Join us for a live concert at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 15. The Evidence, a duo of musicians with an eclectic mix of jazz, blues, pop, and rock tunes, will perform.

Rob Aronstein and Mike Derrico have been working together since the mid-1980s, and cover tunes from James Taylor, The Grateful Dead, and British Invasion groups, as well as many others. This concert is funded by the Music Performance Trust Fund, arranged by the Albany Musicians Association, Local 14, AFM. It’s also co-sponsored by the Jim Clark Community Performance Fund.

Preschool story time

Children ages 2-5 w/caregiver are invited to join us for a fun, interactive storytime, 10 a.m., Tuesday,  Sept. 13. With an emphasis on early literacy, our program always includes an art activity that can be completed at the library or at home. No registration needed. 

History walk

The next history walk with Dennis Ulion is scheduled for 9:30 a.m., Friday, Sept. 9. This is a lovely time of the year to walk the quiet streets of Voorheesville, and learn its history. Please register and plan to wear comfortable clothes and shoes for this 2 hour tour. 

The Great Give Back

Every year, the library does a community wide donation drive. This year, we will be supporting “Sleep in Heavenly Peace”. SHP is a volunteer organization that builds beds for kids (ages 3-17) who are sleeping on the floor.

From Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, the library will be collecting new (in original packaging) twin sheet sets, comforters, and pillows. Children’s or teen-themes are appropriate, as are solid colors. In addition, we’ll also be collecting funds to build beds. For more ways to be involved, visit www.shpbeds.org. Thank you in advance, for your generosity.

 Bead Creative

For all those patrons asking when the beading program would be back, it is here! Please register to join us at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Sept. 14, for this fun program. We have a large supply of beads and tools, as well as many examples of projects you can try. This program is appropriate for ages 15 and up. 

Thursday Afternoon Movies

The Thursday Afternoon Movies will start up again at 1 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 8. Join us for a classic movie and some classic movie trivia. Check our calendar for upcoming titles. 

“Inside the Green Lobby”

There is no registration needed for this author talk and book signing, 6 to 8 p.m., Tuesday, Sept. 15. Join veteran environmentalist and author, Bernard C. Melewski, as we discuss his book “Inside the Green Lobby: The Fight to Save the Adirondack Park.” Copies of the book will be available to purchase at the event. Light refreshments will be served.

Book sale

The Friends of the Library annual Fall Book Sale will be held Sept. 16 to 18. Please check their facebook page for donation information.

Library Tots

Children ages 0-30 months w/caregiver are invited to join Miss Lisa at 10 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 15, for Library Tots. We’ll play indoors, using songs, fingerplays, and body movement. No registration is needed.

 

Members of the RoundTable Art Group are exhibiting their work at the Voorheesville Public Library this month. The artists work in a variety of mediums such as acrylic, watercolor, collage, pastel, and photography.

The group numbers about 15 artists and member experience ranges from years to decades. Some members are formally trained while others are self-taught.

The group’s mission is to celebrate diversity and connection in the making of art, to share their art with the Capital District, and to welcome new members into the group. Please be sure to stop by the library for this month’s exhibit. 

Voorheesville

History Walk

Join local history guide Dennis Ulion at 9:30 a.m, Saturday, Aug. 20, as we stroll down memory lane, or in this case, Voorheesville Ave. This 2 hour walk will cover more than 2 miles, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes. Please register online, and this program is subject to rain cancellation.

The Great

Give Back

Every year, the library does a community wide donation drive, and we are never disappointed in our community. This year, we will be supporting “Sleep in Heavenly Peace,” a volunteer organization that builds beds for kids (ages 3 to 17) who are sleeping on the floor.

From Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, the library will be collecting new (in original packaging) twin sheet sets, comforters, and pillows. Children or teen themes are appropriate, as are solid colors. In addition, we’ll also be collecting funds to build beds. For more ways to be involved, visit www.shpbeds.org. Thank you in advance, for your generosity.

