The American Library Association has just announced the winners of its awards for children’s and young adult literature.  For a full list of winners and honorees check the ALA press release.

Newbery Medal for most outstanding contribution to Children’s Literature: Dead End in Norvelt, by Jack Gantos

Caldecott Medal for the most distinguished American picture book for children: A Ball for Daisy, illustrated and written by Chris Raschka

The Friends of Your Home Public Library in Johnson City will hold a Book Sale on Saturday, January 21 from 9 AM to 2PM.  Most items sell for 25 cents each.

A Bag Sale will begin at Noon: buy a paper bag for $2 and fill it up!

For more information contact the library at 607-797-4816.

The library has a small assortment of New York State tax forms.  The forms can be found on the table in the front lobby.  We do not have Federal forms this year.

NY State tax forms can also be downloaded at www.tax.ny.gov

Federal forms can be downloaded from www.irs.gov/formspubs

Are you feeling bloated after you eat? Have IBS or Acid Reflux? Do you have Poor Digestion? Looking for support to help you recover?
If your Digestive System is not healthy, then you cannot be Healthy.
What: Digestive Wellness Workshop
Where: Your Home Public Library
When: January 12, 2012 at 6PM
Investment: $15
Come and join us to hear the secrets to alternative solutions to our digestive disorders without drugs or surgery. Seating is limited.  Reserve your spot now by contacting Victoria at Victoria@iEatForHealth.com or 607-744-0770.
Registration deadline is January 10, 2012

On Thursday, January 19, YHPL will host a discussion of Laurie King’s The Beekeeper’s Apprentice.
The program begins at 6:30 PM and is free and open to all.  Join us for a fun and friendly discussion of a great book.

For more information about the author, click here.

For more information about the book, click here.