September 2019 Newsletter

News from Castleton Public Library - September 2019 View this email in your browser Notes from Our Director:  Thanks to everyone who participated in this year's Summer Reading Program! We hope you enjoyed a summer full of fun and learning. If you haven't turned in your reading record yet, please bring it in! We've already drawn our raffle prize winners, but kids and teens get a special goody bag when they hand in their reading record through Saturday, September 7.  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 family and friends! Signing up for a library card is easy -- adults 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. See below for a complete list of our September programs. We hope you'll stop in and see us this fall!  Best, Melissa Tacke September Classes and Events at CPL Click here to download our September events calendar as a PDF Computer Basics By appointment, to fit your schedule!  Learn the basics of using a computer or other device in a one-on-one session. Learn what you want to learn, at your own pace! Appointment required; call 518-732-0879. Mend-A-Bear by Appointment Make an appointment for free repair of your stuffed animal or dog toy! Call 518-369-2488 for appointment.  Cookie Decorating Tuesday, September 3, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Celebrate the end of summer by decorating a sweet treat to enjoy! Pajama Storytime   Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. September 3, 10, 17, 24; October 1. Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime. Recommended for ages birth-8.  Rainbow Scratch Art   Wednesday, September 4, 12:00-8:00 p.m.  Stop in to make cool rainbow scratch art with special paper! Learn & Play Storytime   Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. September 5, 12, 19, 26; October 3. Children from birth to age 5 are invited to enjoy stories, rhymes, music, and movement while building their  early literacy and motor skills! Join us every Thursday for fun and learning.  Early Literacy Playtime   Fridays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. September 6, 13, 20, 27; October 4. Playing is learning! With a variety of age-appropriate toys and blocks provided, this drop-in playtime is designed for children ages birth to 5 to strengthen their early literacy skills while playing with caregivers & friends. Friends of CPL Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser   Saturday, September 7, 8:00 - 10:00 a.m.  Location: Applebee’s Restaurant, 594 N. Troy Road, Rensselaer, NY 12144 Enjoy breakfast and help benefit the library! $8:00 cost; 3 pancakes, 2 slices of bacon, and a beverage.  Giant Games on Main Street!   Saturday, September 7, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Location: Intersection of Scott Avenue and Main Street, Castleton, NY 12033 We’ll be at the intersection of Scott and Main – come play giant versions of some of our favorite games!   Read to Lacey the Therapy Dog   Monday, September 9, 4:00- 5:00 p.m. Lacey loves for kids to read to her! Kids are invited to stop in to read to Lacey, or just pet her and say hi. Monday Mile Community Walk   Mondays at 5:00 p.m. September 9, 16, 23, 30 (no walk on 9/2 due to Labor Day). Location: Intersection of Main Street and Scott Avenue Let’s walk the Main Street Mile together every Monday (weather permitting)! We’ll meet at the intersection of Main & Scott. All ages welcome (ages 10 & under must be accompanied by adult). Beading Bonanza   Wednesday, September 11, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Stop by the library to make bracelets, necklaces, and other creative beaded crafts! Bridge Club   Friday, September 13, 10:30 a.m. Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher.  CPL at the Castleton-on-Hudson Farmers and Artisans Market   Friday, September 13, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Come visit our table at the Farmers Market! We'll have a fun craft and LEGOs for the kids. Drug Takeback Day   Saturday, September 14, 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Drop off your unused or expired medication for safe and anonymous disposal. Proper disposal of unused prescription and over-the-counter medications is important to protect both people and the environment. Co-sponsored by Castleton Public Library and the Rensselaer County Sheriff’s Department.   Library Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, September 16, 7:00 p.m.   Monthly meeting of the CPL Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Afternoon Book Club: Sabrina   Tuesday, September 17, 1:00 p.m. Join us the third Tuesday of each month for a book discussion! Books available at the front desk. This month's selection is Sabrina by Nick Drnaso. Build with Keva Planks Tuesday, September 17, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m. Want to build something cool? Drop in and make a tower or other exciting structure out of Keva Planks! Legal Clinic   Tuesday, September 17, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Get a free, private, confidential consultation with an attorney. Appointment required; call 518-435-1770. Friends of CPL Meeting   Wednesday, September 18, 7:00 p.m. Come get involved with the Friends of Castleton Public Library! The Friends coordinate family-friendly events, volunteer, and raise money to donate to the library for materials and equipment.  Family Movie Night: The Secret Life of Pets 2 (PG)   Friday, September 20, 6:00 p.m. All ages are welcome at our Family Movie Night! This month's feature is The Secret Life of Pets 2 (PG). Held upstairs. Cool Science: Polishing Pennies Tuesday, September 24, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.   Join us to learn about the science behind making a dirty penny shiny again! Teen Time: Wii Night Thursday, September 26, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Come play Wii games and enjoy snacks! For teens in 6th-12th grades. Held upstairs.  Bridge Club Friday, September 27, 10:30 - 12:30 p.m. Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher. Visit with Eddy Alzheimer's Services Tuesday, October 1, 2:00 - 4:00 p.m.  Are you a caregiver for someone with dementia? Drop in to talk with social workers from Eddy Alzheimer’s Services. Learn about the Alzheimer’s Caregiver Support Initiative, a program that provides free resources & support to caregivers. Fun Fall Crafts Wednesday, October 2, 3:00  - 7:00 p.m.  Celebrate the fall by making a special craft to decorate your home! Perler Bead Crafts Saturday, October 5, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  Come make something awesome out of perler beads! After Dinner Book Club: The Bear & The Nightingale Monday, October 7, 7:00 p.m.  Join us the first Monday of each month for a book discussion! This month's selection is The Bear and the Nightingale by Katherine Arden.  Copyright © 2019 Castleton Public Library, All rights reserved.