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Libary Notes 2/21

2008-02-25T15:38:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

Storytime

The Cat in the Hat, and a special guest, County Executive Michael Breslin, will be featured guests at storytime Thursday February 28^th at 10:15. Toddler storytime Wednesday at 10:15.

Kids Book Club

Join us to discuss Maniac MaGee Monday February 25^th at 4:00 p.m. and Rules Wednesday the 27^th at 4:15 p.m.

Tapping into your Best-even when you feel tapped out.

Dr. Stephen “Bird” Birchak is a professor, author and reformed class clown. He is also a widely known authority on character education, aggression and relationships. Dr. Bird is the author of a new book titled How to Build a Child’s Character – by tapping into your own, and the co-author of Champions of Dignity. He’ll speak at the Altamont Library Monday February 25^th at 7:00 p.m.

Read to a Dog

Jane is taking vacation week off but will be back 2/28. Come on in and read to Jane, the Portuguese water dog who loves to listen to stories. Jane is at the Library Thursday afternoons from 3-4. Reading to Jane is a great way for kids to gain confidence in their reading abilities while having fun. Call 861-7239 to sign up for a 15-minute time slot or just drop in.

Amnesty Week

Search your closets, dare to look under your bed, left up the cushions of your couch. Your efforts will be well rewarded. The Library will charge no fines the last week in February. Return any and all items and your fines on those items will be absolved.

Library Joke

We supply the title; you supply a “punny” author. Last week’s challenge went unmet, and I’d like to think it wasn’t because it was too simple: Gardening with the President

Library Notes 1/17

2008-01-18T10:52:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

Storytime

Got a bee in your bonnet? We can let it out at our storytime about bees. We’ll buzz and bumble our way through books and a craft. Toddlers’ storytime Wednesday at 10:15, Preschool storytime Thursdays at 10:15.

MLK DAY
The Library will be open 10-5 Martin Luther King Day. Observe the holiday by reading up on the civil rights leader.

Freckle Juice

Kids are invited to join our discussion of Judy Blume’s Freckle Juice Monday January 21st at 4:00 p.m. Snacks will be provided!

The Winter 2008 version of the Librarys quarterly newsletter is hot off the press. Stop by to pick up your copy today.

Read to a Dog

Come on in and read to Jane, the Portuguese water dog who loves to listen to stories. Jane is at the Library Thursday afternoons from 3-4. Reading to Jane is a great way for kids to gain confidence in their reading abilities while having fun. Call 861-7239 to sign up for a 15-minute time slot or just drop in.

Blogs, RSS, and online calendars- fancy new ways to keep in touch - January 23^rd 4:00 p.m. Registration Required

Library Joke

We supply the title; you supply a “punny” author. This week’s title in search of an author: Human Resources Manager: Last week’s title: Guide to Mixology: The official answer is: Bart Ender. A toast to our contestants Claire Battista for her entries Brandy Alexander, Ben Schook, Ken Blendwell and Able Tublend and to Phyllis Smith for Howie Stirrit.

Library Notes 1/10/08

2008-01-08T15:38:00.001-05:00

Storytime

Is there a polar bear in your fridgidaire? We’ll be looking there and in other unlikely places in this sometimes-artic themed storytime. Toddlers’ storytime Wednesday at 10:15, Preschool storytime Thursdays at 10:15.

Candy Sushi

Something fishy’s going on with our sushi rolls. You won’t find fish anywhere near them. Kids are invited to join us as we create rolls out of fruit roll ups, marshmallow, gummy worms, licorice and other delectable ingredients. Wednesday, January 16^th at 4:00 p.m. Please register by January 14^th. 861-7239.

Veggie Sushi

For those with a hankering for less sugar (and perhaps more authenticity), we’ll be rolling the nori and rice kind of sushi. In place of raw fish, we’ll use cucumbers, pears, avocados and other fruits and veggies. Don’t forget your appetite, as we’ll end the program by eating our creations. January 16^th, 6:30 p.m. Please register by January 14^th. 861-7239.

Read to a Dog

Annual Meeting

The Annual Meeting of the Altamont Free Library Board of Trustees will be held Monday, January 14^th at 7:00 p.m. The public is welcome.

Blogs, RSS, and online calendars- fancy new ways to keep in touch - January 23^rd 4:00 p.m. Registration Required

Computer Classes for Adults

Back for the New Year, this series of classes for adults teaches everything you want to know about computers but were afraid to ask. Over the course of five weeks, we’ll cover basic computer skills, web searching (2 weeks), email, and word processing. Classes meet Tuesdays at 10:15, starting January 15^th. No prior experience is assumed. Call 861-7239 to register. Classes are capped at three participants and are filled on a first-come first-served basis.

Library Joke

We supply the title; you supply a “punny” author. This week’s title in search of an author: Human Resources Manager: Last week’s title: Off Balance: The official answer is: Eileen Dover and Phil Down. Commendations to our contestants Claire Battista for her entries Nada Straight, T. Tering and Lil' Tilt, and to Phyllis Smith for Eileen Wright (my fave), Peg Legg and Tip C. Mann.

2007-11-30T14:04:00.001-05:00

Storytime

Getting chilly out there? Our dragon stories are sure to warm you up. Whether you go for the fire breathing type or more cuddly varieties, we have a dragon story for you. All ages are welcome. Toddler storytime (shorter stories, simpler crafts) is Wednesday at 10:15; preschool storytime (slightly longer stories, more involved craft) is Thursday at 10:15. Drop-ins welcome.

Joint Health

Have your joints ever given cause for pause? If so, join Altamont Physical Therapist Brian Thornton for an informative session on your joints and what you can do to keep them healthy. Wednesday, December 5^th at 7:00 p.m.

Read to a Dog

Kids’ Book Clubs

Without Hugo Cabret, none of the clocks in the magnificent Paris train station he lives in would work. Though he's only a kid, Hugo tends to the clocks every day. But there's something even more important in the boy's life than gigantic mechanics. This novel, an artful blending of narrative, illustration and cinematic technique, is a story as tantalizing as it is touching. Monday, December 17^th at 4:00 p.m.

Library Joke

We supply the title; you supply a “punny” author. This week’s title in search of an author: Great Tennis Matches. Email your answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us by Tuesday at noon. Last week’s title: Tasteful Vegetable Arrangements. The official answer is Arty Choke. Congratulations to Jonathan Cooper for coming very close with Artie Chokes and his answers Brock O'Lee and Sue Keeney and to Claire Battista for Dee L'ectable and Amber Osia.

Library Notes 5/31

2007-05-29T16:16:00.001-04:00

Library Notes

Story time

Tiiki Tikki Tembo No Sarimbo may not be your brother’s name but he’s part of the cast of characters for our story time about brothers. We’ll talk about rotten red haired Ralph, big brothers, little brothers and, scariest of all, little brothers. Wednesday at 10:15. All are welcome.

Senior Housing Continuum: What are the differences?

Are you considering different senior housing or retirement options? Perhaps you

are helping a parent make life choices and would like information on the issues

and options involved? Join us for a presentation by Doug Miller, Executive Director of Beverwyck, a not-for-profit, independent retirement and assisted living community.

Monday, June 4th at 7:00 p.m

The Sandwich Generation: When caring for family leaves you in the middle

Issues, Resources and how-to at home and at work

Many members of the baby-boomer generation are feeling the crunch of caring both for their children and their parents. Diane Cameron, Director of Community Caregivers, is an award winning writer and journalist. Her newspaper columns on history and popular culture have appeared across the region. Her essays on caregiving-- and the challenges of the Sandwich Generation-- have been heard on National Public Radio. Ms. Cameron will address this topic Tuesday, June 12th at 7:30 p.m.

Library Notes 5/24

2007-05-29T16:15:00.001-04:00

Library Notes

Storytime

Humpty Dumpty was one, a certain lobbying board would lead us to believe that they are both incredible and edible, and we have them here at the Library. You can boil, scramble, fry, poach and bake them. Eggs will be the subject of our next story time. We’ll read Horton Hatches an egg and Max’s Breakfast and Too Many Chickens, and make an eggceptional craft. Join us Wednesday at 10:15 for 2 and 3 year olds and Thursday at 10 for 4 and 5 year olds.

Chicks

The Library has always been a breeding ground for ideas but now we are also incubating baby chicks. The eggs were set May 21^st and will hatch Monday June 11^th.

Senior Housing Mini Series

Are you considering different senior housing or retirement options? Perhaps you

are helping a parent make life choices and would like information on the issues

and options involved? The Library is hosting two local experts on these issues.

We hope you can join us.

Monday, June 4th at 7:00 p.m.

Senior Housing Continuum: What are the differences?

Doug Miller is Executive director of Beverwyck, a not-for-profit, independent

retirement and assisted living community.

Tuesday, June 12th at 7:30 p.m.

The Sandwich Generation: When caring for family leaves you in the middle

Issues, Resources and how-to at home and at work

Diane Cameron, is Director of Community Caregivers, Inc.

Read to a Dog.

Come on in and read to Jane, the Portuguese water dog who loves to listen to stories. Jane is at the Library Wednesday afternoons from 3-4. Reading to Jane is a great way for kids to gain confidence in their reading abilities while having fun. Call 861-7239 to sign up for a 15-minute time slot or just drop in.

Library Notes, 5/17

2007-05-17T15:59:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

Storytime

Do you like to ride your bike? We’ll celebrate bike month with a May story time starring everyone’s favorite form of two-wheeled transportation. From Bears on Wheels to Ducks on a Bike, this storytime will be forward rolling. Join us Wednesday at 10:15 for 2 and 3 year olds and Thursday at 10 for 4 and 5 year olds.m

Book and rummage sale

Thanks to all for their support at the book sale – those who donated books and household items, and those who purchased them. We appreciate your support.

FlickR

Can’t get enough of those pictures from the Library? Want to see color versions of the ones the enterprise prints? The Library has a FlickR account. To check it out, go to altamontfreelibrary.org>pictures and click on the link that says Library Pictures on FlickR. If you really like the library pictures, you can sign up for the RSS feed.

Read to a Dog.

2007-05-10T16:48:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

Storytime

Wiggly, wonderful worms. When’s the last time you paid homage to a helminth. As we dig up our gardens, or check out the sidewalks after a spring rain, these tubular wonders are hard to miss. Rather than step over them or leave them for the robins, we’ll celebrate these inveterate invertebrates at storytime. Join us Wednesday at 10:15 for 2 and 3 year olds and Thursday at 10 for 4 and 5 year olds.

