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The Friends of the Library Jewelry Sale is back! Accepting donations through October 31st. Jewelry Sale on Saturday, November 5. Jewelry of all kinds accepted, from costume to estate and everything in between. Collection box at circulation desk.
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NEW: Recycling StationThe Gardiner Library has organized a permanent "recycling station" in the foyer of the library. These items are not accepted at our local transfer station.
Items accepted include: Portable electronic devices, chargers and cables, cell phone batteries, hearing aid batteries, lithium button batteries, AA, AAA, C and D Lithium and Alkaline batteries, oral care products (toothpaste tubes, toothbrushes, floss containers), pens/highlighters/markers and caps and pencils (mechanical and wooden) Items to be added soon include: Razors and outer packaging
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3rd Annual Ulster County Food FightThrough October 15
Help us win a friendly battle with other Ulster County libraries to collect the most donations. Let's help feed the hungry together.
All non-perishable donations will be given to Gardiner's Helping Hands Food Pantry. Most needed items include: peanut butter, pasta, rice, canned tuna and chicken, canned soups and meals, cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, shampoo and conditioner, oral care products, shaving supplies, deodorant and soap, feminine hygiene
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Your tax dollars provide approximately 75% of the library's budget. Help us spend your money the way you want!
Your responses will be used to develop a 3-year strategic plan, which will specify goals, activities, and measurable objectives to make the maximum impact and meet the specific needs of our community.
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Vote November 8th on the Library's 414 Proposition Learn more here.NYS law allows voters the right to determine their library's budget. The 2023 proposed budget is $294,331. This is a budget increase of $19,255. The last budget increase was in 2019. The increased cost per household is less than the price of a paperback. Find the propostion on the back of your ballot on November 8th.
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Hybrid Manage Pests & Protect Pollinators: A Practical Conversation with Aaron AndersonFriday, October 7 11 - 12 PM In-person or virtual event. Register here. Aaron Anderson is Pesticide Program Specialist with Xerces Society. He will talk about practical, alternative pest management strategies for the home garden -- including what you can do right now in your yards to benefit invertebrates and our pollinators during fall and over winter. The Xerces Society for Invertebrate Conservation is an international nonprofit organization that protects the natural world through the conservation of invertebrates and their habitats. Organized by Gardiner's Environmental Conservation Committee (ECC). Photo credit: Soldier beetle on blanket flower, Debbie Roos, NCSU-CES, flickr
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Needle Felted Pumpkins with Christine Adams Sunday, October 16 2 - 3:30 PM Ages: 10 to adult $10 includes all materials Register here. Learn to felt a beautiful pumpkin! Needle felting is a fiber art that involves repeatedly stabbing a special needle into a piece of wool in order to stiffen and shape it into the desired form Christine Adams has been felting for 10 years and has taught monthly felting classes at local libraries, small parties, community groups as well as one-on-one.
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Live Virtual Author Talks with Bestselling and Award Winning Authors Learn more and register to attend each live talk here. Submit questions for author to address while registering. Recordings of all events will be made available to be viewed by everyone regardless of registration status. An ongoing series of virtual author talks, from New York Times bestselling authors and thought leaders representing a wide variety of genres and topics. Upcoming talks: Hernan Diaz: Trust 9/27 @ 4PM Dr. Aziz Gazipura: Not Nice: Stop People Pleasing, Staying Silent, & Feeling Guilt 10/14 @ 4PM Zain E. Asher: Where the Children Take Us 10/18 @ 7PM Kate Quinn: The Diamond Eye 10/25 @ 7PM Made possible by a generous donation from Stephanie and Greg Boyd.
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Facilitated (non-traditional) Haiku Writing Circle with Carol BergmanTuesdays starting September 13 Meets for 10 consecutive weeks 12 - 1 PM $100 per person Register. A haiku is three simple lines. Writing haikus is a practice. It distills emotion, sharpens the mind, and creates a sensation of mindfulness and serenity. There will be readings of Japanese and Western Haiku practitioners, prompts and sharing of drafts. All are welcome into the circle. You do not have to be a writer to practice Haiku! Carol Bergman's journalism, fiction and narrative nonfiction has been published in the US and abroad. “Objects of Desire” was nominated for a Pushcart Prize. “Another Day in Paradise: International Humanitarian Workers Tell Their Stories,” with a foreword by John le Carré, was nominated for the prestigious J. Anthony Lukas Book Prize.
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Mah Jongg, Mexican Train and Scrabble Meet-Ups Wednesdays 1 - 3 PM Whether you are an experienced player or newbie, now is your chance to play Mah Jongg, Scrabble and Mexican Train at the library, meet new people and have fun!
