Castleton Public Library

10/22/2026

Please note: We will not be holding our Learn & Play Storytime on Thursday, October 29th.

We will resume our regularly scheduled storytime on Thursday, November 5th!

10/21/2026

Join us in creating Castleton Public Library's first ever Community Art Project! 🎨

🌈11/1/26-11/14/26: Stop by the library and pick up an 8x10" canvas.

🌈11/14/26-12/15/26: Create an original work of art inspired by the theme "New Year"—no experience required! Whether you paint, doodle, collage, or go wonderfully wild, we want to see what you create. All ages are welcome!

⭐Completed canvases are due back to the library by 12/15/26.

🌈1/4/27-3/8/27: All artwork will be displayed in our Community Room, turning the space into a colorful celebration of local creativity.

Come make something, share something, and be part of the art!

10/20/2026

Paws to Read is Wednesday, 10/21 from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Join us for some reading practice with a certified therapy dog! Our friendly pup creates a calm, happy space for young readers. Practice reading aloud and enjoy furry encouragement! Registration is encouraged but walk-ins will be accepted if time permits. Register at https://tinyurl.com/PawstoReadCPL

10/19/2026

Join us the third Wednesday of each month for a book discussion! This month's selection is Yellowface: A Novel by R.F. Kuang. We are meeting on Wednesday, October 21st at 1:00 p.m.

10/18/2026

🎃Come and try some tasty Halloween snacks and leave with a cookbook of recipes that you can try at home! Join us for Spooky Snacks on Tuesday, October 20th from 4:00 - 6:00 p.m. 🎃

10/18/2026

The monthly meeting of the library's Board of Trustees is Monday, October 19th at 7:00 p.m. Members of the public are welcome to attend.

10/15/2026

We're hiring! Castleton Public Library is seeking a full-time Programming & Outreach Coordinator! Visit www.castletonpubliclibrary.org for more information and how to apply.

10/14/2026

Castleton Public Library Welcomes New Director, Melanie Sheldon

The Castleton Public Library Board of Trustees is excited to announce the new Library Director, Melanie Sheldon! Melanie is currently acting as Interim Director and was previously CPL’s Programming and Outreach Coordinator.

Melanie began working at CPL in 2023 as a Library Assistant before moving into the full-time role of Programming and Outreach Coordinator. In that role, she designed and facilitated library programming for patrons of all ages while also developing and cultivating relationships within the community. Some of Melanie’s favorite patrons know her as Miss Melanie, thanks to her presence at storytime and school field trip visits.

A statement from Melanie: “I am thrilled to take on the role of Library Director at this library that I love. Over the last three years, I have met so many wonderful people here in Castleton and have always felt welcomed and valued by our community members. I can’t wait to expand the relationships I have made and create new opportunities for our Village and our patrons.”

Stop by the library to congratulate Melanie and wish her luck in this new role!

10/13/2026

Registration for our October Paws to Read event is open and there are still slots available!

Click the link to sign up: https://tinyurl.com/PawstoReadCPL

Titan can't wait! 🐾

Thank you for your interest in our Paws to Read event! This form is to sign up for our October session on October 21st, 2026, from 4:00-5:00 p.m. *If you are signing up multiple children and they would like to read together during the same time slot, please fill out the form only once. If they would...

10/12/2026

🎃 Wouldn't a crocheted pumpkin be a cozy addition to your fall decor? Come make your own to bring home! Our Crochet a Pumpkin class is Monday, Oct. 26th at 5:00 p.m. Registration is required. This guided class is limited to the first 10 who register. Beginner crochet skills needed, but all necessary materials will be provided! Registration closes on October 19th. To register, visit: https://tinyurl.com/CPLPumpkinReg