Apple Cider Time - Rescheduled Event

Program Date: please see date below

Children will learn how to make Apple Cider This workshop is for ages 5 - 8 years old.

Where: Storytime Room, then Outside
Time: Thursday, November 5, 2009, 4 - 5 PM
(program time is 45 minutes)

The first half of the program is in the story time room and the second half of the program takes place outside of the library. Children should dress appropriately.

This program is paid for by the Friends of Middletown Thrall Library.

For more information, please visit the Children's Dept. or call (845) 341-5470.

Apple Cider Time (event cancelled due to weather)

Program Date: please see date below

Children will learn how to make Apple Cider This workshop is for ages 5 - 8 years old.

Where: Storytime Room, then Outside
Time: Saturday, October 24, 2009, 1:30 PM
(program time is 45 minutes)

Please note: If weather becomes an issue, this event will be cancelled and rescheduled at another time. Please call 341-5470 during library hours to confirm program will be held.

Registration is required.

The first half of the program is in the story time room and the second half of the program takes place outside of the library. Children should dress appropriately.

This program is paid for by the Friends of Middletown Thrall Library.

For more information, please visit the Children's Dept. or call (845) 341-5470.

Fall Fun @ Thrall!

Program Date: please see date below

From the Youth Services Department at Middletown Thrall Library Presents...

Fall Fun @ Thrall!

Story Time

Registration begins Tuesday, September 8, 2009, and continues through Wednesday, September 23, 2009.

Story Time starts on Wednesday, September 30, 2009, through Wednesday, October 29, 2009.

A Workshop for Parents: "Keeping It Real Online"

Discuss Internet awareness and child safety issues.
Monday, September, 21, 2009, 6 PM to 6:45 PM.

Story Time - Special Guest Sukey Molloy

Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Ages 18 months to 35 months: 9:45 AM to 10:25 AM
3 and 4 years old: 10:45 AM to 11:25 AM

A Magic Show - Starring Joe Fischer

October 29, 2009, 4:30 PM
2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Puppet Workshop with Sylvia Markson, ventriloquist

Saturday, November 7, 2009, 11 AM
2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

"The Sword and the Stone" - Presented by Traveling Lantern

Sunday, November 15, 2009, 2 PM
2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

"Gobble, Gobble!" - A Thanksgiving Story

Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 9: 30 AM
Ages 18 months to 35 months

"Gobble, Gobble!" - A Thanksgiving Story + Craft

Wednesday, November 18, 2009, 4:15 PM to 5:00 PM
5 years old and up.

"A Christmas Carol" - Presented by Traveling Lantern

Sunday, December 6, 2009, 2 PM
2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Lunch and a Movie

Tuesday, December 29, 2009, 12 PM.
In the Story Time Room. Registration required.

Meet Sasha the Therapy Dog!

Wednesday, December 30, 2009, 11 AM
2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Learn to Knit or Crochet

October 19, 2009, 6 PM to 7:45 PM
November 2, 2009, 6 PM to 7:45 PM
November 16, 2009, 6 PM to 7:45 PM
December 7, 2009, 6 PM to 7:45 PM
2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Questions?

Please visit the Children's Dept. or call (845) 341-5470.

Beethoven Program Update

Program Date: August 3, 2009

"The Life of Beethoven" program, presented by Traveling Lantern Theatre Company, has been rescheduled for August 3rd, 4:30 PM.

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5479 if you have any questions.

Program Cancelled, to Be Rescheduled

Date: July 22, 2009

"The Life of Beethoven" (presented by Traveling Lantern Theatre Company) has been cancelled but will be rescheduled at a later date.

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5479 for more details.

Internet Safety Workshop for Parents

Date: See program information below:

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Services Department Presents

"Keeping it Real" Online

A Workshop for Parents on Internet Safety for Children

Monday, July 27, 2009, 6:30 - 7:30 PM

This FREE program will be held in the Story Time Room in our Children's Department.

Refreshments will be served.

For more information, please visit the Children's Department at Thrall or call 341-5470.

