Events in November 2022

  • Preschool Motion Commotion

    Category: General Preschool Motion Commotion

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    November 1, 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
    November 1, 15 & 29
    10 AM

     

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Roosevelt Woods Trail

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Roosevelt Woods Trail

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    November 4, 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

    November 4 - Roosevelt Woods Trail
    November 11 - Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail
    November 18 - Eleanor's Walk
    November 25 - Top Cottage Trail
    Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

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

     

    Painting Pretty Monsters - A Big Read Program with The Art Effect

    Category: General Painting Pretty Monsters - A Big Read Program with The Art Effect

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    November 4, 2022

    Painting Pretty Monsters
    A Big Read Program with The Art Effect

    Learn about illustration and how to translate the written word into visual images, Create acrylic or watercolor paintings using visual metaphor and abstract representation using only shapes, symbols and brushstrokes.
    This program is for adults & teens
    Email staatslibrary@gmail.com or call 845-889-4683 to register.

    Friday, November 4
    6:30 PM

  • Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

    Category: General Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

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    November 5, 2022

    Saturday Mornings – Ongoing
    Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives
    Knitters, Crocheters, Fiber Artists & Crafters Group

    Lively conversation, quick needles and an interest in handicrafts join the members of Purl Jam. If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, crafting or doing other needle arts, join in the fun. Beginners and all ages welcome!

    Saturdays
    November 5, 12. 19 & 26
    10 AM - 12 PM

    Introduction To Babysitting - Registration Required

    Category: General Introduction To Babysitting - Registration Required

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    November 5, 2022

    Introduction To Babysitting
    Registration Required
    Email staatslibyouth@gmail.com or call 845-889-4683 to register.

    Learn the basics of babysitting and earn your babysitter training certificate. This class is a great introduction to the basics of babysitting for kids 11 years old and up. Topics include: the responsibilities of the babysitter and parents; emergencies & safety; playing & infant care.

    Saturday, November 5
    1 PM
    Registration Required
    Email staatslibyouth@gmail.com or call 845-889-4683 to register

    Medicare 101 - Virtual Program

    Category: General Medicare 101 - Virtual Program

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    November 5, 2022

    Medicare 101 - Virtual Program

    Are you currently enrolled in Medicare? Will you be turning 65 over the next year or two? Learn about eligibility, how and when to enroll, when you can make changes, and the insurance options available to you. Review and compare what services are covered/not covered under Medicare Parts A, B, C and D. Detail the costs associated with medical and drug insurance. Explore and evaluate Original Medicare, Medicare Supplement Insurance, Prescription Drug Plans and Medicare Advantage Plans.
    This program will simplify the choices you need to make, help you make more well-informed decisions and explain what Medicare means for you! 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.

     Please register at one of the following:

    Saturday, November 5
    1 PM to 3 PM
    https://bit.ly/39HzzwD

    After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the webinar.

     

     

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

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

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    November 7, 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, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    10 AM

     

    Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

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    November 7, 2022

    Mah Jongg Monday

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

    Monday, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    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

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    November 7, 2022

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

    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, November 7 & 21
    7 PM

     

  • Story time - Bears To Bed

    Category: General Story time - Bears To Bed

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    November 8, 2022

    Story time
    Bears To Bed

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

    Tuesday
    November 8
    10 AM

     

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

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

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    November 9, 2022

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

    Meet with other readers to talk about books, play games, make crafts, have a snack & lots of FUN!
    November Book Selections:
    Whatever After: If The Shoe Fits by Sarah Mylnowski
    or Ride On by Faith Erin Hicks

    Wednesday, November 9
    4:30 PM

     

  • Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

    Category: General Staatsburg Library Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting

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    November 10, 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, November 10
    7 pm

     

  • Library CLOSED - VETERANS DAY

    Category: General Library CLOSED - VETERANS DAY

    N/A
    November 11, 2022

    The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED in Observance Of
    VETERANS DAY

    Friday, November 11

    Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail

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    November 11, 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

    November 4 - Roosevelt Woods Trail
    November 11 - Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail
    November 18 - Eleanor's Walk
    November 25 - Top Cottage 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

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    November 11, 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.
    November -  Book #36 Sunlight On The Snow Leopard

    Friday, November 11
    6:30 PM

     

  • Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

    Category: General Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

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    November 12, 2022

    Saturday Mornings – Ongoing
    Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives
    Knitters, Crocheters, Fiber Artists & Crafters Group

    Lively conversation, quick needles and an interest in handicrafts join the members of Purl Jam. If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, crafting or doing other needle arts, join in the fun. Beginners and all ages welcome!

