Upcoming Events
Click on each event below to learn more and register.
Tuesday, February 19th, 6-7:30pm on Zoom
Get cozy this winter with delicious soups focused on nutritious ingredients & maximum flavor. Throughout the class, you will receive lots of helpful information, time-saving tips & knife skills to make it easier for you to get dinner on the table and lunch in your bowl. Patrons from any library in Dutchess County are welcome to attend. You must register to receive the Zoom link.
Friday, February 20th, 1-3:30pm
Lunar New Year is widely celebrated in most Asian countries and considered the most important holiday of the year. In this class, Meei-Huey will open with a brief explanation of Ikebana, the art of Japanese flower arranging. Please bring gardening shears, scotch tape. All other materials will be provided. Space is limited to 12 people. No prior experience required. Beginners welcome.
Monday, February 23rd, 3-4pm
Learn to use this free online graphic design tool to create your own fliers, brochures, presentations, invitations, and more. If you can dream it up, you can make it a reality!
Did you know? We now have a dedicated page on the Oblong Books website where you can order copies of the books connected to our special events. Check out what’s coming up below!
Recurring Programs
Ping Pong Pop-Up: A Table Tennis Social Club
Tuesdays at 3:30pm
Now ongoing at a new time! Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play.
First Sunday of the month at 2pm
Join us for a peer-to-peer insight meditation session. Members of this group have practiced meditation for many years and are delighted to share their experience with others. These sessions are always free and open to everyone, but donations to support the library are encouraged. Tea and cookies will be served.
Memoir Writing Workshop
Third Tuesday of the month at 6:30pm*
Join us for our ongoing memoir writing workshop series. Bring a notebook and a pen and be prepared to dig into writing exercises, share your work, and receive feedback. Space is limited, please RSVP.
*Usually.
Third Thursday of the Month at 10:30am
Join Anna Kaselis for a monthly Sound Meditation. Sound meditation uses bowls, gongs and other instruments to help shift the brain into a deeply relaxed state. Clear your mind with us at the library every third Thursday of the month.
Twice Monthly on Wednesdays at 7pm
Nerds at Nite is an adult (17+) gaming group that meets twice a month to play board games of all types, including Chronology, Tsuro, Point City, Splendor, and many other tabletop games (that can be played in under 2 hours). Attendees are welcome to bring games to share, but it’s not required. Every meeting involves lots of fun, friendly competition, and a dedicated community of fellow nerds!
Monthly on Thursdays at 5pm
This group is for anyone interested in learning more or sharing wisdom about investing. Everyone has something to contribute and can suggest some areas they want to explore. We are not experts, nor teachers, but will freely share our experiences. We will start with a questionnaire and choose a topic for each week going forward based on group consensus.
Chair Yoga
Fridays at 10:15am
Join yoga teacher Barbara Eichin for this gentle and relaxing program designed for seniors and those who are recovering from injury or have restricted movement. Suggested donation : $12.00.
Scrabble Club
NEW TIME: Wednesdays at 11:30am
Join Starr Library’s Scrabble club for classic word game fun every Wednesday!
Suggest a New Program
If you’d like to suggest a new program for the library geared toward adults, feel free to fill out the form linked below.