The Aston Public Library will be closed Good Friday, April 19th. Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you again soon!
Note-We will be open Saturday, April 20th. We will be closed Easter Sunday, as we are all Sundays.
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Linda Tracy is teaching an Adult Beginner’s Pastel Class Thursday, April 11th at 12 Noon. Learn the amazing things you can create with pastels! Linda is a member of the Art League and exhibits her work throughout the area. Register today to get in on this unique class.
Magician Ari Paul Felber visits the library on Thursday, April 18th at 6:30 pm. This is a funny magic show for all ages!
Have you always wanted to be an artist? Get on the list for our free painting classes by emailing Debbie at debbie@astonlibrary.org !
Pronunciator is the new language learning system available for free with your library card. Go to www.delcolibraries.org and click on “Explore e-Resources” to access the Pronunciator system, which allows you to learn over 80 languages, plus learn English from your native language!
Are you looking for a book club? The library book club meets on Thursday the 11th at 1PM to discuss “My Dear Hamilton”. Stop by and try it out!
The Kids Can Build Club is at the Library on Tuesdays at 4PM ! Your child can learn to build things using the library’s Lego collection and other materials as well! All ages are welcome.
3D Printing Services Available! Ask Debbie or Stephen at the desk to find out how you can get your first small 3D printed item for free! Check out the designs the staff have made for ideas. They are on display in our display case!
Storytime! Your young child can learn basic literacy skills while having fun! The Aston Public Library offers story times every week, open to everyone! Join Ms. Debbie for toddler time (ages 2-3) on Tuesdays at 10:30, infant time (up to 24 months) on Wednesdays at 10:30, and preschool time (ages 3-5) on Thursdays at 10:30!
Stop by Tuesdays at 11AM to learn the art of Crochet with our diverse group with many levels of experience. Stop by Thursdays at 6PM to participate in a wide variety of crafts with an even more diverse group.
Need help with an e-book reader, laptop or tablet computer? Stop by for our drop-in help time on Friday mornings. 10AM is the time for ebook readers. 11AM is the time for laptops and tablets.
More information and registration for all our programs is available via the Calendar at www.astonlibrary.org .
Join the Friends of the Library! Go to www.astonlibrary.org and click on “Join Our Friends” to send in your info!
The Aston Public Library Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, April 16th, 7PM at the Library.
You can access books for your Kindle, Nook, or other e-book reader with your library card! Go to http://digitallibrary.delcolibraries.org/ to see what is available!
Are you on Facebook? Follow the Aston Library there! Go to
http://www.facebook.com/astonlibrary
and “like” us!
-Stephen Sarazin, Library Director
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Our free Chair Zumba class meets Tuesdays at 2PM this month. Chair Zumba is a gentle form of the Zumba exercise program, using a chair for support. It is accessible to all ages and genders.
“Eyes of the Wild and Wallaby Tales” visits the library Thursday, March 21st at 6PM. Mammals from around the world will be featured in this program. Behaviors, habitats, adaptations, survival strategies and relationships with humans will be introduced. This program focuses on behavior and adaptation using the life stories of each unique animal, their often humorous personality, fun facts, anecdotes and animal eye-views as instruction.
Dr. Daisy Century presents a “living biography” of Bessie Coleman , Saturday, March 16 at 11AM. The first African-American woman to become a licensed airplane pilot and the first American to hold an international pilot license, Bessie Coleman was a woman who didn’t give up. Dr. Century will embody the persona of Ms. Coleman, portraying her personality and providing details of her life.
Have you always wanted to be an artist? Get on the list for our free painting classes by emailing Debbie at debbie@astonlibrary.org !
Pronunciator is the new language learning system available for free with your library card. Go to http://www.delcolibraries.org and click on “Explore e-Resources” to access the Pronunciator system, which allows you to learn over 80 languages, plus learn English from your native language!
Are you looking for a book club? The library book club meets on Thursday the 14th at 1PM to discuss “Winter Garden”. Stop by and try it out!
