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1/27/2016

News from Castleton Public Library - February 2016

Notes from Our Director:

Feel the library love this month at CPL! In celebration of Valentine's Day, stop in during the week of February 8-13 to make a "Blind Date with a Book." Our librarians will select a variety of books for children, teens, and adults, and wrap them in red wrapping paper with a little information about the book on the outside. You won’t know the "identity" of your blind date until you check it out. We'll also have sweet treats to give out that week!

The following week, February 15-19, CPL will host a number of winter break programs for kids and teens. Come create, play, and build at your library! A full list of February programs can be found below.

Also during the month of February, we will remove $1.00 in overdue fines from your account for each nonperishable food item or personal care item you bring to the library to donate to the Anchor food pantry. This offer is for overdue fines, and does not apply to charges for lost items. It's a great way to clear up any fines you have, while you help others in the community.

Do you have any suggestions or comments about the library? We'd love to hear from you. Stop by, give us a call at 518-732-0879, or send an email to director@castletonpubliclibrary.org.

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director

February Programs and Events at CPL
Click here to download the February events calendar as a PDF

Computer Help

By appointment, to fit your schedule!

Learn the basics of computer use or ask questions in a one-on-one setting. Please call the library during regular business hours to register (518-732-0879) or email our Director.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Monday, February 1, 1:00-6:00 p.m.

Help save lives - donate blood. Appointments recommended; contact 518-732-0879, email director@castletonpubliclibrary.org, or visit www.redcrossblood.org.

Bring Your Own Book Club

Monday, February 1, 6:30 p.m.

Bring a book you've read lately and discuss it with the group! This is a great way to learn about books and authors you might not otherwise encounter. For adults.

LEGO Fun

Tuesday, February 2, 4:00-8:00 p.m.

We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination! Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Story Hour with Miss Linda

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

February 4, 11, 18, 25; March 3.

Join Miss Linda for story time and crafts! Open to all children and their caregivers; suggested age range 0-6.

Block Party

Fridays from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

February 5, 12, 19, 26; March 4.

Bring your baby, toddler, or preschooler in for group play with wooden blocks, and help develop their skills in early literacy, math and reasoning, logic, social know-how and more!

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Saturday, February 6, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

February 6th is Take Your Child to the Library Day! Come down and visit the library and learn about all the fun things you can do with us (plus – it’s National Ice Cream Day, so we’ll do some ice cream themed crafts while you’re here!).

Blind Date with a Book

February 8-13

Looking for something new to read? Make a "Blind Date with a Book." Our librarians will select a variety of books for children, teens, and adults, and wrap them in red wrapping paper with a little information about the book on the outside. You won’t know the "identity" of your blind date until you check it out.

Legal Clinic

Tuesday, February 9, 5:30-7:00 p.m.

Need help with a legal issue? Get a free, private, and confidential consultation with an experienced attorney. Sponsored by The Legal Project. Appointment required; contact Jennifer Latte at 518-435-1770 or email jguillot@legalproject.org.

Family Movie Night - Goosebumps (2015)

Friday, February 12, 6:00 p.m.

Movie lovers of all ages are welcome to join us at our Family Movie Night!

Hearts & Crafts

Saturday, February 13, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.

Stop in anytime to make a Valentine's Day craft for someone special in your life!

Collage Self Portraits

Tuesday, February 16, 12:00-8:00 p.m.

WINTER BREAK PROGRAM! Drop in anytime to make a distinctive collage portrait of yourself or a friend with bits of paper.

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, February 16, 7:00 p.m.

Monthly meeting of the Castleton Public Library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Flipbooks

Wednesday, February 17, 12:00-8:00 p.m.

WINTER BREAK PROGRAM! Learn the art of animation through flipbooks. Come to the library to build your own animated masterpiece.

Friends of CPL Meeting

Wednesday, February 17, 7:00 p.m.

Come get involved with the Friends of CPL! All are welcome.

Wii at the Library

Thursday, February 18, 2:00-5:00 p.m.

WINTER BREAK PROGRAM! Stop by the library to hang out and play Wii.

LEGO Fun

Thursday, February 18, 2:00-6:00 p.m.

We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination! Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Open Mic Night

Sunday, February 21, 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Musicians and spoken word poets -- come share your talents at our Open Mic Night! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

Snap Circuits

Tuesday, February 23, 4:00-8:00 p.m.

Snap Circuits make learning electronics easy and fun! Drop in and play with our kits and make them light up, make music, and spin.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Grown-Ups

Monday, February 29, 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Coloring for adults? Absolutely! It's a relaxing, stress-relieving, and fun way to spend an hour or two. We'll also have soothing music and herbal tea to help you unwind.

