BETHLEHEM LIBRARY: These are uncertain times at BPL

Mar 19, 2020 Spotlight News Blogs, Community Blogs, Covid-19 Updates, Opinion 0

The rapid spread of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) has meant a lot of disruption in our everyday lives, and the library is no exception. Our response As a public gathering place, we have been...

VOORHEESVILLE LIBRARY: A letter from VPL director

Mar 19, 2020 Spotlight News Blogs, Community Blogs, Covid-19 Updates, Opinion 0

Voorheesville Public Library Director Sarah Clark wrote: Dear patrons, in the interest of public health, Voorheesville Public Library is suspending all programs and public meetings effective Friday,...

LETTER to the EDITOR: Guilderland takes steps against COVID-19

Mar 18, 2020 Spotlight News Covid-19 Updates, Opinion, Your Opinion 0

Dear Guilderland residents: Based upon impacts and disruptions caused by coronavirus (COVID-19) on residents, families, and businesses, effective at 1 p.m. on Monday, March 16, all town buildings,...

LETTER to the EDITOR: Bethlehem takes steps to prevent spread of COVID-19

Mar 18, 2020 Spotlight News Covid-19 Updates, Your Opinion 0

The town of Bethlehem is working hard to help prevent the spread of the novel coronavirus and protect our staff, our residents, and our businesses. Ensuring the delivery of essential town services...

GUILDERLAND LIBRARY: GPL closed until March 23

Mar 18, 2020 Spotlight News Blogs, Community Blogs, Covid-19 Updates, Opinion 0

Due to confirmed cases of coronavirus in Albany County, Guilderland Public Library is closed until Monday, March 23.  This is a necessary step during extraordinary times to effectively “flatten...

COLONIE LIBRARY: Library is closed until further notice

Mar 18, 2020 Spotlight News Blogs, Community Blogs, Covid-19 Updates, Opinion 0

NOTE: As of Monday, March 15, the library is closed until at least Friday, March 20 due to the coronavirus pandemic. On March 20, the situation will be re-evaluated and either opened for business or...

COLONIE LIBRARY: An orchid facelift

Mar 12, 2020 Spotlight News Blogs, Community Blogs, Opinion 0

Orchid Facelift Saturday, March 14  We are often gifted with a phalaenopsis orchid for special occasions. It blooms a while, it loses its flowers, and the leaves become droopy or brown. Don’t give...

VOORHEESVILLE LIBRARY: Family Green STEAM Program

Mar 12, 2020 Spotlight News Blogs, Community Blogs, Opinion 0

Explore, Play and Learn at a STEAM program. This is especially for children ages three through kindergarten with parents and/or caregivers. Join Ms. Amy and Ms. Lisa from 10:30 to 11:45 a.m., on...

GUILDERLAND LIBRARY: Coronavirus update

Mar 12, 2020 Spotlight News Blogs, Community Blogs, Covid-19 Updates, Opinion 0

In response to the outbreak of COVID-19, the disease caused by the Coronavirus, we are proactively responding to help ensure a safe and sanitary environment for our staff and the hundreds of people...

BETHLEHEM LIBRARY: Grow with us

Mar 12, 2020 Kristen Roberts Blogs, Community Blogs, Opinion 0

Our Seed Library is set up and ready for spring. Pick up your seed selections behind the Information Desk and get growing with us! On Friday, March 13, we’re hosting “Ready, Set, Grow,” a...