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Spring into Writing Contest

For grades 6-12
2023-04-02 00:00:00 2023-04-02 23:59:00 America/New_York Spring into Writing Contest Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library -

Sunday, April 02
All day

Add to Calendar 2023-04-02 00:00:00 2023-04-02 23:59:00 America/New_York Spring into Writing Contest Enter our teen Spring into Writing contest! Prose and poetry will be accepted, and prizes will be awarded. Submission deadline: April 20, 2023 Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library -

Enter our teen Spring into Writing contest! Prose and poetry will be accepted, and prizes will be awarded. Submission deadline: April 20, 2023

Find more details and to enter the contest here.

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AGE GROUP: | Teens |

EVENT TYPE: | Cooking, Crafts and Creativity |

TAGS: | YS1218 |

Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Phone: 518-371-8622
Library Director
Alex Gutelius
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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

Adult Grab & Go: Suncatcher Window Sticker
Sat, Jun 03, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Ask Desk
Take home instructions and... more
Take home instructions and supplies to make a "books are magic" sun catcher. Pick up June 3-9 at the Ask Desk. Registration using your library card number is required due to limited supplies.
Registration is now closed
FOL Used Book Sale
Sat, Jun 03, 10:00am - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
The sale takes place on these... more
The sale takes place on these dates: June 2, 3, and 4.
Fairy House Scavenger Hunt - For ages 0-14, with an adult
Sun, Jun 04, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Reading Garden
Try to find all of the hidden... more
Try to find all of the hidden Fairy Houses as you walk through our Reading Garden!
FOL Used Book Sale
Sun, Jun 04, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
The sale takes place on these... more
The sale takes place on these dates: June 2, 3, and 4.
Family Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Jun 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities! Meet us on the Back Lawn this month.
Google Maps - Presentation
Mon, Jun 05, 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Join us for an introduction to... more
Join us for an introduction to Google Maps platform and a demonstration of how to use it. Come back on June 7 to practice using Google Maps and ask questions.
Introduction to Chinese Language & Culture - Chinese Basics
Mon, Jun 05, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Learn the basics of the Chinese... more
Learn the basics of the Chinese language and culture in this six-week program.
This event is full
English Language Learning (ELL) Evening Class - Community & Conversation
Mon, Jun 05, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
This class will focus on... more
This class will focus on improving your English conversational skills. It is recommended for those with an intermediate to high level of English speaking.
Teen Craft Corner: Wax Paper Suncatcher - For grades 6-12
Tue, Jun 06, 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 or register to have supplies held for you at the Ask Desk.
Beginner English Language Learning (ELL) - English Basics
Tue, Jun 06, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, and learning survival English. For those students in the low to high beginner level.
iPhone and iPad Q&A
Tue, Jun 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Bring your basic questions... more
Bring your basic questions about using your iPad or iPhone to this small group discussion.
This event is full
One-on-One Tech Help
Tue, Jun 06, 1:30pm - 2:15pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Sign up for a one-on-one... more
Sign up for a one-on-one session with our Technology Librarian for basic information, instruction, and assistance with your device, software, or apps.
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Jun 06, 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 a 15-minute appointment.
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Jun 06, 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 a 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Jun 06, 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 a 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Reading Therapy Dogs - For grades 1-4
Tue, Jun 06, 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 a 15-minute appointment.
This event is full
Poetry with Parameters - Presented by Susan Comninos
Tue, Jun 06, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
This four-week poetry writing... more
This four-week poetry writing series will cover reading, discussing and writing constrained forms, including the anagram, the sonnenizio, and the place-as-person poem.
Trivia Night: Superheroes and Comic Books - For adults & teens 14+
Tue, Jun 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B ,Library Back Lawn
Join us for fun, prizes, and... more
Join us for fun, prizes, and snacks. Brush up on your super hero and comic book knowledge, and be ready for anything!
Middle School Book Club: Wild River - For grades 6-8
Tue, Jun 06, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room D
Join us for our informal... more
Join us for our informal hang-out, book discussion of Wild River by Rodman Philbrick, and craft activity! Light refreshments may be served.
Beginner English Language Learning (ELL) - English Basics
Wed, Jun 07, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, and learning survival English. For those students in the low to high beginner level.
Google Maps - Workshop
