Guilderland Library Notes for Wednesday, January 5, 2022
— Photo from redcross.org
The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Guilderland Public Library on Tuesday, Jan. 18, from 1 to 6 p.m. to help remedy the worst blood shortage in over a decade. Appointments to donate blood, platelets or plasma may be made at https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.html. Walk-ins are always welcome too. All January blood donors will automatically be entered to win an all-inclusive three-day trip to the 2022 Super Bowl in Los Angeles, or a cutting-edge home theater package.
January kicks off a new year, and the Fifth Annual Winter Reading Challenge for all ages, sponsored by Lerner Publishing. Our goal is to read 3,000 books and win prizes for all to enjoy.
This year’s theme is Read for a Better World, encouraging readers of all ages to explore diversity, empathy, and positive action through literature. Join in the fun by logging all of your reading this month on Beanstack, individually or as a family. Simply sign up or login at: https://guilderlandlibrary.beanstack.org/reader365.
Résumé help
Due to popular demand, computer coach Robin has added more time slots to help you get the most out of your Apple device! She can also assist with the Learning Express tool on our website to help you craft a winning résumé. Sign up on the Events tab of our website for your 1:1 virtual hour-long appointment on Mondays, Jan. 3, 10, 24, or 31 at the additional 5:30 p.m. time slot.
Live virtual
Story time
Meet us via Zoom for a lively interactive storytime on Thursday, Jan. 6, at 10:30 a.m., ideal for children from infants to age 5. We’ll read books, sing songs, and enjoy a fun time together! We also have ideas on props you can create at home to make the experience more interactive. Please register on the Events tab of our website for the link.
Board vacancies
The Guilderland Public Library Board of Trustees is looking to fill two short-term vacancies through June 2022. Interested individuals who are United States residents, Guilderland Central School District residents, and at least 18 years old are invited to submit a resume and a brief statement of interest to: by Jan. 10, 2022.
Night Owls Online
“The Hellfire Club” by Jake Tapper, centered on 1950s Washington, D.C. intrigue, is the subject of our next monthly evening book discussion on Monday, Jan. 10, at 7:30 p.m. Please register on the Events tab of our website for the link to participate via Zoom.
Activity kit
Kids in kindergarten through second grade can practice letters, do a word search, count to 100 and more with this fun and educational kit. We’ve included crayons, a pencil, and a shaker egg, plus suggestions for songs, age-appropriate digital resources, and winter-themed activities. Register on the Events tab of our website, then pick up the kit from Tuesday, Jan. 11, through Sunday, Jan. 16.
Intuitive eating
Tired of the January dieting ritual? Registered dietitian Mariel Baron provides the knowledge and inspiration needed to ditch restrictive diets and ultimately find freedom through a five-part virtual program entitled “Intro to Intuitive Eating: A Non-Diet Approach” starting Wednesday, Jan. 12, at 7 p.m. Sign up on the Events tab of our website.
Holiday closing
The library will be closed on Monday, Jan. 17, in commemoration of Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Our digital resources, online catalog, and parking-lot Wi-Fi are available 24/7.
Blood drive
The American Red Cross is reporting a dangerously low blood supply — the worst in over a decade. The Red Cross is holding a blood drive at GPL on Tuesday, Jan. 18, from 1 to 6 p.m. Appointments to donate blood, platelets, or plasma may be made at https://www.redcross.org/give-blood.html. Walk-ins are always welcome too.
All January blood donors will automatically be entered to win two fabulous prizes: an all-inclusive three-day trip to the 2022 Super Bowl in Los Angeles or a cutting-edge home theater package.
Memoirs in the Morning
We’re reading “Between Two Kingdoms: A Memoir of a Life Interrupted” by Suleika Jaouad for our next online meetup on Wednesday, Jan. 19, at 10:30 a.m. Call 518-456-2400, ext. 3 or email for assistance placing a hold, then sign up on the Events tab of our website.
Can’t make our virtual discussion? Look for the “Memoirs in the Morning” Goodreads Group to participate with us anytime.
Browsing hours
Masks are required for patrons ages 2 and up. GPL policies based on current COVID conditions are outlined in our Pandemic Operations Plan, accessible on our website. Current hours are: Monday through Thursday from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m; Friday from 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Saturday from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.; and Sunday 1 to 5 p.m.