Display case exhibit

Has lady luck smiled down at you recently? Come check out our display case featuring Rob Curtiss’ collection of lucky charms from around the world. Bats from Japan, black cats from England and an Egyptian Scarab should all help boost your fortunes. The display will be available for viewing intil the end of the month.

Book Sale

The Altamont Library’s spring book sale is coming soon. If you have any books you’d like to donate (no encyclopedias or condensed books, please), kindly bring them to the train station Friday, May 11^th between 3:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m, or call the Library to make other arrangements to bring the books to the station. We’re expanding our sale this year to include household items – if you’re not having a garage sale of your own, this is a great way to combine spring-cleaning and helping the Library.

The Big Read

Join the Big Read by picking up your copy of Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God. Copies of the book are available at the Library and are yours to keep. We’ll discuss the book Tuesday, May 15^th at 3:30 p.m.

Kids’ Book Club

Billy and his precious coonhound pups romp relentlessly through the Ozarks, trying to "tree" the elusive raccoon. In time, the inseparable trio wins the coveted gold cup in the annual coon-hunt contest, captures the wily ghost coon, and bravely fights with a mountain lion. When the victory over the mountain lion turns to tragedy, Billy grieves, but learns the beautiful old Native American legend of the sacred red fern that grows over the graves of his dogs. Monday May, 21 4:00 p.m.

Read to a Dog.

Library Joke:

This week’s book in search of a title: Scottish Kilt Patterns. Email your best answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us by Monday at noon.

Library Notes 5/3/2007

2007-05-01T11:29:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

Storytime

May brings Mother’s Day and Mother’s Day is perhaps the quintessential storytime/craft opportunity. Kids: bring your mothers to the Library and we’ll read them Is your Mama a Llama, My Monster Mama Loves Me So, and What Moms Can’t Do. Then we’ll be sure to make them something appropriately sentimental in nature and send them home with our crafts. Join us Wednesday at 10:15 for 2 and 3 year olds and Thursday at 10 for 4 and 5 year olds.

Book Sale

The Big Read

Computer Classes for Adults:

The next series of computer classes for adults will begin Tuesday, May 8^th at 10:30 a.m. This five part series assumes no prior knowledge. Classes are limited to three people and registration is required. Call 861-7239 for more information.

Kids’ Book Club

An adventure-quest with a hip edge: At first glance, Perseus Jackson seems like a loser (readers meet him at a boarding school for troubled youth), but he's really the son of Poseidon and a mortal woman. As he discovers his heritage, he also loses that mother and falls into mortal danger. The gods (still very active in the 21st-century world) are about to go to war over a lost thunderbolt, so Percy and sidekicks Grover (a young satyr) and Annabeth (daughter of Athena) set out to retrieve it. Join us for a discussion of the Lightening Thief, by Rick Riordan, Wednesday, May 30^th at 4:15. Request your copy today.

Read to a Dog.

Library Joke:

This week’s book in search of a title: Scottish Kilt Patterns. Email your best answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us by Monday at noon. Last week’s contest: Exercise on Wheels. Congratulations to Edward Ruxton for his entry: Dr. Spin. The official answer: Cy Kling.

Library Notes 12/07

2006-12-07T13:56:00.001-05:00

Holiday Craft

Need a little inspiration for your holiday decorating? Join Julia Fuentes at the Library and craft a holiday star. Monday, December 18^th at 7 p.m. This program is open to ages 12 and up.

Story Times

This Librarian hopes that food and books and are pretty high on your list of things you wouldn’t live without. We’ll combine the two at story times this week when we read books about things that are yummy. (And while food and books both belong in that category of good things, we don’t recommend merging them completely. Book glue and the human digestive tract don’t mix well.) Toddlers: Wednesdays 10:15-10:45 OR Pre-schoolers: Thursdays 10:00-10:45.

Read to a Dog.

Come on in and read to Jane, the Portuguese Water Dog who loves to listen to stories. Jane is back at the Library Wednesday afternoons from 3-4. Reading to Jane is a great way for kids to gain confidence in their reading abilities while having fun. Call 861-7239 to sign up for a 15-minute time slot or just drop in.

Display Case

December’s display case features Christmas pop-up books by the artist Robert Sabuda from the collection of Margaret Gardam, and a selection of the pop-up books from the Altamont Library’s collection.

Library Joke

This week’s book in search of an author: Dirty Harry is… Email your best answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us before Tuesday at noon. The author to last week’s joke: Where to Put Your Money by Bill Fold .Congratulations to Jonathan Cooper for the best patron entry.

Library Notes 11/30

2006-12-07T13:56:00.000-05:00

Victorian Holidays

Join us at the Train Station on Victorian Holidays as storyteller Nancy Payne weaves holiday tales for listeners of all ages. The train station will be decked with era-appropriate decorations, complete with a Lionel train set going around the Christmas tree. Sunday, December 3^rd at 3:00.

Storytimes

While the Antarctic winds may never howl through Altamont, that doesn’t mean we can’t share in the current penguin craze. Come to Storytime on Wednesday or Thursday and celebrate this popular polar bird. We’ll read stories likeThe Emporer Penguin’s New Clothers and Penguin Pete, Ahoy!, do a penguin shuffle and create a craft to match our dinner-jacketed friend’s elegance. Wednesday, 2-4 year olds 10:15-10:45. Thursday, 3-5 year olds 10:00-10:45. Drop-ins welcome.

Read to a Dog.

Library Joke

This week’s book in search of an author: Where to Put Your Money: Email your best answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us before Tuesday at noon. The author to last week’s joke: The Miracle Drug. Congratulations to Gail Hein for her right-on-the-money answer, Penny Sillen. Honorable mention goes to Linda Masullo for her answer, Justin Thyme.

Library notes 11/22

2006-12-07T13:55:00.000-05:00

Holiday Hours

The Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22^nd and be closed all day on Thanksgiving, the 23^rd. We will be open 10:00-5:00 on Friday, and 9:00-12:00 on Saturday, as per normal.

Library Lights

The lighting of the Library Lights will take place November 26 at 4:00 This annual ceremony honors loved ones with the lighting of lights and a reading of names at the Village Gazebo.

Victorian Holidays

Storytimes

G’iddy up young cowboys and girls. Gallup down to the Library for a rip-roaring roundup of the wild West. From the Armadillo Rodeo to Pecos Bill, we’ll explore the land of the cowherd with stories and activities. Wednesday from 10:15-10:45 for two and three year olds or Monday and/or Thursday from 10:00-10:45 for four and five year olds. Ten-gallon hats optional.

Read to a Dog.

Book Club meetings

Both Kids Book Clubs will meet next week. We will discuss Mr. Popper’s Penguins on Monday, 11/27 at 4:00 and the Conch Bearer Wednesday the 29^th at 4:15. Refreshments will be served. All are welcome.

Library Joke

This week’s book in search of an author: The Miracle Drug. Email your best answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us before Tuesday at noon. The author to last week’s joke: Spies Like Us. S. P. O'Nage. Congratulations to Joe Hein for the best patron answer: Hugh Tu.

Library Notes 11/16/06

2006-11-16T13:17:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Holiday Hours

The Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22^nd and be closed all day on Thanksgiving, the 23^rd. We will be open 10-5 on Friday, as per normal.

Library Notes on-line.

After a period of neglect, Library Notes are returning to their online home after two readers noted their absence last week. To read the column online, go to the Library’s homepage at altamontfreelibrary.org and click on the clink that says What’s Doing at the Library.

Bake Sale

Thank you to all who cooked for and bought from the Library bake sale on Election Day. It was a great success.

Story Time

Gooble, Gooble. Come one, come all to the Library to wiggle your wattle over stories and crafts about Thanksgiving. Toddler Storytime is Wednesday, from 10:15 to 10:45. Pre-school storytime will be Monday from 10-10:45.

Read to a Dog.

Library Joke

This week’s book in search of an author: Spies Like Us. Email your best answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us before Tuesday at noon. The author to last week’s book: A Compendium of Useless Tidbits by S. O. Terrick.

Library Notes 8.17

2006-08-22T15:57:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Peace and Quiet

By the time you read this, the summer reading club will be over and done with. Come to the Library and enjoy a little (relative) peace and quiet.

Reading Club Certificates

Did you (or one of your offspring) keep a reading record this summer? Come on in and pick it and your reading certificate up at the Library.

Fly Fishing Rods

In addition to our regular lending collection of reel fishing rods, the Library now haw two fly fishing poles. If you’d like to bring out your inner Norman Maclean, come down to the Library and borrow one. Thanks to Jim Matejka for the donation.

The Little Engine that Could

The Altamont Library will participate in Read for the Record on August 24^th at 2 p.m. We’ll be joining thousands of others as we show support for early learning, engage in the very practice that helps young children thrive, and, hopefully set a world record for the largest number of people reading a book in one. Join us for this special reading of The Little Engine that Could.

Library Joke

The Library Joke has been in receipt of comments that this summer’s pirate themed jokes are insufficiently literary in nature. Here’s an attempt to remedy the transgression: Which ancient Greek lyric poet do pirates like the best? Email your answers to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke: What do you call a pirate that skips class? Captain Hooky!

Library Notes 8.10

2006-08-22T15:56:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Summer Reading club is drawing to a close – be sure to come to the Library and fill in those reading logs by August 15th.

End of Summer Reading Party!

Join us Thursday, August 17^th at 1:30 p.m. in the Village Community Room. J Ernie McHale, magician and balloonist extraordinaire will give a “treasure-filled” show. Fill in those reading charts and stay tuned!

Book Club

Join us for a discussion of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing. Peter, because he's the oldest, must deal with his brother Fudgie's disgusting cuteness, his constant meddling with Peter's stuff, and other grave offenses, one of which is almost too much to bear. All these incidents are presented with the unfailing ear and big-hearted humor of the masterful Judy Blume. Monday, August 28^th at 4 p.m. Request your copy at the Library today.

Board Openings

Library Trustees are taking resumes and letters of interest from people in our service area (Guilderland Center, the Altamont area and the Knox area) to serve on the Board of Trustees. This is a three-year term of service with the opportunity to serve a second three-year term if so desired. We encourage anyone who is interested in the future of the library and has the time and commitment to its vision and mission to apply.

