We offer a variety of weekly programs for adults, along with many other engaging events listed on our Calendar. Be sure to check back often and sign up—new programs are added regularly!
Cello Concert with Hannah Tufano
Wednesday, June 24th @ 5:00 pm
Celebrate the beauty of summer with an afternoon of live cello music at the library! Join local musician Hannah Tufano for a relaxing and inspiring concert featuring a selection of famous cellists in books. Enjoy the rich, warm sounds of the cello in an intimate library setting as we welcome the new season through music and community.
Space is limited, and signup is required. Register here.
Invasive Plants: Work Smarter not Harder with Cornell Cooperative Extension of Ulster County
Thursday, June 25th @ 5:00 pm
Invasive plant species can be a gardener’s worst nightmare. Plants adapted for harsher conditions can quickly dominate bed, woodland, and lawn areas and crowd out desired species. An intrepid gardener may endlessly pull and cut, only to see the invader return even more successfully! What to do??? In this workshop we’ll learn about the characteristics of invasive plants, the stages of invasions, and how to strategically use a plant’s lifecycle to limit its success. We’ll discuss examples of invasive plant species common in our area and share practical tips to deal with new and established invasions.
Shannon Smith has been gardening for 15 years in urban gardens and the woods of Esopus. She enjoys vegetable gardening and landscape gardening with native species. Her experience with invasive species began with a desire to recover woods that she stewards from centuries of clearing and understory destruction. In her “day” job, Shannon works with a nonprofit that supports local farms.
Space is limited, sign up is required. Register here.
Hudson River Paint & Sip: with artist Laura Lanchantin
Wednesday, July 8th @ 5:00 pm
Unwind and get creative at our Hudson River Paint & Sip
Join us for a relaxing evening as we capture the beauty of the Hudson River on canvas. Whether you’re an experienced artist or picking up a paintbrush for the first time, artist Laura Lanchantin will walk you step-by-step through creating your own scenic masterpiece.
Sip on a selection of light refreshments while you paint, socialize, and enjoy a welcoming, low-pressure atmosphere. All supplies will be provided—just bring your creativity!
Space is limited, registration is required.
Space is limited, sign up is required. Register here.
Adult Summer Reading Kickoff: Cheese & Chapters
Thursday, July 9th @ 6:00 pm
Books and cheese? A perfect pairing. 🧀📚 Join us for Cheese & Chapters, an evening of delicious samples and exciting new fiction recommendations at the library. Taste cheeses inspired by thrillers, romances, historical fiction, and more while finding your next favorite read!
Space is limited, sign up is required. Register here.
Wool Painting: with Carlise of Hudson Valley Atelier
Saturday, July 11th @ 10:30 am
Discover the art of wool painting in this relaxing and creative hands-on workshop! Using colorful wool fibers instead of paint, participants will learn how to layer and blend textures to create a beautiful felted summer design. No prior experience is necessary, all materials and instruction will be provided.
Join us for an afternoon of creativity, color, and fiber art as you craft your own unique wool masterpiece to take home.
Space is limited; registration required. Register here.
