Waddle into the library for a fun family movie night, featuring Happy Feet! Friday, January 2, 2026 from 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM. Save your seat Here
Happy Feet Movie Night In-Person
Hoopla offers Holiday BingePasses
Home for the holidays with the kids? Hoopla offers BingePasses for adults and kids that will give you unlimited access for a week to movies, magazines and activities for kids. Access on your mobile devices or computer. Hoopla is free with a library card. If you have any questions on using Hoopla, just give the library a call. Find the link to the Hoopla app on the left column of our website.
Holiday Schedule
Please note our holiday schedule changes for the remainder of 2025. While the library may be closed for the holidays, our resources are always available online! Scroll to the “digital resources” tab to check out an e-book, watch a movie from Kanopy, or read the NYT right from the comfort of your own home.
Soup for Hurley Seniors Returns this Winter!
All Hurley residents 55+ are invited to join us at the firehouses for homemade soup crafted by Fletcher & Lu’s with local ingredients provided from Veritas farms, delicious bread, and lively conversation from 11 am to 1 pm. Sign ups are now open! Click the date to register.
Wednesday, January 7 @ West Hurley Firehouse
Wednesday, January 21 @ Hurley Firehouse
Wednesday, February 4 @ West Hurley Firehouse
Wednesday, February 18 @ Hurley Firehouse
Wednesday, March 4 @ West Hurley Firehouse
Wednesday, March 18 @ Hurley Firehouse
Help us curate a Library of Things!
Take the digital survey: https://forms.gle/SS1W2KF8EGKMVgUK8
Chair Yoga on Monday at 5pm
Join us on Monday Dec. 29th for Chair Yoga at the library! Perfect for all levels and abilities, chair yoga offers the benefits of traditional yoga—improved flexibility, balance, and peace of mind—while using a chair for support. Kathy Carey guides us in this low-impact class. No special equipment or experience is needed; just bring yourself and wear comfortable clothing.
Purling Among the Pages
Looking for a warm space to unwind, craft, and connect? Join our library’s knitting club, Tuesday, Dec. 30th 2-3:00 pm, where yarn meets story and creativity thrives. Whether you’re a seasoned knitter, just picking up needles for the first time, or prefer crochet or other fiber arts—everyone is welcome!
For those looking to learn, Sarah is a skilled and enthusiastic artist who is eager to help you get started on your goal project! Sign up ONLY if you are looking for 1:1 assistance or lessons. Those who are bringing their current project and looking to enjoy conversation and crafting in a relaxed friendly setting do not need to sign up.
Special Story Hour With Ms. Kelsey
Please note that you have to sign up for each individual date in this session. Click HERE to sign up for Dec. 30th 10-11:00am
This story hour for ages 0-5 will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm, and rhyme. The program will help improve motor, sensory, and social skills during playtime. Stories and songs will be followed by snacks and a hands-on craft!
Hudson Valley Library Air Quality Network
Current Air Quality in Real-Time
Along with several other local libraries, the Hurley Library is part of the Hudson Valley Library Air Quality Network Purple Air devices affiliated with the Community Sciences Lab at Bard College. Visit the site linked here, scroll down to the Hurley Library, and click to view current conditions. This information is always available, even when the area is not under an advisory.
Other libraries in Ulster currently include the Town of Ulster Public Library, Kingston Library, and Woodstock Public Library District.
The New MHLS Patron Mobile Library App
Manage your account, show your digital barcode, and stay updated on library events. Download the Mid-Hudson Libraries app from the Apple or Google Play Store. Click image for a larger view.
