Voorheesville Library Notes for Monday, March 10, 2014

“Big shout out to the all of the people who dropped in at the Voorheesville Public Library for the read-in; a great time was had by all and we will be having another one soon. Watch here for dates and times.”

Gallery exhibit

Beginning March 8 and running through the end of April, the library is proud to present a very special gallery exhibit. Coinciding with the 150th anniversary of the Civil War’s Battle of Cold Harbor, the library will be hosting an exhibit, on loan from the Knox Historical Society, honoring Knox Officer Lt. Michael Henry Barckley. 

In conjunction with the Civil War display, the library will be hosting artists John Elberfeld and Jane McLean. John and Jane are two of the driving forces behind the Heldeberg Quilt Barn Trail (HQBT) we’ve all been hearing so much about.  If you’ve ever wondered what those big square quilt designs on the sides of barns and houses are, then you really must visit the library and find out. John and Jane will be displaying some Civil War era patterns, as well as some of their other designs, which decorate many area buildings. They will be hosting an open house on Sunday, March 16 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. Please be sure to stop by, visit with your hosts and enjoy their art. Who knows, there may even be a Civil War re-enactor dropping by.

Finding the right college

On Tuesday, March 12, at 6:30 p.m., Dr. Dean Skarlis, president of The College Advisor of New York, will be hosting a program for parents of high school sophomores and juniors at the library. If you are at that place in your life where you’re starting to look at colleges, this is the program you don’t want to miss; it will help you find the right college at the right price.

Tween creativity lab

Kids in grades three through six, come celebrate the release of the newest Muppet film by crafting your own lovable Muppet puppet. On March 22, at 2 p.m., you can add teeth, nose, eyes, horns, hair or whatever to your moveable puppet. Unique or look-a-like, the puppet is yours to take home.

Cookbook potluck

On Sunday, March 23, at 2 p.m., you can share your passion for cooking. The library will be hosting a Cookbook Potluck and you are invited. Do you have an old family recipe that everyone raves about? A go-to casserole you’ve come to rely on? Whatever your forte, please come and share it with us. Prepare a favorite recipe, write up a few recipe cards or just make copies at the library, and bring it all to the potluck luncheon. Registration is requested for this delectable afternoon.

Spring bus trip

The Friends of the Library will be hosting a bus trip to Boston on Saturday, May 3. The cost is $40 for friends’ members and $45 for non-members. These trips fill quickly, so stop in the library and sign up now. For more details visit www.voorheesvillelibrary.org.