Events in December 2023

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November 26, 2023
November 27, 2023(4 events)

Babies & Books - A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months

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November 27, 2023

Babies & Books
A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months
Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets, toys and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

Monday, November 6, 13, 20 & 27
10:30 AM

 

Mah Jongg Monday

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November 27, 2023

Mah Jongg Monday

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

Monday, November 6, 13, 20 & 27
2 PM

Boys Book & STEM Club - Upper Elementary (3rd - 5th Grade)

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November 27, 2023

Boys Book  & STEM Club - Upper Elementary
(3rd - 5th Grade)

Discuss books, tackle stem activities & challenges, play fun games and have a snack!
November book(s): Reader's Choice

Monday, November 27
4:30 PM

Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club

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November 27, 2023

Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club

November Book Selection:
Pastoral Song by James Rebanks

The New York Times bestselling author of The Shepherd’s Life profiles his family’s farm across three generations, revealing through this intimate lens the profound global transformation of agriculture and of the human relationship to the land.

Monday, November 27
7 PM
November 28, 2023(2 events)

Hiking Through History: Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System - Eleanor's Walk

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November 28, 2023

Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
Registration for Hikes beginning in May Available Now

Pollinator Patrol Club hikes of the Hyde Park Healthy Trails Walkabout
We will “hike through history” each week on Tuesdays at 4pm. You will meet Candace Gallagher at the trail head to explore 12 different trails in Hyde Park. Each hike is approximately an hour and a half. There are more than 30 miles of beautiful trails where we will learn about the history of the area, immerse in nature, look for pollinators and other creatures, while earning a free sew-on patch.
More information about the trail system can be found at www.hydeparktrails.com

The hikes are guided but adults are responsible for their individual group and are required to follow these basic rules.
Guidelines on the Trail:
- Make sure you can see who brought you while hiking.
- No running and stay on the trail.
- Do not hike with sticks or bring items home.
- We follow all the rules of the park we are visiting.

We recommend bringing water, bug spray, and sunscreen and a little snack. Weather appropriate clothing and proper footwear like sneakers or hiking boots are necessary. Dress in layers, prepared for cold or warm weather. Bring umbrellas or coats, and plan to hike no matter what the weather because that is part of the fun!

Pictures: We take photographs and share what we learn on the hikes with others. We would love to highlight your photos too. Send them or tag Staatsburg library, Morton library, and the Pollinator Patrol Club.

Can’t make the hikes? Pick up a copy of the trail map and Walkabout form at Morton and Staatsburg library.  Follow #pollinatorpatrolclub or Facebook info for the libraries -  an overview of each hike every week will be posted so you can look for the things we saw. Hike each trail when you can and keep track on your form. Share what you see and learn with us!

Backpacks are also available for you to take out and use from Staatsburg library. There is information and tools available in each to learn about pollinators, birdwatching, geology, and more. They will enhance your hiking experience!

Thanks to the Learning About and Appreciating Nature and the Environment Grant Funding from the
Mid-Hudson Chapter, Adirondack Mountain Club (MHADK) for supporting the Staatsburg Library Hiking Through History Programs.

REGISTRATION REQUESTED:
call 845-889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

November 7 - Winnakee Preserve Trail
November 14 - Roosevelt Woods Trail
November 21 - Roosevelt Farm Lane
November 28 - Eleanor's Walk
4 PM
Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

Map Mills-Norrie Blue Trail

Stanzas: Poetry Circle

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November 28, 2023

Stanzas: Poetry Circle

Bring a poem by a published poet inspired by the chosen theme.
November Theme: PEACE

This is not a poetry writing workshop, we read and share poetry by published authors.

Tuesday, November 28
6 PM
November 29, 2023(1 event)

A Program For All Abilities - Holiday Crafts

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November 29, 2023

A Program For All Abilities
Holiday Crafts

This month we will have fun making holiday crafts.
For teens & adults with intellectual, cognitive and/or developmental disabilities.

Wednesday, November 29
11 AM
November 30, 2023(2 events)

Story time - Under Where? Underwear!

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November 30, 2023

Story time
Under Where? Underwear!

Join Miss Lisa for books, crafts, friends & FUN!

