Middleburgh Library Notes for Thursday, April 4, 2019

Attention Middleburgh Library patrons: Would you like to be more involved in your library? Do you have new ideas for programs and services the library can provide the community? Do you have a passion for volunteerism? Do you live in the Middleburgh School District?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, being a member of the Middleburgh Library Board of Trustees is for you!

As of May of this year, the board will have two vacant seats, each with a three-year term. Pick up your petition today and come help us drive the library into the future and beyond.

Board meets

On April 8 at 6 p.m. the Board of Trustees will meet. This meeting is open to the public.

Drop-in Story time

On April 9, at 10:45 a.m., join us for drop-in story time. This fun and interactive program is meant for children up to age 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 Mahjong

On April 9, from 1 to 4 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the library’s Community Room, as they do every Tuesday, to play Mahjong.

Don’t know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.  

Insight Meditation

On April 9, at 5:15 p.m., a meditation group will meet at the library.

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 daydreams, 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.

Moon Walk

On April 11 at 10:30 a.m. join us for an  Indoor walking workout. During this time of year when the weather is unpredictable, walking outside can be a challenge. Why not walk with us inside the library as we work through Leslie Sansone's Walk at Home workout videos. These “Walking” workouts burn more calories than a stroll around the park because they focus on a series of multi-muscle moves. A higher muscle engagement leads to higher calorie burn and of course more muscle tone all while being easy on the joints! Walking is the most natural and effective way to health and wellness, and works for anyone, any age, any size and anywhere. Classes with be 30 to 40 minutes long with time for cool down and conversation and will be led by our resident yoga instructor Vicki DeGroff. Please wear loose fitting and comfortable clothing. Registration is required.

Book discussion

On April 11, from 1 to 3 p.m. join us for a discussion of  "The Crucible" by Arthur Miller. It is a dramatized and partially fictionalized story of the Salem witch trials that took place in the Massachusetts Bay Colony during 1692 - 93.

Tai Chi

On April 12  from 10 to 11 a.m. join us for  Tai Chi and Qigong, from China, the cultivation of human energy Gentle slow movements, strengthen the body and calm the mind. These practices have been used for agility, balance, cognition and longevity. Suggested donation, $5. Please use back entrance as the library is closed on Fridays.

"Was That Bigfoot I Saw?"

On April 12 at 7 p.m. join field researcher, Gary Robusto, head of the New York Bigfoot Society based in Albany. He will be discussing the topics of the possible existence of Bigfoot living in New York. He will go over potential evidence gathered from field cases (even some here in Schoharie County), equipment that is used along with talk about sighting report claims throughout New York. If you have an interest in all things Bigfoot and monsters then this will be the event for you! Registration is suggested. Refreshments will be served.

Volunteer Open House at the Dr. Best House

On April 13 at 1 p.m. come see what it would be like to volunteer at the Dr. Best House? Join us on Saturday for some food and fun and find out how you can get involved! Please call 518-827-7200 or register online. The Dr. Best House and Medical Exhibit is located at 1568 Clauverwie Rd. Middleburgh, New York 12122.  Sponsored by The Dr. Best House & Medical Museum.

Concert

On April 14 at 7 p.m. come enjoy a concert with us. Nancy Tucker blends outrageous squeaky clean comedy, spirited guitar instrumentals and moving songs of human experience in her shows for people of all ages. Her music and comedy center around a passion for life and laughter. Her guitar instrumentals have been compared to those of Michael Hedges and Leo Kottke, with a flair for unusual and kinetic compositions using every part of the guitar, including a guitar attachment of her own invention. No matter what the venue, Nancy captures each audience's imagination and heart with gentle invitation and contagious lunacy.

No registration required. Tickets are available at the door. A $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance.

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.