Family Fun

The Ned Show!

Friday, December 28th, 3 - 4 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room

at Middletown Thrall Library

"Audiences laugh themselves silly at this show full of juggling, magic, unicycling, and an incredible amount of hilarious good-natured participation."
A great family show!

This program is free and open to all ages.

No registration required.

December Events

Holiday Story Time

Wednesday, December 5th, 9:30 - 10 AM (ages 18 months - 35 months)
Wednesday, December 5th, 10:15 - 10:45 AM (ages 3 - 5)
No Registration Required. In the Story Time Room at Thrall.

The Christmas Carol Trio

Saturday, December 8th, 1 PM
in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall.
Featuring holiday songs from around the world!

Holiday Craft

Thursday December 13th, 6 PM
in the Story Time Room at Thrall.
Design your very own holiday craft!
For ages 7 -13. Registration required.

Read to Sasha the Therapy Dog!

Dec. 10th, 4:15 pm - 5:30 pm
Registration is required.
For ages 6 - 13.

LEGO Creations!

December 1st & December 15th, 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
in the Story Time Room at Thrall.
Build your own creations!


For more information on any event, please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470.

Creature Feature

Animal Embassy

"Amazing Adaptations"

Saturday, November 10, 2012, 2 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Experience the exotic animals of Animal Embassy! No registration necessary. * All ages welcome!

* Please note: this program may not be appropriate for children under 3 years old. Parents, please use discretion.

Weather Advisory for Children's Events

* Updated *

UPDATE: The library will be closed Monday, October 29, 2012, due to weather-related concerns.

Also: due to potential weather-related issues on Tuesday, October 30th, we are asking anyone attending children's events on this date to please call our Children's Department first to determine if any events will be cancelled or rescheduled.

Please call us at (845) 341-5470 to be sure. Thank you.

Halloween Event

Learn to Draw Haunted Houses

with Catherine DeMaio

Sunday, October 28th, 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

in the Story Time Room at Middletown Thrall Library

For ages 7 - 13. Registration is required.

Come in Costume!

Movie Event

Lunch-N-Movie

Tuesday, October 30, 2012, 11 AM

in the Story Time Room at Middletown Thrall Library

Please call 341-5470 for the movie title.

Movie running time: 93 minutes.

Registration is required and space is limited!

For ages 6 - 13.

Registration starts Friday, October 19th

and continues up to Monday, October 29th.

Holiday Event

Thanksgiving Story & Craft

Wednesday, November 14th, 6 - 6:45 PM

in the Children's Department at Thrall

Celebrate Thanksgiving with a story and a craft!

Registration required. For ages 3 - 12.

Scary Stories Event

Afternoon Spooky Stories

with Ms. Betsy & Ms. Theresa

Wednesday, October 31st, 4:15 - 5 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall.

Join us as we share our favorite Halloween Stories.

No registration required. All ages welcome!

Snakeman

Monday, October 29, 2012, 6 - 7 PM

2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Master snake handler and showman will display some of his snakes at Thrall Library.

No registration required.

Please note: these are real snakes which will be on display!

Entertainment Event

Afternoon Gaming

Join us as we play Wii on a large projection screen. Game Dates (4 PM - 6 PM):

• Friday, October 5th
• Friday, November 2nd

For ages 3 to 17. We will meet in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall!

No registration required.

Help for Students!

Homework Help

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4 - 7 PM

in the Children's Room at Middletown Thrall Library

* For Students in Grades 1-6 *

Middletown Thrall Library's teen student volunteers will assist staff in providing homework help to students in grades 1-6 with after-school homework.

Our teen student volunteers will assist with homework assignments in English, math, and other subjects. Parents / guardians, please note: you cannot drop off children.

You must stay in the Children's Room during homework assistance.

No registration required, but space is limited. Here is our schedule:

• October 2nd, 4th, 9th, 11th, 16th, 18th, 23rd, 25th, 30th
• November 6th, 8th, 13th, 15th, 20th, 27th, 29th
• December 4th, 6th

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

Apple Cider Time! Workshop

September 29th, 10 AM

Children will learn to make their own apple cider in a cider press and get to sample the cider!

For ages 5 and up. Registration is required.

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

Knitting Workshops

Free Knitting & Crocheting Workshops

Our popular workshops start up again on Monday, September 24th in the Story Time room at Thrall and continue each Monday, 6 - 7:45 PM.

Mondays:

• Oct. 22nd
• Nov. 5th
• Nov. 19th
• Nov. 26th
• Dec. 10th

You will...

• learn basic stitches
• work on a Project
• knit a scarf
• learn to read patterns

This program is open to children age 8 and up, young adults, as well as adults!

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 visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470.

Read to Sasha! (Sept. - Dec. 2012)

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Services Department Invites You to...

Read to Sasha

the Therapy Dog!

Mondays (4:15 - 5:15 PM):

• Sept. 24th
• Oct. 15th
• Oct. 22nd
• Nov. 19th
• Dec. 10th

For ages 6 - 13. Registration is required.

These events will be held in the Children's Department, Story Time Room, 2nd Floor.

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

Story Time (Sept. & Oct. 2012)

Story Time!

Registration runs from September 10, 2012.

Story Time begins on Wednesday, Sept. 26, 2012 and continues up to Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2012.

"First Step" Storytime
Ages 18 months - 35 months
Wednesdays, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
In the Story Time Room. No registration.

Story Time & Craft
Ages 3 & 4
Wednesdays, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
In the Story Time Room. Registration required.

"Moving Up"
Ages 5 - 7:
Wednesdays, 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

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

Battle of the Books - An Update!

Thrall Library has put together some of its fiercest warrior readers for Battle of the Books, coming up soon on September 8th!

Our teens, grades 6-12 have been working incredibly hard to make our inaugural trip to Battle be a successful one. During Battle the participants will have their knowledge tested on 8 different books from different genres against other library districts throughout RCLS.

First place winners could take home $250! So if you want to come support YOUR library, the Battle will take place at the Pearl River library at 1:00 PM on Saturday, September 8th.

Summer 2012 Event Update

The workshop originally scheduled for July 24 ("Dream Big Art Workshop") will be replaced with: "Art on Tee's: Art on Tee Shirts. Registration is required! The event will be on Tuesday July 24, 2012, 4 - 5:30 PM in the Story Time Room at Thrall.

Summer 2012 Event Update

"Macaroni the Clown" (Update)

10:00 am - 12 noon All ages welcome! No registration required.

Update: Due to the hot weather expected on Friday, this event will be held indoors in the 2nd floor Community Room at Thrall.

