Kent Public Library
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About Us
The Kent Public Library is committed to serving the cultural, educational, recreational, and informational needs of our community by providing dynamic programming, balanced collections of resources, exceptional customer service, and access to new and changing technology. Our mission is to create a setting in which every individual from any background has equal opportunity to enhance his or her personal, professional, and emotional development.
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Contact Information
17 Sybil’s Crossing
Kent Lakes, NY 10512
Call 845-225-8585
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Monday April 29 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Drop in Technical Help
Are you sure that there are many more wonderful things you could do with your smartphone or tablet if you could just figure out how? Does your laptop have a nagging problem you don't know how to fix? The Kent Library is starting a new series of free Technical Hel......More
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Monday April 29 6:00pm - 7:00pm EDT
đ Dr. Michael Zeilnhofer presents Betelgeuse! Betelgeuse! Betelgeuse! (Hybrid)
Come join the solar celebration by learning about Betelgeuse! This star has puzzled astronomers for years due to its changing size and temperature. Could this star be ready to evolve? Come join Dr. Michael Z as we explore the origins of the star and what is in store for......More
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Tuesday April 30 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tulips (6-23 months ) Indoor Program
Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more. This exciting class is designed for children ages 6-23 months old ONLY Please be aware that this is an Indoor Program. Priority Registration for Kent Resident......More
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Tuesday April 30 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Curious Caterpillars (2 & 3 years old ) Indoor Program
Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more! This exciting class is designed for children 2 & 3 years of age ONLY.. . Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Reg......More
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Tuesday April 30 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Friends Book Cellar Sale 12-4
Thousands of gently used books are for sale at bargain basement prices!
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Tuesday April 30 5:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
đđ Disability Guide to College Planning
This presentation aims to give high school students and their parents a basic overview of the transition process from high school to post-secondary education. It is from my previous experience working as the Director of a disability support program that many students w......More
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Wednesday May 1 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
đPower Hour (Walking Group)đ
Power Through an Hour! Sign up for our walking group that will help improve both your physical and mental well-being! Walking boosts energy levels, improves blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, combats depression and reduces stress. Most importantly, y......More
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Wednesday May 1 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
đ¨đą Drawing Flowers and Other Living Plants w/ Keith Mueller
*Please register once and you will be registered for all classes in this session.** DRAWING FLOWERS & OTHER LIVING PLANTS 6-Week Art Class Instructor: Keith Mueller This series of 6 classes will focus on capturing the range of forms and textures of flowers......More
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Wednesday May 1 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Healthy Families
Will distribute literature about Healthy Families - Maternal Infant Services Network - Connect parents with different services such as SNAP, food pantries, insurance, housing.
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Wednesday May 1 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Family Story Time ON THE LAWN Miss Chris (outdoor program)
***IF YOU ARE REGISTERED FOR AN INDOOR CLASS, PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE OUTDOOR CLASS TOO. Meet Miss Chris Outside of the Kent Public Library. We will wiggle and giggle our way through the morning while we read, sing and dance. This is a multi-age glass gear......More
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Wednesday May 1 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Miss Chris' Springtime Craft Corner
Stop in anytime between 11:30-12:15 and Meet Miss Chris in her craft corner for a fun series of Winter crafts. Crafts are geared towards children ages 2-5. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Reg......More
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Wednesday May 1 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Free Homework Help for Grades K-8
Free Homework Help is an extra help program (not tutoring) for students in elementary and middle school. Sit with a National Honor Society High School student and receive one on one assistance with homework, projects, and study guidance. No registration necessary.......More
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Wednesday May 1 5:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
đšPlant Swapđš
đ Looking for a gift for Mother's Day? đ đˇ Considering adding new plants to your garden (but they're just so expensive to buy)? đˇ đź Curious about our community's plantings? đź Drop by our đšPlant Swapđš! Bring your own cuttings or seedlings and trade them......More
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Thursday May 2 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Busy Bees (3-5 years) Indoor Program
Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more! This exciting class is designed for children 3-5 years of age Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Registration fo......More
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Thursday May 2 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
đŞ Move to Live: Longer, Stronger, Younger with Agi Kadar - Sponsored by the Friends of Kent Library (Virtual)
** NEW SESSION! January - March 2024! ** LIVE: VIRTUAL PROGRAM VIA ZOOM! GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF KENT LIBRARY! Move to Live: Longer-Stronger-Younger with Agi Kadar! (please read disclaimer at the bottom of this page) A 60 minute exercis......More
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Thursday May 2 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Art at the Library with Miss Chris IN PERSON
Art at the Library with Miss Chris Calling all of our Mini Picassos! Join us at the Kent Public Library for this five week class where children will find a place to have fun, do art, hang out with new friends, explore, discover and experiment with different art tec......More
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Thursday May 2 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Friends Book Cellar Sale 12-4
Thousands of gently used books are for sale at bargain basement prices!
