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May 4, 2022Upcoming Events at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
The following programs will be offered during the week of May 16-22, 2022. More details for each program can be found at www.cphlibrary.org or by calling 518-371-8622.
Upcoming Events at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Library Caterpillars and Butterflies!
Clifton Park, NY – All month
The Children’s Library will be home to caterpillars and butterflies this spring! Stop by often to watch as they grow and change from caterpillars to butterflies – then join us for their release on the Library’s Back Lawn on June 5 at 1 pm. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
ZOOM: Family Story Time Live!
Clifton Park, NY – Monday, May 16 and Thursday, May 19 at 10 am
Join us as we go live from the Children’s Library! Every Monday and Thursday at 10 am we’ll share new stories, songs, and rhymes. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
Outdoor Story Time
Clifton Park, NY – Monday, May 16 and Thursday, May 19 at 11 am
Grab the sunscreen, a hat, a water bottle and a chair or blanket, and come to the Library for an in-person story time! Outdoor Story Time will be held on the Library’s Back Lawn if weather and lawn conditions permit; we will move inside if conditions are not suitable. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
Reading Therapy Dogs
Clifton Park, NY – Tuesday, May 17, 15-minute sessions starting at 4 pm
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Sign up your child to read alone, with a sibling, or a friend. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
MakerSTEM: Pattern Art
Clifton Park, NY – Tuesday, May 17 at 4 pm
Art and math come together as we explore patterns, tiling, and geometry for this fun project! We will explore patterns in nature through math concepts, then create a unique piece of art to bring home. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
ZOOM: Download and Stream For FREE from Your Library
Clifton Park, NY – Wednesday, May 18 at 1 pm
Get an overview of Libby, CloudLibrary, and Hoopla to learn how to access ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, TV shows, and comics. Attendees must be Library District residents to access some of these services. Attend in-person at the Library or from home on ZOOM. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
ZOOM: Computer & Technology Users Group – Complete Robocall Defense
Clifton Park, NY – Wednesday, May 18 at 6:30 pm
Join this informal group as we share information about computer and technology use. All are welcome. A new topic will be featured each month. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
Teen Take & Make: Soda Tab Keychains
Clifton Park, NY – Thursday, May 19
Use recycled soda tabs to make a keychain, and check out our Teen Instagram, @cphlibteens, for the Third Thursday Teens tutorial! For grades 6 to 12. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
Daytime Book Group: The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
Clifton Park, NY – Thursday, May 19 at 2 pm
Aging and reclusive Hollywood movie icon Evelyn Hugo is finally ready to tell the truth about her glamorous and scandalous life. From making her way to Los Angeles in the 1950s to her decision to leave show business in the 1980s – and seven husbands along the way – Evelyn unspools a tale of ruthless ambition, unexpected friendship, and a great forbidden love. Meet in the Reading Garden. Registration required. 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
Friends of the Library Plant Sale
Clifton Park, NY – Saturday, May 21, 9:30 am to 12 pm
Share excess perennials with your neighbors and find new treasures for your garden. All plants are donated by community gardeners, so you know they grow and thrive locally. Donated plants will be accepted Friday, May 20 from 1:30-5 pm and Saturday, May 21 from 8:30-10 am. Please label your plants; labels are available in the Library foyer. This is a “BARE ROOT” sale – all outdoor plants should have their roots washed of soil; indoor houseplants will be accepted in soil. Questions about the sale or donations can be directed to Susan Cromer: geoteach98@aol.com
Frog Book Scavenger Hunt
Clifton Park, NY – All month
Visit the Children’s Library all month long to search for books with frogs on the cover.
The hiding spots will move around each week, so come back again soon to see if you can find the new locations! 518-371-8622. www.cphlibrary.org
