Bethlehem Library Notes for Wednesday, January 29, 2014

On Friday, Jan. 31, at 1 p.m., come to the Bethlehem Public Library and learn how to build a memoir out of moments, focusing on a single event and developing it into a one-page story from your life. The presenter is Mary Cuffe Perez an author and creator/director of The Story Quilt Project. This program is cosponsored by Bethlehem Senior Projects, Inc.

Take your child to the library

On Saturday, Feb. 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., join families across the nation as they introduce their children to the riches of the library on Take Your Child To The Library Day.

The Puppet People

On Saturday, Feb. 1, at 3 p.m., the Puppet People will present The Pirate of Book Island at the library. This is a special event for families.

Mendelssohn Club A Little Sunday Music

On Sunday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m., the Capital District men’s chorus will perform as part of A Little Sunday Music program at the library. They have performed continuously since 1909.

Knitting at the library

On Sunday, Feb. 2, at 2 p.m., bring a current project or, if you’re a beginner, bring size 8 knitting needles; we’ll provide some yarn to get you started. This program is for adults and children age nine and up.

Snowy stories

On Monday, Feb. 3, at 2 p.m. come to the library for themed stories for kids up to age six with family.

Tabletop gaming night

On Monday, Feb. 3, at 6:30 p.m., drop into the library for games and snacks. This program is for adults and teens age 16 and up.

Grant writing basics

On Wednesday, Feb. 5, at 7 p.m., grant specialist Joan Oliver will provide information on various aspects of grant writing of interest to artists, inventors, writers, nonprofit administrators, and others.