Thursday May 2, 2024 
Nassau Free Library Summer Reading Program
Stop in the library for more information about our program, summer reading challenges, prizes, and our volunteen program. Please register for all programs by calling the library (518)766-2715 or email colene@nullnassaufreelibrary.org.
Summer Reading Kick-Off Party Thursday, 6/22 6-7:30 Celebrate the night before the last day of school and the start of summer at our Summer Reading Kickoff Party! We’ll have a bounce house, face painting, crafts, Stewart’s ice cream sundaes and tons of summer reading info for you! Parking available across the street at St Mary’s Church.
Dyken Pond Owl Program Tues. 6/27, 2-3pm
Pride Movie Night for Teens: Tues. 6/27 6-8pm: Showing Prom. PG-13
S’mores Party-Wed. 6/28, 2-3pm: Join us for an hour of s’more fun where we make & taste all kinds of s’mores!
Lego Club Thursday, 6/29, 6pm: Children of all ages join together to create and play, using the library’s large collection of LEGOS.
4th of July Craft Hour- Mon. 7/3, 2-3pm: Stop in to make festive July 4th crafts, play games, enjoy 4th of July snacks.
Cupcake Decorating- Mon. 7/10 2-3pm: Decorate cupcakes with frosting, sprinkles, candy & more to share with a friend.
Make a Quilt Square- Wed. 7/12 2-4pm: Stop in anytime between 12-4pm to make a quilt square for our library community quilt. (All ages)
Jam Making for Teens & Adults- Tues. 7/18 2-4pm: Join us with an adult or solo to learn all about making your own homemade jam.
Mad Science of the Capital District: Dinosaurs! Wed. 7/19 2-3pm
Reptile I Spy Scavenger Hunt- Week of 7/24: Use your keen eyes to spote reptile pictures around the library and earn a small prize.
Graphic Design Hour Tues. 7/25 2-3pm Addy, a local college student, will be here to teach you about graphic design. Make a min-book and a button with your own designs.
Upcoming Programs and Events at Poestenkill Library
Monday 6/26 – 7:30 PM – Board of Trustees Meeting: All meetings of the Board of Trustees are open to the public.
Wednesday 6/28 – 6:00 PM – Shark Exploration: Children are invited to the library for another fun STEM program with Ms. Phil. During this program attendees will learn about the life of sharks and then make a mobile and a sand-filled bottle with real shark teeth! Registration is required as supplies are limited. Please call the library at 518-283-3721 to reserve your space or add your name to the sign up sheet in the library.
Thursday 6/29 – 6:00 PM – Patriotic Keychain Diamond Art: Teens and adults are invited to the library for a relaxing evening at our monthly diamond art program. This month we’re making patriotic keychains or bag clips in honor of the upcoming July 4th holiday. No diamond art experience is required. These projects are suitable for beginners or experienced diamond art enthusiasts. Registration is required as space and supplies are limited. Please register by calling the library at 518-283-3721 or add your name to the sign up sheet the next time you’re in.
Fridays 10:15 – Storytime with Ms. Erin. Children and their guardians can join Ms. Erin, for stories and crafts at the library every Friday morning at 10:15 am.
Also, the Friends of the Library are once again selling tickets for the Desert of the Month fundraiser. This year there will be 2 winners selected. Each will receive 6 homemade desserts in the coming year; one every other month. Tickets are $10 each and can be purchased at the circulation desk during regular hours. Two lucky winners will be drawn on September 9th at Fall Market Day.
North Greenbush Public Library Update
What’s all the “buzzzz” about? Strive to “BEE a Community of Readers” this summer and register for our reading challenge in the All Together Now Summer Reading program. From children through adults, track your reading to earn prizes and raffle tickets. Come to the library’s circulation desk beginning June 26 to register and pick up a gameboard.
Bring your children to pre-school Storytime Tuesday at 11 AM in the North Greenbush Town Hall Annex and engage in songs, games, and a related craft. Thursday Crafternoons are held in the Children’s Room between 3 and 5 PM. Find your creativity!
There’s no time like the present to find out what your library is up to. Come to the monthly Board of Trustees meeting on Thursday, June 22 at 7 PM held in the meeting room at Eastwyck Village, at 1 Eastwyck Circle, off Best Road.
