Voorheesville Library Notes for Thursday, September 15, 2022
It’s not too late! The concert starts at 6:30 p.m. tonight. “The Evidence” is Rob Aronstein and Mike Derrico. Come on over to the library to enjoy an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, pop, and rock tunes. This concert is co-sponsored by the Music Performance Trust Fund and Voorheesville Public Library, arranged by the Albany Musicians Association.
Book sale
The Friends of the Library annual Fall Book Sale will be held Sept. 16 to 18. There are books, puzzles, cd’s, dvd’s, books on media, bake sale items and raffles. Friday, Sept. 16, noon to 7 p.m., is for members only, with FOL memberships available for purchase at the door. Saturday, Sept. 17, 10 to 4 p.m., and Sunday, Sept, 18 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., are open to the public. Raffle winners will be drawn at 2 p.m. Sunday. You do not need to be present to win.
Geology hike
Join us as we explore the landscape of Thacher Park at 1 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 17. We will meet at the Paint Mine parking area, across the street from the visitor center. We’ll learn about the caves, rock faults, and the history of the park. This hike is appropriate for adults and seniors. Please register on the library calendar. This hike is subject to weather cancellation.
Poetry reading
Join local poet and published author Dr. Dennis Sullivan at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20, for a reading from his latest collection of poems,“Thirty-Two Views of the Face of God.” Dr. Sullivan will do a short reading, and then lead a discussion about poetry’s relationship to spiritual life. Dr. Sullivan will also have copies of his latest book, “Homeward Bound,” available for purchase. Light refreshments will be available.
Banned Books
Read Out
The Capital Region Chapter of the New York Civil Liberties Union is teaming up with the Upper Hudson Library System to celebrate our constitutional right to read what we want, during National Banned Books Week. Please register on the library event calendar to watch a live simulcast Zoom event from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 22.
Teen Time
Students in grades 6 and up are invited to register for this after school program for 3 p.m., Friday, Sept. 23. Come to the library to unwind and play games with your friends. We have Switch games on the big screen, or tabletop games. You can craft or sew or use the maker equipment. Snacks are provided.
The Great Give Back
Every year, the library does a community wide donation drive. This year, we will be supporting “Sleep in Heavenly Peace”. SHP is a volunteer organization that builds beds for kids (ages 3-17) who are sleeping on the floor. From Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, the library will be collecting new (in original packaging) twin sheet sets, comforters, and pillows.
Children’s or teen-themes are appropriate, as are solid colors. In addition, we’ll also be collecting funds to build beds. For more ways to be involved, visit www.shpbeds.org. Thank you in advance, for your generosity.