Events in August 2021

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday
August 1, 2021
August 2, 2021(2 events)

Mah Jongg Monday


August 2, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

Masks required and appropriate physical distancing will be maintained.
For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
2 PM

Upper Elementary (Entering 3rd- Entering 5th grade) - Fairytales


August 2, 2021

Fairytales
Monday, August 2 at 6:30 pm
Staatsburg Library

Do you know your fairytales? Fairy tale challenges, bingo, Jeopardy & more!

August 3, 2021
August 4, 2021(1 event)

Canoe on the Indian Kill Tidal Marsh - Norrie Point Environmental Center


August 4, 2021

Canoe on the Indian Kill Tidal Marsh 
Hudson River Estuary
Norrie Point Environmental Center

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: SPACE LIMITED
Call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to reserve a spot
Canoes will be filled first come, first served.

Educational canoe trips led by Norrie Point Environmental Center staff.
Paddle the tidal marsh with staff naturalists to learn about tidal marshes, observe birds and wildlife, and look for unique plants.
These educational canoe trips are suitable for adults and children (6 and older) whether experienced paddlers or in a canoe for the first time. All gear is provided.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED: SPACE LIMITED
Call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to reserve a spot.
Canoes will be filled first come, first served.

At the Norrie Point Environmental Center
256 Norrie Point Way
Staatsburg, NY 12580

Wednesday, August 4 at 10 am

August 5, 2021
August 6, 2021(1 event)

Wild Mountain Birds - Rehabilitator Annie Mardiney


August 6, 2021

Wild Mountain Birds
Rehabilitator Annie Mardiney
Friday, August 6 at 8:30 pm
Staatsburg Library

Annie is a local wildlife rehabilitator who will bring her birds and share her knowledge. See amazing birds up close. A treat for all ages!

August 7, 2021
August 8, 2021
August 9, 2021(2 events)

Got Extra Garden Veggies? Help a Neighbor in Need!


August 9, 2021

Got Extra Garden Veggies?
Help a Neighbor in Need!
Our garden is thriving and we are harvesting the veggies we grow and offering them to the community.
We have also been working with our partner Candace Gallagher and the Pollinator Patrol Club to collect produce and non perishable items to distribute to our local food pantries.
If you would like to help, you can drop off any extra produce from your garden that you would like to donate. Non perishable items are welcome too!
Every Monday from 9 am – 4 pm at the Staatsburg library – a collection cooler is located under the gazebo on the library lawn.
Let’s continue to fill it up. Thanks for helping!

Mah Jongg Monday


August 9, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

Masks required and appropriate physical distancing will be maintained.
For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
2 PM

August 10, 2021
August 11, 2021(1 event)

Pickleball Basics and Demonstration Pickleball Courts at Dinsmore Park in Staatsburg (Next to the Firehouse)


August 11, 2021

Pickleball
Basics and Demonstration
Pickleball Courts at Dinsmore Park in Staatsburg (Next to the Firehouse)

What is Pickleball?
It is a fun sport that combines many elements of tennis, badminton and ping-pong that can be enjoyed by all ages and skill levels. Join us for a tutorial of the game, an introduction to the equipment, and a demonstration by Frank Garofalo (USA Pickleball Association Ambassador)  and other pickleball enthusiasts.
Learn all you need to know to begin playing this exciting game on our new pickleball courts in Staatsburg.

Wednesday, August 11
Rain Date August 12
6:30 PM

August 12, 2021(2 events)

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


August 12, 2021

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

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, August 12 & 26
6 PM

Board of Trustees Meeting


August 12, 2021

Board of Trustees Meeting

August 13, 2021
August 14, 2021
August 15, 2021
August 16, 2021(2 events)

Got Extra Garden Veggies? Help a Neighbor in Need!


August 16, 2021

Got Extra Garden Veggies?
Help a Neighbor in Need!
Our garden is thriving and we are harvesting the veggies we grow and offering them to the community.
We have also been working with our partner Candace Gallagher and the Pollinator Patrol Club to collect produce and non perishable items to distribute to our local food pantries.
If you would like to help, you can drop off any extra produce from your garden that you would like to donate. Non perishable items are welcome too!
Every Monday from 9 am – 4 pm at the Staatsburg library – a collection cooler is located under the gazebo on the library lawn.
Let’s continue to fill it up. Thanks for helping!

Mah Jongg Monday


August 16, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

Masks required and appropriate physical distancing will be maintained.
For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
2 PM

August 17, 2021(1 event)

Book Club


August 17, 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.
August Book Selection: The Book Of Lost Friends by Lisa Wingate

Call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to receive a link to the meeting.

Tuesday, August 17
7 PM

August 18, 2021(1 event)

Mystery Book Club Meeting


August 18, 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.

August Book Selection: The Big Kahuna by Janet Evanovich

Masks required and appropriate physical distancing will be maintained.
Call 889-4683 for information.

Wednesday, August 18
6:30 PM

August 19, 2021
August 20, 2021
August 21, 2021
August 22, 2021
August 23, 2021(3 events)

Got Extra Garden Veggies? Help a Neighbor in Need!


August 23, 2021

Got Extra Garden Veggies?
Help a Neighbor in Need!
Our garden is thriving and we are harvesting the veggies we grow and offering them to the community.
We have also been working with our partner Candace Gallagher and the Pollinator Patrol Club to collect produce and non perishable items to distribute to our local food pantries.
If you would like to help, you can drop off any extra produce from your garden that you would like to donate. Non perishable items are welcome too!
Every Monday from 9 am – 4 pm at the Staatsburg library – a collection cooler is located under the gazebo on the library lawn.
Let’s continue to fill it up. Thanks for helping!