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1/7/2016

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News from Castleton Public Library - January 2016

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Notes from Our Director:

As we head into a new year, it's a great time to discover -- or rediscover -- the resources available at your library. Last month's newsletter mentioned some library services you might not be aware of. Here are a few more:

We recently added access to the Gale Virtual Reference Library (GVRL) to our resources. GVRL is a collection of specialized and up-to-date resources on a number of topics, including test prep, career and job search resources, computers and technology, finances, cooking, and more, available 24/7 with no checkout! Titles can be browsed, searched and downloaded at any time from any internet-connected device. Need help? Our staff can answer your questions and connect you with the resources you need.
Starting February 9, we are pleased to be able to offer a legal clinic on a monthly basis, the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30-7:00 pm. Get a free, private, and confidential consultation with an experienced attorney. This service is made available through The Legal Project. Appointments are required; contact Jennifer Latte at 518-435-1770 or email jguillot@legalproject.org.
Did you know that the library offers fax services? You can send or receive a fax for just $1.00 per page, any time that the library is open.
Do you love audiobooks? In addition to our collection of audiobooks, we also host a rotating collection of audiobooks from Upper Hudson Library System. The rotating collection of 20-30 titles changes every two months. Stop in and see what's available! Remember, you can also request any titles available in the Upper Hudson Library System Catalog.

We always welcome your suggestions and comments! Stop in, give us a call at 518-732-0879, or send an email to director@castletonpubliclibrary.org.

All of us at Castleton Public Library look forward to serving you in 2016!

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director

January Programs and Events at CPL
Click here to download the January events calendar as a PDF

Bring Your Own Book Club

Monday, January 4, 6:30 p.m.

Bring a book you've read lately and discuss it with the group! This is a great way to learn about books and authors you might not otherwise encounter. For adults.

LEGO Fun

Tuesday, January 5, 4:00-8:00 p.m.

We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination! Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Getting to Know Your E-Reader

Wednesday, January 6, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Did you get a new e-reader for the holidays, or need help setting up your device to borrow eBooks, digital audiobooks, or digital magazines? Deanna DiCarlo from Upper Hudson Library System will get you started. Bring your device for one-on-one help.

Story Hour with Miss Linda

Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.

January dates: January 7, 14, 21, 28.

Join Miss Linda for story time and crafts! Open to all children and their caregivers; suggested age range 0-6.

Block Party

Fridays from 10:00-11:00 a.m.

January dates: January 8, 15, 22, 29.

Bring your baby, toddler, or preschooler in for group play with wooden blocks, and help develop their skills in early literacy, math and reasoning, logic, social know-how and more!

Computer Help

Selected Fridays at 10:00 a.m.

January dates: Jan. 8, 15, 22, 29.

Computer help by appointment. Learn the basics of computer use or ask questions in a one-on-one setting. Please call the library during regular business hours to register (518-732-0879) or email our Director.

Color Me Calm: Coloring for Grown-Ups

Tuesday, January 12, 5:00-8:00 p.m.

Coloring for adults? Absolutely! It's a relaxing, stress-relieving, and fun way to spend an hour or two. We'll also have soothing music and herbal tea to help you unwind.

Make a Bouncy Ball

Wednesday, January 13, 3:00-7:00 p.m.

Do you love super bounce balls? Stop by the library to make your very own! We may get a little messy; feel free to bring a smock or an apron.

Open Mic Night

Sunday, January 17, 6:30-8:00 p.m.

Musicians and spoken word poets -- come share your talents at our Open Mic Night! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, January 19, 7:00 p.m.

Monthly meeting of the Castleton Public Library's Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

Friends of CPL Meeting

Wednesday, January 20, 7:00 p.m.

Come get involved with the Friends of CPL! All are welcome.

LEGO Fun

Thursday, January 21, 2:00-6:00 p.m.

We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination! Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Crafternoon

Tuesday, January 26, 3:00-7:00 p.m.

Come spend the afternoon crafting. We have plenty of supplies, so bring your imagination!

Introduction to Photographic Composition

Wednesday, January 27, 6:30 p.m.

Whether you use your cell phone or a high-end SLR, this informational session with retired educator Bruce Wheeler will help you learn how to take better photographs.

Zap!

Friday, January 29, 3:00-5:45 p.m.

Learn a fun game of skill. Bounce tennis balls and score points, but watch out! ZAP!

Family Movie Night - Hotel Transylvania 2 (2015)

Friday, January 29, 6:00 p.m.

Movie lovers of all ages are welcome to join us at our Family Movie Night!

LEGO Fun

Tuesday, February 2, 4:00-8:00 p.m.

We provide the LEGOs, you provide the imagination! Recommended for ages 4 and up.

Take Your Child to the Library Day

Saturday, February 6, 10:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.

February 6th is Take Your Child to the Library Day! Come down and visit the library and learn about all the fun things you can do with us (plus – it’s National Ice Cream Day, so we’ll do some ice cream themed crafts while you’re here!).

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