Pirate Craft

On this last day of salty crafts, we’ll read The Treasure Hunt by Bill Cosby and have our own Library show and tell of treasures. All elementary school students are welcome. Wednesday at 2.

Story Time

The Library is going to the dogs – join Old Mother Hubbard at the Library for a story time session sure to be visited by Spot and BINGO. We’ll read of canine capers, assemble a craft almost as cute as that doggy in the window and try to avoid sending folks barking up the wrong tree. Wednesday at 2 p.m.

Caterpillars

Come check out our very own Very Hungry Caterpillar! Matilda the monarch is metamorphisizing on the circulation desk as you read this.

Library Joke:

What do you call a pirate that skips class? Email your answers to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke: What has 8 arms and 8 legs? Eight pirates!

Library Notes 8/3

2006-08-04T15:39:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

Our library has just received a gift of 100 new children's books, ranging from pre-kindergarten through early readers. These books were a donation from the Brownstone Books Fund, a private foundation in New York City, interested in fostering early reading, a love of books and encouraging parents and children to read together.

Book Club

The fourth grade and up book club will discuss The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle. In this Historical fiction/ adventure yarn, a 12 year old, on a long, grueling journey from England to Rhode Island in 1802, changes from a prim and proper girl to a swashbuckling mate of a mutinous crew and is accused of murder by the captain. We’ll meet to talk about this book Tuesday August 29th at 4 p.m. Ask the Library for your copy today…

Pirate Craft

Have you accumulated lots of loot over the summer? Do you need a case to store it? Clearly, you are in need of a treasure chest. Charge down to the Library to assemble a treasure chest of your own (you can use it to store all your summer reading prizes). Come on in Wednesday, August 9^th at 2 p.m. This drop in program is for kids in elementary school.

Storytime

Running simultaneously with the Pirate Craft, a less motor-skills intensive story time will feature the perennial favorite topic of dinosaurs. Children under 5 are welcome. Wednesday at 2 p.m.

Save the Date

The end-of-summer reading party will be Thursday, August 17^th at 1:30 p.m. J Ernie McHale, magician and balloonist extraordinaire will give a “treasure-filled” show. The location will be either Orsini Park or the Village Community Room. Fill in those reading charts and stay tuned!

Pirate Joke

What has 8 arms and 8 legs? Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke:

What's really a pirate's favorite letter? P! Because it's an R, but it's missing a leg! ...

Library Notes 7.27

2006-08-01T16:24:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Pirate Crafts

What is a pirate without his ship? Come build your selves a pirate craft at the Library. Come on in Wednesday, August ^2nd at 2 p.m. This drop in program is for kids in elementary school.

Toddlers Storytime

For those who haven’t yet developed their sea legs, this toddler story time will feature stories about boats that require no actual nautical abilities. Join us for simple stories songs and a craft to take home. Wednesday, August ^2nd at 2 p.m. This drop in program is for two and three year olds.

Book Club

Despereaux is a mouse who reads stories about knights, loves music, falls in love with a princess, and is sentenced to death for communicating with humans. A charming story of unlikely heroes whose destinies entwine to bring about a joyful resolution. We’ll discuss this charming story Monday the 31^st at 4:15.

Summer Reading Joke

What’s a Pirate’s favorite letter? (Hint – it’s not “R”) Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke: Which king felt like a fraction of his former self? Henry the Eight!

Library notes 7/13

2006-07-18T18:02:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Toddler Storytime

Join us Wednesday afternoon at 2 for a Toddler Story time celebrating all things porcine. We’ll listen to simple stories, make a piggy craft and have one toe go to market, one stay home, one have roast beef… The program is geared to two and three year olds but attention spans of all lengths are welcome.

Royal Crafters

Calling all treasure seekers! Join us Wednesday at 2 for a pirate filled session that will set us on course to create our own treasure map. This program is for elementary school students. Younger siblings are welcome to hang out at the concurrent story time.

Pre-School Story time

Monday at 10 join us for story time, just like all year long. This week’s topic of consideration will be rodents and all their cute and creepy ways.

Summer Reading Club

It’s not too late to join the Summer Reading Club. Stop by the Library any time and we’ll set you up with this program that rewards all the reading we know you kids are doing anyway.

Adult Computer Classes

Our next five part series of computer classes for adults will commence Thursday July 27^th and continue on Thursdays at 10:30. Each of the five classes covers a topic ranging from the internet to email to word processing. No prior experience is assumed. Registration is required as class size is limited. Call the Library at 861-7239.

Powerpoint Class

Want to learn this presentation software? The Library will hold a class for those new to this Microsoft product Tuesday, the 18^th at 2 p.m. Registration is required. Call 861-7239.

Map Making

Join us Tuesday Morning at 10:30 for adventures in cartography as begin to draw our not-quite-lifesize map of the world.

Library Joke

When does a prince get very wet? Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke: What's a pirate's favorite kind of socks? Arrrgyle!

Library Notes 6/22/06

2006-06-27T17:15:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Reading Club Registration

Registration for the Summer Reading starts Monday, June 26^th. Come in to fill in your reading chart and get ready for a summer of fun.

Book Clubs

Both kids’ book clubs meet this coming week. Come in on Monday at 4 to discuss How to Eat Fried Worms and on Tuesday at 4:15 for Julie of the Wolves.

Storytime

In storytime this week, we’ll be seeking respite from the summer heat with a visit to our Antartic friends, the penguins. Join us Monday or Wednesday at 10. (n.b. this will be the last twice weekly storytime before we switch to a summer schedule of once weekly storytimes Mondays at 10 for 4-6⁺ year olds.)

Toddler Storytime

Row, Row, Row your boats to the Library for toddler story time Tuesday at 10:30. Join us for ½ an hour of stories, song and silliness. Starting in July, this program will switch to 2:00.

Chicken BBQ

Thanks to everyone who came out for our chicken BBQ on the 16^th. We really appreciate the support of the community.

Map of the World

Calling all geography fans. Do you know where Djibouti is? You will after you help the Library make a huge world map. This summer project is for kids who have patience for detailed painting (no particular artistic ability required) and an interest in Geography. We’ll meet Tuesdays at 10:30 through out the summer. Call the Library at 861-7239 for more information.

Summer Reading Joke:

When is a piece of wood like a king? Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner! And the answer to last week’s joke: How much do pirates pay for their earrings? A buccaneer!

Library Notes 5/15

2006-06-20T16:57:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

Judith Wines

Preschool story time

Do you see Sally sharing stories by the seashore? While Altamont may be a long shot from the coast, we’ll be transported by tales of the coast during pre-school story time. Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Toddler Story time

Do you know a toddler with an attention span that makes getting through a full verse of head and shoulder knees and toes all but impossible? Bring them to toddler storytime, where we do stuff in short doses. Tuesdays at 10:15.

Literally Speaking

Come by the Library to pick up the latest edition of Literally Speaking, our quarterly newsletter, hot off the Library’s photocopier. The summer edition includes all the steamy details about our Summer Reading Program, Books: A Treasure.

Chicken BBQ
The chicken Barbeque is Friday, June 16^th The last day for advance sales is Thursday the 15th . $7.50 will get you half a chicken with fixings (baked potato, cole slaw, biscuit, brownie and drink) and $5.50 buys you a quarter chicken with fixings. What a deal! Day-of BBQ sales will run you a dollar more per meal. Meals may be taken out or you can picnic in the park with the melodic accompaniment of Traditional Strings.

Library Joke

In anticipation of our summer reading program, which will be filled with pirates and kings and, because, I, dear reader, am running out of library jokes, the jokes will take a turn toward the royal and piratey. Drum roll, please: How much do pirates pay for their earrings? Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…

Why is that library book you're trying to find always in the last place you look? Because when you find it you stop looking.

Library Notes 6/8

2006-06-13T16:33:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Painting Donated

The Library is the recipient of an art donation by Laura Provo-Parker. The oil on canvas painting, completed in 2002, portrays St. Rose’s Brubacher Courtyard. The painting is an abstraction of the view from the artist’s graduate studio, painted as if you just caught a glimpse of it. Provo-Parker noted the abstraction is indicative of the way we often look, seeing only a part of the whole. Painted with palette knives, which results in an impasto surface, the painting is almost three dimensional, causing the viewer to want to reach out and touch it (we’re sorry, you’ll have to resist the temptation). Come check out this colorful addition to the Library’s collection.

Chicken BBQ
Chicken Little must think the sky is falling. Advanced sales for the annual chicken barbeque on June 16th run at the library between June 9^th and15th. $7.50 will get you half a chicken with fixings (baked potato, cole slaw, biscuit, brownie and drink) and $5.50 buys you a quarter chicken with fixings. What a deal! Day-of bbq sales will run you a dollar more per meal.

Pre-school Storytime

Something funny happened on the way to the Library. Join us Monday and Wednesday at 10. for picture books that will make you laugh

Toddler Storytime

Are you wound tight as a jack-in-the box? Seek relief Tuesday mornings at 10:15 when we go round and round the mulberry bush, read simple stories and create a craft to bring home with us. This informal program runs about half an hour.

Computer Classes for Adults.

Our next five part series of computer classes for adults will commence Thursday June 22ndand continue on Thursdays at 10:30. Each of the five classes covers a topic ranging from the internet to email to word processing. No prior experience is assumed. Registration is required as class size is limited. Call the Library at 861-7239.

Kids’ Book Cubs

How to Eat Fried Worms has happily repulsed children since its original publication in 1973. Billy must eat 15 worms in 15 days--but the reward will be worth it: $50 for a shiny new minibike. Luckily, Billy's friends cook up these fat juicy grubs in a variety of appetizing ways--drenched in ketchup and mustard, fried in butter and cornmeal. Read the book before the movie comes out in August and come to our book discussion on Monday, June 26^th at 4 p.m.

Library Joke

Why is that library book you're trying to find always in the last place you look? Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke: Why did the computer sneeze? It had a virus!

Library Notes 6/1

2006-06-01T17:36:00.000-04:00

Kids book Club

While running away from home and an unwanted marriage, a thirteen-year-old Eskimo girl becomes lost on the North Slope of Alaska and is befriended by a wolf pack. During her long and arduous journey, Miyax comes to appreciate the value of her Eskimo heritage, learns about herself, and wins the friendship of a pack of wolves. Join us Tuesday, June 27^th at 4 p.m. for a discussion of Julie of the Wolves.. Request your copy at the Library today. Recommended for grades four and up.

