Voorheesville Library Notes for Wednesday, August 5, 2020
Join the Middle School Virtual Book Club discussion of the new Hunger Games prequel: “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” by Suzanne Collins. The meeting will be held from 2:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6.
There will be games, activities, and trivia too! “The Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes” is the Read It Forward title for this summer so, if you get a copy, keep passing it along! You can also download a copy from Overdrive, Libby or Sora.
In addition, the audiobook is available on Hoopla. This meeting is for teens entering grades 6 to 8 in the fall. Please register to get the meeting link emailed to you!
Graphic Novel Book Club
Join us to discuss George Takei's graphic novel memoir, “They Called Us Enemy,” via GoToMeeting on Friday, Aug. 7 at 3 p.m. Participants may join through the video conference or by phone.
Please register to get an invitation. This book can be read digitally on Hoopla, Libby, and Overdrive. Several copies will be available to check out at the library. Please call to reserve: 518-765-2791.
Tarot Reading
Join this virtual program from 7 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 11, and learn about the history and meaning behind tarot reading with Ami Lahoff of Star + Splendor. Star + Splendor will offer a 15 percent off discount to anyone registered that would like to purchase a deck at the shop. A Go ToMeeting link will be sent on the day of the program.
Nature Diary-Journal Kit
Plan an outdoor adventure with our Nature Diary kit. Take a walk outside in your neighborhood or go for a hike. Write down your thoughts or draw pictures of the various flowers and animals you may see. Be creative. Each kit includes: notebook, embellishments and nature quotes, pencil/sharpener, eraser, glue stick and a set of colored pencils. Limited quantities available, please register.
Within a few days of registering you will receive an email regarding pick up of the Nature Diary Journal Kit. Families are welcome to request one kit
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Maker Monday
Club for Adults
Join the Maker Monday Club, with a new project every Monday. You can register online, or call the library at 518-765-2791. Once registered, you can stop by the library to pick up your free project kit. Take your kit home to enjoy some creativity time.
In-house browsing
and computers
A limited number of appointments are available Monday-Friday to browse for and check out materials or computer use. Appointments must be made in advance by phone. Please call Monday through Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. 518-765-2791 to schedule your appointment.
Each appointment slot is for one person only. Each appointment is for a maximum of 30 minutes. Any person entering the building is expected to: wear a mask; follow 6-feet physical distancing; follow directional arrows on the floor. Restrooms remain closed to the public.
All curbside services will remain during this time. Only the outdoor book drop may be used to return books - please do not bring returns into the building. All items on the shelves have been quarantined for a minimum of 72 hours.