• The Art of Antique Bottle Detecting

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    History is not only told through written accounts; historical artifacts can shine just as much light on the past as words and pictures. We are excited to welcome Alex Prizgintas for a presentation on seeking, identifying, and collecting glass bottles from past decades. You’ll never look at a glass bottle the same way again! Alex has been collecting bottles from the Hudson Valley for over ten years and served as president of the Hudson Valley Bottle Club from 2018 to 2020.

    Free
  • Book Brunch with Matt

    Book Brunch with Matt
    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    Fresh coffee, delicious bagels, and new books?? What's not to like? Join library director Matt Pavloff (who is a huge fan of all three of these!) as he shares some of the newest titles being added to the Library's collection. Get great recommendations from other readers in the community, enjoy a delicious brunch, and grow your "to read" list! Thank you to Tierra Farm for providing their fair trade, organic coffee for our enjoyment!

  • Library Closed

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    The library will be closed on Sunday, September 1st in observance of Labor Day. See you on Tuesday, September 3rd!

  • Sketching the Natural World with Jean Mackay

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    Try your hand at capturing the beauty of nature during this fun and relaxed workshop. Late-season flowers will be our focus, as we try to capture the essence of our subject and then add a poem or quote to express what is important to you. Whether you are experience at nature journaling or someone who wants to explore and record what you see, this workshop will give you a chance to learn and practice techniques for nature sketching. We will work primarily with pencil and pen, but you are welcome to bring colored pencils or watercolor. All skill levels are ... Read more

  • Reflections on Nature: A Dialogue in Three Voices

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    We are very excited to bring three authors to share their writings on nature with us this summer! Barbara Ungar will be sharing a selection of poems from After Naming the Animals, Sarah Giragosian will be reading excerpts from Mother Octopus, and Jackie Craven will discuss her newest book WHISH. These three authors, in conversation with themselves and the audience, will discuss their various styles and techniques as well as the natural worlds that inspire them to continue their craft. Light refreshments will be served.

  • Next Page Book Club

    Next Page Book Club
    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    If you love to read, be sure to check out the Next Page Book Club! This group meets monthly on the second Tuesday, and are always welcoming new members! This month's title: Long Island by Colm Toibin

  • Friends of the Library: Preview Night and Annual Meeting

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    Can't wait for the annual Fall Book Sale? Friends members are invited to join us for a special preview night on Friday, September 13th! Doors will open at five, and Friends members will be able to purchase titles ahead of the weekend book sale. Members will also get one free book of their choosing and enjoy free refreshments. At 6:00pm, the membership will be voting on next year's slate of officers, annual budget, and last year's meeting minutes.

  • Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    Running out of books in your "to read" pile? Be sure to stop by the Friends' annual fall book sale! Stock up on your favorite thrillers, mysteries, action stories, and more! All proceeds directly benefit the Library and help provide services, events, and resources to our community. This year, we are inviting teachers to come for a special deal: any teacher who  presents their school ID can take 10 free books to help stock their classroom library!

  • Book Brunch with Matt

    Book Brunch with Matt
    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    Fresh coffee, delicious bagels, and new books?? What's not to like? Join library director Matt Pavloff (who is a huge fan of all three of these!) as he shares some of the newest titles being added to the Library's collection. Get great recommendations from other readers in the community, enjoy a delicious brunch, and grow your "to read" list! Thank you to Tierra Farm for providing their fair trade, organic coffee for our enjoyment!

  • Friends of the Library Fall Book Sale

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    Running out of books in your "to read" pile? Be sure to stop by the Friends' annual fall book sale! Stock up on your favorite thrillers, mysteries, action stories, and more! All proceeds directly benefit the Library and help provide services, events, and resources to our community. This year, we are inviting teachers to come for a special deal: any teacher who  presents their school ID can take 10 free books to help stock their classroom library!

  • Office of the Aging: Info, Resources, and More!

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    The Office for the Aging provides a wide range of services to help elders to be as independent as possible for as long as possible. A representative from the Columbia County Office for the aging will discuss the many services they provide, as well as state initiatives now available. This is an opportunity to learn more. Wednesday, September 18, 10AM at the Kinderhook Library. Brought to you by the Neighbors of Northern Columbia County.

  • Analyzing (dis)Information in the Age of Social Media

    Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States

    Disinformation. Fake news. Propaganda. Author and Futurist Andrew Edwards will be hosting a lively discussion about disinformation, the ills of social media and the challenges presented by AI. Do we pay too high a price for instant connectivity? How have social media companies impacted civil discourse? Can government regulation help turn off the firehose of social media discord? Edwards offers his unique perspective on these key topics, informed from his years of experience in digital marketing and analytics.