1D - This is Us - DVD Release Date: 12/17/13

Many have been anxiously awaiting the DVD release of One Direction's newest movie, This is Us. Though it won't be available until 12/17/13, you can place a reserve on it now (click here).

Just can't wait to get your hands on This is Us?
Click here to see what other 1D books or DVDs might be available for you to check out from CPL today!

Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2 - In Theatres Now!

The newest film is now playing, but have you seen the first one? Click here to reserve it from home now.

Would you like to read the original book that the movies are based on, Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs by Judi Barrett? Click here to reserve the book now.

Visit the official website for Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2 to learn more about the movie and characters or to play games and enjoy free downloads.

Lego Batman Movie Night @ CPL

Students, entering grades 1 and up are invited to join their friends for popcorn and a movie on Wednesday, August 21st from 6:00 - 7:15 pm.

The feature film for the evening will be Lego Batman: The Movie - DC Superheroes Unite.

Register online, over the phone or in person with your Comsewogue Public Library card.

Happy Independence Day!

Would you like to know more about why we celebrate the 4th of July each year? Borrow a DVD from the Liberty's Kids series and learn about the history of our nation's independence. Click here to view what's available in the county and place a reserve.

Go to the Movies for a Dollar!

Have you read Mr. Popper's Penguins, Diary of a Wimpy Kid: Dog Days, or Dr Seuss' The Lorax? How would you like to see each of these movies in the theatre for only a dollar?!

Beginning June 25th, Regal Cinemas in Deerpark will be showing $1 movies for kids on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 10am. Click here for complete details.

Can't make it to the theatre, stop by the library and select a movie from our large collection of children's DVD's. Or, click here to search our catalog and reserve a DVD now.

If You Liked the Wizard of Oz...

Check out these other books about strange, yet wonderful imaginary worlds filled with remarkable characters and creatures... (Click on the book title to read a description from the library's online catalog)

The Search for WondLa by Tony DiTerlizzi
The Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
The Storm in the Barn by Matt Phelan

"Toto, I have a feeling we are not in Kansas anymore."

~from The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Frank L. Baum

Oz The Great and Powerful - In Theatres Now!

When a carnival magician is swept away to an enchanted land, no one is quite sure if he is the one they've been waiting for. Oscar Diggs (aka Oz) must quickly decide if he will become a good man or a great wizard! The new movie is based on books about the Land of Oz by Frank L. Baum.  So, see the movie and read the books to decide for yourself if Oz truly is a wonderful wizard!

Click here to learn all about the movie characters, download movie images, play games and more at Disney's official website for Oz the Great and Powerful.

Click here to browse the library's online catalog and find books like The Wizard of Oz,  The Land of Oz, The Magic of Oz, and others written by Frank L. Baum.

Rise of the Guardians - In Theatres Now!

This book-to-movie animated film is based on the new children's book series The Guardians. The Guardians consist of the likes of Santa Claus, the Tooth Fairy, the Easter Bunny and a few others you may know.  Each Guardian has taken an oath to protect the children of Earth from the wiles of the Great Nightmare King. 

Click here to reserve book one in the series and learn how daredevil swordsman Nicholas St. North battles against the Great Nightmare King before he becomes known as Santa.

Dog Days - In Theatres Now!

The newest Diary of a Wimpy Kid movie, Dog Days is now playing in theatres everywhere!  Check out WimpyKid.com for movie news and the latest on Jeff Kinney and his books.

Click here to reserve your copy of Jeff Kinney's Dog Days.

Click here to browse all of the Diary of a Wimpy Kid books, audiobooks and movies in our online catalog.

Mirror Mirror - In Theatres Now!

This classic fairy tale is now on the big screen.  But have you read the book?  Stop into the library and check out our collection of folktales and fairy tales in the Children's Department.  We have numerous versions of Snow White and other favorites to choose from.

Click here to view the trailer, read about the characters, download coloring pages and more!

The Lorax - Movie Release Date 3/2/12

In celebration of his birthday, theatres are releasing Dr. Seuss' The Lorax on Friday, March 2nd.  This is just in time to kick off our month long celebration of Dr. Seuss in the Children's Department at the Comsewogue Public Library. 

In this movie, a young boy discovers the story of the Lorax, a grumpy yet charming creature who fights to protect his world.  See it in theatres and reserve a copy of the book today by clicking here.

New Series - The Guardians of Childhood

Have you ever wondered what or who keeps the nightmares away?  Well, meet MiM, aka the Man in the Moon, and his friends.  Together, they take an oath to protect the children of the earth and become the Guardians of Childhood.  His friends include a regal bunny who makes candy eggs, a fairy who leaves prizes beneath pillows, Nicholas St. North and a few others you might recognize... 

Make sure to read this first book in the fantastic new series.  Click here to reserve your copy of The Man in the Moon by William Joyce today.  Also, check out the official website for more information on the author, the books, the characters and more!

Like this book already, stay tuned, it is being made into a movie, The Rise of the Guardians, to be released in 2012.

War Horse - In Theatres Now!

War Horse, a book written by Michael Morpurgo and now a major motion picture, is a story about the friendship shared between a boy and his horse.  The story is told from the perspective of Joey, the horse.  Joey recalls his days growing up on the farm with Albert, the boy, and his family, and the times leading up to his charging the enemy and carrying wounded soldiers in World War I.  Both Albert and Joey wonder if they will ever be reunited... but for the answer to that question, you will have to read on!  Click here to reserve your copy of the book today.

* Check out this cool game on Scholastic's website to find out your Animal Personality. To play now, click here.

War Horse - Movie Release Date: 12/25/11

Hold your horses!  A movie based on the novel War Horse by Michael Morpurgo will start playing in theatres on Christmas day!  Reserve a copy of the book from your library here today. 

See a trailer for the movie here.

The Adventures of Tintin - Movie Release Date 12/21/11

The Adventures of Tintin movie is based on the original comic series first printed in 1929 by Hergé.  Hergé was the pen name for the Belgian artist Georges Rémi. This iconic series also inspired an animated television series in the 1990's. 

The upcoming movie is based on The Adventures of Tintin: The Secret of the Unicorn.  In this adventure Tintin and his dog Snowy, along with Captain Haddock, are on the search for a sunken ship full of treasure.  As it turns out, these three are not the only ones on the hunt!  

Click here to reserve a copy of the book from your library today! 

Hugo - In Theatres Now!

Critics are giving Hugo rave reviews!  Click here to see movie trailers for Hugo. 

If you haven't already read The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick it is a must read.  Orphan, clock keeper, and thief: Hugo lives in the walls of a busy Paris train station, where his survival depends on secrets and anonymity. But when his world suddenly interlocks with an eccentric, bookish girl and a bitter old man who runs a toy booth in the station, Hugo's undercover life, and his most precious secret, are put in jeopardy. A cryptic drawing, a treasured notebook, a stolen key, a mechanical man, and a hidden message from Hugo's dead father form the backbone of this intricate, tender, and spellbinding mystery.  Click here to see Brian Selznick's website for this amazing book. 

Hugo - Movie Release Date: 11/23/11

Have you read The Invention of Hugo Cabret by Brian Selznick? A movie based on this award winning title hits theaters next week! Click here to reserve a copy of the book from your library.