Library Phone Services continue while our building is closed.
If you have any questions please call our staff! Our phone services are available Monday – Friday, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
- Circulation: 845-352-5700 ext 250
- Youth Service Department: 845-352-5700 ext 237
- Adult Services:845-352-5700 ext 244
- LIBRARY HOURS
Window Pickup Hours
9:30 AM - 6:30 PM
The Building Will Be Closed to the Public
Until Further Notice
Phone Service Hours
10:00 AM - 6:00 PM / Monday - Friday
- 24 Chestnut Street, Spring Valley, New York 10977
Instructions for Window Pickup
- 1. Place a hold either through the catalog or by calling Adult Services/Reference for adult materials at ext. 244 or Youth Services at ext 237 for children's and teen materials.
- 2. Wait until you get a call from Circulation Staff to schedule an appointment for Window Pickup.
- 3. Adhere to your appointment time.
Keeping Our Community Safe
- Once materials are returned, we will quarantine them for 3 days. The materials may remain on your account longer pending library closures and when the whole bin is moved into quarantine. Items from the off site book drops will be checked in the following Saturday. All items will be checked in without fines throughout August, with the possibility to extend.
Returning Your Library Materials
- Look for an OPEN sign on any book drop. There is a mail slot on the wall next to the main entrance to place books as well. Book drops at Wesley Hills Village Hall, Eugene Levy Memorial Park, and Hillcrest Shopping Center are only open on Saturdays and Sundays.
- WARNING : DO NOT LEAVE ANY LIBRARY MATERIALS OUTSIDE THE DROP BOXES.
- Any material that is stolen or damaged by the elements because they were left outside a drop box will be charged to the borrowing patron. If the box is full, please hold on to your materials and return again another time. ALL ITEMS WILL BE CHECKED IN WITHOUT FINES THROUGHOUT AUGUST, WITH THE POSSIBILITY TO EXTEND. Thank you.
- Please place AV material in the specific AV drop books. Dropping these materials in the same box as a book subjects it to damage. We appreciate your assistance in keeping our materials in the best possible condition. AV material include: DVDs, video games, music CDs, books on CDs, and audio book kits.
Window Pickup is 9:30 am - 6:30 p.m, Monday to Thursday. 9:30 am - 5:30 pm on Friday, 1:30-4:30 pm on Saturday and Sunday
The window is just left of the main entrance. Patrons should only approach public services desk when directed to come forward.
There will be lines on the ground, signage, and security available to help navigate this new and temporary procedure.
If you miss your appointment call, you have 3 business days to call back.
*We are working as quickly as we can to process holds and call to schedule appointments.
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we strive to create a safe environment for all.
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Applying Online for a Library Card
- Finkelstein Memorial Library is proud to introduce our online library card application process. Please use the link to fill out your information. You will receive an email with your library card number from fmlcirc@rcls.org
- This card is currently good for some databases and downloadable platforms offered by Finkelstein Memorial Library and Ramapo Catskill Library System. Hoopla and Freading are not currently offered with this temporary account. You will not be able to check out physical materials when we reopen until you obtain your physical card.
- Please claim your physical card when the Library reopens, no later than October 1, 2020. You will need to present photo ID and proof of residence to receive your card. Please see our website for a full list and check back for updates. On the possibility the library opens after August 1, the October 1 date will be pushed back to 2 months after the library opened. All cards not picked up by that date will be deactivated.
Virtual Programs
Instructor: Carolyn Iannone, RYT-200
Tuesdays - July 14, 21, 28 / August 4
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Yoga is the union of breathing and mindful movement known to strengthen, energize, release stress and tension, and bring balance to your mind and body. All levels are welcome. Check with your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program. Zoom joining information will be communicated to the registered and it cannot be shared with others. Recording is strictly prohibited. Please enter 10 minutes prior. Class will be Closed and Locked punctually at the start hour.
Starts July 13th & ends August 19th
Mondays & Wednesdays
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
(Books, if available, will not exceed $33.00)
For more information contact
Ana Díaz (845)-825-6141
Gricelda Serrano (845)-323-3665
Starts July 14th & ends August 20th
Tuesdays & Thursday
6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
(Books, if available, will not exceed $33.00)
For more information contact
Ana Díaz (845)-825-6141
Gricelda Serrano (845)-323-3665
Wednesday, July 29; 7:00-8:00 PM
Presenter: Kevin Woyce is an author, photographer, and lecturer, specializing in regional American history.
Join Kevin for a tour of the Hudson River's lighthouses, past and present -- from the long lost lights at Coxsackie and Stuyvesant to New York City's beloved "Little Red Lighthouse." Discover how and why these lighthouses were built, and hear the stories of the brave men and women who kept them shining. The program is illustrated with his original photographs of Hudson River lighthouses and landmarks, plus vintage images of historic people, places, and events. Q&A will follow the presentation.
Background Photo: Sleepy Hollow / Tarrytown Lighthouse (from Kingsland Point Park) Taken By Kevin Woyce
Presenter: Dr.Vidich
Wednesday, July 15
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Life is full of anxieties and stress, now perhaps more than ever before. Come to this workshop to learn how you can calm your body and mind by sitting in meditation. Find a place of happiness and peace within ourselves to reduce our anxiety, and fortify against the stresses of life. Please join Dr. Andrew Vidich, long time meditator for this informative lecture. There will even be a chance to meditate.
Licensed instructor: Nicole Russodivito
Thursdays / July 16, 23, 30 / August 6
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Participants should be capable of moderate aerobic exercise. Check with your healthcare provider before beginning any exercise program. Wear sneakers, have a water bottle and towel
Summer Reading Has Begun!
I Can Make a Difference Manual
Our Head of Youth Services shares a special message with the community, about the new “I Can Make a Difference Manual” (the Library’s social justice/anti-racism guide for kids and teens) coming soon, followed by highlighting some fantastic books for kids and teens by black authors.
Kids & Teens Stuck Inside Guide
Check out our Kids and Teens stuck inside guide by our Youth Service Department! Click the button below and check out our youtube channel!
Check Out Our Online Services
Kanopy
Kanopy is the best video streaming service for quality, thoughtful entertainment. Find movies, documentaries, foreign films, classic cinema, independent films and educational videos that inspire, enrich and entertain. Kanopy partners with public libraries and universities to bring you an ad-free experience that can be enjoyed on your TV, mobile phone, tablets and online.
Acorn TV
Acorn TV brings world-class mysteries, dramas, and comedies from Britain and beyond to library patrons through a streaming video service to any Web-connected device. Browse Acorn TV's shows below, click on a show to learn more, and use the checkout button on any show page to get full access to all of Acorn TV's selections.
RB Digital
RBdigital brings thousands of exclusive Recorded Books audiobook titles, as well as streaming educational and entertainment video content from all major publishers together — all in one mobile app.
Freading
Freading is an eBook provider available to Finkelsetin library users. With thousands of books available through this resource, Freading greatly expands your digital reading options. And the best part is that all titles on Freading are always available, which means no holds and no waiting lists.
Hoopla
HOOPLA is a free digital service that allows you to check out movies, music and audio books from a collection of hundreds of thousands of titles, with NO WAITING. That’s right! No holds or overdue fines, just instant access. (Finkelstein Library cardholders only)
OverDrive
A large selection of e-books, e-magazines, audiobooks, music and video for use with a wide variety of portable devices, PCs and Macs available to Finkelstein patrons.
