“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.

 

As part of the Westerlo Library’s Oceans of Possibilities Summer Programs, on Aug. 9 and 16, at 10:30 a.m., there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m.

On Aug. 10 and 17 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities.  See you at the Westerlo Town Park pavilion! 

 Artist 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. 

 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. 

 Walking Group 

The Westerlo Library has a Walking Group. We meet at the library, Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. All are welcome to walk! Bring a water bottle and book suggestions 

 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.   

 Zoom art

for anyone 

Check our website (westerlolibrary.org) for the link to register for a virtual art program. Paint the Sound: Music and 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.” 

Trustees meet 

The Westerlo Library Board of Trustees meet on Monday, Aug. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Hannay Community Room of the library. This meeting is open to the public.

 

As part of the Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading programs by the Westerlo Public Library, on Aug. 2, 9, and 16, at 10:30 a.m., there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m. 

On Aug. 3, 10, and 17 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities.  See you at the Westerlo Town Park pavilion! 

Artist 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. 

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 third Thursdays in September. 

Walking Group

The Westerlo Library has a Walking Group. We meet at the library, Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Wednesdays at 9 a.m. All are welcome to walk! Bring a water bottle and book suggestions. 

STEAM ahead

July and 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 program

Check our website (westerlolibrary.org) for the link to register for a virtual art program, Paint the Sound: Music and 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.

“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.”

Trustees meet

The Westerlo Library Board of Trustees meet on Monday Aug. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Hannay Community Room of the library. This meeting is open to the public.

 

As part of the Oceans of Possibilities Summer Reading Program by Westerlo Public Library there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park on July 26, and Aug. 2, 9 and 16 (please note the added August dates) at 10:30 a.m. followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m.

On July 27 and Aug. 3, 10, and 17 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities.  See you at the Westerlo Town Park pavilion! 

 New 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. 

 Third Thursday

Book Club 

 The Third Thursday Book Club will meet on July 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss “The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell” by Robert Dugoni.  Copies are available at the library. August’s book club meets Aug. 11 (the second Thursday).  The book is “Station Eleven” by Emily St. John Mandel 

 Walking Group 

 The Westerlo Library has a Walking Group. We meet at the library, Tuesdays at 6 p.m. and Wednesdays at 9 a.m.. All are welcome to walk! Bring a water bottle and book suggestions 

 July Spice

Take-and-Make 

The July spice is black pepper. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are lemon dill orzo with snap peas, black pepper culture butter biscuits, and black pepper beef stir fry. 

 STEAM ahead 

July and 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.   

 ZOOM Art program 

Check our website (westerlolibrary.org) for the link to register for a virtual art program, Paint the Sound: Music and 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.

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.

 

Bente Hirsch, who works in oils and pastels, will have her artwork on display at the Westerlo Library in July and August. Her favorite subjects are the Helderberg Hilltowns.

Oceans of Possibilities is the theme for summer programs at the Westerlo Public Library. On July 12, 19, and 26 at 10:30 a.m., there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m. 

On July 20, and 27 and Aug. 3, 10, and 17 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities.  See you at the Westerlo Town Park pavilion!

New 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.

Third Thursday

Book Club

The Third Thursday Book Club will meet on July 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss “The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell” by Robert Dugoni. Copies are available at the library.

Walk and

Book Talk

The Westerlo Library has a Walking Group. We meet at the library, Wednesdays at 9 a.m. and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. All are welcome to walk!  Bring a water bottle and book suggestions.  If these times are not convenient, give a call at 518-797-3415 and we’ll come up with another time.

July Spice

Take-and-Make

The July spice is black pepper. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are lemon dill orzo with snap peas, black pepper cultured butter biscuits and black pepper beef stir fry.

STEAM ahead 

July and 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.

 

The Westerlo Library’s Oceans of Possibilities Summer Programs roll on.

On July 12, 19, and 26 at 10:30 a.m., there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m. 

On July 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities. The July 6 and 13 activities are put on by the 4-H. See you at the Westerlo Town Park pavilion!

Third Thursday

Book Club

The Third Thursday Book Club will meet on July 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss “The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell” by Robert Dugoni. Copies are available at the library.

Walk and

Book Talk

The Westerlo Library has a walking group. We meet at the library, Wednesdays at 9 a.m. . and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. All are welcome to walk! Bring a water bottle and book suggestions.

July Spice

Take-and-Make

The July spice is black pepper. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are Lemon Dill Orzo with Snap Peas, Black Pepper Cultured Butter Biscuits, and Black Pepper Beef Stir Fry.

STEAM ahead 

July and 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.

Trustees meet

The Westerlo Library Board of Trustees meets on Monday, July 11, at 7 p.m. in the Hannay Community Room of the library. This meeting is open to the public.

 

The Third Thursday Book Club will meet on July 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss “The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell” by Robert Dugoni. Copies are available at the library.

Walk and Book Talk

The Westerlo Library has a Walking Group. We meet at the library, Wednesdays at 9 a.m. starting June 22 and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. starting June 28. All are welcome to walk! Bring a water bottle and book suggestions.

Summer Reading

Coming in July!  Summer programs are coming soon.  On July 12, 19 and 26 at 10:30 a.m, there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m.  On July 6, 13, 20 and 27 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM activities. July 6 and 13 activities are put on by 4H.