Summer 2012 Events & Activities

Summer Schedule

Monday July 2, 2012

• "Dream Big Story Time"
  Story Time Room. 9:30 am - 10:00 am. Ages: 18 months - 35. Months. No registration required.
• "Dream Big Story Time & Craft"
  Story Time Room. 10:15 am - 10:45 am. Ages: 3 & 4. Registration required.
• Knitting & Crocheting with Betsy & Lu.
  Story Time Room. 6:00 pm -7:30 pm. Ages: 8 and up. Registration required.

Tuesday July 3, 2012

• "Dream Big": Explore LEGOS
  Story Time Room. 10:00 am - 12:00 noon. Ages: 3 - 6. No registration required.
• "Dream Big": Explore LEGOS
  Community Room. 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Ages: 6-13. No registration required.

Thursday July 5, 2012

• "Dream Big Story Time"
  Story Time Room. 10:30 am - 11:00 am. All ages are welcomed. No registration.
• "Dream Big Book Discussions"
  Community Room. 4:00 pm -5:00 pm. Group # 1 Grades: 1 & 2. Group # 2: Grades 3 -6. Group # 3: Grades 6 - 12. Registration is required.

Friday July 6, 2012

• Outdoor Event featuring "Macaroni the Clown"
  Side Parking Lot of Thrall Library. 10:00 am - 12 noon All ages welcome! No registration required.
  Update: This event will be held indoors in the 2nd floor Community Room at Thrall.

Monday July 9, 2012

• "Transformation Art" Workshop
  Transform books into works of art. Community Room. 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Ages: 7 - 17. Registration is required.
• Knitting & Crocheting with Betsy & Lu
  Story Time Room. 6:00 pm -7:30 pm. Ages: 8 and up. Registration required.

Tuesday July 10, 2012

• "Dream Big": Explore with LEGOS
  Story Time Room. 10:00 am - 12:00 noon. Ages: 3-6. No registration.
• "Stories by the Camp Fire"
  Story Time Room. 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Ages: 6-12 Registration required.

Wednesday July 11, 2012

• "Dream Big Story Time"
  Story Time Room. 9:30 am - 10:00 am. 18 months - 35 months. No registration required.
• "Dream Big Story & Craft"
  Story Time Room. 10:15 am - 10:45 am. Ages: 3 & 4. Registration required.
• Afternoon Knit & Crochet Crew
  Story Time Room. 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Ages: 8 and up. Registration required
• "Dream Big Key Chain Craft"
  Story Time Room. 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm. Ages: 6-12 Registration required.

Thursday July 12, 2012

• "Board Game Mania"
  Story Time Room. Ages: 3 - 12. 10:00 am - 12 noon. No registration required.
• Dream Big Book Discussions
  Community Room. 4:00 pm -5:00 pm. Group # 1: Grades 1 & 2. Group # 2: Grades 3 -6 Group # 3: Grades 6-12. Registration required.

Friday July 13, 2012

• "Ice Cream Trivia"
  Community Room. 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Ages: 6 - 12 Registration required.

Monday July 16, 2012

• "Transformation Art" Workshop
  Transform books into works of art. Community Room. 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Ages: 7 - 17. Registration is required.
• Knitting & Crocheting with Betsy & Lu
  Story Time Room. 6:00 pm -7:30 pm. Ages: 8 and up. Registration required.

Tuesday July 17, 2012

• "Dream Big Cake Walk"
  Story Time Room. 10:30 am - 11:45 am. All ages welcome! No registration required.
• "Dream Big": Explore with LEGOS
  Story Time Room. 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm. Ages: 6-13. No registration required.

Wednesday July 18, 2012

• "Dream Big Story Time"
  Story Time Room. 9:30 am - 10:00 am. 18 months - 35 Months. No registration required.
• "Dream Big"
  Create your own Fabulous Glitter designs on YOUR sneakers. Story Time Room. 10:15 am - 11:00 am. Ages: 3-6. Registration required.
• Afternoon Knit & Crochet Crew
  Story Time Room. 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm. Ages: 8 and up.
• "Dream Big": Create Your Own Fabulous Glitter Designs on YOUR sneakers
  Story Time Room. 4:00 pm -5:00 pm. Ages: 7-13. Registration required.

Thursday July 19, 2012

• "Board Game Mania"
  Story Time Room. 10:00 am - 12 noon. Ages: 3 - 12. No registration required.
• Dream Big Book Discussions
  Community Room. 4:00 pm -5:00 pm Group # 1: Grades 1 & 2. Group # 2: Grades 3 -6. Group # 3: Grades 6-12. Registration required.

Friday July Friday 20, 2012

• Dazzle Dog Entertainment
  Community Room. All ages welcome! (Family event!) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. No registration required.

Monday July 23, 2012

• Knitting & Crocheting with Betsy & Lu
  Story Time Room. 6:00 pm -7:30 pm. Ages: 8 and up. Registration required.

Tuesday July 24, 2012

• "Dream Big with Your Very Own Instruments!"
  Story Time Room. 10:30 am - 11:30 am. Ages: 4-12. Registration required.
• "Dream Big Art Workshop" - Presented by Catherine DeMaio
  Story Time Room. 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm. Ages: 7 -13. Registration required

Wednesday July 25, 2012

• Dream Big as the Green Golly Project Presents
  "Last Night I Dreamt I Ate a Giant Marshmallow"
  Community Room. All ages are welcome! (Family event!) 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. No Registration required

Thursday July 26, 2012

• "Dream Big Story Time & Creative Movements"
  Story Time Room. 9:30 am - 10:00 am. Ages 18 months - 4 yrs. No Registration. Space is limited!
• "Dream Big" Create Your Very Own Treasure Box!
  Story Time Room. 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. Ages: 5-12. Registration required.

Friday July 27, 2012

• "Dream Big" with Popcorn -N- Movie
  Community Room. Movie start at 3:30 pm.

Monday July 30, 2012

• "Dream Big" - Middletown Thrall Library Presents
  
  "Night time in the Animal Kingdom"
  
  Experience the exotic animals of Animal Embassy.
  
  Community Room. 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm. All ages are welcome! (Family event!)

Reminders

• All reading logs must be submitted by Thursday, August 2, 2012
• Friday, August 3, is "THE DREAM BIG CELEBRATION!

Print This Schedule...

Please click here for a two-page printable schedule of all the events mentioned above. (Adobe PDF).


If you have any questions, please visit the Children's Department or call (845) 341-5470.

Help us out...

Volunteers Needed!

for the 2012 Summer Reading Program

at Middletown Thrall Library

All volunteers must have completed the 6th grade.

Applications and interviews will be conducted on:

• Wednesday, June 20, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM
• Monday, June 25, from 5:30 to 7:30 PM

You must schedule an appointment for an interview on either of these two dates.

For more information: Please see Bridget Manigo, Youth Services Librarian or call (845) 341-5604.

Summer Reading

Kids, this summer...

Dream BIG!

Join us for...

The 2012 New York State

Summer Reading Program

at Middletown Thrall Library

Monday July 2nd to Monday July 30th

Registration runs from Monday, June 11th through Saturday, June 30th.