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Thursday May 2 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT
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Thursday May 2 3:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
𧜠Project Linus Crafting Group (in person)
Come join a group of knitters, quilters, crocheters, and other crafters while helping children in need! The local chapter of Project Linus will meet every other Thursday at the Kent Library from 3:30p to 4:45pm to knit, crochet, or quilt blankets together. The ......More
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Friday May 3 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
New Parents Support Group (Virtual)
Fridays 11AM on Zoom! The New Parents Support Group has met every week since 2014. We provide no-cost, professionally-facilitated support to all parents who seek professional advice, peer companionship, and a welcoming community. This group is open to all. It is c......More
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Friday May 3 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
đAnnieđ for Young Performers (Ages 11-17) AUDITIONS
Come out and AUDITION for our production of "Annie" for young performers (Ages 11-17). Our 3rd annual summer theater show will again be directed by Christine DiTota (Miss Chris of Kent Public Library & the George Fischer Middle School Drama Club) and assisted by Dayna S......More
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Saturday May 4 10:00am - 2:30pm EDT
Drop-in technical help 10-12, 12:30-2:30
Are you sure that there are many more wonderful things you could do with your smartphone or tablet if you could just figure out how? Does your laptop have a nagging problem you don't know how to fix? The Kent Library will be offering free Technical Help on Saturda......More
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Saturday May 4 10:30am - 11:15am EDT
đ§Chair Yoga for Seniors w/ Jenn Nikischer
Join Jennifer Nikischer, RYT, for a 45-minute session of chair yoga for seniors! Jennâs philosophy is to allow yoga to be different and unique to all those who participate. Come experience a class tailored to seniors, focusing on strength, energy, calmness & re......More
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Saturday May 4 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT
đ§Yoga for Adults w/ Jenn Nikischer
Join Jennifer Nikischer, RYT, for a 45-minute session of yoga! Jenn's philosophy is to allow Yoga to be different and unique to all those who participate. Through vinyasa flow and aromatherapy, you will be improving your respiration, energy, vitality, stress manage......More
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Monday May 6 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Classic Stretching with Corrie Russinko (Virtual)
*New session! April 1st through the end of June *Please note there will be no class on May 27 for Memorial Day Stretch classes are mobility-based sessions that aim to improve functional capacity, flexibility and movement, recover better, and prevent injury. Corri......More
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Monday May 6 4:00pm - 6:00pm EDT
Drop in Technical Help
Are you sure that there are many more wonderful things you could do with your smartphone or tablet if you could just figure out how? Does your laptop have a nagging problem you don't know how to fix? The Kent Library is starting a new series of free Technical Hel......More
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Tuesday May 7 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Tiny Tulips (6-23 months ) Indoor Program
Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more. This exciting class is designed for children ages 6-23 months old ONLY Please be aware that this is an Indoor Program. Priority Registration for Kent Resident......More
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Tuesday May 7 11:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Curious Caterpillars (2 & 3 years old ) Indoor Program
Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more! This exciting class is designed for children 2 & 3 years of age ONLY.. . Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Reg......More
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Tuesday May 7 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Friends Book Cellar Sale 12-4
Thousands of gently used books are for sale at bargain basement prices!
