Guilderland Library Notes for Wednesday, October 13, 2021
— Photo by Luanne Nicholson
Teens now have a dedicated space, known as The Foundry, at the Guilderland Public Library. Graphic novels, manga, audiobooks, video games and free books to keep are just some of the offerings found here.
We’re happily welcoming patrons back to enjoy the renovated and expanded library! Current hours are: Monday through Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m; Friday, 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
We appreciate your understanding that we aren’t totally done with the building project just yet. Still to come: meeting and study rooms; new public computers; exhibit space; car charging stations; hearing assistance technology; furniture; and the new café. All fines continue to be waived (since March 2020).
Masks are required to enter the library. We appreciate your cooperation, and have masks on hand for adults and children if needed. GPL policies based on current COVID conditions are outlined in our Pandemic Operations Plan, accessible on our website.
Computer coach
Our popular 1:1 virtual computer coaching sessions are back! Volunteer Computer Coach Robin can help you learn how to use Apple devices (Apple computers, Macbook, Macbook Air, Apple TV, Apple Watch, iPad, iPhone) or assist with résumé preparation using the Learning Express database tool on our website.
These customized sessions occur select Mondays at 6:30 p.m. and last one hour. Please register on the Events tab of our website for the link to connect with Robin.
Fall Card Project
We’re bringing back our popular card project to help support our friends at Community Caregivers as they serve the people around us. This can be an individual or family project - all ages are welcome to join the fun and spread the joy to someone who may feel lonely or isolated and could use a boost.
Create or repurpose one or more cards no larger than 5-by7 inches; envelopes will be provided by Community Caregivers, and they will address and mail all cards received.
Adding an uplifting message inside your card and signing it are optional. Drop off your card in our lobby from Wednesday, Oct. 20, to Saturday, Nov. 6.
Trustees meet
The Guilderland Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on Thursday, Oct. 21, at 6 p.m. This meeting will be streamed live on our YouTube channel, and archived for later viewing. Public commentary may be submitted at any time to: .
Drug Take-Back Day
GPL and the Guilderland Police Department are teaming up again for semi-annual nationwide Drug Take-Back Day, in an effort to remove potentially dangerous controlled substances from our medicine cabinets. This drive-through event will be held in the library's parking lot on Sat. Oct. 23, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Please see the Events tab of our website for more information.
Cooking outdoors
Enjoy perfecting your grilling technique in the crisp fall air! Karen Roberts Mort from Cornell Cooperative Extension will demonstrate cooking methods while preparing tasty recipes on Sun. Oct. 24 at 1:00 p.m. at Tawasentha Park’s large pavilion.
Attendees will receive several recipes to try at home, plus silicone pot holder grips. Space is limited, and masks are required. Please register on the Events tab of our website.
Spooky Potion Bottles
Tweens and Teens (grades 6-12): get into the Halloween spirit by making unique spooky potion bottles! Register on the Events tab of our website, then pick up your creepy kit curbside, Tues. Oct. 26 through Sun. Oct. 31.
Halloween
candy overload
On Tues. Oct. 26 at 7:00 p.m., Mariel Baron, a local Registered Dietitian, will cover how to confidently handle Halloween candy so that your child can enjoy them, not fixate on them. She will discuss why restriction of sweets backfires, plus strategies on handling candy consumption on Halloween and beyond. Please register on the Events tab of our website for the link to this virtual presentation.
Virtual Crafty Chat
For our next Zoom meetup for craft-minded folks on Wed. Oct. 27 at 7:00 p.m., we’re reading “Craftfulness: Mend Yourself by Making Things” in advance. Please obtain this book from us (call or email if you need assistance), then register on the Events tab of our website for the link to participate in this casual online meetup.