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Virtual Italian Conversational ClassWednesdays 5:30 - 6:30 PMRegister to receive the Zoom link. The same link is used every week. This weekly class is designed for people who have some knowledge of the Italian language and would like to improve their conversational skills. Dr. Ornella Lepri Mazzuca is a native speaker of Italian and has been facilitating the conversational class at the Gardiner Library since 2016. She graduated from the University of Urbino, Italy, with a Doctorate in English, French and Italian. She later earned an MA in Spanish and Linguistics and a PhD in Spanish Literature from the University at Albany.
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Slow Stitch Club Thursdays 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM Contact Carolyn at cthorenz@rclsorg for more information. Any portable project qualifies: quilt, knit, crochet, felt, sew, embroider and more. Enjoy some "me time", a bit of socializing, and show and share while artfully stitching a favorite project.
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Nature Walks with Nick Martin Meets every Friday 8:30 - 10:00 AM Meet in lower library parking lot. Join Nick Martin, Minnewaska Park Educator, for an approximately one mile walk on the Wallkill Valley Rail Trail and wander through Majestic Park. We look at whatever natural curiosities intrigue the group, from birds to trees.
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Gardiner Community Drum CircleFridays 6 - 8 PMJoin the Facebook page: Drum Your Heart Out and direct questions through this page Meets indoors.Bring a drum, chair, blanket, percussion item, and/or dance ribbons. Drums will be available to share. Donations welcome. After participating for many years in surrounding towns and leading drum circles, Brenda Marie is ready to share this wonderful experience in her community. Drumming & dancing is an opportunity to feel free, and experience healing and the joy of the drums. Brenda has been under the tutelage of Assane Badji Sylli, Master African Dance & Drum teacher.
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Community Writing Workshop with Gracie BialeckiMeets Second Tuesday of the month Tuesday, October 18 (October meets the third Tuesday)7 - 8:30 PM Registration required for EACH monthly meet-up. Register. Be encouraged to start writing creatively and learn how to develop a writing practice. Explore different avenues for inspiration via reading and discussion of outside texts, writing prompts, and reading our work aloud.
The goal of the course is to encourage artistic exploration and writing in any form, so the classroom environment will be welcoming, supportive, and consistently respectful. Gracie Bialecki is a writer, literary coach, and workshop facilitator. Her work has appeared in various publications including Catapult and Epiphany Magazine where she was a monthly columnist. Bialecki is the co-founder of the storytelling series Thirst, and the author of the novel Purple Gold.
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Peg's Reading Circle Book Club Meets first Wednesdays 3 PM Learn more here. Copies of books available at library.
| October pick: The River by Peter Heller November pick: Remarkably Bright Creature by Shelby Van Pelt |
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Ukuleleans! Ukulele ClubMeets second Wednesdays 6 - 8 PMMeets in-person in the community room.
All ages welcome, from beginner to experienced. Our aim is to encourage one another along as we have fun with this uniquely upbeat instrument. Learn more here.
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Hybrid Blue Marble Reads: Environmental Reading Group with Joan ParkerSaturday, October 15 (meets third Saturday every other month) 1:30 - 3:00 PM Register. Meets in-person or via Zoom. Contact Nicole at nlane@rcls.org for the Zoom link if attending virtually.
October's book pick: Islands of Abandonment Author Cal Flyn visits ecologically ravaged lands around the globe that have been left to resolve themselves in the absence of humans. What the author has to say is presented as an introspective travelogue shaped by the disciplines of the Environmental Humanities. The work is lyrical, spooky, revealing, and pragmatically optimistic. https://www.calflyn.com/ Copies available at the library.
Read a combination of modern fiction and non-fiction works through a filter to illuminate the relation humans have with our Blue Marble, a.k.a. Earth. Explore authors who are written word artists, experts in their field, and who share their wisdom.
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SongClub with Debbie Lan Meets second Sundays 4 - 5:30 PM Cost: $10 cash at the door SongClub is a drop-in singing experience aimed at bringing communities together through singing original arrangements of familiar songs in a safe and welcoming environment.
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Slow Jam Meets third Sundays 3:30 - 5:15 PM All ages welcome. Are you new at playing an acoustic instrument and would like to practice with some friendly, local musicians? Play Old Time, Folk songs, Bluegrass, Western and other home spun type songs at a slower pace. No audience, no pressure, just lots of fun.
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Al-Anon Meetings Sundays 6:30 - 7:30 PM Meets in-person or via Zoom. Go here to attend virtually. Password: 294349 Meeting ID: 867 327 422 Anyone who has been affected by someone else’s alcoholism is welcome to attend. Additional Al-Anon meetings are listed here.
