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WSPL Budget Vote and Trustee Election The Western Sullivan Public Library will hold its annual vote for the 2024-2025 budget on Wednesday, April 17, 2024 from 2:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at our three branches. In addition to the tax appropriation, voters will be asked to elect two Library Trustees to fill the five-year terms commencing on July 1, 2024. Petitions nominating candidates for the office of Trustee of the Western Sullivan Public Library are available from the District Clerk at the Sullivan West Elementary School between 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. when school is in session. All petitions must be returned to the District Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on March 18, 2024.
An informational meeting will be held Monday, April 8, 2024, 5:00 p.m. at the Delaware Free Branch. Visit the library or our website WSPLonline.org beginning March 13, 2024 for the library’s Annual Report to the Community and a copy of the proposed budget. Not a registered voter? Continuous voter registration has been authorized in the office of the District Clerk between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. The latest date on which the District Clerk will register voters is April 12, 2024. |
Applications for absentee ballots may be applied for in person at the Office of the District Clerk at least seven days prior to the vote if the ballot is to be mailed, and no later than the day before the vote if the ballot is being picked up. Applications for early mail ballots may be applied for in person at the Office of the District Clerk at least seven days prior to the vote if the ballot is to be mailed, and no later than the day before the vote if the ballot is being picked up. Both absentee and early mail ballots must be received in the Office of the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on the day of the vote, April 17, 2024. Military voters may request an application to register as a qualified voter from the District Clerk no later than 5:00 p.m. on March 22, 2024. |
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Winter BINGO for Adults Are you looking for something fun to do this winter? Participate in our winter Bingo to win prizes! All you have to do is visit one of our branches, pick up a Bingo card, and READ! Easy peasy, lemon squeezy. RETURN YOUR BINGO CARD BEFORE MARCH 30TH TO RECEIVE A PRIZE. |
Book Donations now Accepted! Starting March 1st During open hours Jeffersonville Branch
We are now accepting book donations in preparation for our August Firehouse Book Sale! Please make sure your donated books are clean, readable, and in overall good condition. We do not take dictionaries, encyclopedias, textbooks, or magazines. If you have any specific questions please call (845)482-4350. |
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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 |
Tusten-Cochecton Branch 845-252-3360 nar@rcls.org Monday: 10am - 8pm Tuesday: 9:30am - 2pm Wed, Fri: 10am - 7pm Saturday: 9:30am - 2pm |
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Jeffersonville Book Club In-Person Friday, March 8th, 4:00pm Jeffersonville Branch We will be discussing When the Apricots Bloom by Gina Wilkinson.
No Registration Required. |
Narrowsburg Book Club In-Person Wednesday, March 27th, 11:00am Tusten-Cochecton Branch We will be discussing Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano. No registration required. |
The Callicoon Book Club and the Catskills Rainbow Readers Book Club will be on a winter hiatus until further notice. Be well and happy new year! |
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Delaware at The Delaware Reception and Reveal Delaware Free Branch Friday, March 1st, 4:00-6:00pm Join us for our window project reveal and reception. We are so excited to reveal the new window art for our windows in Callicoon! This project will help beautify the community and create a more vibrant community space. This project features window art installations created by local artists of all ages, which will be displayed in the windows of the Delaware Free Branch. This event is free and open to the public. Stop by any time that evening to see the vision of our project come to life. We will have light refreshments for all! No registration is necessary. This project is made possible in part with funding from a Sullivan County Arts & Heritage Grant, funded by the Sullivan County Legislature and administered by the Delaware Valley Arts Alliance. |
