Events in September 2019

  • LIBRARY CLOSED - Labor Day

    Category: General LIBRARY CLOSED - Labor Day

    N/A
    September 2, 2019

    The Library will be CLOSED on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.

  • Library Store

    Category: General Library Store


    September 4, 2019

    Redeem your Summer Reading "Book Bucks" for great books and prizes. The store is open for all registered summer reading participants who submitted reading logs either online or on paper before the September 1st deadline.
    The store will be open from 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.

  • Library Store

    Category: General Library Store


    September 5, 2019

    Redeem your Summer Reading "Book Bucks" for great books and prizes. The store is open for all registered summer reading participants who submitted reading logs either online or on paper before the September 1st deadline.
    The store will be open from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m.

  • Library Store

    Category: General Library Store


    September 6, 2019

    Redeem your Summer Reading "Book Bucks" for great books and prizes. The store is open for all registered summer reading participants who submitted reading logs either online or on paper before the September 1st deadline.
    The store will be open from 2 p.m. - 8 p.m.

  • Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

    Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


    September 7, 2019

    Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

  • Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday


    September 9, 2019

    Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
    No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

    Write it Out - Writing Group

    Category: General Write it Out - Writing Group


    September 9, 2019

    A writing group for parents, caregivers, family members and educators of children with special needs. This is a safe space to share and explore thoughts and feelings! This group meets regularly at the library throughout the year and is facilitated by Diana Rush, a writer 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

  • Story Time for Preschoolers

    Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers


    September 10, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
    Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

    Stanzas - A Poetry Circle

    Category: General Stanzas - A Poetry Circle


    September 10, 2019

    Bring a one page poem by a published poet inspired by the theme MEMORIES.

    If possible bring 5 copies of your poem, to pass around to the group.

    This is NOT a poetry writing workshop, this is simply a gathering of poetry enthusiasts who wish to share their favorite poems and thoughts on poetry.

  • Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months

    Category: General Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months


    September 11, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for this program specifically for infants and babies. Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

  • Story Time for Preschoolers

    Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers


    September 12, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
    Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

    Library Budget Vote & Election of Trustees

    Category: General Library Budget Vote & Election of Trustees


    September 12, 2019

    Vote on the proposed Library Budget and to elect members to the Board of Trustees.
    Polls are at the Staatsburg Library and are open from 2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

    Board of Trustees Meeting

    Category: General Board of Trustees Meeting


    September 12, 2019

    Board of Trustees Meeting

  • Battle of the Books - Celebration Party!

    Category: General Battle of the Books - Celebration Party!


    September 13, 2019

    Time to PARTY!!!! Let's celebrate with ice cream sundaes! Friday September 13 at 7 p.m.

    We are so proud of our Battle of the Books teams! This year we had a High School team and a Middle School Team. Both teams did an awesome job reading and preparing all summer. They also did an awesome job at the regional battle, held at Columbia – Greene Community College. They are an amazing group of kids!
    Thanks to all those behind-the-scenes volunteers, especially our own wonderful coaches Sarah Wiley, Kia Grogan and especially Lisa Prentiss. Lisa also works throughout the year to help manage the many moving parts needed to make the day happen!

    CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR SUPER READERS!

  • Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

    Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


    September 14, 2019

    Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

  • Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday


    September 16, 2019

    Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
    No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

    Poetry Workshop - Poetry for Politicians: Reading & Writing Political Poetry

    Category: General Poetry Workshop - Poetry for Politicians: Reading & Writing Political Poetry


    September 16, 2019

    Over the course of several sessions, graduate student Dennis Rush will lead us through a series of poetry reading and writing experiences with the objective of learning about political poetry and creating political poems.
    The end goal is to send political poetry to politicians who have the ability to affect legislation and/or funding related to current issues and concerns.
    More information about the workshop can be found at poemsforpoliticians.com
    Everyone is welcome and no writing experience is necessary

  • Motion Commotion for Preschoolers

    Category: General Motion Commotion for Preschoolers


    September 17, 2019

    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.

    Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-11 am. The same theme is offered both days.

    Community Conversations about Climate Change: Global Problem, Local Impacts

    Category: General Community Conversations about Climate Change: Global Problem, Local Impacts


    September 17, 2019

    A healthy environment is essential to strong, thriving neighborhoods. Join us for a down-to-earth Community Conversation about Climate Change, how it is impacting Staatsburg, Hyde Park & the Hudson Valley, and what we can do individually and collectively about our rapidly changing world. This forum for community discussions are a collaborative effort between the Staatsburg Library and St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church and will be facilitated by David McNary.
    At this third meeting we will discuss :

    Our hope is that over six sessions we can address different aspects of climate change; identify clear and reliable sources of information about the status of climate change; identify global efforts to address it; identify the local impacts and actions that we can take as individuals and organizations; identify resources we access to continue this effort.

