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     Issue Dated: 3/20/2021

Monday:   9-4pm

Tuesday/Thursday/Friday: 11-6pm

Wednesday: 11-7pm

Saturday: 10-4pm

Sunday:  Closed

     Issue Dated: 3/20/2021

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Mon: 9-4pm

Tue/Thu/Fri:11-6pm

Wed: 11-7pm

Sat: 10-4pm

Sun: Closed

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Welcome Spring! Friends Raffle Basket

$1 per ticket—on sale at Circulation, drive-thru or by mail. Drawing Friday, 4/2.

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  • Cash (exact change at drive-thru)
  • Check (payable to the Friends of the EG Library)
  • Send payment by mail: Friends, c/o the East Greenbush Community Library at 10 Community Way, East Greenbush, NY 12061
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March art exhibit by Nancy Steckel

March Art Exhibit

Nature Inspired Landscapes (Acrylic & Oil)

Stop in during open hours to view nature inspired works by artist Nancy Steckel. 

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Break Week Virtual Programs

for Kids & Teens

Check our April calendar for Spring Bingo, art with the Tang Museum, dinosaurs with miSci, and games for teens! Registration required for all programs.

Register for Break Week Programs
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Virtual Storytime

Tuesday, March 23rd | 10 am *Register*

Join us via Zoom for songs, stories, rhymes and of course, Mouse House! Pick up your March Storytime Activity Pack in the Children's Room that includes simple crafts and early literacy activities to supplement each weekly theme.

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Collection Spotlight: Irish History & Irish-American Heritage

Interested in stories of Irish-Americans or folktales of the old country? Visit Charlie's Blog to explore his selection of fiction, history, and mythology books for elementary readers.  

Go to Charlie's Blog to Read More
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Take & Make Craft

We're celebrating Spring by making a windsock! Pick up kits at the drive-thru or in the Children's Room starting Monday, 3/22.

Get a Book Bundle too!
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Congratulations Makayla!

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1000 Books Before Kindergarten

Foster a love of reading and learning in your child through this reading program. Kids earn free books along the way!

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SNEAK PEEKS: April Virtual Programs

4/6: Virtual Morning Yoga with Lisa (6-part series)

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4/8: Understanding Alzheimer's & Dementia

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4/19: Monday Morning Virtual Book Discussion

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4/19: Monday Evening Virtual Book Discussion

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4/24: Day Before Awards Film Festival -  List of Nominees is now available. Event registration opens 3/27!

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FEATURED: March Virtual Programs

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Crafts & Conversation

Monday, March 22nd | 11 am *Register*

Join us via Zoom for a gentle hour of "Crafts and Conversation." Pop in any time from 11:00-12:00. Feel free to bring any crafty things that you have been working on. Get a sneak preview of the next craft!

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Women's History Month:

Edmonia Lewis (Sculptor)

Thursday, March 25th | 7 pm *Register*

Join us via Zoom to celebrate Women's History Month with a look at artist Edmonia Lewis. East Greenbush Town Historian Bobbie Reno is the author & illustrator of "Edmonia Lewis: A Sculptor of Determination and Courage."

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Hands-On Virtual Cooking Class

Tuesday, March 30th | 11 am *Register*

Learn about nutrition for National Nutrition Month and some basic knife skills with Felisha Chandler of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County. In this class, you'll learn how to make carrot muffins and an easy sauté chicken with root vegetables. Join from your own kitchen via Zoom. Appropriate for all ages.

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Virtual Programming

Go to our virtual events web page for details about upcoming virtual programs.

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Monday Night Book Chat

Monday, March 22nd | 7 pm Facebook

Join us to chat about what books you've been reading lately.

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Cord Cutting 101: virtual edition

Cord Cutting 101: Zoom Edition

Wednesday, March 31st | 6:30 pm *Register*

Learn alternative ways to watch programming such as TV, movies, and sports. We will discuss digital antennas, streaming services, and more.

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REMINDERS

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Let's Get to Work *Register*

Digital Organization Sampler | 3/25 | 7 pm

Introduction to Google Apps Suite | 4/1 | 7 pm

Facebook Pages for Business | 4/15 | 7 pm

See All Workshops & Register

Enrichment Programs & Collections

Visit our Adult Services webpage to learn about new programs, popular topics, top resources, collections and more.

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Let Us Find Your Next Book!

We match adult readers with new titles and authors. Fill out the form, we'll select books and place items on hold for you! It's free and confidential. Designed for adult East Greenbush and Schodack cardholders.

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Community Partnership Programs

  • Albany Guardian Society Calendar of free, online classes. Topics include health, finance, technology & more. *Register 48 hours in advance*

  • AARP Smart Driver Online Course at www.aarpdriversafety.org
    • Get 25% discount. Use code: DRIVINGSKILLS. Offer ends 9/1/21.
  • Alzheimer's Association of NENY: offers free online programs for caregivers and those who want to learn more about Alzheimer's Disease.
  • CareerOneStop Employment Resource: featuring information on unemployment and other benefits, exploring careers, and finding a job fast.
Access Digital Collections
  • Ancestry.com at home access is available (for a limited time) to East Greenbush & Schodack residents. Visit our Genealogy page for more resources.
  • hoopla: Stream movies, television shows, educational/instructional videos, documentaries, music, e-books, e-audiobooks, comics, and graphic novels.
  • Tech Tips: FAQs, how-to's & technology help.
  • Tech-Talk: Tech training & communication skills resource. Website, App, and weekly Newsletter (Member login: user name and password are both eglibrary).
  • Staff Picks: Find out what we're reading!
  • OverDrive/Libby: Borrow e-books, audiobooks & magazines.
  • Research and Articles: Search magazines, newspapers & more.