Wed, Jun 07, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Practice using Google Maps and... more
Practice using Google Maps and ask questions. *Participants must have attended the June 5 Google Maps Presentation in order to register for this workshop.
Pride Month Craft: Custom Pins - For Teens & Adults
Wed, Jun 07, 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Celebrate Pride Month with... more
Celebrate Pride Month with library staff! Drop in to create your own design and use the Library's button maker machine.
ZOOM: Intermediate English Language Learning (ELL) - Everyday English
Thu, Jun 08, 9:30am - 10:30am
- Zoom
Classes will cover... more
Classes will cover conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, pronunciation, American culture, and current events. For low to high intermediate level.
Family Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Thu, Jun 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Library Back Lawn,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! Meet us on the Back Lawn this month.
VolunTEEN: Summer Reading Application - For grades 9 to 12
Thu, Jun 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Apply to be a summer volunteer... more
Apply to be a summer volunteer at the Library! We are looking for energetic and enthusiastic high school students who are interested in working with children.
Foreign Film: The Duke (2021)
Thu, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 9:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
In 1961, Kempton Bunton, a... more
In 1961, Kempton Bunton, a 60-year-old taxi driver, steals Goya's portrait of the Duke of Wellington from the National Gallery in London.
Wonderful Walkers - Walking toddlers under 24 months, with an adult
Fri, Jun 09, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Experience upbeat, one-on-one... more
Experience upbeat, one-on-one time with your new walker. Share independent movement activities, interactive rhymes, songs, and stories. Optional playtime follows.
Book-to-Movie - A Man Called Otto (2022)
Fri, Jun 09, 10:00am - 12:15pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join us in watching some of our... more
Join us in watching some of our favorite books-to-movies! Light refreshments will be served.
Baby Story Time - For ages 0-12 months
Fri, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Calling all babies! A special... more
Calling all babies! A special time just for non-walking infants. Join us for stories, rhymes, and games at the Library.
One-on-One Tech Help
Fri, Jun 09, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Sign up for a one-on-one... more
Sign up for a one-on-one session with our Technology Librarian for basic information, instruction, and assistance with your device, software, or apps.
This event is full
Author Event: JR Szpila - The Sparrows Who Dream
Sat, Jun 10, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
YA Fantasy author JR Szpila... more
YA Fantasy author JR Szpila will join us for a book reading, Q&A, and book signing. Light refreshments will be served. Copies of the book will be available for purchase at the event.
Fairy House Scavenger Hunt - For ages 0-14, with an adult
Sun, Jun 11, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Reading Garden
Try to find all of the hidden... more
Try to find all of the hidden Fairy Houses as you walk through our Reading Garden!
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Sun, Jun 11, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
The Improv Duo, Judi & Steve - "So Laughable"
Sun, Jun 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
Making up stuff on the spot... more
Making up stuff on the spot with audience suggestions: that’s what improv is all about. From character types and other suggestions, your group will determine just how this show plays out.
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Mon, Jun 12, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
Bilingual Family Story Time: Korean - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Jun 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join Sonya Kim for stories and... more
Join Sonya Kim for stories and songs, and learn a little Korean while nurturing your child's love of reading! Stay for a fun vocabulary lesson. Stories will be read in both English and Korean.
Introduction to Chinese Language & Culture - Chinese Basics
Mon, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
Learn the basics of the Chinese... more
Learn the basics of the Chinese language and culture in this six-week program.
This event is full
Game Night: Lasers & Feelings - For adults and teens 14+
Mon, Jun 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Local History Room
Come to the Library to play a... more
Come to the Library to play a fun RPG! You are the crew of the interstellar scout ship RAPTOR. Explore the uncharted regions of space, while defending the consortium worlds against galactic dangers!
English Language Learning (ELL) Evening Class - Community & Conversation
Mon, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D,Reading Garden
This class will focus on... more
This class will focus on improving your English conversational skills. It is recommended for those with an intermediate to high level of English speaking.
What's Bugging Your Trees?! - Presented by the Clifton Park Tree Committee
Mon, Jun 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join Addison Kubik, Education &... more
Join Addison Kubik, Education & Outreach Coordinator for the Capital Region PRISM, for a presentation on the many invasive insects impacting our environment.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Mon, Jun 12, 7:15pm - 9:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Board Meeting with Public Comment
