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Treasure Your Library Costume Party

Happening now; ends at 3:30 PM

Come as a pirate, mermaid, sea creature, shell or sailor. Crafts, activities and snacks.

Teen Cartooning Program

Tomorrow from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Learn the art of cartooning in this five week class. All materials will be provided. This program is supported by Federal LSTA funds.

Altered Books

This Monday from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

Learn how to turn an old book into a new artistic creation. For teens aged 13-18. Registration required.

Wet and Wild with Lorraine Hartin-Gelardi

Next Thursday from 1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

Listen to a Japanese folktale and make a watercolor collage using lots of imagination. Ages 5 and up.

Second Annual Pizza Taste-Off

Monday, August 9 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

Sample local pizzas and help decide the best pizza in Kingston! For teens aged 13-18. Registration is required.

Make a Splash Closing Party - The Wayfinder Experience

Thursday, August 12 from 1:00 PM to 5:30 PM

This merry troupe will begin with lively, interactive fun activities. Then design a unique family crest. Pick up certificates and rewards.

Teen Final Party

Friday, August 13 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

At this party, the Flip Video cameras will be raffled off and great snacks will be provided. For teens aged 13-18. Registration required.

Knitting Club

Saturday, August 21 from 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM

This informal group welcomes all skill level knitters. For more information, please contact Stephanie at stephcosta2@yahoo.com, and reference "knitting" in the subject.

Kingston Library Book Group

Monday, August 23 from 12:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Pack a sandwich for lunch and enjoy discussing great books with complimentary refreshments.
August's selection is Cranford by Elizabeth Gaskell.

Ongoing Events

Teen Summer Reading Program

Throughout July and August

Please click here to see all of the teen summer reading program events.

Children's Summer Reading Program

Throughout July and August

Please click here to see all of the children's summer reading program events.

Chess

Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM, June 29 - August 18

Chess with Ken Evans and Mitch Dominus, for ages 7 to adult.

Writing Box

Tuesdays 3:15 - 4:30 PM, July 6 - August 10

Weekly activities that will encourage children to express themselves through writing. Write stories, postcards, news articles, keep a journal and make your own books. For ages 8 and up.

Stress Reduction Through Meditation

Thursday mornings 10:30 AM

A great way to find inner balance and deep relaxation. This program is free and all are welcome. Call Ann at 339-8567 with any questions.

Kingston Library Bridge Club

Wednesday evenings at 6:30 PM

Meets in the community room. All are welcome.

Origami Kingston

Second and fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30 AM

Explore the art of Japanese paper folding with Anita Barbour. Ages five and up may attend.

Children's Story Hour

Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM

Toddler Time Tuesday and Preschool Wednesday followed by crafts and music.

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