Remarkably Bright Creatures, by Shelby Van Pelt, is the June choice of our Virtual Book Club. Join us on Zoom on Tuesday, June 27 at 6:30 PM. Call the library at 283-0303 to request a meeting link.
Library hours are Monday-Friday 10 AM to 7 PM and Saturday, 10 AM to 2 PM.
East Greenbush Community Library
Open: Mon/Fri 10-6p; Tue/Wed/Thu 10-8p; Sat 10-5p; Sun 1-5p. Closed 6/19 for Juneteenth. We offer programs for adults, teens & kids. Register at https://events.eglibrary.org or call 518-477-7476. Location: 10 Community Way, E. Greenbush.
Summer Reading Program begins in June for all ages! This year’s theme is Read Beyond the Beaten Path. Registration begins June 26th. Stop in the library to pick up a game card, download the free Beanstack app, or register online at eastgreenbushlibrary.beanstack.org.
Wednesdays, 7-9p: Wednesday Night Book Chat (WNBC). What have you been reading lately? Share your recent reads and gather recommendations from librarians and other readers. Look for our post: https://www.facebook.com/eglibrary.
6/26, 3p: Cooking with Felisha: In this hands-on cooking class you’ll learn how to stretch your shopping dollars with fresh ingredients to prepare two healthy and delicious recipes. Register.
6/27, 2p @ Genet Elementary School: Summer Reading Kickoff with Illusionist Leon Etienne! You’ve seen him on America’s Got Talent, Jimmy Fallon, and Penn & Teller: Fool Us! Illusionist Leon Etienne rocks venues around the world with his jaw-dropping, critically acclaimed hit show, Magic Rocks! Witness this family-friendly spectacular featuring the world’s best illusions, award-winning sleight of hand, and hilarious comedy, in an immersive experience that brings joy, laughter, and wonder when the world needs it most! Register.
6/29, 6p: Outdoor Music Concert with Hot Vox Trio: 3-2-1..Three Voices, two guitars, one harmonica performing great 60s and 70s folk and R&B tunes with lots of heart and harmony! BYO blankets/chairs for lawn seating. Register to secure indoor seating should event move inside due to inclement weather.
Events at Castleton Public Library, 6/25-7/1
CPL is located at 85 S. Main St., Castleton, NY. All events are free. Questions? Call 518-732-0879.
Events & Take-Home Kit:
Take & Make: Patriotic Crafts – Kits available for pick-up 6/24 through 7/1 – Make a craft to help celebrate America’s independence!
DIY Scratch Art Paper – Mon., 6/26, 12:00-4:00pm – Design your own rainbow scratch art paper using crayons, paint, and dish soap! All ages welcome.
Cool Science: Fizzing Lemonade – Tue., 6/27, 3:00-5:00pm – Make delicious fizzing lemonade to enjoy and learn about the science behind acid-base reactions.
Firefighter Storytime – Tue., 6/27, 6:00pm – Enjoy a story about firefighters, then meet firefighters from Castleton F.D. and see their fire truck!
Legomania – Wed., 6/28, 12:00-8:00pm – We’ll have lots of Legos out for this all-day build-a-thon!
Walking Storytime at Schodack Island State Park – Wed., 6/28, 2:30pm – We’ll meet at the beginning of the StoryWalk (near the playground) at Schodack Island State Park, 1 Schodack Island Way, Schodack Landing, NY 12156. Held outdoors, weather permitting. We’ll explore the current StoryWalk book together, then do a craft!
Special Visitor Storytime: Therapy Pig – Thu., 6/29, 10:30am – Come meet a pig! We’ll enjoy a story about pigs and then meet and learn about a therapy pig.
Bridge Club – Fri., 6/30, 10:30am – Play bridge with us! Geared toward beginners and players who need a refresher.
Games on the Lawn – Fri., 6/30, 11:00am-2:00pm – Held outdoors, weather permitting. Bring your family or friends to play Giant Connect Four, ladder toss, and other games!
Chalk the Walk – Sat., 7/1, 10:00am-4:00pm – Held outside, weather permitting. Help bring some color to our front walkway! We have plenty of chalk – bring your imagination.