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Music with Miss AmyWednesdays, Sept. 28 through October 19 (4 week series) 10 - 10:45 AM $70 for 4 week series (per participating child) Music and movement class for children 0-4 yrs. with caregiver. Classes include movement, song time, finger plays, bouncing rhymes, instruments, puppets, and lots of fun! Gardiner Library children’s librarian, Amy Laber (“Miss Amy”) has been teaching early childhood music classes throughout the Hudson Valley for over 20 years. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in both Psychology and Music Therapy and has also received NYS Certification in Music K-12. With positive energy and a love for her craft, Amy brings a special sense of warmth and patience to all her classes.
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Story Times with Miss AmyNo registration required. Toddler/Preschool: Ages 2-5 Tuesdays 10:00 - 10:30 AM Enjoy picture books and songs. Take a craft to make at home. Bouncing Babies: 0-24 months Thursdays 9:30 - 9:50 AM Board books, songs, bounces, rhymes and more!
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Guitar 1: Small Group Guitar LessonsKids 5-8 yrs. Wednesdays, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12 & 10/19 4:30 - 5:00 PM Registration for all 4 weeks is required. $85 per series. No experience necessary. Students may repeat this series for more practice. Email Amy at alaber@rcls.org with questions. Beginner guitar lessons for young children with a gentle, playful approach. We will learn the parts of a guitar, and explore basic musical concepts such as beat, rhythm and pitch. Students will approach learning individual notes on the guitar and simple chords.
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Guitar 2: Small Group Guitar LessonsKids 5-8 yrs. Wednesdays, 9/28, 10/5, 10/12 & 10/19 5:15-5:45 PM Registration for all 4 weeks is required. $85 per series. Continuation of Guitar 1 with Miss Amy. Students will explore fundamental elements of learning how to play guitar. We will continue to learn individual notes, simple chords, and approach strumming with familiar songs. Prerequisite: At least 4 weeks of Guitar 1 with Miss Amy. This series may be repeated as many times as the student needs for additional practice.
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Guitar 3: Small Group Guitar LessonsKids 6-8 yrs. Thursdays, 9/29, 10/6, 10/13 & 10/20 4:30-5:00 PM Registration for all 4 weeks is required. $85 per series. This 4-class series is a continuation of Guitar 2 for students who have assimilated the material we previously covered and are ready to move forward. We will explore changing chords in the context of a familiar song, learn more complex chords, and continue to learn musical concepts and how they apply to the songs we approach. Students must be able to identify and play notes on the first and second strings learned in Guitar 1 & 2. Students must be able to form and play the simple version of C, G, & G7 chords learned in Guitar 1 & 2. This class may be repeated as many times as the student needs for additional practice.
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Read to FletcherThursdays 4 - 5 PM Sign up for a 15-minute time slot. Read to a certified therapy dog! This program helps to improve children's reading, communication, and confidence in a relaxed and stress-free environment. For readers in elementary school. Children may bring a book from home or choose a book from the library's collection.
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wordPOP! Young Writers GroupMeets Thursdays 10/6, 11/10, 12/8 4:30 - 5:30 PM Register. Contact Carolyn at cthorenz@rcls.org for more information. Share your flair and imagination....For young creative writers ages 7-10. Whether it's poetry, short stories, or prose, share your work and learn new techniques. Original art is welcome, too. All completed and edited work will be featured in the first edition literary publication for this age group.
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Manga ClubMeets the first and third Tuesday of the month (beginning 10/4) 3:45 - 5:45 PM For ages 11-18.Registration on the calendar requested. Contact Carolyn at cthorenz@rcls.org for more information. Movies, DIY projects, book share, snacks, refreshments and more. Bus drop off at the library from the New Paltz Middle and High Schools. 10/4: DIY paper bonsai trees, Zen coloring, movie, popcorn, Rice Krispie sushi, Kit Kats and refreshments 10/18: DIY Kitsune Fox Cat masks, movie, popcorn, snacks and bubble tea
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Board Game Club Meets the 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month (beginning 10/11) 3:45 - 5:45 PM For ages 11-18. Contact Carolyn at cthorenz@rcls.org for more information.
Play board games like Catan, Clue, Jenga, Would You Rather, Apples to Apples, Danger-the Game, Reverse Charades and Scrabble. Refreshments and snacks provided. Bus drop at the library off from New Paltz Middle and High schools.
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Historical Miniature Gaming Club Meets the second Sunday of the month (beginning 10/9) 1 - 3 PM Contact Carolyn at cthorennz@rcls.org for more information.
Play games like Memoir 44, Risk, Stratego, Battleship, Wings of War and more. Watch movies, create terrain and figures for battles. Snacks and refreshments provided.
