Middleburgh Library Notes for Thursday, April 11, 2019
Attention patrons of the Middleburgh Library: 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.
Book Sale
Going on now at the library in the foyer. Sale ends Saturday, April 13. Hard cover books $1, soft cover books .50. Great Selection.
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.
Adventures in Relaxation and Mindfulness
Join us on April 15, at 7 p.m. in this interactive workshop to guide you in the process of getting more mindful and deeply relaxed so you have the tools to navigate life in a more holistic and balanced way. Open to both men and women. This workshop is taught by energy healer Eileen Knott. Registration is required.
Drop-in Story time
On April 16, 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 16, 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 16, 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.
Storytime
On April 17 at 11 a.m. join Miss Doreen. All about the cutest baby animals.
Lunch and a movie
On April 17, at 1 p.m. join us for lunch and the movie "Vice" rated R. The library will provide pizza and drinks and you bring a dessert or snack to share. This month's movie will be “Vice” starring Christian Bale and Amy Adams. Governor George W. Bush of Texas picks Dick Cheney, the CEO of Halliburton Co, to be his Republican running mate in the 2000 presidential election. No stranger to politics, Cheney's impressive resume includes stints as White House chief of staff, House Minority Whip and defense secretary. When Bush wins by a narrow margin, Cheney begins to use his newfound power to help reshape the country and the world. Registration is limited and required.
Moon Walk
On April 18 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. Walk ends on April 25.
Tai Chi
On April 19 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.
HEGS
On April 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Home Educators of Schoharie County is a group of homeschooling families with a wide variety of backgrounds, approaches to education, and religious affiliations. We exist to provide secular support for homeschooling families, offer information about homeschooling, and to allow for the sharing of educational opportunities. We hope to increase public awareness, acceptance, and support of home education in Schoharie County. Please check out our facebook page. Or contact Rebecca at for more information. We will meet the first and third Friday of each month.
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.