Summer 2009 Events at Thrall

Date: See program information below:

• Hocus Pocus - It's Joe Fischer A Magic Show. See all kinds of cool magic tricks!
  Wednesday, July 8, 2009, 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
• PlayMove&Sing - featuring Sukey Molley (two sessions)
  
  • Session 1: Mommy & Me Classes
    Ages 18 to 35 months.
    Wedneday, July 15, 2009, 9:45 AM to 10:25 AM
    in the Story Time Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
    Registration is required.
  • Session 2: Mommy & Me Classes
    Ages: 3 - 4 years old
    Wednesday, July 15, 2009, 10:45 AM to 11:25 AM
    in the Story Time Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
    Registration required.
    For more information on PlayMove&Sing: www.playmovesing.com
• "Be Creative with Jester Jim"
  Juggling, tricks, and wacky fun!
  Monday, July 20, 2009, 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
• Explore Marco Polo's Travels with storyteller Lee Randazzo
  Tuesday, July 21, 2009, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
• "The Life of Beethoven" - presented by Traveling Lantern Theatre Company
  Experience the creative mind of Beethoven.
  Update: PROGRAM CANCELLED - to be rescheduled (please call 341-5479)
  (Originally scheduled for Wednesday, July 22, 2009, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.)
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
  No registration required.
• Learn about Stamp Collecting - presented by Tom Riley
  Ages 8 and up.
  Thursday, July 23, 2009, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM
  Registration is required.
• Joe Fischer's Secrets of Magic
  Ages 6 and up.
  A magic workshop!
  Tuesday, July 28, 2009, 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM.
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
• PlayMove&Sing - featuring Sukey Molley (two sessions)
  
  • Session 1: Ages 18 to 35 months.
    Wednesday, July 29, 2009, 9:45 AM to 10:25 AM.
    in the Story Time Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
    Registration required.
  • Session 2: Ages 3 to 4 years old.
    Wednesday, July 29, 2009, 10:45 AM to 11:25 AM.
    in the Story Time Room at Middletown Thrall Library.
    Registration required.
• Children's Concert - featuring Ulla Suokko and Carlos Revollar
  Thursday, July 30, 2009, 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

For more information, please visit the Children's Department at Thrall or call 341-5470.

NYS Summer Reading Program: Be Creative at Your Library!

Date: See program information below:



Please join us as we celebrate 2009's New York State Summer Reading Theme:

Be Creative!

at Middletown Thrall Library's Children's Department

Cool PRIZES, great books, lots of FUN, and wonderful programs - all for FREE!

Register for the 2009 Summer Reading Club:

Monday, June 15, 2009
through Friday, July 3, 2009

2009 Summer Reading Club starts on Monday, July 6, 2009

Space is limited, so please don't delay!

Attention: Parents and Caregivers
Help your children succeed in school! How? Become a member of the 2009 Summer Reading Club at Thrall!

For more information, please visit the Children's Department at Thrall or call 341-5470.

Story Time Dates (April and May 2009)

See program date(s) below:

"First Step" Story Time is for ages 18 months to 35 months.
This group meets on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM.
No registration is required.
Dates: April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13

"Three to Get Ready & Four to Go!" is for ages 3 and 4.
Stories, songs, finger plays and/or games.
This group meets on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM -11:15 AM.
Registration is required
Dates: April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13

"Moving Up" is for ages 5-7,
Stories, crafts, and/or games based on a theme.
This group meets on Wednesdays at 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM.
Registration is required
Dates: April 22, April 29, May 6, May 13

"Exploring" is for ages 8-13,
Fiction and nonfiction stories, discussion and/or craft.
This group meets on Thursdays 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Registration is required.
Dates: April 23, April 30, May 7, May 14

Come Draw With Me - Program Rescheduled

Program dates: (see below)

The "Come Draw with Me" program for Saturday, May 2, 2009, has been canceled.

The program has been rescheduled for May 23, 2009.

Please call 341-5470 for more information.