"The Sun Will Darken April 8th" Virtual via ZOOM Wednesday, March 13th, 6:00pm Join Joe Rao for a virtual presentation about the upcoming eclipse! Mark Monday, April 8th, 2024, on your calendar as “Solar Eclipse Day,” for if the weather is fair, you should have no difficulty observing a partial or even total eclipse of the sun from much of North America. In this presentation, we’ll examine the mechanics of what causes eclipses as well as how you can safely observe and enjoy this amazing astronomical event. This event will be held over Zoom. If you have any questions please email wsplprograms@rcls.org |
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Memoir Writing Group Delaware Free Branch Wednesday, March 6th, 2:00pm-4:00pm Wednesday, March 20th, 2:00pm-4:00pm What better time than now to write your story!? Welcome back, Penelope Ghartey, for a Memoir Writing Group. We will meet in-person every other Wednesday. This is a group in which we will share our writings, so please come prepared if possible. New and seasoned writers are welcome! |
Delaware Free Branch Friday, March 15th, 4:00pm-6:00pm Join Ciera, our Adult Programmer, in-person, and other craft lovers in making clothespin dragonflies! 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. |
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Who Am I? Self-Portraits Virtual via ZOOM Tuesday, March 19th, 3:00pm Join Joyce Raimondo from the Pollock-Krasner House and Study Center for another virtual art workshop. How do artists Pollock, Krasner, Picasso, Miro, and others express their inner life in self-portraits? Following a presentation and tour of the Pollock-Krasner barn studio, participants will create expressive self-portraits working alongside Joyce Raimondo live on Zoom. Have drawing supplies on hand. This program will be held virtually over Zoom. If you have any questions, please email wsplprograms@rcls.org. |
Cricut Meet-Up Jeffersonville Branch Wednesday, March 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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Tai Chi Qigong for Seniors Tusten-Cochecton Branch Friday, March 22nd, 2:00pm An ancient discipline for health, relaxation, longevity, and developing the whole body. Shibashi is a simple beginner form and is easily learned. This program will introduce this 18-step form and will direct students to various sources for further involvement. Join local resident and certified Tai Chi instructor Peter Brown in a calm and instructive program. You will be guided through several exercises which can be modified based on ability. Please register for the program, as space is limited. Register here. |
Narrowsburg Knitters Tusten-Cochecton Branch Every Monday at 6:00pm Join the group at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch in Narrowsburg for an evening of knitting, crocheting, and other needle crafts, as well as 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 an in-person appointment 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 @ Home Internet of Things 5:00pm Tuesday, March 19th | JEF |
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Let's Play! Tuesday, March 5th @ 10:00am Tusten-Cochecton Branch Tuesday, March 19th @ 10:00am Jeffersonville 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, March 15th @ 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. |
Steam Space Friday, March 22nd @ 4:45pm Delaware Free Branch
We’re excited to explore the fascinating world of STEAM each month. This month we'll be exploring the upcoming Solar Eclipse. During our time together, we'll learn more about what an eclipse is with hands-on-activities. Then create projects that will help us to safely enjoy the eclipse. Plus go home with safety glasses to witness this rare experience at home. Children age 7+ Supplies are included and space is limited so be sure to reserve your spot today. |
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Afterschool @ The Library: Cartoon Club Monday, March 4th 4:30pm, Tusten-Cochecton Branch Crafts & Games Monday, March 18th 4:30pm, Tusten-Cochecton Branch Lunar Eclipse Monday, March 25th 4:30pm, Tusten-Cochecton Branch Another fun opportunity for tweens & teens is happening in tandem with the Tusten Youth Club. We’ll be gathering right off the school bus for a weekly exploration of the fiber arts. First time crafters are welcome to come and learn how to knit, loom or crochet. Return each week as we practice our craft, troubleshoot and share our successes. This program is for grades 5-12. To register for this event visit info@tustenyouth.org. Registration is required to coordinate bus drop off with the school. |
Tween DIY Spa Lab Tuesday, March 26th @ 5:00pm Jeffersonville Branch
Join us in this fun hands on program that's designed to make you glow! We'll put together all-natural recipes for you to take home and try! Because DIY is totally empowering, not to mention fun! *This program is for tweens & teens ages 10-17* **We will be using food grade products, please let us know if there are any allergies** |
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