Two reasons to hit the library: a school supplies drive and summer reading

Update, August 11: the school-supplies drive (ended August 1) and the “Unearth a Story” summer reading program (ended August 7) have wrapped for the year. Details kept below for reference - and as a preview of what to expect next summer.

Our library is running two summer programs worth knowing about: one where you can help, and one where the kids (and you) can dig in.

School Supplies Drive: through August 1

The Troy Public Library is collecting new school supplies (new items only, please) that go directly to Troy and Lansingburgh school students, including the kids in Speigletown’s own district.

Three ways to give:

Drop supplies at the Lansingburgh Branch: 27 114th Street (closest to Speigletown)
Drop at the Main Library: 100 Second Street, downtown Troy
Drop at the Polish American Club: 507 1st Street
Or skip the trip entirely: buy from the drive’s Amazon wishlist and it ships straight to the drive

The drive runs June 26 – August 1 and is supported by the Friends of the Troy Public Library, the Polish American Club, and the Rensselaer County Reentry Task Force.

”Unearth a Story” summer reading: through August 7

This year’s summer reading theme celebrates the joy of discovery: fossils, local history, family and community stories, gardens, mysteries, recipes, and the past beneath our feet, explored through books, bingo, programs, and hands-on events. 🦕

Runs: June 26 – August 7 (sign-up opened June 15; it’s not too late)
Who: readers of all ages, kids through adults
How: visit either branch to sign up and pick up materials, or see the summer reading page

Branch hours and locations are on our Local Services page; the Lansingburgh Branch on 114th Street is the closest to the hamlet. See also: free summer meals for kids run weekdays through August at Lansingburgh schools.

Details from the Troy Public Library: thetroylibrary.org.