Voorheesville Library Notes for Wednesday, April 27, 2022
Join nationally recognized teacher and author, Diana Graber, as we read and discuss her book, “Raising Humans in a Digital World: Helping Kids Build a Healthy Relationship with Technology.” We will discuss how and at what age to introduce children to technology, online safety questions/concerns, and the most popular social media networks and games.
A limited number of paperback books are available through the generosity of the Friends of the Library. The book can also be borrowed through the library, as well as Hoopla. All registrants will receive the Zoom link prior to the program, which will be held at 7 p.m. on Thursday, May 12.
History walk
with Dennis Ulion
Please register for this trip down memory lane with local history guide Dennis Ulion. Learn about Voorheesville, and how it came to be. Comfortable clothes and walking shoes are recommended, as the walk is more than 2 miles. We’ll meet at St. Matthews overflow parking lot at 9:15 a.m., Saturday May 7, and head out from there.
Teen Time:
Unplugged
Students in grade 6 and up are encouraged to come to the library after school at 3 p.m., Friday, May 6. Since it is unplugged week, you can tackle a breakout challenge, play board games, use our STEAM tools, craft supplies, or cook your own snack. There is lots more that you can do without a screen to unwind.
Magic The Gathering
We will be gathering at 2 p.m., Sunday, May 8 in the library community room to play the world’s most popular strategy card game. All ages and abilities are welcome to try to outsmart opponents in a battle of wits and strategy. Free decks are available for beginners, but everyone is welcome to choose some cards from our large supply. Please register.
Social Security
retirement benefits
Please register for and join us at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 10, as we welcome John Kalil, founder of Retirement Solutions, LLC. This one-hour program is designed to help pre-retirees learn how to maximize their retirement income and get the most from their social security benefits.
Unplugged Palooza
Family Fun Night
Don’t forget Family Fun Night, Wednesday, May 4, from 6 to 8 p.m., at Wallace Park on Swift Road.
There will be games and fun activities for children of all ages, and their families. Rain date is Thursday, May 5. No registration is needed.
Bead creative
Teens in grade 9 and up, and adults of all ages, are invited to register for this program in the time slot that best fits your schedule. Join Ms. Sternklar at 2 p.m., or 6 p.m., on Wednesday May 11 and learn some beading techniques that will help you to create some beautiful beadwork. The hardest part will be selecting your beads from our large selection.
Register
Registering for programs helps us to determine supply needs. Unless otherwise indicated, registration is requested for all programs. You can register in person, by phone 518-765-2791 or using our online calendar at http://voorheesvillelibrary.org/calendar.asp. You do NOT need to be a resident of Voorheesville to attend a program.