Guilderland Library Notes for Wednesday, February 23, 2022

We have two upcoming virtual book discussions to fit a variety of interests and schedules. All are welcome!

Night Owls Online meets on Monday, March 14, at 7:30 p.m. to talk about “The Silent Patient” by Alex Michaelides, an intriguingly dark thriller steeped in murder, love, and revenge.

Memoirs in the Morning meets on Wednesday, March 16, at 10:30 a.m. to discuss “Maid: Hard Work, Low Pay, and a Mother's Will to Survive” by Stephanie Land. The author details her personal experience as a “nameless ghost” serving upper-middle class America, while striving to elevate her family above a poverty-level existence. Look for GPL’s “Memoirs in the Morning” group on goodreads.com to join the online discussion anytime.  

To participate in either or both of these groups, reserve a copy of the book from us now, then register on the Events tab of our website for the link. 

 Kits for kids

Supplies are limited for these popular kits, so make sure to reserve yours now on the Events tab of our website!  Preschoolers are encouraged to learn about volatile March weather with the “In Like a Lion, Out Like a Lamb” kit, which includes a craft activity and reading suggestions.  Register, then pick up Tuesday, March 1 through Sunday, March 6. Grades K-2 can enjoy making a colorful windsock, perfect for a blustery spring day.  This kit is available for registrants to pick up Tuesday, March 8 through Sunday, March 13.  

Live Virtual

Story Time

Based on your feedback, we’ve added a new day and time for our Live Virtual Story Times on Zoom, alternating between Thursday mornings and Tuesday afternoons. Sign up on the Events tab of our website for Thursday, March 3 at 10:30 a.m.  We’ll read books, sing songs and enjoy a lively time together.  

Genealogy help

Need a little help starting the process of delving into your family tree, or making progress with your research? Professional genealogist Lisa Dougherty is available for free family history consultations and advice on a virtual basis on Wednesday, March 9 at 6 p.m. Please register in advance on the Events tab of our website to receive your meeting link.

    Blood drive

All eligible blood donors are urged to donate blood to address an extreme ongoing shortage.  Our next blood drive, administered by the American Red Cross and sponsored by Senator Michelle Hinchey, is scheduled for Tuesday,  March 15, 1 to 6 p.m. Appointments may be made at redcross.org, and walk-ins are welcome.

Libby by

Overdrive

Overdrive is phasing out their old app in favor of a more streamlined eBook experience with the Libby by Overdrive app. All account information will carry over, including current checkouts and holds.  Best of all, Libby provides easy access to videos and TV shows from Kanopy, as well as on-demand music classes from ArtistWorks. We encourage you to take full advantage of these upgrades by downloading Libby from your smartphone’s app store.  

As always, please contact us at , 518.456.2400 ext. 3, or in person at the Adult Reference Desk during operating hours, with any questions you may have.

GPL podcast

GPL’s latest podcast, “How Did You Find It?,” features published author and frequent Humanities New York scholar Giacomo Calabria, discussing our upcoming six-part scholar-led discussion series on Ulysses S. Grant. You’ll find our podcast on all major platforms. We welcome your suggestions on topic ideas at:

Browsing hours

Curbside pick up in our lobby is available with 24-hours notice by calling 518-456-2400, ext. 2. Masks are required for patrons ages 2 and up. GPL policies based on current COVID conditions are outlined in our Pandemic Operations Plan, accessible on our website.

Current hours are: Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m; Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.