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Grab-and-Go In-Library Browsing Tu - Fri 11 am - 6 pm Sat 9 am - 1 pm |
Item Returns Items may be returned to the bin in the library entryway during the following hours. (Drive-thru returns unavailable) Tues-Fri, 11 am - 6 pm Sat 9 am - 1 pm |
Drive-Thru Holds Pick-Up Tues-Fri, 11 am - 6 pm Sat 9 am - 1 pm |
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Destination Wedding: A Novel by Diksha Basu
This is a perfect frothy cocktail of a beach read.Tina Das, a producer for a Netflix-type company, her divorced Indian parents, mother's boyfriend, and college best friend travel to Delhi, India for a lavishly over-the-top family wedding. Having grown up American, although of Indian descent, Tina spends the entire week leading up to the wedding questioning her cultural heritage. Is she a New Yorker? Is she Indian? Does she want to marry? Is she a single career woman for life? Tina is constantly questioning her life choices and each chapter brings a fun, silly, and moving reveal. Don't ignore the brief chatter that heads up each chapter. It's a little inside joke between the reader and the characters. I highly recommend this book for a light, sweet read that won't leave you with cavities.
Recommended by Jody | Also available on Overdrive
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It’s 1947. Jackie Robinson and his bodyguard, a WW2 vet named Burke, need to find out who is trying to keep him from finishing his first season with the Brooklyn Dodgers. Robinson is the first Black player to break Major League Baseball’s color barrier and does it with grace and pride; he never loses his cool. If you liked “Green Book,” this noir mystery is right up your alley. It was a very satisfying read, tied up in Parker’s typical un-effusive way. So few words but nothing is left out. Recommended by Jody |
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Vivid, hopeful, and singular sci-fi stories as only Chiang can deliver.
Recommended by Diana | Also available on Overdrive |
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This interesting urban fantasy novel features a variety of paranormal beings, including angels, fae, werewolves, and more. While the setting is complex, with a culture and politics that the reader might not immediately understand, the main characters are compelling and carry the story. The mystery at the center of the plot, as well as the developing relationship between the two main characters, make this an excellent read for fantasy fans.
Recommended by Joelle | Also available on Overdrive |
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The Unlikely Pilgrimage of Harold Fry: A Novel by Rachel JoyceWant to travel but don't like cars, trains or planes? Meet Harold Fry, recently retired in his English village and not too thrilled with his wife, Maureen; nor is she with him. Harold receives a request from an old acquaintance, Queenie, who is confined to a hospice but wants to see him before she dies. Clad in just light shoes and coat, Harold sets out to walk the 600 miles to see Queenie. Not only do the people he encounters along his improbable journey aid his creature comforts, they also make him feel part of a community. Recommended by Roseann | Also available on Overdrive |
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Our new readers' advisory service matches adult readers with books and authors that we think you will like. Fill out the form on our website and our librarians will compile a list of book titles based on the information you provide. We will even place the items on hold for you! This free, confidential service is for adult East Greenbush/ Schodack cardholders. |
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Farmers' Market
Weekly; Wednesdays through September 30th, 4:00-6:30 pm Library/YMCA Parking Lot The market is open rain or shine every Wednesday through September 30th from 4-6:30pm. For a list of vendors and safety guidelines go to https://cdymca.org/farmers-market/. |
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Virtual Trivia Night Wednesday, September 16, 7:00-8:30 pm Back by popular demand, join us for trivia night (ages 18 and up). Teams are encouraged! Choose a captain and create a fun and unique team name. Register to receive a link to the Zoom program, and you're ready compete for trivia glory! Please Register. |
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Monday Morning Book Discussion Monday, September 21, 10:00-11:00 am Library Lawn or Patio (Weather Permitting) Bring your lawn chair or blanket and your face mask and join us outside on the library patio to discuss Where the Crawdads Sing by Delia Owens. Copies of the book are now available for checkout at the library drive-thru window. *Please note: the use of a mask covering mouth and nose is required on library property In the case of inclement weather, the book discussion will be held online over Zoom. Please register in advance to ensure that you receive updates on this event and the Zoom link. |
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Monday Evening Book Discussion Monday, September 21, 5:45-6:45 pm Library Lawn or Patio (Weather Permitting) Bring your lawn chair or blanket and your face mask and join us outside on the library lawn to discuss The Water Dancer by Ta-Nehisi Coates. Copies of the book are now available for checkout at the library drive-thru window. *Please note: the use of a mask covering mouth and nose is required on library property, |
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Monday Night Book Chat Mondays, September 21 & 28, 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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Virtual Financial Literacy: Investment BasicsTuesday, September 29, 6:00-7:00 pm Covers the basic fundamentals of investing such as the power of compounding, tax deferral, dollar cost averaging, setting realistic goals, the relationship between risk and return, various types of financial instruments, asset allocation strategies and other related content. Includes an overview of current economic conditions including the impact of COVID-19 as well as historical market data surrounding previous Presidential elections.
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Blood Drive at the Rensselaer Elks Monday, September 14, 10:30 am - 3:30 pm Support the Red Cross by donating blood during this time of need. While our in-library blood drives are postponed until further notice, we will post the locations of other upcoming local drives. Visit the Red Cross website or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to register for this or other local blood drives. |
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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. Healthy Living for Your Brain and Body September 10, 10:00 am Meaningful Activities at Home September 16, 12:30 pm Understanding Alzheimer's and Dementia September 18, 11 am Living with Alzheimer's for Caregivers
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Upper Hudson Library System Virtual Book Club Through September The UHLS Virtual Book Club is reading "The Glass Hotel" by Emily St. John Mandel. Join the discussion on Facebook. |
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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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Albany Book Festival September 10-24 The 3rd annual Albany Book Festival, presented by the NYS Writers Institute at the University at Albany, will be held online this year. Authors include Edwidge Danticat, Noam Chomsky, Gish Jen, Colum McCann and Sister Helen Prejean. All conversations are pre-recorded and available on YouTube so you can watch at your convenience, on any device. |
Nicole and Haley each won a $25 gift card to a local restaurant! Maria and Ann each won a $25 gift card for local shopping! |
Florence and Micky each won a $25 gift card towards fun & pampering! Lance and Naomi each won a $25 gift card towards practical necessities! |
Election Timeline September 29 Presidential Debate October 7 Vice Presidential Debate October 9 Last day to postmark voter registration application for general election
(Voter registration application forms are available at the library) October 14 Voter registration application must be received by board of elections by this date October 15 Second presidential debate October 22 Third presidential debate October 24 Last day those honorably discharged from the military or those who have become a naturalized citizen since October 10th may register in person at the board of elections. Oct 24 - Nov 1 Early voting period October 27 Last day to postmark application or letter of application for general election ballot. November 2 Last day to apply in person for general election ballot. November 3 General Election November 3 Last day to deliver general election ballot in person to county board, by close of polls on election day. |
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East Greenbush Community Library
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East Greenbush, New York 12061
518-477-7476 eglibrary.org
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