Bethlehem Library Notes for Wednesday, September 18, 2019

Giddy-up! Our Friday, Sept. 20, Coffee and Conversation promises to be a rollicking ride as local entertainer Chuck Oakes celebrates the American West with songs, photographs, and a screening of “The Best of the West” television pilot he created for PBS with support from the Kingston Trio.

Coffee & Conversation, which is co-sponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, is an hourlong 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.

Video editing

Bring your favorite tech-savvy kid with you to our Tuesday, Sept. 24, “Video Editing for Kids and Grown-ups” program and learn to use Adobe Premiere Elements to easily make fun edits to video files. Feel free to bring your phone and cable to upload a video. The program starts at 3:45 p.m. and is geared toward children ages 7 and up with an adult.

Remember to register your intergenerational group together. Sign up online at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org or call 518-439-9314. 3:45 p.m. 

All about Hospice

Community educator Carol Ann Tiberia-Sterrett will be at the library Tuesday, Sept. 24, at 6:30 p.m. to talk about how the service aims to enhance the quality of life of those it serves. At the “All About Hospice” program, you will gain a better understanding of Hospice; how it supports the individual and the families, how it relieves financial burdens, and how people come to Hospice to live well ... not to die.

Tiberia is an accomplished healthcare administrator with over 30 years of operational, managerial and clinical experience in many levels of care across the continuum, including managed care and health insurance across five states with a primary focus in New York. She currently sits on the Community Maternity Services board of directors and has been featured on the WNYT 13 Forum, TV 17, and on Schenectady Today in an effort to recognize, promote and support caregivers across the continuum.

STEAM fun for families

Families are invited to join us Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 6:30 p.m. for an ocean-themed STEAM Night. Hear a story and learn about the layers of the ocean, and create your own layered ocean in a jar. Register children individually at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.

Yoga

Find your balance at the library with hatha yoga led by a local instructor Thursday, Sept. 26, at 7 p.m. Mats will be provided, but bring your own if you have one. Don’t forget a towel and some water, and be sure to wear comfortable clothing. Beginners welcome. Sign up online or call.

Fall fun

Let’s celebrate the first day of fall together on Monday, Sept. 23, at 3:30 p.m. with fall-themed stories and crafts for kids of all ages.