Beyond Tomorrow with Christopher Nye

Sunday, November 8 at 2:00pmWe are excited to welcome author Christopher Nye to our library, who will be discussing his newest book “Beyond Tomorrow: Planning a New Civilization”. In his newest book, Nye paints a wide canvas and brainstorms how we might construct a worl......More

Sunday, November 8 at 2:00pmWe are excited to welcome author Christopher Nye to our library, who will be discussing his newest book “Beyond Tomorrow: Planning a New Civilization”. In his newest book, Nye paints a wide canvas and brainstorms how we might construct a world not just for sustainability and survival, but for human flourishing. This presentation will be followed by a Q&A session and the opportunity to purchase a copy of Nye’s book.

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Get Ready to Write Your Memoir!

Ready to write your memoir? Let author Phyllis Carito help you develop your story with the theme and facts clearly presented. Is there something that you’ve always wanted to share? Ready to remember a particular time in your life that changed or redirected you? Serving ......More

Ready to write your memoir? Let author Phyllis Carito help you develop your story with the theme and facts clearly presented. Is there something that you’ve always wanted to share? Ready to remember a particular time in your life that changed or redirected you? Serving in war, loss of a spouse, moving to a new country — everyone has a story to tell. This workshop will cover all elements of memoir writing, from process to publication. Space is limited, so save your spot today!   Loading… 

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Library Closed in Observance of Veterans Day

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Next Page Book Club

If you love to read, be sure to check out the Next Page Book Club! This group meets monthly on the first Tuesday, and are always welcoming new members! Here are our upcoming titles:☛ April 8 – Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros☛ May 13 – The House on Mango Street by Sandra C......More

If you love to read, be sure to check out the Next Page Book Club! This group meets monthly on the first Tuesday, and are always welcoming new members! Here are our upcoming titles:☛ April 8 – Fourth Wing by Rebecca Yarros☛ May 13 – The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros☛ June 10 – One Hundred Years of Solitude by GabrielGarcia Marquez

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Family Story Time

Join Mandy for stories and songs! All ages welcome!Please note that we do Story Time at 10:30 AND 11:30 am (and not from 10:30 to 12:00, just to be clear, thank you!)

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Tai Chi for Seniors

If you’re looking for a low-impact, gentle exercise in a welcoming group setting, be sure to stop by our new Tai Chi for Seniors program in Stuyvesant! We are partnering with the Office of the Aging to bring this free program to seniors. Stop by for this energizing exer......More

If you’re looking for a low-impact, gentle exercise in a welcoming group setting, be sure to stop by our new Tai Chi for Seniors program in Stuyvesant! We are partnering with the Office of the Aging to bring this free program to seniors. Stop by for this energizing exercise, and learn more about the various services provided by the Office of the Aging as well! This series is made possible due to a generous grant through The Ackerman Foundation. This event takes place weekly at the Stuyvesant Town Hall. Please contact us if you need assistance!

Stuyvesant Town Hall, 5 Sunset Drive, Stuyvesant, NY, 12173, United States

Mixed Media Art Workshop for Kids

Paint, watercolors, chalk pastels, glue, and more! We’ll create beautiful works of art using different techniques and art materials. This program will get messy to please dress in clothing that you don’t mind getting dirty! This program is for ages 7 and up.

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Art Focus Fridays

We will explore a new art medium every week including watercolors, clay, fingerpaints, paper crafts and more! This program has the potential to be messy so please dress little ones in clothes you don’t mind getting dirty! Best for toddlers and pre-schoolers!

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Gentle Yoga

Gentle yoga is back at the Library!Those of us who have tried yoga have learned that it can be a lot more intense than it looks!That’s why we are working with Village Yoga to bring this exciting program back to the Library for those of us who are looking for a less stre......More

Gentle yoga is back at the Library!Those of us who have tried yoga have learned that it can be a lot more intense than it looks!That’s why we are working with Village Yoga to bring this exciting program back to the Library for those of us who are looking for a less strenuous, but just as relaxing, experience.Please bring a yoga mat if you have one.This series is brought to you thanks to a generous grant from The Hover Foundation.

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Teen Fall Volunteering

Fridays, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11  Looking to help out the library, learn more about library sciences, or just build your volunteer resume?  Now’s your chance!  Once a month, we will have drop-in volunteering for teens Grades 6-12.  Jobs will vary from week to week, but......More

Fridays, Oct. 9, Nov. 13, Dec. 11  Looking to help out the library, learn more about library sciences, or just build your volunteer resume?  Now’s your chance!  Once a month, we will have drop-in volunteering for teens Grades 6-12.  Jobs will vary from week to week, but may include prepping children’s crafts, helping to set up programs, looking for missing books, and other tasks around the library.  Volunteering runs from 3:30pm-5pm.  Teens will receive community service credit.  Email [email protected] with any questions!

