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August 2025 Newsletter

7/31/2025

News from Castleton Public Library - August 2025

Notes from Our Director:

Summer is still in full swing at CPL! Check out a full list of our remaining summer programs below -- there's a lot going on for kids, teens, and adults before school starts again. Or you can download our Summer Reading Club guide for a full list of our events and take-home craft kits through the end of the summer.

Are you participating in our Summer Reading Club? If not, there's still time to sign up! Be sure to turn in your reading record to us by 6:00 pm on Monday, August 25 to be eligible for our Summer Reading raffle prize drawings. We'll be drawing 25 winners for a $25 Amazon gift certificate.

We'll also give kids & teens a special goody bag when they hand in their reading record from August 17 through August 31!

Thank you for joining us for a summer full of fun and learning!

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director

Download Summer Reading Guide as a PDF

Our Take-Home Kits

Take & Make Craft Kit: Make a Monster

Pick up anytime from Sunday, August 3 through Saturday, August 9.

Take & Make Craft Kit: Collage Art

Pick up anytime from Sunday, August 10 through Saturday, August 16.

Take & Make Craft Kit: Origami

Pick up anytime from Sunday, August 17 through Saturday, August 23.

Take & Make Craft Kit: Paper Bag Puppets

Pick up anytime from Sunday, August 24 through Saturday, August 30.

Take & Make Craft Kit: Autumn Leaf Scavenger Hunt

Pick up anytime from Sunday, August 31 through Saturday, September 27.

Our StoryWalks

August StoryWalk @Schodack Island - At the Marsh in the Meadow by Jeanie Mebane

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! At the Marsh in the Meadow by Jeanie Mebane will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month.

August StoryWalk @Schodack Town Park - The Bear Ate Your Sandwich by Julia Sarcone-Roach

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! The Bear Ate Your Sandwich by Julia Sarcone-Roach will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month.

Our Other Events

Kids Cook Around the World: Lemonade

Friday, August 1, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Come for the cool, refreshing drink on a nice summer day. Stay for the origin story and your passport stamp!

Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Camping Edition

Friday, August 1, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Our Stuffed Animal Sleepover is back, with a new summer twist! Send your stuffed animals to the library for a camping field trip. Drop them off anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. on Friday. We will hold a special storytime at 4:30 p.m.! Then, come back to pick them up on Saturday anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to find out about all of their adventures -- and receive a goody bag for yourself, too!

Make Your Own Puzzle

Saturday, August 2, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Stop in to color your own design on a blank puzzle you can take home and put together!

Paper Airplane Construction and Competition

Sunday, August 3, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Competitions begin on every half hour. Build, test, perfect, and compete! Design the ultimate paper airplane and see whose flies the farthest. Ready, set, launch! How far can yours fly?

Pine Cone Hunt and Crafts

Monday, August 4, 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.

This fun craft lets kids turn pinecones into adorable farm animals using paint, felt, googly eyes, and other simple materials. By adding features like ears, tails, and snouts, children can create pigs, cows, chickens, and more while learning about different farm animals. It’s a creative, hands-on activity that encourages imagination and a love for nature!

Job Seeker Help with Rensselaer County Career Center

Monday, August 4, 1:00 - 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.

After Dinner Book Club

Monday, August 4, 7:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! This month's book is A Divine Language: Learning Algebra, Geometry, and Calculus at the Edge of Old Age by Alec Wilkinson. Books are available at the front desk.

Ring Toss

Tuesday, August 5, 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Stop by the library for a game (or two, or three!) of ring toss!

Career Day: Instructor for the Blind

Tuesday, August 5, 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 an Instructor for the Blind through NYS Commission for the Blind.

Beginner Yoga

Tuesday, August 5, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for an indoor yoga class geared toward adult beginners, with instructor Barbara Hacker. Please bring your own mat.

Schodack Farmers Market

Wednesday, August 6, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: 1836 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Schodack Farmers Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, August 6, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Tromp through the Swamp with Tom Sieling

Wednesday, August 6, 6:00 p.m.

Take a "tromp through the swamp" with us and enjoy an evening of kids' participatory music with Tom Sieling! His fun, upbeat songs (with live instruments!) will be sure to get you moving!

Special Visitor Storytime: Bearcat Armored Vehicle

Thursday, August 7, 10:30 a.m.

