Events in November 2025
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October 27, 2025(5 events) –
Babies & Books A LapSit Program for 4 to 23 Months
Babies and Books is a special time to bond with your baby in the company of other parents and caregivers. We will enjoy the wonders of connecting and learning through song, rhymes, fingerplay and books. This is a lap sit program to savor time with your little one as we sing, read and have fun at the library!
Babies and Books is best for children 4 months to 23 months and their caregivers to engage in a group activity.
If your little one is on the move, and uninterested in engaging with the lap sit, please join us at 11:00 AM for free play and socialization.
Monday, October 6, 20, & 27 *Library CLOSED October 13 10:30 AM Staatsburg Library –
Free Play Time For ages 4 Months to 23 Months
If your little one is on the move, and uninterested in engaging with the lap sit, please join us at 11:00 AM for free play and socialization.
Monday, October 6, 20 & 27 *Library CLOSED October 13 11 AM Staatsburg Library –
Road Scholar Online Lecture Series Evalyn Walsh McLean & the Curse of the Hope Diamond Online Program or at the library for an in-person viewing Online Program - Registration Required
Evalyn Walsh McLean, an American mining heiress and socialite, was the famed owner of the 45-carat Hope Diamond — the world’s largest blue diamond when she purchased it in 1911 from Pierre Cartier in Paris. Rumored to carry a curse that brought misfortune to its owners, the diamond accompanied Evalyn everywhere, from White House gatherings to charity events. According to the Smithsonian Institution, where the gem is displayed at the National Museum of Natural History, there is no truth to the legends related to the curse. And yet, Evalyn Walsh McLean’s life was never the same after acquiring the Hope Diamond. Heartbreak and tragedy befell her, impacting every aspect of her life. Was the diamond to blame? Join Carolyn Crouch to explore the origins of the Hope Diamond’s supposed curse and its connection to the extravagant and reckless lifestyle of its larger-than-life owner.
Monday, October 27 1 PM Registration Required to view from home OR Join us at the library for an in-person viewing (no registration necessary) –
Boys STEM Club - Upper Elementary (3rd - 5th Grade)
STEM activities & challenges, play fun games and have a snack!
Monday, October 27 4:30 PM Staatsburg Library –
Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club
October Book Selection: The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan
In The Joy Luck Club by Amy Tan, dumplings, long rice noodles and boiled peanuts are among the foods that help to connect the Chinese past of the mothers in the story to the contemporary lives of their American daughters. The language of food in the novel conveys stories in ways that other words do not.
Monday, October 27 7 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 28, 2025(2 events) –
Poetry Reading Poets, Criminals and Spies Ruth Danon - Dutchess County Poet Laureate
Join us for an intriguing evening of poetry as Dutchess County Poet Laureate Ruth Danon shares her work and that of other poets on the theme Poets, Criminals, and Spies. Participants are welcome to bring a poem by a published poet on the theme to share as well.
Ruth Danon is poet, memoirist, teacher, and curator living and working in Beacon, New York. She is the author of four books of poetry -- Turn Up The Heat (Nirala, 2023), Word Has It (Nirala, 2018), Limitless Tiny Boat (BlazeVOX, 2016), and Triangulation From A Known Point (North Star Line, 1990). Her work has been published widely in the US and abroad in publications such as 2Horatio, The Paris Review, Tupelo Quarterly, Barrow Street, Versal, and Fence. Her work was selected as a finalist in Tupelo Quarterly’s Four Quartets project and Robert Creeley selected one of her poems for inclusion in Best American Poetry 2002. Her memoir, Long Ago in the Twentieth Century, will be published by Grid Books in 2027. In 2025, she was named both Dutchess County Poet Laureate and Beacon Poet Laureate.
Tuesday, October 28 6 PM Staatsburg Library –
Stanzas: Poetry Circle
Bring a poem by a published poet inspired by the chosen theme. October Theme: POETS, CRIMINALS, & SPIES
This is not a poetry writing workshop, we read and share poetry by published authors.
Join us for an intriguing evening of poetry as Dutchess County Poet Laureate Ruth Danon shares her work and that of other poets on the theme Poets, Criminals, and Spies. Participants are welcome to bring a poem by a published poet on the theme to share as well.
Ruth Danon is poet, memoirist, teacher, and curator living and working in Beacon, New York. She is the author of four books of poetry -- Turn Up The Heat (Nirala, 2023), Word Has It (Nirala, 2018), Limitless Tiny Boat (BlazeVOX, 2016), and Triangulation From A Known Point (North Star Line, 1990). Her work has been published widely in the US and abroad in publications such as 2Horatio, The Paris Review, Tupelo Quarterly, Barrow Street, Versal, and Fence. Her work was selected as a finalist in Tupelo Quarterly’s Four Quartets project and Robert Creeley selected one of her poems for inclusion in Best American Poetry 2002. Her memoir, Long Ago in the Twentieth Century, will be published by Grid Books in 2027. In 2025, she was named both Dutchess County Poet Laureate and Beacon Poet Laureate.
