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          The Night Before The Night Before Christmas at the Library 12/19/2011
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          WE WILL NOT BE HOLDING THIS EVENT THIS YEAR.

          It's Time for our annual event...  


          The Night Before The Night Before Christmas!

          Friday, December 23th 6:00 to 8:00 pm


          please be sure to RSVP (location may change depending on numbers).

          e mail us at Pittsfieldvtlibrary@gmail.com

          Wear your PJs and bring pillows and blankets to snuggle up. We'll read a few stories and watch some Christmas favorites.  Cookies and milk will be served, bring some cookies to share too.  

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          Gingerbread Decorating is Back! 11/29/2011
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          Get the details and sign up information here.
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          Halloween at the Library 10/10/2011
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          Halloween Book Give Away 
          If you are trick-or-treating on the Pittsfield Green this Halloween, be sure to stop in and see us.  We have free new books for trick-or-treaters to keep!  If building renovations have started, look for us at the town hall.  Come in, warm up, and visit with friends and neighbors.

          Neighborhood Candy Drop

          New this year we're sponsoring a candy drop.  It's time to help out the generous homes in and around the green who have been buying tons of candy over the years for kids who love to trick or treat in Pittsfield.  Drop your candy donations at the Pitt Stop between now and October 24th and we'll see that the treats distributed among those homes. 

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          Band Concert on the Pittsfield Green June 24th. 06/12/2011
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          B.Y.O. C. - Bring Your Own Chair
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          Bike Rodeo Memorial Day Weekend Saturday 1 - 3pm 05/18/2011
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          reCYCLE * reRIDE!  
          Kid Bikes for $5

          Got a lonely bike in your garage or basement yearning for a Rider? We can help!
          Bring donations of kid and teen sized bikes in good working order, clean and ready to ride, to the Library on Thursday the 26th from 5-7pm or Saturday the 28th from 12-1pm.  If your donation is not sold you’ll be asked to pick it up within the week, during library hours.  Bikes will be available on a first-come first-served basis for $5 each. Proceeds will support our Free Helmet Program. 

          Mighty Tweed Bike Rodeo Saturday May 28th from 1 to 3pm
          * Maintenance Station learn to grease your chain, check your tire pressure and make sure your ride is ready to roll.

          * Helmet Station we’ll adjust your helmet for a proper fit, or supply you with a  FREE NEW HELMET (while supplies last.) 

          * Bike Safety Course where you can practice handling your bike around obstacles and brush up on hand signals.

          * Mountain Bike Skills Course where you’ll learn how to handle your bike on the trail.

          * Bike and Helmet Decorating Station where you can pimp out your ride for the Pittsfield Historical Society’s Memorial Day Parade on Monday at 9am.

          * White River Valley Ambulance will come by for a visit so you can check out the ambulance and collect a goodie bag with safety tips.

          Sysco has donated  ICE CREAM and we’ll have snacks and water available to keep you fueled.

          This event will be canceled if it is raining cats and dogs.   

          Parents -  We always like to remind you that you are responsible for your child while they attend all Library programs, even if you choose to leave the venue area.
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          Game Night and Pot Luck Dinner - April 3rd 03/24/2011
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          This will be our first and only game night this winter, and a great chance for families and friends to gather for a few hours of fun.

          Bring your own board games.   Bring a meal, side or desert to share.  Bring friends and neighbors!

          When: Sunday April 3rd from 4 to 6pm
          Where: Downstairs at the Pittsfield Town Hall
          Who: EVERYONE, any age, is welcome
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          3 weeks of drama Theater Arts - starting January 11th 01/05/2011
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          Calling all Thespians! Join us this January at the Pittsfield library for Theatre Arts. Learn the ins and outs of Creating a Play! We will be doing lots of theatre activities and you will be part of writing an original script as a group, rehearsing and adding simple props and costumes. There will be a final performance on Jan 25th for parents and friends at 5pm with refreshments. Open to children K-8. One unit consisting of sessions on Jan. 11th, 18th, 25th from 3:30 to 5pm. Free, but sign up as the limited is 15 children! 


          PLEASE NOTE: SIGN UPS WILL BE REQUIRED
          use our easy sign up page.

          Children K - 8 are welcome to attend.  However, children 2nd grade and younger require a parent present.  Parents are encouraged to accompany an older child who may benefit from your guidance.

          Parents are responsible for their children while they are at the library or attending library programs, including when the child is dropped off by  bus, or when the parent chooses to leave the building or program site. Programs start at 3:45 and end promptly at 5pm when the library closes.  

          PROGRAM ENDS PROMPTLY AT 5PM.  CHILDREN MUST BE PICKED UP BY 5PM.
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          The Night Before the Night Before Christmas 12/07/2010
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          Join us in our new Pittsfield Christmas tradition, The Night Before the Night Before Christmas at the Library.


          We'll read a few Christmas Stories, enjoy a few snacks, and watch some Christmas classics.  Wear your PJs, bring a blanket and a pillow, and settle in.  (See photos from our 2008 party here.)


          Where: Roger Clark Memorial Library in Pittsfield
          When: 6pm on the night before the night before Christmas


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          Kids Program: Gingerbread Houses! 11/19/2010
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          Gingerbread Houses are BACK! December 8th.
          Advance sign up required.
          Details HERE.

          Stay tuned! We'll soon have details on our annual 
          "Night Before the Night Before Christmas" Program
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          Fun Family Fitness Event September 10th AND Free Pizza community DInner 09/01/2010
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          On Friday September 10th, Doug & Kelley Lewis and ELITEAM fitness camps return to Pittsfield to host a fun, fitness event for people of ALL ages at the Roger Clark Memorial Library. This is the third year of ELITEAM's program at RCML, and it is one of the library's most popular events.  Starting at 5:00, Doug & Kelley will warm up the entire group and then everyone will get a chance to work on their agility with relays and the Obstacle course. New this year is the famous "jello drop", some dance moves, and tire flipping! This is a super fun event for ALL abilities and ages.

          The program will be followed by a free Community Pizza Dinner at 6:30. This event is free and open to the public.

          See photos from last year's event HERE and  HERE.
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            Annual Book Sale

            Held every September during the Pittsfield Bazaar. This year will be a BIG one! See you there.

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            Held every year during Trick r' Treating, on the Village Green. We'll be there with hot cider and plenty of great books for kids.

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