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May 2025 Newsletter

5/1/2025

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News from Castleton Public Library - May 2025
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Notes from Our Director: 

Spring is a wonderful time to explore the outdoors -- and your library can help!

May brings the return of our StoryWalks at Schodack Town Park and Schodack Island State Park! The StoryWalk uses pages from a picture book along a walking path so that families can enjoy reading and the outdoors at the same time, any time the parks are open. Each StoryWalk begins near the park's playground. We change the book each month from May through October!

We also have items you can borrow to help you enjoy the outdoors. Explore underneath the surface of the Earth with our metal detector! Borrow one for 14 days using your library card, just like borrowing a book.  You can also borrow fishing poles from the library for 14 days. The library has several poles to loan -- each pole is ready to go with line, hook, and a bobber. 

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
Download May events calendar as a PDF
Weekly Events
Learn & Play Storytime 

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29.


Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills!
Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Handprint Dinosaur

Pick up anytime from Sunday, May 4 through Saturday, May 31.

Use your handprints to craft a ROAR-some dinosaur!
Our StoryWalks
May StoryWalk @Schodack Island - Wake Up by Helen Frost
 
Location: Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156
 
The StoryWalk begins near the playground and is available anytime!
 

Enjoy a StoryWalk with your family! Wake Up by Helen Frost will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month.
May StoryWalk @Schodack Town Park - Surprise in the Meadow by Anna Vojtech

Location: Schodack Town Park, 498 Poyneer Road, Nassau, NY 12123
 
The StoryWalk begins near the playground and is available anytime!
 

Enjoy a StoryWalk with your family! Surprise in the Meadow by Anna Vojtech will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month. 
Our Other Events
Drop-In Tech Help
 
Thursday, May 1, 12:00-5:00 p.m.

Stop in anytime with tech questions that our on-site tech guru can help to answer.
Friends of CPL Plant Sale

Saturday, May 3, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: River Rest (Corner of Scott Avenue and Main Street), Castleton, NY 12033

All proceeds benefit the library! An assortment of vegetable plants and flowers will be available, with coffee and donuts also available for purchase. The day will include live music as well -- be sure to stop by!
 
Little Ones Playtime

Saturday & Sunday, May 3-4, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Little ones ages birth to 5 years are invited to drop in any time on Saturday or Sunday to play with a special assortment of fun toys geared toward young children. 

After Dinner Book Club - The Rabbit Hutch by Tess Gunty

Monday, May 5, 7:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's title is The Rabbit Hutch by Tess Gunty. 
Mother's Day Crafts
 
Wednesday, May 7, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Create a handmade gift for Mom or another special person in your life who deserves to be celebrated!

 
Film Screening: Free for All: The Public Library

Friday, May 9, 4:00 p.m. 

Free for All: The Public Library tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today's librarians who service the public despite working in a contentious age of closures and book bans, meet those who created a civic institution where everything is free and the doors are open to all. This film screening is made possible by Indie Lens Pop-Up.

Saturday Stories

Saturday, May 10, 11:30 a.m.

Stop by for a weekend storytime and activity geared toward families with young children (ages birth-8) featuring crafts, music and movement, books, and fun!
Narcan Training

Saturday, May 10, 1:00 p.m. 

Join Rensselaer County Department of Health and Nopiates Committee for a free Narcan training. You'll learn to recognize the signs and symptoms of an opioid overdose and the steps to respond and administer naloxone. This life-saving training provides you with the skills to respond.

Job Seeker Help with Rensselaer County Career Center

Monday, May 12, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Looking for a new job or fresh career path? Rensselaer County Career Center is here to help! Professional career services include resume development, interview preparation, job search assistance, and career assessment.
 
Fiber Arts Workshop
 
Monday, May 12, 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

For adults and teens ages 16+. Join us for our monthly Fiber Arts Workshop! Whether you're new to knitting and crochet or a seasoned fiber artist, this is the perfect place to share and create in a friendly environment. All skill levels welcome! Yarn and hooks/needles are available to beginners. 
CPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, May 12, 7:00 p.m.

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. 
Bingo Night for Kids and Teens

Tuesday, May 13, 6:00 p.m.

Recommended for kids age 5 and up. Play Bingo at the library! Learn number and focus skills with the chance to win cool prizes! The game starts at 6:00 p.m.; we'll see you there!
Open Mic Night

Wednesday, May 14, 6:00 p.m.

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

 
Family Cooking: No-Bake Energy Bites

Sunday, May 18, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Get ready for a sweet treat that's good for you! Families are invited to a hands-on workshop where we'll be making no-bake energy bites. Learn how to create tasty, energy-boosting snacks using simple ingredients. This is a perfect opportunity for kids to get creative in the kitchen. All supplies provided.

World of Tea
 
Monday, May 19
– Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m.
– Evening Session: 6:00 p.m.

Afternoon Session: 1:00 p.m.; Evening Session: 6:00 p.m. For adults and teens ages 15+. Join us to explore different varieties of tea from around the globe! You'll create your own signature tea blend, and take some tea samples to brew at home.

Career Day: Lawyer
 
Tuesday, May 20, 6:00 p.m.

For grades 4 and up. This monthly series highlights all types of professions to offer an educational opportunity to kids and teens about potential future careers! This month, we'll hear from a lawyer from the NYS Office for People with Developmental Disabilities.

Afternoon Book Club: The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl
 
Wednesday, May 21, 1:00 p.m.

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is The Comfort of Crows: A Backyard Year by Margaret Renkl.
Friends of CPL Meeting
 
Wednesday, May 21, 6:00 p.m. 

Want to help support and raise funds for the library? Come join the Friends! All are welcome. 
STEAM Lab: Paper Chain Challenge

Friday, May 23, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

The challenge begins every half hour: 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00. Take the paper chain challenge -- see how long of a paper chain you can craft out of a single sheet of paper and compete against others' measurements to find out how how creative you can get!
 
Family Dice and Card Game Weekend
 
Saturday & Sunday, May 24-25, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Dice and card games will be set up all weekend to compete and play with your family and friends!
Kids Cook Around the World: Tzatziki Dip
 
Tuesday, May 27, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Bring your passport and learn about this refreshing and easy-to-make dipping sauce!

Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults

Wednesday, May 28, 7:00 p.m. 

In this monthly workshop-style class, we will complete writing exercises that spark creativity and share our own pieces with the group in an effort to hone the craft of storytelling.

Teen Scene: Wooden Bookmarks

Friday, May 30, 2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.

For grades 6 and up. Teens, join us for a Teen Scene afternoon filled with snacks, music, and wooden bookmark crafting!

 
After Dinner Book Club - Supercommunicators by Charles Duhigg

Monday, June 2, 7:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's title is Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection by Charles Duhigg. 

 
Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
Copyright © 2025 Castleton Public Library, All rights reserved.

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April 2025 Newsletter

4/1/2025

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News from Castleton Public Library - April 2025
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Notes from Our Director: 

Spring is here! Come celebrate the season by borrowing one of our museum passes for a day trip, or learning and having fun at one of our classes and events for children and teens during the school break from April 12 through April 19. 

The Friends of the Castleton Public Library will also be holding three fundraisers to benefit the library this month (see events calendar below for full details): 
  • Breakfast Fundraiser - Saturday, April 12 from 9:00-11:00 a.m. at Rensselaer Elks Lodge
  • Bottle and Can Drive - Saturday, April 19 through Saturday, April 26
  • Plant Sale - Saturday, May 3 from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at River Rest

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
Download April events calendar as a PDF
Weekly Events
Learn & Play Storytime 

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. 

April 3, 10, 17, 24.


Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills!
Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Earth Day Door Hanger

Pick up anytime from Sunday, March 30 through Saturday, May 3.

Create a paper mosaic Earth to become a decoration for Earth Day!
Our Other Events
A Talk on Sustainability with Author Trent Romer
 
Wednesday, April 2, 6:00 p.m.

Join us for a talk with Trent Romer, author of Finding Sustainability and This is Our Home. Romer has traveled extensively to learn about and apply sustainability in his professional and personal life. He will share insight on his findings and realistic ideas we can all implement in our journey to sustainability.


 
Special Visitor Storytime: Celebrate Spring!
 
Thursday, April 3, 10:30 a.m.

An educator from the Schodack Island State Park will join us for this special storytime as we celebrate the arrival of Spring and learn about how animals welcome in the new season.


 
Drop-In Tech Help
 
Thursday, April 3, 12:00-5:00 p.m.

Stop in anytime with tech questions that our on-site tech guru can help to answer.
Little Ones Playtime

Saturday & Sunday, April 5-6, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Little ones ages birth to 5 years are invited to drop in any time on Saturday or Sunday to play with a special assortment of fun toys geared toward young children. 

After Dinner Book Club - Animal, Vegetable, Junk: A History of Food, from Sustainable to Suicidal by Mark Bittman

Monday, April 7, 7:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's title is Animal, Vegetable, Junk: A History of Food, from Sustainable to Suicidal by Mark Bittman. 
Teen Scene: Flat Braid Friendship Bracelets

Tuesday, April 8, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m. 

For grades 6 and up. Teens, join us for our first Teen Scene afternoon filled with snacks, music, and friendship bracelets.

Open Mic Night

Wednesday, April 9, 6:00 p.m.

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

 
NYS Citizens Preparedness Corps Training Program

Thursday, April 10, 11:00 a.m.

For adults. This course will teach you to have the tools and resources to prepare for natural and man-made disasters, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions. 

 
Friends of CPL Breakfast Fundraiser
 
Saturday, April 12, 9:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Location: Rensselaer Elks Lodge 2073, 683 Columbia Turnpike, East Greenbush, NY 12061

Enjoy breakfast while you help benefit the library! Cost is $12.00 for a full breakfast of 2 eggs, bacon or sausage, home fries, pancakes, toast, and a beverage. Children age 12 and under eat for $6.00.
Build with Keva Planks

Saturday, April 12, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Want to build something cool? Drop in and make a tower or other exciting structure out of Keva Planks!

Paint with Pudding
 
Sunday, April 13, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Join us for finger painting with different colors of pudding. Come make a sweet and colorful design!

Paper Art Collages
 
Monday, April 14, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.

In honor of Earth Day, let's take something old and make it new again by turning recycled paper into a beautiful scene!

Kids Cook Around the World: Irish Soda Bread
 
Tuesday, April 15, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Stop in to learn about this Irish recipe which dates back to the 1800's! Add a new stamp to your passport, knead some bread dough, and taste test the modern version of Irish Soda Bread.

Perler Bead Crafts
 
Wednesday, April 16, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. 

Use your imagination to make awesome creations with perler beads! All ages welcome.
Afternoon Book Club: The Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden
 
Wednesday, April 16, 1:00 p.m.

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is The Warm Hands of Ghosts by Katherine Arden.
Friends of CPL Meeting
 
Wednesday, April 16, 6:00 p.m. 

Want to help support and raise funds for the library? Come join the Friends! All are welcome. 
STEAM Lab: Graphing Games

Thursday, April 17, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.

In this STEAM Lab, we'll be playing some brain games which will get you thinking while having fun!
 
Paint a Mini Flowerpot
 
Friday, April 18, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Join us to welcome in the warmer weather by designing a unique mini flowerpot that can house your growing flowers all the days of Spring!
 
Friends of CPL Bottle & Can Drive

Saturday, April 19 through Saturday, April 26.

Save us your empties! Bring your returnable bottles and cans to the library any time during our open hours from Saturday, 4/19 through Saturday, 4/26. All proceeds benefit the library. 
Saturday Stories

Saturday, April 19, 11:30 a.m.

Stop by for a weekend storytime and activity geared toward families with young children (ages birth-8) featuring crafts, music and movement, books, and fun!
String Art Cards

Saturday, April 19, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Recommended for ages 8 and up. Discover the art of string and the unique designs you can create with it.
CPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, April 21, 7:00 p.m.

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. 
Earth Day Paper Beads

Tuesday, April 22, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. 

Recommended for ages 5 and up. Fashion paper beads with recycled paper for a bracelet, necklace or keychain.

Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults

Wednesday, April 23, 7:00 p.m. 

In this monthly workshop-style class, we will complete writing exercises that spark creativity and share our own pieces with the group in an effort to hone the craft of storytelling.

