Guilderland Library Notes for Thursday, March 21, 2019
Can playing a musical instrument make you smarter? Strong evidence suggests it can.
Case in point: Albert Einstein, arguably the most renowned scientist who ever lived, was also an avid music enthusiast. Playing violin was more than a pleasurable activity; it often ignited the creative spark to help him devise solutions.
Join us at the Guilderland Public Library on Wednesday, March 20, at 7 p.m. to discover how music education at any age can sharpen your brain. University at Albany Neuroscientist Dr. Ewan McNay will cover the myriad lifelong benefits playing music has on cognitive health.
Trivia Night: USA
How much do you know about the United States? Will you claim your slice of American pie — or humble pie? It’s all in good fun!
We’re serving up a fun-filled night of red, white and blue trivia Thursday, March 21 at 7 p.m., including questions on the civics exam given to secure U.S. citizenship. Teens and adults, please register by phone, online or in person.
Disney Movies & Trivia
“The Emperor’s New Groove” is our next Sunday Disney movie, slated for March 24 at 2 p.m., featuring the voice talents of David Spade, John Goodman and Eartha Kitt.
It’s all leading up to Disney Trivia Night, Friday, March 26 at 6 p.m. Gather up your team (up to five people, with at least one person age 16+) to compete for top honors. Disney costumes encouraged; feel free to bring your own food (for thought). Register for Trivia Night online, by phone or in person.
Moms, Babies & Cake
We’re carving out a special time of conversation, coffee and cake for parents of babies, Friday, March 22 from 11:30 a.m.to 12:30 p.m. Join us to chat, relax and compare notes with other parents. Dads are absolutely welcome as well! Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed or just need a break and some adult conversation, we hope you’ll leave feeling refreshed and encouraged. Bring older siblings, we’ll have fun resources available for them - plus your favorite cake to share. Please register in advance.
Snowy Owl and more
Schools are closed in Guilderland Friday March 22 for Superintendent’s Conference Day. Got plans? We do! Joyce Perry of Whispering Willow Wildcare will be here at 2 p.m. with a snowy owl and other rescued birds of prey.
Come see these majestic birds up close and learn more about them. Please register online, by phone or in person.
Intro to beekeeping
If you like to eat, you should be concerned about bees. Their numbers have been dwindling at alarming rates, and colony collapse is escalating each year. In fact, at the current rate, managed honeybees will disappear by 2035.
Curious what you can to reverse this devastating trend? Find out more Saturday March 23 at 2 p.m. as the experts from the Southern Adirondack Beekeepers Association cover the basics that can help you get started with beekeeping.
Elementary art on display
Beginning Wednesday March 27, the walls of our Helderberg Room will be graced with the artwork of Guilderland Elementary School students.
Viewing these heartfelt creations always elicits a smile. We invite you to come take a peek at the burgeoning talent in our community. This display will continue throughout the month of April.
Zentangle
Eager to learn a new crafting technique? Try zentangle on Thursday, April 4, at 7 p.m. Zentangle is an easy to learn, relaxing and fun way to create beautiful images by drawing structured patterns on tiles.
Once you’ve mastered the basics, plan to attend the advanced class Thursday. May 2 for instruction on more intricate shading. Teens and adults welcome; please pre-register.
Etsy Success
Calling all craftspeople, artists and sellers of vintage items: Want to sell your wares to maximum effect on uber-popular Etsy? Here’s your opportunity to learn how!
This workshop Saturday, April 6 from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. will cover all the fundamentals so you can walk away with your online store set up for success. Please pre-register for this class, establish your Etsy account in advance, and bring your own laptop, iPad or tablet (or arrange to borrow one of ours).
Board candidates sought
Guilderland Public Library is currently seeking candidates to fill anticipated vacancies on our Board of Trustees. Information packets may be obtained at our Circulation Desk.
The deadline for bios and photos to be included in our bi-monthly newsletter is Wednesday, April 10. Petitions for nomination with signatures of at least 39 qualified voters residing within the school district must be returned to Guilderland Central School District by Monday April 22, in advance of the election and budget vote to be held Tuesday May 21.