Voorheesville Library Notes for Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Teen Time is back! Students in grades 6 and up can take the bus to the Voorheesville Public Library after school on Friday, Oct. 11 and 18, from 3 to 5 p.m., to unwind, play games, use the laptops, or make something. Space on the bus is limited; please register.
Costume Swap
Join us from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 12 for an all-ages costume swap! Bring what you can no longer use, take what you need now. Please bring clean, gently used costumes and accessories. We will take donations starting Oct. 7, during regular Library hours. Anything left over will be donated.
Second Sunday Film
The next Second Sunday film this month is a 2016 rated PG-13 sci-fi comedy.
“Following a ghost invasion of Manhattan, paranormal enthusiasts Erin Gilbert and Abby Yates, nuclear engineer Jillian Holtzmann, and subway worker Patty Tolan band together to stop the otherworldly threat,” says the (Internet Movie Database, describing the plot.
The film runs for one hour, 56 minutes. Stop by the library at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 13. No registration is needed. Light refreshments will be served.
Beading Workshop
Learn easy beading techniques from 6:00 to 8:00pm on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at the library. The library provides tools and offers a variety of beads to choose from, or you are welcome to bring your own supplies and projects along. Check out our beading books and magazines for inspiration. You may arrive at any time during the workshop that fits your schedule. Adults and teens ages 14 and up. Please register.
Uncluttering
Please register for this hour long organizational program, hosted by Uncluttered Albany, LLC. On Thursday, Oct.17, from 7 to 8 p.m., you will learn how to begin the uncluttering process, as well as some organizational and folding techniques.
Locked in the Library: Looking for Alaska
Students in grades 9 and up, please register and join us from 6 to 7:30 p.m., Friday, Oct. 18 for the novel “Looking for Alaska” by John Green. “First drink. First prank. First friend. First love. Last words.”
Get a copy, read up, and join us to discuss before the debut of the Hulu adaptation. Dinner will be served.
Ceramic Tile Painting with Alcohol Inks
Join us from 10:30 a.m. to noon, Saturday, Oct. 19 to make a unique, free-form decorative ceramic tile painting using alcohol inks. Basic application techniques will be demonstrated and different effects will be explored.
This is a fun and easy art form that does not require any artistic ability. You will be amazed at the results. Minimum age 10. Adults of all ages are welcome. All materials will be supplied, including a small easel to display your creation. It is suggested that you wear an old shirt, apron or smock. Please register.
Columbus Day
In observance of Columbus Day, the Library will close at 5 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 14.
Register
Registering for programs helps us to determine supply needs. Unless otherwise indicated, registration is requested for all programs. You can register in person, by phone at 518-765-2791, or by using our online calendar at http://voorheesvillelibrary.org/calendar.asp.