Events in November 2021

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
October 31, 2021(1 event)

Halloween on the Library Lawn


October 31, 2021

Halloween on the Library Lawn

If you are out Trick -or- Treating come visit us at the library!
Show off your costume and warm up with some hot chocolate and toasted marshmallows beside the campfire on the library lawn.

Sunday, October 31
5 - 8 PM

November 1, 2021(1 event)

Mah Jongg Monday


November 1, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
2 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 2, 2021(2 events)

Story time - Animals In The Fall


November 2, 2021

Story time - Animals In The Fall

What are the animals doing to prepare for winter?
Storytime & craft

Seating will be arranged for appropriate physical distancing.
Masks required inside.

Tuesday, November 2
10 AM

 

Mandarin & Chinese Culture Club For 3rd - 5th Grade (Virtual Program)


November 2, 2021

Mandarin & Chinese Culture Club
For 3rd - 5th Grade
Virtual Program

Learn Chinese language and culture in this five week series of classes for 3rd - 5th graders.

Tuesday, October 19 & 26
Tuesday, November 2, 9 & 16
4 pm

Virtual Program
To receive the Zoom link for this program call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

November 3, 2021
November 4, 2021(3 events)

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers


November 4, 2021

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers
at the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.
(Staatsburg Firehouse 49 Old Post Road)
Masks required inside.

Thursday, November 4, 11 & 18
10 AM

 

 

Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System - Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids


November 4, 2021

Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

The group will be meeting at a different Hyde Park State Park each week. This 12 week series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

Rain or shine; only required materials would be appropriate hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea!

To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit the library website: staatsburglibrary.org

Thursday, November 4, 11 & 18
Afternoon - Time may change weekly based on sunset
Check library website each week for location & time
staatslibrary@gmail.com

 

 

Write It Out A Writing Group for Parents, Caregivers, Family Members & Educators of Children with Disabilities


November 4, 2021

Write It Out
A Writing Group for Parents, Caregivers, Family Members & Educators of Children with Disabilities
Virtual Program

For information and registration call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

A writing group for parents, caregivers, family members and educators of children with disabilities. This is a safe space to share and explore thoughts and feelings! This group meets throughout the year and is facilitated by Diana Rush, a writer, educator and parent.
Diana will help participants use writing as a means to sort through some of the unique challenges and victories of parenting and working with these special kids.
Everyone is welcome and no writing experience is necessary.

For information and registration call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Thursday, November 4 & 18
7 PM
Virtual Program

November 5, 2021(1 event)

Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages


November 5, 2021

Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages
Outside - Weather Permitting

Discuss the adventures of Jack & Annie! Activities, crafts and games based on the Magic Treehouse Book Series.
November -  Book #4 Pirates Past Noon
Friday, November 5
6:30 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 6, 2021(1 event)

Paper Inventing - Amazing Math Models (Virtual Program)


November 6, 2021

Paper Inventing
Amazing Math Models
Virtual Program

Make three paper math models with a twist!
Join with Kathy Ceceri, author of Make: Paper Inventions to create a
Mobius Strip, Hexaflexagon & Dragon Curve Fractal
With just strips of paper, scissors, and tape, you’ll create amazing changeable designs that seem to do their own magic tricks!
Best for grades 4 through 8!

Saturday, November 6
10:30 AM
Virtual Program
To receive the Zoom link for this program call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

November 7, 2021
November 8, 2021(1 event)

Mah Jongg Monday


November 8, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
2 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 9, 2021(3 events)

Story time - Space


November 9, 2021

Story time - Space

Grab your spacesuit -we're going to the moon!
Story time & craft

Seating will be arranged for appropriate physical distancing.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 9
10 AM

 

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays - At the Staatsburg Firehouse


November 9, 2021

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays
At the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join instructor Maryann Russell for Qigong/Tai Chi for all levels of ability on Tuesday afternoons in November. Classes will meet at the Staatsburg Firehouse where we have plenty of room to spread out.

With a combination of meditation, controlled breathing, and gentle movement, Qigong & Tai Chi offer the opportunity to be centered and balanced physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 9, 16, 23 & 30
2-3 pm
Staatsburg Firehouse
49 Old Post Road

Mandarin & Chinese Culture Club For 3rd - 5th Grade (Virtual Program)


November 9, 2021

Mandarin & Chinese Culture Club
For 3rd - 5th Grade
Virtual Program

Learn Chinese language and culture in this five week series of classes for 3rd - 5th graders.

Tuesday, October 19 & 26
Tuesday, November 2, 9 & 16
4 pm

Virtual Program
To receive the Zoom link for this program call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

November 10, 2021(1 event)

Girls Book Club – For Elementary Ages


November 10, 2021

Girls Book Club – For Elementary Ages

Meet with other readers to discuss books, play games and make crafts.
November Books: Pony by R.J. Palacio
or
Room To Dream by Kelly Yang

Wednesday, November 10
4:30 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 11, 2021(3 events)

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers


November 11, 2021

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers
at the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.
(Staatsburg Firehouse 49 Old Post Road)
Masks required inside.

