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4118 State Highway 2
Troy, NY 12180
518-279-4023

Mon-Fri 10:00 – 6:00
Sat 10:00 – 2:00

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JULY

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Colonial Herb Gardens: Gardens that Shaped a Nation Wed, July 15 2:00 - 3:30 Discover the herbs used during the revolutionary war and learn about colonial gardens. We'll talk about the founding gardeners who shaped the nation, medicine at that time, and how herbs were used by the colonists to survive. We'll also be having a holiday lunch during the talk followed by strawberry shortcake. Bring a dish to share or just join the fun! Image: old brick house with cottage garden  Brunswick Community Library Adult Clothing Swap Fri, Jul 17 from 2:00 - 6:00 Sat, Jul 18 from 10:00 - 2:00 DROP OFF: July 15, 16, 17 Wed, Thu, Fri Rules: -Clothing must be freshly washed and folded -No stains, tears, missing buttons, pet fur, etc. -Leftovers will be donated Image: photo of clothing rack  The Tang is visiting your Library! Wed, 7/22 at 11:00 Please call 518-279-4023 to sign up. The Tang Museum offers free traveling programs to public libraries. Hands-on art projects provide opportunities for teaching, learning, and understanding issues raised by Tang exhibitions, while offering children the chance to express their creativity in fun and inspiring ways. We provide all materials for library programs. Our programs are designed for children 5+. Spectacular Stratum The Art of Layering The Tang Museum presents Spectacular Stratum. This project is inspired by the artwork of Joan Snyder, a mixed media painter inspired by the world around her and Paul Lewing, a landscape painter. For the program, participants will be able to create their own sand art landscapes using glass jars and colorful sand, or mixed media clay collages using beans, seeds, and beads. Joan Snyder, Waiting for a Miracle (for Nina and John), 1986, Tang Museum Collection [image: photo of teacher and child at art lesson and photo of abstract painting]  Book club: an absolutely remarkable thing. july 22 at 6:00. Cover image: blue background full of pattern of human figures.   Kids' Book Club Song for a Whale by Lynne Kelly Tuesday, July 28 at 4:00 Join us and make your own ocean sensory jar! [flyer: illustration of whale on water background. book cover: shows whale and child standing on dock.]  Solar Bugs Wed, Jul 29 at 1:00 Call 518-279-4023 to sign up Recommended for ages 10+ We will use solar panels to make paper bugs that move! Image: Clipart of ladybugs climbing on leaves under the sun. Photo of bug craft with solar panels on top.   Kids Clothing Swap When: Fri, Jul 31 - 2:00 - 6:00 Sat, Aug 1 - 10:00 - 2:00 Drop Off: Jul 29, 30, 31 Max 1 bag per household Rules: -Clothing must be freshly Washed & folded -No Stains, Tears, pet fur, or Missing Buttons/zippers Images: cute clipart of sun, cloud, flowers, and rainbow

 

AUGUST

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Join the Club! Check out our weekly programs: -Bridge Club, Mondays at 1:00 -Storytime, Tuesdays and Thursdays at 10:30 -Knitting and Stitch Club, Thursdays at 1:00 [image: clipart of cards, book, and yarn]  Kids Clothing Swap When: Fri, Jul 31 - 2:00 - 6:00 Sat, Aug 1 - 10:00 - 2:00 Drop Off: Jul 29, 30, 31 Max 1 bag per household Rules: -Clothing must be freshly Washed & folded -No Stains, Tears, pet fur, or Missing Buttons/zippers Images: cute clipart of sun, cloud, flowers, and rainbow Babysitters Training Class Taught through classroom discussion, instructor lecture, interactive activities, and video presentation; this course teaches students the roles/responsibilities of a babysitter including skills in: accident prevention, 1st Aid and care for choking. Please bring a Self-Addressed Stamped Envelope to receive your certification card upon completion. Please bring a drink and peanut-free bagged lunch. TUESDAY, AUGUST 4TH, 12:00P-4:00P $35.00 PER STUDENT AGES 11-15 TO REGISTER CALL EPIC TRAININGS (585) 615-4379 TO REGISTER [image: photo of teenage girl babysitting young boy]  DIY Catapults Wed, Aug 5 @ 1:00 Call 518-279-4023 to sign up. Join us to make mini catapults and test them at the library! Image: Photo of catapult craft with colorful flyer background. Bring Your Own Device: Tech Help Drop-In Cornell Cooperative Extension Rensselaer County Thursdays 8/6 & 9/10 1:00 - 2:00 DO YOU NEED TECH HELP? Drop-in with your device and Digital Literacy Resource Educator, Michelle, will be there to help. Whether it’s for logging in, finding your files, basic skills, or getting to know your device. Kid's Yoga Thu, Aug 6 at 10:30 Movement & Storytelling with Jen of Prancing Pony Yoga! If possible, bring a mat or towel to practice on. Image: Photo of children doing yoga & clipart of sunflowers  LEGO Dinos Tue, Jul 14 at 4:00 Mon, Aug 10 at 4:00 Call 518-279-4023 to register Choose ONE date Image: Photo of dino bone lego kits and clipart of dinosaur fossils  Adult Book Fair Wed, Aug 12 at 6:00 pm Bring in your Summer Reading Sheet to get tickets to spend at our first ever Adult Book Fair. EVERYONE gets a FREE door ticket. Enjoy snacks, drinks, and the company of other book lovers. Image: clipart of book shelves  Owl Pellets with Dyken Pond Fri, Aug 14 @ 1:00 Image: Photo of owl. Flyer has leaf border. Learn about these fascinating night hunters and their unique adaptations. Dissect a real owl pellet to find out more about their diet and habitat. Space is LIMITED. Call 518-279-4023 to sign up. There will be no live animals at this program. Ages 6+    Book Club: Rebecca by Daphne Du Maurier August 26 at 6:00 Book cover features image of woman bending over

 

 

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