 September

Book Talks

We’ll be discussing these books in September:

— Fiction Book Discussion: “The Wonderful Wizard of Oz” by L. Frank Baum, 7 p.m., Sept. 7 and/or 11 a.m., Wednesday, Sept. 21;

— Nonfiction Book Discussion: “Icebound: Shipwrecked at the Edge of the World” by Andrea Pitzer, 1 p.m. and/or 6:30 p.m.,  Monday, Sept. 12;

— Middle School Book Club: “Beyond the Bright Sea,” by Lauren Wolk, 10:45 a.m., Thursday, Sept. 29 at Voorheesville’s high school library; and

— Talk & Taste Cookbook Group: “Julie Taboulie’s Lebanese Kitchen” by Julie Ann Sageer, 6:30 p.m., Thursday, Sept. 29. 

All discussions will be held in the library community room, unless otherwise stated. Please register online each month for any of these book discussions. Limited copies of some titles are available for $5, compliments of the Friends of the Library. Library copies will also be available for checkout and downloadable ebook and audiobook versions are on Overdrive. 

“Green Lobby”

There is no registration needed for this author talk and book signing. Join veteran environmentalist and author, Bernard C. Melewski, as we discuss his book “Inside the Green Lobby: The Fight to Save the Adirondack Park.” Copies of the book will be available to purchase at the event. Light refreshments will be served.

Book sale

The Friends of the Library (FOL) annual Fall Book Sale will be held Sept. 16 to 18.

 

The deadline to record your Summer Reading Program reading progress is midnight on Friday, Aug. 12. Participants who reach 1,000 points will earn a grand prize raffle ticket.

Tickets must be filled out at the library by 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17. All registered readers can pick up a free book and bonus prize at the library in August.

Thursday movies.

After the summer hiatus, the Thursday movies will begin again on Aug. 18. Check out our online calendar to see what classic movie we’ll be enjoying. You are welcome to join us at 1pm, but come in a few minutes early to choose some snacks, get a drink and visit with your fellow movie lovers.

Voorheesville

History Walk

Join local history guide Dennis Ulion at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, Aug. 20, as we stroll down memory lane, or in this case, Voorheesville Ave. This 2 hour walk will cover more than 2 miles, so be sure to wear comfortable shoes. Please register online, and this program is subject to rain cancellation.

Paint the Sound

How can you paint the rhythm of a drum or the sound of a piano? Join us at 1 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 17 for a live zoom tour and workshop where we will explore the ways in which modern artists such as Pollock, Matisse, Bearden, and others were inspired by the Jazz age.

Following a presentation and tour of the barn studio, we’ll work alongside an educator from the Jackson Pollock estate as she demonstrates techniques for creating abstract art inspired by music. Have paint, drawing , or collage supplies on hand. Please register.

Grab & Go

for Adults

Sign up online to pick up a kit and enjoy some creative time. These are easy projects that will relax and inspire the artist in you. Kits can be picked up during regular library hours, Monday, Aug. 15. 

Bingo

From July 1 thru Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play summer reading Bingo. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every two weeks. Complete two lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Farmers’ market

Look for the Voorheesville Public Library booth, from 3:30 to 6:30 p.m., Wednesdays, at the Farmer’s Market at the First United Methodist Church. We’ll be there throughout the summer, sharing different projects, services, and materials.

Holiday

The library will be closed from Saturday, Sept. 3, through Monday, Sept. 5, in observance of Labor Day. Regular hours will resume on Tuesday, Sept. 6.

Registering

You may register for a program in person, by phone at 518-765-2791, or by using our online calendar at http://voorheesvillelibrary.org/calendar.asp. You do not need to be a resident of Voorheesville to attend a program.

 

How can you paint the rhythm of a drum or the sound of a piano? Join us at 1 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17, for a live zoom tour and workshop where we will explore the ways in which modern artists such as Pollock, Matisse, Bearden, and others were inspired by the Jazz Age.

