Guilderland Library Notes for Wednesday, June 29, 2022
— Princeton University Art Museum
Water lilies were a favorite subject of artist Claude Monet, who featured them in about 250 oil paintings from 1914 to 1926. He painted “Water Lilies and the Japanese Bridge,” above, in the late 19th Century. Discover more about this iconic artist through a virtual program on Wednesday, July 13, at 6 p.m., offered by Guilderland Public Library.
Discover a full slate of summer fun as we dive into “Oceans of Possibilities!” People of all ages can earn prizes by logging your reading in Beanstack at: https://guilderlandlibrary.org/adultsrp for adults, and https://guilderlandlibrary.org/srp for kids and teens. Registration opens two weeks prior to the program on the Events Tab of our website.
July 11 to 16 is Pirate Week, featuring:
— Pirate activity kit for kids in kindergarten through second grade: Register, then pick up your kit from Tuesday, July 12 through Saturday, July 16;
— Pirate Treasure Hunt at Tawasentha Park: Wednesday, July 13, at 2:30, 3:00 or 3:30 p.m. Assemble your crew, wear your best pirate gear, and sail on over to the park to solve the clues and find the hidden pirate treasure! Crews of up to five people must contain at least one child going into grades 3 through 5 and one adult; the other crew members can be any age;
— Story time on Thursday, July 14, at 10:30 a.m. for infants through age 5 and their caregivers. Gather ’round for a rollicking good time, all about pirates! We’ll read books, sing songs, and enjoy a fun time together.
Teen volunteer
opportunities
Teens: Gain valuable experience with GPL this summer, either hands-on at the library, or by creating videos, playlists, craft projects, and more from home. See https://guilderlandlibrary.org/teenvolunteers/ to learn more.
Summer schedule
GPL is closed on Sundays during July and August. The Guilderland Farmers’ Market is held in our upper parking lot on Sundays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. through Oct. 2, featuring 30 vendors.
Night Owls
Book Club
We’re keeping with the “Oceans of Possibilities” summer reading program theme, reading “The Island of the Sea Women” by Lisa See. This intriguing historical novel is about female friendship and devastating family secrets on a small Korean island.
Pick up a copy of the book at the library’s information desk, then register on the Events tab of our website to join the virtual discussion on Monday, July 11, at 7:30 p.m.
Claude Monet: Obsessed
with the Natural World
Indisputably, Claude Monet is one of the most recognized and celebrated figures in art history. Everyone loves his beautiful landscapes, colorful and dynamic depictions of modern life, and monumental garden scenes.
In this virtual program on Wednesday, July 13. at 6 p.m., you’ll learn how this revered artist went from rejected outsider to groundbreaking icon of Modernism. Register on our website to receive the link.
Genealogy
Professional genealogist Lisa Dougherty offers 1:1 family history consultations at the library on a monthly basis. Please contact Lisa directly at: to schedule your appointment on Wednesday, July 15, between 6 and 8 p.m. Her website is: http://www.upstatenygenealogy.com.
Memoirs in
the Morning
For July, we’re reading “The Salt Path” by Raynor Winn — the true story of a couple who lost everything and embarked on a transformative journey walking the South West Coast Path in England. Please register on the Events tab of our website for the online meetup on Wednesday, July 20, at 10:30 a.m. Can’t make it to our Zoom meeting? Look for the “Memoirs in the Morning” group on goodreads.com.
Computer coach
Coach Robin is available to assist 1:1 with Apple technology or to help you craft a winning résumé with the Learning Express tool on our website. Reserve your in-person session with Robin on Friday, July 22, at 10 a.m. on the Events tab of our website.
Foundation
Golf Tournament
The Guilderland Library Foundation is hosting their annual golf tournament on Monday, Aug. 22, at the Pinehaven Country Club. Registration begins at 8:15 a.m. with a 9 a.m. start. The $165 cost covers 18 holes, golf cart, lunch at the turn, and a 19th hole celebration. Non-golfers can join the 19th Hole Celebration BBQ dinner for $50.
Sponsorship opportunities are due by Friday, July 15, and the deadline to register for golf is Monday, Aug. 1. Please see https://bit.ly/GLFGolf2022 or email for further details.
General info
Overdue fines have been eliminated at GPL; patrons will be billed for the replacement cost of lost items. Curbside pickup is available with 24-hour notice. Masks are optional. Contact us at 518-456-2400 or ask.librarian@guilderlandlibrary.org.