    If you would like a copy of the materials we will be discussing in advance of the meeting please email staatslibrary@gmail.com and we will send you a copy.

    Community Conversations about Climate Change:  Global Problem, Local Impacts

    Jointly Sponsored by: The Staatsburg Library & St. Margaret’s Church of Staatsburg

    Adult Book Club Meeting

    Category: General Adult Book Club Meeting


    September 17, 2019

    The adult book club is a dynamic group of readers that meet monthly for fun and lively discussions about a vast array of books, from contemporary to the classics.

    September Book Selection: Lilac Girls by Martha Hall Kelly

    For information about joining the Book Club please call the Staatsburg Library 889-4683.

  • Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months

    Category: General Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months


    September 18, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for this program specifically for infants and babies. Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

    Girls Book Club for 3rd & 4th Graders

    Category: General Girls Book Club for 3rd & 4th Graders


    September 18, 2019

    A book club for girls in 3rd, and 4th grade who love to read! Join Miss Lisa for a book discussion, craft games, snacks & FUN! Contact the circulation desk to order a copy of the book.

    September Meeting: choose a book, craft & games

    Mystery Book Club Meeting

    Category: General Mystery Book Club Meeting


    September 18, 2019

    The mystery book club is a dynamic group of readers that meet monthly for fun and lively discussions about a vast array of mystery books, from contemporary to the classics.
    September Book Selection: Careless Love by Peter Robinson
    For information about joining the Mystery Book Club please call the Staatsburg Library.
    889-4683.

  • Motion Commotion for Preschoolers

    Category: General Motion Commotion for Preschoolers


    September 19, 2019

    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.

    Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-11 am. The same theme is offered both days.

  • Lego Night

    Category: General Lego Night


    September 20, 2019

    If you can dream it, you can build it – with Legos! Future engineers, architects and visionaries are invited to show off their handiwork during this exciting evening of friends, family and Legos. We have tons of Legos to use and each night has a unique theme for building inspiration. Children must be accompanied by a caretaker.

  • Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

    Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


    September 21, 2019

    Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

  • Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday


    September 23, 2019

    Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
    No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

    Boys Book Club for 3rd - 5th Graders

    Category: General Boys Book Club for 3rd - 5th Graders


    September 23, 2019

    A book club for boys in 3rd - 5th grade who love to read! Join Miss Lisa for a book discussion and craft. Contact the circulation desk to order a copy of the book.

    Beginning of the year book selection & games

    Write it Out - Writing Group

    Category: General Write it Out - Writing Group


    September 23, 2019

    A writing group for parents, caregivers, family members and educators of children with special needs. This is a safe space to share and explore thoughts and feelings! This group meets regularly at the library throughout the year and is facilitated by Diana Rush, a writer 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

    Food Lit & Cookbook Bookclub

    Category: General Food Lit & Cookbook Bookclub


    September 23, 2019

    A monthly book club that centers around the themes of food, cooking & eating. Books and discussions range from ingredients & flavors to health, policy, people and the environment.

    September Book Selections: The Food Lab by J. Kenji Lopez-Alt & The Man Who Ate Everything by Jeffrey Steingarten

  • Story Time for Preschoolers

    Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers


    September 24, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
    Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

    Story Time for Preschoolers

    Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers


    September 24, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
    Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

  • Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months

    Category: General Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months


    September 25, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for this program specifically for infants and babies. Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

  • Story Time for Preschoolers

    Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers


    September 26, 2019

    Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
    Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

  • Maker Space for Upper Elem. & Middle School

    Category: General Maker Space for Upper Elem. & Middle School


    September 27, 2019

    This program is for Upper Elementary and Middle School students to explore their creativity through projects in science, art, math and technology.
    This month we will explore:

  • Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

    Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


    September 28, 2019

    Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

  • Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday


    September 30, 2019

    Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
    No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

    Poetry Workshop - Poetry for Politicians: Reading & Writing Political Poetry

    Category: General Poetry Workshop - Poetry for Politicians: Reading & Writing Political Poetry


    September 30, 2019

    Over the course of several sessions, graduate student Dennis Rush will lead us through a series of poetry reading and writing experiences with the objective of learning about political poetry and creating political poems.
    The end goal is to send political poetry to politicians who have the ability to affect legislation and/or funding related to current issues and concerns.
    More information about the workshop can be found at poemsforpoliticians.com
    Everyone is welcome and no writing experience is necessary

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.