The Kids Can Build Club is at the Library on Tuesdays at 4PM ! Your child can learn to build things using the library’s Lego collection and other materials as well! All ages are welcome.
3D Printing Services Available! Ask Debbie or Stephen at the desk to find out how you can get your first small 3D printed item for free! Check out the designs the staff have made for ideas. They are on display in our display case!
Storytime! Your young child can learn basic literacy skills while having fun! The Aston Public Library offers story times every week, open to everyone! Join Ms. Debbie for toddler time (ages 2-3) on Tuesdays at 10:30, infant time (up to 24 months) on Wednesdays at 10:30, and preschool time (ages 3-5) on Thursdays at 10:30!
Stop by Tuesdays at 11AM to learn the art of Crochet with our diverse group with many levels of experience. Stop by Thursdays at 6PM to participate in a wide variety of crafts with an even more diverse group.
Need help with an e-book reader, laptop or tablet computer? Stop by for our drop-in help time on Friday mornings. 10AM is the time for ebook readers. 11AM is the time for laptops and tablets.
More information and registration for all our programs is available via the Calendar at http://www.astonlibrary.org .
Join the Friends of the Library! Go to http://www.astonlibrary.org and click on “Join Our Friends” to send in your info!
The Aston Public Library Board of Trustees will meet Tuesday, March 19th, 7PM at the Library.
You can access books for your Kindle, Nook, or other e-book reader with your library card! Go to http://digitallibrary.delcolibraries.org/ to see what is available!
Are you on Facebook? Follow the Aston Library there! Go to
http://www.facebook.com/astonlibrary
and “like” us!
-Stephen Sarazin, Library Director
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The Aston Public Library is closed today, Wednesday February 20th, due to the anticipated snow storm and particularly the inauspicious timing anticipated.
Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you again soon!
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The Aston Public Library will be closed Monday, February 18th for Presidents Day. Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you again soon!
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The Aston Public Library will be opening late at 12 Noon today (Tuesday February 12th) due to the weather conditions.
Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you again soon!
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The Aston Public Library will be closing at 5PM on Monday, February 11th due to weather and building staffing.
Sorry for the inconvenience and we hope to see you again soon!
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The Aston Public Library will be closed Monday, January 21st, in memory of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
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The Aston Public Library is seeking a tech-fluent and interpersonally effective person to provide service to our patrons. Duties include providing all types of service to our patrons, operating our circulation system, and record-keeping. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent, strong computer and customer service skills and a love for libraries. Prior library experience is preferred.
Job description and compensation details are below. Submit letter of interest, resume and references to Stephen Sarazin, director@astonlibrary.org .
ASTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
PART-TIME LIBRARY ASSOCIATE JOB DESCRIPTION
GENERAL STATEMENT OF DUTIES: Provides essential patron assistance at the service desk.
DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE POSITION:
Performs customer service, circulation, clerical and financial tasks, operates a variety of machines and software and assists with reference to help patrons use the library and its services effectively. Reports to the Director.
EXAMPLES OF SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
EXAMPLES OF GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Moderate physical effort is required to perform duties under typical office conditions. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, speak, hear, and use hands to operate office equipment, and reach with hands and arms. Vision requirements include the ability to read routine and complex documents and use a computer.
SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS: Must be available to work day, night or weekend shifts. Must be available to work a schedule that fulfills the staffing needs of the desk. Must be punctual and dependable.
Approximate anticipated hours –
Wednesday 3-8PM, Thursday 2-8PM, Friday 10AM-5PM, Two Saturdays per month 10AM-5PM
COMPENSATION: $12.25 per hour. Approximately 20 work hours per week. No benefits provided.
CLEARANCES: Satisfactory passage of FBI Criminal Record Check, Pennsylvania Criminal History and Child Abuse Clearances will be required every three years.
PROBATION: The position is probationary for one year and non-probationary afterwards.
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It’s time for the annual bookmark contest again! Children in grades K through 8 are eligible to participate. Just create an original bookmark using the form. See rules listed on the form. Paper forms are available at the library service desk.
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