Thursday, November 30
10 AM

Revolutionary Things - Online Via Zoom (Registration Required)

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November 30, 2023

Revolutionary Things
Online Via Zoom - Registration Required

During the late eighteenth century, a wide range of objects associated with the American, French, and Haitian revolutions crisscrossed the ocean.  Furniture and ceramics; clothing and accessories; maps, prints, and public amusements—all circulated among diverse actors who wrestled with the political implications of these items.  In this presentation we will examine the unique ways that transatlantic revolutionary things shaped how people understood contested concepts like equality, freedom, and solidarity.  And, we will explore how these objects became a means through which individuals—enslaved and free, women and men, poor and elite—promoted, and sometimes tried to thwart, the realization of these ideals on the ground.

Ashli White is associate professor of history at the University of Miami.  She is the author of Revolutionary Things: Material Culture and Politics in the Late Eighteenth-Century Atlantic World (Yale UP, 2023) and Encountering Revolution: Haiti and the Making of the Early Republic (Johns Hopkins UP, 2010).  She was the associate curator and co-author of the catalog for Antillean Visions, a 2018 exhibition at the Lowe Art Museum that charted over 500 years of Caribbean maps.

Register Here: https://nyslibrary.libcal.com/event/11045435

Thursday, November 30
1 PM
Online Via Zoom
December 1, 2023(1 event)

Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages

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December 1, 2023

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 #12 Polar Bears Past Bedtime

Friday, December 1
6:30 PM

 
December 2, 2023
December 3, 2023
December 4, 2023(2 events)

Babies & Books - A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months

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December 4, 2023

Babies & Books
A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months
Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets, toys and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

Monday, December 4, 11, & 18
10:30 AM

 

Mah Jongg Monday

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December 4, 2023

Mah Jongg Monday

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

Monday, December 4, 11, & 18
2 PM
December 5, 2023
December 6, 2023
December 7, 2023(1 event)

Preschool Motion Commotion

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December 7, 2023

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, December 7 & 21
10 AM
December 8, 2023(1 event)

Family Holiday Party - All Ages

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December 8, 2023

Family Holiday Party
All Ages

Join us as we celebrate the holidays!
We will have music and a sing-along, crafts, refreshments and don't forget to get your picture taken with the jolly guy in the red suit!
The evening begins with a holiday music sing along at St. Margaret's Church (across the street from the library) then the fun continues with crafts, refreshments & photos with Santa at the library!

Friday, December 8
6:30 pm
December 9, 2023
December 10, 2023
December 11, 2023(3 events)

Babies & Books - A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months

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December 11, 2023

Babies & Books
A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months
Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets, toys and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

Monday, December 4, 11, & 18
10:30 AM

 

Mah Jongg Monday

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December 11, 2023

Mah Jongg Monday

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

Monday, December 4, 11, & 18
2 PM

Koekje, Cooky, or Cookie? A History of American Christmas Cookies Virtual Program – Online Via Zoom

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December 11, 2023

Koekje, Cooky, or Cookie?
A History of American Christmas Cookies
Virtual Program – Online Via Zoom

Why do the Brits call them biscuits and we call them cookies? The answer lies in the 17th century Dutch colony of New Netherland. But cookies have a peculiar history. Once the purview only of the wealthy, their flavors, shapes, and textures have changed over time. Influenced by changing technologies, household labor, slavery, social status, agricultural innovations, and immigration, cookies have become the standard American Christmastime treat. But how did we get there? In this illustrated lecture, food historian Sarah Wassberg Johnson discusses the history of cookies in America, Christmas traditions through the ages, and why we eat so many cookies during the holiday season.

Monday, December 11
7 PM
To register call 845-889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com
December 12, 2023
December 13, 2023(2 events)

Women Authors Book Club - Meeting at St. Margaret's

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December 13, 2023

Women Authors Book Club

An afternoon book club in collaboration with St. Margaret’s!

