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Battle of the Books: First Battle!

For grade 5
2023-01-17 18:00:00 2023-01-17 20:30:00 America/New_York Battle of the Books: First Battle! Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B

Tuesday, January 17
6:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2023-01-17 18:00:00 2023-01-17 20:30:00 America/New_York Battle of the Books: First Battle! Join us to watch our two CPH Library Battle of the Books teams compete to see who knows their books the best! Snow date: January 19. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B

Program Room A-B

Join us to watch our two CPH Library Battle of the Books teams compete to see who knows their books the best! Snow date: January 19.

All programs are subject to change based on weather and safety guidelines. 

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AGE GROUP: | Children |

EVENT TYPE: | Reading Challenge |

TAGS: | YS611 |

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Phone: 518-371-8622
Library Director
Alex Gutelius
Hours
Mon, Nov 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 22 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Nov 23 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Nov 24 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the library

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. 

Upcoming events

Family Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!
Download Ebooks, Audiobooks, & TV
Mon, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the library's... more
Learn how to use the library's free resources to access ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, TV shows, and comics.
Registration is now closed
Front Entry Construction
Mon, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Kids Paint and Sip: Owl Art - For grades 2-5
Mon, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room,Program Room A-B
Create a work of art while... more
Create a work of art while enjoying something to drink.
This event is full
Savvy Travel Tips
Mon, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
It doesn't have to cost a... more
It doesn't have to cost a fortune to live your dreams and travel! Presenter Steve Lauzon will discuss travel tips to get the most out of your money and your vacation.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Nov 18, 7:15pm - 9:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Meeting of the Library Board of... more
Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees
Front Entry Construction
Tue, Nov 19, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Getting Creative with Canva - Four week series
Tue, Nov 19, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Explore exciting design tools... more
Explore exciting design tools in our interactive series. Use Canva to create unique projects like cards and flyers with guidance and hands-on support.
Registration is now closed
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 4:15pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Please sign up for only one 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Nov 19, 4:15pm - 4:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Please sign up for only one 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Nov 19, 4:30pm - 4:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Please sign up for only one 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Nov 19, 4:45pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
Improve reading skills or help your child gain confidence in reading with a therapy dog. Please sign up for only one 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Beginner's Pilates - For all fitness levels!
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Join instructor Kristie Marsden... more
Join instructor Kristie Marsden as she helps you build a solid Pilates foundation while moving at a slower pace.
Registration is now closed
Battle of the Books Meeting - For grades 4 & 5
Tue, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Join us for this fun reading... more
Join us for this fun reading competition! Students will compete to answer questions about five specific books, which they will be given in advance. This competition is for 4th and 5th grade students.
Registration is now closed
Jigsaw Puzzle Challenge - For adults & teens Gr. 6-12
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
A two-hour Jigsaw Puzzle... more
A two-hour Jigsaw Puzzle competition to see which team can complete a 500-piece puzzle the fastest. The Library will provide puzzles and prizes!
This event is full
Middle School Book Club: Inside Out & Back Again - For grades 6-9
Tue, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Join us for our informal... more
Join us for our informal hang-out, book discussion of Inside Out & Back Again by Thanhha Lai, and craft activity! Light refreshments will be served.
ZOOM: PJ Story Time - Family program
Tue, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - YS Virtual Room
Get comfy in your favorite PJs,... more
Get comfy in your favorite PJs, grab a blanket, and tune in for a special story time with Miss Chrissie!
Front Entry Construction
Wed, Nov 20, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Therapy Dogs for Adults
Wed, Nov 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
De-stress and pet a therapy... more
De-stress and pet a therapy dog! Drop by the 2nd Floor Reading Area to hang out with a furry friend. Come alone or with a friend. For adults only.
How to Choose a New Computer - Presentation
Wed, Nov 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Overwhelmed by the choices of a... more
Overwhelmed by the choices of a new computer? We'll help you simplify so you can decide!
ZOOM: Choosing the Right Video Creation Tool - Live Tech-Talk Webinar
Wed, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Learn the best tools for video... more
Learn the best tools for video creation across different platforms, from Canva to Zoom, for any situation.
Register
Coding with Ozobots - For Grades K-1
Wed, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 5:15pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Discover the fun of robotics... more
Discover the fun of robotics and coding with Ozobot Evo! These mini robots read and respond to coded instructions drawn on paper, making learning interactive and exciting for young minds.
This event is full
Crafty Adults: Handbuilding with Clay Workshop
Wed, Nov 20, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Come play with clay! Join us... more
Come play with clay! Join us for a four-week pottery class. Participants will create two ceramic artworks using handbuilding techniques. Presented by Sarah Hazelke of Round Clay Studio and Designs.
Registration is now closed
Cancelled
U.S. Citizenship Class - Evening Session
Wed, Nov 20, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
For those interested in... more
For those interested in learning more about American history and government, or those preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Exam in 2024.
ZOOM: Virtual Author Talk with Mona Susan Power - Live webinar
Wed, Nov 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Enjoy a range of talks from... more
Enjoy a range of talks from bestselling authors and thought leaders.This week, Mona Susan Power will discuss Native Rights and Culture in Fiction.
Register
Front Entry Construction
Thu, Nov 21, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Family Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Thu, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!