Tuesday, October 28 6 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 29, 2025(2 events) –
A Program For All Abilities Arts & Crafts / Music & Movement / Games & Stories Registration Required
A social hour of activities and games designed for teens & adults with intellectual, cognitive and/or developmental disabilities. October Program - Halloween Fun! REGISTRATION REQUIRED: staatslibyouth@gmail.com
Wednesday, October 29 11 AM REGISTRATION REQUIRED Staatsburg Library –
Online Presentations and Workshops For High School Seniors & Families NY State Higher Education Services Corporation Registration Required
Navigating College Financial Aid
Grants, scholarships, work-study, and more—this session is your one-stop shop for understanding financial aid. We’ll break down what’s out there, how to apply, and pro tips for maximizing your award. Whether you’re applying to SUNY, CUNY, or private colleges, we’ve got you covered. Take control of your future and get funded! Get ready for an engaging walkthrough with plenty of real-world insights and actionable steps to set you up for success.
College Essay Master Class
This class will give attendees insider secrets on what admissions officers are truly looking for, how to start writing your essay, and how to showcase your unique qualities best to get you noticed.
College Application Timeline
From early applications to financial aid deadlines, this session maps out your entire application journey. We’ll help you organize, prioritize, and stay ahead—so you can move from senior year to college seamlessly. Get ready for an engaging walkthrough with plenty of real-world insights and actionable steps to set you up for success.
How to Maximize Financial Aid & What to Know About the FAFSA Wednesday, October 29
The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) is the key to unlocking grants, scholarships, work-study, and more—but it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. In this engaging and interactive session, our experts will walk you through how to tackle the FAFSA with confidence. You’ll discover helpful tips and insider know-how that can help your family maximize every dollar of aid you’re eligible for. Whether you’re applying for the first time or supporting someone who is, this session will empower you with the knowledge you need to make informed choices and avoid common mistakes. |
October 30, 2025(1 event) –
Motion Commotion For Preschoolers 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.
Thursday, October 2, 16 & 30 10 AM |
October 31, 2025(1 event) –
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 (weather permitting).
Friday, October 31 5 - 8 PM Staatsburg Library |
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November 6, 2025(1 event) – Staatsburg Library |
November 7, 2025(1 event) –
Community Yoga With Kristen Pratt REGISTRATION REQUIRED (space limited - you may be added to a wait list)
A gently energizing morning practice of thoughtful movement, and easygoing breathwork. No prior experience with a yoga practice is necessary. For adults of all ages and abilities. Please bring your own yoga mat, two yoga blocks and a blanket or thick towel.
Kristen Pratt (CYT 500) is committed to creating inclusive, heart-centered, and mobility-focused yoga practices for all kinds of bodies and experiences.
Friday October 3, 10, 17 & 24 November 7, 14 & 21 10 AM REGISTRATION REQUIRED Staatsburg Library |
November 8, 2025
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November 9, 2025
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November 10, 2025
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November 11, 2025
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November 12, 2025
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November 13, 2025(1 event) – Staatsburg Library |
November 14, 2025(2 events) –
Community Yoga With Kristen Pratt REGISTRATION REQUIRED (space limited - you may be added to a wait list)
A gently energizing morning practice of thoughtful movement, and easygoing breathwork. No prior experience with a yoga practice is necessary. For adults of all ages and abilities. Please bring your own yoga mat, two yoga blocks and a blanket or thick towel.
Kristen Pratt (CYT 500) is committed to creating inclusive, heart-centered, and mobility-focused yoga practices for all kinds of bodies and experiences.
Friday October 3, 10, 17 & 24 November 7, 14 & 21 10 AM REGISTRATION REQUIRED Staatsburg Library – Carnival at Candlelight Staatsburg Library |
November 15, 2025
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November 16, 2025(1 event) – Band of Outsiders Staatsburg Library |
November 17, 2025
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November 18, 2025(1 event) – Still Life by Sarah Winman Staatsburg Library |
November 19, 2025(4 events) – Staatsburg Library – Staatsburg Library – Staatsburg Library – Frozen People by Elly Griffiths Staatsburg Library |
November 20, 2025(1 event) – Staatsburg Library |
November 21, 2025(2 events) –
Community Yoga With Kristen Pratt REGISTRATION REQUIRED (space limited - you may be added to a wait list)
A gently energizing morning practice of thoughtful movement, and easygoing breathwork. No prior experience with a yoga practice is necessary. For adults of all ages and abilities. Please bring your own yoga mat, two yoga blocks and a blanket or thick towel.
Kristen Pratt (CYT 500) is committed to creating inclusive, heart-centered, and mobility-focused yoga practices for all kinds of bodies and experiences.
Friday October 3, 10, 17 & 24 November 7, 14 & 21 10 AM REGISTRATION REQUIRED Staatsburg Library – Staatsburg Library |
November 22, 2025
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November 23, 2025
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November 24, 2025(2 events) – Staatsburg Library – Staatsburg Library |
November 25, 2025(1 event) – Staatsburg Library |
November 26, 2025
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November 27, 2025(1 event) November 27, 2025 |
November 28, 2025
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November 29, 2025
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November 30, 2025
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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.