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Opting Out of A.I. Features

If you feel like you’re seeing A.I. everywhere you look, that’s because you are! Many common programs and services have had A.I. added in ways that you might not expect or like. At this event, our director will review a few ways that you can remove A.I. from various pro......More

If you feel like you’re seeing A.I. everywhere you look, that’s because you are! Many common programs and services have had A.I. added in ways that you might not expect or like. At this event, our director will review a few ways that you can remove A.I. from various programs, including Gmail, Windows, and IOs devices. Regardless of your personal feelings on A.I., you should have a choice in how to use it–or not.

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Book Brunch with Matt

Fresh coffee, delicious bagels, and new books?? What’s not to like? Join library director Matt Pavloff (who is a huge fan of all three of these!) as he shares some of the newest titles being added to the Library’s collection. Get great recommendations from other readers......More

Fresh coffee, delicious bagels, and new books?? What’s not to like? Join library director Matt Pavloff (who is a huge fan of all three of these!) as he shares some of the newest titles being added to the Library’s collection. Get great recommendations from other readers in the community, enjoy a delicious brunch, and grow your “to read” list! Thank you to Tierra Farm for providing their fair trade, organic coffee for our enjoyment!

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Cybersecurity 101: Staying Safe in Online Spaces

The internet is a powerful resource that can connect people with a wealth of information in no time at all. But how can you be certain that the information being provided is correct? And how can you identify trustworthy websites and emails? In this overview of internet ......More

The internet is a powerful resource that can connect people with a wealth of information in no time at all. But how can you be certain that the information being provided is correct? And how can you identify trustworthy websites and emails? In this overview of internet safety, Maria Smirensky will be here to discuss steps that you can take to cruise the internet safely and securely. Feel confident checking emails, downloading files, and shopping online!

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Non Fiction Book Club

Join fellow book enthusiasts for our non fiction book club on the third Monday of each month at 7:30pm. Discuss biographies, sociology, history, and more with a lively group of lifelong learners and readers! Upcoming Titles:☛ April 20 – 107 Days by Kamala Harris☛ May 18......More

Join fellow book enthusiasts for our non fiction book club on the third Monday of each month at 7:30pm. Discuss biographies, sociology, history, and more with a lively group of lifelong learners and readers! Upcoming Titles:☛ April 20 – 107 Days by Kamala Harris☛ May 18 – The Gales of November by John Bacon☛ June 15 – The Breath of the Gods by Simon Winchester

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Monthly Meeting of the Board of Trustees

The monthly meeting of the Library Board occurs on the third Tuesday of every month, excepting August, and is open to the public.

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Teen Advisory Board

Wednesdays, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16 TAB is back!  Join our teen volunteer group in planning teen events and making the library a better place for teens. Joining is easy: just stop by a meeting and enjoy a snack!  Attendees earn one hour of community service per meetin......More

Wednesdays, Oct. 21, Nov. 18, Dec. 16 TAB is back!  Join our teen volunteer group in planning teen events and making the library a better place for teens. Joining is easy: just stop by a meeting and enjoy a snack!  Attendees earn one hour of community service per meeting.  Open to Grades 6-12.  Meetings run from 5:00pm-6:00pm.  Email [email protected] with any questions.

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Fortune Smiles: Tarot Club

If you’re interested in learning the art of tarot, you will not want to miss our newest meetup!Our tarot club will provide attendees with the chance to develop a deeper understanding of the individual cards and how to interpret them through hands-onpractice. Help us get......More

If you’re interested in learning the art of tarot, you will not want to miss our newest meetup!Our tarot club will provide attendees with the chance to develop a deeper understanding of the individual cards and how to interpret them through hands-onpractice. Help us get this new and exciting club off the ground as we learn together.

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Intro to Dungeons and Dragons

Adventurers: grab your dice and make a quest to the library for new, monthly Dungeons & Dragons events led by our local Dungeon Master, Dave!These evening sessions will introduce new players to D&D, and give returning players a chance to meet new party members. If you’r......More

Adventurers: grab your dice and make a quest to the library for new, monthly Dungeons & Dragons events led by our local Dungeon Master, Dave!These evening sessions will introduce new players to D&D, and give returning players a chance to meet new party members. If you’re interested in more tabletop and RPG gaming, be sure to check out our website for additional events on Sundays and Tuesdays as well!

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