Voorheesville Library Notes for Wednesday, January 22, 2014
Students in grades three and up, don’t want to miss this author visit. Local author James Preller will be a making a personal visit to the Voorheesville Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 1, at 10:30 a.m. Get ready for a fun-filled, scary morning when he presents an overview of his books and leads an open discussion of his series Scary Tales. Books will be available for purchase and the author will be on hand for book signing. While you’re here, be sure to fill out a drawing card for the Winter Reading Club drawing. You will be eligible to win signed copies of Home Sweet Horror and I Scream, You Scream by James Preller. The drawing will take place at the end of the program.
Share your reviews
Don’t forget, the library is hosting an online Winter Reading Club, now through March 31. Join the club by leaving a review on the library’s Winter Reading Club web page or drop off a handwritten review at the library, and you’ll be entered to win a prize. Three drawings will be held each month, so be sure you’re entered. Attending a Winter Reading Club drawing program will also make you eligible for special prizes. All prizes have been donated by the Friends of the Library.
Book discussion
On Friday, Jan. 31, at 7 p.m., all students in grades two and three are invited to join us as we discuss Smasher by Dick King-Smith. Smasher is a dog who’s always getting into trouble! Can farmer Buzzard find a way to save him or is Smasher in the doghouse for good? Register and pick up a copy of the book at the library.
The Bookworm
Just a quick reminder that, beginning in June, the library newsletter will no longer be mailed to your residence for an online version, go to the library website, www.voorheesvillelibrary.org, and click The Bookworm link. To receive the newsletter by e-mail, or to continue to receive a paper copy, go to the library updates page and sign up. If you don’t have Internet access, just give us a call at 765-2791, ask for Lynn and we will put you on the mailing list.
Nimblefingers
Mark your calendars for the Nimblefingers annual open house. Join the Nimblefingers ladies on Tuesday, Feb. 4, at 1 p.m., for an afternoon of demonstrations, refreshments and friendship. Meet people who love to talk about crafting and have lots of tips and experiences to share. If you can’t make it on the fourth for the open house, be sure to stop by the library before Feb. 28, to see the wonderful gallery and display case exhibit these talented ladies have put together for your enjoyment. Don’t forget to vote for your favorite design in the Nimblefingers Table Runner Challenge.