The Westerlo Library Board of Trustees is meeting Monday, Nov. 8, at 7 p.m. in the Hannay Community Room of the library. The public is invited to attend.
Third Thursday
Book Club
The book club is reading “Educated” by Tara Westover. You can pick up a copy at the library. The discussion will be on Nov. 18 at 6 p.m. in the library.
Spice take-and-make
The spice for November is allspice. Pick up a sample and three recipes at the library. The recipes are Apple Butter, Roasted Carrots with Allspice, and Grilled Jamaican Jerk Chicken.
STEAM
November’s theme for STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) take-and-makes is life science. There are new kits every week.
Card expired?
If your library card has expired, give the library a call at 518-797-3415 or email to update your information and we will get you back in business.
— Photo by Amy Powarzynski
The Westerlo Library is challenging readers to create a Halloween costume for James Patterson by adorning the author photos on his books.
Check out a James Patterson book and give his author photo a Halloween costume! All artwork will be displayed until Halloween.
The Great Give Back
has been extended
The Westerlo Library will be participating in The Great Give Back by collecting toiletries for the Hilltown Community Resource Center. Bring your donations of toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, etc. to the library. We have a collection box and will deliver it to the resource center at the end of the month.
Calling all bakers!
The Westerlo Library is holding an Election Day Bake Sale on Nov. 2. You can help by baking for the bake sale. Give us a call 518-797-3415, email or sign up at the library.
Discover Dairy
The Westerlo Library is participating in the Discover Dairy program. We have been assigned a calf to follow for six months. Our calf is Darby from Dutch Hollow Farm. She was born on Sept. 24. More info to come!
Expired card?
If your library card has expired, give the library a call at 518-797-3415, update your information and we will get you back in business.
Back-to-school help
The theme for the October STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) kits is Physics Fun. In addition to our weekly STEAM 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.
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.
The Westerlo Library will be participating in The Great Give Back by collecting toiletries for the Hilltown Community Resource Center. Bring your donations of toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, etc. to the library. We have a collection box and will deliver it to the resource center at the end of the month.
Calling all bakers!
The Westerlo Library is holding an Election Day Bake Sale on Nov. 2. You can help by baking for the bake sale. Give us a call 518-797-3415, email or sign up at the library.
Trustees meet
The Westerlo Library Board of Trustees will meet on Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. in the library. This meeting is open to the public.
Card expired?
Give the library a call at 518-797-3415, update your information and we will get you back in business.
Third Thursday
Book Club
The October book is “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane. The Book Club will meet Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss, in the library.
Spice Club
The spice for October is cumin. Pick up a sample of cumin and three recipes. October’s recipes are Easy Indian Curry Lentil Soup with Turmeric and Cumin, Broccoli with Mustard Seeds and Cumin, and Easy Cumin Lamb.
Back-to-school help
The theme for the October STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) kits is Physics Fun. In addition to our weekly STEAM 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.
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.
The Westerlo Library will be participating in The Great Give Back by collecting toiletries for the Hilltown Community Resource Center. Bring your donations of toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, etc. to the library. We will have a collection box and will deliver it to the Resource Center after Oct. 16.
Calling all bakers!
The Westerlo Library is holding an Election Day Bake Sale on Nov. 2. You can help by baking for the bake sale. Give us a call 518-797-3415, email , or sign up at the library.
New cards
Has your library card expired?
Give the library a call at 518-797-3415, update your information, and we will get you back in business.
Third Thursday
Book Club
The October book is “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane. The Book Club will meet Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss, in the library.
Spice Club
The spice for October is cumin. Pick up a sample of cumin and three recipes. October’s recipes are Easy Indian Curry Lentil Soup with turmeric and cumin, broccoli with mustard seeds and cumin, and Easy Cumin Lamb.
Back-to-school help
The theme for the October STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, math) kits is Physics Fun. In addition to our weekly STEAM 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.
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.
Has your library card expired?
Give the library a call at 518-797-3415, update your information, and we will get you back in business.
Calling all bakers!
The Westerlo Library is holding an Election Day Bake Sale on Nov. 2. You can help by baking for the bake sale. Give us a call 518-797-3415, email , or sign up at the library.
The Great Giveback
The Westerlo Library will be participating in The Great Giveback by collecting toiletries for the Hilltown Community Resource Center. Bring your donations of toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, shampoo, etc. to the library. We will have a collection box and will deliver it to the Resource Center after Oct. 16.
Spice Club
The spice for October is cumin. Pick up a sample of cumin and three recipes. October’s recipes are Easy Indian Curry Lentil Soup with turmeric and cumin, broccoli with mustard seeds and cumin, and Easy Cumin Lamb.
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.
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 October book is “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane. The Book Club will meet Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss, in the library.
Calling all bakers! The Westerlo Library is holding an Election Day Bake Sale on Nov. 2. You can help by baking for the bake sale. Give us a call 518-797-3415, email
, or sign up at the library.
New StoryWalk
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 October book is “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane. The Book Club will meet Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss, in the library.
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.
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 October book is “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane. The Book Club will meet Oct. 21 at 6 p.m. to discuss, in the library.
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.
— 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.
— Photo from Amy Powarzynski
This lion has become the mascot for the Westerlo Library. He is looking for a name.
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.
Tails and Tales, our Summer Reading Program, is wrapping up.
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.
The Wildlife Journaling project is ongoing. Pick up a journal at the Westerlo Library and record your sightings by writing, drawing, or photo-taking. At the end of the summer, bring your journal to the library so we can see it and hear about your most exciting sightings.
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 Parmesean 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 meet
The board of trustees will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. in the library. This meeting is open to the public.
— Photo from Amy Powarzynski
This lion has become the mascot for the Westerlo Library. He is looking for a name.
Westerlo
By Amy Powarzynski
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.
Tails and Tales, our Summer Reading Program, is wrapping up.
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.
The Wildlife Journaling project is ongoing. Pick up a journal at the Westerlo Library and record your sightings by writing, drawing, or photo-taking. At the end of the summer, bring your journal to the library so we can see it and hear about your most exciting sightings.
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 Parmesean 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 meet
The board of trustees will meet on Tuesday, Sept. 21, at 7 p.m. in the library. This meeting is open to the public.
The Tails and Tales Summer Reading Program is wrapping up. 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.
The Wildlife Journaling project is ongoing. Pick up a journal at the Westerlo Library and record your sightings by writing, drawing, or photo-taking. At the end of the summer, bring your journal to the library so we can see it and hear about your most exciting sightings.
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 on the library patio 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 Parmesean 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 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.