Participants must have a Middletown Thrall Library card when registering. Register in person only.

We also encourage non-readers and preschoolers (ages up to 6 years old) to join us and participate!

Please click here to view our schedule of events.

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

Calling All Teens!

TEENS, this summer...

OWN. THE. NIGHT.

This is

The New York State

TEEN Summer Reading Program

at Middletown Thrall Library

For Ages 14 - 17

For registration and more details: Please call Bridget Manigo, Youth Services Librarian at (845) 341-5604.

You will NOT want to miss out on the awesome events we have planned for you!

Please click here to view our schedule of events.

Space is very limited, so please act fast!

Read, and Be Victorious!

Battle of the Books

Calling All Readers!

(in Grades 6 - 12)

Join Thrall in a "battle of the books" as we compete with other libraries this September.

Read for fun, wisdom, glory, and... p r i z e s !

The Reading List...

Your challenge is to read the following books. You can read them in any order!

• Anya's Ghost by Vera Brosgol
• City of Bones by Cassandra Clare
• Code Talker by Joseph Bruchac
• Does My Head Look Big in This? by Randa Abdel-Fattah
• Fat Kid Rules the World by K.L. Going
• The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald
• Jurassic Park by Michael Crichton
• The Notorious Benedict Arnold by Steve Sheinkin

Free copies of books are available for borrowing! You can check the library catalog by clicking the links above, or you can ask a librarian!

For more details...

Visit the Children's Department, and we'll tell you everything you need to know! You can also call us at 341-5470.

Time for fun!

Spring Children's Events

at Middletown Thrall Library

• APRIL 9th: Story & Craft
  Time: 11 am -11:30 am
  Ages: 3 - 6
  Get creative!
  Where: Story Time Room
  Registration required.
• APRIL 9th: Spooky Finger Pen
  Time: 3 pm - 3:45 pm
  Ages: 7 -12
  Craft event!
  Where: Story Time Room.
  Registration required.
• APRIL 10th: Board Games Frenzy
  10 am - 5:00 pm
  Ages 3 - 13
  Where: Children's Room
  No registration required.
• APRIL 11th: Read to Sasha!
  The Therapy Dog
  Time: 2 pm - 3:30 pm
  Ages: 6 -13
  Where: Story Time Room.
  Registration required.
• APRIL 12th: Kick into Spring!
  Time: 2 pm - 3pm
  Ages: 3 -13.
  Get Fit! Join us as we kick into spring with various fit stations featuring edible art!
  Where: 2nd floor Community Room.
  Registration required.
• APRIL 13th: Event # 6: A FUN MOVIE!
  Time: 2:00 pm - 3:36 pm.
  For all ages!
  Visit us or call 341-5470 for title.
  Running time: 1 hour, 36 minutes.
  Where: Community Meeting Room.
  No registration required.

Teen Jobs Workshop

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Services Department invites you to learn about...

Employment Opportunities for Teens

(Ages 13 - 18)

Monday, March 26th, 5 - 6 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

New York State Department of Labor Presents: Ms. Yolanda Perez, Youth Coordinator.

Ms. Perez will address your questions regarding employment opportunities for teens, (SYEP) Summer Youth Employment Program, and any questions teens have on how to find a job.

This is a FREE event! No registration necessary! Workshop is for teens only. Please be prompt!

Help is Here!!!

After-School Homework Help

@ Middletown Thrall Library

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4 - 7 PM in the Children's Room at Middletown Thrall Library.

For Students in Grades 1 - 6. Middletown Thrall Library's teen student volunteers will assist staff in providing homework help to students in grades 1-6 with after-school homework. Our teen student volunteers will assist with homework assignments in English, math, and other subjects.

Parents / guardians, please note: you cannot drop off children. You must stay in the Children's Room during homework assistance.

No registration required, but space is limited. Here is our schedule:

• March: 20th, 22nd, 27th (cancelled), 29th
• April: 3rd, 17th, 19th, 24th, 26th
• May: 1st, 3rd, 8th, 10th, 15th, 17th, 22nd, 24th, 29th, 31st

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

Get Crafty this Spring!

Free Knitting & Crocheting Workshops

• Learn basic stitches
• Work on a Project
• Knit a scarf
• Learn to read patterns

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

Workshop Schedule - Mondays, 6 - 7:45 PM:

• April 2nd
• April 16th
• April 30th
• May 14th
• May 21st
• June 4th

in the Story Time room at Thrall

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 visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470.

Stories!

Story Time!

Registration runs from March 26, 2012 to April 9, 2012.

Story Time begins on Wednesday, April 25, 2012 and continues up to Wednesday, May 30, 2012.

"First Step" Storytime
Ages 18 months - 35 months
Wednesdays 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
In the Story Time Room. No registration.

Story Time & Craft
Ages 3 & 4
Wednesdays 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
In the Story Time Room. Registration required.

"Moving Up"
Ages 5 - 7:
Wednesdays: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

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

Tell Me a Story!

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Services Department Invites You to...

Read to Sasha

the Therapy Dog!

Mondays (4:15 - 5:15 PM):

• April 16th
• April 30th
• May 14th
• May 21st
• June 4th

For ages 6 - 13. Registration is required.

These events will be held in the Children's Department, Story Time Room, 2nd Floor.

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

Have Some Fun!

Gaming @ Thrall Library

Join us for Gaming Days

The First Friday of the Month

Game Dates (4 PM - 6 PM):

• Jan 6th
• Feb 3rd
• Mar 2nd
• Apr 6th
• May 4th
• June 1st (cancelled)
• Oct 5th
• Nov 2nd
• Dec 7th

For ages 4 and up. We will meet in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall!

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

Come Draw With Me! 2012

Presented by Catherine DeMaio

on Saturdays - for Ages 7 - 12
in the Children's Department's Story Room at Thrall

Limited to 15 Middletown Thrall Library card holders. Registration is required on day of the program.

The Schedule for 2012:

• January 14, 12 - 1 pm: "Statue of Liberty"
• February 11, 12 - 1 pm: "Our Own Faces"
• March 10, 1 - 2 pm: "Castles"
• April 14, 1 - 2 pm: "Recycle, Reuse, Reduce Posters"
• May 12, 1 - 2 pm: "Lighthouses"
• June 2, 12 - 1 pm: "Roosters"
• July 14, 12 - 1 pm: "Blue Birds"
• August 11, 12 - 1 pm: "Airplane"
• September 8, 12 - 1 pm: "Totem Poles"
• October 13, 1 - 2 pm: "Barns"
• November 3, 1 - 2 pm: "Thanksgiving Dinner"
• December 1, 12 - 1 pm: "Dinosaurs"

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

See a Free Movie

(please call us for the title)

Friday, December 30, 2 PM (103 minutes)

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

For ages: 3-17. Parents must accompany children during the entire movie.