Mah Jongg Monday


August 23, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

Masks required and appropriate physical distancing will be maintained.
For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
2 PM

Author Amy Wu From Farms To Incubators Women Innovators Revolutionizing How Our Food Is Grown


August 23, 2021

Author Amy Wu
From Farms To Incubators
Women Innovators Revolutionizing How Our Food Is Grown

Join us for an exciting discussion with local author Amy Wu about her new book, women innovators in farming and food technology, and what's happening in the Hudson Valley.

Monday, August 23
7 pm

August 24, 2021(1 event)

Stanzas: Poetry Circle


August 24, 2021

Stanzas: Poetry Circle

Bring a poem by a published poet inspired by the chosen theme.
August Theme: REPEAT, REPEAT
This can be interpreted any way you wish - a repeated refrain, stanza, idea or mood in a poem, or even refer to deja vu.

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

Masks required and appropriate physical distancing will be maintained.
Call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to receive information about the meeting location.

Tuesday, August 24
7 PM

August 25, 2021
August 26, 2021(1 event)

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


August 26, 2021

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

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, August 12 & 26
6 PM

August 27, 2021(1 event)

A Musical Celebration of the Centenial (plus one) of Women's Suffrage Pat Lamanna & Richard Mattocks


August 27, 2021

A Musical Celebration of the Centenial (plus one) of Women's Suffrage 
Pat Lamanna & Richard Mattocks
Library Lawn

The 19th Amendment, giving women the right to vote, was ratified by Congress on August 18, 1920. To celebrate the centennial-plus-one of Women’s Suffrage, Pat and Richard provide an overview of the 78-year struggle, presenting historical, original and contemporary songs and stories infused with passion, drama and humor.
Bring a chair or blanket and bug spray!

Friday, August 27 at 6:30 pm

August 28, 2021
August 29, 2021
August 30, 2021(3 events)

Got Extra Garden Veggies? Help a Neighbor in Need!


August 30, 2021

Got Extra Garden Veggies?
Help a Neighbor in Need!
Our garden is thriving and we are harvesting the veggies we grow and offering them to the community.
We have also been working with our partner Candace Gallagher and the Pollinator Patrol Club to collect produce and non perishable items to distribute to our local food pantries.
If you would like to help, you can drop off any extra produce from your garden that you would like to donate. Non perishable items are welcome too!
Every Monday from 9 am – 4 pm at the Staatsburg library – a collection cooler is located under the gazebo on the library lawn.
Let’s continue to fill it up. Thanks for helping!

Summer Reading Library Store


August 30, 2021

The Library Store Is OPEN!
Turn in your Summer Reading Logs for Library Book Bucks

Redeem your Summer Reading “Book Bucks” for great books and prizes. The store is open for all kids submitting reading logs either online, on paper, or stopping in the library to let us know how much you have read this summer.
The store will be open from August 30 – September 3:

Monday, August 30 from 10 am – 6 pm
Wednesday, September 1 from 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday, September 2 from 2 pm – 6 pm
Friday, September 3 from 2 pm. – 6 pm

Mah Jongg Monday


August 30, 2021

Mah Jongg Monday

Masks required and appropriate physical distancing will be maintained.
For more information call 889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

Monday, August 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30
2 PM

August 31, 2021
September 1, 2021(1 event)

Summer Reading Library Store


September 1, 2021

The Library Store Is OPEN!
Turn in your Summer Reading Logs for Library Book Bucks

Redeem your Summer Reading “Book Bucks” for great books and prizes. The store is open for all kids submitting reading logs either online, on paper, or stopping in the library to let us know how much you have read this summer.
The store will be open from August 30 – September 3:

Monday, August 30 from 10 am – 6 pm
Wednesday, September 1 from 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday, September 2 from 2 pm – 6 pm
Friday, September 3 from 2 pm. – 6 pm

September 2, 2021(1 event)

Summer Reading Library Store


September 2, 2021

The Library Store Is OPEN!
Turn in your Summer Reading Logs for Library Book Bucks

Redeem your Summer Reading “Book Bucks” for great books and prizes. The store is open for all kids submitting reading logs either online, on paper, or stopping in the library to let us know how much you have read this summer.
The store will be open from August 30 – September 3:

Monday, August 30 from 10 am – 6 pm
Wednesday, September 1 from 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday, September 2 from 2 pm – 6 pm
Friday, September 3 from 2 pm. – 6 pm

September 3, 2021(2 events)

Summer Reading Library Store


September 3, 2021

The Library Store Is OPEN!
Turn in your Summer Reading Logs for Library Book Bucks

Redeem your Summer Reading “Book Bucks” for great books and prizes. The store is open for all kids submitting reading logs either online, on paper, or stopping in the library to let us know how much you have read this summer.
The store will be open from August 30 – September 3:

Monday, August 30 from 10 am – 6 pm
Wednesday, September 1 from 10 am – 6 pm
Thursday, September 2 from 2 pm – 6 pm
Friday, September 3 from 2 pm. – 6 pm

Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages


September 3, 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.
At this meeting books will be distributed for the October meeting.

Friday, September 3
6:30 PM

September 4, 2021(1 event)

The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED in Observance of Labor Day

N/A
September 4, 2021

The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED in Observance of Labor Day

Saturday, September 4
&
Monday, September 6

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.