Thursday, May 16th, 3:30-4:30 pm.
Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!
For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.
RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
On Thursday, May 30th at 10:00, join us to learn about the important role K-9s play in environmental conservation and safety with special guests Environmental Conservation Officer Matthew LaCroix and Webb, his K-9 partner.
Programs are geared for families with children in Kindergarten – Grade 6, but other ages are welcome. Free parking is now available on Main Street until 11:00 a.m. for Lake Placid/North Elba residents with a parking sticker. The St. Eustace lot is still available, just leave a note on your dashboard indicating you are at this library event. For questions, call 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.
At Cascade Welcome Center February 17 | 10:00am to 1:00pm
Saturday, Jan. 20th 10:15 Join us as we welcome author and playwright Calvin Alexander Ramsey for a read aloud and discussion of his children’s books. The Bookstore Plus will be on hand with copies of Calvin’s books for sale. Recommended for families with children in grades 1-6, but other ages are welcome. If you know you’re coming, please RSVP to 518-523-3200 or librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.
This program is made possible in partnership with John Brown Lives! and with generous funding from the North Elba Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund (LEAF). Free and open to the public.
December 7th, 10:00-2:00
Join us as we prepare for the holidays with card making and hand-made gift stations.
Programs are geared for families with children in Kindergarten – Grade 6, but other ages are welcome. Free parking is now available on Main Street until 11:00 a.m. for Lake Placid/North Elba residents with a parking sticker. The St. Eustace lot is still available, just leave a note on your dashboard indicating you are at this library event. For questions, call 518-523-3200, or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.
Thursday Dec. 7th, 4:30 – 6:00 pm.
Stop by the library to see Lake Placid elementary students’ art and enjoy a snack!
Struggling with math? Need a tutor?
The Lake Placid Public Library would like to offer free math tutoring sessions for any student in grades 6-12.
Chris Ward will be available by appointment only. For more information, call the Lake Placid Public Library at (518)523-3200.
*This program is made available thanks to the Lake Placid Education Foundation Technology and Education Grant 2022
Homeschool Thursday Oct. 12th 10:00 am. Join us in welcoming scientists from Paul Smith’s College and the Adirondack Watershed Institute to explore the illuminating intersection between lake data collection and analysis through the visual arts.
Programs are geared for families with children in kindergarten-grade 6, but other ages are welcome. Free parking is now available in Main Street until 11:00 a.m. If staying longer, the St. Eustace lot is still available, just leave a note on your dashboard indicating you are at this library event. For questions, call 518-523-3200 or email libarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.
Saturday, September 23rd from 5- 8 p.m. Join us at The Rotary Club of Lake Placid’s Dam Duck Race for some family fun!
Games, Crafts, & Prizes
Jewtraw Park (behind Lisa G’s)
3:00 p.m. on Tuesday, July 25 Create and record and original song with musician and songwriter RiverJack Z! For families with children of all ages. Free and open to the public. This event was made possible by a generous donation from the Can/Am Hockey Group.
Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!
For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.
Meets the last Thursday (mostly) of each month.
RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
Join us as we welcome author and playwright Calvin Alexander Ramsey for a read aloud and discussion of his children’s books. The Bookstore Plus will be on hand with copies of Calvin’s books for sale. Recommended for families with children in grades 1-6, but other ages are welcome. If you know you’re coming, please RSVP to 518-523-3200 or librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.
This program is made possible in partnership with John Brown Lives! and with generous funding from the North Elba Local Enhancement and Advancement Fund (LEAF). Free and open to the public.
Announcing Lake Placid Public Library’s new Lego Club! Meeting on the last Thursday (mostly) of each month.
Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!
For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.
RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
Announcing Lake Placid Public Library’s new Lego Club! Meeting on the last Thursday (mostly) of each month, beginning October 26th, 3:30-4:30. Design, create and collaborate on Lego constructions!
For families with children ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult. If you have LEGOs you’d like to share, the library will gladly accept donations during open hours.
RSVP: 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org
Back by popular demand, create and record an original song with RiverJack Z!
Michael Albert is a pop artist who makes collages using cereal boxes and other recycled cardboard packages. This workshop is for families with school age children, but other ages are welcome.
Treat your favorite ‘stuffie’ to an afternoon of reading and creating. Learn to hand sew or knit and leave with a beautiful blanket for your cuddly companion. If you know you are coming, please RSVP to librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org or 518 523-3200 so that we will be able to provide materials. Geared for families with children in pre-K – grade 6, but other ages are welcome.
Help us welcome members of our dedicated ambulance service to learn about the important work they do in our community and to see the inside of an ambulance. Make sure to mark your calendars for this special event!
Programs are geared toward children in grades K-6, but other ages are welcome. Free parking is available in the St. Eustace Church lot – please leave your library card or a note on your dashboard indicating you are at this library event. For Homeschool Thursday updates, email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.
Join Our Homeschool Thursday Drop-In on April 27th Between 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.
at The Lake Placid Public Library to Celebrate the Poetry of Spring!
In celebration of National Poetry Month and a much-anticipated new season, stations will highlight books about poetry and spring with extension activities to complete at the library or at home. Programs are geared toward children in grades K-6, but other ages are welcome. Free parking is available in the St. Eustace Church lot – please leave your library card or a note on your dashboard indicating you are at this library event.
For Homeschool Thursday updates, email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.
2471 Main Street,
Lake Placid, NY 12946
(518) 523-3200
librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org