Thousands of Books at the Library Book Sale
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The Friends of the Library Book Sale is in full swing. Volunteers report that over 60,000 books were donated and sales are brisk. The sale is bringing in more money this year than last, which will mean more funds for the library.
On Friday night September 11, the Friends held their preview for members and buyers were leaving with bags full of books.
The half price sale begins on Wednesday and extends through Friday with the Blow-Out Sale on Saturday and Sunday. For more information, click here:
Friends of the Library Book Sale Kicks Off on September 11
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Westchester County's premier book sale begins with a members' preview on Friday September 11 from 6 – 9 pm and is open daily through Sunday September 20 at the Scarsdale Library. *New members may join at the door that evening. Memberships begin at $25.
This popular and important fundraising event offers more than 60,000 books, from almost new to out-of-print, including bestsellers, classics, biographies, fiction, parenting, cooking, art, graphic novels, humor self-help, drama, religion, philosophy, poetry, history, political science, and business. There is also a huge selection of children's books, plus DVDs, CDs, LPs, audiobooks and sheet music. New books are added daily as space permits.
The Scarsdale Public Library is located at 54 Olmsted Road, corner of Post Rd. & Route 22, Scarsdale, NY, 10583. Phone: (914) 722-1300. Website: www.scarsdalelibrary.org.
Book Sale Daily Schedule (also available on the library's website)
Members' Preview*
Friday Sept. 11 6pm – 9:00 pm
Regular Sale
Saturday Sept. 12 9 am – 4:30 pm
Sunday Sept. 13 10 am – 4:00 pm
Monday Sept. 14 11 am – 8:00 pm
Tuesday Sept. 15 11 am – 8:00 pm
Half-Price Sale
Wednesday Sept. 16 11 am – 8:00 pm
Thursday Sept. 17 11 am – 5:00 pm
Friday Sept. 18 10 am – 4:30 pm
Blow-Out Sale
Saturday Sept. 19 9 am - 4:00 pm
Sunday Sept. 20 11am – 4:00 pm
About The Friends of Scarsdale Library
The Friends of the Scarsdale Library was formed in 1968, with the primary goal of supporting the library as it serves our community. They strive to focus public attention on the Library's services, facilities, and needs. Check out their membership page to see how you can be a part of all we do for our library.
About The Scarsdale Public Library
The Scarsdale Public Library serves a central role in the cultural and intellectual life of the Scarsdale community and encourages the joy of reading, the exploration of ideas and the pursuit of lifelong learning for children and adults. The Library offers print and electronic books, magazine, music, films, audio books and online resources; provides accurate and timely information in person, by telephone and email; and in collaboration with other local organizations, gathers and preserves local history information; presents programs that appeal to all ages and interests; and sponsors a wide variety of cultural events.
House of Sports Acquired by ASEC
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American Skating Entertainment Centers, LLC, ("ASEC") the largest independent owner/operator of ice skating and indoor sports facilities in the United States, has teamed up with Robert Martin Company and Diamond Properties to acquire the House of Sports. Constructed in 2012, the House of Sports is a 100,000 square foot, state-of-the-art indoor sports facility offering lacrosse, basketball, soccer, baseball, volleyball, camps, birthday parties, and Athletic Republic performance training.
"We are extremely excited about the opportunity to purchase this incredible sports property, accelerating our growth and demonstrating our commitment to Westchester County", stated Shane Coppola Chairman and CEO of ASEC. "House of Sports will complement our successful Westchester Skating Academy and Playland Ice facilities allowing us to continue to provide the best sports and recreation experiences for the residents of the County and the tri-state region. We will leverage our experience and reputation for outstanding customer service to transform House of Sports into the most popular and well-respected indoor sports business in the United States."
Frank Lombardy, General Manager of House of Sports, commented, "I truly believe that this is a great opportunity for our customers, coaches, employees, and partners. Under ASEC's leadership, best-in-class customer service, and operating standards, we are confident that we can take House of Sports to the next level. We will continue to offer all of our sports programming and work more proactively to attract Westchester-based youth sports organizations to our facility."
To learn more about the House of Sports, visit www.houseofsportsny.com.
Good Reads
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There's no better time to get wrapped up in a good book than the dog days of summer. It's hot, humid and no one appears to be left in town. With no meetings, no carpools and no classes, this is your chance to grab some ME time.