At this Special Visitor Storytime, we'll learn all about special vehicles that help people and we'll get a visit from the "Bearcat," an armored vehicle.

Summer STEAM: Ice Cream - HELD EVERY HOUR

Thursday, August 7, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

*Starts on the hour every hour: 12:00, 1:00, 2:00, 3:00, 4:00, 5:00. I scream, you scream, we ALL scream for ice cream! Let's make some ice cream together and learn about the science behind it!

Kids Create: Jackson Pollock - HELD EVERY HALF-HOUR

Friday, August 8, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

*Starts every half hour: 11:00, 11:30, 12:00, 12:30, 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00. Held outdoors, weather permitting. Learn and create! We will look at some Jackson Pollock work, learn about his life, and create a one-of-a-kind work of your own in Pollock's style!

Tie Dye

Saturday, August 9, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Bring your plain tees, socks, or anything else that needs brightening to the library!

Magnetic Poetry

Sunday, August 10, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

To be or not to be? That is the question you must ask yourself when you visit the library for Magnetic Poetry!

Post Office Field Trip

Monday, August 11, 1:00 p.m.

First, we'll learn all about our local post office and make a card for a loved one! Then we'll walk to our local post office for a visit to drop off our letters!

Fiber Arts Workshop

Monday, August 11, 5:00 - 7:30 p.m.

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.

Town of Schodack Community Market

Tuesday, August 12, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: 1777 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Town of Schodack Community Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Birds of Prey

Tuesday, August 12, 6:00 p.m.

Come see raptors such as owls, hawks, eagles, and falcons with Silent Wings Raptor Rehab and Education. Learn about them, their unique behaviors and the conservation issues that impact them. All ages.

Beginner Yoga

Tuesday, August 12, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for an indoor yoga class geared toward adult beginners, with instructor Barbara Hacker. Please bring your own mat.

Summer STEAM: Paper Making

Wednesday, August 13, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Get creative and craft your own unique paper! Learn the art of paper-making using recycled materials in this fun, hands-on activity.

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, August 13, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Open Mic Night

Wednesday, August 13, 6:00 p.m.

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

Special Visitor Storytime: Dance

Thursday, August 14, 10:30 a.m.

Join us for a special dance-themed storytime with Heather from Isabelle School of Dance!

Summer Snacks: Trail Mix

Thursday, August 14, 12:00 - 5:30 p.m.

Trail mix is aptly named -- a perfect on-the-go snack for hiking and many other outdoor activities! Mix your own custom batch here at the library.

Frisbee Tic Tac Toe

Friday, August 15, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Play a crossover version of frisbee and tic tac toe on the library's front lawn!

Dinosaur Bones Discovery

Saturday, August 16, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Check out our loose dinosaur bone set and see what you can create: maybe a dinosaur from the past, a futuristic insect, or an alien from outer space!

Magic Flashlight Art

Sunday, August 17, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Learn how to illuminate your art with this cool trick!

Family Magic Show

Monday, August 18, 6:00 p.m.

This exciting show by MagicMan is filled with conjuring, comedy, and audience participation!

Summer STEAM: Stress Relief Bottles

Tuesday, August 19, 12:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Sometimes, the perfect way to let out our frustrations is a sudden burst of movement. This stress bottle will help you do just that! Shake it up and then watch it separate while doing some deep breathing exercises to calm down. Once it settles, you’ll be less stressed and able to conquer the rest of the day!

Sunshine Storytime

Tuesday, August 19, 6:00 p.m.

Let's enjoy the sun staying out longer with an outdoor storytime geared toward ages birth to age 8! We'll read stories, engage in music and movement, and have time for nature discovery on the library's front lawn!

Make Your Own Pet Owls

Wednesday, August 20, 12:30 - 4:30 p.m.

Transform empty toilet paper rolls into adorable owls. Get creative with paint, paper, and googly eyes to make your own unique owl friend.

Afternoon Book Club

Wednesday, August 20, 1:00 p.m.

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! This month's selection is Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar. Books are available at the front desk.

Schodack Farmers Market

Wednesday, August 20, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: 1836 Columbia Tpke, Castleton-on-Hudson, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Schodack Farmers Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, August 20, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults

Wednesday, August 20, 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.

Storytime and Nature Walk at Schodack Island State Park

Thursday, August 21, 10:30 a.m.