Spring 2009 Programs for Children

Program dates: (see below)

Spring is a great time for creativity and trying new things!

Middletown Thrall Library's Children's Department invites you to attend these fun-filled events:

• Ages 3 & 4: Create your own Easter / Spring craft! - Wednesday, April 15, 2009, 11 am to 11:30 am
• Ages 5 & up: Create your own Sock Bunny! - Wednesday, April 15, 2009, 3 pm to 3:45 pm
• Ages 8 & up: Create your own Ceramic Egg! - Thursday, April 16, 2009, 3 pm to 3:45 pm

Spring is also a time for fun! Join us for...

Movie Time @ Thrall Library - Friday, April 17, 2009, 2 pm
For ages 5 and up.

All programs will be held in the Children's Dept. Story Hour Room.

Huge selections of board games are available, too! For more information, please call 341-5470.

Program: "Everyone Can Be Irish"

Program date: Thursday, March 12, 2009, 4-5 PM

Enjoy "a program of stories, a game, a craft, and a taste of Irish Soda Bread."

Kathy LaRocca ("the Library Lady") will present this program.

Registration is required. Limited to 25 participants. Please call 341-5470 for more information.

Funding from The Friends of Middletown Thrall Library, Inc. made this program possible.

2009 Children's Programs: February 4th to March 25th

See individual program date(s) below:

First Steps

• Ages: 18 to 35 months. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
  
  Drop in for stories, finger plays, and/or songs.
  
  Wednesdays, 9:30 to 10:30 AM
  
  No registration required.

Preschool Programs

• Three to Get Ready and Four to Go!
  • Ages: 3 and 4. Stories, songs, crafts, and/or games.
    
    Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11 AM
    
    Starts: Wednesday, February 4
    Ends: Wednesday, March 25
    
    Registration required.

School Age Programs

• Moving Up
  • Ages: 5 to 8. Stories, crafts, and/or games.
    
    Wednesdays, 4 - 5 PM.
    
    Starts: Wednesday, February 4
    Ends: Wednesday, March 25
    
    Registration required.

Exploring

• Ages: 8 to 13
  
  Nonfiction books, discussion, activities, and/or crafts.
  
  Thursdays, 4 - 5 PM
  
  All of the following programs require registration:
  • February 5 - Book Hunt
  • February 19 - Get Acquainted with Mardi Gras
  • March 5 - Board Games
  • March 19 - Your Family Tree

Homework Help

• Bring in the information for your school assignments, and we will help you find the books or other resources to help you complete your work.

Movie

• Friday, February 13, 2 PM: Please call 341-5470 for movie title.

Come Draw with Me

• Please click here for the schedule.

Knitting & Crocheting Workshop

See program date(s) below:

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Services Department invites you to join our Knitting and Crocheting Workshop.

Learn basic stitches, or share skills you already learned!

This program is open to children age 8 and up, young adults, and adults.

Workshop Schedule

• Monday, January 26, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
• Monday, February, 9, 6:30 - 7:30 pm
• Monday, February 23, 6:30 - 7:30 pm

in Thrall's 2nd Floor Community Room

Our workshop offers:

• A demonstration of basic stitches
• Yarn for practice
• Knitting and crocheting books
• How-to DVDs
• Discussions of simple projects

Requirements for Participation

• Please register in the Children’s Department
• Bring size 7-9 knitting needle or size 8-10 crochet hook to workshop

For More Information:

Please call 341-5470. If weather is inclement on scheduled days, please call 341-5454 or 341-5470 for any schedule changes.

Free Movie at Thrall!

See program date below;

We invite you to enjoy a free animated Disney classic film on Saturday, October 25, 2008, at 2 PM in the Children's Department's Story Hour Room at Middletown Thrall Library.

While licensing restrictions prohibit us from publicizing the title of the movie, you may call (845)341-5470 to find out what is playing.

Fall 2008 Activities

See program date(s) below:

Here is the Fall 2008 information for children's activities at Thrall:


General Information




First Steps




Preschool Program





School Age Programs



Special Programs




For more information, please call the Children's Department at 341-5470.

