Guilderland Library Notes for Wednesday, August 4, 2021
— Photo by Luanne Nicholson
The circulation desk is being assembled at the Guilderland Public Library as part of its major construction project, which is expected to conclude around Labor Day.
Coach Robin returns to offer tech or résumé help. Get the most out of your Apple device, or craft a winning résumé with the Learning Express tool on our website, with customized virtual assistance. Schedule your one-on-one appointment for Monday Aug. 9, 16, 23, or 30 at 6:30 p.m. on the Events tab of our website.
Online book discussion
Our Night Owls Online group returns on Monday, Aug. 9 at 7:30 p.m. to discuss New York Times Bestseller” Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents,” by Pulitzer Prize-winning author Isabel Wilkerson. After obtaining a copy of the book, register on the Events tab of our website to participate in this virtual discussion,
SRP Pet Week
Our all-ages Tails & Tales Summer Reading Program fun continues with Pet Week Aug. 9-13! Check our Events calendar frequently at guilderlandlibrary.org and register up to two weeks in advance, or call us at 518-456-2400 ext. 3.
More SRP details for kids and teens may be found at: https://guilderlandlibrary.org/srp and on our GPL Kids and Families Facebook page. For adult information, go to: https://guilderlandlibrary.org/adultsrp. To find out about teen community service opportunities, please see: https://guilderlandlibrary.org/teenvolunteers.
Activity kits
Preschoolers can craft their very own pet-themed hand puppet, while teens can decorate a throwback pet rock. After registering online (or by calling 518-456-2400 ext. 3), pick up the desired kit(s) curbside Tuesday, Aug. 10 to Saturday, Aug. 13. Any unclaimed kits will be available on a first-come first-served basis starting Monday, Aug. 16.
Virtual PJ Story Time
Little ones (and their grown-ups) are invited to settle in with us for a calm and cozy storytime on Wednesday, Aug. 11 at 6:30 p.m. Bring your favorite stuffed pal too! There will be books, songs, and rhymes - the perfect wind-down to a warm summer day. Sign up on the Events tab of our website for the link. Dog Toys in the Park
Meet us at the Large Pavilion in Tawasentha Park on Friday, Aug. 13 at 2:30 p.m. to make a squeaking tug toy your dog will enjoy! All supplies will be provided. We recommend leaving your furry friend at home and surprising them with the finished creation. Please register on our website for this family/all ages event.
New Café
Our new café is currently being constructed, and we’re looking for a tenant to operate it. Please see https://bit.ly/GPLCafeRFPs for more information. The deadline for requests for proposals is Wednesday, Aug. 11 at noon.
Decoding cats
Learn all about feline behavior from the perspective of the evolutionary and adaptive forces that help shape cats’ lives. Why are certain cats more confident than others? How do their own mother/kitten relationships shape their relationships with humans? What is the Cycle of Predation?
On Tuesday, Aug. 17 at 7:30 p.m., Feline Behaviorist Stephen Quandt will help unlock some of these mysteries, answer questions, and offer behavior advice. Sign up on our website for this virtual program.
Construction update
We’re close to completion, on budget and 11 months ahead of schedule with our extensive building project, which is expected to conclude around Labor Day. More details may be found at: https://bit.ly/GPLbuildingproject. Due to limited interior space from construction plus social distancing constraints, GPL is not currently open to public browsing. Please note: masks are required upon entering our curbside room.
Curbside bags
Patrons sometimes ask why we use plastic bags for curbside pickup items. The answer is that it’s acceptable for not-for-profits like us to use plastic bags; this practice is only illegal for businesses. Furthermore, plastic is waterproof, far cheaper than paper, holds multiple items together, and ensures privacy. If someone does not want the plastic bag, they may place it inside the green plastic bag recycling bin in the curbside room.
Contact us
Call 518-456-2400 or email ; and check www.guilderlandlibrary.org, Facebook and Instagram for further information. Also, consider subscribing to weekly updates at: http://bit.ly/GPLeNews, and to our YouTube channel for engaging storytimes and more.