August 2016 Newsletter

News from Castleton Public Library - August 2016 View this email in your browser Notes from Our Director:  It's the dog days of summer, and we're now halfway through our Summer Reading Program! Have you checked in with your reading records yet? Or still need to sign up? Stop in and see us! We have many more activities scheduled before the program ends on August 19. Click here to see a full list of all of our summer programs.  The library is partnering with Schodack Island State Park for some special movie fun this summer. The Movies in the Park series, held at the park on August 6, 13, and 20 at 8:00 p.m., offers fun family movies outdoors on a giant screen! Call the park at 518-732-0187 to find out what's playing.   We're also collaborating with Schodack Island State Park to present a StoryWalk! A StoryWalk uses pages from a children's picture book along a walking path for families to enjoy a story and the outdoors at the same time. The StoryWalk begins next to the playground at Schodack Island State Park. The book selection changes each month and will continue through the end of October.  Are there any programs you'd like the library offer during the fall or winter? We'd love to hear your ideas! Stop, in give us a call at 518-732-0879, or send an email to director@castletonpubliclibrary.org.  Thank you for joining us for a summer full of fun and learning. Best, Melissa Tacke, Library Director August Programs and Events at CPL Click here to download our Summer Reading Program 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.  Perler Bead Bonanza! Monday, August 1, 12:00-6:00 p.m. Join us at the library to create your own work of art using special beads.  Bring Your Own Book Club Monday, August 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 read. For adults.  Hip Dips with Honest Weight Food Co-op Tuesday, August 2, 6:00 p.m.  In this class, kids will learn how to snack healthfully by making fruit and veggie dips. We’ll break into groups and make a few dips to share. Each child will get to take home recipes for the dips we make! Yoga on the Lawn Wednesday, August 3, 7:00 p.m. Join instructor Rachel Toolan for yoga on the front lawn. In case of bad weather, yoga will be held indoors. Please bring your own mat; ages 12 and up. Puppet Story Hour Thursday, August 4, 10:30 a.m.  Stories come alive during a storytime puppet show. After the show, we'll make our own puppets to take home!  Giant Games Thursday, August 4, 2:00 p.m.  Kids and teens come together for some laugh- out-loud gaming fun! Play giant versions of some of our favorite games on our front lawn! The Raft Book Club Thursday, August 4, 6:00 p.m.  Teens, now that you've “Read it Forward,” stop by the library to enjoy some pizza and talk about The Raft by S.A. Bodeen. Block Party Fridays from 10:00-11:00 a.m.  August 5, 12, 19, 26; September 2.  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!  CPL at Farmers and Artisans Market Friday, August 5, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Location: Intersection of Scott Avenue and Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033.  Come visit the library's table at the Castleton-on-Hudson Farmers and Artisans Market! We'll have a fun craft and LEGOs for the kids.  Sidewalk Science: Bouncy Balls Saturday, August 6, 2:00 p.m. Join us for outdoor science! We’ll learn about polymers and make bouncy balls using borax, baking soda, and glue.  Movies in the Park Saturday, August 6, 8:00 p.m. Location: Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156  Join us for a family movie outdoors at Schodack Island State Park! To find out what's playing, call the park at 518-732-0187. Co-sponsored by Castleton Public Library and Schodack Island State Park.  Family Magic Show Tuesday, August 9, 6:00 p.m. Join us for a fantastic time with MagicMan! More than just a magic show, this exciting show is filled with colorful conjuring, outrageous comedy, audience participation, and so much more! Yoga on the Lawn Wednesday, August 10, 7:00 p.m. Join instructor Rachel Toolan for yoga on the front lawn. In case of bad weather, yoga will be held indoors. Please bring your own mat; ages 12 and up. Friends of CPL Meeting Wednesday, August 10, 7:00 p.m. Want to help support and raise funds for CPL? Come join the Friends! All are welcome.   Construction Story Hour Thursday, August 11, 10:30 a.m.  Lots of fun machines help raise buildings and move the earth! After reading a story, we’ll get to see some real machines, courtesy of the Village of Castleton Department of Public Works. Sculpture Walk Thursday, August 11, 12:00 p.m. Come take a walk and create some art. We’ll use found objects to make our own unique sculptural masterpieces! Sidewalk Science: Astronomy Thursday, August 11, 2:00 p.m. Join us for outdoor science! This week we’ll explore the final frontier … SPACE. Learn some astronomy, make your own constellation viewer, and create dice with the phases of the moon! Saturday Storytime Saturday, August 13, 10:30 a.m.  Join Miss Mia for storytime and crafts! Suggested age range birth to age 6.   Movies in the Park Saturday, August 13, 8:00 p.m. Location: Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156  Join us for a family movie outdoors at Schodack Island State Park! To find out what's playing, call the park at 518-732-0187. Co-sponsored by Castleton Public Library and Schodack Island State Park.  Buying Farm Fresh: Eating Well and Safely Monday, August 15, 6:30 p.m.  Julie Cushine-Rigg, author of A Guide to Buying Farm Fresh: Eating Well and Safely in Upstate New York, explores how to eat healthfully and locally at the same time, and how eating local affects our communities. Duct Tape Crafts Tuesday, August 16, 2:00-5:00 p.m.  We have a rainbow of duct tape to match your imaginations. Learn how to make wallets, flowers, other accessories, and more! Wii Fit Challenge Tuesday, August 16, 5:00-8:00 p.m.  Think you have what it takes to be our Wii Fit Champion? Families, bring your best moves for a Wii Fit Challenge at the library! Sidewalk Science: Catapults Wednesday, August 17, 2:00 p.m. Join us for outdoor science! This week we’ll create some catapults and experiment with the laws of physics. Pajama Storytime Wednesday, August 17, 7:00 p.m. Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime. Perfect before you head to bed! Dental Story Hour Thursday, August 18, 10:30 a.m.  Learn all about caring for your teeth at this fun Story Hour with a visitor from the office of Dr. Starkman, DDS. You’ll even get to take home a special goodie bag! Summer Reading Program Finale Party Friday, August 19, 6:00 p.m.  Summer readers, come celebrate your success! Join us for pizza and crafts as we draw raffle tickets to see who's won our prize drawings. Please register; call 732-0879.   Movies in the Park Saturday, August 20, 8:00 p.m. Location: Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156  Join us for a family movie outdoors at Schodack Island State Park! To find out what's playing, call the park at 518-732-0187. Co-sponsored by Castleton Public Library and Schodack Island State Park.  Color Me Calm: Coloring for Grown-Ups Wednesday, August 24, 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.  Story Hour with Miss Linda Thursdays at 10:30 a.m.  August 25; September 1.  Join Miss Linda for a story and craft! Recommended for children from birth through age 6.  TED Talk Discussion Series: Philanthropy Wednesday, August 31, 6:30 p.m. Join us the last Wednesday of each month for a viewing and discussion of two short TED Talks that share a common theme. July's theme is "Philanthropy." TED is a nonprofit organization devoted to "ideas worth spreading." Annual TED Conference invite the world's leading thinkers and doers to speak for up to 18 minutes on a variety of topics.  CPL at Farmers and Artisans Market Friday, September 2, 4:00-7:00 p.m. Location: Intersection of Scott Avenue and Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033.  Come visit the library's table at the Castleton-on-Hudson Farmers and Artisans Market! We'll have a fun craft and LEGOs for the kids.  Facebook Twitter Website Email Copyright © 2016 Castleton Public Library, All rights reserved.