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

An Afternoon of Crafts

Thursday, December 29, 2 - 4 PM

in the Children's Department at Thrall

Please join us! Get creative and have fun!

For ages 3 - 7. No Registration required!

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

Wii

the Ultimate Gaming Experience

Wednesday, December 28, 2011, 2 - 4 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Join us for afternoon fun!

Play Wii games on a large projection screen!

For ages 3 - 17. No registration required!

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

Holiday Stories for Preschoolers

Christmas Story Time for Preschoolers

Wednesday, December 14, 10 - 10:30 AM

in the Story Time Room, Children's Department at Thrall

For ages 24 months to 5 years. Registration required.

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

Holiday Craft & Stories

Christmas Stories by the Fire

Wednesday, December 7, 6 - 6:45 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Join us for a holiday craft and stories "by the fire!"

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

Holiday Musical Event

Christmas Carol Trio

Saturday, December 3, 2011, 1-2 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Join us as we celebrate the holiday season with traditional Christmas Carols from England, Ireland, France, Germany, and America (sung in English, French, and German).

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

Craft & Story Event

Let's Give Thanks!

Wednesday, November 16, 2011, 6 - 6:45 PM

at Middletown Thrall Library, 2nd Floor Community Room

Come celebrate with a craft and stories of Thanksgiving!

For ages 4 - 12. Registration required.

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for more information.

Dog Show (Rescheduled!)

---

Update - A New Date!

Dazzle Dogs

starring

Carina, Windy, Charm, and Cali

Saturday, November 19, 2011, 1 - 1:45 PM
in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Thrall

Join us for a remarkable show of truly dazzling dogs as they delight us with their exceptional talents!

All ages welcome! No registration required.

For more information about the show, please visit www.dazzledogsent.com

Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 if you have questions.

Homework Help!

After- School Homework Help

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 4 - 7 PM

in the Children's Room at Middletown Thrall Library

For Students in Grades 1-6

Middletown Thrall Library's teen student volunteers will assist staff in providing homework help to students in grades 1-6 with after-school homework. Our teen student volunteers will assist with homework assignments in English, math, and other subjects.

Parents / guardians, please note: you cannot drop off children. You must stay in the Children's Room during homework assistance.

No registration required, but space is limited. Here is our schedule:

• October: 25 & 27
• November: 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 29
• December: 1,6, 8, 13

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

Tales & Crafts

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Service Department Presents...

Spooky Fun

at Middletown Thrall Library

Join us for... spooky tales and a scary craft!

Wednesday, October 26, 2011, 6 PM - 6:45 PM in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

For ages 4 - 12. Registration is required.

For more details: Call 341-5470.

Fall 2011 Story Time Schedule

Registration runs from September 12, 2011 to September 23, 2011.

Story Time begins Wednesday, September 28, 2011 and continues up to Wednesday, November 2, 2011.

• "First Step" Storytime
  Ages 18 months - 35 months
  Wednesdays 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
• "Three to Get Ready, Four to Go!" (Story Time & Craft)
  Ages 3 and 4
  Wednesdays 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
• "Moving Up" (Story Time & Craft)
  Ages 5 - 7
  Wednesdays: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

For more information, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

Apple Cider Event

The Traveling Naturalists

Saturday, October 15, 2011, 11 AM

in the Children's Department at Middletown Thrall Library

Come join us this fall as we make apple cider!

For ages 5 - 8. Registration is required. Program runs 45 minutes.

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

Let's Play Games!

Join us for Game Days the first Friday of the month!

Game Dates (4 PM to 6 PM):

• Friday, October 7, 2011
• Friday, November 4
• Friday, December 2

We will have games for ages for and up!

Please Note for August and September there are no First Friday Gaming nights.

For more information on any of these events, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

Craft Workshops

See program date(s) below:

Knitting & Crochet Workshop

Learn basic stitches. Work on a project. Knit a scarf. Learn to read patterns!

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

Workshop Schedule - Mondays, 6 - 7:45 PM:

• September 19th
• October 3rd, 17th, & 24th
• November 7th & 28th
• December 5th

in the Story Time room at Thrall.

Our workshops offer:

• 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 visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470.

Read to Sasha!

Meet Sasha, the Therapy Dog!

Tuesdays (4:15 - 5:15 PM) on these dates:

• September 19th
• October 3rd, 17th, 24th
• November 7th & 14th

These events will be held in the Children's Department, Story Time Room, 2nd Floor.

For ages 6 and up. Registration is required. Each child receives 10 minutes to read to Sasha.

For more information, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

Children's Reading Event

Soar with Reading!

Wednesday, August 31, 2011, 11 AM
in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

JetBlue Airways has teamed up with PBS Kids to present the Soar with Reading Initiative!

Come meet crew members of JetBlue Airways as they read some of their favorite travel adventures!

For Ages 3 and up. No registration required.

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

Ancient Tales & Heroes

Greek Mythology

Performed by Traveling Lantern Theatre Company

Friday, July 29, 4 - 5 PM

at Middletown Thrall Library, 2nd Floor Community Room

Attend this epic and entertaining event featuring stories and heroes from ancient Greek civilization.

Free! All ages welcome. No registration required.

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

Interactive Program

"Goosey's Problem"

performed by Tanya Tyler

Thursday, July 28, 2011, 4 - 5:30 PM

at Middletown Thrall Library, 2nd Floor Community Room

Tanya will perform an interactive rendition of her original story: kids and their parents will get to participate!

There's also a song as well as some toy animal puppets!

At the heart of this fun program are lessons about gossip and the benefits of living in a positive community.

For ages 7 and up. Registration required.

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

World of Stories

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Services Department Presents

One World, Many Stories

Wednesday, July 27, 2011, 4- 5:30 PM

at Middletown Thrall Library 2nd Floor Community Room

Meet Kathy Ceceri author of several children's books, as she presents a craft workshop based on her new book: The Silk Road: Explore the World's Most Famous Trade Route.

Registration is required.

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

Ice Cream!

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Services Department Presents

Cool History!

The History of Ice Cream

Tuesday, July 26, 2011, 4 - 5 PM

at Middletown Thrall Library, 2nd Floor Community Room

Help us celebrate National Ice Cream Month!

Presenter Ms. Eillen will discuss the history of ice cream and demonstrate how to make ice cream!

Ice cream samples will be given to participants in this fun and tasty event!

Registration required.

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

Meet a Clown! Attend a Party!

"Macaroni the Clown"

Meet the Man Behind the Make-Up!

Friday, July 22, 10 AM

at Middletown Thrall Library

This event is part of our outdoor party (10 AM - 12 PM) and will be held outside in the library's side parking lot.

