Upcoming April Events At The Stephentown Library

• Family Movie Night – Friday, April 13, at 7 pm. Enjoy a showing of the recently released family film, Hop. It is the tale of Fred, an out of work slacker, who accidentally injures the Easter Bunny and must take him in as he recovers. As Fred struggles with the world’s worst house guest both will learn what it takes to finally grow up. This movie is rated PG. Popcorn and drinks will be served. This event is free, and all are welcome. Bring the whole family.
• Diners of the Capital District – Tuesday, April 17, at 7 pm. Explore the history of the diner with a virtual tour of many of the diners, past and present, located in the Capital District. Diner Historian Mike Engel will present a well researched slide show presentation and book signing at the Library. Mike Engle’s new book, Diners of the Capital District, provides a fascinating, in-depth look at every diner in and around Albany, Schenectady and Troy. The book is packed with fascinating history and little known stories. You’ll definitely want it on the seat next to you when you hit the road to visit these wonderful, classic eateries. Light refreshments will be served.
• Longfellow is dead! Long live Longfellow! – Thursday, April 19, at 7 pm. Masterfully presented by Bruce Southard, this third and final program in the Longfellow Lecture Series explores how Longfellow, once the most read author in Western civilization, all but disappeared from the discussion of poetry by the late 1900s, and how and why his work enjoys a rebirth today. Aptly named Poems You Didn’t Know You Knew, this presentation uses recited poetry and stories to bring to life authors from the Federalist Age up through the Naturalistic and Symbolistic Period of Literature in America – those who influenced Longfellow, those who shared his stage and those who followed him. This program offers a unique twist on how the poems and stories are revealed in the overall context of this timeline progression. Older generations will recognize much of this work – even if only a line or two of each poem – as their parents and grandparents recited it for fun or moral direction. Younger generations will learn why the works offered such broad appeal. Because this poetry was so well known by our parents, grandparents and great-grandparents, anyone attending who would like to dedicate a poem in the presentation to the loving memory of a relative or friend who has passed away is encouraged to do so.
• SML Spring Clean Up Day – Saturday, April 21, 9 am to 2 pm. Join us for a special volunteer opportunity at the Stephentown Memorial Library – it’s time for spring cleaning! As the saying goes, “many hands make light work.” This is a Friends of the Library Project, and all community members are welcome. Pitch in and help us keep our Library beautiful with a thorough indoor and outdoor cleanup. Tasks will include yard work, washing windows and screens, vacuuming, cleaning computer stations, dusting shelves and books, cleaning the kitchen and bathrooms and sprucing up the Library. There is something to do for everyone, and families are welcome to serve together. The minimum age is nine. A parent or guardian must supervise children under the age of 14. No prior library training is required. Wear comfortable clothing. The ability to read and alphabetize books, bend, lift 10 pounds and work in a group setting is helpful. Refreshments will be provided. All cleaning supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your favorites.
For more information on any of these programs or to register for programs, call the Stephentown Memorial Library at 733-5750 or stop by during our Library Hours. Also check our website, www.stephentownlibrary.org, for regular updates.