Christmastime in Schoharie

The theme this year was Trains and Snowflakes, kind of a weird combination, but we made it work.

The craft tables were awash in glitter (still getting vacuumed out of the carpeting!) for the snowflakes...

...and the model train set-up (courtesy of the Schoharie Valley Railroading Museum) was a hit with the fathers AND the kids!

Ziggy the Zigster Returned!

Ziggy, the miniature performing horse owned and trained by Michele VonLinden, returned to show us his new tricks and some of his favorite old ones, too. He also brought a copy of his book "Ziigy Visits the Library" to give to the lucky raffle winner, and another one to give to the Library.

Notice his new sneakers, especially good for when he visits nursing homes - those floors are slippery!

Ice Cream Recipe

I have had many requests for the Ice Cream recipe handout from the "What's the Scoop?" Scotia-Glenville Children's Museum program, so here it is!

Vanilla Ice Cream: Mix together in a clean 13-0z. coffee can 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup sugar and 2 teaspoons vanilla. Put the lid on and place the can in a clean 34-oz. coffee can. Fill the remaining space in the large can with chopped ice and cover the ice with about 1/3 cup salt. Put on the lid and place the can on the floor. Roll the can back and forth for 7-10 minutes. Open up both cans. Scrape down the sides of the smaller can and replace the lid. Fill the outer can with more crushed ice and salt and replace the lid. Roll the can for about 7 more minutes. Serve immediately or freeze until later. Makes 8 small servings. [for Strawberry Ice Cream, use 1 cup heavy cream, 1 cup whole milk, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 2 tablespoons sugar and 8 oz. crushed frozen strawberries with sugar]

Larry was Hi-Larry-ious!

Larry the Incredible was just that - did you see the photos in the Times-Journal? If not, here are some for you to enjoy. So glad the weather cooperated and he could fling those Chinese yo-yo's outdoors!

Sylvia and the Magic Trunk!

Sylvia Fletcher and her husband Chris brought her Magic Trunk ventriloquist show to the Library Thursday evening. Bet you wish you were one of the 62 people that came to enjoy them!
Sylvia and Smolder the Stega-dragon got along great with Sylvia and Chito the Spanish oppossum!

Summer Computer Classes

Back by popular demand, Library trustee Jody DeJong will take a break from new motherhood long enough to teach three computer classes this summer. Space is limited, so call 295-7127 ASAP to sign up for your slot on a first come-first served basis.

Thursday July 23rd - 6:30 to 8pm - Digital Camera Basics - Please note that each person needs to bring their own digital camera, USB cord and software with them to the class.

Thursday July 30th - 6:30-8pm - Digital Camera Basics - Please note that each person needs to bring their own digital camera, USB cord and software with them to the class.

Thursday August 6th - 6:30 to 7:30pm - Powerpoint

Blues, Ice Cream and the Stars - It's August!

Bring your lawn chair and your appetite to The Library on Saturday August 15th at 7 pm and prepare to be entertained by a performance by the students of the 2009 Blues Band Camp of the Depot Lane Theater. So you don't go away hungry, they will also host an Ice Cream Social as a project to benefit The Library. And for those interested in seeing more stars after the concert, join Dudley Observatory intern Caitlin McKinley and her telescope for a look at the night sky!

For more Camp information, visit : http://www.midtel.com/~scha/childrentheatre.html

"What's the Scoop?"

Come to The Library on Thursday August 13th from 3-4 pm (let's hope for hot weather) for the story of ICE Cream, and top it off with the hands-on experience of making it!! Brought to you by the Scotia-Glenvills Children's Traveling Museum.

Visit their website at: http://www.travelingmuseum.org/

Larry the Incredible!

Coming to The Library on Thursday August 6th!

"Larry’s show is awesome! Filled with world-class circus skills and non-stop laughs, this interactive comedy show is guaranteed to leave you with a whole new vision of what a juggler really is! His unique comedic personality combines a blend of stand-up and physical comedy, as well as a healthy dose of audience participation to guarantee an entertaining event every time. Larry's no stranger to improvisation, making each performance seem original and fresh.
Larry's bag of tricks is endless, from the traditional, to the more unique styles of classic vaudeville, done with a modern style. High-energy humor, incredible juggling, and modern and upbeat music make this show a guaranteed hit!"

Visit his website at : http://www.incredibleshow.com/index.html

Shakespeare in Schoharie

On Friday July 31 @ 2 pm. the students from the 2009 Shakespeare Camp of the Depot Lane Theater will present a performance from the Imortal Bard outside under the trees.

http://www.midtel.com/~scha/childrentheatre.html for more information