The Art of Racing in the Rain
by Garth Stein
Monday, November 9 at 6:30 pm
Main Library
If you’ve ever wondered what your dog is thinking, Stein’s third novel, The Art of Racing in the Rain, offers an answer. Enzo is a lab terrier mix plucked from a farm outside Seattle to ride shotgun with race car driver Denny Swift as he pursues success on the track and off. Denny meets and marries Eve, has a daughter, Zoë, and risks his savings and his life to make it on the professional racing circuit. Enzo, frustrated by his inability to speak and his lack of opposable thumbs, watches Denny’s old racing videos, coins koanlike aphorisms that apply to both driving and life, and hopes for the day when his life as a dog will be over and he can be reborn a man.
Tuesday, November 10 at 6:00pm
Main Library
The District Board of Trustees will hold a meeting at the Main Library.
- Special District Board – 6:00pm
- Association Board – 6:30pm
Saturdays, November 7, 14 and 21 at 10:00 am
Main Library
In conjunction with the Troy YMCA, we will offer a Pilates Fitness Program. Come for one hour of relaxation and exercise. Please dress comfortably and bring a Pilates or yoga mat. You may register for a single class or all three.
This program is free and open to the public. Please make reservations by calling the library.
Wednesday, November 11 at 10:30 am
Main Library
Musical storytime special event with music specialist Lisa Russo
Lisa will read stories, sing, and play her guitar and bring unique instruments for the children to play.
This program is intended for pre-school children up to age 5, accompanied by a parent or caregiver. Please register by stopping by or calling the Young People’s Department at 274-7071.
Wednesday, November 18 from 3:45 to 5:00 pm
Main Library
Come learn exciting and fun ways to:
- Hold and touch your baby
- Tell your baby you love them
- Play with your baby
- Help to begin building your baby’s self-esteem
Presented by Healthy Families of Rensselaer County. This program is FREE. Refreshments, free baby books, and raffle prizes! Please register by stopping by or calling the Young People’s Department at 274-7071.