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Tue, Jun 13, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
Beginner English Language Learning (ELL) - English Basics
Tue, Jun 13, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, and learning survival English. For those students in the low to high beginner level.
Famous Bears Book Club: Bruce's Big Fun Day - For grades 2-5
Tue, Jun 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Our final meeting of the year!... more
Our final meeting of the year! We will be reading Bruce's Big Fun Day by Ryan T. Higgins.
Mysteries & More Book Group - Greenwich Park by Katherine Faulkner
Tue, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Reading Garden,Program Room A-B
First-time participants are... more
First-time participants are always welcome!
What is Your Digital Footprint?
Tue, Jun 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn what your digital... more
Learn what your digital footprint is, why it matters, and how to manage it in this hands-on workshop. 
Teen Writing Workshop: Creating Setting - For grades 6-12
Tue, Jun 13, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C-D
This workshop led by Janine De... more
This workshop led by Janine De Tillio Cammarata will focus on developing and creating settings for fiction stories. There will be time to write and an option to share for feedback.
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Wed, Jun 14, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
Beginner English Language Learning (ELL) - English Basics
Wed, Jun 14, 9:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Class will provide... more
Class will provide conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, and learning survival English. For those students in the low to high beginner level.
Therapy Dogs for Adults
Wed, Jun 14, 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 our furry friend, Lila! Come alone or with a friend. For adults only.
Smartphone Photography - Presentation
Wed, Jun 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
New to taking pictures with... more
New to taking pictures with your smartphone? Come learn the possibilities!
Connecting Threads Quilt Group
Wed, Jun 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C
Informal gathering of those... more
Informal gathering of those interested in quilting. Share projects and get inspired by other quilters! All levels of quilters are welcome.
Wednesday Movie Matinee: Paint (2023)
Wed, Jun 14, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Light refreshments will be served.
ZOOM: Cloud Storage Options - Live Tech-Talk Webinar
Wed, Jun 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
OneDrive, Dropbox, Google... more
OneDrive, Dropbox, Google Drive, "Oh my!" In this webinar we’ll look at the pros and cons of several platforms and how to navigate within these valuable tools.
Register
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Thu, Jun 15, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
ZOOM: Intermediate English Language Learning (ELL) - Everyday English
Thu, Jun 15, 9:30am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Front Walkway,Piracci Board Room,Reading Garden
Classes will cover... more
Classes will cover conversation, reading, writing, grammar, vocabulary development, pronunciation, American culture, and current events. For low to high intermediate level.
Daytime Book Group - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt
Thu, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room,Reading Garden
All are welcome, including new... more
All are welcome, including new participants.
Create Your Own Fairy House - For grades K-5
Thu, Jun 15, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Come to the Library and create... more
Come to the Library and create your own fairy house to take home!
Therapy Dogs for Teens - For grades 6-12
Thu, Jun 15, 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, Bode! Come alone or with a friend.
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Fri, Jun 16, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
Google Photos - Workshop
Fri, Jun 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn to use the popular photo... more
Learn to use the popular photo sharing and cloud storage platform to back-up your photos and create albums.
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Sat, Jun 17, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
Early Voting
Sat, Jun 17, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Saratoga County Early Voting... more
Saratoga County Early Voting location. See description below for specific dates and times.
Saturday Scrabble Meetup
Sat, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Art Gallery
Come out for an afternoon of... more
Come out for an afternoon of word-building fun and play Scrabble with friends and neighbors. All skill levels welcome. Anyone (ages 11+) is welcome to join the fun!
Fairy House Scavenger Hunt - For ages 0-14, with an adult
Sun, Jun 18, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Reading Garden
Try to find all of the hidden... more
Try to find all of the hidden Fairy Houses as you walk through our Reading Garden!
Father's Day Art Cart - For ages 3-14, with an adult
Sun, Jun 18, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library this week and use the supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" art cart to make a card for dad or someone special!
Early Voting
Sun, Jun 18, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Saratoga County Early Voting... more
Saratoga County Early Voting location. See description below for specific dates and times.
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