Westerlo Library Notes for Wednesday, August 10, 2022
“Station Eleven,” a novel by Emily St. John Mandel, details life after a fictional swine flu pandemic has devastated the world yet a small troupe of musicians and actors keep the remnants of art and humanity alive. The book will be discussed on Aug. 11 at the Westerlo Library.
Westerlo Public Library’s Oceans of Possibilities summer reading program continues on Aug. 16, at 10:30 a.m. with Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m.
On Aug. 17 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities. See you at the Westerlo Town Park pavilion!
August Spice
Take-and-Make
The August spice is garlic powder. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are Homemade Teriyaki Marinade, Garlic Roasted Brussels Sprouts, and Pimento Cheese Macaroni Salad.
Third Thursday
Book Club
August’s book club meets Aug. 11 (the second Thursday). The book is “Station Eleven” by Emily St. John Mandel. Copies are available at the circulation desk. We will resume meeting on third Thursdays in September.
Zoom art
Check our website (westerlolibrary.org) for the link to register for a virtual art program. “Paint the Sound: Music & Art,” on Aug. 17 at 1 p.m. The program can be done remotely on Zoom or at the library in the community room on the big screen. Art materials will be provided. Registration is not required to participate at the library.
“How can you paint the rhythm of a drum or the sound of a piano? This live zoom tour and workshop will explore the ways in which modern artists such as Pollock, Matisse, Bearden, and others were inspired by the Jazz age. Following a presentation and tour of the barn studio, work alongside an art educator as she demonstrates techniques for creating abstract art inspired by music. Have paint, drawing, or collage supplies on hand.”
Coming in September!
Story Time, Lego Club, and Homework Help are returning to the library in September. Starting Sept. 12, Lego Club will run from 3:30 to 5 p.m. on Mondays; Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m. will be Story Time; and Thursdays, from 3:30 to 5 p.m., we’ll have Homework Help and STEM activities.
STEAM ahead
August’s theme for STEAM take-and-makes is “Oceans of Possibilities” to go along with the summer programs. There are new kits every week.
Art exhibit
Come see the work of Bente Hirsch in the gallery space in the Hannay Community Room. Bente works in oils and pastels, and her favorite subjects are the Hilltowns. Her work will be on exhibit for July and August.The gallery is open during regular library hours.