February 2020 Newsletter

News from Castleton Public Library - February 2020 View this email in your browser Notes from Our Director:  Data reflecting our 2019 services, programs, and collections is now available! See below for a set of graphs showing how the library was used in 2019 in comparison to previous years. As you can see, the number of people visiting the library, attending our events, and borrowing books, DVDs, digital books/audiobooks, etc. continues to grow. Thank you for making 2019 such a great year for our library. If it's been a while since you've visited us, please stop in and see what we have to offer!  Below the graphs is a complete listing of all of our events in February, including the school break week (Feb. 17-22).  Best,  Melissa Tacke February Classes and Events at CPL Click here to download our February 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.  Take Your Child to the Library Day   Saturday, February 1, 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Learn about all the fun you can have with us (plus – pick up a special goodie bag to take home!). Drop in for a special storytime at 10:30, and drop in from 11:30-4:00 to make your own library card holder! After Dinner Book Club - There There by Tommy Orange   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 selection is There There by Tommy Orange. Visit with Eddy Alzheimer's Services   Tuesday, February 4, 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 a program that provides free resources & support to caregivers. Pajama Storytime   Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. February 4, 11, 18, 25; March 3. Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime. Recommended for ages birth-8.  Beading Bonanza   Wednesday, February 5, 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. Stop by the library to make bracelets, necklaces, and other creative beaded crafts Learn & Play Storytime   Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. February 6, 13, 20, 27; March 5. 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.  American Red Cross Blood Drive Thursday, February 6, 1:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Help save lives – donate blood. Appointments recommended; call 518-732-0879, email director@castletonpubliclibrary.org or visit www.redcrossblood.org. Drop-ins also welcome.  Early Literacy Playtime   Fridays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. February 7, 14, 21, 28; March 6. 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. Read to Lacey the Therapy Dog   Monday, February 10, 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. Open Mic Night   Wednesday, February 12, 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. Musicians & poets - come share your talents! All ages welcome to perform and to watch.  Hearts & Crafts   Thursday, February 13, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Stop in to make a Valentine’s Day craft for someone special in your life! Bridge Club Friday, February 14, 10:30 a.m. Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher. Sweets for Your Sweetie Friday, February 14, 4:30 - 7:30 p.m.  Create chocolate-dipped goodies and make a card for someone you love. A 2nd Friday event for all ages!  Afternoon Book Club: American Wolf: A True Story of Survival & Obsession in the West by Nate Blakeslee   Tuesday, February 18, 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 American Wolf: A True Story of Survival & Obsession in the West by Nate Blakeslee. Cool Science: Chain Reactions Tuesday, February 18, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.   Join us at the library to learn about chain reactions and design your own Rube Goldberg machine. Legal Clinic   Tuesday, February 18, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Get a free, private, confidential consultation with an attorney. Appointment required; call 518-435-1770. Library Board of Trustees Meeting Tuesday, February 18, 7:00 p.m.   Monthly meeting of the CPL Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Perler Bead Crafts Wednesday, February 19, 12:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Have the day off from school? Stop by and make something awesome out of perler beads! Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting   Wednesday, February 19, 7:00 p.m.  In addition to funding our summer reading program and our museum pass program, the Friends also coordinate family-friendly events, volunteer, and raise money to donate to the library for materials and equipment. If you are interested in learning more about the Friends, please consider attending the Friends of CPL meeting at the library. Clifford's Birthday Celebration with WMHT Thursday, February 20, 10:30 a.m.  Celebrate everyone’s favorite big red dog! Meet Clifford and join WMHT for a story, craft, & birthday cake! Co-hosted by WMHT Public Media. Kids' Book Bingo   Thursday, February 20, 1:00 p.m. Come play bingo at the library with our special book-themed bingo set. Recommended for ages 7-12.  Teen Time: Cocoa & Crafting   Thursday, February 20, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. Relax at the library with hot cocoa, snacks, crafts, and coloring sheets. For teens in 6th-12th grades. Legomania!   Friday, February 21, 12:00 - 6:00 p.m. We’ll have our big Lego bins out for this huge build-a-thon! Recommended for ages 3 and up.  STEM Storytime: Weather   Saturday, February 22, 10:30 a.m. Join Miss Joelle for science-themed stories, songs, and an educational activity! This month’s topic is weather. Recommended for ages birth to 8 years. Kids Cook!: Mini Pizzas Saturday, February 22, 2:00 p.m.  Join us to make personal pizzas with a variety of fun toppings! Recommended for ages 5 and up.  Salt Painting Tuesday, February 25, 3:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Create unique artwork using glue, salt, and food coloring! Bridge Club Friday, February 28, 10:30 a.m. Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher. Family Movie Night - Maleficent: Mistress of Evil (PG) Friday, February 28, 6:00 p.m. Movie lovers of all ages are welcome at our Family Movie Night! Held upstairs.  After Dinner Book Club - American Overdose: The Opioid Tragedy in Three Acts Monday, March 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 selection is American Overdose: The Opioid Tragedy in Three Acts by Chris McGreal. Copyright © 2020 Castleton Public Library, All rights reserved.