Guilderland Library Notes for Thursday, April 4, 2019

For the past 18 months, we’ve listened to over 2,100 citizens of Guilderland give us their opinions on the library’s needs, and now our May 21 referendum is approaching.

Come to an open meeting where you can hear us describe the final proposal — what it will bring for the community and what it will cost if approved. Director Tim Wiles, architect Paul Mays, and library board members will be on hand to answer your questions: Tuesday, April 16. at 4 and 6:30 p.m., and Thursday, May 2, at 6:30 p.m.  

Etsy success

Are you creative but not necessarily tech- or business-oriented?  Interested in selling your crafts, artwork, and/or vintage items? Come to our Etsy Success workshop Saturday, April 6, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. We’ll cover everything you need to know to get your online store started.

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).

Disney Movie: “Tangled”

The last Sunday Disney movie before Disney Trivia Night is Tangled, shown Sunday,  April 7 at 2 p.m. Pay close attention for possible trivia questions, and don’t forget to register for Disney Trivia Night Friday, April 26 at 6 p.m., which falls during school vacation week (perfect for families).

Costumes encouraged; bring your own dinner, if desired.  At least one team member must be age 16 or older.

Work/Life Balance

Do you feel completely drained by the end of the week? Are you finding it difficult to juggle work vs. home? You’re not alone!

Dr. Tom Denham shares strategies to go beyond merely surviving toward thriving. He will present “Work/Life Balance: Tips and Techniques,” Wednesday, April 10 at 6:30 p.m. to help you achieve a more satisfying life.  Please register online, by phone or in person.

Guilderland assessments

Assessments are a current hot topic in Guilderland.  What does it mean to you? Find out Thursday, April 11 at 7 p.m. Guilderland Assessor Karen Van Wagenen, and Assessment Review Hearing Officer Tony Cantore will explain the assessment review process and answer questions.

Please register online, by phone or in person.  

“Click, Clack, Moo”

Our lobby cow, Greufus, isn’t one to tell tales…but are the cows in this story the dangerous “type?”  Find out at WMHT’s “Click Clack Moo” program, Saturday, April 13 at 10:30 a.m. Come join the fun as a bunch of literate cows turn Farmer Brown’s farm upside-down.

We’ll listen to the story and do some fun activities based on the book. Designed for pre-K through Grade 2; please register online, by phone or in person.  

Albany History uncovered

The City of Albany has 800 streets, and thus as many street names. On Saturday, April 13 at 2 p.m., author Erik Schlimmer takes audiences on a fascinating virtual tour of street names, weaving in intriguing stories of war heroes, criminals, founding fathers and Dutch settlers along the way.

Mr. Schlimmer will have copies of his newest book for sale, Cradle of the Union: A Street by Street History of New York's Capital City.   

“Miracle Met” Art Shamsky

Meet Art Shamsky of the 1969 World Series Champion Miracle Mets and co-author Erik Sherman Saturday, May 18 at 2 p.m., featuring their book After the Miracle: the Lasting Brotherhood of the 1969 Mets.

 Catapulting from “Lovable Losers” to World Series Champions in an improbably magical season no one saw coming, this is a rags-to-riches story that every Mets fan — and every baseball fan — will appreciate.

Mr. Shamsky will sign copies of the book, priced at $30, plus one other item for anyone who has also purchased a book. Please register online, by phone or in person.  

Elementary Artwork Exhibit

Our Helderberg Room walls are exploding with vibrant color, graced with the artwork of Guilderland Elementary School students. We invite you to come take a peek at the burgeoning talent in our community, including the glass display cases. This exhibit continues throughout April.