Category: Programs

Erie Canal at 200

Image by Barton & Loguidice; courtesy of Schoharie Crossing, NYS Office of Parks, Recreation, & Historic Preservation

The Erie Canal is celebrating its bicentennial! Join David Brooks from the Schoharie Crossing Historic Site as he outlines the story of the canal and how it has been herald in pop culture, folklore, and history books. Discover how it was recognized at 100, and what celebrations the corridor has planned for its 200th! Register now at mahopaclibrary.org or call (845)628-2009 ext. 100.

–DS

April Book Groups

The Monday Evening Book Group selection is Silas Marner, the classic by George Eliot first published in 1861. This is a hybrid group, if you’d like to join virtually, contact: [email protected]. The group will meet Monday April 3rd at 6:30pm.

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The Flo Brandon Book Group will discuss The Lincoln Highway by Amor Towles, a road trip set in the 1950s, about an 18 year-old just released from a work farm who sets out to drive to California with his young brother, but ends up in New York with two fugitives from the farm. The group normally meets on Fridays, but this month the meeting is on Thursday April 6th at 11:00am (April 7th is Good Friday).

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The Historical Book Society is reading My Dear Hamilton by Stephanie Dray and Laura Kamoie, a fictional account of the life of Eliza Schuyler Hamilton, wife of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton. (Check Hoopladigital.com and use your library card to listen to the Hamilton soundtrack before or after reading!). The group will meet on Thursday April 13th at 5:00pm

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The Light Bite Book Club will discuss The Messy Lives of Book People by Phaedra Patrick. “The house cleaner of a famous author must carry out her employer’s shocking last wish,” (from the publisher). Light Bite will meet on Wednesday April 19th at 1:00pm. Registrants may opt to participate via Zoom using the link that will be sent in the reminder email 24 hours before the meeting. – CH

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Next Week at MPL

“Without Valentine’s Day, February would be . . . well, January.” – Jim Gaffigan

Two MPL book groups bookend the first week of February. The Monday Evening Group will discuss Bowlaway by Elizabeth McCracken on February 1st at 7:30pm. The Flo Brandon Book Group is reading The Witches: Suspicion, Betrayal and Hysteria in 1692 Salem and will meet on Friday February 5th at 11:00am. Register to get a Zoom invitation to join either, or both groups.

On Wednesday Feb 3rd, join us for a virtual presentation “What is CBD?” with Donna Aquilino and Sarah Montgomery, owner of Sarah’s House of Health in Mahopac. They’ll discuss the health benefits, the safety and the uses of CBD. Registration required.

On Wednesday evening have some fun in the Adult Virtual Escape Room! Registration required

Great news! Beginning February 1st you will be able to peruse over 3,200 popular magazines – no wait list, no holds and no checkout limits, on Overdrive and the Libby App. RBDigital platform access will be ending after March 31st this year.

Read 5 books, win a prize! Don’t forget to play the Winter Reading Challenge Book Bingo. You can pick up your Bingo card at the library or download a copy from our homepage.

And finally, don’t forget February 2nd is Groundhog Day! Celebrate as you wish.

Next Week at MPL

What’s going on next week at MPL? You can watch Holiday Storytime “Jingle Bells” from home! This is a pre-recorded Storytime and can be viewed on the Mahopac Library YouTube channel. (video will be available ALL DAY 12/14). Pick up your bracelet kit at the Youth Service desk to join in the fun! https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/holiday-storytime-jingle-bells-by-iza-trapani/

Also on Monday Dec 14th from 5:00-6:00pm join us for a discussion of the film Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone. Watch the movie at home, then join us for our virtual chat! This group meeting will be held on Zoom; registration with a valid email address is required. https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/harry-potter-and-the-sorcerers-stone-film-discussion/

On Wednesday Dec 16th at 1:00pm the Light Bite Book Club will discuss Evvie Drake Starts Over by Linda Holmes – please register to receive a Zoom invite: https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/light-bite-book-group-6/

The MPL Board of Trustees will have their monthly meeting on Dec 16th at 6:30pm. This meeting will be virtual and held on GoToMeeting: https://www.gotomeet.me/MicheleCapozzella/new-meeting

Remember the Friends of Mahopac Public Library & The Book Barn gift basket raffle! Come in to the Library to purchase your tickets. The drawing is December 18th

Pick up your copy of the Holiday Cookie Recipe Swap booklet at the circulation desk beginning Dec 14th

And finally, if you’re looking for a donation box, we have 2 in the MPL lobby, Toys for Tots, and thru Dec 17th a food/toy donation box sponsored by Assemblyman Kevin Byrne.

Next Week at MPL

What’s happening at MPL next week?

Monday November 16th  4:30 – 5:30pm: The Middle School Battle of the Books team will be meeting virtually to discuss two books, Legend by Marie Lu and Summerlost by Ally Condie. Contact Coach Paul if you have any questions 845-628-2009 x145 https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/middle-school-battle-of-the-books-virtual-meeting-2/

Tuesday November 17th 1:00 – 2:00pm: Keep Warm this Winter with Energy Efficiency, a virtual program by Community Energy Advisors from Cornell Cooperative Extension who will discuss the importance of energy efficiency for stabilizing energy costs and protecting the health and well-being of low- or fixed-income households. This workshop, held on Zoom, is free and open to all community members. Registration required: https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/comfort-safety-warmth-well-being/

Wednesday November 18th is the busiest day of the week, starting with a virtual meeting of the Light Bite Book Club at 1:00pm. This month’s selection is Red at the Bone by Jacqueline Woodson. You can request a copy of the book by calling the library at 845-628-2009, ext 100, or via email at [email protected]. Registration is not required, please email [email protected] for a Zoom invite. New members are always welcome. https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/light-bite-book-group-5/

On Wednesday the monthly MPL Board of Trustees meeting will take place virtually at 6:30pm on GoToMeeting: https://www.gotomeet.me/MicheleCapozzella/board-of-trustees-meeting. For information: https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/mpl-board-of-trustees-meeting-6/ or call 845-628-2009, ext 100.

At 7:00pm on Wednesday spend some time online with other grownups and solve a puzzle in the Adult Virtual Escape Room! Zoom link will be emailed to address on registration one day prior to event. Register here: https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/adult-virtual-escape-room/

Beginning on Friday November 20th, BAMM Presents: Ellen Woloshin, a virtual performance. This pre-recorded concert will be aired on the Library’s YouTube channel from November 20-27. Registration required: https://mahopaclibrary.assabetinteractive.com/calendar/2020-november/