StoryWalk is back

Come see the Westerlo Public Library’s StoryWalk in the Westerlo Town Park. Walk in the park and read “Sheep in a Jeep” by Nancy Shaw.

July Spice

Take-and-Make

The July spice is black pepper. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are Lemon Dill Orzo with Snap Peas, Black Pepper Cultured Butter Biscuits, and Black Pepper Beef Stir Fry.

STEAM ahead

July and August’s theme for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) take-and-makes is “Oceans of Possibilities” There are new kits every week.

 

The Third Thursday Book Club will meet on July 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss “The Extraordinary Life of Sam Hell” by Robert Dugoni. Copies are available at the library.

Walk and Book Talk

The Westerlo Library has a Walking Group. We meet at the library on Wednesdays at 9 a.m. (starting June 22) and Tuesdays at 6 p.m. (starting June 28). All are welcome to walk! Bring a water bottle and book suggestions.

Summer programs

Coming in July: Summer Programs are coming soon. On July 12, 19, and 26 at 10:30 a.m., there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m. 

On July 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities. July 6 and 13 activities are put on by the 4-H.

Come see

our gallery

The library is delighted to announce Eleanor Patton is exhibiting her work in the Hannay Community Room Gallery Space. Eleanor, a resident of Westerlo, works in pastels, pencil, watercolors, and collages. Her exhibit will be displayed for the months of May and June.

The gallery space is open during regular library hours: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2 to 7 p.m., Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

StoryWalk is Back

Come see the Westerlo Public Library’s StoryWalk in the Westerlo Town Park. Walk in the park and read “Sheep in a Jeep” by Nancy Shaw.

June Spice

Take-and-Make

The June spice is lavender. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are Lavender Honey Iced Coffee, Homemade Fudgy Lavender Brownies, and Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookie.  

STEAM ahead  

June’s theme for STEAM take-and-makes is “Nature.” There are new kits every week.

 

Sierra Crane Murdoch’s book “Yellow Bird” tells the true story of an Arikara woman, Lissa Yellow Bird, obsessed with solving a murder on an Indian reservation. The book, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, will be discussed on June 16 by the Westerlo Library’s Thursday Book Club.

For June, the Third Thursday Book Club is reading “Yellow Bird: Oil, Murder and a Woman’s Search for Justice in Indian Country” by Sierra Crane Murdoch.  Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. Join the discussion on June 16 at 6 p.m. in the library.

Summer Reading

Coming in July: Oceans of Possibilities — Summer Reading at the Westerlo Public Library. Summer programs are coming soon.

On July 12, 19, and 26 at 10:30 a.m., there will be Messy Play in the Westerlo Town Park, followed by Coffee Connect for parents at 11:30 a.m.

On July 6, 13, 20, and 27 at 6 p.m., there will be STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) activities with programs sponsored by 4-H.

Patton exhibit

The library is delighted to announce Eleanor Patton is exhibiting her work in the Hannay Community Room Gallery Space. Eleanor, a resident of Westerlo, works in pastels, pencil, watercolors, and collages.  Her exhibit will be displayed for the months of May and June.

The gallery space is open during regular library hours, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2 to 7 p.m., and Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

StoryWalk is back

Come see the Westerlo Public Library’s StoryWalk in the Westerlo Town Park. Walk in the park and read “Sheep in a Jeep” by Nancy Shaw.

June Spice

Take-and-Make

The June spice is lavender. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are Lavender Honey Iced Coffee, Homemade Fudgy Lavender Brownies, and Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookie.

STEAM ahead 

June’s theme for STEAM take-and-makes is “Nature.” There are new kits every week.

 

Sierra Crane Murdoch’s book “Yellow Bird” tells the true story of an Arikara woman, Lissa Yellow Bird, obsessed with solving a murder on an Indian reservation. The book, a Pulitzer Prize finalist, will be discussed on June 16 by the Westerlo Library’s Thursday Book Club.

The Westerlo Library is delighted to announce Eleanor Patton is exhibiting her work in the Hannay Community Room Gallery Space. Eleanor, a resident of Westerlo, works in pastels, pencil, watercolors, and collages.

Her exhibit will be displayed for the months of May and June. The gallery space is open during regular library hours, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 2 to 7 p.m., and Wednesday and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Third Thursday

Book Club

The book for June is “Yellow Bird: Oil, Murder and a Woman’s Search for Justice in Indian Country” by Sierra Crane Murdoch. Copies of the book are available at the circulation desk. Join the discussion on June 16 at 6 p.m. in the library.

StoryWalk is back

Come see the Westerlo Public Library’s StoryWalk in the Westerlo Town Park.  Walk in the park and read “Sheep in a Jeep” by Nancy Shaw.

June Spice Take-and-Make

The June spice is lavender. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. This month’s recipes are Lavender Honey Iced Coffee, Homemade Fudgy Lavender Brownies, and Lemon Lavender Shortbread Cookie.  

STEAM ahead 

June’s theme for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) take-and-makes is “Nature” There are new kits every week.  

Trustees meet

The Westerlo Library Board of Trustees will meet on Wednesday, June 15, at 7 p.m. in the Hannay Community Room at the Library. This meeting is open to the public.

 

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