STORY TIME!

 

Each Wednesday, infants, toddlers and preschoolers (and their caregivers!) meet at 11:00 a.m. for Story Time at the Library.  Research shows that early exposure to books and libraries develops reading readiness and a lifelong love of learning and libraries.  In this half-hour session, we read aloud, sing songs, move about, and explore the world around us through literature.  Parents and children are encouraged to stay after story time so children have time for free play while grown-ups browse for books. 

 

Registration is encouraged but not required.  For more information, stop by the Library or call us at 733-5750.

 

Story Time at the Stephentown Memorial Library is part of our Rural Reading Readiness Program, a grant-funded opportunity made possible through a Family Literacy Services Award from the New York State Library.

BOOK CLUB ALERT!

The Book Club is back at the Library!  The Stephentown Memorial Library Book Discussion Group announces a change in venue for its monthly meeting.  Meetings will now be held on Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m in the Library Meeting Room.  The April 3rd meeting is a special book and movie viewing, scheduled to last longer than usual.  Bring a lunch and check out the new quarters… new members are always welcome

BOARD ANNOUNCES MEETING CHANGE

Susan Brissette, President of the Stephentown Memorial Library Board of Trustees, announces that the Board voted to approve a change in its meeting time.  Beginning February 14th, Board meetings will begin at 7:00 PM.

 

LIBRI FOUNDATION GRANT AWARD

 

The books are here!!!

 

Sixty-five brand new and beautiful books from the Libri Foundation have just arrived.  They are being processed by library staff and will be ready for display at our Grand Opening on Friday, February 22nd. 

 

With a goal of strengthening our appeal to pre-teen and teenage readers, these books will give young readers plenty to explore, and perhaps persuade those less likely to read to give us a visit.  We are always happy to recommend books to young readers, and the Libri Foundation has provided us with some excellent choices.

 

Supporting the belief that early access to books promotes a life-long love of reading, the Libri Foundation – and those in our community who met their fundraising challenge – is making a significant difference to Stephentown.  Thank you!

The Monthly Adult Book Discussion Group now meets in the Meeting Room of the Stephentown Memorial Library every 1st Thursday at 1:00 pm.