Mid-October Bulletin
Here's some of what's happening in or around Walton over the next few weeks (click the triangle next to each event in order to see an expanded description):
Tuesday, October 18
Book and Film Chat @ 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“We will gather on the lower level of the library to share reviews of the titles we have been reading and watching. This group enjoys a wide range of genres and subject interests. Everyone is welcome. Come add your recommendations to the conversation.”Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”
Wednesday, October 19
Feature Film - Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile @ 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
“POV: You find a singing crocodile in your attic that sounds like Shawn Mendes 🐊🎵 Based on the best-selling book series by Bernard Waber, Lyle, Lyle, Crocodile, starring Academy Award-winner Javier Bardem, Constance Wu and Shawn Mendes, is a live-action/CGI musical comedy that brings this beloved character to a new, global audience.”Roxbury Arts Grant Information Session @ 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“The library will host a representative from the Roxbury Arts Group who will lead potential applicants through the grant writing guidelines. Note: it is important that a representative of each project attends an information session and reviews the new guidelines carefully. The Roxbury Arts Group is proud to administer the Delaware County Arts Grant, a re-grant program of the New York State Council on the Arts, in Delaware County. Delaware County Arts Grant funds are used to support projects in three areas: Community Arts, Creative Learning formerly known as Arts Education, and Individual Artist.”
Thursday, October 20
Mahjong @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Now starting at an earlier time! This is for everyone who loves to play or wants to learn how. Bring a friend or come alone. All skill levels are welcome. Meet on our main floor.”Crafterwork @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Adults are invited to meet on the lower level of the library. All the materials needed to make terracotta pumpkin candy dishes will be provided. Crafterwork is a great opportunity for a little bit of self-care and to meet informally with other members of the community.”ClassicFlix: Goldfinger @ 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
$7 admission for the 1964 James Bond film
Friday, October 21
Storytime @ 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Join Amber on the lower level of the library for rhymes, songs, and stories sure to entertain your littles! Each meeting includes a simple craft.”
Saturday, October 22
Cemetery Scavenger Hunt @ 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM (Walton Cemetery)
“IT'S BACK! This multi-aged event was so much fun last year, that we’ve decided to do it again. Meet Amber at the Civil War monument on memorial drive in the Walton Cemetery for a fun and educational scavenger hunt. Participants will be given a bingo sheet full of new things to find independently. An hour later, meet back up with Amber to discuss your findings. Children must be accompanied by an adult.”Halloween Hootenanny @ 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (The Arc of Delaware County)
“Join us for our 2nd Annual Halloween Hootenanny! We'll have Trunk-or-Treating, 'Haunted buses', games, music, and more! Costumes encouraged. Open to the community, and FREE!”
Tuesday, October 25
Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”All the Lonely People @ 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
Showing of the film presented by Delaware County Office for the Aging. This free event is open to the public and all ages are welcome. Producer panel to follow the film.
Wednesday, October 26
Domestic Partnership Registry Hearing @ 1:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Book Club Discussion @ 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Our book club will be meeting on the lower level of the library. This month we are reading, “The Picture of Dorian Gray” by Oscar Wilde”
Thursday, October 27
Mahjong @ 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Now starting at an earlier time! This is for everyone who loves to play or wants to learn how. Bring a friend or come alone. All skill levels are welcome. Meet on our main floor.”
Friday, October 28
Storytime @ 10:30 AM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Join Amber on the lower level of the library for rhymes, songs, and stories sure to entertain your littles! Each meeting includes a simple craft.”
Saturday, October 29
Music Workshop with Acoustic Eidelon @ 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“A music workshop for all ages featuring Acoustic Eidelon. This duo presents a blend of Celtic, folk, world, and Latin music with Joe Scott on the double neck guitjo and Hannah Alkire on cello. They will weave musical selections with educational content. The workshop is a collaboration between the William B. Ogden Library and Music on the Delaware and is free to the public.”Trunk or Treating @ 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Trout Creek Fire Hall)
Acoustic Eidolon @ 7:30 PM - 7:00 PM (The Walton Theatre)
“Acoustic Eidolon, featuring Joe Scott on double neck guitjo and Hannah Alkire on cello are from Colorado and have graced stages throughout the US, Europe, Australia and Canada. With thirteen CDs and two DVDs to their credit, these masterful artists continue to captivate audiences throughout the world with their signature “new acoustic” sound and boundless possibilities in blending Celtic, Americana, World & Flamenco musical influences…” Purchase tickets in advance.
Tuesday, November 1
Knit & Crochet Group @ 3:00 PM - 7:00 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Community members are gathering on the main floor of the library for yarn crafts and conversation. Bring the project you are working on and enjoy friendly conversation as you knit and crochet.”
Saturday, November 5
Edible Book Festival @ 11:45 AM - 12:15 PM (William B. Ogden Free Library)
“Calling all creative book lovers who like playing with food! The Library is hosting our first annual Edible Book Festival.
Simply make an edible creation that’s inspired from a book, whether it be a title, character, or scene, and bring it to the Library on November 5th. Stay to view the other creations, vote for your favorite, and maybe sample a few good books. The public is welcome to stop by and see what your neighbors have created. Awards will be given in three categories: Judges’ Choice, People’s Choice, and “Punniest” creation. Search the internet to see what others have created and be inspired to create your own. See our website’s calendar page or our circulation desk for the rules and entry form. Entry forms must be received by October 29th, and Edible Books should be brought to the Library on November 5th.”
Our last newsletter's trivia question was: "The Walton Theatre has hosted many notable speakers over the past 100+ years. Which of the following presidents was one of those speakers?" The correct answer was B (Theodore Roosevelt).
Walton Trivia Question of the Week:
Which of the following families was not among the very first group of settlers in Walton?
- A) Townsend
- B) Pine
- C) Stockton
- D) North