BEST FIRST NOVEL

Red on Red by Edward Conlon

Last to Fold by David Duffy

All Cry Chaos by Leonard Rosen

Bent Road by Lori Roy

Purgatory Chasm by Steve Ulfelder

BEST PAPERBACK ORIGINAL

The Company Man by Robert Jackson Bennett

The Faces of Angels by Lucretia Grindle

The Dog Sox by Russell Hill

Death of the Mantis by Michael Stanley

Vienna Twilight by Frank Tallis

BEST FACT CRIME

The Murder of the Century: The Gilded Age Crime That Scandalized a City and Sparked the Tabloid Wars by Paul Collins

The Savage City: Race, Murder, and a Generation on the Edge by T.J. English

Destiny of the Republic: A Tale of Madness, Medicine and the Murder of a President by Candice Millard

Girl, Wanted: The Chase for Sarah Pender by Steve Miller

The Man in the Rockefeller Suit: The Astonishing Rise and Spectacular Fall of a Serial Imposter by Mark Seal

MARY HIGGINS CLARK AWARD

Now You See Me by S.J. Bolton

Come and Find Me by Hallie Ephron

Death on Tour by Janice Hamrick

Learning to Swim by Sara J. Henry

Murder Most Persuasive by Tracy Kiely

NPR 10 Best Novels of 2011

Another year-end “best” list! NPR’s 10 Best Novels of 2011:

Another year-end “best” list! NPR’s 10 Best Novels of 2011:

Swamplandia! by Karen Russell

Open City by Teju Cole

The Submission by Amy Waldman

The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach

The Illumination by Kevin Brockmeier

The Leftovers by Tom Perrotta

The Marriage Plot by Jeffrey Eugenides

State of Wonder by Ann Patchett

Train Dreams by Denis Johnson

The Pale King: An Unfinished Novel by David Foster Wallace

Letter from the Director

Dear Residents,
February 1, 2012, will mark my 13th anniversary as your Library Director. There have been many changes in our world, country, community, and library. Through this passage of time, there has been one constant: a trust between us. You trust your librarians to provide you access to the very best resources in traditional print or virtual formats. The challenge to serve all age groups during this period of swift technological innovations strains our budget, but your librarians are listening to your needs and working each day to anticipate the next “big” thing.

Dear Residents,
February 1, 2012, will mark my 13th anniversary as your Library Director. There have been many changes in our world, country, community, and library. Through this passage of time, there has been one constant: a trust between us. You trust your librarians to provide you access to the very best resources in traditional print or virtual formats. The challenge to serve all age groups during this period of swift technological innovations strains our budget, but your librarians are listening to your needs and working each day to anticipate the next “big” thing.

We have increased the eBooks budget based upon the growing popularity of eReaders. We maintain a free WiFi connection to make the use of iPads, laptops, and other portable devices easy and convenient. We have expanded our programs for preschoolers to teens based upon demand, and continue our cooperative relationship with Cold Spring Harbor School District faculty in order to offer the very best to our students. We offer free homework help through our website, along with access to trustworthy indexes and full-text sources 24/7 so your students can reach for an A+ with convenience and confidence.

Recently, a parent called to ask about our borrowing rules. Specifically, this parent questioned how his child was able to borrow a particular movie from the library. My reply was direct. The library places no restrictions on what a person borrows. The staff of the library cannot act as a parent or guardian. This process complies with the Library Bill of Rights and is a long-standing borrowing procedure at the library.

The July 16, 2011, celebration of the library’s 125th anniversary seems long ago, but the campaign to raise $125,000 for the Building Maintenance Fund continues. To date, contributions exceed $62,000. In the January/February 2012 issue of the newsletter, there is a contribution envelope from the Library Friends Foundation. Please consider a donation to this fund, which will enable the foundation to fulfill its mission to your library.

We continue our relationship with the John W. Engeman Theater at Northport, and have arranged a special performance on Wednesday, March 7, of The Sunshine Boys. We have reserved a limited number of seats for the evening, with a complimentary light dinner, cocktail, and ticket to the show for $75 per person. Pick up a ticket order form at the library.

Finally, some very good news. Many have been concerned about all the construction, which never seemed to end. Just as we took occupancy in August 2006, a serious flaw with the porches was discovered. Working with the library’s architect, and an excellent crew of masons and waterproofers, the issues have been successfully resolved. Be assured, no tax dollars were spent on these necessary repairs.

On Tuesday, April 3, we will conduct our annual Budget Vote and Trustee Election. For details about serving as an elected trustee, please call my office at (631) 692-6820 to schedule an appointment. Petitions for interested candidates will be available at the library beginning Monday, February 6.

Hope to see you soon!

New York Times Notable Crime Books of 2011

Enjoy reading mysteries? Try one of the New York Times Notable Crime Books of 2011.

Enjoy reading mysteries? Try one of the New York Times Notable Crime Books of 2011.

