Powers Library

"A part of the past, a part of the Future"

Moravia, New York

Dr. Cyrus Powers, physician, Civil War surgeon, world traveler and community leader.  His personal library was the basis for the Powers Library collection.

Abigail Powers Fillmore, wife of President Millard Fillmore and aunt of Dr. Cyrus Powers, is perhaps best remembered for starting the first library in the White House. Apparently, this former school teacher considered the absence of books in the Executive Mansion to be a grave omission. She preferred reading to almost any other activity.

President Millard Fillmore

Fillmore Glen, Fillmore Glen State Park, Moravia.

Moravia Central School

Lori Cochran appointed Powers library Director effective July 7th.               See Library Director below.

Powers Library Annual Book Sale August 7th, 8th & 9th at the Library.     Now accepting book donations.  Please bring inside to the circulation desk.

Kids!!! Catch the Reading Bug at the Powers Library Summer Reading Program!!! 4 Fridays in July & August!!!  Sign up now at the Library!!!

Welcome

Welcome to Powers Library online. We invite you to explore our website, discover more about Powers Library, and learn how we may serve you. 

Mission

The Mission of Powers Library, Moravia, NY, is to provide free access to sources of information, education, and entertainment to its extended community.

Library Profile

Chartered by New York State to provide library services to the community, Powers Library was established in 1880 as a legacy of Dr. Cyrus Powers.  Powers library is reputed to be the oldest continuously occupied Free Association Library building in New York State.  We are a  charter member of the Finger Lakes Library System. 

The Preservation League of New York State selected the Powers Library to receive its prestigious Excellence in Preservation Award for 2005 for its renovation of and addition to the library. This statewide awards program recognizes individuals and organizations for demonstrating an outstanding commitment to the preservation of New York State's irreplaceable architectural heritage.  

Library Policies for Patrons 

Powers Library Policy for Patron Wireless Access (Click here to view) .

Who May Use the Library : Loan Periods : Fines : Copier/FAX : Computer/Internet Use (Click here to view).

Library Hours

Holiday Schedule

Powers Library policy is to follow the lead of the Finger Lakes Library System and to close when the System offices are closed. Deliveries and assistance are not available on those days.

Occasionally our Saturday hours are also affected by holiday closures, either when the holiday falls on a Saturday or when it affects the entire weekend.

Grace periods for returning books will always be in effect over holiday closures.

For the remainder of 2008  Powers Library will be closed in observance of holidays on the following dates:   

 Inclement Weather Policy

The library may close down unexpectedly now and then due to inclement weather.  Our policy is to close down if the Moravia schools close down.  We often have to make that call late on the previous day, late at night, or very early in the morning. Once we have made the call, we will remain closed for the entire day, even if later on in the afternoon the weather improves.  This is also the policy of the Finger Lakes Library System in general.

Directions

The library is at 29 Church Street, Moravia, NY 13118.  From NY 38, turn East at the Post Office (Church Street) for 1 block on the left.  The library property is on the left at the corner of Church and Smith Streets.  The entrance to the library parking lot is on Smith Street.

Services

PowerPAC Web Catalog   Browse the catalogs of the Powers Library, the Finger Lakes Library System,  and all 32 member libraries in the Finger Lakes Library System at home or at the library.  Check status of library material and place holds or inter-library loan requests.  Renew your unexpired books online.

Inter-Library Loan  Powers Library cardholders place inter-library loan requests online at home or at the library for pickup at Powers Library.

Reference Electronic Databases  To access the databases with your library card, click on the + next to the database category to display the available databases.  To access a database click on the database name (i.e. Novelist Fiction Guide). For additional information, click on the + next to the database.  If you have problems accessing a database, or have questions, please read our Frequently Asked Questions.                                 

 

 

Events                        

Powers Library 2008 Book Sale August 7th, 8th, & 9th at the library. Now accepting book donations during library hours.  Please bring inside to circulation desk.  Do not leave at outdoor book drop.

Programs

Story Hour Friday morning at 10:00 AM.

Knitting Circle  meets seasonally, beginning in the Fall.

Library Director

Lori Cochran (effective July 7th)

The Board of Trustees of the Powers Library Association is pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs. Lori Cochran as Director of Powers Library effective July 7^th to succeed Mrs. Leslie Boba Joshi who has resigned to take another position.  Mrs. Cochran was selected from a list of well qualified candidates. 

A former Assistant and Interim Acting Director of Powers Library, Mrs. Cochran brings enthusiasm and passion to the job.  She has a knowledge of Powers Library and the library community and outreach to that community is a priority.  She will work with the, staff, volunteers, and Board to enhance the collection and programs for patrons including seniors and children.  She will actively participate in the Association’s fund raising activities.

The Association appreciates and thanks you for your continuing support of Powers Library.

Library Staff

Mary Donovan, Library Specialist

Julie Fulton, Library Clerk

Bridget Godwin, Library Technician

Lavina Kilmer, Library Clerk

John Whitaker, Custodian

Powers Library Association

As a Free Association Library, the Board of Trustees of the Powers Library Association is charged with responsibility for fiscal and personnel administration of the library as well as approval of library policies.  The Board of Trustees meets at 7:30 PM on the 3rd Tuesday of each month at the library.  The Association annual membership meeting is held at 7:30 PM on the 4th Tuesday of January at the library.

join the powers library association!

The Library invites residents of its service area (the Moravia Central School District) to join the Association. 

Benefits of membership include eligibility for:

·                    Nomination and election as a Library Trustee

·                    Holding office on the Library Board

·                    Serving on Library Committees

·                    Setting Library Policies

·                    Determining the Library’s Long-Range Plan

·                    Voting on amendments to the Library bylaws

·                    Voting on the election of Trustees and Officers

Active Association members:

·                    Support the educational mission of the library

·                    Share ideas on the procurement and disbursement of library funds

·                    Contribute to decisions about library programs and events

·                    Help to define and market the role of the library in the community

Have a say in your public library and make a difference in your community:

Join The Powers Library Association Today!

To join, submit a completed Membership Card (available at the Library) along with payment of the annual dues (currently $5).

Contact Information

Telephone

315-497-1955

FAX

315-497-3284

Postal address

P.O. Box 71, Moravia, NY 13118

Electronic mail

General Information: powerslibrary@hotmail.com

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