Author! Author!

Join us Wednesday June 7^th at 7:30 for a talk by local writer Raymond Blanchard. Mr. Blanchard will discuss his new book, Unforeseen, and take questions about the authorial process.

Preschool story time

Join us Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m. for a hopping good time. We’ll read books about frogs and other creatures of both sea and land.

Toddler Story time

Join us for this informal program. We meet for about half an hour Tuesdays at 10:15 for simple stories, songs and crafts. Children and their caregivers are welcome to stay afterwards to socialize.

Library Joke

Why did the computer sneeze? Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke: What does the chicken say at the Library circulation desk? Bok, bok, bok, book.

Library Notes 5.25

2006-05-24T15:49:00.000-04:00

Holiday Hours

The Library will be closed Monday, May 29^th in observance of Memorial Day. Stock up on books in advance.

Pre-School Story time

Fiesta! Join us Wednesday at 10 for a south-of-the-border celebration at the Altamont Library. We’ll read stories that explain why the coyote howls at the moon and a folktale about a cuckoo. A party without dancing isn’t a party at all so we’ll make some maracas, throw in a cd and dance to La Raspa.

Toddler Story Time

Whether your two-three year old is jumpy like a frog or a toddles like a turtle, bring him (or her) to our toddler story time on the aforementioned amphibians and reptiles. We meet for about half an hour Tuesdays at 10:15 for simple stories, songs and a crafts.

Whipping Boy Discussion

Our second and third grade book club will meet at 4 p.m. Tuesday May 30^th for a discussion of The Whipping Boy, by Sid Fleishman. All are welcome.

Successful book and bake sale

Thank you to all who contributed to and patronized our sale at the Altamont Yard Sale. We appreciate your support.

Library Joke

What does the chicken say at the Library circulation desk?

Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…

The answer to last week’s joke:

Why did Dr. Jekyll cross the road in front of the library? To get to the other Hyde!

Library Notes 5/4

2006-05-04T15:46:00.000-04:00

Nature Program

Native Plants – Are they really what’s in your back yard? Join Laurel Tormey Cole at the Altamont Library. The presentation will include topics such as terms to use, how to understand botanical names, and where to obtain native plants. This will be followed by a quick slide presentation of some native perennials and shrubs, and a q & a session. Wednesday, May 10^th at 7 p.m.

Pre-School Story time

Does your heart go pitter-patter at the prospect of the manufacture of cutesy crafts for Mothers Day? Come to story time at the Altamont Library on Monday or Wednesday at 10 a.m. for maternal stories and craft assembly.

Kids’ Book Club

Join us May 23^rd at 4:15 p.m. as we discuss The Giver, by Lois Lowry. In this futuristic novel, Jonas becomes the receiver of memories, and as such, discovers the terrible truth about the society in which he lives. Request your copy at the Library.

Toddler Story Time

Hi-ho, the derry-o, the toddlers are at the library. Join us Tuesday at 10:15 as we sing songs, learn rhymes and finger plays, read stories and work on a craft. This informal program runs for about half an hour.

Display Case

Come check out the May display case - Alex Brecht’s Dinosaurs are marauding across both levels of the case.

Library Joke

Why did Dr. Jekyll cross the road in front of the library? Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…The answer to last week’s joke:What did the spider do inside the library computer? To spin a Web Page.

Lib Notes 4.27

2006-04-27T16:01:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Riverway Storytelling Festival

Join us at the Library for the kickoff of the Riverway Storytelling Festival, a regional event celebrating all forms of stories. Storytellers Fran Combs Berger and Kent Busman will be at the Altamont Library to regale us with stories for families on the theme Spring has Sprung. Join us for this exciting free event Monday May 1^st at 7 p.m. Questions? Call 861-7239.

Pre-School Story time

May Day is upon us at the Altamont Free Library. We’ll celebrate at story time with a festive (but not quite bacchanalian) celebration involving flowers, spring stories, and, perhaps, some dancing around the Maypole. Monday at 10 a.m.

Toddler Story Time

Toddler story time has moved up in the world – by a whole 15 minutes. We will now be starting at 10:15 in order to help folks get home in time to help kindergarteners on and off the bus. Join us Tuesday as we sing songs, learn rhymes and finger plays, read stories and work on a craft. This informal program runs for about ½ an hour.

Display Case

Looking for a gas efficient way to enjoy some sporty cars? Come check out the collection of matchbox cars gracing out display case until the end of the month. Jared Capuano’s collection ranges from race cars that could grace the track at Lime Rock park to ladder trucks to bulldozers. Come check it out before they speed off!

Kids’ Book Club

Our 2-4^th grade book club selection for the month of May is The Whipping Boy by Sid Fleishman. Join us Wednesday May 22^nd at 4 p.m. as we discuss this adventure which stars Jemmy, an orphan who is kept at the royal palace to be thrashed whenever the royal heir, Price Brat, misbehaves. Call the Library today to request your copy - 861-7239.

Library Joke

What did the spider do inside the library computer?

Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…

The answer to last week’s joke:

Why does the dragon keep turning around in a circle? He wants to read a long tale.

Library Notes 4.20

2006-04-20T14:42:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Pre-School Storytime

Don’t have a cow, man – get to the Library to listen to stories about bovine beauties instead. Join us, Old McDonaled and Belinda the cow for a session of stories and crafts that will leave you cowed. Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Riverway Storytelling Festival

Join us at the Library for the kickoff of the Riverway Storytelling festival, a regional event celebrating all forms of stories. Storytellers Fran Combs Berger and Kent Busman will be at the Altamont Library to regale us with stories for families on the theme Spring has Sprung. Join us for this exciting free event Monday May 1^st at 7 p.m. Questions? Call 861-7239

Toddler Story time

Do you feel as if you might all fall down? Seek relief Tuesday mornings at 10:30 when we Ring around the Rosey, read simple stories and create a craft to bring home with us. This informal program runs about half an hour.

Chickens

The eggs are in the incubator! Come check out our collection of chickens-to-be (we hope). The eggs are due to hatch on May 8^th- come in anytime between now and then to check on their progress. If you come in at the right time, you can exercise your internal mother hen, as we are always glad for help in egg turning.

Computer Classes for Adults

Our next five part series of computer classes for adults will commence Thursday April 27^thand continue on Thursdays at 10:30. Each of the five classes covers a topic ranging from the internet to email to word processing. No prior experience is assumed. Registration is required as class size is limited. Call the Library at 861-7239.

Library Joke

Why does the dragon keep turning around in a circle?

Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us. Something cool to the winner…

The answer to last week’s joke:

How do you make a Library float? Get a million gallons of root beer, two scoops of ice cream, and add one library!

Lib Notes 4.13.06

2006-04-13T14:37:00.000-04:00

Pre-School Story Time.

The Altamont Free Library encourages its patrons to flap their wings and fly. Come to the Library for stories such as The Big Fat Worm, Have you seen my Duckling, and Round Robin as we swap our mundane perspective for birds’ eye view of the world. We may even outfit ourselves with wings and soar. Older siblings on holiday are welcome!

Toddler Story Time

Has it been too long since you and your toddler did the hokey-pokey? Then come to the Altamont Free Library and shake it all about. We’ll read a few short stories, sing some songs and turn ourselves about. This ½ hour program runs Tuesdays at 10:30.

Book Sale

Have you started your spring-cleaning? In anticipation of our upcoming book sale (May 13^th), the Altamont Free Library is soliciting donations for our spring book sale. Unfortunately, we cannot accept donations of text books, condensed books or books that are musty. If you have a large amount of books to bring in, please call ahead (861-7239). We appreciate the support of our community.

Computer Classes for Adults

Library Joke

How do you make a library float?

Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us .Something cool to the winner…

The answer to last week’s joke:

What does a librarian eat dinner from? A book plate!

Library Notes 4/6

2006-04-11T15:45:00.000-04:00

Library Notes

Pre-School Story Time

Soggy boots, snoring old men, itsy bitsy spiders and a rainbow at the end all tell us that it’s April and this week’s story time will be all about rain. Venture out through the puddles and gray clouds to join us Monday or Wednesday at 10 for stories, rhymes and a craft.

Toddler Story Time

Toddlers and their care givers are invited to join us Tuesdays at 10:30 for an informal session of nursery rhymes, finger plays, songs and stories. We run about half an hour and always leave time for play at the end. Questions? Call 861-7239.

Computer Classes for Adults

Kids’ Book Club

Our ten and up book club will meet Tuesday April 24^th at 4:15 to discuss the final installment in the His Dark Materials trilogy. In The Amber Spyglass, Phillip Pullman involves his courageous young characters in wars in which angels clash. Theological ideas are turned upside down as the author’s imagination takes readers into fresh suppositions about the nature of love, friendship, religion and death. (The Amber Spyglass is the first children’s book to have won the Whitbread Book of the Year Award. Curious adults are welcome to join us.) Call the Library to request your copy today.

Library Joke

What does a librarian eat dinner from?

Email answers to winesj@mail.uhls.lib.ny.us .Something cool to the winner…

The answer to last week’s joke:

What does a library book wear whenever it leaves the building?

Its pager.

Lib Notes 3.29

2006-03-30T13:09:00.000-05:00

Pre-School Story time

As wonderful and indispensable as books are, forced to make the choice between food and books, many of us would go for the former. Fortunately, we live in a kinder, gentler world in which no such choices are necessary. To celebrate, preschool story time will celebrate with books on the theme yummy in my tummy. Join us for mouth-wateringly good stories and a delectable craft Monday or Wednesday at 10:00.

Toddler Story Time

Join us at 10:30 on Tuesday for an informal story time created with two and three year olds in mind. We’ll learn Itsy Bitsy Spider, read some spider books, work on a craft and have lots of time for socializing.

A Visit to Altamont in the Early 1900s

Tonight, travel back in time to another incarnation of Altamont. Tim Albright will present a slideshow and talk about the village during the heyday of the Delaware and Hudson Railroad. This program is co-sponsored by Altamont Community Traditions. Thursday March 30^th at 7:30 in the Village Hall Community Room.

