Guilderland Library Notes for Friday, November 3, 2017
— Photo by Patrick Renzi Photography
Celebrating 25 Years at 2228 Western: Greeters, from left, Guilderland Library Foundation directors Lisa Brainard, Jane Bonavita, Erin Lancraft, and Susan Nevins were in the spirit for the Oct. 26 “Get Jazzed up for GPL” where each of the 150 guests received a small glass of prosecco.
On Friday, Nov. 10, at 7 p.m., Peter Voelker of Helderberg Meadworks will share the secrets of making all-natural mead. This versatile drink can be enjoyed plain, or even in cocktails.
You’ll learn the basics so you can make mead at home. There will be tastings, so those age 21 and over can pick up their free tickets to this event by calling (518) 456-2400, ext. 3.
Guitar serenade
Renowned guitarist Maria Zemantauski will perform a free concert at the library on Sunday, Nov. 12 at 2 p.m.
Zemantauski is one of the world’s few heralded female flamenco-style guitarists, and one of even fewer female flamenco composers. She has performed in Spain, Italy, and across the continental United States to great acclaim.
No registration is required, but you should come early for a good spot!
Teens: Write your own story
November is National Writing Month, and we’re kicking it off on Tuesday, Nov. 7 at 4 p.m. with a writing workshop featuring award-winning author Janine De Tillio.
Over the course of three sessions, we will focus on writing compelling characters and building plot to create exciting stories. All level of writers are welcome. Bring a notebook and pen or pencil. Call 518-456-2400, ext. 4 to register.
Families can STEAM at the library
Our popular Family STEAM nights are back.
On Monday, Nov. 6, at 6:30 p.m., we will host the Sienna Physics Club. Grades two and up can register for this monthly program where GPL teams up with local colleges to bring you science fun! Call 518-456-2400, ext. 4 to register.
GPL pops up at Crossgates
Are you a mall walker? If so, join us at Crossgates Mall on Friday, Nov. 3, between 8:30 and 10 a.m. for a mall ramble.
Be sure to visit the library’s table to learn about all the cool, new items you can borrow from GPL.
Discover the art of Japanese tea
Short and Stout Tea takes us to Japan on Thursday, Nov. 9 at 6:30 p.m. We’ll discuss the history of tea, health benefits, and much more. Call 518-456-2400, ext. 3 to register.
Dungeons and Dragons
If you've always wanted to learn how to play Dungeons and Dragons, now is the time.
We'll be running a six-session “Funhouse” style campaign that begins on Saturday, Nov. 4, at 2:30 p.m. Make your own character and learn how to play. Bring dice if you’ve got them, or borrow ours.
Please register by calling (518) 456-2400, ext. 3, or online at guilderlandlibrary.org. Note: When you register for this session, you are automatically registered for all six sessions: Nov. 4, 18, 25 and Dec. 2, 9, and 16.
Celebrating 25 Years at 2228 Western
Each of the 150 or so guests who attended the Guilderland Library Foundation’s “Jazzy GPL” celebration at the library the evening of Oct. 26 received a small glass of prosecco to mark the library’s quarter-century at its 2228 Western Avenue home.
The evening’s theme was “Get Jazzed up for GPL,” and these greeters were certainly in the spirit as were many of the guests. Pictured, from left, Foundation Directors Lisa Brainard, Jane Bonavita, Erin Lancraft, and Susan Nevins. Picture courtesy of Patrick Renzi Photography, used with permission.