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Learn the basics: Crochet

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Monday May 6th, 10:30-12:30

This will be a class just about the basics. We will learn the chain, single crochet, double crochet, increase and decrease stitches.

Try out a new skill in a relaxed atmosphere. There will be no specific project to work on, but when you leave you will be equipped to try out a new project on your own. There will be crochet hooks and yarn to use. You are also welcome to bring your own.

Adults and teens welcome! Sign up at the main desk, or by calling 518-523-3200

Learn to Crochet a Basic Granny Square

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Monday, April 1st 10:30-12:30
Come learn some crochet basics and make a granny square or two!
It’s great way to use up odd bits of yarn. Since squares are worked individually and can be combined to make almost anything, it’s a great portable project for waiting rooms or long trips.

Materials will be provided, though you are welcome to bring your own hook and yarn if you prefer! Adults and teens welcome.

Sign up at the front desk or by calling 518-523-3200.

New Date Added! Watercolor flowers: keeping it loose and playful

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Monday, March 25th 10:30-12:30

Adults and teens welcome
Try your hand at watercolor flowers! We will be working from a bouquet, and there will be a live demonstration and step-by-step coaching. Space will be limited, but the program will
repeat if there is a waiting list.

Sign up at the front desk, or by calling 518-523-3200

Local History: Lyman Epps,watch the recording now!

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UPDATE: The presentation was recorded by CTM Productions…

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StoryWalk Family Activity Day

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At Cascade Welcome Center February 17 | 10:00am to 1:00pm

Crochet a Rosebud Bookmark

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Monday January 29th, 10:30-12:30 Adults and teens welcome!

A fun little project that can use up leftover and scrap yarns.
Make a valentine for someone special who loves to read!

Materials will be provided.

Sign up at the front desk, or by calling 518-523-3200

Homeschool Thursday: Volunteerism

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Jan. 11th, 10:00 A.M. at the Lake Placid Food Pantry

Join us as we learn about volunteerism at the Lake Placid Food Pantry (basement of St. Agnes Church) with a read aloud, discussion, and tour in advance of our Martin Luther King, Jr., National Day of Service.

Programs are geared for families with children in Kindergarten – Grade 6, but other ages are welcome. Free parking is available in the St. Agnes parking lot on Hillcrest Ave. For questions, call 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.

Ask A Genealogist

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Wednesday, January 10th  11:00-1:00

  • Do you have a genealogical question that’s been weighing on your mind?
  • Have you run into a ‘brick wall’ in your family tree and don’t know what to do next?
  • Or, maybe you want to know more about an ancestor. You have their vital records (birth, marriage, death) and census data, but you want to know MORE. Where should you search?

Sign up for a free consultation with professional genealogist Judith Harper by visiting the front desk or calling the Lake Placid Public library at 518-523-3200.

StoryWalk Grand Opening

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At Cascade Welcome Center, Jan. 13, 10:00-11:30am.

Author Visit: Calvin Alexander Ramsey

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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.