Events in September 2022

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Innisfree Garden

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Innisfree Garden


    September 2, 2022

    Guided Nature Hikes 
    Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

    The group will be meeting at a different trail, park or garden each week. This series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

    Rain or shine; only required materials are appropriate hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea too!

    To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit #pollinatorpatrolclub or the library website staatsburglibrary.org

    August 9 - Dayton Grant Park at Burger Hill
    3158 NY-9G, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
    1:00 PM

    August 16 - Vlei Marsh Trail
    186 Vlei Rd, Rhinebeck, NY 12572
    1:00 PM

    August 26 - Locust Grove
    2683 South Rd, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
    1:00 PM

    September 2 - Innisfree Garden
    362 Tyrrel Rd, Millbrook, NY 12545
    1:00 PM

    Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

    August 9, 16, 26 & September 2
    1 PM

  • Lunchtime Learning at the Beatrix Farrand Garden - Registration Requested

    Category: General Lunchtime Learning at the Beatrix Farrand Garden - Registration Requested


    September 6, 2022

    Lunchtime Learning at the Beatrix Farrand Garden
    Located at the Home of FDR National Historic Site
    4097 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY 12538
    REGISTRATION REQUESTED
    Call 845-889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to register

    *POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER

    Led by spoken word and voiceover artist Grace Angela Henry, the program will begin with a tour of the Beatrix Farrand Garden, located on the Roosevelt-Vanderbilt Historic Site in Hyde Park. Beatrix Farrand was the first professional woman landscape gardener in America, and in 1899, one of the founding members of the Society for Landscape Architects. During the tour, we’ll discuss this legendary landscape gardener’s career, the plantings, and the history of Bellefield–her oldest surviving residential work, completed in 1912–and then enjoy some time to respond artistically to the space. Materials and snacks provided. Bring your own bag lunch and enjoy it al fresco in the garden!

    About the Facilitator:

    Spoken word and voiceover artist Grace Angela Henry has a background in early childhood development, education administration, planning, and social policy, but made a career change to acting and voice work with great success several years ago. She can be heard officially narrating the books-on-tape of Condoleeza Rice, as well as lending her voice to the award winning documentary short film ‘Shokran Toni’ reading the letters of Toni Morrison. https://graceangelahenry.com/

    Sponsored by Staatsburg Library, Starr Library and the Beatrix Farrand Garden at Bellefield.

    *POSTPONED DUE TO WEATHER
    Tuesday, September 6
    11:30 AM

    Middle School Battle of the Books Team Meeting

    Category: General Middle School Battle of the Books Team Meeting


    September 6, 2022

    Middle School Battle of the Books
    Team Meeting

    Battle of the Books is a book-related competition for students in grades 5-9. Students compete against teams from other libraries about books that they have read from the designated Battle of the Books reading list.

    Last meeting before the POD battle!

    Tuesday, September 6
    4:30 PM

     

  • Story time

    Category: General Story time


    September 8, 2022

    Story time
    Thursday Mornings In September

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

    Thursdays
    September 8, 15, 22 & 29
    10 AM

     

    Staatsburg Library Budget Vote & Trustee Elections

    Category: General Staatsburg Library Budget Vote & Trustee Elections


    September 8, 2022

    Staatsburg Library Budget Vote & Trustee Elections

    Poll is open Thursday, September 9 from 2 pm - 9 pm at the Staatsburg Library.
    Copies of the budget are available for review at the library.
    Two Trustee candidates, Steven Coleman & Bryan Lee to serve 5-year terms.

    Thursday, September 8
    2pm - 9 pm
    at the Staatsburg Library

    Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

    Category: General Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting


    September 8, 2022

    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

    2022 Meeting Schedule
    January 13, February 10, March 10, April 14, May 12, June 9, July 14,
    August 11, September 8, October 13, November 10, December 8

    Thursday, September 8
    7 pm

     

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Hopeland Trail

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Hopeland Trail


    September 9, 2022

    Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
    Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

    Join the Pollinator Patrol Club as they hike and explore the trails on the Hyde Park Trails Walkabout Scorecard to earn the walkabout patch!
    This 12 week series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

    Rain or shine; only required materials are appropriate clothing/hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea too!

