Issue Dated: 2/27/2021
Monday (Returns Only): 11-2pm
Tuesday/Thursday/Friday: 11-6pm
Wednesday: 11-7pm
*extended* Saturday: 10-4pm
Sunday: Closed
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We've Extended Saturday Hours!
Starting Saturday 2/27, we're open from 10 am - 4 pm. Click the link for details.
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Winter Reading Challenge
The challenge ends March 5th, but there's still time to join!
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Virtual Murderous March
Friday, March 19th | 1-7 pm *Register*
Saturday, March 20th | 10-6 pm *Register*
A virtual experience for mystery authors, unpublished authors and mystery readers. This free event is sponsored by the Upper Hudson Chapter of Sisters in Crime.
Note: Event times have been revised since the last weekly e-newsletter.
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Teen Takeout: Shrinky Dinks (gr 6-12)
Registration opens 2/27 | Pick up kits starting 3/9
Create your very own shrinky dink charms, keychains, ornaments, or pins using the supplies in this Teen Takeout craft kit!
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Virtual Storytime
Tuesday, March 2nd | 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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Crafting with Miss Ariana
Join Miss Ariana to make a snow volcano!
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New Book Spotlight: Rock Out!
If you’ve ever been distracted by a shiny pebble on the sidewalk, or wondered why we don’t often feel earthquakes in upstate New York, our new nonfiction books are for you! Visit Charlie's blogs to see what's new.
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Take & Make Craft
Make a fun Lorax craft this week! Pick up your Take & Make craft kit at the drive-thru or in the Children's Room starting Tuesday, March 2nd.
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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!
*NEW* Albany Guardian Society
*Register at least 48 hours in advance*
March programs are provided, via Zoom, by the Albany Guardian Society and their community partners.
3/1: Chair Yoga, 1:30p
3/2: Effectively Using Your Apple Watch, 1:30p
3/3: Choosing a Nursing Home, 9:30a
3/4: Streaming Svcs., Sticks, Mobile Devices, 1:30p
You'll receive an email the day before and the day of the class with the Zoom Information.
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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 1st | 7 pm Facebook
Join us to chat about what books you've been reading lately.
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Eleanor Roosevelt
Thursday, March 4th | 6:30 pm *Register*
Join us for a Women’s History Month Presentation on Eleanor Roosevelt: Compassion and Betrayal.
Our guest speaker, Jeffrey Urbin, is the Education Specialist and Director of the Pare Lorentz Film Center at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum in Hyde Park, New York.
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Pen to Pandemic Short Story Contest
*Register* | Submissions due 3/15
There's still time to register and submit your story! See contest rules and register today.
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Monday Book Discussions
Monday, March 15th | 10 am *Register by March 12th*
Join us via Zoom to discuss The Yellow House by Sarah Broom. E-book copies of the book may be downloaded using OverDrive/Libby or hoopla.
Monday, March 15th | 7 pm *Register by March 12th*
Join us via Zoom to discuss A Woman of No Importance by Sonia Purnell. E-book or e-audiobook copies of the book may be downloaded using OverDrive/Libby.
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Virtual Adult Trivia Night
Wednesday, March 17th | 7 pm *Register*
Women's History Month theme. See details on our registration page.
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Let's Get to Work
The Upper Hudson Library System is offering a series of free skills workshops to all of its member libraries.
Coming up next *Register*:
Decluttering Your Email Inbox | 2/27 | 1 pm
Reach Customers Online with Google | 3/6 | 1 pm
Introduction to Windows 10 | 3/11 | 7 pm
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Enrichment Programs & Collections
Visit our Adult Services webpage to learn about new programs, popular topics, top resources, collections and more.
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Grab & Go Book Bundles for Adults
Pop in and grab a pre-bundled, themed set of books today!
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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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Don't Miss the Next Issue!
Subscribe to the Greenbush Bookmark for Adults monthly newsletter to receive exclusive features and news about upcoming events!
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Community Partnership Programs
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Albany Guardian Society Calendar of free, online classes for winter 2021 is now available. Topics include health, finance, technology and more.
- AARP Smart Driver Online Course available at www.aarpdriversafety.org
- Get 25% discount by using discount code: DRIVINGSKILLS. Offer ends 3/31/21.
- 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.
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- 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.