Following a presentation and tour of the barn studio, we’ll work alongside an educator from the Jackson Pollock estate as she demonstrates techniques for creating abstract art inspired by music. Have paint, drawing, or collage supplies on hand. Please register.

Plaster Keepsakes

Join local artist Megan Viscio at 10 a.m., Thursday, Aug. 11, as we learn how to make clay molds and plaster castings of your baby’s hands and feet. We will be using materials such as clay, plaster, play dough, and wood to mount your final piece. For ages 0-30 months with a caregiver. Please register.

Grab & Go for Adults

Sign up online to pick up a kit and enjoy some creative time. These are easy projects that will relax and inspire the artist in you. Kits can be picked up during regular library hours, Monday, Aug. 15. 

Virtual author visit 

Teens who participated in this summer’s Read It Forward program have the opportunity to join other Capital Region readers for this Upper Hudson Library System Zoom event. Join us at 6 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 10, to meet Lauren Wolk, author of “Beyond the Bright Sea.” This program is open to grades 6 and up. Please register to receive the Zoom link.

Family Fun Night

Ice Cream Social

The Teen Advisory Group is planning to host an event for families of children ages 4 to 12, on Wednesday, Aug. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the library. Come to enjoy crafts, games, and an ice cream sundae. Tri-City ValleyCats mascot, SouthPaw will share a favorite story and bring readers vouchers for the Summer Reading Night Tri-City ValleyCats game held on Aug. 31. No registration is needed. Special thanks to Stewart’s Shops and the Tri-City ValleyCats for their support. 

Summer Reading Bingo

From July 1 through Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play summer reading bingo. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every 2 weeks. Complete 2 lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Museum passes 

Looking for something fun and reasonably priced for your family? Look no further than your local library. We have many free passes to area galleries and museums: Hancock Shaker Village, Norman Rockwell, The Clark Art Institute, Mass Moca, The Arkell Museum, The Hyde Collection to name just a few. Check out the full list of available passes at www.voorheesvillelibrary.org

Registering

You can register for a program in person, by phone at 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.

 

Virtual author visit: Teens who participated in this summer’s Read It Forward program have the opportunity to join other Capital Region readers for this Upper Hudson Library System Zoom event. Join us at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 10, to meet Lauren Wolk, author of “Beyond the Bright Sea.” This program is open to grades 6 and up. Please register to receive the Zoom link.

Summer Tots

Children ages up to 30 months, with a caregiver, are invited to join us as Summer Tots continues through the summer. We will be getting together inside the library for a fun program, featuring songs, fingerplays, body movement, felt board stories, and books! Join Miss Lisa, Thursday mornings at 10 a.m. No registration is needed. 

Teen cooking class

Calling all teens in grades 7 to 12. Please register for this Zoom class, led by instructor Jodie Fitz, scheduled for 4 p.m., Wednesday, Aug. 3. We’ll learn how to make oven-baked chicken or beans & cheese empanadas, with a side of Mexican street corn for your family dinner. A shopping list and prep instructions will be provided to participants in advance. Register by August 1 and you will receive a $15 Hannaford gift card, to shop for ingredients. 

Sew-by-Number Fish

Students in grades 7 and up, if you can sew a straight line, you can piece together a fish from fabric scraps. Join us at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 2 for this 2 hour program. All supplies are provided. Please register.. 

Family Fun Night

Ice Cream Social

The Teen Advisory Group is planning to host an event for families of children ages 4 to 12, on Wednesday, Aug. 10, from 6 to 8 p.m., at the library. Come to enjoy crafts, games, and an ice cream sundae. Tri-City ValleyCats mascot, SouthPaw will share a favorite story and bring readers vouchers for the Summer Reading Night Tri-City ValleyCats game held on Aug. 31. No registration is needed. Special thanks to Stewart’s Shops and the Tri-City ValleyCats for their support. 
 

Bingo

From July 1 through Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play summer reading BINGO. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every 2 weeks. Complete 2 lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Summer Reading

The last day to record reading progress for your SRP account will be thru midnight, Friday, Aug. 12. Participants who reach 1,000 points will earn a grand prize raffle ticket. Tickets must be filled out at the library by 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 17. All registered readers can pick up a free book and bonus prize at the library in August. 

