We had a fantastic turn out for our first after school program of the season. I would first like to thank Tracy, Angelique, Joyce, Don, Mark, Edie, Kris, Sarah, Karen and Jason for making this work. With out all the adults helping out, none of our programs would happen. I'd also like to thank Pittsfield Garden Center and Joe Desena for providing the pumpkins.
There are some days when I wonder if all the volunteer work is worth it, but when I see 26 kids having a great time with each other carving pumpkins, and then see them all hanging out in our library, I know it is worth it. Scroll down a bit to see a slideshow (photos by Lauren Mayer).
Halloween Night
Please stop by the library Halloween night, Sharon will be there with some surprises, and you will see all the pumpkins carved yesterday on display.
New Books
Sharon and Angelique took a book buying trip using some of our Turrell grant money. Look for lots of new additions to the Jr. non fiction section soon.
Programs
For the complete schedule of our fall programs click here.
E Mail
If you would like to be added to our e mail information list send us a note at pittsfieldvtlibrary@gmail.com.
October 31 - evening
Once again the library is giving out new books for Halloween. Come see the pumpkins too!
After School Program:
DETAILS:
Tuesdays from 3:30pm - 5pm
The Library is a school bus stop, so you can arrange for easy drop-off.
Please be prompt picking up your child,
the library closes at 5pm.
Children younger than 2nd grade are welcome to participate with a parent present. Healthy snacks will be served.
ALL PROGRAMS WILL START BY MEETING AT THE LIBRARY.
October 28
PUMPKIN CARVING and GRAVESTONE RUBBING
Younger kids will carve pumpkins to decorate the Library for Halloween. Older kids will head to the cemetary to learn the ancient art of gravestone rubbing.
November 4
SCAVENGER HUNT
Becky Ruben says, "Dress for the weather, bring your eagle eyes, we're going to have a blast!"
November 11
TISSUE PAPER COLLAGE
Edie Johnstone is back with a colorful and creative craft project all ages of kids will love.
USBORNE BOOK FAIR
to benefit the Library
Saturday 11/8, 10am - 1pm
Sunday 11/9, 10:30am - 2pm
Quality Books for Kids.
Just in time for Holiday Giving.
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More After School Program:
November 18
SASKIA'S SURPRISE
Last year you danced in her wooden shoes, what will she come up with this year? We can't wait!
December 2
THE CHICKEN MAN
Amee Farm manager Chris Orosz is bringing a variety live young poultry for us to enjoy and learn about.
December 9
SNOW GLOBES
Sculpt your own snow scene and make a glittery, magical Snow Globe with Angelique.
December 16
GINGERBREAD HOUSES
Joyce and Angelique will help you decorate an amazing gingerbread house, bring your imagination!
Attending: Marion Abrams, Susie Martin, Sharon Mayer, Nancy Blessing, Angelique Lee, Karen Waterworth
Treasurer’s Report
Regular Checking
Disbursements: Saturday Programs $ 14.43
Postage 5.74
Books 106.21
Receipts: Book Sale $642.15
Ending Balance: $4, 423.78
-202.00 for telephone
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$4,221.78
Half.com Checking Account Transactions
$ 16.75
200.00
Ranney Justin CD $ 1,000.00
AEF $ 641.80
Topic of Discussion
Continued difficulty covering library shifts. Schedule available at htttp://tinyurl.com/2ave4j
Bazaar book Sale declared a success
Unsold books slated to be donated to the family who accepted the same last year and is involved in establishing a library in the Phillipines
Opportunity for developing a pen pal program with that community discussed
Book Swap shelf made available at the Pitt Stop
Nancy Blessing and Sharon Mayer have gained some familiarity with the online lending of books via www.listenupvermont.org
Those interested in learning more may go to site and use 333 for testing
Plans to initiate RCML participation in program once more volunteers become familiar with the downloading procedure discussed
Decision made to purchase 2 MP3 players to lend to library members for downloading of books
Procedure for registering members for www.listenupvermont.org privileges discussed
Decision made to purchase Rolodex for handy compilation of registered member information
Book Club suspended due to declining participants
Community Dinner/Fund Raiser/Opportunity to award Susie Martin Volunteer Award discussed, date and venue undecided
Vermont Humanities Council Reading & Discussion Programs discussed, adequate number of participants questionable, possibility of pairing with other small library suggested
Library after school program slated for Tuesday afternoons 3:30 to 5:00 , starting October 28th with pumpkin carving
Angelique Lee present a rough draft of possible programs through December
More ideas and volunteers needed for continued success with after school program
Sharon Mayer volunteered to distribute free books at the library to Trick or Treaters on Halloween
As you may know we were worried about finding a good home for the books we couldn't sell. We are thrilled that the Matulac family will once again be taking the books to send to a small town in the Philippines where they are creating a library. We are working on setting up a pen pal program with children from the town, so please check back. We will be looking for local pen pals to write back.