Update (July 22): Due to the very hot weather, our "outdoor" party will instead be held in our cool and comfortable Community Room, which is located on the 2nd floor of our library.

About this event: Meet Tom Mayes and watch as he transforms himself into Macaroni the Clown!

Tom will explain what it is to be a clown and entertain the audience with a little show!

All ages welcome for this event and for our party!

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

Books Becoming Art...

Transformation Art

Tuesday, July 12 and July 19

"Discover a new language of art expression!"

Ms. Mavis will show us how to create "transformation art" with a book.

Watch and learn as an "altered book" becomes a work of art!

You can bring a book you own that you would like to "transform" or just attend and join in the fun!

For ages 7 and up.

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

Explore the Nile

Middletown Thrall Library Youth Services Presents

Down the Nile

Friday, July 15, 2011, 4 - 5 PM

in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library

For ages 7 and up. Registration required.

Come join us as we embark on a fun adventure down the Nile!

We will explore King Tut's tomb and treasures!

We will also craft a bejeweled replica of the Pharoah's collar and team up to play Mummy Wrap!

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

Puppet Theater Event

Middletown Thrall Library Youth Services Presents

The Ivy Vine Players Puppet Theater

"A One-Woman Show with a Cast of 75!"

Staring Grian MacGregor

Singer / Storyteller / Puppeteer

Thursday, July 14, 2011, 4 - 5 PM in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.

Grian MacGregor has created "lively, lovable characters from well-worn clothing" and will present her "wise and whimsical show on a walking, wearable stage!"

We hope you will join us for what should be a fun-filled event!

All ages welcome!

For more information, please call 341-5470. You can also visit Grian's website at www.grianmacgregor.com to learn more about her creations.

2011 Summer Reading Program

Explore

One World, Many Stories!

The 2011 New York State Summer Reading Program

at Middletown Thrall Library

Come join us as we explore places far and near!

Registration begins on Monday, June 13, 2011, and continues through Thursday, June 30, 2011.

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

The Summer Reading Program starts on Tuesday July 5, 2011, and continues up to Friday, August 5, 2011.

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

Updates on "Come Draw with Me"

Some updates on our "Come Draw with Me" series:

• Cancelled: May 7, 1 - 2 PM: "Rainbows"
• Rescheduled: June 11, 12 - 1 PM: "Circus" (originally scheduled for June 4)

For the rest of the schedule, please click here.

For more information on any of these events, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

April 2011 Events for Kids

• Board Game Mania!

  Wednesday, April 13, 2011, 2 PM - 5 PM in the Children's Department Craft Room at Middletown Thrall Library For Ages 3 and up.

• Let's Make Healthy Choices!

  Thursday, April 14, 2011, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM in the Children's Department (Craft Room) at Middletown Thrall Library
  
  Join us @ Thrall Library as we prepare a power one-two punch snack: "Peanut Butter Delight"
  
  For ages 6 and up. Registration required. Parents, please note: This snack contains peanut butter.

• Let's Make All Natural Smoothies!

  Friday, April 15th, 4 to 5 PM in the Children's Department Craft Room at Middletown Thrall Library Children will use a variety of fresh fruit such as: pineapples, strawberries, bananas, or blueberries. For ages 6 and up. Registration required.

• Popcorn and a Movie

  Monday, April 18, 2011, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library
  
  Movie running time: 125 minutes. Please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470 for the movie title. No registration required. Children must be accompanied by an adult. For ages 7 - 13.

• Pajama Party @ Thrall Library!

  Tuesday, April 19, 2011, 5:00 PM - 5:30 PM in the Children's Department Craft Room at Middletown Thrall Library
  
  Sleepy Time & Bedtime Stories
  with "Miss Theresa"
  
  Bring your blankets and teddy bears! Be sure to show up in your favorite pajamas!

For more information on any of these events, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

Book Club Schedule

Go Getters' Book Club - 2011

Come join the Go Getters' Book Club at Middletown Thrall Library!

What's a book club? When people get together to discuss books they read!

All book club meetings are held in the Children's Department.

• Group # 1: Ages 6 & 7 (Grades 1 & 2)
• Group # 2: Ages 8 & 9 (Grades 3 & 4)

Both groups will meet (separately) at the following Tuesdays from 4:15 to 5:15 PM:

• April 12
• April 26
• May 10
• May 24
• June 7

Parents and Guardians: There are many benefits to joining our reading club!

Book clubs help readers to:

• better comprehend what they read
• consider other people's viewpoints
• improve reading skills
• think more deeply and meaningfully
• improve communication skills
• discover and develop new interests
• think more creatively and critically
• have fun while learning

Registration is required and space is limited!

For more information, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

Story Time Schedule (April - June 2011)

Registration runs from April 4, 2011 to April 18, 2011.

Story Time begins on Wednesday, April 27, 2011 and continues up to Wednesday, June 1, 2011

• "First Step" Storytime
  Ages 18 months - 35 months
  Wednesdays 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
• "Three to Get Ready, Four to Go!" (Story Time & Craft)
  Ages 3 and 4
  Wednesdays 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
• "Moving Up" (Story Time & Craft)
  Ages 5 - 7
  Wednesdays: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

For more information, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

Teen Program: Want to Work?

Attention Teens (ages 14 - 17)

Want to Work?

Are you interested in working this summer or after school?

If so, please don't miss Yolanda Perez, Youth Coordinator from New York State Department of Labor / Orange Works on Monday, April 4, 5:30 PM (in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library).

Ms. Perez will answer questions about teens and employment.

Topics include: working papers, types of employment good for teens, and more.

For more information, please visit the Youth Services librarian or call (845) 341-5470.

"Ref Is Ready!"

2010 Newbery & Caldecott Winners

The American Library Association (ALA) recently announced titles selected for the Newbery and Caldecott Medals and Honors.

2010 Newbery Medal Winner & Honor Books

2010 Caldecott Medal Winner & Honor Books

Valentine's Day Events

See program date(s) below:

Embrace Love

through Stories & Crafts

• Valentine Day Stories - Monday, February 14, 9:30 - 10 AM. For ages 18 - 35 months. No registration required.
• Valentine Day Stories and Craft - Monday, February 14, 10:15 - 10:45 AM. For ages 3 - 4 years. No registration required. 15 participants (please arrive early).
• Valentine Day Stories and Craft Monday, February 14, 2011, 4:15 - 5 PM. No registration. 15 participants (please arrive early).

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

Story Time!

See program date(s) below:

Winter 2011 Story Time Schedule

Story Time Registration Dates

Tuesday January 18, 2011 - Tuesday February 8, 2011

Story time Begins: Wednesday February 16, 2011

Story time Concludes: Wednesday March 23, 2011

• "First Step" Story Time: 9:30 am - 10:00am
  Ages: 18 months-35 months. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED
• "Three to Get Ready & Four to Go!"
  Ages: 3 & 4. Time: 10:15 am-10:45 am. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
• "Moving Up"
  Ages 5-7. Time: 4:15 pm -5:00 pm. REGISTRATION REQUIRED

All sessions meet on Wednesdays.

