What's new this
FEBRUARY
from your Library
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New Online Resource:
Introducing Craft & Hobby!
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Discover what inspires you.
Unlock your creative potential with the largest resource of video-on-demand learning in the craft and hobby space. Learn at your own pace with step-by-step tutorials in 22 different creative interests.
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Making Just Got Easier
Learn a new hobby or improve skills in an existing area! Thanks to Craft & Hobby’s on-demand streaming videos, you can learn whenever and wherever you choose!
Craft & Hobby features thousands of classes taught by world renowned experts, who walk users through each technique clearly with step-by-step demonstrations, providing expert tips and tricks along the way.
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Library Advocacy Day is Wednesday, February 7!
Each year, library advocates from across New York State converge on Albany to voice their support for libraries. However, you don’t need to travel all the way to Albany to show your support!
Tell your local legislatures how much your local library means to you by clicking the button below. It takes less than 2 minutes!
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Please register or RSVP on our events calendar, or follow the program links and instructions below.
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2024 March Madness
Book Tournament for Adults
Brackets due March 3rd
Voting Begins March 5th
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We chose 64 titles from our collection that had the highest circulation numbers in 2023. For 6 weeks, you will have the opportunity to vote for the books you think are most deserving of the title MARCH MADNESS CHAMPION. Starting March 5, visit our Instagram or Facebook page to cast your votes and decide which titles advance to the next round. Winners will be posted each Monday on our social media pages and website.
Tune in and vote just for fun, or make it competitive by filling out a Prediction Bracket! Prediction Brackets can be picked up at the Library or downloaded by clicking here. The person who most correctly predicts the bracket outcome will win a prize! Return your prediction bracket by Sunday, March 3rd.
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MFL Walking Club
Friday, February 9, 10:00-11:00 a.m.
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Location: Cluett Schantz Park, meet in the back gravel lot.
Connect with the outdoors and your neighbors as we walk! Check our online calendar for meeting locations and weather-related updates.
Please register to let us know you are coming!
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Vet2Vet Coffee Hour
Fridays, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
February 9, 16 & 23
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Organized in collaboration with Vet2Vet of Ulster County and the Hudson Valley Center for Veteran Reintegration (HVNCVR), this Veteran Coffee Hour aims to provide a safe and welcoming space for veterans to connect, share experiences, and find support. Whether recently discharged or a seasoned veteran, all are welcome to attend and engage in meaningful conversations over a cup of coffee. | |
Registration is not required. Walk-ins welcome. | |
Book Club
Wednesday, February 28, 7:00 p.m.
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All are welcome to attend Book Club! During February's meeting, Horse by Geraldine Brooks will be discussed. Copies are available for check-out at the circulation desk.
Registration is required only if you wish to attend virtually, or would like to be contacted in the event of inclement weather. In the event of inclement weather, Book Club will meet virtually.
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Family Story Time
Saturday, February 3, 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
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Saturdays, (2/3, 3/2, 4/6 & 5/4) 11:30 a.m.–12:15 p.m.
For families with small children.
The best of all story times combined!
Registration required. Register for each session individually.
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Teen Advisory Board
First monthly meeting: Tuesday, February 6, 5:30–6:30 p.m.
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For grades 6-12.
Join TAB! This is a great opportunity to bring your ideas to the Library! You’ll get to design library programs, community service projects, and make a positive impact! Gain community service hours while having fun. Pizza will be served.
Registration required.
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Comic Book Club
Wednesday, February 14, 4:30–5:00 p.m.
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Wednesdays, (2/14, 3/13, 4/10 & 5/8) 4:30-5:00 p.m.
For grades 3-5.
Each session we’ll discuss a graphic novel with some yummy snacks!
Batpig: When Pigs Fly by Rob Harrell will be our February selection!
Registration required. Register once for all sessions.
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For reading recommendations, check out our blog, The Book Buzz.
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Looking for your Next Read? | |
Sign up to receive monthly or bi-monthly emails with exciting book recommendations from your favorite genres! | |
Please note: All lists are curated by LibraryAware. | |
PLEASE NOTE:
The Library will be closed on Monday, February 19 in observance of Presidents' Day.
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or check on our website at marlborolibrary.org.
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Address: 1251 Route 9W,
Marlboro, NY 12542
Tel: (845)236-7272
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Library Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-8pm
Friday: 9:30am-5pm
Saturday: 11am-5pm
Sunday: 1-5pm*
*Closed Sundays in summer
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