On Monday, April 8, many visitors came to enjoy the beautiful view of Mirror Lake and the mountains surrounding our small village during the total solar eclipse. By the end of the day, our counter had registered over 460 people who had entered the library since 9:30 a.m. It was an exciting day for all!

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Library budget vote

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The annual budget vote at the Lake Placid Public Library is scheduled for Tuesday, May 14 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. We look forward to seeing you there and express our gratitude for your continued support. To be eligible to vote, an individual must be a United States citizen, reside in the Lake Placid Central School District for at least 30 days and be 18 years old. Any taxpayer in the school district can obtain a copy of the amount of money required for library purposes for the ensuing year at the library or on our website: lakeplacidlibrary.org.

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Genealogy

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If you have a question regarding your family history or have hit a roadblock while researching your family tree, you can schedule a free consultation with a professional genealogist, Judith Harper. She is available to assist on the second Wednesday of each month. To sign up, call us at 518-523-3200 or visit the front desk.

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Math tutoring

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The library continues to offer free math tutoring for any student in grades 6 through12. Chris Ward is available by appointment only. For more information, call the library at 518-523-3200. This program is available thanks to the Adirondack Foundation – Lake Placid Education Foundation Fund.

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LEGO Club

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The LEGO Club meets on the last Thursday of the month from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. in the children’s room. During each session, the children have a theme to follow as they create their LEGO structures. Last month the theme was building prehistoric caves for dinosaurs. Wondering what this month’s theme will be? Meet us on April 25.

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Story time

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All parents and children are invited to join Ms. Linda for a fun time every Friday at 10:30 a.m. The session includes storytelling, singing, and table activities.

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Upcoming events

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– On Thursday, May 2nd at 10 a.m., join us to learn about the important role K-9s play in environmental conservation and safety with special guests Environmental Conservation Officer Matthew LaCroix and Webb, his K-9 partner. Programs are geared for families with children in kindergarten to grade 6, but other ages are welcome. Free parking is now available on Main Street until 11 a.m. for Lake Placid/North Elba residents with a parking sticker. The St. Eustace lot is still available; leave a note on your dashboard indicating you are at this library event. For questions, call 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.

– On Monday, May 6 from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., we are hosting a “Learn the Basics” crochet class. You can learn the stitches in a relaxed atmosphere. There won’t be a specific project to work on, but when you leave you will have the skills you need to try your hand at scarves, granny squares, or amigurumi. There will be materials provided but you are welcome to bring your own. Anyone interested please sign up at the front desk or call 518-523-3200.

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New books

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Adult Fiction: “The Road from Belhaven” by Margot Livesey, “2054: A Novel” by Elliot Ackerman, “In Sunshine or in Shadow” by Rhys Bowen and Claire Broyles, “Still See You Everywhere” by Lisa Garner, “Watch Where They Hide” by Tamron Hall, “Has Anyone Seen Charlotte Salter?” by Nicci French, “James” by Percival Everett, “The Truth About the Devlins” by Lisa Scottoline, “Expiration Dates” by Rebecca Serle, “The Princess of Las Vega” by Chris Bohjalian and many more

Non-fiction: “The Black Box: Writing the Race” by Henry Louis Gates Jr.” and “We’ve Got Issues: How You Can Stay Strong for America’s Soul and Sanity” by Phillip C. McGraw

Juvenile fiction: “Camp” by Kayla Miller, “Mixed Up” by Gordon Korman, “The Scarlet Shedder” by Dav Pilkey, “Medusa” by Katherine Marsh, “Evil Spy School” by Stuart Gibbs, “Miss Nichol is in a Pickle!” by Dan Gutman, “The 169-story Treehouse” by Andy Griffiths, “Afternoon on the Amazon Graphic Novel” adapted by Jenny Laird and “A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood: The Poetry of Mr. Rogers” by Fred Rogers

Children’s: “Penelope Rex and the Problem With Pets” by Ryan T. Higgins, “The Wrong Book” by Drew Daywalt, “You’re Going to Love This Book” Jory John, “Apart … Together” by Linda Booth Sweeney, “What’s New Daniel?” by Micha Archer and “Pearl Loves to Sing” by Olivier Dunrea

(Madonna Barney is a library assistant at the Lake Placid Public Library.)