Thursday, November 4, 11 & 18
10 AM

 

 

Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System - Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids


November 11, 2021

Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

The group will be meeting at a different Hyde Park State Park each week. This 12 week series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

Rain or shine; only required materials would be appropriate hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea!

To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit the library website: staatsburglibrary.org

Thursday, November 4, 11 & 18
Afternoon - Time may change weekly based on sunset
Check library website each week for location & time
staatslibrary@gmail.com

 

 

Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting


November 11, 2021

Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees
Monthly Meeting

For more information visit the Staatsburg Library website
staatsburglibrary.org
or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Thursday, November 11
7 pm
Masks required in the library building

November 12, 2021(1 event)

High School Book Club


November 12, 2021

High School Book Club

Do you love to read great books?
Join us for the High School Book Club to read and discuss outstanding books
and meet other teens who love to read.

November Book Selection:
All The Bright Places by Jennifer Niven

Friday, November 12
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Masks required in the library building

 

November 13, 2021
November 14, 2021
November 15, 2021(1 event)

Mah Jongg Monday


November 15, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
2 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 16, 2021(5 events)

Story time - Owls


November 16, 2021

Story time - Owls

Hoot, Hoot!
Story time & craft

Seating will be arranged for appropriate physical distancing.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 16
10 AM

 

 

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays - At the Staatsburg Firehouse


November 16, 2021

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays
At the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join instructor Maryann Russell for Qigong/Tai Chi for all levels of ability on Tuesday afternoons in November. Classes will meet at the Staatsburg Firehouse where we have plenty of room to spread out.

With a combination of meditation, controlled breathing, and gentle movement, Qigong & Tai Chi offer the opportunity to be centered and balanced physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 9, 16, 23 & 30
2-3 pm
Staatsburg Firehouse
49 Old Post Road

Mandarin & Chinese Culture Club For 3rd - 5th Grade (Virtual Program)


November 16, 2021

Mandarin & Chinese Culture Club
For 3rd - 5th Grade
Virtual Program

Learn Chinese language and culture in this five week series of classes for 3rd - 5th graders.

Tuesday, October 19 & 26
Tuesday, November 2, 9 & 16
4 pm

Virtual Program
To receive the Zoom link for this program call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Book Club


November 16, 2021

Book Club

Join a dynamic group of adult readers that meet monthly for fun and lively discussions about a vast array of books, from contemporary to the classics.
November Book Selection: Klara And The Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro

Call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to order a copy of the book.

Tuesday, November 16
7 PM
Masks required in the library building

Focaccia Art: Cooking Demonstration With Chef Liz Barbour - Virtual Program


November 16, 2021

Focaccia Art
Cooking Demonstration With Chef Liz Barbour
Virtual Program

Join chef Liz Barbour of The Creative Feast for this beautifully delicious cooking demonstration. Liz will share an easy focaccia recipe that will become her blank canvas. Using a colorful palette of cheeses, meats, herbs, vegetables, and edible flowers, Liz will show you how to create an edible gardenscape focaccia work of art.

Tuesday, November 16
7 pm
Virtual Program
To receive the Zoom link and ingredient list call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

November 17, 2021(1 event)

Mystery Book Club


November 17, 2021

Mystery Book Club

Mystery loves company! Join a dynamic group of adult readers that meet monthly for fun and lively discussions about a vast array of mystery books, from contemporary to the classics.
November Book Selection: Snow by John Banville

Wednesday, November 17
6:30 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 18, 2021(3 events)

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers


November 18, 2021

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers
at the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.
(Staatsburg Firehouse 49 Old Post Road)
Masks required inside.

Thursday, November 4, 11 & 18
10 AM

 

 

Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System - Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids


November 18, 2021

Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

The group will be meeting at a different Hyde Park State Park each week. This 12 week series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

Rain or shine; only required materials would be appropriate hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea!

To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit the library website: staatsburglibrary.org

Thursday, November 4, 11 & 18
Afternoon - Time may change weekly based on sunset
Check library website each week for location & time
staatslibrary@gmail.com

 

 

Write It Out A Writing Group for Parents, Caregivers, Family Members & Educators of Children with Disabilities


November 18, 2021

Write It Out
A Writing Group for Parents, Caregivers, Family Members & Educators of Children with Disabilities
Virtual Program

For information and registration call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

A writing group for parents, caregivers, family members and educators of children with disabilities. This is a safe space to share and explore thoughts and feelings! This group meets throughout the year and is facilitated by Diana Rush, a writer, educator and parent.
Diana will help participants use writing as a means to sort through some of the unique challenges and victories of parenting and working with these special kids.
Everyone is welcome and no writing experience is necessary.