Here are a few books we've recently read:
The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace by Jeff Hobbs: With race relations in the headlines, here's the timely biography of a young black man who initially succeeded against all odds; triumphing over a childhood in the crime-ridden streets of Newark to an acceptance at Yale where he studied molecular biochemistry and biophysics. However, reconciling these two divergent worlds and escaping a history of poverty, drug dealing and racial conflict posed challenges proved too difficult to overcome. The NY Times Book Review said, "Is it possible to reinvent yourself, to sculpture your own destiny? That one man can contain such contradictions makes for an astonishing, tragic story. In Hobbs's hands, though, it becomes something more: an interrogation of our national creed of self-invention.... The Short and Tragic Life of Robert Peace deserves a turn in the nation's pulpit from which it can beg us to see the third world America in our midst."
Station Eleven by Emily St. John Mandel: 
What becomes of those who survive a worldwide pandemic? When electricity, gas, running water, medicine and even the Internet are lost, what's left? In this post-apocalyptic novel, the author portrays a group of itinerant musicians who roam the shores of Lake Huron in Michigan performing plays and concerts in impromptu communities. Threatened by a religious prophet and his band of followers they come upon an abandoned airport housing survivors and 'museum of civilization" housing relics of the past such as cell phones, laptops and credit cards. Ann Patchett says, "Station Eleven is so compelling, so fearlessly imagined, that I wouldn't have put it down for anything."
Circling the Sun by Paula McLain: Fans of The Paris Wife will want to read McLain's new historic novel about the life of Beryl Markham, the first woman t fly solo, from east to west, across the Atlantic. Abandoned by her mother, Markham is raised by her father in Kenya, where she learns to ride horses and became the youngest, and only female licensed horse trainer in Kenya. This historic novel traces her love affair with big-game hunter Denys Finch Hatton who 
teaches her to fly but loses his own life in a plane crash. Jodi Picoult says, "Paula McLain cements herself as the writer of historical fictional memoir with Circling the Sun, giving vivid voice to Beryl Markham, a singular, extraordinary woman. In McLain's confident hands, Markham crackles to life, and we readers truly understand what made a woman so far ahead of her time believe she had the power to soar."
Big Little Lies by Liane Moriarity: Though some would dismiss Moriarty's books as Australian chicklit, we couldn't put down this story of suburban moms in a "down under" beach town. You'll recognize the characters, even though they live a half a world away from Scarsdale. According to Amazon, "One is a great beauty married to a fabulously rich businessman; they have a "perfect" set of twins. One is the can-do mom who can put together a mean pre-school art project but can't prevent her teenage daughter from preferring her divorced dad. The third is a withdrawn, single mother who doesn't quite fit in. Right from the start--thanks to a modern "Greek chorus" that narrates the action--we know that someone is going to end up dead. The questions are who and how." Moriarity is witty, insightful and an adept storyteller. Read this one or listen to the audiotape – you'll love the accents.
A Remarkable Kindness by Diana Bletter: This newly-released novel from Diana Bletter, an American born writer who lives in Israel, tells the story of four women in a small Israeli village in wartime. Centered on the burial circle, a ritual for the dead, Bletter portrays four memorable women whose friendship sustains them as they come to terms 
with love and loss. The book is a page-turner that offers a glimpse into what it's like to live in a threatened land and how death can teach us what it means to be truly alive.
Alexander Hamilton by Ron Chernow: Before you see Hamilton on Broadway, learn all you need to know about this hotly-debated historic figure. At over 800 pages, Chernow's landmark biography is the definitive word on a man who had an extraordinary impact on both New York State and the nation. In the book, Chernow, who has won both the Pulitzer and the National Book Award, chronicles Hamilton's journey from his early years as an orphan in the Caribbean to King's College, the Constitutional Convention, Treasurer of the United States and ultimately to his untimely death. People who have seen the play say the more you know about Hamilton, the more you'll enjoy the play.
What are you reading this summer? Share ideas in the comments section below.
Chan and McPhillips Win MITL Doubles Tournament
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For the first time in the history of Scarsdale Golf Club, two young men won the MITL boys 16 and under doubles tournament.
Lucas Chan and Liam McPhillips came out tops in the tournament on Wednesday, August 5th, dominating a strong team from Mount Vernon Tennis. In a thrilling final that went back and forth throughout, Liam and Lucas prevailed in three sets, 7-5, 7-6 (7-4).
Pictured above (from left to right) with their coaches are Scarsdale Golf Club Pro Ian Longua, Lucas Chan, Liam McPhillips and Assistant Pro James McBrien.