Registering

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.

 

— Photo from bamquilts.com

Let the Beads Drop: Some of Barbara Meilinger’s art quilts are on display at the Voorheesville Public Library.

Calling all teens in grades 7 to 12 for a cooking class. Please register for this Zoom class, led by instructor Jodie Fitz, scheduled for 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 3.

We’ll learn how to make oven-baked chicken or beans and cheese empanadas, with a side of Mexican street corn for your family dinner. A shopping list and prep instructions will be provided to participants in advance. Register by Aug. 1 and you will receive a $15 Hannaford gift card, to shop for ingredients. 

Sew-by-Number Fish

Students in grades 7 and up, if you can sew a straight line, you can piece together a fish from fabric scraps. Join us at 2:30 p.m., Tuesday, Aug. 2 for this 2 hour program. All supplies are provided. Please register.. 

Teen Time:

Outdoor Games

Students in grades 6 and up are invited to join us at 2 p.m., Thursday, July 28 for 2 hours of outdoor fun and games. We’ll play Throw, Throw Burrito Extreme Outdoor Edition, Minute to Win it challenges, and Goose Chase on the library lawn. Afterwards, we’ll cool off with popsicles under the giant monster sprinkler. Rain date is Friday, July 29. Please register

Craft and chat

If you enjoy making crafts and meeting new people, why don’t you join us at 11 a.m., Wednesday, July 27 for a one hour adult craft-and-chat program. Bring your creativity and the library will provide the supplies. This week we will be making DIY marbled nail polish mugs. 

Dungeons & Dragons in 3D

Students in grades 7 and up to adult are invited to join us at 2 p.m., Monday, July 25, to  learn how to 3D print Dungeons & Dragons character files. Paint a plastic mini enemy to add to your next campaign. All supplies will be provided. Please register.

Summer Reading Bingo

From July 1 through Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play Summer Reading Bingo. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every two weeks. Complete two lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin, or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Gallery and Display

Artist Barbara Meilinger is displaying her quilts this month in our hall gallery. Barbara is an extremely talented artist and her quilts are beyond wonderful. When you visit us next, please be sure to take a stroll through the gallery and enjoy her incredible skills.

As usual, our July-August display case is filled with the ever popular Summer Reading Program prize packages. We also have an “I Spy” display on the back table, for your young ones to play and enjoy the SRP theme “Oceans of Possibilities.” 

Trustees meet

The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees will be held in the library community room at 7 p.m., Monday, July 25. The public is always welcome to attend. 

Registering

You can register in person, by phone at 518-765-2791 or by using our online calendar at http://voorheesvillelibrary.org/calendar.asp. You do not need to be a resident of Voorheesville to attend a program.

 

There are still a few spots open to join us at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, July 16, and take a trip down memory lane with local history guide Dennis Ulion. Learn about how Voorheesville became Voorheesville, and how it became what it is today. Please register. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, as this walk is 2.2 miles and may take over two hours. Subject to rain cancellation.

Preschool story time

There’s something fishy going on at the next story time. Join us at 10 a.m., Tuesday, July 19, to find out more about fish. There is no registration needed, and all children  ages  2 - 5 w/caregiver are welcome to join in the fun! 

Summer Reading Bingo

From July 1 thru Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play summer reading BINGO. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every 2 weeks. Complete 2 lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Writing workshop

with Veera Hiranandani

Are you a budding writer interested in being inspired and learning techniques from an award-winning author? Veera Hiranandani will join us via Zoom for a thought-provoking writing exercise sure to get those creative juices flowing! The Library will be partnering with the Cole Summer Writers Institute for this author-led portion of the week-long workshop.

Copies of Hiranandani's books will be provided to all registrants thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library, and the author's presentation is funded by a Voorheesville Community and School Foundation mini grant. This program will be held at the Clayton A. Bouton High School at 10 a.m., Wednesday, July 20. For students entering grades 6 and up. Please register on the library event calendar.

