Voorheesville Library Notes for Thursday, July 26, 2018
Students entering fifth grade and up should register to meet New York State Archeologist and author Lois Miner Huey.
She will be at the Voorheesville Public Library to discuss her thrilling nonfiction books on Thursday, July 26, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Books will be available for sale and author signing.
Lego Jr. Maker Event
Children entering kindergarten through third grade, and a parent or caregiver are invited to join us at 1:30 p.m., on Friday, July 27, to put some bricks together and build!
Get inspired by reading about building and creativity, then make whatever you’d like. This creative program will foster problem-solving skills and encourage storytelling. Please register.
Maker Faire
Interested in seeing what local folks are making? Visit the Maker Faire from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 28. Exhibitors include Handmade by Aly Parrott, among other artists and creative minds.
The Emack & Bolio’s Ice Cream Truck will visit to make everyone happy! Our Maker Week students will show off their projects, and teach you how to make something. Open to all, school-age kids to adults; no registration is necessary.
Pig Out on Reading
We will be going hog wild at the library on Monday, July 30!
Join our friend, Farmer Minor, his beloved pig, Daisy, and their pug pals to hear about life on the farm and about Daisy’s travels. Pucker up and get ready to give Daisy a big smooch or just a friendly pat.
Pigs and pugs love to share the joy of reading! The fun starts at 6:30 p.m. People of all ages are welcome. No registration is required.
July Artist
This is the last week for community members to enjoy the artwork of local artist Diane Wozniak. Diane enjoys painting local scenes, including many in and around Voorheesville.
Please be sure to stop by the library this week, and wander through the gallery. Original local artwork is always a welcome gift.
Ukulele for Beginners
Ukuleles are such fun instruments, even for beginners. If you own one, bring yours along on Tuesday, July 31, for a group lesson with Darcy Morrison.
If not, there will be several available for you to borrow. Class will start at 6:30 p.m. and will run until 8 p.m. this is for kids n seventh grade and up, and also for adults; please register.
Hannaford bags
The Friends of the Voorheesville Library want to be sure you have heard about the Community Bags available for purchase at the Voorheesville Hannaford during the month of July. For every reusable Community Bag purchased at the Voorheesville Hannaford for $2.50, during the month of July, the Friends will receive a $1 donation. The bags are located by the cash registers.
Register
Registering for programs helps us to determine supply needs. Unless otherwise indicated, registration is requested for all programs. You may register in person, by phone at 518-765-2791, or by using our online calendar at http://voorheesvillelibrary.org/calendar.asp.