Bethlehem Library Notes for Thursday, February 21, 2019
— Photo by Kristen Roberts
A trio of friends finds a quiet corner to play in the Children’s Place at the Bethlehem Public Library.
Nominating petition forms and informational packets are available at the library Information Desk beginning Monday, Feb. 25, for candidates interested in serving on the Bethlehem Public Library Board of Trustees.
There is one seat on the 2019 ballot, currently held by incumbent Joyce Becker, who will not be seeking re-election.
Bethlehem Public Library takes very seriously its responsibility to serve the community by providing access to resources and programming that enhance the quality of life of our residents. Our trustees make this possible through their dedication and vision, and they fill a very important public-service role that affects every taxpaying resident, whether that person has set foot in the library or not.
Board meetings are held at the library monthly and are open to the public. Meetings begin at 6 p.m. and last about two hours. Trustees are expected to regularly attend.
Petitions must contain at least 49 signatures of voters residing in Central School District No. 6 of the towns of Bethlehem and New Scotland. Petitions must be filed with the District Clerk, Bethlehem Central High School, 700 Delaware Ave., Delmar by 5 p.m. on April 22.
The election and budget vote will be held on Tuesday, May 21, from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. at Bethlehem Central High School.
Newsletter available
The March/April edition of Footnotes has been mailed, and it’s full of some great summer programming for all ages. You can also pick up a copy in the library or view it online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Intro to the Internet
The world wide web can be a daunting place for beginners. How do you find the information you’re looking for? And what’s a domain, browser, cache or cookie? The library can help.
On Monday, Feb. 25, from 10 a.m. to noon, we’re holding an “Intro to the Internet” class for computer beginners. We’ll go over the basics of using the Internet, focusing primarily on the world wide web. Call 518-439-9314 to sign up.
BCN-TV reminders
Bethlehem’s public access station, BCN-TV, features productions that range from 30-second public service announcements to long-running series. Shows span a wide range of topics — public affairs and poetry, religion and relationships, music and medicine, education and environment. Local school and town board meetings are also cablecast, and a community calendar runs daily.
You can easily find out what is on and coming up on BCN-TV with our online guide. The listings are continually updated and project the schedule a week out. Find the new weekly BCN-TV guide online atwww.bethlehempubliclibrary.org/webapps/tvschedule.asp.
You can watch BCN-TV on Spectrum Channel 1301 and Verizon Fios Channel 28.
Storm and ice warning
In the event of inclement weather, the library’s telephone system will provide information on a closing or delayed opening. Weather conditions can occasionally cause icing near the entrances that could lead to closure even when the town roadways are clear. Call ahead at 518-439-9314 if you are unsure. Information may also be available on our website at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.