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

GO GETTERS' BOOK CLUB

See program date(s) below:

Come join the Go Getters' Book Club at Middletown Thrall Library!

What's a book club? When people get together to discuss books they read!

All book club meetings are held in the Children's Department.

Here is our schedule:

• Ages 6 & 7 (Grades 1 & 2):
  • Tuesday, January 25, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
  • Tuesday, February 8, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
  • Tuesday, February 15, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
• Ages 8 & 9 (Grades: 3 & 4):
  • Tuesday, February 8, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
  • Tuesday, February 15, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
  • Tuesday, March 1, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
  • Tuesday, March 8, 4:15 - 5:15 PM

Parents & Guardians: There are so many benefits to joining our club!

Book clubs help readers to:
• better comprehend what they read
• improve reading skills
• improve communication skills
• think more creatively and critically
• consider other people's viewpoints
• think more deeply and meaningfully
• discover and develop new interests
• have fun while learning

Registration is required and space is limited!

For more information, please visit the Children's Department or call 341-5470.
Comments? or Questions?

"Come Draw with Me" in 2011

See program date(s) below:

There's an artist in you waiting to be discovered! Express your creativity by attending our popular "Come Draw with Me" series in the Children's Department in 2011.

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 2011:

• January 8, 12 - 1 PM: "Candles"
• February 5, 12 - 1 PM: "Spider Web Design"
• March 5, 1 - 2 PM: "Unicorns"
• April 2, 1 - 2 PM: "Angels"
• May 7, 1 - 2 PM: "Rainbows" (cancelled)
• June 11, 12 - 1 PM: "Circus" (rescheduled; originally scheduled for June 4)
• July 9, 12 - 1 PM: "N.Y.C."
• August 6, 12 - 1 PM: "Red Cardinals"
• September 10, 12 - 1 PM: "Yellow School Bus"
• October 8, 1 - 2 PM: "Frankenstein"
• November 5, 1 - 2 PM: "Cornucopia"
• December 3, 12 - 1 PM: "Doves"

For more information, please call 341-5470.

Holiday Greetings!

We invite you to enjoy some

Holiday Stories & Crafts

Come celebrate the holidays with interesting stories and fun crafts!

Holiday Stories

Wednesday December 15, 2010
in the Children's Room (2nd Floor)

• 18 months - 36 months: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
• 3 & 4 years: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Holiday Crafts

Wednesday December 15, 2010
in the Children's Room (2nd Floor)

• Design cool holiday gifts for friends and family!
• Craft stations: 11:30 AM - 4:45 PM

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

Holiday Music Event

Middletown Thrall Library's Youth Department invites everyone to

Celebrate the Seasons

with The Marvelous Musical Martins

Saturday, December 11, 2010, 2 PM

Enjoy enchanting vocals, instruments, and bells as the Marvelous Musical Martins perform many holiday favorites!

This program will be held in the 2nd Floor Community Room at Middletown Thrall Library.

All ages welcome!

This program is sponsored by The Friends of Middletown Thrall Library, Inc.

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

Fairy Tales Storytime - Update

This program (originally scheduled for Saturday, November 6, 2010, 10:30 AM) was canceled.

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

Go Getters' Book Club

Come join the Go Getters' Book Club at Middletown Thrall Library!

What's a book club? A group of people who get together on a regular basis to discuss books.

When we meet:

• Tuesday, October 26, 4 - 5 PM
• Tuesday, November 9, 4 - 5 PM
• Tuesday, November 30, 4 - 5 PM

Where:

• 2nd Floor Craft Room, Thrall Children's Department

This club is for ages 8 and 9 (grades 3 and 4).

Parents & Guardians - there are so many benefits! Book clubs help children to:

• comprehend what they read
• improve their reading skills
• improve their communication skills
• expand their imaginations and think more creatively
• consider other people's point of view
• think more deeply and meaningfully
• have fun while learning

Registration is required and space is limited!

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

Halloween Extravanganza

Join us for

"Spooky Crafts" and "Game Stations!"

Friday, October 29, 2010

Activities from: 11:30 AM - 4:45 PM:

• Play Boo! Bingo
• Create Your Very Own Spider Web
• Guess "What's in the Box?" (Brains? Slime? You guess!)
• Dunking Donuts on a String!

Be prepared to have FUN!


Also happening...

Halloween Stories & Music

Ages 18 months - 36 months: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Halloween Stories & Music

Ages: 3 & 4: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM


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

Fall 2010 Events

Story time Registration...

• Monday, September 13 - Monday, September 27, 2010

Story Time Fall 2010 Begins...

• On Wednesdays: From October 6 through November 17, 2010

18 Months - 35 Months Story Time

• Held on Wednesdays @ 9:30 AM - 10 AM in the Story time room (2nd Floor, Children's Room)

Story Time & Craft

• Ages 3 & 4: Held on Wednesdays @ 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM in the Story time room (2nd Floor, Children's Room)

Read to Sasha, The Service Dog!

• Tuesdays: October 5th, October 19th, November 2nd
  Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM. Where: Story Time Room
  Registration required. Ages 6 and up.

Knitting & Crocheting...

• Mondays: October 4th & 18th; November 1st, 15th, and 29th; December 6th

Lunch-N-Movie

• Saturday October 16, 2010, 12 Noon in the Story Time Room.
  Registration required. Ages 6 - 13.

Halloween Extravangenza @ Thrall Library

• Friday October 29, 2010: Come explore our Halloween Spooky craft & game stations!
  Activites from: 11:30am-4:45 pm
• Halloween Stories & Music: Ages 18 months - 36 months, 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
• Halloween Stories & Music: Ages: 3 & 4, 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM

Moving on Up! Stories and Crafts

• For ages 5 - 7. Wednesdays October 6 thru November 17: Time: 4:15 PM - 5 PM in the Story Time room. No registration required. Space is limited.

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

Cool Craft Event for Tweens!

Thursday October 7, 2010, 4:15 - 5:00 PM
in the 2nd Floor Craft Room,Thrall Children's Department

Design your very own suede beaded wristband!

Please note: This craft is not gender specific.
(In other words: all tweens are welcome!)

Space is limited, so please be on time!

Questions? Please call 341-5470 or visit the Children's Department.

September is...

Library Card Sign Up Month

What can you do with a library card?

• Borrow books, audio books, and magazines!
• Borrow eBooks and eAudio books!
• Borrow movies on DVDs and VHS!
• Request items from nearly 50 other libraries!
• Access Internet computers and game computers!
• Log into Thrall's article databases and encyclopedias freely, at home, over the Internet!
• Participate in crafts and other fun events at Thrall!
• Get a head start on school work - now and always!
• Begin a life-long adventure of learning and discovery!