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 all by women authors. All are welcome!
December Meeting: Bring a favorite book by a woman author to share with the group

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

Wednesday, December 13
11 AM
St. Margaret's Meeting Room

 

Map St. Margaret's Episcopal Church

How Money Works A Financial Literacy Workshop facilitated by James Farnham - Virtual Program (Online Via Zoom)

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December 13, 2023

How Money Works
A Financial Literacy Workshop facilitated by James Farnham
Virtual Program - Online Via Zoom

This webinar is for anyone who wants to learn more about personal finance. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to improve your financial skills, this program will provide you with the information you need to make sound financial decisions. You will learn about:
How to save money for short-term and long-term goals
How to invest your money wisely and avoid the high cost of waiting
Identify and outline the three “Ds” of investing
Uncover and illustrate the Rule of 72
Paying off debt and the effects of compounding (both good and bad!)
Review the Theory of Decreasing Responsibility
Discover the power of tax-deferred saving
Demonstrate what is meant by the “time value of money”
Apply important concepts and principles to protect your financial assets
Make it clear why you need a financial plan and know your financial independence number

This is an educational event.
You must register in advance for this educational event.

At the registration page, please fill in your first name only and leave your last name blank.

Wednesday, December 13
7 PM 
https://bit.ly/3r1YFil

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.
December 14, 2023(2 events)

Story time - Cookies!

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December 14, 2023

Story time - Cookies!

Join Miss Lisa for books, crafts, friends & FUN!

Thursday, December 14
10 AM

Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

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December 14, 2023

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

2023 Meeting Schedule
January 12, February 9, March 9, April 13, May 11, June 8, July 13,
August 10, September 14, October 12, November 9, December 14

Thursday, December 14
*PLEASE NOTE ADJUSTED MEETING TIME (December meeting only)
6:30 PM
December 15, 2023(1 event)

Tween/Teen Craft Night - Handmade Holiday Gifts

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December 15, 2023

Tween/Teen Craft Night
Handmade Holiday Gifts

Create crafty DIY gifts to give for the holidays!
6th Grade and Up

Friday, December 15
6:30 PM
To register Email staatslibyouth@gmail.com or call 845-889-4683
December 16, 2023
December 17, 2023
December 18, 2023(3 events)

Babies & Books - A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months

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December 18, 2023

Babies & Books
A LapSit Program for Birth to 24 Months
Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets, toys and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

Monday, December 4, 11, & 18
10:30 AM

 

Mah Jongg Monday

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December 18, 2023

Mah Jongg Monday

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

Monday, December 4, 11, & 18
2 PM

Boys Book & STEM Club - Upper Elementary (3rd - 5th Grade)

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December 18, 2023

Boys Book  & STEM Club - Upper Elementary
(3rd - 5th Grade)

Discuss books, tackle stem activities & challenges, play fun games and have a snack!
December book(s): Reader's Choice

Monday, December 18
4:30 PM
December 19, 2023(1 event)

Book Club

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December 19, 2023

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.
December Book Selection - The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
To kick-off the holiday cheer bring a sweet or savory finger food to share!

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

Tuesday, December 19
7 PM
December 20, 2023(2 events)

Girls Book Club – For Elementary Ages (3rd - 5th Grade)

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December 20, 2023

Girls Book Club – For Upper Elementary Ages
(3rd - 5th Grades)

Talk about books, play games, make crafts, have a snack & lots of FUN!
December book(s) will be discussed.

Wednesday, December 20
4:30 PM

 

Mystery Book Club

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December 20, 2023

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.
December Book Selection: A Song Of Comfortable Chairs by Alexander McCall Smith

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

Wednesday, December 20
6:30 PM
December 21, 2023(1 event)

Preschool Motion Commotion

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December 21, 2023

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, December 7 & 21
10 AM
December 22, 2023
December 23, 2023
December 24, 2023
December 25, 2023(1 event)

Library CLOSED - Christmas Day

N/A
December 25, 2023

The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED for
CHRISTMAS

Monday, December 25
December 26, 2023
December 27, 2023
December 28, 2023
December 29, 2023
December 30, 2023
December 31, 2023
January 1, 2024(1 event)

Library CLOSED - New Year's Day

N/A
January 1, 2024

The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED for
NEW YEAR'S DAY

Monday, January 1
January 2, 2024
January 3, 2024
January 4, 2024(1 event)

Story time - Penguins

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January 4, 2024

Story time - Penguins

Join Miss Lisa for books, crafts, friends & FUN!

Thursday, January 4
10 AM
January 5, 2024
January 6, 2024

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.