Press release:
Richmond Memorial Library and the Books Sandwiched In Committee are pleased to announce a new online program called “Lunchtime Book Chats,” which will take place on Wednesdays in May at noon.
This program will be conducted online via Zoom and will begin on Wednesday, May 6.
When confronted with the reality that the usual spring series of "Books Sandwiched In" would not take place as usual, the committee built a new program to bring book reviews to the community. Committee members and guests will offer short reviews of fiction and nonfiction titles.
The lineup so far includes a book about Bob Dylan, a new mystery by Peter Swanson, new historical fiction and more! Participants will be encouraged to join in conversation and share what they are reading.
" 'Books Sandwiched In' is one of our hallmark programs and the value of it is really in conversation and interaction with the speakers. We want to ensure all of our patrons and speakers can participate when circumstances allow us to meet again," said Community & Adult Services Librarian Samantha Stryker. "In the meantime, we hope these 'Lunchtime Book Chats' can bring a sense of gathering and community to those who can participate."
Committee members are Richard Beatty, Sue Chiddy, Bob Knipe, Frances McNulty, Sandy Seyfried and Beth Stich.
Participants must have a Zoom account to take part in the program. Information will be emailed to registered participants the day of each session. To register, visit batavialibrary.org. There is a link to the registration form on the home page.
Any questions may be directed to Stryker at: sstryker@nioga.org
The spring "Books Sandwiched In" sessions are tentatively rescheduled for Wednesdays in September. More information to come.
Other virtual programs:
A mystery book discussion will be held online on Zoom at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 4. Stryker will lead a discussion of Agatha Christie's "The ABC Murders." The book is available as an eBook or audiobook on Hoopla! Click here to see all of the online services available to cardholders!
If you'd like to participate, email Stryker at: sstryker@nioga.org
The library is also hosting online Silent Reading Parties -- the next one will take place at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, April 23 at 6:30 via an event on our Facebook page @RichmondMemorialLibrary to celebrate National Library Week!