HYBRID: Daytime Book Group - Books & Conversation
Thu, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room,Program Room C
Bring along your best book... more
Bring along your best book recommendations and to-be-read list. Your ideas will help select 2025 reading choices for the Daytime Book Group. All are welcome, including new participants.
Therapy Dogs for Teens - For grades 6-12
Thu, Nov 21, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
De-stress and pet a therapy... more
De-stress and pet a therapy dog! Drop by the Teen Place to hang out with our furry friend, Cosmo! Come alone or with a teen friend.
Author Event: A Visit with Heather Morris
Thu, Nov 21, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
- Shen HS West Auditorium
Join us as we visit with... more
Join us as we visit with Heather Morris, author of The Tatooist of Auschwitz, Cilka's Journey, and Three Sisters.
Front Entry Construction
Fri, Nov 22, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
U.S. Citizenship Class - Morning Session
Fri, Nov 22, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
For those interested in... more
For those interested in learning more about American history and government, or those preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Exam in 2024-2025.
Registration is now closed
Front Entry Construction
Sat, Nov 23, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Dino-vember Scavenger Hunt - For all ages
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Visit the Children's Library... more
Visit the Children's Library anytime during the month of November for a fun dinosaur scavenger hunt!
Veteran's Memorial Park Book Walk: Owl Babies - For all ages
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Veteran's Memorial Park
Enjoy the book Owl Babies by... more
Enjoy the book Owl Babies by Martin Waddell as you stroll along the Veteran's Memorial Park walking path.
Front Entry Construction
Sun, Nov 24, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Front Entry Construction
Mon, Nov 25, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Family Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!
Read Digital Newspapers for FREE
Mon, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use library... more
Learn how to use library resources to access free newspaper articles from the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Daily Gazette, NY Post, and more!
Teen Paint & Sip - For grades 6-12
Mon, Nov 25, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Come paint and sip to lofi... more
Come paint and sip to lofi beats. We will provide the supplies and drinks for you to enjoy while you create your masterpiece!
Take & Make: Popsicle Stick Turkey - Ages 3-6, with an adult
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Gobble, gobble! Pick up this... more
Gobble, gobble! Pick up this cute craft to make at home.
Front Entry Construction
Tue, Nov 26, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Download Ebooks, Audiobooks, & TV
Tue, Nov 26, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
New venue Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the library's... more
Learn how to use the library's free resources to access ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, TV shows, and comics.
Beginner's Pilates - For all fitness levels!
Tue, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Join instructor Kristie Marsden... more
Join instructor Kristie Marsden as she helps you build a solid Pilates foundation while moving at a slower pace.
Registration is now closed
CLOSING AT 5 PM
Wed, Nov 27, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
The Library will CLOSE at 5 pm... more
The Library will CLOSE at 5 pm today for the holiday.
Front Entry Construction
Wed, Nov 27, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
CLOSED
Thu, Nov 28, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
The Library will be CLOSED... more
The Library will be CLOSED today in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Out digital resources and online catalog can be accessed 24/7.
Front Entry Construction
Fri, Nov 29, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Front Entry Construction
Sat, Nov 30, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Art Cart: Gingerbread People Craft - For ages 3-14
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Corner
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library and use supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" to make paper Gingerbread People! While supplies last.
Gingerbread House Hunt - For ages 3-14
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
How many gingerbread houses can... more
How many gingerbread houses can you find in the Children's Library? Enter your guess for a chance to win a gingerbread house kit!
Teen Gingerbread House Hunt - For grades 6-12
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
This month, pick up a scavenger... more
This month, pick up a scavenger sheet in the Teen Place, then search for the gingerbread houses hidden around the first floor of the Library. Visit the Ask Desk for a small prize if you find them all!
Front Entry Construction
Sun, Dec 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Due to front entry... more
Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
Zero Waste - Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Repair, and Rot
Sun, Dec 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join Sustainable Saratoga's... more
Join Sustainable Saratoga's Executive Director, Kelsey Trudell, to learn about the zero waste movement, what it means, and why it matters for the sustainability of our communities.
Teen Craft Corner: Cotton Swab Snowflakes - For grades 6-12
Mon, Dec 02, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
Work on this fun craft when you... more
Work on this fun craft when you visit the Teen Place.
Family Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!
Download Ebooks, Audiobooks, & TV
Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn how to use the library's... more
Learn how to use the library's free resources to access ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, TV shows, and comics.
Appy Hour: Photography Tools
Tue, Dec 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C
Discuss, share, and learn about... more
Discuss, share, and learn about different types of apps for mobile devices. This month we'll be talking about taking and editing photos. Plus other fun apps!
The Basics of Social Security
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Attend this financial education... more
Attend this financial education program, led by Financial Advisor John Kalil, to learn how to make a more informed claiming decision when collecting your Social Security retirement benefits.
Battle of the Books Meeting - For grades 4 & 5
Tue, Dec 03, 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Join us for this fun reading... more
Join us for this fun reading competition! Students will compete to answer questions about five specific books, which they will be given in advance. This competition is for 4th and 5th grade students.
Registration is now closed
ZOOM: PJ Story Time - Family program
Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - YS Virtual Room
Get comfy in your favorite PJs,... more
Get comfy in your favorite PJs, grab a blanket, and tune in for a special story time with Miss Chrissie!
Registration opens Tuesday, November 19 2024 at 9:00am
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