Summer 2008 Activities

Posted on June 18, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

Here is the schedule for children's summer activities at Thrall:

• Friday, July 11, 2008: "The Butterfly Lady"
  Time: 4:30 pm -5:30 pm
  Where: Community Room
  Ages: 5 and up
  No registration required
• Monday, July 14, 2008: "Bugs N Things that Go Bump in the Night"
  Time: 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  Where:Community Room
  No registration required
  All Ages
• Friday, July 18, 2008: "Stretch the Silly Man"
  Time: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm
  Where: Community Room
  All ages
  No Registration required
• Tuesday, July 22, 2008: "Ben Franklin"
  Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
  Where: Community Room
  All ages
  No Registration required
• Thursday, July 24, 2008: "The Catepiller Hunter"
  Time: 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm
  Where: Community Room
  All ages
• Wednesday, July 30, 2008: "Build your Own Blue Bird Nest"
  Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
  Where: Community Room
  Ages: 6 and up
  Registration is required
• Friday, August 1, 2008: "Bug out with Outdoor Activities"
  Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 pm
  All ages
  No registration required.

For more information, please call the Children's Department at 341-5470.

Regents Exams

Posted on June 6, 2008

The Regents Exam Prep Center was developed by the Oswego City School District to help students prepare for New York State Regents Exams.

It covers mathematics, science and history regents and includes study strategies, formula sheets, thematic reviews and old examinations.

The New York State Education Department (NYSED) provides old exams with answers at their State Assessment website.

The New York State Library also provides digital copies of exams for all subjects.

Regents Examination schedules can be accessed from here.

The library also has Barron's Review Guides for many subjects.

Summer Reading 2008 Registration

Posted on May 29, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

Registration for the 2008 Summer Reading program at Middletown Thrall Library will begin on Monday, June 9, 2008 and continue through Monday June 30, 2008.

Registration requires a vaild library card and must be done in person.

The Summer Reading Program starts on Monday July 7, 2008 and continues up to Monday, August 4, 2008.

For more information, please call the Children's Department at 341-5470.

A Mother's Day Gift

Posted on April 15, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

Middletown Thrall Library Youth Services Department Presents "A Mother’s Day Gift," a special three day craft program for persons 8 to 13 years old. Here are the dates:

• Monday, April 21, 2008: 3:00 PM until done
• Wednesday, April 23, 2008: 3:00 PM until done
• Friday, April 25, 2008: 3:00 PM until done

This event will be held in the Children’s Department at Middletown Thrall Library. Registration is required.

For more information, please call us at 341-5470.

Magic Tricks

Posted on April 9, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

Come and join us for a fun filled day of magic tricks with Seth Dale on Saturday, May 17, 2008, at 2:00 pm in the 2nd floor community room at Middletown Thrall Library.

Successful College Interviews

Posted on April 8, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

On May 13, 2008, Lesley Cymrot of Learning Seminars Co., will present two workshops to the students of Middletown High School on Successful College Interviews.

This event is a collaborative effort between Middletown Thrall Library: Youth Services and School Media Specialist Jean Allee.

Please call the Youth Services Department at Thrall at 341-5470 for more information.

The Pursuit of Happiness

Posted on March 27, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

Calling all "actors and actresses” ages 5 to 13! Middletown Thrall Library Youth Services invites you to star in our production of "We the People Bookshelf." The theme will be "The Pursuit of Happiness."

For more details, please call Youth Services at (845) 341-5470.

You can learn more about "We the People Bookshelf" at the National Endowment for the Humanities website.

New Hours at Summitfield

Posted on March 25, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

The Summitfield Children's Learning Center new hours are:

• Monday: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Tuesday: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
• Wednesday: 2:00pm - 5:00 pm
• Thursday:2:00 pm - 5:00 pm

The Lion,the Witch, and the Wardrobe

Posted on March 7, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

On Friday April 25, 2008 at 10:30 AM, the Traveling Lantern Theatre Company will present their dramatic and entertaining rendition of "The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe."