Kids’ Book Club

Our elementary school book club will discuss The Unbreakable Code, by Sara Hunter on Monday April 24^th at 4 p.m. This book explores the role of the Navajo language in World War II. A young boy is nervous to leave the reservation but his grandfather’s stories about the role of the language in the victory in the war give him confidence to leave home. Request your copy at the Library today.

Library Joke

What does a library book wear whenever it leaves the building?

Something cool to the winner…

And the answer to last week’s joke…

Who writes invisible books?

Ghost Writers

Lib Notes 3.23

2006-03-23T18:25:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

Pre-School Story time

Peter, Peter pumpkin-eater; Had a wife and couldn't keep her; Put her in a pumpkin shell; And there he kept her very well. This week we will explore bits of the sillier side of the pre-school oeuvre. (And we will refrain from looking for deeper meanings) Join us for some silly songs, funny stories and a sticky, silly craft. Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Toddler Story Time

Join us at 10:30 for an informal story time created with two and three year olds in mind. We’ll read a couple stories, learn some songs and rhymes and leave time afterwards for running about.

A Visit to Altamont in the Early 1900s

Travel back in time to another incarnation of Altamont. Tim Albright will present a slideshow and talk about the village during the heyday of the Delaware and Hudson Railroad. This program is co-sponsored by Altamont Community Traditions. Thursday March 30^th at 7:30 in the Village Hall Community Room.

Library Joke

Who writes invisible books?

Something cool to the winner…

And the answer to last week’s joke…

Why did the bird fly into the Library?

It was looking for bookworms!

Library Notes 3.16

2006-03-21T14:25:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Pre-School Story Time

Pre-school story time will utilize the power of positive thinking and welcome spring with stories about the sun. Come in and we’ll discuss who gets the sun up in the morning and where the sun goes at night. We’ll also manufacture sun visors in anticipation of all the glaringly hot day soon to hit us. Monday or Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Toddler Story Time

Join us Tuesday at 10:30 for a highly informal toddler story (half) hour. We’ll tell tales, sing songs and break out the crayons. This program is geared toward kids aged approximately 20-44 months, or for anyone who would prefer a less structured story time.

Newsletters

The spring edition of our quarterly newsletter, Literally Speaking, has hit the press (or at least the warm bowels of our photocopying machine) and is available at the Library for your reading pleasure.

Library Joke

Why did the

What does Hagrid use on the 18th hole of the Hogwarts Golf Course?

Library Notes 3/9

2006-03-08T13:19:00.000-05:00

Pre-school Story Times

Leaping leprechauns at the Library. Aside from providing ample opportunity for tongue twisting, St. Patrick’s day allows us to have a pre-school story time featuring pots of gold, little green men and one really big potato. Join us Monday or Wednesday at 10 a.m. for stories and a Saint Patty’s day craft.

Toddler Story Time

Join us Tuesday at 10:30 for a highly informal toddler story (half) hour. We’ll tell tales, sing songs and break out the crayons. This program is geared toward kids aged approximately 20-44 months, or for anyone who would prefer a less structured story time.

Kids’ Book Discussion

The March selection for the grades 4 and up kids’ book club will be Phillip Pullman’s The Subtle Knife. This sequel to The Golden Compass, a fierce, solemn, inventive fantasy that draws on such unlikely sources as Milton and particle physics is the second book in the trilogy His Dark Materials. The Subtle Knife moves back and forth between our world and another and will appeal to adventure and fantasy fans of all ages. We’ll discuss the book Tuesday March 28^th at 4:15. Order your copy today.

Read to a Dog

Should the urge to read to a dog suddenly arise; make haste to the Altamont Library Tuesday afternoons between 3:30 and 4:30. Call 861-7239 for a reservation or just drop in. This program is designed to boost the confidence of early readers but is fun for any fan of dogs and books.

Library Joke

What does Hagrid use on the 18th hole of the Hogwarts Golf Course?
Something cool to the best answer! Email: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us.

Answer to last week’s Joke: What kind of music does the computer dance to? Disc-o!

Library Notes 3/3

2006-03-06T11:31:00.000-05:00

Pre-School Story Time

Preschool story time is on the road again with stories about bikes, buses and cars. Don’t be left in the dust as the wheels on the bus go round and round Monday and Wednesday at 10 a.m.

Toddler Story Time

Join us Tuesday at 10:30 for a highly informal toddler story (half) hour. We’ll tell tales, sing songs and break out the crayons. This program is geared toward kids aged approximately 20-44 months, or for anyone who would prefer a less structured story time.

Kids’ Book Discussion

The March selection for the kids’ book club will be Dick King-Smith’s Three Terrible Trins. In this short novel by the author of Babe: The Gallant Pig, three mice brothers, ignoring the class system separating the four clans of rodents, befriend a lower class mouse a form a team to fight the cats. We’ll meet Monday March 27^th at 4 pm to discuss this book, which is recommended for grades 2-4. Call the Library today to request your copy.

Read to a Dog

Should the urge to read to a dog suddenly arise, make haste to the Altamont Library Tuesday afternoons between 3:30 and 4:30. Call 861-7239 for a reservation or just drop in. This program is designed to boost the confidence of early readers but is fun for any fan of dogs and books.

Library Joke

This week’s Library Joke: What kind of music does the computer dance to? Something cool to the best answer! Email: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us. The answer to last week’s joke…What part of a computer does an astronaut like best? The Space Bar!

Library Notes 2/23

2006-02-28T11:37:00.000-05:00

Pre-School Story time

Next week in pre-school story time, we’ll tremble at the Tyrannosaurus and cheer on the Corythosaurus. Join us as we travel back in time to when dinosaurs ruled the earth as we read The Trouble with Tyrannosaurus Rex and If the Dinosaurs came back. Monday and Wednesday mornings at 10.

Community Supported Agriculture Presentation

Sara and Raymond Luhrman, operators of an organic CSA farm will lead a discussion accompanied by a slideshow that contrasts the economic, social and environmental costs of Agribusiness with the alternatives offered by CSA. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer session. Monday February 27that 6:30 PM.

Kids’ Book Clubs

Join us Monday, the 27^th at 4 for our discussion of Frindle, the tale of a fifth grade word smith, and on Tuesday the 28^th at the same time to talk about The Golden Compass, the first part of Phillip Pullman’s fantasy/adventure series, His Dark Materials. Questions, call 861-7239.

New Books

In the latest account of the search for the Holy Grail, Kate Mosse creates two female protagonists, one from the present century, one from the thirteenth, and shows how their lives intersect across 800 years. Labyrinth takes the male world of the historical-religious-quest genre and adds a twist that won’t disappoint fans of the genre.

James Patterson has a new courtroom/hospital thriller out. 5^th Horseman will pull you toward the apocalypse with its page turning plot, (there are 139 chapters) as the Women’s Murder Club investigate suspicious deaths at the hospital.

Library Joke

This week’s Library Joke:

What part of a computer does an astronaut like best?

Something cool to the best answer! Email: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

What year did the Superman comic book first appear?

1938

Library Notes 2/16

2006-02-17T11:51:00.000-05:00

Library Closed

The Library will be closed on Washington’s Birthday, February 20^th. (A bit of holiday trivia – the observance of Washington’s Birthday on the 3^rd Monday in February means that the holiday will never fall on Washington’s actual Birthday (February 11^th under the Julian Calendar or after the British switch to the Gregorian calendar in 1752, on February 22^nd) as the third Monday of the month always falls between the 16^th and the 21^st.

Pre-School Story time

Story time next week is a Wednesday only, one-shot deal. We’ll be talking about collecting and trying our hand at crafting a collection of our own.

Community Supported Agriculture Presentation

Sara and Raymond Luhrman, operators of an organic CSA farm will lead a discussion accompanied by a slideshow that contrasts the economic, social and environmental costs of Agribusiness with the alternatives offered by CSA. The presentation will be followed by a question and answer session.

New Books

These just in – shipment of juvenile non-fiction books. Come to the Library and satisfy your craving for knowledge on subjects from the drawing of Dinosaurs to the creation of Wallace and Gromit to the inner workings of the automobile engine. Kid’s non-fiction is great for the 12 and unders for whom it was designed but is also perfect for a fun, casual introduction to any subject for adults. Looking for a non-intimidating introduction to rocket science? Juvenile non-fiction is the place to start.

Program Ideas?

We at the Library are starting to think about our spring schedule. If there are any topics you’d like to see addressed, any skills you’d like to learn or any flights of fancy you’d like to take, drop by the Library and let us know. (If there are any classes you’d like to lead, the above is doubly encouraged.)

Library Notes 2/9

2006-02-10T13:43:00.000-05:00

Share Your Love of the Library

Bring a friend to the Altamont Library on February 14^th and the two of you will receive a sweet treat. We’ll also be photographing friends who share their love of books and posting them in a display at the Library.

Pre-School Story Time

Come and hang with the opossums at the Library during our pre-school story time on marsupials. We’ll talk about kangaroos, wombats, koalas and more. Caregivers and pre-school children, whether conveyed by pouch or more conventional means, are welcome Monday at Wednesday at 10:00. Call 861-7239 for more information.

Kids Book Club

The Golden Compass, by Phillip Pullman, is the next selection in the fourth grade and up Kids’ Book Club. Join us as we discuss this first book in the His Dark Materials trilogy. Pullman’s work is the sort of fiction that works just as well for adults (it’s a sort of rewriting of Paradise Lost) as for kids (it’s an action/fantasy book with a child protagonist). Readers of all ages are welcome Tuesday, February 28th at 4 p.m. Request your copy at the Library today.

Bionicles Display

Stop by the Library to check out our display of Bionicles, by Zach Bemis. These fearsome Lego creatures are standing in formation in our display case, complete with a narrative summary. (Children of the ‘80s should cue a mental image of Transformers.) They’ll be here through the month of February.

Ongoing Events

Don’t forget, every Tuesday is Read to A Dog – call the Library to make an appointment or just drop in between 3:30 and 4:30. Computer Classes for Adults have been filling up well in advance. The Library is now accepting reservations for March classes. There is no fee for this 5 part introductory series. Call the Library at 861-7239 for more information or to sign up.

Library Quiz:

What year did the Superman comic book first appear?

Submit your answer to: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us. Ice Cream Cone for the right answer!

Last Week’s Library Joke:

What did the first math book say to the second math book?

I don’t want to hear about your problems – I’ve got enough of my own.