Rainbow Scratch Art

Saturday & Sunday, April 26-27, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Stop by the library to make cool rainbow scratch art using special paper!

 
Career Day: Construction

Tuesday, April 29, 6:00 p.m.

This monthly series highlights all types of professions to offer an educational opportunity to kids and teens about potential future careers! This month, we'll hear from Joe Marotta of Raven Hammer Contracting.
 
Bingo Night for Adults

Wednesday, April 30, 6:00 p.m.

Adults, come play Bingo at the library! Bring your friends and share some laughs with the chance to win book-themed prizes. The game starts at 6:00 p.m.; we'll see you there!
 
Special Visitor Storytime: Mammals

Thursday, May 1, 10:30 a.m.

An educator from the Schodack Island State Park will join us for this special storytime.
 
Friends of CPL Plant Sale

Saturday, May 3, 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Location: River Rest (Corner of Scott Avenue and Main Street), Castleton, NY 12033

All proceeds benefit the library! An assortment of vegetable plants and flowers will be available, with coffee and donuts also available for purchase. The day will include live music as well -- be sure to stop by!
 
Little Ones Playtime

Saturday & Sunday, May 3-4, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Little ones ages birth to 5 years are invited to drop in any time on Saturday or Sunday to play with a special assortment of fun toys geared toward young children. 

Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
Copyright © 2025 Castleton Public Library, All rights reserved.

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March 2025 Newsletter

3/4/2025

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News from Castleton Public Library - March 2025
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Notes from Our Director: 

Spring is almost here! Stave away cabin fever during the next few weeks by visiting us to borrow a book or movie, stop in for our fun activities for kids, or attend one of our events for adults. We're here to serve you!

Did you know that the Friends of Castleton Public Library are currently seeking volunteers? Some of the Friends' current volunteer opportunities are: 
   *Baking for the Friends' June bake sales at Music at Schodack Town Park. 
   *Helping to create/update a Friends Facebook page, website, and database. 
   *Calling donors to support Friends events. 
   *Serving as a chair or co-chair to assist in planning Friends events. 
   *Assisting during Friends events.
   *Helping to plan during Friends meetings.
Interested in volunteering with the Friends of CPL? Call Friends of CPL President Theresa Scandurra at 518-466-8051 or email [email protected].

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
Download March events calendar as a PDF
Weekly Events
Learn & Play Storytime 

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. 

March 6, 13, 20, 27.


Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills!
Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Fruit Loop Rainbow

Pick up anytime from Sunday, March 2 through Saturday, March 29.

Design a tasty 3D rainbow using only three "ingredients"!
Our Other Events
Bingo Night for Kids and Teens

Tuesday, March 4, 6:00 p.m. 

Recommended for kids age 5 and up. Play Bingo at the library! Learn number and focus skills with the chance to win cool prizes! The game starts at 6:00 p.m.; we'll see you there!

Drop-In Tech Help

Thursday, March 6, 12:00-5:00 p.m. 

Stop in anytime with tech questions that our on-site tech guru can help to answer.

Little Ones Playtime

Saturday & Sunday, March 8 & 9, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Little ones ages birth to 5 years are invited to drop in any time on Saturday or Sunday to play with a special assortment of fun toys geared toward young children. 

Open Mic Night

Wednesday, March 12, 6:00 p.m.

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

 
Online Safety for Adults

Thursday, March 13, 3:00 p.m.

Our digital footprint is growing as we become more and more online. While it is convenient to pay bills online and book doctor’s appointments, it also leaves our personal information more vulnerable to fraudsters and data brokers. Join NYS Division of Consumer Protection to learn how to minimize your digital footprint and protect your data when interacting online.

 
STEAM Lab: Rainbow in a Jar
 
Friday, March 14, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

*Starts every hour on the hour.*

Learn about the colors of the rainbow and water density in this fun experiment!
Build with Cardboard Bricks

Saturday & Sunday, March 15-16, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

See what you can create out of our large cardboard bricks that are perfect for building!

CPL Board of Trustees Meeting

Monday, March 17, 7:00 p.m. 

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. 

Afternoon Book Club: Rough Sleepers by Tracy Kidder
 
Wednesday, March 19, 6:00 p.m. 

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is Rough Sleepers by Tracy Kidder.

Friends of CPL Meeting
 
Wednesday, March 19, 6:00 p.m. 

Want to help support and raise funds for the library? Come join the Friends! All are welcome. 
Kids Cook Around the World: German Chocolate Cake
 
Thursday, March 20, 2:30-5:30 p.m. 

Who doesn't love chocolate? Join us for a delectable treat, a new passport stamp, and a surprising origin story.
Coloring and Conversation for Adults
 
Friday, March 21, 3:00-6:00 p.m.

Adults, drop in for a relaxing coloring experience with light refreshments, ambient music, and new friends.
Saturday Stories

Saturday, March 22, 11:30 a.m. 

Stop by for a weekend storytime and activity geared toward families with young children (ages birth-8) featuring crafts, music and movement, books, and fun!

 
Career Day: School Librarian
 
Tuesday, March 25, 6:00 p.m.

This monthly series highlights all types of professions to offer an educational opportunity to kids and teens about potential future careers! This month, we'll hear from School Librarian, Stacey Rattner.
 
Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults

Wednesday, March 26, 7:00 p.m. 

Learn tips and techniques for writing memoir and creative nonfiction in this monthly workshop-style class! We will complete writing exercises that spark creativity and share our own pieces of writing with the group in an effort to hone the craft of storytelling.

Emoji Pillows

Sunday, March 30, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Do you love emojis? Create and decorate your own special emoji pillow! No sewing is required. Recommended for ages 5 and up.


 
A Talk on Sustainability with Author Trent Romer
 
Wednesday, April 2, 6:00 p.m.

Join us for a talk with Trent Romer, author of Finding Sustainability and This is Our Home. Romer has traveled extensively to learn about and apply sustainability in his professional and personal life. He will share insight on his findings and realistic ideas we can all implement in our journey to sustainability.


 
Drop-In Tech Help
 
Thursday, April 3, 12:00-5:00 p.m.