    To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit #pollinatorpatrolclub or the library website staatsburglibrary.org

    September 9 - Hopeland Trail
    September 16 - Mills-Norrie River Trail
    September 23 - Mills-Norrie Blue Trail
    September 30 - Dominican Overlook Trail
    Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

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

     

    Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages

    Category: General Magic Tree House Book Club – For Early Elementary Ages


    September 9, 2022

    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.
    September - First meeting of the new school year! Books will be distributed for October.
    Book #34 Late Lunch With Llamas

    Friday, September 9
    6:30 PM

     

  • Hyde Park Community Garden Bluebirds Program – For Elementary Ages

    Category: General Hyde Park Community Garden Bluebirds Program – For Elementary Ages


    September 10, 2022

    Hyde Park Community Garden
    Birds Program – For Elementary Ages

    The Hyde Park Kids Garden Club at the Hyde Park Community Garden is hosting the second kids event of the growing season!
    Eastern Bluebird houses, a bird story, lunch & ice cream too!

    Space is limited: Registration Required
    Call 845-240-3194 or email deborah.belding@yahoo.com

    Saturday September 10
    10:30 AM - 12 PM

    Hyde Park Community Garden at St. James Church
    4526 Albany Post Road

    Middle School Battle of the Books - POD Battle

    Category: General Middle School Battle of the Books - POD Battle


    September 10, 2022

    Middle School Battle of the Books
    POD Battle

    Battle of the Books is a book-related competition for students in grades 5-9. Students compete against teams from other libraries about books that they have read from the designated Battle of the Books reading list.
    The POD Battle will be held at the Pleasant Valley Library.

    Saturday, September 10
    2 PM

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

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


    September 12, 2022

    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, September 12, 19 & 26
    10 AM

     

    Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday


    September 12, 2022

    Mah Jongg Monday

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

    Monday, September 12, 19 & 26
    2 PM

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

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


    September 12, 2022

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

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

    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

    Monday, September 12 & 26
    7 PM

     

  • Preschool Motion Commotion

    Category: General Preschool Motion Commotion


    September 13, 2022

    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.

    Tuesdays
    September 13, 20 & 27
    10 AM

     

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

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


    September 14, 2022

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

    Meet with other readers to talk about books, play games, make crafts, have a snack & lots of FUN!
    September Meeting:
    We will select the October book

    Wednesday, September 14
    4:30 PM

     

  • Story time

    Category: General Story time


    September 15, 2022

    Story time
    Thursday Mornings In September

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

    Thursdays
    September 8, 15, 22 & 29
    10 AM

     

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Mills-Norrie River Trail

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Mills-Norrie River Trail


    September 16, 2022

    Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
    Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

    Join the Pollinator Patrol Club as they hike and explore the trails on the Hyde Park Trails Walkabout Scorecard to earn the walkabout patch!
    This 12 week series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

    Rain or shine; only required materials are appropriate clothing/hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea too!

    To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit #pollinatorpatrolclub or the library website staatsburglibrary.org

    September 9 - Hopeland Trail
    September 16 - Mills-Norrie River Trail
    September 23 - Mills-Norrie Blue Trail
    September 30 - Dominican Overlook Trail
    Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

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

     

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

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


    September 19, 2022

    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, September 12, 19 & 26
    10 AM

     

    Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday


    September 19, 2022

    Mah Jongg Monday

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

    Monday, September 12, 19 & 26
    2 PM

  • Lunchtime Learning at the Beatrix Farrand Garden - Registration Required

    Category: General Lunchtime Learning at the Beatrix Farrand Garden - Registration Required


