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A Celebration of Plein Air Painting @ Tusten-Cochecton Branch! This event will include prints by the world's most famous plein air artists, plus showcase the captivating scenes created by local artists at the recent Plein Air Along the Brook, Plein Air Narrowsburg, and Plein Air Fort Delaware community painting parties. Along with the prints of centuries-old paintings will be artwork created just one week before. This includes the landscapes and streetscapes of Plein Air Narrowsburg, plus local artists’ interpretations of scenes at historic Fort Delaware. Expect to meet some of the participating artists, enjoy complimentary refreshments, and engage in insightful conversations. The art reception will take place on September 2nd, from Noon to 2:00pm at the Narrowsburg branch of the Western Sullivan Public Library. |
 "View of the Round Top in the Catskill Mountains" by Thomas Cole (1827) |
"Jeff JEMS Duck Races through the years" at Jeff Jamboree with Jack Costello.
Come to the Jeffersonville Branch to check out our newest window display!
The Jeff Jamboree is coming up soon on September 16th! Visit our tent and sign up for a library card! |
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"STAFF READS" Spotlight on Kristen Love, Pamela by Pamela Anderson What an unexpected treat! I've always appreciated Pamela's seemingly free and genuine spirit, but I'd never imagined the depth of character displayed in her biography. Although she takes the reader through her story, she does so in such a unique fashion. I felt as if I walked alongside her, invited into a sacred space as she told her tale. She spoke of her challenges through life in lessons and blessings; rather than harping on the struggles, she spoke of the growth she was blessed with through them. I found the story to be told in a way that was enduringly kind, extremely thoughtful, and tenderly considerate. Her generous, expansive, wild, and creative spirit comes through in her story, catapulting the reader into a new plane of existence and reminding not to judge a book by its cover. |
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Delaware Free Branch 845-887-4040 del@rcls.org Mon, Wed, Thurs: 10am - 5pm Tuesday: 3pm - 7pm Friday: 10am - 6pm Saturday: 11:30am - 4pm |
Jeffersonville Branch 845-482-4350 jef@rcls.org Tues, Wed: 10am - 8pm Thurs, Fri: 10am - 6pm Saturday: 10am - 2pm |
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Jeffersonville Book Club In-Person Friday, Sept 8th, 4:00pm Jeffersonville Branch We will be discussing Remarkably Bright Creatures by .Shelby Van Pelt
No Registration Required. |
Callicoon Book Club In-Person & Virtual Tuesday, Sept 26th, 6:00pm Delaware Free Branch We will be discussing You Are Here by Karin Lin-Greenberg. |
Narrowsburg Book Club In-Person Wednesday, Sept 27th, 11:00am Tusten-Cochecton Branch Our book this month is The House in the Pines by Ana Reyes. No Registration Required. |
Catskills Rainbow Readers Book Club
In-Person Thursday, Sept 28th 5:00pm We will be discussing The Humble Lover by Edmund White |
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First Fridays Author Series Delaware Free Branch Friday, September 1st, 6:15pm-8:30pm The Western Sullivan Public Library is celebrating the 10th anniversary of First Fridays! With only four First Fridays left in 2023, join us to see national award-winning authors, hear a local feature, and participate in open mic every month. Polish up your poems, and soak up some good words! Best for adults. FREE. WSPL- Delaware Free Branch. For additional information, email Lmoran@rcls.org. 6:15pm Open mic sign up (10 slots,1 poem,3 min or less.) 6:30pm Open Mic. 7:00pm Local features 7:45pm Visiting Author A Blast from the Past! What became of First Fridays young talented poets? Sarah Michelle wowed audiences at age 11 and now--a few years later-- she returns with a cavalcade of songs and new poems. The Once and Future Poet Turner Roth also returns for a short set. Special local feature: Miro Mniewski. Open mic at 6:30pm. This event is funded in part by Poets & Writers with public funds from the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature as well as with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support from the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by Delaware Valley Arts Alliance |
 Sarah MichelleLocal Features: Turner Roth Miro Mniewski
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Jeffersonville Branch Wednesday, September 6th, 11:00am-1:00pm Wednesday, September 13th, 4:00pm-6:00pm Join us for fun games the first and second Wednesdays of the month in our community room at the Jeffersonville Branch. We'll include games like UNO, chess, checkers, Cranium, Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, and more! You can also bring your own board/card games to play and share with others. Join local game enthusiast, Dan Anders, to learn how to play Commands & Colors Wargames FREE FOR EVERYONE, REGISTRATION REQUIRED |
OH I LOVE JAZZ, I JUST DON'T UNDERSTAND IT Jeffersonville Branch Thursday, September 7th, 5:00pm-6:30pm This lecture will dive into the world of jazz. Thurman Barker, a professional musician, composer, and college professor, will discuss the four elements of music and what they mean, what distinguishes jazz from other types of music, and introduce some listening techniques. You will be able to hear live demonstrations throughout the lecture. At the end there will be a chance for a Q and A. |
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T-Shirt Tie-Dye for Adults @ 4:00pm Tie Dye isn't just for kids! Join Ciera in making your very own custom WSPL tie-dyed t-shirt. Please register early so we know which size to order. If you can't register more than two weeks in advance, you will get a random shirt size. We will be outside, weather permitting. And we will schedule a rain date if necessary. PLEASE DON'T REGISTER FOR MORE THAN ONE LOCATION AS SUPPLIES ARE LIMITED. |
Memoir Writing Workshop Every Wednesday, Sept 13th - Oct 11th Jeffersonville Branch @ 2:00pm What better time than now to write your story!? Welcome back Penelope Ghartey for another Memoir Writing Workshop. This is a workshop in which we will share our writings on a weekly basis, so please come prepared if possible. First time Memoirists will enjoy exercises to help them find memoir-worthy stories. They’ll learn to evaluate and group these stories to find a structure, narrative thread, or theme. Finally, they’ll produce a stand-alone mini-memoir.
