About TTOB

What is Two Towns-One Book?
Two Towns-One Book: Clifton Park & Halfmoon Read! (TTOB) is a program of the Friends of the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Public Library. Our goal is to bring people in our community together through the shared reading and discussion of a common book. Our choices inspire rich discussion and community activities and encourage younger readers to participate through companion books and related activities.
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How is THE BOOK chosen?
From February through May, everyone may nominate favorite books to be considered for the community-wide read. If you know more than one book that would be perfect for our community read, you may nominate more than one book. Nominations are winnowed down to 5 books, and community residents vote for one of the final 5 to choose THE BOOK.  Various events and discussions take place around the theme of the chosen book to compliment the shared reading experience. See Archives for past books and events.
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 Where can I nominate or vote for a book?
Residents may nominate their favorite books, from January through April, by using ballots available at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library, Clifton Park Town Hall, and Halfmoon Town Hall or by emailing us with your nomination at cphfriends@nycap.rr.com or online here. 
What are we looking for in a book?
  • Fiction or Nonfiction
  • Addresses universal themes of life
  • Sparks thoughtful discussion
  • Of general interest to adults and young adults
  • Available in several formats for accessibility
How can book clubs participate in TTOB?
Book clubs are an important component of Two Towns-One Book: Clifton Park and Halfmoon Read! Once registered, book clubs will be notified of upcoming events and activities surrounding the chosen book. To register your book club, simply e-mail Linda Conklin, Chairwoman of Two Towns-One Book, at lindaconklin9@gmail.com. Please give her the name of your club, the contact person and the contact e-mail address.
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How can families be involved?
Our Kids Read, Too! Committee chooses related junior companion books and provides events and activities that invite younger community members to join all the fun.
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Are other organizations involved?
Many community partners are supporting TTOB. Donations of cash or in-kind services from businesses and residents are welcome. See Sponsors for a complete list.
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How can I be part of or support TTOB?
  • We invite volunteers to work on sub-committees and events. Sub-committees include: Book Selection, Book Readers, Public Relations, Events, Fundraising, and Kids Read, Too! Contact Us.
  • Get the BOOK! Check out a copy of the selected book or purchase your own copy at your local bookstore. The title will be available at the Clifton Park-Halfmoon Library in hardback, paperback and audio format. 
  • Read! Join your family, friends, co-workers, and neighbors in reading the same book – together!
  • Register your Book Club. We are happy to include book clubs from the surrounding area.
  • Attend our related programs. See Activities Calendar.
  • Check out our web pages weekly and watch for the official schedule of events every January!
  • Sign up to receive e-mail updates about TTOB related programs and events.
  • Attend a Community Book Discussion. Official Discussion Questions for your own book group will also be available on the website.
  • Contact Us. Or contact Linda Conklin, Chairwoman of TTOB, at lindaconklin9@gmail.com.