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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
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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
| Monday |
Tuesday |
Wednesday |
Friday |
Saturday |
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2 -
8:00
PM
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10
AM - 5 PM |
2
- 8:00 PM |
10
AM - 5 PM |
10
AM - 1 PM |
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:
| Monday, May 26th, Memorial Day |
Friday, July 4th, Independence Day |
| Monday, September 1st, Labor Day |
Monday, October 13th, Columbus Day |
| Tuesday, November 11th, Veterans Day |
Thursday, November 27th, Thanksgiving Day |
| Friday, November 28th, Day After Thanksgiving |
Thursday, December 25th, Christmas Day |
| Friday, December 26th, Day After Christmas |
Thursday, January 1st, New Years Day |
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.
Language
Instruction
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TELL ME MORE® Online
Now available from the
Electronic Database → Language Instruction
link on
www.flls.org . It is a comprehensive
language learning program that helps you
learn to read, write, comprehend, and speak
English, Dutch, French, German, & Spanish
though multimedia interactive lessons.
Requirements include: Microsoft Windows®
95/98 and up, Internet Explorer 5.0 or later
version, and headphones, speakers, and
microphone for the speech recognition
component. It is
available from home.
You must download Auralog components,
including Adobe Flash Player, available
through the Auralog Computer Test link.
You will start at this
Tell Me More page:
Patrons will have
to create a new account the first time they use
this database. The link “To
create a new account” is halfway down
the screen. Enter the patron library card number
in the username field; patrons can select a
password of their own choosing.
If you click on
the “For
solution assistance and documentation”
link at the bottom of the screen you will
access links to the following documents and
presentations. They will help patrons get
started and navigate through the language
instruction database.
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Minimum Requirements to use TeLL me More Online
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Quick Reference Guide
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Getting started document
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Internet Explorer 7 Configuration
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Useful Tools
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Instructional Presentation
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Learning Express
We have added Learning Express as one of our
electronic databases. Learning Express offers a variety of
academic and civil service tests, including SAT, GED, ASVAB,
clerical worker, police officer, firefighter, postal worker
and real estate practice tests. There are math, reading,
and writing skill-building resources for all elementary,
middle, and high school students.
Job seekers can receive help in creating a
resume and cover letter and tips on preparing for a job
interview.
Click here to learn more!
 Download Audio Books
Today!
THE FINGER LAKES LIBRARY SYSTEM
NOW OFFERS DOWNLOADABLE AUDIO BOOKS AND EBOOKS
Best-selling titles available anytime, anywhere
(Ithaca, NY) – November 12, 2007 – The Finger
Lakes Library System (FLLS) has expanded their services with the
addition of downloadable audio books and eBooks. All library
card holders within Cayuga, Cortland, Seneca,
Tioga and Tompkins are able to check out and download digital
audio books and eBooks, anytime, anywhere by visiting
http://flls.lib.overdrive.com. There are no worries about
late fees or overdue notices; the downloaded titles
automatically expire.
To check out a downloadable audio book, you need
a valid library card, personal computer, and Internet
connection. Simply go to
www.flls.org and click on the “Download Audio Books” icon or
go to your library catalog and choose the Digital Downloads tab.
You can then install the free OverDrive Media Console software
and begin browsing the collection of titles. Titles can be
checked out and downloaded to your personal computer. Once
downloaded, the audio book files can be transferred to a
portable MP3 player, and some audio books can even be burned to
CD.
“We are very excited to offer many of the same best-selling
authors that are in our physical collection in digital format,
including James Patterson, Patricia Cornwell, and even Agatha
Christie,” said Karen Creenan, FLLS Executive Director. “Our
library users have the comfort of accessing the digital
collection from anywhere, whenever they want.”
The OverDrive Media Console free software will operate on
computers running Windows 98SE and above, including Microsoft
Vista. At this time, OverDrive’s downloadable audio books
service is not compatible with Apple computers and iPods, due to
Apple’s rights management restrictions. To read eBook titles,
patrons will download the free reader software for Adobe eBooks
and Mobipocket eBooks.
The free and easy to use service is licensed by FLLS from
OverDrive, Inc. of Cleveland, Ohio.
To check out and download
audio books and eBooks, visit
http://flls.lib.overdrive.com.
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
Leslie Boba Joshi
Library Staff
Mary Donovan,
Library Specialist
Julie
Fulton, Library Clerk
Bridget Godwin,
Library Technician
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:
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Nomination and election as a Library Trustee
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Holding office on the Library Board
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Serving on Library Committees
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Setting Library Policies
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Determining the Library’s Long-Range Plan
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Voting on amendments to the Library bylaws
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Voting on the election of Trustees and Officers
Active Association members:
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Support the educational mission of the library
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Share ideas on the procurement and disbursement of library
funds
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Contribute to decisions about library programs and events
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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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