Library eNewsletter | August 2022
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Our FRIENDS Have a New Look, and New Leadership Too!
Since 1976, the Friends of the Saratoga Springs Public Library have promoted and advanced the goals of the library. The Friends' efforts have provided enhancements to the library’s facilities, programs, and collection through a strong history of volunteerism and fundraising.
Recently, the Friends hired its very first Executive Director, Jennifer Allen. The group also revamped their logo, giving their brand a much needed facelift in order to more closely align them with SSPL. For more information about this exciting new development, please visit this link.
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Digital Services at Your Library
Spotlight on EBSCOhost MasterFILE Elite
MasterFILE Elite is a digital service that provides full text for magazines, periodicals and reference books covering a wide-range of subject areas. This digital service can be accessed with you SSPL Card. Watch the short tutorial by clicking this link.
Links to most of our digital service content can be found on our Research Tab on our website at www.sspl.org organized by subject.
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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
Hello, Puddle! Who Lives Here?
Puddles are homes, bathtubs, and drinking fountains for wildlife. This hands-on program presented by Anita Sanchez, author of the new book, Hello, Puddle! will introduce young naturalists to the animals that use puddles as a habitat. We'll meet some puddle-loving creatures, including snails and water insects, and have some close-up experiences with mud. Children ages 5 to 12 are invited to join Anita from 11 a.m. - Noon Wednesday, August 3. Please register each child individually here.
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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
The Plastics Problem:
Tips to Reduce Plastic in your Everyday Life
Plastics have transformed our world, but plastic waste is filling our landfills, leaching toxic substances into our food and water, and threatening our oceans and marine life. Join SSPL Community Relations Coordinator, Gina Michelin Thursday, August 4 at 2 p.m. to look at practical changes you can make in your daily life and purchasing habits to reduce your use of plastics, especially single-use plastics and packaging. Part of Gina’s interactive talk will be a show and tell of household and personal care product alternatives she has found that do not rely on plastic components or packaging. One person can make a difference! Please register through this link.
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PROGRAM SPOTLIGHT
MiSci Presents: Liquid Nitrogen Demonstration
Nitrogen is a gas that can become a liquid! Students entering grades 6-12 are invited to join a presenter from the Museum of Innovation and Science August 10 from 2-3 p.m. to observe such uncommon states of matter as liquid boiling at room temperature. In this fascinating demonstration, participants will discover how liquid nitrogen is made and used in science, and the curious effects this extreme cold has on a variety of materials. Please register through this link.
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Kids Corner
What's New in August for Kids, Teens, & Their Families
Our 2022 Summer Reading Program, Oceans of Possibilities will wrap up this month, but there's still lots of programs coming your way!
Drop-In Craft Wednesdays, Aug. 3 & 10 | 10 - 11 a.m. | Children & Families
Please check our Events Calendar for Story Times, Parachute Play, Baby Music, and Baby Bounce program availability, registration, or to join an existing wait list.
The Teen Room is open to students entering grades 7-12 Monday - Thursday, 3 - 6 p.m.
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PROGRAM IN HAND?
Hard Copy or Digital Program Guide for July & August
SSPL prints limited quantities of our Program Guide, which covers two months of programming at a time. This option is for those who wish to have a physical document highlighting our offerings. If you are comfortable with an online format, we encourage you to help us conserve resources by choosing that option, and visiting our online link to the guide or our Events Calendar at www.sspl.org where you will find these, and other programming, details, and have the ability to register.
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How to Find Out About Programs at Your Library
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Are you participating in programs at your library? View our Events Calendar at www.sspl.org or follow us on your favorite social media platform to stay in the loop!
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Oceans of Possibilities
Summer Reading 2022 at Your Library
This year's Summer Reading campaign will run from June 20 - August 17, and offers children, teens, and adults multiple opportunities to explore the depths of the our deep blue seas! For more information, watch the video at right, and please stay tuned to our website at www.sspl.org an our social media platforms on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, and TikTok.
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Current Library Hours & Services
The library is open seven days a week and indoor seating is available. Current hours of operation are Monday - Thursday: 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. | Friday: 9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | Saturday: 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. | Sunday: Noon - 5 p.m.
UPCOMING HOLIDAY HOURS
Labor Day - Monday, July 4 - LIBRARY CLOSED
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Over the last two years, our librarians and presenters from a great many Saratoga Springs community organizations have been diligently working to produce online content for our YouTube channel. We're showcasing everything from children's story times, crafts, community conversations with local non-profits, book talks, gardening, travel, local history, art, tech tutorials, and so much more! As we continue with online programming, additional videos are added all the time, so please check out what's currently available and/or subscribe through the link below.
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FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL MEDIA
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