Bethlehem Library Notes for Wednesday, August 28, 2019
Erik Schlimmer returns to the library to talk about some of the more unusual Adirondack nomenclature
The September/October Footnotes newsletter has been mailed, and it is packed with some excellent autumn programs, including the return of some of our popular series for adults.
Coffee & Conversation kicks off the season on Friday, Sept. 6, with “Adirondack Place Names.” Author and avid outdoorsman Erik Schlimmer returns to the library to talk about some of the more unusual Adirondack nomenclature.
According to Schlimmer, behind every name is a story, and that story’s usually pretty good! Coffee & Conversation, which is co-sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, is an hour-long program starting at 1 p.m. followed by a coffee break.
A strong lineup continues through fall with topics that touch on music, history, culture, and more. Pick up a flyer at the library or find the schedule online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Book talk
After the summer hiatus, our book discussions begin anew in early September — with some changes. We have added a Monday evening group — Check ’em Out Books — to replace the Wednesday night group.
DayBooks discussions will take place at 1:30 p.m. monthly on a Monday and Thursday. Featured this fall are “Washington Black” by Esi Edugyan on Sept. 12 or 16, and “Exit West” by Mohsin Hamid on Oct. 7 or 10.
Check ‘em Out Books meets Mondays and AfterDinner Books meets on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. on alternate months. Those discussions will delve into “The Winter People” by Jennifer McMahon on Monday, Sept. 9, and “Warlight” by Michael Ondaatje on Tuesday, Oct. 15.
New members are always welcome, and copies of the books are available at the information desk. Audio and downloadable copies may also be available. A list of discussion books through December is available online.
Listening Parties
Our monthly Listening Parties with Bethlehem librarian Michael Farley are also back! This is a great chance for you to join fellow music lovers and share your opinions about the artists that have shaped the musical landscape.
Up first is “Jazz and the Spoken Word” on Thursday, Sept. 19, at 7 p.m. Hear examples of jazz and spoken word poetry from the 1950s to the present.
Reminders
— Bethlehem Public Library will be closed Labor Day weekend, from Saturday to Monday, Aug. 31 to Sept. 2. Access the library catalog and other library services online anytime at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org. Regular Sunday hours resume Sept. 8;
— The free WiFi network at the Elm Avenue Pool complex and park, as well as the Five Rivers and the Colonial Acres Park signals, are available year-round — not just during the warmer months. The signal will appear on electronic devices as “Free Library WiFi” and is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week; and
— Got books? The library is once again partnering with Grassroot Givers, a local not-for-profit, to collect books for donation to local organizations and individuals in need. Collection day is Saturday, Sept. 14, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library garage. Grassroot Givers will accept only books that are in good shape and are dropped off during the designated collection time. They are especially interested in like-new children’s books.