Location: Riverview Pavillion @ Schodack Island State Park (near the boat launch and playground). 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156

Held outdoors, weather permitting. We'll get together for a storytime all about nature and then take a nature walk to find items for a nature collage!

Lawn Bowling

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

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Use a "spare" moment to stop by the library and "strike" out with our lawn bowling set!

Pinch Pots

Friday, August 22, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Using clay, create a fun design in the form of a pot, bowl, trinket holder...the possibilities are endless!

Waterology

Saturday, August 23, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Do you hate drinking water but know you have to? How would you like to spice things up and make your water more appealing? Come learn some tips and tricks on how to make some delicious recipes! You will get a chance to try some of the recipes and go home with a book full of ideas for you to try.

Minute to Win it Games

Sunday, August 24, 11:00 am - 4:00 p.m.

Can you beat the clock? Join us for fast-paced, laugh-out-loud challenges where you have just 60 seconds to complete each task! Test your skills and race against the clock. Are you up for the challenge?

Community Watercolor

Monday, August 25, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.

After dropping off your reading record, stop in to leave your own design on our giant community watercolor to celebrate all the fun we've had this summer!

Kids Cook Around the World: Cannolis

Tuesday, August 26, 1:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Bring your passport as we adventure to Italy for one of their tastiest treats! Learn the original recipe and taste test an make-at-home version that's fun for all ages!

Town of Schodack Community Market

Tuesday, August 26, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: 1777 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Town of Schodack Community Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Sunshine Storytime

Tuesday, August 26, 6:00 p.m.

Let's enjoy the sun staying out longer with an outdoor storytime geared toward ages birth to age 8! We'll read stories, engage in music and movement, and have time for nature discovery on the library's front lawn!

Super Soft Playdough

Wednesday, August 27, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Who doesn't love play with playdough? Make a silky-soft version of the classic.

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Saturday, August 27, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Friends of CPL Music on the Lawn: Scarlett Fever

Wednesday, August 27, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Enjoy live music by Scarlett Fever on the front lawn! All ages. The Friends of CPL will be selling meatball subs, hot dogs, strawberry shortcakes, and drinks. Food sales from 5:30-7:30 p.m.; Music from 6:00-7:30 p.m.

Celebrate Summer Storytime

Thursday, August 28, 10:30 a.m.

Join us in this last week of summer for one more special storytime, celebrating all of the fun in the sun we had!

Bead Bracelets

Thursday, August 28, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Create your own unique beaded bracelet. Choose from a variety of colorful and alphabet beads and design a one-of-a-kind accessory.

Summer STEAM: Make Your Own Bouncy Ball

Friday, August 29, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Recommended ages 8 and up; younger children welcome with an adult participant. In this exciting STEM activity, kids can create their own bouncy ball using simple ingredients like borax, cornstarch, and glue. They’ll mix and shape the materials, watching as the liquid ingredients transform into a solid, bouncy ball. This hands-on experiment combines science and fun, sparking curiosity and creativity as children explore the properties of elasticity and motion!

Back to School Crafts

Saturday, August 30, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

A new school year is coming! Join us for some school-themed crafts at the library.

Legomania

Sunday, August 31, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

We’ll have lots of Legos out for this all-day 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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July 2025 Newsletter

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News from Castleton Public Library - July 2025

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Notes from Our Director:

Summer is in full swing at CPL! Have you signed up for our Summer Reading Club yet? Our program is inclusive of all ages -- including babies/toddlers, preschoolers, kids, teens, and adults. Join the fun and enter to win a $25 Amazon gift certificate (we'll draw 25 winners). You can sign up all summer long!

A listing of our July events and take-home kits is below -- or you can download our Summer Reading Club guide for a full list of our events and take-home kits through the end of the summer.

Planning to visit area museums this summer? Check out one of our museum passes to receive free or reduced admission. Passes are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Click here for information about our museum pass program.

We hope you will join us for a summer full of fun and learning!

Best,

Melissa Tacke, Library Director

Download Summer Reading Guide as a PDF

Our Take-Home Kits

Take & Make Craft Kit: Patriotic Crafts

Pick up anytime through Saturday, July 5.

Celebrate the 4th of July with a craft kit and lots of stars and stripes!

Take & Make Craft Kit: Summer Suncatcher

Pick up anytime from Sunday, July 6 through Saturday, July 12.

Make a colorful suncatcher for your window using contact paper and tissue paper pieces!

