Voorheesville Library Notes for Friday, October 16, 2015
“This beautiful hooked-rug wall hanging, by Barbara Meilinger, is just one of the many colorful creations on display at the library this month," says Lynn Kohler, administrative assistant at the Voorheesville Public Library.
Barbara Lukas from WMHT will present a wonderful family engagement program based on the book “Bear Snores On” by Karma Wilson at the Voorheesville Public Library on Saturday, Oct. 17 at 10:15 a.m. Families will read the book collectively and share exciting and educational book-based activities. Intended for children ages pre-kindergarten through grade 2 and their families. Registration is requested.
WWI movie matinee
Join us on Sunday, Oct. 18 at 2 p.m. to view “The Water Diviner,” rated R. Director/actor Russell Crowe plays Australian farmer Joshua Connor, who, in 1919, goes in search of his three missing sons, last known to have fought against the Turks in the bloody Battle of Gallipoli.
This movie is part of "The Great War Remembrance Series" of educational programs.
Halloween story time and costume parade
Bring the whole family and join Miss Amy in the fun for the whole family on Saturday, Oct. 24 at 10:15 a.m. A not-so-scary story time will be followed by trick or treating in our library and a Halloween party full of mummy-licious treats! Please feel free to come in costume. Registration is requested.
Creativity Lab: Skull T-shirts
Bring in a dark-colored T-shirt, and iron on a skull to celebrate Halloween or the Day of the Dead. Make your skull look tough, or more like a fancy Mexican sugar skull by adding stencils. The lab will begin at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 25 and is intended for kids in grades 4 and up. Registration is requested.
Money Matters
Voorheesville Key Bank manager, Guy Prisciandaro, will be offering a free financial seminar about preparing for your needs today and in the future. Some of the topics addressed will include saving for emergencies, preparing to retire, and passing assets on to the next generation. You won’t want to miss out on this worthwhile free money seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 28 at 7 p.m. Registration is requested.
October displays
Barbara Meilinger and Julie Stump are showing their beautiful wall hangings for the month of October. La Mini Scala are sharing their miniature scenes, which are incredible to-scale creations. Please be sure to stop by and enjoy all of this talent and creativity.
NYC bus trip
On Saturday, Dec. 5, you can enjoy a day at one of New York’s most exciting holiday destinations and support the library at the same time. The cost of the bus is $40 for Friends members; $45 for non-members. Paid reservations are accepted at the circulation desk. Payment in advance is required; no seat is reserved until payment has been received. For more details visit the library web site. Buses will leave Voorheesville at 7 a.m. and return at 11 p.m.