The Snowman by Jo Nesbo

Stagestruck by Peter Lovesey

The Troubled Man by Henning Mankell

The Cut by George Pelecanos

Triple Crossing by Sebastian Rotella

A Trick of the Light by Louise Penny

Shock Wave by John Sandford

So Much Pretty by Cara Hoffman

Bent Road by Lori Roy

The End of the Wasp Season by Denise Mina

The Boy in the Suitcase by Lene Kaaberbol & Agnete Friis

The Killer is Dying by James Sallis

The Adjustment by Scott Phillps

The Cypress House by Michael Koryta

The Ridge by Michael Koryta

Field Gray by Philip Kerr

Potsdam Station by David Downing

Heartstone by C.J. Sansom

The Fifth Witness by Michael Connelly

Feast Day of Fools by James Lee Burke

The Informant by Thomas Perry

V is for Vengeance by Sue Grafton

A Drop of the Hard Stuff by Lawrence Block

New York Times 10 Best Books of 2011

The 10 Best Books of 2011, chosen by the New York Times from their annual list of 100 Notable Books.

The 10 Best Books of 2011, chosen by the New York Times from their annual list of 100 Notable Books.

FICTION

The Art of Fielding by Chad Harbach

11/22/63: A Novel by Stephen King

Swamplandia! by Karen Russell

Ten Thousand Saints by Eleanor Henderson

The Tiger’s Wife by Tea Obreht

NONFICTION

Arguably: Essays by Christopher Hitchens

The Boy in the Moon: A Father’s Journey to Understand His Extraordinary Son by Ian Brown

Malcolm X: A Life of Reinvention by Manning Marable

Thinking, Fast and Slow by Daniel Kahneman

A World on Fire: Britain’s Crucial Role in the American Civil War by Amanda Foreman

New Cookbooks

Browse our cookbook collection and find new recipes to try this holiday season!

Browse our cookbook collection and find new recipes to try this holiday season! Recently added titles include:

Bobby Flay’s Bar Americain Cookbook: Celebrate America’s Great Flavors by Bobby Flay

Cooking in the Moment: A Year of Seasonal Recipes by Andrea Reusing

Green Market Baking Book: 100 Delicious Recipes for Naturally Sweet and Savory Treats by Laura C. Martin

Michael’s Genuine Food: Down-to-Earth Cooking for People Who Love to Eat by Michael Schwartz

You Can Trust a Skinny Cook by Allison Fishman

 

 

See what else is New to Our Collection.

Letter from the Director

Dear Residents,
As the year’s end approaches, we look back upon 2011 with pride and joy. Pride in our community for recognizing our personal and educational value, and joy in seeing members of all ages using our programs and services in ever-increasing numbers. In August, we celebrated the first anniversary of the free eBook program. Today, that program boasts hundreds of users borrowing titles to read on devices including iPads, eReaders, and now, Kindles! If you are curious about this program, request a personal lesson from any librarian or visit www.cshlibrary.org and click on Download Books & Media.

Dear Residents,
As the year’s end approaches, we look back upon 2011 with pride and joy. Pride in our community for recognizing our personal and educational value, and joy in seeing members of all ages using our programs and services in ever-increasing numbers. In August, we celebrated the first anniversary of the free eBook program. Today, that program boasts hundreds of users borrowing titles to read on devices including iPads, eReaders, and now, Kindles! If you are curious about this program, request a personal lesson from any librarian or visit www.cshlibrary.org and click on Download Books & Media.

In November and December, your public library welcomes a museum exhibition, Over the Top: American Posters from World War I. “Designed to rally Americans to the cause, they [posters] employed bold graphics, strong imagery, and concise commands to inspire a sense of nationalism and pride.” This exhibit is a gift to us from Thomas Pulling, whose grandfather was the Assistant Secretary of the Treasury during WWI and commissioned the artist. Meet Mr. Pulling at the exhibit opening on Sunday, November 6. A series of programs based upon this exhibit is listed on page 5 of the November/December newsletter. This exhibit and program schedule were developed by librarian, Linda Swanson. Linda approached our local schoolteachers in art, music, history, and literature to augment their curriculum. The result is a stimulating schedule of events for all ages.

Plan to attend a very special concert on Sunday, November 20, with pianist and resident Betty Caserta. Mrs. Caserta is well-known in the region for her style at the piano. She is donating her time and talent for this Cold Spring Harbor Library Friends Foundation benefit concert.

This summer I received an interesting email from a member asking if a sculpture could be installed at the library. Following our Public Art Policy, and thanks to the generosity of the Talve Family who commissioned the piece over forty years ago, arrangements were made for the delivery and installation of Three Condors by George Gach (1909-1996). Look for a dedication ceremony in April 2012.

We have much to celebrate in our community and at your library.
Best wishes for a happy and healthy New Year!

Scary Movies for Halloween

Celebrate Halloween with a scary movie from the library!

Celebrate Halloween with a scary movie from the library!


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The Amityville Horror

The Birds

The Blair Witch Project

Carrie

The Collector

The Crazies

Dawn of the Dead

The Exorcist

Eyes Without a Face

The Grudge

The Hills Have Eyes

Insidious

Jaws

Magic

Mirrors

The Mist

The Omen

Paranormal Activity

Ringu

The Strangers

The Uninvited

Vacancy

Vampyr

White Noise

And, some Frightening Reads.