Candidates for Westerlo town offices will be on hand Tuesday, April 30, from 6 to 7 p.m. at the Westerlo Library. Stop in, say “hello,” and get to know them better.
They will answer your questions, listen to your concerns, and take note of your suggestions for the future of Westerlo.
Calling all bakers!
The library’s annual Book & Bake Sale will be held Saturday, May 11 — the day before Mother’s Day — from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the library. Donations of baked goods are welcomed. A sign-up sheet is at the circulation desk.
Everyone else — mark your calendars! This is your chance to treat Mom to something sweet on her special day! There will also be a selection of books, music and videos for sale, along with our lightweight book bags.
We couldn’t do it without the support of our community. Thanks to our friends and patrons who support our book and bake sales and allow us to “keep the change” when paying for faxes or copies. Every penny makes a difference!
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with Lego. Lego uses play to open up the world of math, science and cooperative problem-solving to young minds.
The colorful blocks ignite natural curiosity and build confidence as children bring their ideas to life. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
Teen Hang-Out: Kids, grades seven through 12, come to the Westerlo Library on Saturday, April 20, from noon till 2 p.m. Play games, make crafts, hang out with your friends and make new ones! The introductory event will be a Mario Kart Championship with prizes and refreshments.
“Let’s Face It”
Seventeen of Rensselaerville artist Bruce Robert Barker’s charcoal and pastel portraits are on display in the Hannay Room at the library.
These finely rendered portraits hint at veiled secrets and emotions in their subjects. What stories lie behind the features captured in historical figures, a veritable rogue’s gallery of instantly recognizable politicians, and seemingly ordinary folk?
The show will be at the library through the end of April, and can be seen during regular library hours.
Our thanks to Peter Keitel, former President of the Bethlehem Art Association, for curating the exhibit.
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with Lego. Lego uses play to open up the world of math, science and cooperative problem-solving to young minds.
The colorful blocks ignite natural curiosity and build confidence as children bring their ideas to life. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
The April edition of BookPage is here! Discover your next great book with a free copy.
BookPage is a monthly book-review and selection guide to the best new books published every month. The tone is upbeat and literate, focusing on bestsellers as well as new discoveries.
All of the content from the print edition is also posted on BookPage.com each month. Did you miss last month’s issue? Check our “free shelf” for back issues.
Memoir Writing Group
The Memoir Writing Group will meet this Saturday, April 13, at 11 a.m. This group provides its members a safe and supportive place to learn together.
Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group is open to all who are interested in self-expression through the art of writing. The group meets once a month on the second Saturday of each month and new members are welcome.
Artists’ Group
The Artists Group will meet Tuesday, April 16, from 2:15 to 4 p.m. This group provides its members an opportunity to make art together in a spirit of fun and support.
Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group meets the third Tuesday of the month in the library’s Hannay Community Room, which is also an art gallery.
Beginners are welcome. Bring paper and pencil. If you can sign your name, you can learn to draw! Experienced artists bring your favorite medium.
Book talk
April is Poetry Month! Do you have a poem to share?
The library’s book discussion group will meet Thursday, April 18, at 6 p.m. Poetry or prose, read for pure pleasure and share your favorites with the group. Please join us. New members are welcome!
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with Lego. Lego uses play to open up the world of math, science and cooperative problem-solving to young minds.
The colorful blocks ignite natural curiosity and build confidence as children bring their ideas to life. Miss Lee is also availablHeading 3e for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
The Westerlo Board of Library Trustees will meet on Monday, April 8, at 7 p.m. in the Hannay Room at the library. This is an open public meeting.
GOP meets
The Town of Westerlo Republican Committee will meet on Tuesday, April 9, at 6 p.m. in the Hannay Room at the library. This is an open public meeting.
Read to Lefty
Lefty will be back next Friday, April 12, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Drop in to “Check it out!” and read with Lefty. (Librarians love saying, “Check it out.”)
Lefty is a registered therapy dog. Our thanks to Eric Markson for volunteering his time and sharing Lefty with us.
Memoir Writing Group
The Memoir Writing Group will meet next Saturday, April 13, at 11 a.m. This group provides its members a safe and supportive place to learn together.
Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group is open to all who are interested in self-expression through the art of writing. The group meets once a month on the second Saturday of each month and new members are welcome.
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with Lego. Lego uses play to open up the world of math, science and cooperative problem-solving to young minds.
The colorful blocks ignite natural curiosity and build confidence as children bring their ideas to life. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
The Westerlo Public Library is proud to announce a $500 grant from the Stewart’s Holiday Match Program. This grant will be used to purchase membership passes to local museums that primarily serve children and families.
This is a new direction for our library. Offering museum passes to our patrons will expand our services to children and families beyond the books and materials within our own walls to the rich educational and cultural resources a short drive away in the Capital Region. (Watch this spot for future announcements of new museum passes!)
It is through the support of individuals and local charitable organizations, like Stewart’s Foundation and its very generous customers, that we are able to strengthen our existing programs, and develop new and innovative library projects to serve our patrons and the community at large.
Since 1986, Stewart’s Foundation and its Holiday Match customers have awarded over $28 million to thousands of community organizations that serve children’s recreation and education. Thank you, Stewart’s!
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with Lego. Lego uses play to open up the world of math, science and cooperative problem-solving to young minds.
The colorful blocks ignite natural curiosity and build confidence as children bring their ideas to life. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
The Artists Group will meet at the Westerlo Library on Tuesday, March 19, from 2:15 to 4 p.m. This group provides its members with an opportunity to make art together in a spirit of fun and support.
Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group meets on the third Tuesday of the month in the library’s Hannay Community Room, which is also an art gallery.
Beginners are welcome. Bring paper and a pencil. If you can sign your name, you can learn to draw! Experienced artists, bring your favorite medium.
Book talk
Are you looking for the cure to cabin fever? Spring into reading! The library’s book discussion group will meet Thursday, March 21, at 6 p.m.
Read for pure pleasure and share your favorites with the group. Please join us. New members are welcome!
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with Lego. Lego uses play to open up the world of math, science and cooperative problem-solving to young minds.
The colorful blocks ignite natural curiosity and build confidence as children bring their ideas to life. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
“Let’s Face It,” an exhibit of 17 portraits by Rensselaerville artist Bruce Robert Barker will be on display at the Westerlo Library through the end of April..
Seventeen of Rensselaerville artist Bruce Robert Barker’s charcoal and pastel portraits are on display in the Hannay Room at the Westerlo Library.
These finely rendered portraits hint at veiled secrets and emotions in their subjects. What stories lie behind the features captured in historical figures, a veritable rogue’s gallery of instantly recognizable politicians, and seemingly ordinary folk?
Born and raised in Albany County, Bruce earned a bachelor of arts degree in studio art (sculpture) from the State University of New York College at Geneseo, completed graduate study in sculpture at the University at Albany and the University of Iowa (under the tutelage of Richard Stankiewicz and Julius Schmidt respectively), and received a master of arts degree in education from The College of Saint Rose.
Bruce has worked as a custom cabinet maker and architectural woodworker, civil engineering draftsman, architectural project manager, and machine component designer with several local and international companies. He has taught technical drawing, computer-aided design and solid modelling, woodworking, welding, and metal casting in three area school districts.
He also plays guitar and bass in various bands and is a builder of string instruments.
The show will be at the library during the months of March and April, and can be seen during regular library hours.
Our thanks to Peter Keitel, former President of the Bethlehem Art Association, for curating the exhibit.
Trustees meet
The Westerlo Board of Library Trustees will meet on Monday, March 11, at 7 p.m. in the Hannay Room at the library. This is an open public meeting.
GOP meets
The Town of Westerlo Republican Committee will meet on Tuesday, March 12, at 6 p.m. in the Hannay Room at the library. This is an open public meeting.
Coffee & Conversation
After you’ve enjoyed a hearty Firemen’s Breakfast at Woodman Hall this Saturday, March 9, stop by the library for a cup of coffee. Check out the new art exhibit and chat with your neighbors.
No shushing. We’re about way more than books!
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with LEGO. We supply the blocks; you bring the imagination. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
Lefty the dog will not be with us on March 1.He will be back next Friday, March 8, from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Drop in to “Check it out!” and read with Lefty. (Librarians love saying, “Check it out.”)
If your child is self-conscious or reluctant to read, he or she may feel more comfortable reading to a dog. Because dogs aren’t judgmental, the child relaxes and focuses on the reading.
Lefty is a registered therapy dog. Our thanks to Eric Markson for volunteering his time and sharing Lefty with us.
Memoir Writing Group
The Memoir Writing Group will meet next Saturday, March 9, at 11 a.m. This group provides its members a safe and supportive place to learn together. Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group is open to all who are interested in self-expression through the art of writing.
The group meets once a month on the second Saturday of each month and new members are welcome.
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with LEGO. We supply the blocks; you bring the imagination. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
Thirteen of Freehold artist Rita Buttiker’s pastel paintings and charcoal drawings are on display in the Hannay Room at the Westerlo Library through the end of February.
Rita’s landscapes record the natural beauty she observes in the Catskill region. Whether a shaded woodland path or a bubbling stream bursting through the snow, she draws the viewer in.
Rita has won numerous prizes and awards for her work and has exhibited widely in the Capital Region.
Our thanks to Rita for sharing her work and to Peter Keitel, former president of the Bethlehem Art Association, for curating the exhibit.
Read to Lefty
Lefty will be back next Friday, March 1 from 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. Drop in to “Check it out!” and read with Lefty. (Librarians love saying, “check it out.”)
Lefty is a registered therapy dog. Our thanks to Eric Markson for volunteering his time and sharing Lefty with us.
Lego Club
Drop in on Monday afternoons from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. to play and create with LEGOs. We supply the blocks; you bring the imagination. Miss Lee is also available for homework help.
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.
The Westerlo Library will be closed on Monday, Feb. 18, in observance of Presidents Day.
Artists Group
The Artists Group will meet Tuesday, Feb. 19, from 2:15 to 4 p.m. This group provides its members an opportunity to make art together in a spirit of fun and support.
Led by Lila Hollister Smith, the group meets the third Tuesday of the month in the library’s Hannay Community Room, which is also an art gallery.
Beginners are welcome. Bring paper and pencil. If you can sign your name, you can learn to draw! Experienced artists bring your favorite medium.
Book talk
The library’s book discussion group will meet Thursday, Feb. 21, at 6 p.m. (new time!). Read for pure pleasure and share your favorites with the group. Please join us. New members are welcome!
Story time
Join Miss Lee Wednesday mornings from 11 a.m. to noon for stories, songs, and movement activities designed for infants to children up to five 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.
Technology Walk-In Wednesdays
Do you have a new smartphone or tablet, but don’t know how to download digital materials? 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 information
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.