Discover

the Pine Bush

Did you know that the Albany Pine Bush is a globally rare, nationally significant inland pine barrens? Join us at the Albany Pine Bush Discovery Center at 9:30 a.m., Thursday, July 21, as experts will guide us along a 1 mile hike through the dunes. Please register each person individually. This program is subject to rain cancellation. Parking is free.

Gallery and

display case

Artist Barbara Meilinger is displaying her quilts this month in our hall gallery. Barbara is an extremely talented artist and her quilts are beyond wonderful. When you visit us next, please leave yourself a few extra minutes to meander through and enjoy her incredible skills.

As usual, our July/August display case is filled with the ever popular Summer Reading Program prize packages. There are some great prizes this year. Which prize package do your kids want? We also have an “I Spy” display on the back table, for your young ones to play and enjoy the SRP theme “Oceans of Possibilities”. 

Registering

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.

 

Veera Hiranandani

Are you a budding writer interested in being inspired and learning techniques from an award-winning author?

Veera Hiranandani will join us via Zoom for a thought-provoking writing exercise sure to get those creative juices flowing! The library will be partnering with the Cole Summer Writers Institute for this author-led portion of the week-long workshop.

Copies of Hiranandani’s books will be provided to all registrants thanks to the generosity of the Friends of the Library, and the author’s presentation is funded by a Voorheesville Community and School Foundation mini grant. This program, for students entering grades 6 and up, will be held at the Clayton A. Bouton High School at 10 a.m., on Wednesday, July 20. Please register on the library event calendar.

History Walk

with Dennis Ulion

Join us at 9:30 a.m., on Saturday, July 16, and take a trip down memory lane with local history guide Dennis Ulion. Learn about how Voorheesville became Voorheesville, and how it became what it is today. Please register. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, as this walk is 2.2 miles and may take over two hours. Subject to rain cancellation.

Summer Reading Bingo

From July 1 through Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play summer reading bingo. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every two weeks. Complete two lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin, or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Graphic Novel

Book Discussion

Register to join our new Graphic Novel Book Discussion. We will be meeting quarterly, with the first meeting on July 13, at 7p.m.. The first graphic novel we’ll be discussing is “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Adults are invited to join in a discussion and offer opinions, ideas, and comments on this graphic novel. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library. A limited number of copies will be available in print for $5. There will also be library copies available as well as digital formats. 

Musical Story Time

Come to a deep dive with Miss Lisa’s ocean-themed musical storytime at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, July 12. With some familiar favorites and new music just for the summer programs, we’ll sing, dance, and play instruments while we explore Oceans of Possibilities together. For children ages 2 to 6  with a caregiver. Please register.

Healthy fishing

Come learn about the healthy consumption of local fish and safe places to catch them on Tuesday, July 12, at 6:30 p.m. We will learn to identify fish from local waters and how to read the advisory maps. Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Albany County. Please register.

Registering

You may register in person, by phone at 518-765-2791, or by using our online calendar at http://voorheesvillelibrary.org/calendar.asp. You do not need to be a resident of Voorheesville to attend a program.

 

Register to join our new Graphic Novel Book Discussion. We will be meeting quarterly, with the first meeting on July 13, at 7 p.m.. The first graphic novel we’ll be discussing is “The Great Gatsby” by F. Scott Fitzgerald.

Adults are invited to join in a discussion and offer opinions, ideas, and comments on this graphic novel. This program is funded by the Friends of the Library. A limited number of copies will be available in print for $5. There will also be library copies available as well as digital formats. 

Summer Reading Bingo

From July 1 thru Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play summer reading Bingo. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every two weeks. Complete two lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Musical Story Time

Come to a deep dive with Miss Lisa’s Ocean themed musical storytime at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, July 12. With some familiar favorites and new music just for the summer programs, we’ll sing, dance, and play instruments while we explore Oceans of Possibilities together. For children ages 2-6  with a caregiver. Please register.

