The Preacher's Dozen is a book about a preacher (John Phillips), his wife (Pearl), their twelve children, and their journey from the projects in the island of Trinidad to the United States where they achieved the American dream through education and faith in God. It is a story of hope, victory, deliverance and triumph.

The story is told by John's daughter, Wendy G.D. Phillips, who compiled and adapted John's memoirs to weave together this beautiful and incredible story.  The book not only tells the story John asked his daughter to write before he died, but it also memorializes the family's history for future generations.

Residents gathered at the home of Elmont School Board Member Carol Parker-Duncanson to hear Beverley Manley, the "wife of one of Jamaica's most charismatic prime ministers," Michael Manley.  The gathering billed as a "Meet and Greet Beverley" was hosted by Carol and Frank Duncanson at their Elmont residence.

"the MANLEY memoirs" a book written partly in response to requests by The outdoor book reading and question and answer session was lively.  Among the attendees were Library Board VP Tania Lawes, Elmont School board member Pam Byer and Elmont Online's, Aubrey Phillips.

The home of Elsy Mecklembourg-Guibert was transformed into a Center of High Culture on Sunday June 22 when nearly one hundred people from several states and our capital city Albany gathered to hear writer, workshop leader, and author of "The Heart to Forgive: Reclaiming Our Relationship After Infidelity" Mimi Gabriel, describe her real-life experience with infidelity.

In unmistakable Guibert style, songs, poetry readings and history lessons preceded the main attraction "The Heart to Forgive". After Ms Gabriel's initial presentation a scrumptious dinner, vibrant multi-lingual conversations and fellowship pleased the stomachs and minds of those in attendance.