Grayson Castonguay was the winner of the Lake Placid Public Library’s “Find the Gnome” contest. (Provided photo)

August was amazing here at the Lake Placid Public Library.

The Adirondack Family Book Festival at the John Brown Farm State Historic Site was the culmination of much planning and investment from so many people and volunteers. We thank all of them for the success of the event. For all those who attended, we share in your praise for a job well done.

With all schools back in session, we look forward to some new fall happenings at the library.

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Poster contest

Artist Judy Rand Scammell and children unveil her painting of a “Happy Bear” at the Lake Placid Public Library. (Provided photo)

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The poster contest yielded so many creative entries this year, making the judging quite difficult for our esteemed judges, Keela Rogers and Peter Lynch. We want to thank all of the participants and The Bookstore Plus for their continued support of the event. A special appreciation to Stewart’s Shops for donating the ice cream certificates. The winners are: pre-K, Layla Hubbard; K-2, Dash Scull and Emma Hubbard; grades 3-5, Eloise Ruttan; grades 6-8, Naomi Netter.

Each winner will receive a $20 gift certificate to The Bookstore Plus and will have their artwork made into a poster for display in Lake Placid.

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Gnome Around

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Visitors and patrons were able to locate the gnome that had been hiding in the library. They took a picture and sent it to library Director Bambi Pedu and she held the drawing at the end of August. Thanks to all who participated. We have a winner! Congratulations to Grayson Castonguay.

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Reading Log, Teen Summer Reading Bingo

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There were many young readers in Lake Placid this summer judging by the number of Reading Logs and Reading Bingo entries we received. We again congratulate all the participants and Stewart’s Shops for the ice cream certificates.

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Free math tutoring

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Now that school is back in session, if you find yourself struggling with math, and are looking for a little help, give us a call at the library. We offer free math tutoring sessions for any student in grades 6-12. Chris Ward will be available by appointment only. For more information, call us at 518-523-3200. This program is made available thanks to the Lake Placid Education Foundation Technology and Education Grant 2022.

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Children’s programs

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Now that September is here, Homeschool Thursdays will start up again on Sept. 29 at 10 a.m. at the library. The theme will be “Flying Fun.” Families will explore principles of flight, engineering and innovation through a read-aloud, discussion and hands-on activities. The programs are geared toward children in grades K-6, but other ages are welcome. Anyone needing more information may call the library at 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org.

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Coming soon

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Mark your calendars for Oct. 27 for the Giving Thanks Storytime and craft, hosted by a member of the Mohawk Tribe of the Six Nations, Emily Kasennisaks Cecilia Stacey. The event will take place at the library at 10 a.m. For further information, call 518-523-3200 or email librarian@lakeplacidlibrary.org. This event was made possible thanks to the Lake Placid Education Foundation from the Adirondack Foundation.

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New painting at Ms. Linda’s Storytime

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We have a new painting in our children’s room. It was donated by the artist, Judy Rand Scammell in honor of all her memories of the library. Thank you, Judy. It will be enjoyed by many children for countless years to come. Last Friday, Ms. Linda and Judy unveiled the painting after a special story about a bear. The following statement is from the artist: “I have enjoyed the Lake Placid Public Library since I was a young child. My grandmother was the first to take me for a visit. Chevy Lamb was the librarian back then and was loved by all the children. At 7 years old I was able to visit the Library alone. The library was magical, I felt like Alice in Wonderland going down the rabbit hole. I have always had a great love and interest for all animals. And the interest developed and informed through books. Most of what I read was absorbed into my being. The library provides that conscious awareness, almost like being in nature. We are so fortunate to continue to have wondrous dedicated, librarians that carry on the traditions of long ago.”

(Madonna Barney is a library assistant at the Lake Placid Public Library.)