Tag: Westbury Memorial Public Library
Noteworthy Debut Novels
By Cathleen Towey Merenda
It’s spring, and the publishing industry is enthusiastically introducing new authors. This year there’s an unusually large number of good first...
No Tax Increase In Library Budget
Books, programs, upgrades slated for library
Additional books, programs and a new circulation desk are all on the horizon for the Westbury Memorial Public Library....
A Lifelong Passion
Library director celebrates 15 years at the helm
When Cathleen Towey Merenda became director of the Westbury Memorial Public Library 15 years ago, there were...
The Pulse Of Politics
By Cathleen Towey Merenda
It’s been an interesting and unusual year in politics with the unexpected rise of Bernie Sanders and Donald Trump as presidential...
Kids Science Show Feb. 24
On Wednesday, Feb. 24, the interactive science storytellers otherwise known as the Sciencetellers, will be presenting a show for the Westbury Memorial Public Library....
Book A Trip To Europe
By Cathleen Towey Merenda
It’s not always possible to travel to places that intrigue us but we can always visit them through our imagination while...
Guitar Concert Jan. 17
Brooklyn-based guitarist Carlos Pavan will be performing a free recital at the Westbury Memorial Public Library on Sunday, Jan. 17 at 2:30 p.m. He...
The Best Books Of 2015
By Cathleen Towey Merenda
Because there are so many books published, it’s never easy to choose the best for the year. These titles all feature...
Figuring Things Out With Fall Books
By Cathleen Towey Merenda
Did you know that studies find that fiction readers are more empathetic than most people? Fiction develops an appreciation and understanding...
Tech Grant For Library
The Westbury Memorial Public Library was recently able to significantly upgrade their technology offerings for adults, teens and children through the funding assistance of...