For information and registration call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Thursday, November 4 & 18
7 PM
Virtual Program

November 19, 2021(1 event)

Middle School Book Club


November 19, 2021

Middle School Book Club
6th - 8th Grade

Do you love to read great books?
Join us for the Middle School Book Club to read and discuss outstanding books
and meet other kids who love to read.
November Book Selection:
Linked by Gordon Korman

Friday, November 19
6:30 PM

 

November 20, 2021
November 21, 2021
November 22, 2021(2 events)

Mah Jongg Monday


November 22, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
2 PM
Masks required in the library building

Boys Book Club - Upper Elementary


November 22, 2021

Boys Book Club - Upper Elementary

Discuss books, make crafts and play fun games!
The October book will be selected at this meeting.
November Book Selections:
I Survived Hurricane Katrina by Lauren Tarshis
OR
Zane & The Hurricane by Rodman Philbrick

Monday, November 22
4:30 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 23, 2021(3 events)

Story time - Thanksgiving


November 23, 2021

Story time - Thanksgiving

It's all about giving thanks!
Story time & craft

Seating will be arranged for appropriate physical distancing.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 23
10 AM

 

 

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays - At the Staatsburg Firehouse


November 23, 2021

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays
At the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join instructor Maryann Russell for Qigong/Tai Chi for all levels of ability on Tuesday afternoons in November. Classes will meet at the Staatsburg Firehouse where we have plenty of room to spread out.

With a combination of meditation, controlled breathing, and gentle movement, Qigong & Tai Chi offer the opportunity to be centered and balanced physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 9, 16, 23 & 30
2-3 pm
Staatsburg Firehouse
49 Old Post Road

Tween/Teen Craft Night - Handmade Holiday Gifts


November 23, 2021

Tween/Teen Craft Night
Handmade Holiday Gifts

Create crafty DIY gifts to give for the holidays!
5th Grade and Up

Tuesday, November 23
6:30 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 24, 2021(1 event)

Library CLOSING at 5pm - Thanksgiving

N/A
November 24, 2021

The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 24 at 5pm
Thursday, November 25

November 25, 2021(1 event)

Library CLOSED - Thanksgiving

N/A
November 25, 2021

The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving

Wednesday, November 24 at 5pm
Thursday, November 25

November 26, 2021
November 27, 2021
November 28, 2021
November 29, 2021(1 event)

Mah Jongg Monday


November 29, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, November 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29
2 PM
Masks required in the library building

November 30, 2021(2 events)

Story time - Winter Clothing


November 30, 2021

Story time - Winter Clothing

What do you wear in the winter?
Story time & craft

Seating will be arranged for appropriate physical distancing.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 30
10 AM

 

 

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays - At the Staatsburg Firehouse


November 30, 2021

Qigong & Tai Chi Tuesdays
At the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join instructor Maryann Russell for Qigong/Tai Chi for all levels of ability on Tuesday afternoons in November. Classes will meet at the Staatsburg Firehouse where we have plenty of room to spread out.

With a combination of meditation, controlled breathing, and gentle movement, Qigong & Tai Chi offer the opportunity to be centered and balanced physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually.
Masks required inside. 

Tuesday, November 9, 16, 23 & 30
2-3 pm
Staatsburg Firehouse
49 Old Post Road

December 1, 2021
December 2, 2021(1 event)

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers at the Staatsburg Firehouse


December 2, 2021

Motion Commotion For Preschoolers
at the Staatsburg Firehouse

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.
(Staatsburg Firehouse 49 Old Post Road)
Masks required inside.

Thursday, December 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
10 AM

December 3, 2021(2 events)

Henna For The Holidays


December 3, 2021

Henna For The Holidays

Amy Barressi of The Tipsy Turtle Henna Body Art is back at the Staatsburg Library to do all natural Henna Body Art!
Amy will be creating holiday inspired designs.
Space is limited - registration required.

Friday, December 3
6:30 pm

To register for this program call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages


December 3, 2021

Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages

Discuss the adventures of Jack & Annie! Activities, crafts and games based on the Magic Treehouse Book Series.
December -  Book #17 Tonight On The Titanic
Friday, December 3
6:30 PM
Masks required in the library building

December 4, 2021(1 event)

Paper Circuits: Light-Up Origami Jumping Frog - Virtual Program


December 4, 2021

Paper Inventing
Paper Circuits: Light-Up Origami Jumping Frog
Virtual Program

Learn how electrical circuits and switches work while you make an action origami frog.
Press down on the frog's back legs to make its LED eyes light up – then let go and watch it hop away!
Best for grades 4 through 8!
Materials/supplies will be available to be picked up at the library ahead of time.

Pre-registration required (you will get the event link, materials list and supplies kit).

Saturday, December 4
10:30 AM
Virtual Program
To receive the Zoom link for this program call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

We offer story times and other activities for children, teens, and adults, including a book discussion group. Check our program calendar or call the library at 845-889-4683.