Stop in anytime with tech questions that our on-site tech guru can help to answer.
After Dinner Book Club - Animal, Vegetable, Junk: A History of Food, from Sustainable to Suicidal by Mark Bittman

Monday, April 7, 7:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's title is Animal, Vegetable, Junk: A History of Food, from Sustainable to Suicidal by Mark Bittman. 
Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
Copyright © 2025 Castleton Public Library, All rights reserved.

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Job Opening: Library Assistant (Part-Time)

2/12/2025

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Job Opening: Library Assistant, Castleton Public Library (Part-Time)
 
Primary Duties:
  • Assisting with marketing, including online calendar entry, social media posting, and the creation of flyers and brochures.
  • Preparing, conducting, and assisting with programming for children and adults.
  • Preparing library materials for circulation, including cataloging library materials.
  • Coordinating and conducting long-term digitization project, including overseeing project volunteers.
  • Assisting with collection management, including inventory, weeding, and ordering.
  • Providing basic reference service and basic technology training to library patrons, including assistance with public computers.
 
Minimum Qualifications:
  1. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree; or
  2. Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree and two (2) years of library experience.
 
Preferred Qualifications: Experience in an automated library environment.
 
Pay Rate:  $21.50 per hour.
 
Schedule: 15 hours per week. Position will include some evening and weekend hours.  
 
How to Apply:
Send a letter of interest and resume by email to [email protected], or drop off at Castleton Public Library, 85 S. Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033, Attn: Melissa Tacke. Applications must be received by Sunday, March 2.
 
Rensselaer County Civil Service Commission Official Job Specifications:
Library Assistant
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:  The work involves the responsibility for learning and performing various library functions and services at a para-professional level in a Public Library.  The work is performed under the general supervision of the Librarian or Library Director with latitude to operate independently within the range of prescribed responsibilities.  Supervision may be exercised over clerical staff.  A Library Assistant also does related work as required.
EXAMPLES OF WORK: (Illustrative only)
Conducts public programming for both children and adults;
Suggests titles for purchase or discard in a subject area;
Notifies and discusses with patrons overdue, lost or damaged materials;
Answers reference questions for library users and staff;
Instructs public in proper use of library resources;
May provide reference and readers’ advisory services;
Works at the circulation desk;
May conduct tours, book talks, multi-media programs, story and picture book hours;
Locates library material for patrons and staff;
May prepare library exhibits and displays;
Processes and prepares library materials for use;
May perform cataloging of library materials;
May train and supervise clerical and volunteer personnel;
May compile bibliographies;
May perform on-line computer searches.
FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:  Working knowledge of modern library service principles, practices and procedures; working knowledge of library materials, including on-line data base systems; ability to express ideas clearly and accurately both orally and in writing; ability to direct the work of others; ability to read and comprehend written material; ability to carry out assignments independently; ability to get along well with others; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.  
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
(a)        Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree; or
(b)        Graduation from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with an Associate’s Degree and two (2) years of library experience
ADOPTED: MARCH 25, 1992, CSC Mtg.
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February 2025 Newsletter

2/3/2025

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News from Castleton Public Library - February 2025
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Notes from Our Director: 

We're pleased to share our 2024 Annual Report with the community! The purpose of this report is to share some highlights about how Castleton Public Library performed last year. Check it out here: 

Click here to see the report as an image.

Click here to download the report as a PDF.

Have any questions or comments about our Annual Report?
Send an email to [email protected] or call the library at 518-732-0879. 

Below is a complete listing of all of our events for the month of February. There's so many reasons this month to Love Your Library -- we're here to serve you!

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
Download February events calendar as a PDF
Weekly Events
Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m.

February 4, 11, 18, 25.

Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! Ages birth-8. 

Learn & Play Storytime 

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. 

February 6, 13, 20, 27.


Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their early literacy and motor skills!
Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Paper Fan Snowman

Pick up anytime from Sunday, February 2 through Saturday, March 1.

Enjoy a paper craft that takes a bit of cutting and gluing and turns into an adorable snowman!
Our Other Events
After Dinner Book Club - The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality by Amanda Montell

Monday, February 3, 7:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's title is The Age of Magical Overthinking: Notes on Modern Irrationality by Amanda Montell.
STEAM Lab: Indoor Snow

Friday, February 7, 2:30 - 5:30 p.m. 

Snow minus the cold outdoor temperatures! We can still have fun while experimenting with this fluffy mix inside.

Little Ones Playtime

Saturday & Sunday, February 8-9, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Little ones ages birth to 5 years are invited to drop in any time on Saturday or Sunday to play with a special assortment of fun toys geared toward young children. 

Heart Art

Tuesday, February 11, 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.

You’ll be amazed at what adorable animals you can create with only one shape: a heart!

 
Open Mic Night

Wednesday, February 12, 6:00 p.m.

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

 
Film Screening: WMHT's North to New York: The Great Migration in NY's Capital Region
 
Thursday, February 13, 1:00 p.m.

Join us as we screen WMHT's newest documentary, North to New York: The Great Migration in NY's Capital Region. Each September, the Capital Region of New York celebrates Mississippi Day, commemorating the roots of a community born from the migration of African Americans from the small town of Shubuta, Mississippi to Albany, NY and surrounding areas. 
 
WMHT's North to New York: The Capital Region & the Great Migration is an original documentary about the history and legacy of those that left all they knew behind to make the Capital Region home.
Make Your Own Puzzle

Saturday, February 15, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Create your own design on a blank puzzle you can take home and put together!

Magic Flashlight Art

Sunday, February 16, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

Learn how to illuminate your art with this cool trick!

Origami
 
Tuesday, February 18, 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. 

Learn how to craft simple animals, shapes, and symbols in this beginner origami workshop!

CPL Board of Trustees Meeting
 
Tuesday, February 18, 7:00 p.m. 

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Giant Connect Four
 
Wednesday, February 19, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m. 

Bring a friend or family member to play a game of Connect Four using our giant set.
Afternoon Book Club - On the Road by Jack Kerouac

Wednesday, February 19, 1:00 p.m. 

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's title is On the Road by Jack Kerouac. 

 
Friends of CPL Meeting
 
Wednesday, February 19, 6:00 p.m. 