2006-02-06T13:42:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Pre-School Story Time

Are you concerned that Valentine’s Day has run amuck in a wave of commercialism? We have the antidote right here at the Altamont Library! You and your preschoolers can celebrate sentimentally with seasonal classics such as The Owl and the Pussycat and Arthur’s Valentine without worrying about perpetuating the flowers-and-chocolate industrial complex. We will also participate in the manufacture of valentines.

Kids Book Club

Next installment in the 2nd-4th grade kids’ book club is Frindle. What’s a frindle, a reasonable reader might wonder. Join us Monday February 27th at 4 PM for a discussion of this imaginative tale about creative thought and the power of words and find out. Sign up at the Library this week and we’ll request a copy of the book for you.

Senior’s Lunch

Do you like books with your lunch? While the Library does not officially promote reading under your lunch (think dribbles of tomato soup and grilled cheese sandwich crumbs among the pages of our fine volumes) we will be making a visit to the Senior Center at St. Lucy’s on Tuesday February 7th for lunch. Whether you are a regular lunch attendee or a sporadic snacker, join us as we explore what the Library has to offer the AARP eligible segment of the population and learn about a few authors who you may not have normally contemplated exploring.

Ongoing Events

Library Joke

What did the first math book say to the second math book? Email your submission to:

winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Free ice cream cone to the winner!

The Answer to Last Week’s Quiz question

In the 1938 novel Lassie Come Home, which country was Lassie's home? England (Peter O'Toole plays the rich Duke of Rudling who buys Lassie)

Library Notes 1/26

2006-01-31T10:34:00.002-05:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Bookmarks

Ever been at a loss as to what to read next? Come to the Library and check out Bookmarks, the latest addition to our magazine collection.

Bookmarks is a reader’s advisory magazine that includes everything from reviews of new books to recommendations across a genre (this month’s edition covers the best of historical fiction), author profiles and suggestions for book groups.

Pre-School Story Time

Are you hip enough for story time? We’ll be featuring hippopotami at the Library at pre-school story time. Lumber on down stairs for tales about hippos. The hippopotamus kills more people in Africa than any other animal, but we’ll see the species’ softer side as we meet James Marshall’s characters George and Martha and create hippos of our own.

Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00.

Read to a Dog!

Do you know any reluctant readers? Reading to a dog is a great way to get a kid who is less than thrilled about reading more excited about books. (It’s also a lot of fun for confident readers too...) Jane, a hypoallergenic therapy dog visits the Library every Tuesday between 3:30 and 4. For more information, call 861-7239.

Library Quiz

In the 1938 novel Lassie Come Home, which country was Lassie's home?

Email your submission to: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Free ice cream cone to the winner!

The Answer to Last Week’s Quiz question

Why does the ghost come back to the library every day for more books?

Because she went through them so quickly

Library Notes 2/26

2006-01-31T10:34:00.001-05:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Bookmarks

Ever been at a loss as to what to read next? Come to the Library and check out Bookmarks, the latest addition to our magazine collection.

Pre-School Story Time

Mondays and Wednesdays at 10:00.

Read to a Dog!

Library Quiz

In the 1938 novel Lassie Come Home, which country was Lassie's home?

Email your submission to: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Free ice cream cone to the winner!

The Answer to Last Week’s Quiz question

Why does the ghost come back to the library every day for more books?

Because she went through them so quickly

Library Notes 1/19

2006-01-18T14:43:00.000-05:00

Pre-School Story time

In a story time fit for a king, we’ll be dishing out stories about royals, making queenly crafts and have fun on a palatial scale in the Children’s Section of the Library. Monday and Wednesday at 10AM. No registration required.

Scrap booking

There are two slots left in the four week scrap booking class starting February 1st. Scrapbooks are an awesome way to collect memories and make great gifts. The class meets Wednesdays at 6:30. Materials will be discussed at the first class.

Computer Classes for Adults

The Library is now accepting registration for the next round of Computer Classes. This five part series, which assumes no prior experience, covers basic computer operation, word processing, the Internet, email, and online safety tips. Sign up for all or some of the classes. Call the Library at 861-7239 for more information or to register for classes.

Shark Attack!

OK, so perhaps Library Notes is guilty of engaging in Yellow Journalism, but we have acquired a Rainbow Shark, and while there is no recorded loss of pinkies, Mr. Shark is a lot of fun to watch as he prowls the tank.

Library Joke

Following a brief hiatus (and, from here on out, to be interspersed with Quiz questions), Library Joke is back.

Why does the ghost come back to the library every day for more books?

Email your submission to:

HYPERLINK "mailto:winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us"

winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Free ice cream cone to the winner

The Answer to Last Week’s Quiz question

The name "Winnie-the-Pooh" is derived from which North American city?

Winnipeg

Library Notes 1/12

2006-01-13T16:11:00.000-05:00

Holiday Hours

The Library will be closed Monday, January 16^th in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Hannah’s Collection

Do you collect anything? Hannah does. The heroine of Hannah’s Collections, by Marthe Jocelyn, has so many collections that she can’t choose between them when it comes time to bring one in for show-and-tell. Join us as we read this delightfully illustrated book and create collections of our own. Bring something collectable to share, if you’d like. Wednesday the 18^th at 4. Ages 4-8.

Pre-School Story time

This week’s story time (Wednesday only!) we’ll be talking about circuses. There’ll be no clowning around as we juggle circus stories with feats of derring-do (more commonly referred to as crafts.) Join us at 10 and bring a friend. No registration required.

Read-to-a-Dog

Bark, bark bark bark, bark. Bark! Woof! Bark? Bark. Ok, so that’s not what we mean when we say read to a dog. What we mean is the opportunity to come to the Library and read a book (in English) to Jane, a hypo-allergenic therapy dog who loves books and kids. Come on by Tuesdays between 3:30 and 4:30.

Library Quiz

The name "Winnie-the-Pooh" is derived from which North American city?

Email your submission to: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us. Free ice cream cone to the winner (I’m sure that in the midst of this mid-January heat wave, such swag is irresistible.)

Which one of the following writers did not live in New York's Capital District?

1. Bret Harte 2. Kurt Vonnegut 3. Henry James 4. Sherwood Anderson 5. Herman Melville

The answer is…drum role, please: Sherwood Anderson.

Library Notes 1/4

2006-01-04T16:59:00.000-05:00

Digital Audio books are here! Hate to leave home with all this snow but dying for a good book to listen to? Anyone with an Internet connection and a Library card can access this service. Go to altamontfreelibrary.org, click on the link for downloadable ebooks and audiobooks, browse the selection for a book that tickles your fancy, download the appropriate software and snuggle up for a good listen. Questions? Call the Library at 861-7239 or stop by during the day.

Scrap Booking Display. Stop by the Library and check out our display case to see examples of Mary Heidinger’s scrapbooks. These colorful, artsy collections are a great way to preserve memories. If you think you’d like to try a hand at this hot hobby, sign up for Mary’s four-part class held February evenings at the Library.

Display Case availability – Do you have a collection of sorts that you’d like to share with your neighbors? There are openings for the display case in March and the following months. We like all sorts of things. More information is available at the Library.

Annual Meeting- The annual meeting of the Altamont Free Library Board of Trustees will be held Seven P.M. January 9th. The meeting is open to the public and will be held in the Library, in the basement of 105 Park St.

Pre-School Story hour - This coming week, story hour will focus on crafty cats, cat crafts and cat tales. Come Monday and Wednesday at 10 A.M.

Library Quiz

After many months of diligent service, the Library Joke is taking a week (or two) off and standing in its place is the Library Quiz (question courtesy of Joe Hein).

Which one of the following writers did not live in New York's Capital District?

1. Bret Harte 2. Kurt Vonnegut 3. Henry James 4. Sherwood Anderson 5. Herman Melville

Email your submission to:

HYPERLINK "mailto:winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us"

winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Ice cream cone to the first correct answer!

Answer to last week’s Joke

What do the library computers like to eat for snacks?

Chips. And for dessert, they like cookies.

Library Notes 12.29

2005-12-28T15:17:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Library Hours

Want to start the New Year off with a good book? The Library will be open to help you out. We have regular hours this week, including 9-12 on Saturday December 31^st and 10-8 on Monday, January 2^nd.

Pre-school story time

Story time resumes its regular Monday and Wednesday at 10a.m. cadence this week. Children are invited in for New Years stories and crafts. Fire breathing dragons will be kept strictly under control.

R.E.A.D. to a Dog

Jane is back on Tuesday, January 3^rd from 3:30-4:30 to enjoy stories at the Library. Reading to Jane is a great way for kids to boost their reading confidence and have fun to boot. Sign up for an appointment or just drop in.

Infant Lapsit

For those babies and caretakers willing to brave the blustery January weather, infant lap sit will take place Tuesday at 10:30. Come in for a relaxed session of stories and scribbling.

Social Stitchers

Come by the Library Wednesday at 1:00 with whatever craft you may be working on. Note the new time and bring a friend along. Tea will be served.

Computer Class for Adults

The new year brings a new series of computer classes for adults. We’ll be starting on Thursday, January 5^th at 10:30 with the Bare Basics – turning the computer on and off, using a mouse and opening and closing programs. Absolutely no prior experience is expected. Call the Library at 861-7239 to reserve your spot.

Library Joke

What do the library computers like to eat for snacks?

Email your submission to:

winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Ice cream cone to the best answer!

Last Week’s Joke:

What do you do if a dragon bites your library book?

Take the words right out of his mouth.

Library Notes 12/22

2005-12-28T15:09:00.000-05:00

Library Notes

By Judith Wines

Holiday Hours

The Library will be closed Saturday, December 24th, Sunday December 25th and Monday the 26th. Be sure to stop in Thursday or Friday and stock up for the weekend.

Library Newsletter

The inaugural edition of Literally Speaking, the quarterly Newsletter of the Altamont Free Library has hit the newsstands (well, at least the circulation desk of the Library and a few other neighborhood locations.) A ton of thanks goes to Christine Carpenter for the use of her sharp editorial eyes. Stop by and get your very own copy.

Pre-School Story Hour

Please come in Wednesday at 10 for the only story hour of the week. Older siblings on vacation are cordially invited to attend.

Computer Classes for Adults

The Library is now accepting sign-ups for January’s series of Computer Classes. The first class, The Bare Basics, focuses on turning the thing on, using a mouse and opening and closing programs. Absolutely no experience is required. Call the Library at 861-7239 to reserve a spot.