This performance will be held in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall.

Green Golly and Her Golden Flute

Posted on March 7, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

We invite you to attend a music and storytheater program for children called "Green Golly & her Golden Flute."

This program will be presented by Tugboat Music on Saturday April 5, 2008 at 2:00 PM in the 2nd Floor Community Room.

Story Time Updates

Posted on March 6, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

"First Step" Story Time is for ages 18 months to 35 months.
This group meets on Wednesdays at 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM.
No registration is required.

"Three to Get Ready & Four to Go!" is for ages 3 and 4.
Stories, songs, finger plays and/or games.
This group meets on Wednesdays at 10:30 AM -11:15 AM.
Registration is required

"Moving Up" is for ages 5-7,
Stories, crafts, and/or games based on a theme.
This group meets on Wednesdays at 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM.
Registration is required

"Exploring" is for ages 8-13,
Fiction and nonfiction stories, discussion and/or craft.
This group meets on Thursdays 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Registration is required.

Two Free Movies!

Posted on February 7, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

The Middletown Thrall Library Youth Services Department invites you to come see two free movies being shown at the library:

• (Call 341-5470 for title): Friday, February 15, 2008, at 10 AM - A Disney/Pixar film!
• (Call 341-5470 for title): Friday, February 15, 2008, at 2 PM - An action-packed superhero film!

The films will be shown in the 2nd Floor Community Room.

Ever Wish You Could Draw?

Posted on January 30, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

There's an artist in you waiting to be discovered! Get in touch with your creative side by attending our popular "Come Draw with Me" series in the Children's Department.

This program is held on Saturdays for the age range of 7 to 12 years old. There is a program limit of 15 participants, who must be Middletown Thrall Library card holders.

Registration is required on the day of each program. Here is the schedule for 2008:

• January 12th, 12 – 1 pm: "Drawing New York City"
• February 9th, 12 - 1 pm: "Vase with Flowers on Table"
• March 8th, 1 - 2 pm: "Outside Windows and Plants"
• April 5th , 1 - 2 pm: "Chicks and Eggs"
• May 10th, 12 - 1 pm: "Dragons"
• June 14th, 12 - 1 pm: "Bees and Ants"
• July 19th, 12 - 1 pm: "The Pink Panther Cartoon"
• August 9th, 12 - 1 pm: "Sunflowers and Vase"
• September 13th, 1 - 2 pm: "Spiders and Webs"
• October 11th, 1 - 2 pm: "Squirrels and Acorns"
• November 15th 1 - 2 pm: "Turkeys"
• December 13th, 12 - 1 pm: "Evergreen Trees"

For more information, please call 341-5470.

In the Mood for Something Sweet?

Posted on January 30, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

On Wednesday, February 13, 2008, from 4:30 PM to 5:15 PM, Something Sweet Dessert Cafe will present "Something Sweet," a program about Valentine Day Cookie Decorating.

This program will be held in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall. Registration is required, and the program is limited to Thrall card holders. Suggested age range for this program is 4 to 13 years old.

For more information, please call 341-5470.

Learn to Knit!

Posted on January 30, 2008 - See program date(s) below:

Have you always wanted to know how to knit or crochet? Now is your chance! Consider attending this program to learn the basic stitches for knitting and crocheting.

This program is open to ages 8 - 17. You must be a member of Thrall Library.

Workshops will be held on the following days:

• Monday, February 25, 2008: 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm
• Monday, March 10, 2008: 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm
• Monday, March 24, 2008: 6:30 pm to 7:45 pm

For more information, please call 341-5470.

Welcome to our new blog!

Posted on January 29, 2008

Welcome to the new Youth Services Department blog! In the coming weeks and months we plan to share with you some different and interesting things.

What kinds of things? Select highlights of new books and notable items in our children's and young adult library collections, some interesting and informative websites, as well as upcoming library events for children, teens, or parents.

Stay tuned for more updates in the near future!