Want to help support and raise funds for the library? Come join the Friends! All are welcome. 
Marble Painting
 
Thursday, February 20, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Create unique designs using simple materials and a bit of paint!
 
Kids Cook Around the World: Swedish Meatballs

Thursday, February 21, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Join us in this month's Kids Cook Around the World as we discover the real origin behind Swedish meatballs. Are they Swedish? Are they Turkish? Learn how to make them and a bit of background on this tasty dish!


 
DIY Snow Globes
 
Saturday, February 22, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Create your own snowy scene, add water and glitter, then give it a shake!


 
Marble Run Fun
 
Sunday, February 23, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Design & build a unique maze for a marble to go through, then drop a marble in and watch it work!
Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults

Wednesday, February 26, 7:00 p.m. 

Learn tips and techniques for writing memoir and creative nonfiction in this monthly workshop-style class! We will complete writing exercises that spark creativity and share our own pieces of writing with the group in an effort to hone the craft of storytelling.

After Dinner Book Club - Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange

Monday, March 3, 7:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's title is Wandering Stars by Tommy Orange. 
Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Check Out Our Virtual Storytime Episodes

Did you know that we have a playlist of Virtual Storytime episodes that you can watch anytime? All episodes are created by Miss Joelle, our Youth Services Librarian. 
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes with us, on your schedule!

For our full Virtual Storytime playlist of 74 episodes, visit tinyurl.com/CPL-storytime
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
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January 2025 Newsletter

12/30/2024

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News from Castleton Public Library - January 2025
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Notes from Our Director: 

Happy New Year! The start of a new year is a great time for a fresh start and to explore new opportunities. Want to spend more time tapping into your creativity, learn how best to tell your story, or explore new recipes? See this month's program calendar below for information about our offerings this January. 

Looking to join a book club in the new year? We have two monthly book clubs for adults at the library: 
  • The After Dinner Book Club meets the first Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. Books are available at the front desk starting 4 weeks prior to the discussion date. Check out what we'll be reading in 2025! 
  • The Afternoon Book Club meets the third Wednesday of each month at 1:00 p.m. Books are available at the front desk starting 4 weeks prior to the discussion date. Check out what we'll be reading in 2025! 

For those with young children, the new year is also a great time to explore our weekly early-learning programs for little ones:
  • Pajama Storytime, offered every Tuesday at 6:00 p.m., is geared toward children from birth to age 8 to enjoy stories. Little ones are welcome to wear their PJs or bring a stuffed animal friend!
  • Learn & Play Storytime, offered every Thursday at 10:30 a.m., helps little ones from birth to age 5 build their early literacy and motor skills through stories, rhymes, music, movement, and play. Bring your little one and help strengthen the skills they need to become ready to read -- and have fun too! 
We look forward to serving you in 2025! Have questions about our services? Email [email protected] or call us at 518-732-0879.  

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
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Weekly Events
Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m.

January 7, 14, 21, 28.

Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! Ages birth-8. 

Learn & Play Storytime

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

January 2, 9, 16, 23, 30.

Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement!

Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Egg Carton Caterpillars

Pick up anytime from Sunday, January 5 through Saturday, February 1.

Create a caterpillar out of an egg carton and other crafting supplies!
Our Other Events
Candy Sushi
 
Sunday, January 5, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Unleash your inner sushi chef and craft candy into edible art! Recommended for ages 8 and up.
After Dinner Book Club: Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto
 
Monday, January 6, 7:00 p.m.
 

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is Vera Wong's Unsolicited Advice for Murderers by Jesse Q. Sutanto.
Open Mic Night
 
Wednesday, January 8, 6:00 p.m.
 

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.
STEAM Lab: Salt Painting
 
Friday, January 10, 2:30-5:30 p.m.
 

Join us to kick off our new science series, STEAM Lab! In this STEAM Lab, you'll be creating salt paintings of snowflakes using a few simple ingredients. Watch the experiment unfold before your eyes as you design!
Little Ones Playtime
 
Saturday & Sunday, January 11-12, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Little ones ages birth to 5 years are invited to drop in any time on Saturday or Sunday to play with a special assortment of fun toys geared toward young children.
Library Board Meeting
 
Monday, January 13, 7:00 p.m.
 

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Afternoon Book Club: The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel
 
Wednesday, January 15, 1:00 p.m.
 

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel.
Design Your Own Wooden Bookmark
 
Saturday, January 18, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Save your page in style with a decorative wooden bookmark. We'll have a variety of crafting materials available to design with!
Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults
 
Wednesday, January 22, 7:00 p.m.
 

Learn tips and techniques for writing memoir and creative nonfiction in this monthly workshop-style class! We will complete writing exercises that spark creativity and share our own pieces of writing with the group in an effort to hone the craft of storytelling.
Legomania
 
Saturday & Sunday, January 25-26, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

We’ll have lots of Legos out on both Saturday and Sunday for this all-weekend build-a-thon!
The World of Tea
 
Sunday, January 26, 11:00 a.m.
 

For adults and teens ages 15+. Join us to explore different varieties of tea from around the globe! You'll create your own signature tea blend, and take some tea samples to brew at home.
Kids Cook Around the World: Vegetable Dumplings
 
Wednesday, January 29, 1:00-6:00 p.m.
 

Did you know that dumplings are a symbol of good luck during the Lunar New Year? Drop in to learn how to make vegetable dumplings and receive a passport for joining us at our first Kids Cook Around the World event!
Take Your Child to the Library Day
 
Saturday, February 1, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Visit to learn about all the fun you can have with us (and pick up a goodie bag!). We'll hold a storytime at 11:30, and will offer a drop-in craft activity from 12:00-4:00!
Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
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December 2024 Newsletter

12/2/2024

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News from Castleton Public Library - December 2024
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Notes from Our Director: 

As fall turns to winter and the year comes to a close, it's a great time to visit CPL. Check out a book or a movie to enjoy on a cold winter evening, borrow one of our specialty cake and cookie pans to make holiday treats, or enjoy our classes and events. See below for a complete list of our December events, including a number of fun events for kids during the school break!

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
Download our December calendar as a PDF
Weekly Events
Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m.

December 3, 10, 17 (No storytime on 12/24 and 12/31).

Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! Ages birth-8. 