Take & Make Craft Kit: Emoji Faces

Pick up anytime from Sunday, July 13 through Saturday, July 19.

Create your own expressive emojis by cutting out construction paper pieces and gluing them onto cardstock faces!

Take & Make Craft Kit: Rainbow Scratch Art

Pick up anytime from Sunday, July 20 through Saturday, July 26.
Make your own colorful, unique scratch art designs using special paper!

Take & Make Craft Kit: Paper Mosaic Art

Pick up anytime from Sunday, July 27 through Saturday, August 2.
Unleash your creativity and make beautiful paper mosaic art!

Our StoryWalks

July StoryWalk @Schodack Island - Daniel Finds a Poem by Micha Archer

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! Daniel Finds a Poem by Micha Archer will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month.

July StoryWalk @Schodack Town Park - Ten Flashing Fireflies by Philemon Sturges

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! Ten Flashing Fireflies by Philemon Sturges will be up all month long. We change the StoryWalk book each month.

Our Other Events

Summer STEAM: Starter Seeds

Tuesday, July 1, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Start some seeds the eco-friendly way with newspaper pods! These simple biodegradable pods make planting a breeze and reduce waste. Sprouted plants can be planted directly in the ground when they're ready!

Sunshine Storytime

Tuesday, July 1, 6:00 p.m.

Let's enjoy the sun staying out longer with an outdoor storytime geared toward ages birth to age 8! We'll read stories, engage in music and movement, and have time for nature discovery on the library's front lawn!

Summer Goals Vision Boards

Wednesday, July 2, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Creating a summer vision board is like crafting a colorful roadmap to your dream summer! Grab some magazines, stickers, and markers, and fill your board with pictures and words that inspire sunshine-filled adventures, fun goals, and positive vibes. It’s a fun way to get excited for the season, stay motivated, and bring your summer dreams to life!

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, July 2, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

4th of July Storytime

Thursday, July 3, 10:30 a.m.

At this storytime, we'll learn about why and how we celebrate the 4th of July!

4th of July Crafts

Thursday, July 3, 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Red, white, and blue galore! Celebrate the 4th of July with fun crafts all afternoon at the library..

Little Ones Playtime

Saturday, July 5, and Sunday, July 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.

Summer Snacks: Fruit Smoothies

Monday, July 7, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Looking for a cool and refreshing treat on a hot summer day? Fruit smoothies are colorful, taste delicious, and make a perfect healthy snack!

Job Seeker Help with Rensselaer County Career Center

Monday, July 7, 1:00 - 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.

After Dinner Book Club: Passing by Nella Larsen

Monday, July 7, 12:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk.

Sunny Day Potions

Tuesday, July 8, starts every half hour from 1:00 through 5:30 p.m.

*Starts every half hour: 1:00, 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30. Bring on the sunshine! We'll create a potion for more sunny days this summer and mix it up together. Every participant will get to bring some of our potion home, too!

Sunshine Storytime

Tuesday, July 8, 6:00 p.m.

Let's enjoy the sun staying out longer with an outdoor storytime geared toward ages birth to age 8! We'll read stories, engage in music and movement, and have time for nature discovery on the library's front lawn!

Library Scavenger Hunt

Wednesday, July 9, 12:00 - 4:00 p.m.

Join us for a fun Library Scavenger Hunt where kids will solve clues, explore the library, and discover hidden treasures along the way. A perfect adventure for explorers of all ages!

Schodack Farmers Market

Wednesday, July 9, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: 1836 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Schodack Farmers Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, July 9, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Open Mic Night

Wednesday, July 9, 6:00 p.m.

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

Special Visitor Storytime: Tri-City Valleycats

Thursday, July 10, 10:30 a.m.

Don't miss your chance to meet Southpaw, the ValleyCats' very best friend and mascot at this special storytime celebrating America's pastime, baseball!

Crime Lab Science with MiSci

Thursday, July 10, 4:00 p.m.

Recommended for grades 3-8. Learn about forensic science and how evolving technology helps scientists and detectives discover the truth about mysterious criminal cases.

Summer STEAM: Elephant Toothpaste

Friday, July 11, starts every half hour from 1:30 through 5:30 p.m.

*Starts every half hour: 1:30, 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30, 5:00, 5:30. Ages 8 and up. Younger children welcome with an adult participant. Elephant toothpaste is an exciting, foamy eruption that looks like a giant toothpaste squeeze for an elephant! With just a few simple ingredients, it creates a bubbly, colorful reaction that shoots up and spills over in a mesmerizing cascade.