Intermediate Memoirists will evaluate the pieces they have written to find common characters, time frames, or themes. Study different ways of integrating the stories, such as flashbacks, alternate chapters, or narrative voice. Finally, begin a trial manuscript incorporating one or more of the ways you plan to structure the memoir.
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Delaware Free Branch Friday, Sept 15th, 4:00pm-6:00pm Join Ciera, our Adult Programmer, in-person, and other craft lovers in making push pin dragon eggs. We encourage you to be as creative as possible, so come with ideas ready! Registration is required and you can register on our calendar here. For additional information or questions, contact Ciera at wsplprograms@rcls.org. |
Cricut Meet-Up Jeffersonville Branch Wednesday, Sept 20th, 5:30pm-7:00pm Join us for a Cricut Meet-up! We encourage people who know their Cricut machine well to train others on new techniques. Discuss your machine's capabilities and share the latest tips and tricks for making your current project. This program works great because we work together to come up with projects and help follow through on ideas! |
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Book Folding Workshop Jeffersonville Branch Thursday, September 28th, 4:00pm Join our Adult Program Coordinator, Ciera, in learning the art of book folding. Patterns will be pre-chosen and books and materials will be provided. This will be the first workshop on book folding that will focus on the basic measure, mark, and fold method. Please register as supplies are limited. Email Ciera at wsplprograms@rcls.org with any questions. |
Narrowsburg Knitters Tusten-Cochecton Branch Every Monday at 6:00pm Join Irma and other knitters at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch in Narrowsburg for an evening of knitting, sharing ideas and showing off your latest projects. |
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Sew-cial Circle Jeffersonville Branch Every Thursday from 1:00pm-3:00pm Come and join fellow needleworkers to talk through and share projects you're working on. This group is open to cross stitchers, embroidery fanatics, and needlepoint lovers. Basic supplies are provided but we welcome you to bring your own. Call us for any questions! |
In-Person/Virtual Open Tech Support Schedule an appointment with Dale virtually via Zoom or at one of our three branches.
Mondays, 1-4pm, Tusten-Cochecton Branch in Narrowsburg
Tuesdays, 1-4pm, Jeffersonville Branch Wednesdays, 1-4pm, Delaware Free Branch in Callicoon |
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Tech Educational Series Navigating WSPL Online @12:00pm Monday, Sept 11th, 18th & 25th Tusten-Cochecton Branch Tuesday, Sept 5th, 12th, 19th, 26th Jeffersonville Branch Wednesday, Sept 6th, 13th, 20th, 27th Delaware Free Branch |
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Let's Play! Tuesday, September 19th @ 10:00am Tusten-Cochecton Branch
This playgroup is intended for the more active child and children under 3. We'll have a healthy blend of open play, structured games and activities. The loose structure will allow the group to fluidly spend time socializing together while learning through play. |
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Storytime Friday, September 29th @ 10:15am Delaware Free Branch
We'll read together, sing songs, learn age-old rhymes, participate in felt board type activities, craft and play with our friends! This program is intended for ages 3-5, but all are welcome. |
Among Us Tween Online Gaming Wednesday, September 27th 4:30pm via Zoom Join this fun online class for children ages 9-14. During this zoom students will socialize and play Among Us in a monitored environment. This is a live, small group online class that’s available on any device from anywhere - like the comfort of home! *Zoom link will be sent out after registraiton* We will be set up in the Community Room at our Tusten-Cochecton Branch if you would prefer to game live in a group. Please bring your own device to play on. Register here. |
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Knitting for Children Thursday, September 21st Delaware Free Branch @ 4:30 pm Children over 7, join us for this month’s Knitting Project - Pom Pom Making. Join local Wool Worth owner Leila, to learn this amazing art and see what fun project they'll become! Supplies and space are limited so don't forget to reserve your spot! |
Reptiles & Amphibians Friday, September 22nd Jeffersonville Branch @ 4:00pm Families, join us for a fun program all about reptiles and amphibians lead by one of the National Park Rangers! |
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Home School LEGO Club Tuesday, September 26th Jeffersonville Branch @ 1:00pm
Join us for another monthly home-school session where families get a chance to relax at the library while connecting with other home-schooled families while the kids hang out and build with LEGOs! Building with Lego is a great way to help your child improve focus and concentration, increase spatial awareness, develop fine motor skills, encourage lateral thinking and problem solving, inspire experimentation and adventure, develop organizational skills, patience, communication and teamwork. Plus it's fun! |
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