    September 20, 2022

    Lunchtime Learning at the Beatrix Farrand Garden
    Located at the Home of FDR National Historic Site
    4097 Albany Post Rd., Hyde Park, NY 12538
    REGISTRATION REQUIRED
    Call 845-889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to register

    The third installment of this popular series! Led by local artist Roni Wilder-Guidi, this watercolor painting workshop for beginners will take place at the Beatrix Farrand Garden, located on the Roosevelt-Vanderbilt Historic Site in Hyde Park. Beatrix Farrand was the first professional woman landscape gardener in America, and in 1899, one of the founding members of the Society for Landscape Architects. During this workshop, Roni will demonstrate basic watercolor painting techniques for capturing the natural world.
    Participants are encouraged to bring a chair to work from, but all art supplies and snacks will be included. Class size is limited! REGISTRATION REQUIRED
    To register call 845-889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com

    Sponsored by Staatsburg Library, Starr Library and the Beatrix Farrand Garden at Bellefield.

    Tuesday, September 20
    12:30 PM

     

    Preschool Motion Commotion

    Category: General Preschool Motion Commotion


    September 20, 2022

    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.

    Tuesdays
    September 13, 20 & 27
    10 AM

     

    Book Club

    Category: General Book Club


    September 20, 2022

    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.
    September Book Selection: The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb

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

    Tuesday, September 20
    7 PM

  • Mystery Book Club

    Category: General Mystery Book Club


    September 21, 2022

    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.
    September Book Selection: The Man With the Silver Saab by Alexander McCall Smith

    Wednesday, September 21
    6:30 PM

     

     

     

  • Story time

    Category: General Story time


    September 22, 2022

    Story time
    Thursday Mornings In September

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

    Thursdays
    September 8, 15, 22 & 29
    10 AM

     

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Mills-Norrie Blue Trail

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Mills-Norrie Blue Trail


    September 23, 2022

    Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
    Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

    Join the Pollinator Patrol Club as they hike and explore the trails on the Hyde Park Trails Walkabout Scorecard to earn the walkabout patch!
    This 12 week series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

    Rain or shine; only required materials are appropriate clothing/hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea too!

    To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit #pollinatorpatrolclub or the library website staatsburglibrary.org

    September 9 - Hopeland Trail
    September 16 - Mills-Norrie River Trail
    September 23 - Mills-Norrie Blue Trail
    September 30 - Dominican Overlook Trail
    Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

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

     

    Middle School Battle of the Books Middle & High School Teams Celebration

    Category: General Middle School Battle of the Books Middle & High School Teams Celebration


    September 23, 2022

    Middle School Battle of the Books
    Middle & High School Teams Celebration

    Celebrate the hard work and accomplishments of the 2022 Middle & HS Battle of the Books participants with an ice cream party!

    Friday, September 23
    6:30 PM

    Middle School Book Club - 6th - 8th Grade

    Category: General Middle School Book Club - 6th - 8th Grade


    September 23, 2022

    Middle School Book Club
    6th - 8th Grade

    Do you love to read great books?
    Join us for the Middle School Book Club to read and discuss outstanding books
    and meet other kids who love to read.
    September Meeting:
    Select the book for October and celebrate the Middle School Battle of the Books Team

    Friday, September 23
    6:30 PM

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

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


    September 26, 2022

    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, September 12, 19 & 26
    10 AM

     

    Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday


    September 26, 2022

    Mah Jongg Monday

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

    Monday, September 12, 19 & 26
    2 PM

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

    Category: General Boys Book Club - Upper Elementary (3rd - 5th Grade)


    September 26, 2022

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

    Discuss books, work on stem activities & challenges, play fun games and have a snack!
    October Book Selection: Who Was Blackbeard? by James Buckley

    Monday, October 24
    4:30 PM

     

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

    Category: General Boys Book Club - Upper Elementary (3rd - 5th Grade)


    September 26, 2022

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

    Discuss books, work on stem activities & challenges, play fun games and have a snack!
    September Meeting:
    Select the book for October

    Monday, September 26
    4 PM

    Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club

    Category: General Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club


    September 26, 2022

    Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club

    September Book Selection:
    A Cook's Tour: In Search of the Perfect Meal by Anthony Bourdain

    Anthony Bourdain's New York Times-bestselling chronicle of travelling the world in search the globe's greatest culinary adventures.Inspired by the question, "What would be the perfect meal?," Tony sets out on a quest for his culinary holy grail, and in the process turns the notion of "perfection" inside out. From California to Cambodia, A Cooks' Tour chronicles the unpredictable adventures of America's boldest and bravest chef.