Tie Dye Bookmarks

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

A new take on Tie Dye! Come learn how to make tie dye paper and take home a brand new bookmark to use for all your summer reading!

Mad Libs

Sunday, July 13, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

By filling out a template with random nouns, adjectives, and verbs, you'll create a one-of-a-kind and hilarious story! This activity is especially fun to complete with friends!

Neighborhood Scavenger Hunt

Monday, July 14, 1:00 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Take a walk around the neighborhood with us and complete a scavenger hunt along the way! Children under age 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Fiber Arts Workshop

Monday, July 14, 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.

Town of Schodack Community Market

Tuesday, July 15, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: 1777 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Town of Schodack Community Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Traveling Farm with Winterberry Homestead

Tuesday, July 15, 4:30 p.m.

Meet the animals on the farm with Winterberry Homestead! Learn more about agriculture and organic management techniques while meeting and petting your favorite farm animals. Funding for this event provided by Stewart’s Shops Holiday Match Program and Bank of Greene County Charitable Foundation.

Sunshine Storytime

Tuesday, July 15, 6:00 p.m.

Let's enjoy the sun staying out longer with an outdoor storytime geared toward ages birth to age 8! We'll read stories, engage in music and movement, and have time for nature discovery on the library's front lawn!

Beginner Yoga

Tuesday, July 15, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for an indoor yoga class geared toward adult beginners, with instructor Barbara Hacker. Please bring your own mat.

Summer STEAM: Salt Dough Fossils

Wednesday, July 16, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Dinosaurs and art meet at this fun STEAM event using a few simple ingredients and some dinosaur skeletons to create a prehistoric artifact: a fossil!

Afternoon Book Club: Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross

Wednesday, July 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 title is Your Brain on Art: How the Arts Transform Us by Susan Magsamen and Ivy Ross.

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, July 16, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Special Visitor Storytime: Reading Rats

Thursday, July 17, 10:30 a.m.

The special visitor we'll be learning about at this storytime is furry with a long tail and loves to crawl around! Can you guess what it is?

Acting and Improv Games for Kids and Teens

Thursday, July 17, 4:30 p.m.

Join local actor and director Brian Sheldon for an afternoon of creative acting exercises and games!

Disney Paper Bag Puppets

Friday, July 18, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Join us for a fun and creative crafting session where kids can make their very own Disney paper bag puppets! Get ready to bring your favorite Disney characters to life with just a few supplies and your imagination. Don't miss out on this magical opportunity to create, play, and take home your new puppet friend!

Family Dice and Card Games

Saturday, July 19, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Bring your family or some friends (or both!) to the library on Saturday for a day of games!

Pool Noodle Monsters

Sunday, July 20, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Come make your own unique monster using part of a pool noodle and craft supplies!

Guided Storywalk @ Schodack Town Park

Monday, July 21, 1:00 p.m.

Location: Schodack Town Park, 498 Poyneer Rd., Nassau, NY 12123

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Let's meet at the Schodack Town Park for a walk with a story along the way!

Bingo Night for Kids and Teens

Monday, July 21, 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!

CPL Board of Trustees Meeting

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

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

Make Your Own Kinetic Sand

Tuesday, July 22, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Join us to mix your own kinetic sand, stay and play, and then bring some home too!

Sunshine Storytime

Tuesday, July 22, 6:00 p.m.

Let's enjoy the sun staying out longer with an outdoor storytime geared toward ages birth to age 8! We'll read stories, engage in music and movement, and have time for nature discovery on the library's front lawn!

Beginner Yoga

Tuesday, July 22, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for an indoor yoga class geared toward adult beginners, with instructor Barbara Hacker. Please bring your own mat.

Summer Snacks: Mug Cakes

Wednesday, July 23, 12:00-5:00 p.m.

There’s a cold, unexpected ingredient in this easy, compact recipe that makes this an ultimate summer snack!

Schodack Farmers Market

Wednesday, July 23, 3:00-7:00 p.m.

Location: 1836 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Schodack Farmers Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, July 23, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Friends of CPL Music on the Lawn: Scarlett Fever

Wednesday, July 23, 5:30-7:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. The Friends of CPL will be selling meatball subs, hot dogs, strawberry shortcakes, and drinks from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Music is 6:00-7:30 p.m. Presented by the Friends of CPL.

