Westerlo Library Notes for Wednesday, September 8, 2021
— Photo from Amy Powarzynski
“The Little Blue Truck” is the new StoryWalk in the Westerlo town park.
There is a new StoryWalk in the Westerlo Town Park. Families can walk the StoryWalk, read and discuss “The Little Blue Truck” by Alice Schertle.
Back-to-School help
In addition to our weekly STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) take-and-make packets, we have a packet available that is designed to help families of school-aged children.
It contains sight words for children in pre-kindergarten through third grade; Order of Operation (PEMDAS — Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division (from left to right), Addition and Subtraction (from left to right) Rules; multiplication and division tables; rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing positive and negative numbers; and rules for adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing fractions.
If there are other topics that you would like us to cover, feel free to contact us at youth@westerlolibrary.org. All packets are free.
Name our lion
Our lion has become the official mascot of the Westerlo Library. Now he needs a name. Please send your suggestions to or drop in and tell us at the library
Historical Marker
Scavenger Hunt
We are having a historical marker scavenger hunt! Pick up your clues, map, and journal to participate. This project will be ongoing through the fall.
Third Thursday
Book Club
The book for September is “28 Summers” by Elin Hilderbrand. GoodReads says, “By the #1 New York Times bestselling author of Summer of ’69: Their secret love affair has lasted for decades — but this could be the summer that changes everything.” The library has some copies in reserve. Get yours soon! The book club will meet on Sept. 16 at the library at 6 p.m.
Spice Club
The spice for September is rosemary. Pick up a sample and three recipes to try. This month’s recipes are Rosemary Parmesan Roasted Sweet Potatoes, Rosemary Garlic White Beans, and Easy Rosemary Chicken Kabobs. Spice Club will meet virtually on Tuesday, Sept. 28, at 6 p.m. Connection information is on our website.
Trustees to meet
The Westerlo Library Board of Trustees will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. in the library. This meeting is open to the public.