Rensselaerville Library Notes for Wednesday, August 21, 2019
On Aug. 24 at noon, author John Gordon II will read from his new book, “Liberty’s Flight.” The book is a fictional tale based on historical events providing the reader with period authenticity.
Historical events and personages include Culloden, Lord Glenbucket, Big John Chattan, the wild geese, colonial America, slavery, Ben Franklin, The Albany Plan, the Grand Council of the Iroquois Confederacy, Sir William Johnson, and others. John will have books for purchase, and he will be happy to sign your copy.
Poetry Group
On Aug. 27 at 6 p.m. join the Poetry Group: Bring your poem! Receive feedback from fellow poets or just share your words.
Book discussion
On Aug. 27 at 6:30 p.m. join author and former resident of Rensselaerville Kirsten DeLeo for a special evening to celebrate her new book “Present Through The End: A Caring Companion’s Guide to Caring for the Dying!” Inspired by decades of experience caring for dying people and teaching, Kirsten will share stories and practical tools to help us be present even when we feel utterly helpless and respond to the dying person's needs and concerns. Kirsten will have books available for purchase and signing.
Lawn Party
On Aug. 31 at 4 p.m. the library will host the annual Lawn Party fundraiser at 1440 County Route 351, Rensselaerville. Tickets are $20 at the gate and include food and a drink ticket. We do appreciate guests bringing a dish to share.
Children’s programs
Children’s programs scheduled with Miss Judy will include Story Time and STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts and math). The upcoming programs are on Thursday Aug. 22 Vincent Can’t Sleep: “Vincent Paints The Night Sky” by Barb Rosenstock themed story time followed by the art activity Starry Night Sky Paintings inspired by Van Gogh. The art activity will be repeated on Friday Aug. 23 at 3:30 p.m. This week’s story time is on Tuesday Aug. 27 with Constellations by F S Kim and the art activity will be paint a mural-themed night sky filled with constellations. The art activity will be repeated on Friday Aug. 30 at 3:30 p.m.
Summer Reading
The summer reading program will come to an end on Saturday, Aug. 31. Make sure you have recorded your books and pick up your prizes.The final raffle drawings will be held that day.
More information on our programs can be found at www.RensselaervilleLibrary.org