Powers
Library
"A part of the past, a part of the Future"
Moravia, New York
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"A part of the past, a part of the Future"Moravia, New York
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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. 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.
Fillmore Glen, Fillmore Glen State Park, Moravia.
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Preschool Story Hour & Craft Time Beginning Friday, October 2nd @ 10:00 AM
Wednesday, October 21st at Powers Library HALLOWEEN POETRY READING Reading of Original Works by James Delaney featuring "Hogarth" and "Hunters Moon" Doors Open 6:00 pm * Reading at 6:30 pm Light refreshments to be served Contact Lori Cochran at 497-1955 for more information
Finger Lakes Library System is now providing this virtual chat service that connects people with reference librarians, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Access to the service is available at www.askus247.org.
Basic Internet Use: Mini-courses at Powers Library.Stop by the library, email, or call us to be added to the list.
WelcomeWelcome 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 is to provide free access to sources of information, education, and entertainment to its extended community.
Library ProfileChartered 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 PatronsPowers 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. 2009 Holiday Schedule: Powers Library will be closed in observance of holidays on the following dates:
Inclement Weather PolicyThe 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.
DirectionsThe 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
Library Events :Wednesday, October 21st at Powers Library HALLOWEEN POETRY READING Reading of Original Works by James Delaney featuring "Hogarth" and "Hunters Moon" Doors Open 6:00 pm * Reading at 6:30 pm Light refreshments to be served Contact Lori Cochran at 497-1955 for more information
Library Programs:
Library Director
Library Staff
Powers Library AssociationAs 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 (except March) at the library. The Association annual membership meeting is held at 7:30 PM on the 4th Tuesday of January at the library.
Contact Information
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