Pittsfield Library’s Blog Vox 2009-05-03T14:19:37Z Pittsfield Library http://pittsfieldlibrary.vox.com/?_c=feed-atom-full tag:vox.com,2006:6p00d4141ea914685e/tags/kids/ Tues. 3 - 5pm | Thurs. 5 - 7pm | Pittsfield, Vermont | 746-4067 22 kids in PJs in the library tag:vox.com,2008-12-24:asset-6a00d4141ea914685e010981584c70000d 2008-12-24T18:45:57Z 2009-05-03T14:19:37Z Pittsfield Library http://pittsfieldlibrary.vox.com/?_c=feed-atom-full
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The night before the night before Christmas party was great success, thanks everyone who showed up.  22 kids in PJs, and a bunch of parents, listened to "The Night Before Christmas," "Rudolph the Red Nose Reindeer," then watched "The Polar Express." 

See you all next year!


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Join us for a new Christmas ritual.

Tuesday December 23rd at 6pm come to Pittsfield's Roger Clark Memorial Library.

We will read a few Christmas stories, enjoy coco and snacks and watch the movie Polar Express.  Wear your PJs and bring pillows and blankets to sit on the floor for the movie.

The Polar Express:
This magical holiday tale tells of a young boy who still wants to believe in Santa even though his friends have “grown out of it.” His faith is rewarded when a steam train pulls up to his house and escorts him to the North Pole to meet Santa. The cutting-edge “motion capture process” used to film this story allows the real life actors to drive the emotions and movements of the animated characters.

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Thanks everyone for a great season of after school programs.  We had 20 to 25 kids at most of our programs, and we couldn't have done it without our volunteers.  In fact we are nothing without our volunteers.  Literally.  We are a 100% volunteer run library.  If you would like to see more programs like this in the spring, drop us a line at pittsfieldvtlibrary@gmail.com and let us know how you can help.  Can you show up to unlock the door every week?  Do you have a project or interest to share one week?  Are you good at organizing?  Join the competition for the 2009 Susie Martin Award.



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News from Angelique:

Wow, we made snowglobes last week! The kids created an awesome variety of snowmen, palm trees, penguins and even a snowpizza! Snowglobes can be picked up on Tuesday at the library. Join us for our final after school program until spring: Gingerbread Houses!


See more photos here.

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This week the Hayden family shared grown chickens, baby chickens, origami chickens and of course chicken books with the Pittsfield Library's after school crew.  It was wonderful to see over 25 kids hanging out in the library, looking at the new books and using the new couch.  Thanks you Jason, Maysie and Sam for sharing your chickens and your knowledge with us.

Enjoy a slideshow of the afternoon.





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From Angelique:

Thank you Saskia Groom for giving our latest After School Program! Saskia lead an enthusiastic crowd of 17 kids in an exploration of African dance and drumming. Before each program the kids meet in the library, giving them a chance to socialize, use the computer and browse the books.

Our program takes a short break next week and resumes December 2nd with the Hayden Family sharing their chickens with us. They have some special activities planned that you won't want to miss!

We still need babyfood jars for the December 9th Snow Globe program. Please drop them off at the library door anytime. THANK YOU!


See more photos from Saskia's program at here.


Other news:

Yoga instructor Gianna Gilmer will be presenting a program for all ages discussing the benefits of connecting the mind & body, the program will be for all ages and all levels.  We will have more information soon.  Monday December 1st at 3:30 (children must be accompanied by an adult).

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News from Angelique:

Thank you so much to all of the parents who help with the program every week, we couldn't do without your participation - we had 27 kids this week! We were delighted to have Edie Johnstone lead us in a collage activity - using acid free art board, the finished pieces received a special layer of varnish making this beautiful art suitable for framing. 

I posted the most recent  photo album at: http://sites.google.com/site/pittsfieldvtlibrary/

Next week Saskia Groom will be leading us in a freestyle program of drumming, dance, storytelling and singing.

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Carving Pumpkins
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.




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Trick or Treat:
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.

The Usborne Internet-Linked First Encyclopedia of Our World
The Usborne Internet-Linked First Encyclopedia of Our World
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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!

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We had a great turn out for the clinic last night at the Library.  About 40 people showed up to participate, 25 kids and and another 15 or so adults.  Doug told a few stories about Downhill racing in the Olympics and World Cup and let everyone see his World Cup Medal.  On display in the library were some of his fantastic Olympic memorabilia and a selection of related books.

The group warmed up with laps around the ball field then stretched.  Next came chicken walks, high leaps, galloping, sashaying and of course running.  Then an amazing obstacle course including gates to run, hoops to jump through, GIANT basketballs to dunk and a hay bale pyramid (thanks Susie for the loan of hay bales).  After the adults finished getting the kids through the course they took a turn trying it out.
Thanks to all who participated, helped with set up and clean up, and a special thank you to Doug and Kelly Lewis of ELITEAM camps!

Enjoy the pictures.



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