Kids’ Book Clubs

Sign up now for January’s book clubs. Books will be requested when readers sign up for a club. Our selection for those in grades 2-4 (or fans of Roald Dahl of any age) is Fantastic Mr. Fox. Read about how our hero, Mr. Fox, outsmarts the three meanest farmers ever, Boggis, Bunce and Bean, as he struggles to feed himself and his family. Monday, January 30th at 4 p.m.

Older readers, (grades 4-6), may enjoy Twenty-one Balloons by William Pne du Bois. This fantastical story, winner of the 1948 Newberry Medal, recounts a world of unbelievable wealth, eccentric inhabitants and incredible balloon inventions. Tuesday January 31st at 4 p.m.

Grown-up’s Book Club

Lest those readers who have completed Middle School feel left out, the Altamont Library is launching an adult book club (no, not that kind). January’s selection is White Noise, by Don Delillo. This winner of the National Book Award is a dark comedy about an upper-middle class blended family living in the technology overloaded, mall mad contemporary American Life until catastrophe strikes. Sunday, January 22nd at 7p.m. Request your copy of the book by the end of the year.

R.E.A.D. to a Dog

Jane is back on Tuesday, December 27th from 3:30-4:30 to enjoy stories at the Library. Reading to Jane is a great way for kids to boost their reading confidence and have fun to boot. Sign up for an appointment or just drop in.

Library Joke:

What do you do if a dragon bites your library book?

Email your submission to:

winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Ice cream cone to the best answer!

What did the book called "Chills" say to the other book?

"I feel chills running down my spine!"

Library Notes 12.16

2005-12-14T09:24:00.000-05:00

Crafts at Village Hall
After you see the Puppet People’s Presentation at Village Hall this Saturday at 2, be sure to stop by the Library’s table. We’ll be making paper-people chains (and would be glad to hear if there is a more authoritative name for envisioned craft) and serving punch.

Pre-School Story time
Join us Monday and/or Wednesday at 10:00 for a story time about gifts – we’ll read books, learn a rhyme and make wrapping paper to wrap our own gifts. No registration is necessary, just stop on in.

Infant Lapsit
Do you know any new parents looking to get out of the house to a baby-friendly place?
Send them to the Library Tuesdays at 10:30 for a highly informal session of birth-24 month appropriate stories, music and activities.

Last Minute Gifts
Looking for a unique present with local flavor? The Library just might be able to come to your rescue. We have prints of a map of the village dating from 1889 ($20), and prints, sponsored by Altamont Community Traditions, by Local artists Ed Cowley (St. John’s Candle Light Ceremony, $7) and Mary Ann Brock (Village Center -$10, $20 signed.)

Dog-Less Day
Due to a prior engagement, Jane of Read-to-a-Dog fame will be absent from the Library on December 20^th, but she’ll be back the following Tuesday at 3:30.

Library Joke
What did the book called "Chills" say to the other book? Email: winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us
Ice cream cone to the best answer!
Last week’s Joke: When a knight read a book, who was always at his side?
His page!

Library Notes 12/8

2005-12-06T14:41:00.000-05:00

New Books!

If you’re looking for something to keep you up at night, check out Patricia Cornwell’s latest novel, Predator. Dr. Kay Scarpetta is back in this best selling psychological mystery. For a less pulse tingling read, try The Last Days of Dogtown by Anita Diamant, author of The Red Tent. This favorably reviewed third novel is set on Massachusetts’ Cape Ann in the early 1800s. Gabriel Garcia-Marquez also has a new novel out, his first in 10 years. Memories of my Melancholy Whores is a slim and unconventional love story that serves both as an elegy to old age and a reprise of Garcia-Marquez’s use of brilliant imagery. On the non-fiction front, new books include Tony Judt’s Postwar: A History of Europe Since 1945. Publisher’s Weekly writes: “This is the best history we have of Europe in the postwar period and not likely to be surpassed for many years.”

Display Case

At the Library we have not one, not two, but three-odd dozen versions of St Nicholas, Father Christmas and Santa Claus from the collection of a community member. Ranging from a sugar bowl to a candlewick, come in and see them before they take off again for the North Pole at the end of the month.

Ongoing Events for Kids

Preschool story time, Monday and Wednesday at 10, Infant Lap-sit Tuesday 10:30, Read to a dog Tuesday at 3:30.

Victorian Holidays

Thanks to all who came to see us and our story teller, Santa Claus and of course, the model train set, at the train station on Sunday. Thanks also to all who purchased tickets for the quilt raffle and to the Delmar quilters for their donation of the quilt. The raffle winner is a former Altamont Library Board member who now resides in Chatham.

Computer Class

On 12/15 at 10:30 we’ll meet for our thirdclass in the series, Venturing Online: finding your way around the Internet. In this session, we’ll learn how to tell an address bar from a search box and a hyperlink from a browser, just to start things off. Registration is required as space is limited. Call 861-7239.

Library Joke

When a knight read a book, who was always at his side? Email answers to:
winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Ice cream cone to the best answer!

Last week’s Joke:

Why do authors always get good marks on tests? They know how to copy-right.

When a knight read a book, who was always at his side? Email answers to:
winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Ice cream cone to the best answer!

Last week’s Joke:

Why do authors always get good marks on tests? They know how to copy-right.

Library Notes 11/24 and 12/1

2005-11-23T15:24:00.000-05:00

Decorate the Library

Artists aged 6 and up are invited to the Library to help make a welcome banner for the library entrance. Come at 4:00 with ideas and ready fingers.

Deck the Tree

Readers are invited to bring a homemade holiday ornament to decorate the tree at the Train Station for Victorian Holidays. Bring your ornament to the library by December 1st and help us spruce the place up.

Kids’ Book Clubs

Grades 2-4 Chocolate Fever by Robert Kimmel Smith

Henry Green finds out whether or not it’s possible to love chocolate too much.

Grades 4-6 Harriet the Spy by Louise Fitzhugh - Eleven-year-old Harriet keeps a notebook with her observations about her friends, but when her classmates find out the results are unforgettable.

The grades 2-4 club will meet Monday the 19th of December and the Grades 4-6 club will meet Tuesday the 20th, at 4. Request your books at the Library now.

Computer Classes for Adults:

The series starts again on December 1st. Class one: The Bare Basics – Turning the thing on, using a mouse, navigating the Windows environment. Registration is required as space is limited. 861-7239.

Ongoing Events for Kids:

Preschool story time, Monday and Wednesday at 10, Infant Lap-sit Tuesday 10:30, Read to a dog Tuesday at 3:30.

Joke o’ the week

Why do authors always get good marks on tests? Email answers to:

winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Ice cream cone to the best answer!

Last week’s Joke:

What's the difference between an accountant and a detective solving the Case of the Stolen Book?

One's a bookkeeper and one's a book caper

Library Notes 11/17

2005-11-17T14:08:00.000-05:00

Deck the Tree

Holiday Hours

On account of the Thanksgiving Holiday, the Library will close at 5 on Wednesday, (as opposed to at the customary 8) and will be closed on Thursday. Normal hours will resume on Friday (9-5).

Pre-School Story time

Do you like things that are very big? Or very small? Come to the Pre-school story time for tales and activities involving the large, the small and the ugly – Monday and Wednesday at 10:30.

Infant Story time

If you’re a new parent looking to get out of the house, we’ve got the program for you. Bring your infant (birth-24 months) to the library Tuesdays at 10:30 for an informal program of books, toys, music and rhymes for the babies and the chance to meet other new moms and dads.

Phantom Tickets

The Altamont Free Library is organizing a group ticket purchase to see Phantom of the Opera on Sunday February 19th at 2pm. Call the Library. The group purchase results in a 10% discount on ticket prices. The discounted cost is 60.33 per ticket. Call the Library at 861-7239 for more info or to reserve your ticket by December 4th.

Read to a Dog

Jane is a Portuguese Water Dog who loves to be read to by kids. Sign up for a one-on-one read between 3:30 and 4 or stop by between 4:00 and 4:30 for open reading time.

Library Joke

What's the difference between an accountant and a detective who solved the Case of the Stolen Book?

Email answers to:
winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

Ice cream cone to the best answer!

Last week’s Joke.:

What do you get when you cross an elephant with a computer?

A lot of memory.

Library Notes 11/10

2005-11-17T14:05:00.000-05:00

Quilt Appraisal

Have you always wondered how much that old quilt of yours is worth? Sign up for an appraisal this Saturday afternoon, November 12th. The fee is $25, five of which will benefit the library.

Infant Story time

Pre-school story time is hopping

Hop on down for a rabbit filled preschool story time – Monday and Wednesday at 10:30

Computer Class

The last in a series of 5 computer classes, Worms, Cookies and other hazards of the web, will take place Thursday the 17th at 10:30. The series will start anew the Thursday following Thanksgiving. Registration is necessary as space is limited. Call the Library at 861-7239.

Read to a Dog is Moving

Jane, the Portuguese Water Dog is switching her visits from Friday afternoons to Tuesdays, starting Tuesday the 15th. Sign up for a one-on-one read between 3:30 and 4 or stop by between 4:00 and 4:30 for open reading time.

Events Calendar

For a day-by-day events listing, go to our website, altamontfreelibrary.org and click on events calendar on the homepage.

Library Joke

Who wudda thought that there’s more than one bad joke about elephants and libraries…

What do you get when you cross an elephant with a computer?

Ice cream cone to the best answer!

Last week’s riddle and answer:

Why does an elephant use his trunk as a bookmark?

That way he always nose where he stopped reading.

Library Notes 11/03

2005-11-03T15:37:00.000-05:00

Architecture Program

Historic buildings can be delightful to the eye and to those who enjoy learning their architectural and historic lineage. Preservation planner, Lorraine E. Weiss, will present a slide discussion on American architectural history and explore the characteristics of building styles common to the Capital District. This free, informative program will take place at the Altamont Community Room (behind the Altamont Fire House on Main St., Altamont) on Thursday, November 10, 2005, at 7:00 p.m. It is co-sponsored by the Altamont Free Library and Altamont Community Traditions. Those in attendance are encouraged to bring along images of their homes to identify during an informal audience participation discussion after the slide presentation.