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Homeschooling Coop Meetings for All Grades Fridays, 9/23 and 10/21 10 - 1 PM All grade levels. $5 per student covers supplies R.S.V.P. and get more information by emailing Barbara at barbtaylor1973@aol.com. Barbara Taylor will work with students in all subject areas including ELA, math, social studies, and science while mixing in some fun along the way.
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Homeschooling Coop Meetings for Tweens/Teens Mondays 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 10/31 10 - 12:45 PM For ages 12 - 15 years old $5 per student covers supplies R.S.V.P. and get more information by emailing Barbara at barbtaylor1973@aol.com. Barbara Taylor will work with students in all subject areas including ELA, math, social studies, and science while mixing in some fun along the way.
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"Evocative Abstractions" Paintings by Marcy Elise BernsteinOctober through November Reception: Sunday, October 23 @ 4 PM Learn more here.
Marcy Bernstein's paintings are an evocative combination of paint, photographic abstractions, and wax on distressed surfaces. Stripes and bars manifest themselves in Bernstein's painterly hands to visuals of strong, primitive impulse. The lush slashing brushstrokes, aberrant color, and the strong primitive drawing invite us to look inward. These are large, dreamy paintings with allusions to nature, procreation and creativity. These paintings speak to the resilience, beauty, and persistence of the human spirit. Marcy Bernstein’s work is imbued with history, memory, and a sense of place. Read about Marcy here.
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Free English and Social Studies Tutoring with Eileen Gulbrandsen Glenn 4th through 8th grade students Contact Eileen by text at 845-728-4403 or email at sande2930@aol.com to schedule tutoring sessions at the library and to discuss your student's needs. Eileen taught 4th grade for 4 years, 6th, 7th and 8th grade English for 18 years and 7th grade social studies for 12 years in the Wallkill Central School District. Eileen can help with study skills, formal writing (for test taking, assignments, etc...) and reading comprehension.
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Free Math Tutoring with Misha FredericksWednesdays 3 - 5 PM Sign up for a one hour time slot. Register on the calendar. *One slot allowed per month Masks are required. Free math tutoring in Algebra 1 & 2, Geometry, Precalculus, Calculus AB, GED and SAT/ACT Prep.
Misha Fredericks has over 17 years tutoring experience. She was a private tutor and home teacher in the Arlington (NY), Fairbanks (AZ) and Sedona (AZ) School Districts, at Dutchess Community College, SUNY New Paltz and at the University of Alaska.
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Free SAT Tutoring with Mary LongEvery other Tuesday (beginning 9/20) 4 - 6 PM Sign up for a one hour time slot on the calendar for EACH date you would like tutoring.Contact Nicole at nlane@rcls.org to be connected to Mary to get more information or if you have questions.Mary Long has been tutoring test prep with high school and college students for more than twenty years. She has tutored the ACT, SAT, GMAT and LSAT, at the University of Delaware, Southern Utah University and a STEM high school linked to SUU. She has experience working with both American and foreign students, teaching and tutoring at two universities in Bangkok, Thailand from 1999 until 2004.
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College Coaching with Mary LongEvery other Thursday (beginning 9/29) 4 - 6 PM Sign up for a one hour time slot on the calendar for EACH date you would like coaching. Contact Nicole at nlane@rcls.org to be connected to Mary to get more information or if you have questions.
Mary will work with high school students to help them choose which schools to apply to, she will work with students on all the details of the application process and tutor them on writing application essays.
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1:1 Tech Support with IT Specialist HenryThursdays 6 - 8:00 PM Sign up for a 30 minute session (in-person or via Zoom) on the calendar. Email Henry at hbarish@rcls.org for more information.
Get help with computers, laptops, mobile devices, e-books, email, Office, basic troubleshooting and more
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Museum and Attraction PassesVisit the library to see if available or call to place a hold for another day. More information here. Passes included: Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum Hudson River Maritime Museum, Storm King Art Center Time and Valleys Museum, Empire State, Mohonk Preserve, Motorcycle Museum, FASNY Fire Museum
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HOOPLA Start using HOOPLA here.Borrow movies, music, audiobooks, ebooks, comics and stream TV shows to enjoy on your computer, tablet, or phone – and even your TV.
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BrainHQStart using brain HQ here. The BrainHQ exercises are designed to adapt to each person’s individual goals and needs. Each exercise continuously adapts to your unique performance, so you train at the right level for you.
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Kanopy Movie StreamingStart using Kanopy here.Enjoy critically acclaimed movies, inspiring documentaries, award-winning foreign films and more.
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Libby App - eBooks and eAudiobooksAccess here. Get access to over 30,000 eBooks and eAudiobooks. Use an e-reader, tablet or a phone. No fines. Easy to use. You can enjoy many titles immediately online or download them for offline use.
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Library Board Meetings Meets third Thursdays 7 PM Contact Nicole at nlane@rcls.org for more information.
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