Bring Your Own Book Club
Open to Grades 7-12 We get it, you're too busy for another assigned book–so tell us what you're already reading! You may just find your next big read!
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Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United States
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Author Talk: The Lost Art of Silence with Sarah Anderson
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesWe are very excited to be joined for a reading and discussion with author and bookseller Sarah Anderson on Wednesday, June 19th! Sarah will be discussing her newest book "The Lost Art of Silence: Reconnecting to the Power and Beauty of Quiet", a look into how we cope with a world of constant noise and how to enjoy the brief silences that we can find. In her book, Sarah discusses the importance of embracing these small oases of calm, as well as her own relationship with silence and meditation. Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing.
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Family Story Time
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesJoin Mandy for stories and songs! All ages welcome! Please note that we do Story Time at 10:30 AND 11:30 am (and not from 10:30 to 12:00, just to be clear, thank you!)
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Intro to Spanish for Adults
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesFilmmaker Federico Fellini once said that “A different language is a different vision of life”. We are pleased to give our patrons the opportunity to shift their vision slightly by hosting an intro to Spanish class with Senora Sonia Cintron! Learn the fundamentals of Spanish in this six-week course and get started on the road to fluency. Space is limited, so be sure to save your spot today! Loading…
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Sundaes & Shenanigans
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesOpen to Middle School & High School Celebrate the end of the school year with some frozen treats and silliness!
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Senior Fitness and Chair Exercise
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesThis twice-weekly exercise group is led by Kinderhook resident Pat Berroyer. If you are interested in attending, please contact the library first at info@kinderhooklibrary.org.
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Book Brunch with Matt
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesFresh 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!
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Senior Fitness and Chair Exercise
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesThis twice-weekly exercise group is led by Kinderhook resident Pat Berroyer. If you are interested in attending, please contact the library first at info@kinderhooklibrary.org.
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Alternatives to Lawns
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesWell-trimmed lawns have been an icon of American suburbia for decades; however, new research has found that the traditional grassy lawn may be detrimental to our environment. Come learn all about lawns--why so many homes have them, and why so many people are seeking other options--and get some pointers on developing your own lush, easily maintained, and native alternative! Avid gardener and educator Wendy Tremper Wollerton will be hosting this presentation, and will have various suggestions for design and plants to use, as well as important resources for further research.
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Family Story Time
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesJoin Mandy for stories and songs! All ages welcome! Please note that we do Story Time at 10:30 AND 11:30 am (and not from 10:30 to 12:00, just to be clear, thank you!)
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Summer Reading Kick Off Party
Rothermel Park 15 Rothermel Avenue, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesJoin us on Thursday, June 27th at 5 pm at Rothermel Park for our Summer Reading Kick Off Party featuring the Two by Two Animal Haven! Check out all of the cool critters while you sign up for Summer Reading! Light refreshments will be served.
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Lead Detection in Your Home
Kinderhook Memorial Library 18 Hudson Street, Kinderhook, NY, United StatesJoin us and the Village of Kinderhook Climate Smart Task Force for a special presentation on detecting lead in your home. Eric Ritter of DetectLead.com (IG: ericeverythinglead) will be showcasing some methods of lead detection and discussing the importance of mitigating exposure as soon as possible. We will also be highlighting new lead detection kits, soon to be available to borrow through the library!