Quilt Appraisals

On the Twelfth of November the Library will be hosting a professional quilt appraiser. Afternoon slots are available. The fee is $25, five of which will benefit the library.

Kid’s Book Clubs

Bud Not Buddy is a Newberry winning tale of a ten year old who goes off in search of his father in the face of the Great Depression. We will be discussing this chapter book (suitable for kids in or around 4th grade and up) on Tuesday, November 22nd at 4:00

My Father’s Dragon is a nonsensical tale told in a deadpan style. This beginning chapter book (good for readers in 2nd-4th grade) features alley cats and baby dragons. We will meet to discuss the book Monday November 21st at 4:00.

To join either club, sign up at the library today to request your copy.

Infant Lap-sit

Tuesday mornings at 10:30, Parents and their children aged 24 months and younger are invited to a story time incorporating stories, songs and playtime at the Altamont Free Library. (Older siblings are welcome too). Spread the word to any new parents you may know.

Read to a Dog

Jane, a Portuguese Water Dog, will be visiting the Library on Friday afternoons beginning in November. Sign up for a one-on-one read between 3:30 and 4 or stop by between 4:00 and 4:30 for open reading time.

Joke of the Week:

Why does an elephant use his trunk as a bookmark?

Email your answer to:

winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us

or stop by the Library and drop your answer off. Ice Cream cone to the best answer!

Last week’s joke:

Where are there more nobles than in the royal court?

At the Library, where every book has a title.

Library Notes 10/27

2005-10-31T16:17:00.000-05:00

Zinc Monument Tour

On Saturday, October 29, historian Raymond W. Smith, who has done extensive research into the design, manufacture and distribution of Zinc cemetery monuments, popular in the half century prior to the First World War, will lead a slide discussion and cemetery tour among the markers. The program will begin at the Altamont Free Library, at 9:30 a.m. with coffee and pastries followed by a slide talk. Participants will then go to the Fairview Cemetery, a short distance outside of the Village of Altamont to tour the zinc monuments there and learn of their significance. A charge of $10.00 for participants, $8.00 for Friends of the Library will go to the Library Building Fund.

Infant Lap-sit

Read to a Dog

Phantom Tickets

The Altamont Free Library is organizing a group ticket purchase to see Phantom of the Opera on Sunday February 19^th at 2pm. Call the Library. The group purchase results in a 10% discount on ticket prices. The discounted cost is 60.33 per ticket. Call the Library at 861-7239 for more info or to reserve your ticket.

Story Hour

Are you a pre-schooler? Do you know any one who is? Get thee to Preschool storytime, Mondays and Wednesdays at 10 AM.

Social Stichers

Whether you’re nuts for knitting, crazy about crochet, frenzied over felting or merely curious about crafting, the library has the group for you. Join us Wednesday afternoons at 2 at the library for the opportunity to stitch and share hints and company with other crafters. Bring a project craft and a friend

Joke of the Week:

Where are there more nobles than in the royal court?

Email your answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us or stop by the Library and drop your answer off. Ice Cream cone to the best answer!

Last week’s Joke:

What does the librarian say when she has to leave?

I’ve got to book it!

Library Notes 10/20

2005-10-21T14:13:00.000-04:00

Zinc Monument Tour

Computer Class

On 10/27 at 10:30 we will be exploring the intriguing idioms of the Internet. Topics will include search engines, URLs, Bookmarks and hyperlinks. Registration is required as space is limited. Call the Library at 861-7239.

Social Stichers

Pre-School Story Hour

Bring a kid and start your second childhood – Mondays and Wednesdays at 10.

Fish

Come meet the latest (and only) gilled residents of the Altamont Free Library. We have fish! Thanks to Michelle Matejka and the Blakeley family for donating portions of the digs of new denizens

Joke of the Week

The suspense is over. The answer to last week’s joke:

Why was the Tyranosaurus Rex afraid to go the Library?

Because her books were 65 million years overdue and the thought of the late fines was terrifying.

This week’s joke: What does the librarian say when she has to leave?

Email your answer to winesj@uhls.lib.ny.us or stop by the Library and drop your answer off.

Library Notes 10/13-10/20

2005-10-13T14:59:00.000-04:00

Story Hour

Story hour resumes its normal Monday and Wednesday at 10 cadence this week. Come in Monday and go ape monkeying around with stories and a primate craft. Wednesday will feature cat tales and kitten crafts.

Computer Class

On 10/20 at 10:30 we will be exploring the wondrous world of word processing. Topics will include cutting, pasting, formatting, printing and saving files. Registration is required as space is limited. Call the Library at 861-7239.

Craft Group

Library Jokes

Ladies and Gentlemen, the answer to last week’s Joke:

What did the mummy do when he went to the Library?

He got all wrapped up in a good book.

This week’s joke: Why was the Tyrannosaurus Rex afraid to go to the library?

The official answer will be published in next week’s column. The best answer submitted to the library will receive a coupon for a free ice cream from Stewarts.

Library Notes 10.6-10.13

2005-10-05T14:00:00.000-04:00

Library Notes
By Judith Wines

Columbus Day Closure
The Library will be closed Monday, October 11th for Columbus Day. Be sure to stop by on Friday or Saturday to stock up on books for the long weekend.

Story Hour
The only story hour this week will be on Wednesday at 10 AM. Come to the Library to fall into autumn with books and activities for all those between 1 and 1825 days old and their caregivers.

Magazine Exchange
The foyer rack formerly known as Magazine Sales is now known as Magazine Exchange. Bring a magazine, take a magazine and find out that your neighbors are reading every week.

Book Donations
The Library very much appreciates the willingness of the community to donate books and other materials. Due to limited storage space, the Library requests that any donations larger than 5 items be dropped off at the Library on the first Monday of the month to facilitate their transport to a storage location.

Website Addition
Mislay your copy of the Enterprise? Never fear! Now you can read the Altamont Library Notes, as well as other Altamont Library news, online. Go to our homepage at www.altamontfreelibrary.org and click on the What's doing at the Library link to read current and past columns.

Library Jokes

And now…what we’ve all been waiting for. The aswer to last week’s Joke:
Why didn't the thief break into the library?

Because he was afraid he'd get a long sentence.

This week’s joke: What did the mummy do when he went to the Library?

The answer will be published in next week’s column. The best answer will receive a coupon for a free ice cream from Stewarts.

Events at the Library 9/29-10/6

2005-09-27T15:04:00.000-04:00

Library Board Meeting

Due to the Columbus Day Holiday, the Library Board will be meeting the first Monday of the month, October 3^rd, at 7 PM (instead of the customary 2^nd Monday.) Meetings are open to the public and held in the Library.

Beginner’s Quilting Class

To kick off a series of Wednesday afternoon craft sessions Ruth Dickinson will be teaching a two-part class for first time quilters. Participants will create a quilted wall hanging to bring home with them. Participants should bring 2 contrasting ½ yard pieces of cotton fabric. The class meets Wednesdays October 5th and 12th at 2 PM. Registration is required as class size is limited. Please call the library at 861-7239 to register and find out more about materials.

Computers 101

The second incarnation of a series of computer classes for adults is beginning. Do you know absolutely nothing about computers? Then we’ve got a class for you! Computer kindergarten will be the first in a series of classes aimed at gaining proficiency in common computer functions. This first class will focus on turning on and off the computer, using the mouse and keyboard and opening and closing programs. The first session of computer kindergarten will be held Thursday morning, 10/06 at 10:30. Space is limited and registration is required. Call the library at 861-7239.

Story Time

Every Monday and Wednesday at 10, come to the library for Pre-School Story Time. These half-hour programs feature stories, activities, art and lots of squirming. The four and under-set and their caretakers are cordially invited.

Library Joke Contest

Why didn't the thief break into the library?

A coupon for a Stewart’s ice cream cone goes to the best answer submitted to the Library. The official answer will run in next week’s column.

Library Doings

Libary Notes 2/21

Storytime

Amnesty Week

Library Joke

Library Notes 1/17

Storytime

MLK DAYThe Library will be open 10-5 Martin Luther King Day. Observe the holiday by reading up on the civil rights leader.

Newsletter

Library Joke

Library Notes 1/10/08

Storytime

Candy Sushi

Veggie Sushi

Annual Meeting

Computer Classes for Adults

Library Joke

Storytime

Joint Health

Kids’ Book Clubs

Library Joke

Library Notes 5/31

Library Notes

Story time

Library Notes 5/24

Library Notes

Storytime

Chicks

Library Notes, 5/17

Library Notes

Storytime

Book and rummage sale

FlickR

Library Notes

Storytime

Display case exhibit

Book Sale

The Big Read

Kids’ Book Club

Library Notes 5/3/2007

Library Notes

Storytime

Book Sale

The Big Read

Kids’ Book Club

Library Notes 12/07

Holiday Craft

Story Times

Display Case

Library Notes 11/30

Victorian Holidays

Storytimes

Library notes 11/22

Holiday Hours

The Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22nd and be closed all day on Thanksgiving, the 23rd. We will be open 10:00-5:00 on Friday, and 9:00-12:00 on Saturday, as per normal.

Library Lights

Victorian Holidays

Storytimes

Book Club meetings

Library Joke

Library Notes 11/16/06

Library Notes

Holiday Hours

The Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22nd and be closed all day on Thanksgiving, the 23rd. We will be open 10-5 on Friday, as per normal.

Library Notes on-line.

Bake Sale

Library Joke

Library Notes 8.17

Peace and Quiet

Reading Club Certificates

Fly Fishing Rods

Library Joke

Library Notes 8.10

Summer Reading club is drawing to a close – be sure to come to the Library and fill in those reading logs by August 15th.

End of Summer Reading Party!

Book Club

Pirate Craft

Story Time

Caterpillars

Library Notes 8/3

MLK DAY
The Library will be open 10-5 Martin Luther King Day. Observe the holiday by reading up on the civil rights leader.

The Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22^nd and be closed all day on Thanksgiving, the 23^rd. We will be open 10:00-5:00 on Friday, and 9:00-12:00 on Saturday, as per normal.

The Library will close at 5 p.m. on Wednesday, November 22^nd and be closed all day on Thanksgiving, the 23^rd. We will be open 10-5 on Friday, as per normal.

Join us Wednesday June 7^th at 7:30 for a talk by local writer Raymond Blanchard. Mr. Blanchard will discuss his new book, Unforeseen, and take questions about the authorial process.