Special Visitor Storytime: Therapy Pig

Thursday, July 24, 10:30 a.m.

Come meet a pig! We’ll be reading a story about pigs and then meeting and learning about a therapy pig.

Rocking Piggies

Thursday, July 24, 10:30 a.m.

After meeting the therapy pig, make your own pig using a folded paper plate to create a rocking motion.

Summer STEAM: Shrinky Dinks

Friday, July 25, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Shrinky Dinks are a magical craft that lets you draw, design, and then watch your creations shrink and harden in the oven! As the plastic curls, twists, and then flattens into a mini version of your artwork, it feels like a tiny transformation happening right before your eyes. Come make your very own magical keychain with us!

Build with Big Blue Blocks

Saturday, July 26, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Come to the library for a day of endless imaginative play! The large foam blocks are just right for creative construction and pretend play for any age.

Tissue Paper Flowers

Sunday, July 27, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Create vibrant, oversized tissue paper flowers that make a bold statement at any event or in your home. Easy to make and full of color, they're the perfect way to brighten any space.

Book Lovers Button Making

Monday, July 28, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Book lovers unite! Create a fun wearable button to let everyone know about your love for reading.

The Magic of Electricity with MiSci

Monday, July 28, 4:00 p.m.

Recommended for youth going into 2nd-8th grades in the fall. What is electricity, and where does it come from? Explore the different types of electricity and see how it is generated and used in this shocking program!

Summer STEAM: Boat Building and Race

Tuesday, July 29, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

This boat-building STEM project encourages children to design and construct their own floating vessels using materials like paper, foil, or recycled items. See how far your boat can go or how much weight it can carry. There will be a race every half hour, so get your boat in tip top shape and see what it can do!

Town of Schodack Community Market

Tuesday, July 29, 4:00 - 7:00 p.m.

Location: 1777 Columbia Turnpike, Castleton, NY 12033

Visit the library's table at the Town of Schodack Community Market to apply for a library card, check out a book, sign up for summer reading...the possibilities are endless!

Sunshine Storytime

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

Let's enjoy the sun staying out longer with an outdoor storytime geared toward ages birth to age 8! We'll read stories, engage in music and movement, and have time for nature discovery on the library's front lawn!

Beginner Yoga

Tuesday, July 29, 6:30 p.m.

Join us for an indoor yoga class geared toward adult beginners, with instructor Barbara Hacker. Please bring your own mat.

Yoga for Kids

Wednesday, July 30, 12:00 p.m.

Recommended for ages 3-9. Jen from Prancing Pony Yoga will be here to host story-based yoga for kids at the library!

Wellness Wednesday Walk

Wednesday, July 30, 4:30 p.m.

Held outdoors, weather permitting. Meet at the library for a walk down Main Street and the chance to regroup and reflect mid-week on our wellness walk!

Write Your Life: Memoir Writing for Adults

Wednesday, July 30, 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.

Special Visitor Storytime: Police

Thursday, July 31, 10:30 a.m.

We’ll read a book about police officers, then get to meet a real-life officer from the Schodack Police Department and see a police car! All ages welcome.

Make Your Own T-Shirt Bag

Thursday, July 31, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Turn an old T-shirt into a stylish and personalized, no-sew tote bag. Join us for this fun, eco-friendly craft. Bring a favorite old t-shirt to repurpose or choose from an available assortment at the library.

Kids Cook Around the World: Mango Lemonade

Friday, August 1, 11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

Come for the cool, refreshing drink on a nice summer day. Stay for the origin story and your passport stamp!

Stuffed Animal Sleepover: Camping Edition

Friday, August 1 - drop off any time from 3:00-5:00 p.m. (Join us for a special storytime at 4:30). Pick up on Saturday, August 2 from 11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Our Stuffed Animal Sleepover is back, with a new summer twist! Send your stuffed animals to the library for a camping field trip. Drop them off anytime between 3:00 and 5:00 p.m. on Friday. We will hold a special storytime at 4:30 p.m.! Then, come back to pick them up on Saturday anytime between 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m. to find out about all of their adventures -- and receive a goody bag for yourself, too!

Make Your Own Puzzle

Saturday, August 2, 11:00 a.m - 4:00 p.m.

Stop in to color your own design on a blank puzzle you can take home and put together!

Paper Airplane Construction and Competition

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