Sea life

fabric postcards

Join us at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12, to create a colorful collage postcard using fabric, scissors, an iron, and a little machine-sewing. All supplies provided. Grades 7 and up, including adults. Please register.

Summer hours

Beginning July 3, the library will be closed on Sundays through the summer. Summer Hours will run through Labor Day, and regular hours will return on Sunday, Sept. 11. 

Holiday

The library will be closed on Monday, July 4 in observance of Independence Day.

Healthy fishing

Come learn about the healthy consumption of local fish and safe places to catch them on Tuesday, July12, at 6:30 p.m. We will learn to identify fish from local waters and how to read the advisory maps. Presented by Cornell Cooperative Extension of Albany County. Please register.

ENCORE! books

The Friends of the Library will be having special sales all month in July. Some of the specials to watch will be DVDs and CDs, buy one, get one free. There will be sports media specials and also Christmas in July holiday media specials. Regular hours are Tuesday, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and Thursdays 2 to 6 p.m., but please call ahead. 

History walk

Join us at 9:30 a.m., Saturday, July 16 and take a trip down memory lane with local history guide Dennis Ulion. Learn about how Voorheesville became Voorheesville, and how it became what it is today. Please register. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes, as this walk is 2.2 miles and may take over 2 hours. Subject to rain cancellation.

Registering

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.

 

Summer Tots: Children from newborns up to age 30 months, with a caretaker, are invited to join Miss Lisa on Thursday mornings, at 10 a.m. We’ll meet for some fun programs featuring songs, fingerplays, books, and toys. Weather permitting, we’ll have some water play outside as well. 

Teen Time

Teens are welcome to come use the library's maker equipment and supplies. Learn about 3D printing, use the sewing machines or littleBits electronic components, create with sticker circuits or STEAM kits. Craft and art supplies are available too -- just bring along your creativity! There is definitely something for everyone. Please register to join in the fun at  2 p.m., Monday, June 27.

Jeff Boyer’s

Bubble Trouble!

Come one, come all, at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, June 29 to the First United Methodist Church, 68 Maple Ave. Let's kick off the Summer Reading Program with zany, world-famous, Guinness Book of World Records-holding, master bubble wrangler, Jeff Boyer! Mixing comedy, music, and interactive bubble magic, Jeff engages and delights audiences of all ages with a sensory-friendly bubble extravaganza for the whole family. For children of all ages and families. No registration required. This program is made possible through the generosity of the Stewart's Holiday Match Grant.  

Manga madness

Manga readers are invited to pick up a copy of “Behind the Scenes” by Bisco Hatori, then join the Art Squad at 6:30 p.m. for a fun evening of manga activities on Thursday, June 30. Play an improv game, learn some movie make-up tips and enjoy some Japanese food. Cosplay encouraged, since the Art Squad works with all of the film clubs on campus! Grades 8-12, please register.

Summer Reading Bingo

From July 1 thru Aug. 26, patrons of all ages can play summer reading bingo. Pick up a new game card at the library, or print one out from the website, every two weeks. Complete two lines in any direction to win a bookmark, pin or magnet. Complete the entire card to pick a prize from the prize box. No registration needed. 

Summer hours

Beginning July 3, the library will be closed on Sundays through the summer. Summer Hours will run through Labor Day, and regular hours will return on Sunday, Sept. 11. 

Holiday

The library will be closed on Monday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day.

Musical story time

Come to a deep dive with Miss Lisa’s ocean-themed musical story time at 10 a.m., on Tuesday, July 12. With some familiar favorites and new music just for the summer programs, we’ll sing, dance, and play instruments while we explore Oceans of Possibilities together. For children ages 2-6  with a caregiver. Please register.

Sea life

fabric postcards

Join us at 2:30 p.m. on Tuesday, July 12 to create a colorful collage postcard using fabric, scissors, an iron, and a little machine-sewing. All supplies provided. Grades 7 and up, including adults. Please register.

Registering

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.

 

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