Aston Public Library

by astonlibrary | May 14, 2015 · 7:09 pm

Free Chair Yoga Coming Tuesday afternoons at Aston Library!!

Chair Yoga Image There will be a free chair yoga class at the our library starting soon, but space is limited, so sign up today. Go to

http://tinyurl.com/astonadultevents

to register!

Dates and times-

May 26

June 2, 9, (skipping the 16th) 23, and 30th

July 7th

at 2PM each day.

“Chair Yoga” is a gentle form of yoga that is practiced sitting in a chair or standing, using a chair for support. It is appropriate for adults of all shapes, sizes, ages and genders. This session will be instructed by Lisa Dombroski RYT.

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by astonlibrary | May 8, 2015 · 2:52 pm

Friends of the Library “Crayola” Raffle!

Come check out the Friends of the Aston Public Library’s Crayola Raffle! The prize is a variety of coloring items for your child! Paints, markers, crayons, pencils, construction paper and all the essentials for a budding artist! Chances are only $2 each or 3 for $5. All proceeds benefit the library through the Friends! The prize will be drawn in June.

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by astonlibrary | May 5, 2015 · 1:26 pm

Vintage Motorcycle Models on Display!

Stop by the library to see a cool display of neat vintage model motorcycles, on loan from Ron Vance-

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by astonlibrary | May 4, 2015 · 9:00 am

Science in the Summer coming to the library July 13-17 – APPLY NOW!

Glaxo Science in the Summer is coming to the Aston Public Library again this year! The theme this time will be Chemistry. Science in the Summer is a free science education program that helps elementary school children “grow into science.” The program will be July 13-17 with both morning and afternoon options.

Go to http://www.scienceinthesummer.com/ to apply! The deadline is May 31. Places will be first-come first-served.

There are two age groups: those entering Grades 2 and 3 (Level I) and those entering Grades 4-6 (Level II).

For more about the program, go to:

http://www.scienceinthesummer.com/greater_phila/about.html

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by astonlibrary | May 2, 2015 · 8:47 pm

Free Shredding May 9th for Aston Residents

There will be a free shredding event in our parking lot on Saturday, May 9th from 10 AM to 1 PM. Aston Residents only. Limit of 5 boxes (maximum size 12″ x 18″) or 5 paper bags per person.

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by astonlibrary | April 22, 2015 · 9:05 am

Proposed Mileage Reimbursement Policy

The Aston Public Library Board of Trustees are considering a policy change to add the following policy to the Library’s Policy Manual-

Mileage Reimbursement

The Internal Revenue Service standard business mileage rate may be reimbursed when an employee travels on library business in his or her own vehicle. To be reimbursable, travel must be approved by the Director.

The exact mileage traveled must be included in the request for reimbursement.

For travel to and from the home of the employee, the mileage subject to reimbursement is computed by first subtracting the distance between the home and the Library.

For example, if an employee travels from home to a meeting and then to the Library, the Library will reimburse the employee for the total mileage of the trip minus the distance from home to the Library.

This change will be up for vote at the May 19th 7PM Board of Trustees meeting here at the library. The meeting is open to the public. Public comments may be made by commenting on this post or using the “Contact Us” link on this site.

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by astonlibrary | April 17, 2015 · 7:40 pm

HELP TAKE A LIBRARY SURVEY. YOU CAN WIN $50!

A doctoral student is helping us survey library visitors to discover new ways to better serve you with books. For your help, you’ll get a FREE movie/video game rental, report of results & chance to win 1 of 3 prizes worth $120!

* $50 Visa Gift Card

* $50 Anthony’s At Paxon Restaurant Gift Card

* $20 AMC Theatre Movie Gift Card

Join everyone in helping with this survey. With upcoming graduations, holidays, summer, and vacations, why not win some easy money.

HURRY to the survey link below before it ends!

http://bit.ly/librarybooksurvey

(To remember to take the survey later, jot/snapshot the link now!)

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by astonlibrary | April 15, 2015 · 7:54 pm

Sun Astronomy program coming to the library!

Our Sun, Our Star

Saturday, May 23rd from 1 pm to 3 pm at the Aston Public Library!

Safe solar viewing and STEM related activities

• Safely view the surface of the sun. Our solar telescopes have special filters so

you that you will see exciting solar activity and not harm your eyes.

• Browse the Educational Poster Boards with current scientific information.

• Ask the solar expert your questions about the Sun.

• Test your Sun knowledge at the Our Magnetic Sun and Health Effects tables.

• Learn about albedo & energy transformations at the Importance of Color table.

This FREE multigenerational program is presented by the Albuquerque Astronomical

Society (TAAS) in collaboration with the Charlie Bates Solar Astronomy Project

(CBSAP).

Sun Astronomy Picture

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by astonlibrary | April 13, 2015 · 2:04 pm

Volunteer Appreciation Day!

We honored our wonderful volunteers today. Thanks so much!

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by astonlibrary | April 12, 2015 · 5:09 pm

National Library Week!

Celebrate National Library Week April 12th – April 18th! Visit our library, say hello to the staff, and see all the services, materials and programs we offer! This year’s theme is Unlimited possibilities @ your library! Stop by during the week, and catch a glimpse of all the things you can do @ the library – 3270 Concord Road (in the Community Center building) and www.astonlibrary.org. We are open 10-8 Monday through Thursday and 10-5 Friday and Saturday, closed Sunday.

Special Programs this week include–

Toddler/Preschool Storytime on Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30AM

Infant/Young Toddler Storytime on Wednesday at 10AM

Free Chair Yoga Wednesday at 6:30PM and Saturday at 11AM

Book Club on Wednesday at 7PM

Thanks to the Township Commissioners for their support and recognition of National Library Week!