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Registration opens:
June 25th, 2026

Revolutionary Writing - Celebrate America's 250th

For grades 4-7
2026-07-09 14:00:00 2026-07-09 15:00:00 America/New_York Revolutionary Writing - Celebrate America's 250th Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room

Thursday, July 09
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-09 14:00:00 2026-07-09 15:00:00 America/New_York Revolutionary Writing - Celebrate America's 250th Learn about the importance of the written word during the 1770s with hands-on activities. Presented by the Saratoga County Historian's Office and Saratoga 250. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room

Children's Activity Room

Learn about the importance of the written word during the 1770s with hands-on activities. Presented by the Saratoga County Historian's Office and Saratoga 250.

Participants will view replicas of items from the 18th century, try cursive writing with a quill pen, use a printing press to create a broadside poster, and play with toys from the era. 

Siblings who are not registered for this program are welcome to explore the Children's Library with an adult. We ask that they do not remain in the room during this event. 

All programs are subject to change.

Photos or videos may be taken at this event. Click here to see our Photo Policy.

AGE GROUP: | Teens | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Childhood Enrichment |

TAGS: | YS611 | YS1218 | Summer Reading |

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Phone: 518-371-8622
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The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library provides a wide range of materials, programs, and services to the residents of Clifton Park and Halfmoon. We are a member of the Southern Adirondack Library System. Our mission is to nurture and foster community connections by providing the space and resources for patrons to be educated, entertained, and enriched. Our vision is to be at the heart of our community. The go-to place to meet, learn, and do. 

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