March 2020 Newsletter

News from Castleton Public Library - March 2020 View this email in your browser Notes from Our Director:  Are you interested in serving our community and helping to improve our library? The Castleton Public Library's Board of Trustees is currently seeking a trustee to fill a vacancy on the Board. The Board is responsible for guiding funds, policies, and strategic planning for the library. The Board meets monthly; the total time commitment for Trustees is approximately two to three hours per month. To learn more about what it means to serve on our Board of Trustees, please attend the next Board meeting on Monday, March 16 at 7:00 p.m. or send an email to director@castletonpubliclibrary.org.  Have you checked out one of our museum passes lately? Museum passes offer free or reduced admission to a number of area museums. You check passes out just like a library book; passes are loaned for 3 days. We are pleased to add 3 new passes to our collection in 2020: Berkshire Botanical Garden, Crailo State Historic Site, and Olana State Historic Site. Click here for a full list of our museum passes. Please note that some sites are open seasonally and may not yet be open for the 2020 season.  See below for a full list of our events and classes for the month of March! Best, Melissa Tacke March Classes and Events at CPL Click here to download our March 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.  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. Pajama Storytime   Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. March 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. Feel free to wear your pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend to this evening storytime. Recommended for ages birth-8.  Make Your Own Mad Libs    Wednesday, March 4, 3:00 - 8:00 p.m. Stop by the library with a friend or family member to get creative with words! We'll write our own mad lib stories and then replace words. What hilarious story will you create? For ages 8 and up. Learn & Play Storytime   Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. March 5, 12,19, 26; April 2. 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. March 6, 13, 20, 27; April 3. 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, March 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. Cool Science: Rainbows Tuesday, March 10, 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.   Make your own rainbow in a cup using skittles and water, and learn about density! Bridge Club Friday, March 13, 10:30 a.m. Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher. Marble Run Fun   Friday, March 13, 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Design & build a unique maze for a marble to go through, then drop a marble in and watch it work! Paint & Punch   Friday, March 13, 6:00 p.m. Join instructor Noreen Powell to paint spring cherry blossoms while you enjoy refreshments. For adults and teens ages 15+. Space is limited; please register - call 518-732-0879. A 2nd Friday event. Spring Renewal Yoga   Monday, March 16, 6:00 p.m. This is a time for renewal and growth – what has been lying dormant in the winter is now ready to come to light! Join instructor Patricia McCarthy for 75 minutes of yoga to begin your journey into spring. Ages 12+. Library Board of Trustees Meeting Monday, March 16, 7:00 p.m.   Monthly meeting of the CPL Board of Trustees. Members of the public are welcome to attend. Afternoon Book Club: The Picture of Dorian Gray   Tuesday, March 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 The Picture of Dorian Gray by Oscar Wilde. March Madness Tuesday, March 17, 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Excited for March Madness? Make your own mini basketball hoop to take home and pick up an NCAA tournament bracket. Friends of the Library Monthly Meeting   Wednesday, March 18, 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. Teen Time Blackout Poetry   Thursday, March 19, 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. Use your imagination and a book page to create a unique poem! Snacks will be available. For teens in grades 6-12. STEM Storytime: Chemical Reactions   Saturday, March 21, 10:30 a.m. Join Miss Joelle for science-themed stories, songs, and an activity!  Recommended for ages birth to 8. Kids Cook!: Smoothies Saturday, March 21, 2:00 p.m.  In this month's kids cooking session, we will make tasty fruit smoothies! Legal Clinic   Tuesday, March 24, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Get a free, private, confidential consultation with an attorney. Appointment required; call 518-435-1770. Bridge Club Friday, March 27, 10:30 a.m. Come play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher. Family Movie Night - Frozen II (PG) Friday, March 27, 6:00 p.m. Movie lovers of all ages are welcome at our Family Movie Night! Held upstairs.  Paper Mosaic Art   Tuesday, March 31, 2:00 - 6:00 p.m.  Unleash your creativity and make beautiful paper mosaic art! For all ages. Military History Discussion Group: Experiences of an Adirondack Regiment in the Civil War Tuesday, March 31, 6:30 p.m.  Join us to discuss military history. At each meeting, one person will lead by presenting an overview of a book that discusses a topic or era of military history. All eras are open, from ancient times to the present. The topic of this meeting will be "The Experiences of an Adirondack Regiment in the Civil War," presented by Steve Roth.  Census Day Wednesday, April 1, 12:00 - 8:00 p.m.  Have you responded to the 2020 Census yet? Stop in any time today! We'll have dedicated computers to submit your household's response, and staff on hand to help you get connected. Copyright © 2020 Castleton Public Library, All rights reserved.