Middleburgh Library Notes for Thursday, March 12, 2020

Betty and The Baby Boomers will perform as part of the Middleburgh Library Not so Quiet Concert Series on Sunday, March 22, at 4 p.m.

When Betty Boomer, Jean Valla McAvoy, Paul Rubeo, and Steve Stanne began singing together more than 30 years ago, the name made sense — a play on Betty’s name and the fact that all are children of the baby boom. Bassist Robert Bard fit right in demographically when he joined later on.

If they've had second thoughts, it’s too late to change now. “Betty and the Baby Boomers” appears on the covers of the band’s five CDs, and the name is known to folk music fans from the mountains of Connemara in Ireland to the Catskills overlooking New York’s Hudson Valley, their home base.

The folk genre covers many styles. The Boomers’ take on it is suggested in a review of their second recording, “Tumbling Through the Stream of Days,” in the folk song magazine Sing Out! It described the group as “a refreshing reminder of the halcyon days of American folk music” and the CD as “an enthusiastic testament to the sheer joy of singing and playing music.”

In addition to original songs from Jean, the Boomers draw on sources including traditional tunes; Americana roots music; contemporary artists like Greg Brown, Bruce Springsteen, and Dougie MacClean; and classic “folk singers” like Woody Guthrie, Pete Seeger, and Phil Ochs

This event is made possible in part with public funds from the Decentralization Program and the New York State Council on the Arts, administered through the Community Arts Grants Program by the Greene County Council on the Arts.

Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use the library’s back entrance.

Storytime

On March 17 at 10:45 a.m. join us for Drop-in Storytime. This fun and interactive program is meant for children ages 0 to 5 and their caregivers, although older siblings are always welcome!  We read books, sing songs, play games, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required! 

Mahjong Mania

On Tuesday, March 17 at 1p.m. join a spirited group of people in the Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration required.    

Qi Gong

On March 17 from 4:15 to 5:15 p.m.  join us for Qi Gong a Chinese healing practice, incorporating breath and gentle movement to create a free flow of energy throughout the body. Wear loose clothing.

Insight Meditation

On March 17 at 5:15 p.m. come to the library for Insight Meditation. What do you want most deeply? Seeing your life calmly and clearly helps answer this. Insight Meditation is a simple way to steady your mind, stop wandering in day-dreams, and end the suffering of troubling thoughts. Our group is a place to sit quietly in safety, supported by others; to allow understanding and compassion to arise; to encourage loving-kindness and patience. We welcome those with no experience to advanced mediators', teens to seniors.  give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.

Storytime

On March 18 at 11 a.m. join Storytime with Miss Doreen for this fun filled storytime for kids 2 to 5 and their caregivers. The theme is Oodles of Noodles.

Dinner and a Movie

On March 20 at 5:30 p.m. join us for a showing of "Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood."  Two-time Oscar-winner Tom Hanks portrays Mister Rogers a timely story of kindness triumphing over cynicism, based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. After a jaded magazine writer (Emmy winner Matthew Rhys) is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers, he overcomes his skepticism, learning about empathy, kindness, and decency from America's most beloved neighbor.  Registration is required.

The library will provide pizza and drinks and you bring a snack or a dessert to share.

Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing.  Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.