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HYBRID: Daytime Book Group

Books & Conversation
2024-11-21 14:00:00 2024-11-21 15:00:00 America/New_York HYBRID: Daytime Book Group Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room, Program Room C

Thursday, November 21
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-21 14:00:00 2024-11-21 15:00:00 America/New_York HYBRID: Daytime Book Group 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. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room, Program Room C

AS Virtual Room, Program Room C

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.

Attend this program in person at the Library or from home on ZOOM. Registration required only for those attending on ZOOM.

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

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AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | Books and Reading |

TAGS: | Hybrid |

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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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

Front Entry Construction
Fri, Nov 22, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
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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
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For those interested in learning more about American history and government, or those preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Exam in 2024-2025.
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Front Entry Construction
Sat, Nov 23, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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.
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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
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Due to front entry construction, patrons will enter and exit through Piracci Board Room.
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Download Ebooks, Audiobooks, & TV
Mon, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
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Appy Hour: Photography Tools
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
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ZOOM: PJ Story Time - Family program
Tue, Dec 03, 7:00pm - 7:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - YS Virtual Room
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
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Thu, Dec 05, 11:00am - 1:00pm
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - 2nd Floor Reading Area
Improve reading skills or help... more
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This event is full
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
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Thu, Dec 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
Join us for a festive cookie... more
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room C
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Registration is now closed
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Fri, Dec 06, 10:30am - 11:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
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Registration opens Friday, November 22 2024 at 9:00am
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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
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