Guilderland Library Notes for Thursday, April 11, 2019
Author and award-winning educator Erik Schlimmer will be at the Guilderland Public Library on Saturday, April 13, at 2 p.m. to discuss and sign his book, “Cradle of the Union: A Street by Street History of New York’s Capital City.”
Property assessments are currently a hot topic in Guilderland.
What does it mean to you? Find out on Thursday, April 11, at 7 p.m. at the Guilderland Public Library.
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.
Library renewal
For the past 18 months, we’ve listened to over 2,100 citizens of Guilderland voice their opinions on the library’s needs, and now our May 21 referendum is fast approaching. Come to an open meeting to hear about the final proposal — how it will meet present and future community needs, and what it will cost if approved.
Library Director Tim Wiles, architect Paul Mays, and library board members will be on hand to present this information and answer your questions on Tuesday, April 16, at 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m., and Thursday, May 2, at 6:30 p.m.
Better Books Sale
When the second Saturday of the month rolls around, you can be sure our Better Books Sale is happening. In fact, mark your calendar every month for this popular event.
Frugal finds of books, DVDs and CDs await, Sat. April 13 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Happy hunting!
3 Little Birds
Come on get happy at our special Saturday edition of 3 Little Birds, April 13 at 10:30! Sing, dance and join Penny, Poppy & Pete for a fun-filled class your whole family will enjoy.
This dynamic and interactive session of music and movement is for children ages birth to 5 years old, plus their caregivers. Our popular 3 Little Birds program has been on hiatus, but will return Fri. May 3rd at 10:30 a.m.
“Click, Clack, Moo”
Greufus, our lobby cow, 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, Sat. 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. 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 Sat. 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.
Earth Month
April is Earth Month, focusing extra attention on caring for our planet. Join us Mon. April 15 at 7 p.m. for a screening of Before the Flood, a documentary depicting how climate change affects our environment, and what we can do to prevent the demise of endangered species, ecosystems and native communities globally.
Also, the Drawdown EcoChallenge through April 24 lets you record the ways you’re helping battle climate change. Visit: https://drawdown.ecochallenge.org/ for details, then register your completed challenges at the library and be entered to win a prize.
“Miracle Met” Art Shamsky
Meet Art Shamsky of the 1969 World Series Champion Miracle Mets and co-author Erik Sherman Sat. 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.