Sounds awesome, right?

Please speak with one of our staff members so we can help you find out if you can apply for a free card today!

Also tell your friends and family members to think about getting library cards as well!

More "Make a Splash" Events!

Summer fun at Thrall continues with these free events:

• July 12, 4 PM: "Hocus Pocus - It's Joe Fisher: A Magic Show!"
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room. Ages 3 and up.
• July 13, 10:30 AM: "Make Waves Cake Walk"
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 3 and 4.
• July 13, 4 PM: "Learn How to Draw Comic Strips"
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 8 - 13.
• July 14, 10 AM: "Backyard Camp-out with Crafty Carolyn"
  Enjoy a library camp-out! Bring your blankets for stories and a snack!
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 2-and-a-half to 4.
• July 14, 4 PM: "Go Green Bracelet"
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 5-13.
• July 15, 9:30 AM: "Story Time with Ms. Theresa"
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 18 months - 35 months.
• July 15, 10:30 AM: "Story Time with Ms. Theresa"
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 3 and 4.
• July 15, 4 PM: "Learn about Water Conservation with Sarah A."
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 7 - 13.
• July 16, 10 AM - 12 PM: "Board Game Mania"
  in the Children's Room. Ages 3 - 13.
• July 16, 4 PM: "Build Your Own Water Wheel Workshop with Kathy Ceceri"
  in the Children's Room. Ages 7 - 13.
  Note to parents: kids might get wet!
• July 19, 10:30 AM: "Create a Goldfish" with Cherie
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 3 and 4.
• July 19, 4 - 5:30 PM: "Card Sharks"
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 8 - 13.
  Design and create your own deck of cards with a storage box.
• July 20, 4 - 5 PM: "Music Pepper Pot" Performed by Conroy Warren
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room. All ages welcome.
  Free music event! Sounds of rock, calypso, reggae, and more!
  
• July 21, 9:30 AM: "Story Time with Ms. Betsy"
  in the Story Time Room. 18 months - 35 months.
• July 21, 10:30 AM: "Story Time with Ms. Betsy"
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 3 and 4.
• July 22, 10:30 AM: "Underwater Sea Creatures" with Cherie
  in the Story Time Room. Ages 3 and 4.
• July 22, 4 PM: A FREE Movie! (please call 341-5470 for title)
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room. Ages 7-13.
  Popcorn provided!
• July 23, 4 PM: "Cooking It Up with Spicy Salsa"
  in the 2nd Floor Community Room. Ages 4-13.
• July 26, 4 - 5 PM: Traveling Lantern Theater Group Presents: "Pinocchio"
  2nd Floor, Community Room. All ages are welcome!
• July 27, 10 AM - 12 PM: "Board Game Mania"
  Children's Room. Ages: 3-13.
• July 27, 4 PM: "Create your own Treasure Chest"
  Story Time Room. Ages: 6-13.
• July 28, 11:00 AM - 12:30 PM: "Lunch-N-Movie" (please call 341-5470 for title)
  Registration Required. Ages: 5-13.
• July 29, 4 PM: "Close Encounters with Birds of Prey"
  2nd Floor Community Room. This program may not be appropriate for very young children.
• July 30, 4 PM: Make a Splash with "Firecracker Ice Cream"
  Community Room. Play ice cream trivia and win cool toppings as you build your very own deluxe ice cream Sunday!
• August 2: Please Submit Your Reading Logs!
  
• August 3, 4 PM: Tale Wagging Tutors
  Children will read to Sasha "The Service Dog." Each child will be allotted 10 min. Ages: 4-13.
  Registration Required!
• August 4, 1 PM - 3 PM: Part I: Meet Textile Designer Madona Cole-Lacy
  2nd Floor Community Room. Ages: 7-17.
  Learn the art of textile design! Create Wearable Art!
  Girls will design silk sarongs and the boys will design t-shirts applying the skills they learn.
• August 5, 1 PM - 3 PM: Part II: Meet Textile Designer Madona Cole-Lacy
  2nd Floor Community Room. Ages: 7-17.
  Participants will work collaboratively as they create a fabric wall hanging display which will be shown at Thrall Library.
• August 6, 4 PM: "The Amazing Comedy Juggler Ned Gelfers"
  2nd floor Community Room.
• August 8, 2 PM - 4 PM: Make a Splash Concludes with "Make Waves @ the Interactive Museum"
  Held at the Interactive Museum.
  Attend a mini fashion show and reception!

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

July "Make a Splash" Events!

Are you ready to have some fun?

Here are some great library events in July!

• July 6:
  Story Time with Ms. Betsy
  "Down @ the Shore"
  9:30 AM: 18 months - 35 months
  10:30 AM: 3 and 4 years old
  
• July 6 (4:00 PM - 4:45 PM):
  Create a Beach Frame
  Ages: 5 - 13
• July 7 (4:00 - 5:30 PM):
  Learn How to Draw Your Own Cartoons
  Ages: 8 - 13
• July 8:
  Story Time with Ms. Theresa
  "Down @ the Beach"
  9:30 AM: 18 months - 35 months
  10:30 AM: 3 and 4 years old
• July 8 (4:00 - 4:45 PM):
  Design your own "Silly Willy Shell"
  Ages: 6 - 13
• July 9 (4:00 - 4:45 PM):
  Build Your Very Own Rain Gauge
  Ages: 5 - 13

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

"Make a Splash!"

Summer 2010 NYS Reading Program at Thrall

The 2010 New York State children's summer reading theme is "Make a Splash!"

Middletown Thrall Library's Children's Department invites you to sign up for a fun-filled summer!

Beat the heat, check out some great stories, play some games, and attend really cool events!

Registration begins on

Monday June 21, 2010

and concludes

Friday July 2, 2010

Our summer reading program will splash off on

Tuesday, July 6

and continue through

Sunday August 8, 2010

In-person registration is required.

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

Teens: Make Some Waves!

Teens: this summer, we're asking you to dive in and help us

Make Some Waves!

at Middletown Thrall Library!
How? It's easy! Just become

a Teen Volunteer!

WHY? There are MANY reasons, including...

• to have fun!
• to "give back" and do some good for our community!
• to enjoy the cool atmosphere and resources of our great library!
• to feel useful!
• 2 give ur h&ds a brk frm txting (JK!)
• to gain some valuable work experience!

Interested? Great! But do YOU qualify?

• You must be entering the 7th grade (ages 12 - 17),
• able to volunteer twice a week (2 hours a week),
• love working with kids,
• and be responsible!

For more details, please contact the Head of Youth Services, Bridget Manigo, at (845) 341-5470.

