Schoharie Library Notes for Thursday, April 25, 2019
Kathy Hill Brown will read from and talk about her book, “The Summer Girl,” at the Schoharie Library on Tuesday, April 30, at 3:30 p.m.
“The Summer Girl” follows the adventures of Ruthie, a Jewish girl from Brooklyn, and Sonia, a local girl, as they investigate the crumbling ruins of once-majestic spa hotels.
What mysteries linger in the old hotels around a small spa town in upstate New York? Author Kathy Hill Brown will visit the Schoharie Library on Tuesday, April 30, at 3:30 p.m. to read from and talk about her novel, “The Summer Girl.”
This book follows the adventures of Ruthie, a Jewish girl from Brooklyn, and Sonia, a local girl, as they investigate the crumbling ruins of once-majestic spa hotels.
Ms. Brown lived in Sharon Springs for several years as a child, and the book’s setting was inspired by the town. She remembers peering in the windows of some of the abandoned hotels, seeing what was left behind, and imagining what they had looked like in their heyday.
Every summer, she saw the Hasidic Jewish families arriving from New York City, and hoped one of the children might become a playmate. At that time, the summer visitors and locals rarely mingled, so she never had the opportunity to make friends as Sonia and Ruthie did. As an adult, she wondered, “What if...?” and the story began to take form.
On Tuesday, Ms. Brown of Berne, a former Altamont enterprise reporter, will share stories of the fascinating historical background to her book, as well as pictures of some of the hotels. She will also have books available to sign.
This event is part of Children’s Book Week. It is free of charge and all ages are welcome. The Schoharie Library is located at 103 Knower Avenue in Schoharie.
Storytime
Storytime with Erika Schmid: Fridays at 10 a.m. There will be no story time on April 26 because of spring break. The theme on May 3: Mother Goose and on May 10: Mother’s Day.
All ages are welcome to join us for stories, music, crafts, and games. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult.
Read with Ariel
On Friday, April 26, from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. join us for reading to a therapy dog. It is a great way for kids to gain confidence and have fun with books! All are welcome to drop by the library and spend some time with Ariel and a good book.
Writing Club
On Monday, April 29, from 6 to 8:30 p.m. writers of all ages are welcome! Bring your fiction, non-fiction, poetry, or any other type of writing to share, discuss, and critique.
Contra Dance
Contra Dance with Paul Rosenberg & Tamarack on Thursday, May 2, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Kick up your heels to the lively music of Tamarack! Caller Paul Rosenberg will teach all dances, no experience necessary. This is free and fun for all ages and abilities! Dessert will be served. This project is made possible with funds from the Decentralization Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew M. Cuomo and the New York State Legislature and administered by the Greene County Council on the Arts.
Knitcetera Club
On Tuesdays,May 14 and 28 from 10:30 a.m. to noon knit, crochet, embroider, bring a project, start something new, learn with our stash!