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Tuesday May 7 4:30pm - 5:00pm EDT
LEGO Club (Grades K-4) (In Person)
Jump into creativity and imagination at the Kent Public Libraryâs monthly LEGO Club for kids in grades K-4. Let's take our creativity to the next Lego Level! Weâll proudly display what you build in our childrenâs section. This is not a drop-off program. Parents must ......More
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Wednesday May 8 9:00am - 12:00pm EDT
đPower Hour (Walking Group)đ
Power Through an Hour! Sign up for our walking group that will help improve both your physical and mental well-being! Walking boosts energy levels, improves blood circulation, lowers blood pressure, combats depression and reduces stress. Most importantly, y......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:00am - 11:00am EDT
đ¨đą Drawing Flowers and Other Living Plants w/ Keith Mueller
*Please register once and you will be registered for all classes in this session.** DRAWING FLOWERS & OTHER LIVING PLANTS 6-Week Art Class Instructor: Keith Mueller This series of 6 classes will focus on capturing the range of forms and textures of flowers......More
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Wednesday May 8 10:30am - 12:00pm EDT
Healthy Families
Will distribute literature about Healthy Families - Maternal Infant Services Network - Connect parents with different services such as SNAP, food pantries, insurance, housing.
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Wednesday May 8 11:00am - 11:30am EDT
Family Story Time ON THE LAWN Miss Chris (outdoor program)
***IF YOU ARE REGISTERED FOR AN INDOOR CLASS, PLEASE DO NOT REGISTER FOR THE OUTDOOR CLASS TOO. Meet Miss Chris Outside of the Kent Public Library. We will wiggle and giggle our way through the morning while we read, sing and dance. This is a multi-age glass gear......More
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Wednesday May 8 11:30am - 12:15pm EDT
Miss Chris' Springtime Craft Corner
Stop in anytime between 11:30-12:15 and Meet Miss Chris in her craft corner for a fun series of Winter crafts. Crafts are geared towards children ages 2-5. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Reg......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:00pm - 4:15pm EDT
Paws to Read
Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available b......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:15pm - 4:30pm EDT
Paws to Read
Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available b......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:30pm - 4:45pm EDT
Paws to Read
Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available b......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:30pm - 6:30pm EDT
Free Homework Help for Grades K-8
Free Homework Help is an extra help program (not tutoring) for students in elementary and middle school. Sit with a National Honor Society High School student and receive one on one assistance with homework, projects, and study guidance. No registration necessary.......More
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Wednesday May 8 4:45pm - 5:00pm EDT
Paws to Read
Sunny Boy, a volunteer from Therapy Dogs International, will visit our library to give children ages 5-11 the opportunity to gain confidence, improve reading skills and/or relieve anxiety by reading aloud to a therapy dog. Fifteen minute reading sessions are available b......More
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Thursday May 9 10:30am - 11:00am EDT
Busy Bees (3-5 years) Indoor Program
Meet Miss Chris at the library for simple songs, storyboards, fingerplay, dancing, stories, music and more! This exciting class is designed for children 3-5 years of age Priority Registration for Kent Residents begins March 11th at 10:00 am. General Registration fo......More
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Thursday May 9 11:00am - 12:00pm EDT
đŞ Move to Live: Longer, Stronger, Younger with Agi Kadar - Sponsored by the Friends of Kent Library (Virtual)
** NEW SESSION! January - March 2024! ** LIVE: VIRTUAL PROGRAM VIA ZOOM! GENEROUSLY SPONSORED BY THE FRIENDS OF KENT LIBRARY! Move to Live: Longer-Stronger-Younger with Agi Kadar! (please read disclaimer at the bottom of this page) A 60 minute exercis......More
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Thursday May 9 11:15am - 11:45am EDT
Art at the Library with Miss Chris IN PERSON
Art at the Library with Miss Chris Calling all of our Mini Picassos! Join us at the Kent Public Library for this five week class where children will find a place to have fun, do art, hang out with new friends, explore, discover and experiment with different art tec......More
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Thursday May 9 12:00pm - 4:00pm EDT
Friends Book Cellar Sale 12-4
Thousands of gently used books are for sale at bargain basement prices!
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Thursday May 9 1:00pm - 3:00pm EDT