Events in October 2025
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September 29, 2025(2 events) –
Babies & Books 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. 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, September 5, 15, 22 & 29 Staatsburg Library –
Boys STEM Club - Upper Elementary STEM activities & challenges, play fun games and have a snack! Monday, September 29 Staatsburg Library |
September 30, 2025(2 events) –
September 30 is Donna Decker's last day of work at the Staatsburg Post Office. Please come and wish her well at the post office during regular business hours and/or join us at the Staatsburg Library gazebo (or inside the library if it rains). Finger fods to share are welcomed. –
Stanzas: Poetry Circle Bring a poem by a published poet inspired by the chosen theme. This is not a poetry writing workshop, we read and share poetry by published authors. Tuesday, September 30* Staatsburg Library |
October 1, 2025
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October 2, 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 3, 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 |
October 4, 2025(1 event) – 
GREAT STAATSBURG BAKING COMPETITION
Calling all bakers! Enter your best homemade baked treats. SIX CATEGORIES: Pies & Tarts, Cakes & Cupcakes, Cookies, Gluten Free, Unique Desserts and Bread (New Category) Come to compete or come to eat! Submit a baked good or simply enjoy those baked by others. Throughout the day there will be raffles, music, sale of entered baked goods and refreshments. FUN FOR ALL AGES! The event will be held at the NYS Taconic Parks Auditorium. Details about the event and registration will be posted on the Lots of great RAFFLE PRIZES too. You don't have to be present to win! The Friends of the Staatsburg Library are so excited to bring back this amazing library FUNdraiser. Saturday, October 4 Taconic Parks Auditorium (Old Staatsburg School) |
October 5, 2025
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October 6, 2025(3 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 –
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 7, 2025
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October 8, 2025(1 event) –
The Art Of Repeat Income Virtual Program - Online Via Zoom Presented by James Farnham Registration Required
This program is designed for beginners, entrepreneurs, commission-only employees, account executives, brokers, sales and business development professionals, agents, independent contractors, stay at home parents, or even retirees who want to start building recurring income. Learn how to build a sustainable source of repeat income. Identify effective strategies and proven methods to earn reliable ongoing revenue. Delve into the financial world from the standpoint of owning or selling. Give online classes. E-publish and print on demand with the assistance of artificial intelligence. Start a home-based business: what to look for and what to look out for. Review network marketing as a business model. These are all practical tools and actionable strategies that can generate consistent and reliable cash flow.
You must register in advance for this educational event. Registration will be accepted through one day before the program.
Wednesday, October 8 6 PM - 8 PM |
October 9, 2025(2 events) –
Story time Fall Is In The Air
Join Miss Lisa for books, crafts, friends & FUN!
Thursday, October 9 10 AM Staatsburg Library –
Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
For more information visit the Staatsburg Library website staatsburglibrary.org or email staatslibrary@gmail.com
The Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees meet on the second Thursday of each month at 7 pm
2025 Meeting Schedule January 9, February 13, March 13, April 10, May 8, June 12, July 10, August 14, September 11, October 9, November 13, December 11
Thursday, October 9 7 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 10, 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 –
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. October Book - #33 Narwhal On A Sunny Night
Friday, October 10 6:30 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 11, 2025
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October 12, 2025
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October 13, 2025(1 event) October 13, 2025
The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED in Observance of Indigenous Peoples' Day & Columbus Day Monday, October 13 |
October 14, 2025
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October 15, 2025(3 events) –
Girls Book Club – For Upper Elementary Ages (3rd - 5th Grades)
Talk about books, play games, make crafts, have a snack & lots of FUN! October book / activity: Reader's Choice
Wednesday, October 15 4:30 PM 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. –
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. October Book Selection: Murder Takes A Vacation by Laura Lippman Call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to order a copy of the book.
Wednesday, October 15 6:30 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 16, 2025(3 events) –
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 –
Dungeon & Dragons Club For Middle & High Schoolers
Join or new D & D Club where you will collaborate in the role playing game Dungeon & Dragons, guided by Zachary Gordon. You don't have to have experience playing, just a good attitude and willingness to learn and have fun!
Thursday, October 16 4:30 PM Staatsburg Library –
Celebrate National Fossil Day Show & Tell
We're celebrating National Fossil Day with a drop-in show & tell! Our neighbor Jessica (a geologist!) will be bringing fossils to the library for a show & tell. If you have them, we encourage you to bring questions and fossils too!
Thursday, October 16 5 PM - 6 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 17, 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 –
Teen Night 6th Grade and Up
Hang out with friends and have lots of laughs at the library! Snacks, games, activities & tons of FUN! Be ready for Halloween pumpkin madness.
Friday, October 17 7 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 18, 2025(1 event) –
Great Give Back Milkweed Release Day at Drayton Grant Park at Burger Hill
Join Winnakee and pollinator partners: The Morton and Staatsburg Libraries and the Pollinator Patrol Club at Burger Hill for a morning of identifying milkweed, discovering the wonders of Monarchs and participating in the joyful act of spreading milkweed seed for next year’s Monarchs.
Can’t join us this day? We will have seed packets after the event available for pick up at the Staatsburg or Morton Libraries that you can use at home.
Free and open to all. No registration necessary.
Saturday, October 18 10 am - 12 pm Drayton Grant Park at Burger Hill 3158 NY-9G, Rhinebeck Drayton Grant Park at Burger Hill |
October 19, 2025
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October 20, 2025(2 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 |
October 21, 2025(1 event) –
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. October Book Selection: The Lincoln Conspiracy by Brad Meltzer
Call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to order a copy of the book.
Tuesday, October 21 7 PM Staatsburg Library |
October 22, 2025(2 events) –
Create! Art & Crafts Decoupage With Paper Napkins
An afternoon of creating! Explore decoupage with decorative paper napkins. Supplies provided - you bring the creativity!
Wednesday, October 22 2 pm 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 23, 2025(2 events) –
Story time BOO!
Join Miss Lisa for books, crafts, friends & FUN!
Thursday, October 23 10 AM Staatsburg Library –
Film Club DIABOLIQUE * TIME & LOCATION CHANGE FOR OCTOBER MEETING
Diabolique (1955, Henri-Georges Clouzot) At a French boarding school, the wife and mistress of a cruel headmaster form an uneasy alliance and hatch a daring plan against him—only to find themselves ensnared in a web of dread and uncertainty. Clouzot, sometimes called “the French Hitchcock,” crafts one of the most influential thrillers ever made—dark, suspenseful, and filled with twists that still shock today. Alfred Hitchcock himself tried to buy the rights to make this film, only to lose out to Clouzot.
Join us at the library as we watch and discuss a different film each month!. There's popcorn and refreshments too!
Thursday, October 23 6:30 PM St. Margaret's Church (Across the street from the library) St Margaret's Episcopal Church |
October 24, 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 |
October 25, 2025
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October 26, 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 |
November 1, 2025
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November 2, 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.