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The Café By the Sea: A Novel by Jenny ColganReturning to her family's Scottish island town in the aftermath of her mother's death, a London girl-about-town opens a café when she discovers that her father and brothers are not quite up to the task of running the family farm. By the New York Times best-selling author of The Bookshop on the Corner. |
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John Saturnall's Feast by Lawrence NorfolkTaken in at the kitchens at Buckland Manor after the cruel death of his mother, young John quickly rises from kitchen boy to one of the greatest cooks of his generation before catching the attentions of the manor lord's daughter, who resolves to starve herself until her father calls off her unwanted engagement. Recommended by Elizabeth | Digital copy available on Hoopla |
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Kitchens of the Great Midwest by J. Ryan StradalRaised with a sophisticated palate by her single father, Eva learns the culturally rich stories behind a series of Midwestern dishes while becoming the star chef at a legendary restaurant. A first novel. Recommended by Catherine | Digital copy available on Overdrive |
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The Quiche of Death by M. C. BeatonIn order to introduce herself to the picturesque English village where she has just retired, Mrs. Agatha Raisin enters a quiche in a local competition and promptly finds herself a murder suspect when the judge dies from her poisonous pie. |
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Monday Night Book Chat Weekly. Monday evenings, 7:00-9:00 pm Facebook What have you been reading lately? Join our Monday night Facebook book chat to tell us about it and gather recommendations from librarians and other readers. |
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Grab-and-Go Craft: Jar of Optimism Register to receive one of our new "Grab & Go" Craft Kits for adults. As the weather cools and we head indoors, it's time to get creative with a monthly craft project- materials and instructions included! This month's glitzy Grab & Go kit contains a glass mug, a  metallic paint pen, 2 colors of glitter, glue, an LED votive light and templates for lettering and patterns. We hope this "Jar of Optimism" is a happy kick-off to your Holiday Season! Kits will at our drive-thru window as of November 14th. Supplies are limited, so please register before you pick up your kit. BONUS!!! Send us a picture of your finished craft (reference@eglibrary.org) to be in the raffle for a gift card to Starbucks. We love to see your creativity! |
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Hot Topics in Astronomy with MiSci Thursday, November 12, 7:00-8:30 pm Hot Topics in Astronomy, brought to us by MiSci, covers the latest and greatest discoveries in astronomy and planetary science. We'll be focusing on Mars exploration. With Mars2020 scheduled to land in February, we'll cover the newest discoveries on Mars, the plan for this next lander mission, and what we're looking to learn that puts us ever closer to sending humans to the red planet. Registration is required for this event; please register once for the whole household. The evening prior, participants will receive an email with a link to our Zoom Meeting and you may join in by computer, tablet or cellphone. |
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Monday Morning Book Discussion Monday, November 16, 10:00-11:00 am Bring your lawn and face mask and join us outside on the library patio to discuss Such a Fun Age by Kiley Reid. Copies of the book are now available for checkout at the library drive-thru window, or digitally through Overdrive. *Please note: use of a mask covering mouth and nose is required for groups meeting on library property In the case of inclement weather (rain, snow, or temperatures under the mid-40s), the book discussion will be held online over Zoom. Please register in advance by 11/14 to ensure that you receive updates and a link. |
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Monday Evening Book Discussion Monday, November 16, 7:00-8:00 pm Join the Monday Evening Book Group/Good Buy Book Club to discuss The Island of Sea Women by Lisa See. This discussion will take place online as a Zoom meeting. Copies are available for checkout at the library drive-thru window, or digitally through Overdrive. |
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Hands-On Pre-Thanksgiving Cooking Class Wednesday, November 18, 6:30-7:45 pm ZoomHave fun while making Southwest Sheet Pan Veggie Hash & Turkey Tacos (or protein of choice). Felisha Chandler of Cornell Cooperative Extension of Rensselaer County makes learning to cook entertaining and educational. Appropriate for all ages! You will need a computer, laptop, or tablet to see and participate in this class. Please register to join us on Zoom from your own kitchen. The list of ingredients and directions for preparation for class will be sent a week before the event. You will be emailed the link to join us on Zoom the day before the program. Everyone who participates in the class will be in a raffle to win a cookbook! |
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Upper Hudson Library System Virtual Book Club Through November The Upper Hudson Library System is trying something new for its November Virtual Book Club - It's the cooking edition! In November feel free to check out our Overdrive Collection of digital food magazines and cookbooks! If you find and try a new recipe, take a picture and share it with the group! Not a member yet? Request access here. |
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Alzheimer's Association of Northeastern NYThe Alzheimer's Association of NENY offers free online programs for caregivers and those who want to learn more about Alzheimer's Disease. See website for a full list of upcoming programs and registration information. Managing Difficult Behaviors November 10, 12:00 pm 10 Warning Signs of Alzheimer's November 11, 1:30 pm, or November 17, 7:00 pm COVID-19 and Caregiving |
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AARP Driver Safety AARP Smart Driver Course is available online. No in-person courses are currently scheduled. Get a 25% discount by using discount code: DRIVINGSKILLS |
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Let's Get to Work Workshop Series
Multiple dates, Winter and Spring 2021 OnlineThe Upper Hudson Library System has teamed up with librarian and technology trainer Nate Heyer to offer a series of career and technology class. Visit our Education & Employment page to see the full class list with descriptions, and register here. All sessions are offered free of charge and online through GoToMeeting. Classes include: - Facebook Pages for Business
- Meeting Online: A Primer
- Digital Organization Sampler
- And more!
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 Tech-TalkLearn technology skills!User & PW: eglibrary |
 NoveList PlusBook database and reading recommendations*Requires an East Greenbush/Schodack card |
 Research DatabasesSearch for journal, magazine, and newspaper articles |
Ancestry
Comprehensive genealogy database |
Britannica Online
Encyclopedia Britannica |
Webucator
Self-paced tech classes. Call the library for access code. |
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East Greenbush Community Library
10 Community Way
East Greenbush, New York 12061
518-477-7476 eglibrary.org
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