SEPTEMBER
LIBRARY NEWS & PROGRAMS
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Book Sale Donations Now Being Accepted!
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The Annual Patterson Library Friends Book Sale is coming soon. Donations of gently used books, DVDs & CDs are now being accepted. Donations may be placed in the marked storage pod in the parking lot. Please do not bring textbooks, magazines, VHS or audio cassettes. Thank you for your continued support.
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School Supply Drive
Please donate new school supplies and help us give our local kids in need a great start to the school year. Notebooks, binders, crayons, backpacks, pens, pencils, markers, lunch boxes, rulers and other supplies are greatly appreciated. Supplies will be collected in the vestibule during business hours through August 31.
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Busy Summer for Teens
The Patterson Library teens have been busy all summer! For the first time this year, both high school and middle school teams will compete in the Battle of the Books competition. The teens will read selected titles and compete against other libraries in a fast paced trivia competition based on the books they've read. In addition, teens have been busy volunteering in our Learning Buddies program tutoring younger students and planning events as part of the Teen Advisory Group. Special thanks to the Patterson Rotary for donating and supporting our teen programs.
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HS BATTLE OF THE BOOKS COMPETITION 8/19, 6 PM MIZZENTOP DAY SCHOOL, PAWLING, NY
MS BATTLE OF THE BOOKS COMPETITION: 9/17, 9 AM COLUMBIA GREENE COMMUNITY COLLEGE, HUDSON, NY
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Is Your House Making You Sick?
Wednesday, September 14 7:00 PM
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How healthy is your home? Learn about common issues in your house that can put your health at risk and impact the value of your home. Jim Rood, President of Lighthouse Environmental Consultants, will share his 27 years of experience to help you identify, correct and learn the health risks of these issues in an informative presentation you won't want to miss.
Mold Radon Asbestos Poor Air Quality
Moisture & Water Issues
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Movie: Mother's Day Thursday, September 15 1:00 PM
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"A celebration of mothers everywhere, this big-hearted comedy invites us all to enjoy the laughter, tears and love as three generations come together in the week leading up to Mother's Day". This film is rated PG 13 and stars Jennifer Aniston, Kate Hudson, Julia Roberts
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Don Spaulding: Artist, Illustrator, and Student of Norman Rockwell
Wednesday, September 21 6:30 PM
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Come meet renowned artist Don Spaulding, one of the few people to study under Norman Rockwell. Known for his dynamic representations of the American West and his work on the covers of
The Lone Ranger,
Tonto and
Buck Jones, Don will talk about his fascinating career as a professional artist and illustrator.
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Upcoming Adult Programs for our full summer program schedule.
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Fall Story Times With
Miss Kathleen
September 26 to November 7
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Wednesdays 11:00 - 11:45 AM
This
story time for kids 2 and under will have babies laughing, singing and having a great time as they play with a fun assortment of toys and meet new friends!
* caregivers must stay with child in story time
Tuesdays 10:30 - 11 AM
Two-year old kids will have a blast reading stories, singing lively, interactive songs and creating awesome crafts at this super-fun
story time!
*caregivers must stay with child in story time
Tuesdays 11:30 AM - 12 PM
Caregivers can now stay with their two & three year olds that are not quite ready for independent story time. Kids will have a great time reading fun stories, singing happy songs and making fun, artsy stuff!
Preschool Power
Thursdays 1:00-1:45 PM
Kids ages 3-5 can get dropped off for an exciting story time experience! Great stories, fun art projects and lively group sing-a-longs will make story time feel like a party!
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Fall Book Clubs
Beginning September 14
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My First Book Club
Every Other Wednesday 4:30 PM
Miss Kathleen takes kids on their first reading adventure in this exciting book club for kids in kindergarten and first grade. Fun games, great stories and new friends will make this a club every kid wants to join! Begins September 14.
“Let’s Get Real”
Every other Wednesday 4:30 PM
Second and third graders will read awesome books at home, then meet for an activity filled afternoon talking about the book, creating awesome art, playing interactive games, and more! Begins September 21.
Paper and Popcorn Book Club
Friday, September 23, October 14, and
November 18 4:30 PM
Third and fourth graders will read a selection of fantastic books at home, then join Miss Kathleen and Miss Jenn to watch the movie version of the book and have an interesting discussion over popcorn, to compare the book and film.
High School Book Club and Dinner
Thursday, October 6, November 10, and December 8
Books and food, it doesn't get much better! In this "book & dine" club teens will read 3 fascinating books at home, then join Miss Jenn and Miss Kathleen for a lively interactive book discussion while enjoying a delicious
dinner with friends!
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Lego Club
Thursday, September 22, October 27, and November 17 4:30 PM
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Kids in grades K and up, use our LEGOs to show off your incredible imagination and building skills by tackling our monthly theme, or a theme of your own. We have a limited number of base plates, so if you can bring your own to use, that would be great! LEGO creations will be displayed in the Family Center!
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Intro to Guitar
Tuesday, September 27 4:30 PM
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Has your child always wanted to try playing guitar? Instructor Joe Krzyzewski from The Music Cottage will introduce kids to the basics of guitar including techniques as well as simple chords! Guitars will be provided. For grades 4-8.
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Don't Miss These Great
August Programs
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Adult Programs:
Wednesday, August 10 1:00 PM
This award winning movie, based on the book by NY Times Best Selling Author Michael Lewis, is "based on the true story of four outsiders who saw what the big banks, media and government refused to: the global collapse of the economy. A bold investment leads them into the dark underbelly of banking, where everyone and everything is in question."
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R. Ages 17 and over only. Contains profanity & nudity
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Wednesday, August 24 1:00 PM
Get ready to laugh as we present the hit comedy,
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2. In this sequel to the 2002 blockbuster, the zany Portokalos family returns for another hilarious Greek wedding adventure!
Rated PG-13.
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Kids' Programs:
Thursday, August 4 11:30 AM - 12:15 PM (Ages 7+)
Don't miss out on a free intro to karate class for kids! Join Pawling Karate here at the Patterson Library for an exciting karate demonstration and an interactive workshop. Kids will even get to break a board!
Let’s Dance!
Thursday, August
11 1:00 PM (Ages 5+)
You’re invited to an introductory dance class with 7 Stars Dance Studio! Learn a short dance, enjoy a great performance, and have fun with friends!
High School Battle of the Books
Friday, August 19
6:00 PM
Come out to support the
Patterson Library's High School Battle of the Books
team as they compete to win the first annual High School BOB competition! The competition will be held at Mizzentop Day School in Pawling, New York and will begin at 6 PM.
Monday, August 22 1-3 PM
Kids who participated in the Summer Reading Game or attended summer programs are welcome to join us for an ice cream party with a performance by Patterson Library's theater kids as they perform a number from
High School Musical Junior
. Rain date is Tuesday, August 23.
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Patterson Library 1167 Route 311, PO Box 418, Patterson NY 12563
845.878.6121
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