Christopher Aldrich received the 2018 Library Trustee of the Year Award from the Upper Hudson Library System, a cooperative association of 29 autonomous public libraries serving the 446,626 residents of Albany and Rensselaer Counties, on June 12.
Mr. Aldrich provided dedicated leadership and valued counsel as a Guilderland Public Library Trustee for nine years, and was instrumental in the May 21 referendum approval as Chair of the Design Steering Committee.
His positive contributions to the Library and the greater Guilderland community will reverberate for years to come.
Ongoing Oscars
Our Oscar-caliber film series continues with If Beale Street Could Talk, Thursday, June 20 at 6:30 p.m.
A young black couple is ripped apart in early 1970s Harlem by the scheme of a racist cop. Tish and her fiancé Fonny dream of a future together, but their plans are derailed when Fonny is arrested for a crime he did not commit.
Regina King won the Best Supporting Actress Academy Award for her performance in this film. Also starring Kiki Layne and Stephan James.
Loving llamas
Celebrate National Llama Appreciation Day with us! Bring the whole family Friday, June 21 from 4 to 7 p.m. to meet live llamas and an alpaca, courtesy of Wunsapana Farm in Altamont. We’ll have a llama-themed storytime, crafts, and a visit from the one and only Llama Llama in Red Pajamas to add to the fun-o-rama.
Pet safety
On Saturday, June 22 at 2 p.m., veterinarians from Guilderland Animal Hospital will share practical tips to help keep your pets safe and healthy. We’ll also be collecting new pet toy donations to benefit the Mohawk Hudson Humane Society. Just stop by – no need to register, but please leave your pets at home.
Final exam prep
We’ve got middle and high school students cramming for exams covered! Plan to meet in the Normanskill Room with your study buddies from 5 to 8 p.m. on Monday, June 24 and Tuesday, June 25. We reserve this space to help you ace!
— Luanne Nicholson