    Saturdays
    November 5, 12. 19 & 26
    10 AM - 12 PM

    Pollinator Advocate Maraleen Manos-Jones: Author Talk and Q & A (Registration Requested)

    Category: General Pollinator Advocate Maraleen Manos-Jones: Author Talk and Q & A (Registration Requested)

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    November 12, 2022

    Pollinator Advocate Maraleen Manos-Jones
    Author Talk and Q & A
    REGISTRATION REQUIESTED
    Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pollinator-advocate-maraleen-manos-jones-the-butterfly-woman-tickets-444884811447
    Or Call 845-889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to register 

    Environmental activist and master gardener Maraleen Manos-Jones is known as the “Butterfly Woman” Maraleen has been raising, tagging,
    and releasing butterflies for over forty years.
    She is the author of The Spirit of Butterflies: Myth, Magic & Art.

    Maraleen Manos-Jones will join us for a talk and Q & A about butterflies, pollinator gardens and more!

    This program is in honor of the installation of the Hyde Park Visual Environment Committee's Pollinator Sensory Garden "Butterfly Junction" at the Staatsburg Library, funded by a Dutchess County Learn, Play, Create Grant.

    Saturday, November 12
    2 PM
    REGISTRATION REQUIESTED
    Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pollinator-advocate-maraleen-manos-jones-the-butterfly-woman-tickets-444884811447
    Or Call 845-889-4683 or email staatslibrary@gmail.com to register 

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

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

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    November 14, 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, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    10 AM

     

    Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

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    November 14, 2022

    Mah Jongg Monday

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

    Monday, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    2 PM

  • Preschool Motion Commotion

    Category: General Preschool Motion Commotion

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    November 15, 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
    November 1, 15 & 29
    10 AM

     

    Book Club

    Category: General Book Club

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    November 15, 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.
    November Book Selection: The Kitchen Front by Jennifer Ryan

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

    Tuesday, November 15
    7 PM

  • Mystery Book Club

    Category: General Mystery Book Club

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    November 16, 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.
    November Book Selection: The Woman In The Library by Sulari Gentill

    Wednesday, November 16
    6:30 PM

     

     

     

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Eleanor's Walk

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Eleanor's Walk

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    November 18, 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

    November 4 - Roosevelt Woods Trail
    November 11 - Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail
    November 18 - Eleanor's Walk
    November 25 - Top Cottage Trail
    Meet at the trailhead rain or shine

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

     

    High School Book Club

    Category: General High School Book Club

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    November 18, 2022

    High School Book Club

    Do you love to read great books?
    Join us for the High School Book Club to read and discuss outstanding books
    and meet other teens who love to read.
    November Book Selections: Temple Alley Summer by Sachiko Kashiwaba or The Attack Of The Black Rectangles by Amy Sarig King

    Friday, November 18
    6:30 PM

     

    Middle School Book Club - 6th - 8th Grade

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

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    November 18, 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.
    November Book Selections: Temple Alley Summer by Sachiko Kashiwaba or The Attack Of The Black Rectangles by Amy Sarig King

    Friday, November 18
    6:30 PM

     

  • Defensive Driving Course Facilitated by Bill Owens at Safety Education - Registration Required

    Category: General Defensive Driving Course Facilitated by Bill Owens at Safety Education - Registration Required

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    November 19, 2022

    Defensive Driving Course
    Facilitated by Bill Owens at Safety Education
    Registration Required
    Call 845-756-2481 to register.

    Get a 4 point and 10% insurance rate reduction.
    Course facilitated by Bill Owens.
    There is a fee of $38 per person for this class.

    Saturday, November 19
    8:30 AM
    Registration Required
    Call 845-756-2481 to register.

    Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

    Category: General Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

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    November 19, 2022

    Saturday Mornings – Ongoing
    Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives
    Knitters, Crocheters, Fiber Artists & Crafters Group

    Lively conversation, quick needles and an interest in handicrafts join the members of Purl Jam. If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, crafting or doing other needle arts, join in the fun. Beginners and all ages welcome!

    Saturdays
    November 5, 12. 19 & 26
    10 AM - 12 PM

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

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

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    November 21, 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, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    10 AM

     

    Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

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    November 21, 2022

    Mah Jongg Monday

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

    Monday, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    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

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    November 21, 2022

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

    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, November 7 & 21
    7 PM

     

  • Story time - Turkey Trouble

    Category: General Story time - Turkey Trouble

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    November 22, 2022

    Story time
    Turkey Trouble

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

    Tuesday
    November 22
    10 AM

     

     

    Stanzas: Poetry Circle

    Category: General Stanzas: Poetry Circle

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    November 22, 2022

    Stanzas: Poetry Circle

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

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

    Tuesday, November 22
    6 PM

     

    Tween/Teen Craft Night - Handmade Holiday Gifts

    Category: General Tween/Teen Craft Night - Handmade Holiday Gifts

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    November 22, 2022

    Tween/Teen Craft Night
    Handmade Holiday Gifts

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

    Tuesday, November 22
    6:30 PM
    To register Email staatslibyouth@gmail.com or call 845-889-4683

  • Library CLOSED AT 5 PM - Thanksgiving

    Category: General Library CLOSED AT 5 PM - Thanksgiving

    N/A
    November 23, 2022

    The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving

    Wednesday, November 23 at 5pm
    Thursday, November 24

  • Library CLOSED - Thanksgiving

    Category: General Library CLOSED - Thanksgiving

    N/A
    November 24, 2022

    The Staatsburg Library will be CLOSED for Thanksgiving

    Wednesday, November 23 at 5pm
    Thursday, November 24

  • Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Top Cottage Trail

    Category: General Pollinator Patrol Club Guided Nature Hikes - Top Cottage Trail

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    November 25, 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

    November 4 - Roosevelt Woods Trail
    November 11 - Roosevelt Farm Lane Trail
    November 18 - Eleanor's Walk
    November 25 - Top Cottage 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!

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    November 25, 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, November 25
    6 PM

     

  • Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

    Category: General Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives

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    November 26, 2022

    Saturday Mornings – Ongoing
    Purl Jam - A Gathering Of Creatives
    Knitters, Crocheters, Fiber Artists & Crafters Group

    Lively conversation, quick needles and an interest in handicrafts join the members of Purl Jam. If you enjoy knitting, crocheting, crafting or doing other needle arts, join in the fun. Beginners and all ages welcome!

    Saturdays
    November 5, 12. 19 & 26
    10 AM - 12 PM

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

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

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    November 28, 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, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    10 AM

     

    Mah Jongg Monday

    Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

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    November 28, 2022

    Mah Jongg Monday

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

    Monday, November 7, 14, 21 & 28
    2 PM

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

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

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    November 28, 2022

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

    Discuss books, work on stem activities & challenges, play fun games and have a snack!
    November Book Selection: Reader's Choice

    Monday, November 28
    4:30 PM

     

    Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club

    Category: General Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club

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    November 28, 2022

    Food Lit & Cookbook Book Club

    November Book Selection:
    The City Baker's Guide To Country Living by Louise Miller

    A full-hearted novel about a big-city baker who discovers the true meaning of home—and that sometimes the best things are found when you didn’t even know you were looking.
    “With insight, warmth, and humor, Louise Miller describes life in a kitchen as only an experienced baker can. A magnificent debut.”—J. Ryan Stradal, author of Kitchens of the Great Midwest

    Monday, November 28
    7 PM

  • Preschool Motion Commotion

    Category: General Preschool Motion Commotion

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    November 29, 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
    November 1, 15 & 29
    10 AM

     

  • A Program For All Abilities - Arts & Crafts

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

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    November 30, 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, November 30
    11:30 AM

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.