    Monday, September 26
    7 PM

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

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


    September 26, 2022

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

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

    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

    Monday, September 12 & 26
    7 PM

     

  • Preschool Motion Commotion

    Category: General Preschool Motion Commotion


    September 27, 2022

    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.

    Tuesdays
    September 13, 20 & 27
    10 AM

     

    Stanzas: Poetry Circle

    Category: General Stanzas: Poetry Circle


    September 27, 2022

    Stanzas: Poetry Circle

    Bring a poem by a published poet inspired by the chosen theme.
    September Theme: MUSIC LYRICS
    (Bring a song that reads like poetry)

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

    Tuesday, September 27
    7 PM

     

  • A Program For All Abilities - Arts & Crafts

    Category: General A Program For All Abilities - Arts & Crafts


    September 28, 2022

    A Program For All Abilities
    Arts & Crafts

    Join us, with your support buddy, for a morning of crafting.
    All supplies will be provided.

    For teens & adults with intellectual, cognitive and/or developmental disabilities.

    Wednesday, September 28
    11:30 AM

    Author Talk: Anthony Musso - Mothball Fleet On The Hudson

    Category: General Author Talk: Anthony Musso - Mothball Fleet On The Hudson


    September 28, 2022

    Author Talk: Anthony Musso
    Mothball Fleet On The Hudson

    At midcentury, nearly 200 tremendous ships were kept moored along a 3-mile stretch of the Hudson River. Why?
    Author Anthony Musso will share the story of the Mothball Fleet. At the fleet’s height in 1965, the U.S. Navy kept 189 military and merchant ships moored along a 3-mile stretch of the Hudson. It was such an impressive sight that pull-offs were constructed along Route 9W so motorists could stop and ogle.
    Join us as Author Anthony Musso shares the story and his newly released book Mothball Fleet On The Hudson.
    Signed copies of the book will be available for sale.

    Wednesday, September 28
    6:30 PM

  • Story time

    Category: General Story time


    September 29, 2022

    Story time
    Thursday Mornings In September

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

    Thursdays
    September 8, 15, 22 & 29
    10 AM

     

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Dominican Overlook Trail

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Dominican Overlook Trail


    September 30, 2022

    Guided Nature Hikes on the Hyde Park Trails System
    Pollinator Patrol Club for Kids

    Join the Pollinator Patrol Club as they hike and explore the trails on the Hyde Park Trails Walkabout Scorecard to earn the walkabout patch!
    This 12 week series is geared towards families with school age children, using the hike to incorporate as many subjects and learning opportunities as possible.

    Rain or shine; only required materials are appropriate clothing/hiking gear, a nature journal, and pencil. Tick and bug spray always a good idea too!

    To find the weekly trail location, previous hike information & extension activities visit #pollinatorpatrolclub or the library website staatsburglibrary.org

    September 9 - Hopeland Trail
    September 16 - Mills-Norrie River Trail
    September 23 - Mills-Norrie Blue Trail
    September 30 - Dominican Overlook Trail
    Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

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

     

    Build It!

    Category: General Build It!


    September 30, 2022

    Build It!

    Love to design & build? Take our design challenge or be the architect of your own design! We supply all the materials you need. Lego, mega-blocks, kinex, magnatiles, blocks, cardboard & recycled materials, etc.
    Fun for all ages!

    Friday, September 30
    6:30 PM

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.