Regular Programs
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Needlework
Circle
Mondays
1-3pm
Bring your fine arts, crochet, knitting, sewing, applique, embroidery, quilting, and needlework of all creative forms.
Esopus Artists Group
Tuesdays
1-3pm
Artists of all
skill level are welcome to join this meeting to work on their art in a casual and friendly environment.
Mah Jongg Group
Wednesdays
1-3:30pm
All are welcome
to join in a friendly game of American
Mah Jongg at the library.
Ulster County Photo Club
2nd Wednesday of each month
at 6:30pm
Join a community for photographers for the opportunity to discuss, network, and grow.
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UPCOMING PROGRAMS:
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Duck Pond Gallery Reception: ArtRise student group
Saturday, July 11 at 12:30pm
Held in partnership with RCAL, the reception will feature food, music, and a chance to celebrate the artists & their work.
The students' work will be on view throughout July.
Geology Lecture
from Dr Alex Bartholomew
Monday, July 13 at 4pm
Come explore the magic of geology with Dr. Alex from SUNY New Paltz! He'll help us unearth cool rocks and discuss his fieldwork in the Hudson Valley, as part of our Unearth a Story summer reading program!
Sign up here.
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OutBook Book Club
Monday, July 13 at 5pm
This book club highlights works with LGBTQ+ authors and themes. July's selection is Beautyland by Marie-Helene Bertino.
Stop by the circ desk to pick up a copy. All are welcome!
View our past picks here.
All-Out Open Mic
Thursday, July 16 at 5:30pm
Join Programming & Engagement Manager Fox for the most diverse open mic in the Hudson Valley! This all-ages affair features free beverages and pizza for performers and audiences alike - you never know what you'll find!
Our July headliner is Lisa Pellegrino. With Nina Simone & Pete Seeger as her guiding North Stars for the way they used music to advance environmental and social justice causes, Lisa is a singer songwriter who also plays drums, guitar, ukulele, and tenor banjo.
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Paint by the Pond
Saturday, July 18 at 11am
Celebrate summer with our annual Paint by the Pond program an all ages event with canvases, paints, brushes, and snacks provided by the library. Bring your imagination or be inspired by our pond.
Weather dependent tables and chairs will be set up inside and outside.
Please sign up here.
Burroughs Brunch: Michael A. Armato on Progressives on the Hudson
Saturday, July 25 at 12:30pm
Professor Michael A. Armato will present a talk on his work, Progressives on the Hudson.
Drawing on riveting firsthand accounts, Progressives on the Hudson highlights the influence of progressives in campaigns and elections, political parties, nongovernmental organizations, and the policy arena.
This event is part of the Burroughs Brunch series, which features topics of local and naturalist interest. Coffee and light refreshments will be served.
Please register here.
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Wildflower Journal Workshop
Monday, July 27 ay 4pm
Discover how to make beautiful pressed flowers and create a Wild Flower Journal with instructor Jessica Williams!
Use twine and a twig for the binding and then decorate the front cover with pressed flowers. At 5 by 7 inches with blank pages it's perfect for writing poetry, garden plans for the spring, or sketching trees on a hike.
Please register here.
(A)fternoon (B)ook (C)lub
Wednesday, July 29 at 3pm
Join us for our monthly Afternoon Book Club. July's selection is The Hero of This Book by Elizabeth McCracken.
Stop by the circ desk to pick up a copy. All are welcome!
View our past picks here.
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Interested in exhibiting in our Duck Pond Gallery?
Find more information on the proposal form.
Questions? Contact fnorth@esopuslibrary.org