Learn & Play Storytime

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

December 5, 12, 19, 26.

Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement!

Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Snowflakes

Pick up anytime from Sunday, December 1 through Saturday, January 4.

Make your own one-of-a-kind snowflake to decorate your home this winter!
Our Other Events
After Dinner Book Club: Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell by Sy Montgomery
 
Monday, December 2, 7:00 p.m.
 

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell by Sy Montgomery.
Spice of the Month Club: Cinnamon
 
Wednesday, December 4, 7:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Spice up your life and join us to learn about a different spice or herb each month. We'll talk about the spice, try a food that contains it, and send you home with information, recipes, and the spice of the month to experiment with!
Legomania
 
Saturday & Sunday, December 7-8, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

We’ll have lots of Legos out on both Saturday and Sunday for this all-weekend build-a-thon!
Make a 3D Snowflake
 
Monday, December 9, 12:00-8:00 p.m.
 

Come learn how to make 3-D snowflakes to celebrate the changing season! All ages welcome.
Open Mic Night
 
Wednesday, December 11, 6:00 p.m.
 

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.
Holiday Cookie Swap
 
Saturday, December 14, 11:00 a.m.
 

Perfect for entertaining! Here’s how it works – BAKE: Bake 4 dozen of your favorite holiday cookies. BRING: Bring cookies in one container. Please do not separate into portions ahead of time. PRINT: Bring a copy of your recipe to share. SWAP: We’ll divide the cookies equally among the bakers.
Little Ones Playtime
 
Saturday & Sunday, December 14-15, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Little ones ages birth to 5 years are invited to drop in any time on Saturday or Sunday to play with a special assortment of fun toys geared toward young children.
Library Board Meeting
 
Monday, December 16, 7:00 p.m.
 

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Afternoon Book Club: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
 
Wednesday, December 18, 1:00 p.m.
 

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is The Midnight Library by Matt Haig.
Scrabble
 
Wednesday, December 18, 6:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Play Scrabble with fellow word-lovers. All levels welcome!
Marble Run Fun
 
Saturday, December 21, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Design & build a unique maze for a marble to go through, then drop a marble in and watch it work!
Kids Cook: Birthday Cake Popcorn
 
Sunday, December 22, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

At this month's Kids Cook, learn to make delicious birthday cake flavored popcorn with marshmallows!
Slime
 
Monday, December 23, 1:00-5:00 p.m.
 

Drop in to make icky, gooey slime! Recommended for ages 5 and up.
Winter Bird Feeder Storytime
 
Thursday, December 26, 10:30 a.m.
 

Join us for a special storytime and activity! Listen to stories about winter birds and then make your own simple bird feeder. Hang it up outside to help keep the local birds fed during the winter months!
Perler Bead Crafts
 
Thursday, December 26, 12:00-6:00 p.m.
 

Use your imagination to make awesome creations with perler beads! All ages welcome.
Hot Chocolate Tasting
 
Friday, December 27, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
 

Warm up with our hot chocolate tasting! Sample different mix-ins and toppings to create the ultimate winter drink.
Simple Shapes Penguin Craft
 
Saturday, December 28, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Geometry and penguins meet! Build an adorable paper penguin using simple shapes.
Cool Science: Lava Lamps
 
Sunday, December 29, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Discover the science behind how lava lamps work, and make your own simple lava lamp!
New Year's Crafts
 
Monday, December 30, 12:00-8:00 p.m.
 

Ready to get excited for 2025? Stop by to make special New Year's Day crafts to decorate your home!
Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
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November 2024 Newsletter

10/30/2024

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News from Castleton Public Library - November 2024
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Notes from Our Director: 

Did you know that we are currently hiring? We are seeking a part-time Library Aide for a weekend position. The deadline to apply is Monday, November 4! For more information about the position and how to apply, visit https://tinyurl.com/CPL-HiringOct24

It's the time of year to give thanks! Any time this November, stop into the library and write down something that you're grateful for on a paper leaf and we'll add it to our front window. Watch the number of leaves grow all month and see what people in our community are thankful for.

See below for a complete list of our November events. We hope you'll join us! 

Best, 

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
Download our November calendar as a PDF
Weekly Events
Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m.

November 5, 12, 19, 26.

Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! Ages birth-8. 

Learn & Play Storytime

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

November 7, 14, 21 (No storytime on 11/28).

Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement!

Bridge Club 

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. 

November 1, 8, 15, 22 (No bridge on 11/29).


Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher.
Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Kaleidoscopes

Pick up anytime from Sunday, November 3 through Saturday, November 30.

Make your own easy homemade kaleidoscope using our kit and your imagination!
Our Other Events
After Dinner Book Club: Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe
 
Monday, November 4, 7:00 p.m.
 

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is Things Fall Apart by Chinua Achebe.
Spice of the Month Club: Nutmeg
 
Wednesday, November 6, 7:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Spice up your life and join us to learn about a different spice or herb each month. We'll talk about the spice, try a food that contains it, and send you home with information, recipes, and the spice of the month to experiment with!
Edible Art
 
Friday, November 8, 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
 

Looking for something to do on your day off from school? Stop by to create your own unique artistic sculptures and structures out of food, then eat them when you’re all finished!
Build with Keva Planks
 
Saturday, November 9, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and
Sunday, November 10, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Drop in and make a tower or other exciting structure using Keva Planks!
Open Mic Night
 
Wednesday, November 13, 6:00 p.m.
 

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.
Stuffed Animal Sleepover
 
Drop Off: Friday, November 15, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Pick Up: Saturday, November 16, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 

Bring your stuffed animal to the library for a sleepover! Drop your furry friend off anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. on Friday, 11/15. Catch a special storytime at 4:00 p.m. before saying goodbye! Then, come back to pick up your furry friend and their goodie bag anytime between 12:00 and 4:00 p.m. on Saturday, 11/16!
Kids Cook: Mini Pumpkin Pie
 
Monday, November 18, 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 

Join us for this month’s Kids Cook class to learn how to make a tasty, no-bake Mini Pumpkin Pie!
Library Board Meeting
 
Monday, November 18, 7:00 p.m.
 

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Afternoon Book Club: Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond
 
Wednesday, November 20, 1:00 p.m.
 