Knitting & Crocheting Workshops

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, May 3, 6 - 7:30 PM
• Monday, May 17, 6 - 7:30 PM (crocheting only)
• Monday, June 7, 6 - 7:30 PM

in the Story Time Room at Thrall.

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.

Creativity Challenge:
Personalized Magnets

Personalized Magnets

Using Bottle Caps!

Thursday, May 27, 2010, 4:15 - 5 PM

in the Children's Department at Middletown Thrall Library

Registration is not required. Refreshments will be served!

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

Creativity Challenge:
Woven Newspaper Basket

Make a Woven Newspaper Basket

Thursday, May 13, 2010

4:15 PM to 5 PM

in the Children's Department at Middletown Thrall Library

For Ages 8 - 12

Have fun making something totally unique! Supplies will be provided.

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

Upcoming Events

Story Time: May & June 2010

• "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: May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26, June 2.
• "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: May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26, June 2
• "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: May 5, May 12, May 19, May 26, June 2
• "Exploring" is for ages 8 - 13. Fiction and nonfiction stories, discussion and/or craft. This group meets on Thursdays at 4:15 pm - 5:00 pm. Registration is required.
  Dates: May 6, May 20, June 3

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

Upcoming Events

April 2010 Children's Programs

We hope you can attend one or more or ALL of these fun programs from Thrall's Childrens Department:

• Spring Stories (April 7, 2010) - Schedule:
  • 18 months-35 months: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  • 3 - 4 years: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
  • 5 - 7 years: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM (story and craft)
• Get Creative with... Duct Tape?! (April 8, 2010, 4:15 PM) -Create a wallet or spring flowers using only duct tape! For Ages 8 - 13.
• Celebrate National Library Week - Attend a special Story Time session on Wednesday April 14, 2010 - Schedule:
  • 18 - 35 months - 9:30 AM -10:00 AM
  • 3 - 4 years - 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
  • 5 - 7 years - 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
• Bottle Cap Necklace (Thursday, April 15, 2010, 4:15 - 5:00 PM) - Create your own necklace! Free supplies provided. No registration required, but space is limited.

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

Website Update

New Library Catalog Pages

March 18, 2010

To help you discover and enjoy more of the books and authors you like to read (or didn't know about), Thrall created two new library catalog pages - one for children and one for young adults and teens:

• Library Catalog Page for Children
• Library Catalog Page for Young Adults & Teens

Through these new pages you can search or browse by topic, author, find awarded books, classic stories, biographies on famous persons, and more in the library system catalog!

Special book lists and reviews from the American Library Association and others are also provided to give you some reading ideas.

Parents and guardians are always encouraged to meet with our reference librarians to learn of the many reading opportunities available at Thrall.

Free Event

Featuring Folktales from Africa

"Anansi, Spiderman of Africa"

Presented by Crabgrass Puppet Theatre

Saturday, February 27, 2010, 11:00 AM
in Thrall's 2nd Floor Community Room

"This clever performance is a side-splitting selection of famous folktales from Africa, Starring Anansi the Spider, whose appetite always overrules his intellect."

This event is free and open to the public. No registration required.

Media Alert

A New Documentary about Technology's Impact on Our Lives

February 2, 2010

Parents and guardians: tonight on TV begins a new documentary from PBS called:

"Digital Nation: Life on the Virtual Frontier"

"Digital Nation" investigates how computers, the Internet, virtual reality, and many other digital technologies impacted (and will continue to influence) children, families, education, and many other aspects of our lives.

If you don't have time to watch it, PBS is posting videos from the program online at the link above.

This follows an earlier PBS documentary called "Growing Up Online: Just How Radically Is the Internet Transforming the Experience of Childhood" (also worth checking out).

In our Technology blog you will find more information on this program as well as links to related studies and resources (from Thrall and others) you might want to explore.

Free Craft Program!

See program date(s) below:

Valentine Fleece Scarf

...for those cold and snowy days!

Friday, February 12, 2010, 11:30 AM

in the Story Time Room at Thrall

Learn to make a scarf - for free!

Supplies will be provided by the library.

For ages 5 - 12.

Space is limited so you must register.

For more information: Please visit the Children's Department or call (845) 341-5470.

Saturday Story Time

See program date(s) below:

Middletown Thrall Library Youth Services Department Presents

Saturday Story Time

Here is the calendar for 2010:

• For ages 18 - 35 months:
  February 20, March 27, May 1, June 12: 10:15 AM to 10:45 AM
  
  
• Story with craft - for ages 3 - 4:
  February 20, March 27, May 1, June 12: 11 AM to 11:30 AM
  
  
• For ages 5 - 7:
  February 20, March 27, June 12: 1 PM to 1:30 PM
  May 1, 2010: 12 PM to 12:30 PM
  June 12: 12 PM to 12:30 PM

Please note: Space is limited to Middletown Thrall Library cardholders. First come first serve. Sixteen spaces are available.

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

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, February 22, 2010, 6 - 7:30 PM
• Monday, March 8, 2010, 6 - 7:30 PM
• Monday, March 22, 2010, 6 - 7:30 PM
• Monday, April 5, 2010, 6 - 7:30 PM

in the Story Time Room at Thrall.

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.

Fun Time!

See program date(s) below:

Board Game Fridays

Coming in
February and March

Check out our selection of fun board games!

Interested? Come talk to us in the Children's Department or call 341-5470.

Story Time 2010

See program date(s) below:

Middletown Thrall Library Youth Services Department encourages you to register for

Story Time

Registration runs from January 19, 2010
to February 8, 2010.

Story Time begins on Wednesday, February 10, 2010
and continue up to Thursday, March 18, 2010.

• Ages 18 months - 35 months:
  Wednesdays 9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
  (No registration required for this group.)
• Ages 3 and 4:
  Wednesdays 10:15 AM - 10:45 AM
• Ages 5 - 7:
  Wednesdays: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
• Ages 8 - 12:
  Thursdays: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM

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

"Come Draw with Me" in 2010

See program date(s) below:

There's an artist in you waiting to be discovered! Express your creativity by attending our popular "Come Draw with Me" series in the Children's Department in 2010.

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 2010:

• January 9th, 12 – 1 pm: "Wizards and Fairies"
• February 6th, 12 - 1 pm: "Egyptian Cats"
• March 6th, 1 - 2 pm: "Rabbits"
• April 3rd , 1 - 2 pm: "Lions"
• May 1st, 1 - 2 pm: "Mermaids"
• June 12th, 12 - 1 pm: "Kings and Queens"
• July 3rd, 12 - 1 pm: "Flowers: Roses"
• August 7th, 12 - 1 pm: "Dogs"
• September 4th, 12 - 1 pm: "Leaves"
• October 2nd, 1 - 2 pm: "Witches"
• November 6th, 1 - 2 pm: "Flowers: Mums"
• December 4th, 12 - 1 pm: "Santa's Sled"

For more information, please call 341-5470.

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!