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News Literacy: Identifying Quality News Stories
2023-09-25 15:30:00 2023-09-25 17:00:00 America/New_York News Literacy: Identifying Quality News Stories Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room

Monday, September 25
3:30pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-09-25 15:30:00 2023-09-25 17:00:00 America/New_York News Literacy: Identifying Quality News Stories Anyone can create and publish news. Put yourself in a reporters shoes! Learn about journalism standards to help you identify trustworthy news. Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room

Piracci Board Room

Anyone can create and publish news. Put yourself in a reporters shoes! Learn about journalism standards to help you identify trustworthy news.

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Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Phone: 518-371-8622
Library Director
Alex Gutelius
Hours
Mon, Dec 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Dec 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Dec 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Dec 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Dec 20 9:00AM to 6:00PM
Sat, Dec 21 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Dec 22 12:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the library

The Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library provides a wide range of materials, programs, and services to the residents of Clifton Park and Halfmoon. We are a member of the Southern Adirondack Library System. Our mission is to nurture and foster community connections by providing the space and resources for patrons to be educated, entertained, and enriched. Our vision is to be at the heart of our community. The go-to place to meet, learn, and do. 

Upcoming events

Teen Gingerbread House Hunt - For grades 6-12
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
This month, pick up a scavenger... more
This month, pick up a scavenger sheet in the Teen Place, then search for the gingerbread houses hidden around the first floor of the Library. Visit the Ask Desk for a small prize if you find them all!
Gingerbread House Hunt - For ages 3-14
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
How many gingerbread houses can... more
How many gingerbread houses can you find in the Children's Library? Enter your guess for a chance to win a gingerbread house kit!
Art Cart: Gingerbread People Craft - For ages 3-14
Sun, Dec 22, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Corner
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library and use supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" to make paper Gingerbread People! While supplies last.
CLOSED
Mon, Dec 23, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
The Library will be CLOSED on... more
The Library will be CLOSED on December 23 for construction and December 24 & 25 for Christmas. We will re-open at 9 am on December 26.
Holiday Stories & Songs at CP Center Mall - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Dec 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
- Clifton Park Center Mall
Join us for some holiday themed... more
Join us for some holiday themed children's books, songs, and an activity, at the Clifton Park Center Mall.
CLOSED
Tue, Dec 24, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
The Library will be CLOSED on... more
The Library will be CLOSED on December 24 & 25 for Christmas. We will re-open at 9 am on December 26.
CLOSED
Wed, Dec 25, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
The Library will be CLOSED on... more
The Library will be CLOSED on December 24 & 25 for Christmas. We will re-open at 9 am on December 26.
Take & Make: Arctic Fox - For ages 3-6, with an adult
Fri, Dec 27, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
Take home a fun paper plate... more
Take home a fun paper plate craft project and learn some interesting facts about the arctic fox!
Art Cart: Gingerbread People Craft - For ages 3-14
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Corner
Stop by the Children's Library... more
Stop by the Children's Library and use supplies on "The Very Hungry Carterpillar" to make paper Gingerbread People! While supplies last.
Gingerbread House Hunt - For ages 3-14
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Library
How many gingerbread houses can... more
How many gingerbread houses can you find in the Children's Library? Enter your guess for a chance to win a gingerbread house kit!
Teen Gingerbread House Hunt - For grades 6-12
Sun, Dec 29, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
This month, pick up a scavenger... more
This month, pick up a scavenger sheet in the Teen Place, then search for the gingerbread houses hidden around the first floor of the Library. Visit the Ask Desk for a small prize if you find them all!
Family Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Mon, Dec 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Nurture your child's love of... more
Nurture your child's love of reading with stories, songs, and other fun activities!
Teen Arts & Crafts Bar - For grades 6-10
Mon, Dec 30, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
It's a crafting free-for-all!... more
It's a crafting free-for-all! We'll provide access to our arts and crafts supplies and you can let your creativity run wild.
CLOSING AT 5 PM
Tue, Dec 31, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
The Library will CLOSE at 5 pm... more
The Library will CLOSE at 5 pm today for the holiday.
Happy Noon Year! - For ages 3 and up, with an adult
Tue, Dec 31, 11:30am - 12:15pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-D
No need to stay up until... more
No need to stay up until midnight. Our balloons drop at noon! Join us for a craft, story, and a noisy New Year countdown to a dance party. It's all of the fun with none of the yawning!
Winter Reading 2025 - For all ages
Wed, Jan 01, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library
Stop by the Library to pick up... more
Stop by the Library to pick up your Winter Reading challenge sheet! Track your progress as you spend time reading and doing activities during January and February for a chance to win prizes!
Teen Craft Corner: Origami Cranes - For grades 6-12
Thu, Jan 02, All day
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Teen Place
Work on this fun craft when you... more
Work on this fun craft when you visit the Teen Place in January.
ELL Conversation Group
Thu, Jan 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room D
Casual conversation for new and... more
Casual conversation for new and existing ELL students. We will practice our English listening and speaking skills and have fun!
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Genealogy Assistance
Thu, Jan 02, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Local History Room
Lisa Dougherty, a skilled... more
Lisa Dougherty, a skilled genealogical researcher, will help you with your questions, roadblocks, and other stumpers.
Wonderful Walkers - Walking toddlers under 24 months, with an adult
Fri, Jan 03, 9:30am - 10:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Experience upbeat, one-on-one... more
Experience upbeat, one-on-one time with your new walker. Share independent movement activities, interactive rhymes, songs, and stories. Optional playtime follows. No siblings (except twins) please.
Baby Story Time - For ages 0-12 months
Fri, Jan 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Children's Activity Room
Calling all babies! A special... more
Calling all babies! A special time just for non-walking infants. Join us for stories, rhymes, and games at the Library.
Veteran's Memorial Park Book Walk: Winter is Here - For all ages
Sat, Jan 04, All day
- Veteran's Memorial Park
Enjoy the book Winter is Here... more
Enjoy the book Winter is Here by Kevin Henkes as you stroll along the Veteran's Memorial Park walking path.
Saturday Story Time - For all ages, with an adult
Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Program Room A-B
Join us for some stories,... more
Join us for some stories, songs, and fun!
Read Ebooks for FREE on Your Kindle
Mon, Jan 06, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Piracci Board Room
Learn how to use the Library's... more
Learn how to use the Library's free resources to access Ebooks on your Kindle.
Listening to Podcasts
Mon, Jan 06, 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - Computer Lab
Learn to search for, listen to,... more
Learn to search for, listen to, and share popular audio shows using podcast apps on a computer or smartphone.
HYBRID: Banned Book Club - 1984 by George Orwell
Mon, Jan 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library - AS Virtual Room,Program Room C
This book club will dive into... more
This book club will dive into the world of banned books to read, learn, and discuss why each title has been challenged or banned. All are welcome, including new participants.
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