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is Poverty, by America by Matthew Desmond.
Scrabble
 
Wednesday, November 20, 6:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Play Scrabble with fellow word-lovers. All levels welcome!
Make Your Own Puzzle
 
Saturday & Sunday, November 23-24, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Create your own design on a blank puzzle you can take home and put together!
Wood Decor Thanksgiving Craft
 
Monday, November 25, 2:30 - 5:30 p.m.
 

Create your own Thanksgiving friend using a tree trunk disc and some fall leaves! Creativity and fall festivity are welcome.
Rainbow Scratch Art
 
Wednesday, November 27, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 

Stop in to make cool rainbow scratch art using special paper!
Holidays on the Hudson
 
Sunday, December 1, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
 

Join us to make special ornaments for the Village tree and enjoy the annual tree lighting! We'll also have a special visit from Santa and light refreshments. Co-sponsored by the Village of Castleton-on-Hudson, Castleton Fire Department, and Castleton Public Library.
After Dinner Book Club: Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell by Sy Montgomery
 
Monday, December 2, 7:00 p.m.
 

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is Of Time and Turtles: Mending the World, Shell by Shattered Shell by Sy Montgomery.
Spice of the Month Club: Cinnamon
 
Wednesday, December 4, 7:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Spice up your life and join us to learn about a different spice or herb each month. We'll talk about the spice, try a food that contains it, and send you home with information, recipes, and the spice of the month to experiment with!
Legomania
 
Saturday & Sunday, December 7-8, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

We’ll have lots of Legos out on both Saturday and Sunday for this all-weekend build-a-thon!
Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
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Now Hiring: Library Aide (Part-Time)

10/21/2024

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​Job Opening: Library Aide, Castleton Public Library (Part-Time)
 
The Castleton Public Library is seeking a part-time Library Aide. Weekly schedule generally includes two five-hour shifts on Saturdays and Sundays. 
 
Routine Duties: 
Helping customers at the front desk, shelving library materials, operating the copier and fax machine, performing routine clerical tasks, assisting with program preparation, and answering the telephone. Full civil service position description is below. 
 
Qualifications:
The ideal candidate has strong customer service skills, is detail-oriented, and can efficiently use a computer for work tasks. A high school diploma or equivalent is required. Prior library experience is preferred, but not required.
 
Pay Rate: 
$16.50 per hour. 
 
Schedule:
The hours for the position are generally as follows:
Saturdays, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Sundays, 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
 
 
How to Apply: 
Send a letter of interest, along with a Rensselaer County employment application (available here), by email to [email protected], or by mail to Castleton Public Library, 85 S. Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033, Attn: Melissa Tacke. Applications must be received by Monday, November 4.
 
Rensselaer County Civil Service Commission Official Job Specifications:
Library Aide
Distinguishing Features of the Class: This position involves performing the duties of charging and discharging materials and related circulation duties at the circulation desk. Additionally, incumbents sort and reshelve library materials as necessary. Performance of related routine clerical tasks may be required. This work requires no prior knowledge of library work as employees are trained on the job. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Library Director, Librarian, or higher-level library employee. Does related work as required.
Examples of Work:
Charges and discharges library materials;
Sorts and reshelves books and library materials; 
Logs in and processes all periodicals and prepares current magazines for shelving, maintains back number stacks and routing; 
Maintains files of vertical file material and publisher's catalogs; 
Maintains use and acquisition statistics; 
Responds to routine questions regarding library rules, hours of operation and location of materials; 
Responds to requests from library patrons to assist with research, interlibrary requests and the use of computers and audio-visual equipment; 
Typing, filing, and data searches as requested by higher level Library Employee; 
Assists in periodic inventory of library materials and AV equipment; 
Maintains inventory of supplies and suggests items for acquisition; 
Assists in preparation of lists of missing books and books to be discarded;
Oversees the general condition and appeal of the library and its displays;
Performs related routine clerical tasks, including changing books, filing cards, writing and forwarding of over-due notices.
Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics: Ability to acquire a working knowledge of library rules and procedures; ability to understand and carry out written and oral directions; ability to deal in a personable and friendly manner with library patrons; accuracy; tact and courtesy; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from high school or possession of high school equivalency diploma.
ADOPTED: March 25, 1992. CSC MTG. REVISED: March 18, 2004. CSC MTG.
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September 2024 Newsletter

8/30/2024

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News from Castleton Public Library - September 2024
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Notes from Our Director: 

Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's Summer Reading Club! We hope you enjoyed a summer full of fun and learning. 

September is Library Card Sign-Up Month! If you register for a library card for the first time during the month of September, we'll give you a welcome gift. Spread the word to your neighbors, family, and friends! Signing up for a library card is easy -- adults and teens 16+ need to bring their photo ID and proof of current address. Youth under 16 need to bring their parent/guardian in order to sign up.

The Friends of Castleton Public Library will also be holding their Pasta Dinner fundraiser this month. Enjoy a meal and support the library at the same time! Baked ziti dinners come with salad and bread. Save the date for Saturday, September 28! Full details on the Pasta Dinner can be found in the list of events below.

We hope you'll stop in and see us this fall! 

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director
Download our September calendar as a PDF
Weekly Events
Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m.

September 3, 10, 17, 24; Oct. 3.

Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime! Ages birth-8. 

Learn & Play Storytime

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

September 5, 12, 19, 26; Oct. 3.

Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement!

Bridge Club 

Fridays at 10:30 a.m. 

September 6, 13, 20, 27.


Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher.
Our Take-Home Kits
Take & Make Craft Kit: Hedgehog

Pick up anytime from Sunday, September 1 through Saturday, September 28.

Make your own cute garden hedgehog using supplies from our kit and real fall leaves!
Take & Make Craft Kit: Spooky Spider Web

Pick up anytime from Sunday, September 29 through Saturday, November 2.

Make a friendly googly-eyed spider and weave a web for it to hang from!
Our StoryWalks
September StoryWalk @Schodack Island - Sheep Take a Hike by Margot Apple
 
Location: Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156
 
The StoryWalk begins near the playground and is available anytime!
 

