Westerlo Library Notes for Friday, January 22, 2016

Two new creative support groups are forming at the Westerlo Public Library and we’re looking for members.   

The artists’ group will provide support to its members’ work and growth as artists — beginner or professional. It’s about encouraging creativity, not critique.  It is not about competition, shows, or sales.

The memoir writing group will provide its members a safe place to learn together with people that are accepting and supportive. The group is about creating, not criticism.

It is about the practice of remembering and writing. It is not about publishing, polishing, or picking out the problems.

Lila Hollister Smith will lead both of these new groups.  She is a founding member of the Capital District Textile Artists Group and leads the library's quilting group. She also teaches, gives trunk show talks, and exhibits in art galleries. 

The library is a great place to meet like-minded individuals.  If you are interested in joining any of these groups, please contact the library.

Crafters meet

The Westerlo Library Quilting Group will meet on Saturday, Jan. 23, at 11 a.m. at the library.  Members show and share techniques, gadgets, projects and ideas — you may get help with problems or inspiration.

Bring any fabric or fiber (knit, crochet, weaving, etc.) project to show.  We would love to see what you can do. 

Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group is open to all crafters who use fibers and textiles at all skill levels.  The group meets the second and fourth Saturday of each month and new members are welcomed. 

Story time

From 11 a.m. to noon on Wednesday mornings, Miss Lee presents stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to 5 years old.  In addition to developing pre-reading skills, singing, moving to music, and playing instruments, all help foster a sense of rhythm and timing that are essential elements in developing the part of a child’s brain that shapes math skills. 

Story times are also a great opportunity to meet other parents of small children in Westerlo.

After school

Join Miss Lee on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. for homework help, games, crafts, puzzles, music, and a lot more.  Programs will also include storytelling, hands-on demonstrations, and visits from special guests.  Lee is also available on Thursdays from 3 to 8 p.m. for homework help.

Technology

Walk-In Wednesdays

Do you have a new Kindle or Nook, but don’t know how to download books?  Need to brush up on your computer skills — or obtain basic skills?

See Amy on Wednesdays between 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. for free, personalized, one-on-one instruction.

More info

All library programming is free (unless otherwise noted) and open to the public.  For more information, contact the library during business hours at (518) 797-3415, visit westerlolibrary.org or find us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/westerlolibrary.