Camp NaNoWriMo in July!
Do you know what NaNoWriMo means? It’s a catchy way of referring to National Novel Writing Month. Although NaNoWriMo usually takes place in November, we’re holding a special summer edition in July.
The goal of NaNoWriMo is to create the first draft of a 50,000-word novel during the month of November. The library is here to encourage that creative enterprise by offering writing and collaboration space in our board room for adults taking up the NaNoWriMo challenge.
Stop by the library to brainstorm, research, set your own goals and, most importantly, WRITE. We’ll be setting up shop every Friday afternoon in July. Stay for a half hour or the full time. Just bring your own laptop or pen and notebook. Laptops will also be available to borrow.
Social crafting
Working on a craft project at home? Want to show off your work in progress to other crafters? We’re holding an outdoor Open Craft Night Wednesday, July 5, from 6-7 p.m. Join us for an evening of all ages crafting and socializing on the Green. (If it rains, we’ll move inside.) Bring your own craft or start a new project with the supplies provided.
Great stories for grownups
If you like The Moth Radio Hour or Selected Shorts, you just might like our Story Time for Grownups. Enjoy a relaxing hour of short stories, essays, poetry or excerpts while you unwind with some coloring pages. Our first Story Time for Grownups takes place Monday, July 10, at 6 p.m. with another session scheduled for Aug. 14.
Note: This program may contain adult content and strong language, and is not intended for listeners under the age of 18.
Notary service ending
The library is no longer able to offer notary services to the public. For information about alternate notary locations, please e-mail our Information Desk or call us at 518-439-9314, ext. 3009.
Holiday and summer hours
Please note, the library will be closed Tuesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. The library is also closed Sundays in July and August, beginning July 2. You can access the library catalog and other library services online anytime at www.bethlehempubliclibrary.org.
Board seat vacancy
Bethlehem Public Library is currently seeking applications to fill a seat by appointment on the Library Board of Trustees. The term of this vacancy will end June 30, 2024. An appointee wishing to remain on the board may run for election in May of 2024. All BCSD residents are encouraged to apply. The board is currently considering a major building and renovation project and welcomes applicants with experiences that can enhance the development and success of that project.
Resumes will be accepted through Monday, July 3. Please drop off or mail your letter of interest and resume to Board President Mark Kissinger, in care of Bethlehem Public Library, 451 Delaware Ave., Delmar, NY 12054. Resumes will also be accepted through e-mail to [email protected].