Enjoy a StoryWalk with your family! Sheep Take a Hike by Margot Apple will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month. 
September StoryWalk @Schodack Town Park - Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak
 
Location: Schodack Town Park, 498 Poyneer Road, Nassau, NY 12123
 
The StoryWalk begins near the playground and is available anytime!
 

Enjoy a StoryWalk with your family! Goodbye Summer, Hello Autumn by Kenard Pak will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month. 
Our Other Events
Sand Art
 
Tuesday, September 3, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.
 

Held outdoors (weather permitting). Make a creative design on cardstock using colored sand and glue! 
Crafternoon
 
Wednesday, September 4, 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 

We have lots of craft supplies – bring your imagination and make something awesome! All ages.
Spice of the Month Club: Mint
 
Wednesday, September 4, 7:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Spice up your life and join us to learn about a different spice or herb each month. We'll talk about the spice, try a food that contains it, and send you home with information, recipes, and the spice of the month to experiment with at home.
Legomania
 
Saturday, September 7, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and
Sunday, September 8, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

We’ll have lots of Legos out on both Saturday and Sunday for this all-weekend build-a-thon!
Open Mic Night
 
Wednesday, September 11, 6:00 p.m.
 

Musicians and poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.
Special Storytime: Outdoor Games for Little Ones
 
Thursday, September 12, 10:30 a.m.
 

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Join us for stories and special games outdoors for littles and their grown-ups! In case of inclement weather, we will hold a regular storytime.
Cool Science: Catapults
 
Friday, September 13, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 

Make your own super easy and super fun catapult to test, improve, and play with.
Apple Fest
 
Saturday, September 14, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
 

Celebrate fall with us! We will host an apple storytime at 12:00 to kick off the festivities, then follow it up with an apple tasting, vote, recipe share, and a craft to complete.
Knock Hockey and Foosball
 
Monday, September 16, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.
 

Bring a friend or family member to the library to play tabletop hockey and tabletop foosball!
Library Board Meeting
 
Monday, September 16, 7:00 p.m.
 

Monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend.
Voter Registration Day
 
Tuesday, September 17, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.
 

It’s National Voter Registration Day! Stop by the library to learn more about who can vote, where to vote, and register online or by mail.
Afternoon Book Club - River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile by Candice Millard
 
Wednesday, September 18, 1:00 p.m.
 

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is River of the Gods: Genius, Courage, and Betrayal in the Search for the Source of the Nile by Candice Millard.
Friends of CPL Meeting
 
Wednesday, September 18, 5:30 p.m.
 

Want to help support and raise funds for CPL? Come join the Friends! All are welcome.
Talk Like a Pirate Day
 
Thursday, September 19, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 

Avast, me hearties! Batten down the hatches! It’s International Talk Like a Pirate Day! Dance the hempen jig aboard the Castletonian Bibliorig, and even ye landlubbers can learn to jabber with piratical swagger. Crafts, games, and silliness for all!
Make a Bird Feeder
 
Sunday, September 22, 12:00 - 3:00 p.m.
 

Time to help our feathered friends (and maybe a squirrel or two) with a homemade bird feeder you’ll make and take home.
Comic Book Day
 
Wednesday, September 25, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 

Read a comic, create a comic! Short, long, written, visual, or both. We’ll offer inspiration and materials, you provide your creativity!
Scrabble
 
Wednesday, September 25, 6:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Play Scrabble with fellow word-lovers. All levels welcome!
Chocolate Milk Day
 
Friday, September 27, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 

Sample a variety of frosty-cold chocolate milk. You may discover a new favorite. Plain, add-ins, dairy and vegan. Something for everyone!
Friends of CPL Baked Ziti Dinner
 
Saturday, September 28, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.
 

Enjoy a tasty dinner and support the library! Ziti dinners come with meatballs, salad, and bread. Take out only -- please preorder. Place your preorder and choose your pick-up time by visiting tinyurl.com/CPL-Pasta or by calling 518-466-8051. Pickup Location: Castleton Firehouse, 11 Green Avenue, Castleton, NY 12033.
Autumn Art - Celebrate the Colors
 
Monday, September 30, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 

Come explore the beautiful array of leaves in all their glorious fall colors. Make something beautiful, fun, silly, or serious to display for the season. All ages welcome.
Spice of the Month Club: Cumin
 
Wednesday, October 2, 7:00 p.m.
 

For adults. Spice up your life and join us to learn about a different spice or herb each month. We'll talk about the spice, try a food that contains it, and send you home with information, recipes, and the spice of the month to experiment with!
Perler Bead Crafts
 
Thursday, October 3, 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.
 

Use your imagination to make awesome creations with perler beads! All ages welcome.
NYS Citizen Preparedness Corps Training Program
 
Thursday, October 3, 1:00 p.m.
 

For adults. With severe weather becoming more frequent/extreme, it is more important than ever that New Yorkers are prepared for disasters. This course will teach you to have the tools and resources to prepare for natural and man-made disasters, respond accordingly, and recover as quickly as possible to pre-disaster conditions.
Marble Run Fun
 
Saturday, October 5, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
 

Design & build a unique maze for a marble to go through, then drop a marble in and watch it work!
DIY Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products
 
Sunday, October 6, 2:00 p.m.
 

For adults. In this class, you will learn how to make cleaning products that are environmentally friendly and non-toxic, and take home instructions and a sample to get you started.
After Dinner Book Club - Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clear
 
Monday, October 7, 7:00 p.m.
 

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's book is Atomic Habits: Tiny Changes, Remarkable Results by James Clear.
Digital Library Resources
Check Out Our Digital Collections!

The Upper Hudson Library System hosts a great collection of ebooks, digital audiobooks, digital magazines, and streaming video, resources for research, and more! Click here to visit our page about digital resources. 
Borrow a WiFi Hotspot

Did you know that we loan WiFi hotspots? They can be borrowed for 14 days -- all you need is your library card! Hotspots are available on a first-come, first-served basis and can only be checked out and returned at CPL. Call 518-732-0879 or email [email protected] for more information. 
WiFi Inside & Outside Our Building

Our WiFi is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can access the public WiFi on the front lawn, or alongside the building on Stimpson Avenue (the signal is strongest near the front of the building). Just look for the network called "Castleton Public Library." There's no password to connect! 
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