By Nancy Howe

Public Relations/Outreach Librarian

Rosamond Gifford Lecture Series Book Club

6:30 p.m. Thursday, March 1

This book club features works by the authors who will speak at the 2017-18 season’s lecture series. You don’t have to be a ticket holder to participate. Join us to discuss “Fates and Furies” by Lauren Groff.

Friends of the BPL Present: A Meandering Path

10 a.m. Thursday, March 15

Welcome back to the 2018 season of the Friends of the Baldwinsville Public Library meetings. We start the season with Lisa Davis, gardener, artist and author from Oswego County. She will share how a small garden she planted in 1993 sparked an unexpected journey, one that led to her evolution as a gardener and the unexpected meandering path that has beckoned her ever since. A $1 suggested donation is collected at the door and refreshments are available. All are welcome.

Senior Health Info Series: Heart Healthy Diets

2:30 p.m. Thursday, March 15

Bob will offer a presentation on how to maintain a heart healthy diet for those who are taking blood pressure or cholesterol medication. This will include learning how to research dietary guidelines for the medications you are taking, and then seek out healthy food options that will provide proper nutrition without creating new complications. Registration is required; (315) 635-5631.

Celtic Ceilidh!

1:30 p.m. Sunday, March 18

Join us for our traditional Celtic Ceilidh. We’ll welcome back the Gail Lyons Harp Ensemble, with several floor harps making beautiful music together. We also welcome back the Rince Na Sonas School of Irish Dance performing Irish ceilidh dancing and jigs in their colorful costumes. Refreshments will be served, and we’ll join in an Irish sing-along at the end of the festivities!

BPL Chess Tournament

10 a.m. Saturday, March 24

Our second BPL Chess Tournament, complete with trophies for our winners! All ages and abilities are invited to enter. Contestants must register in advance. If competing, please arrive promptly at 10 a.m.