Pine Needle Baskets
2026-03-22 14:00 - 16:00 (America/New_York) | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Want to learn how to make a Longleaf Pine needle basket together?
Lots of us rely on online videos to learn new skills, and we’re going to use this method in a group setting in the Library Makerspace to make pine needle baskets. There may be lots of laughs along the way, but with each others help, we will make some great baskets!
Adults preferred for this learning activity
Space is limited & RSVP’s are required
Because space is so limited, if you RSVP and later determine you can’t make it, please let the library know asap so we can open your seat up to someone else

Visible Mending
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Visible Mending
Have a pair of jeans that need attention? Something you wear has a tear? Come learn about Visible Mending. Using a variety of techniques we will turn that sartorial snag into an exhilarating expression of you! Using applique, embroidery and weaving we will renew your wardrobe with wearable art. If time allows, we will also explore felting and darning for your hand knit items.

The Anxious Generation: A Community Discussion on Taking the Wait Until 8th Pledge
2026-04-11 10:30 - 12:00 | Germantown Library Hover Room, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Join us at the Germantown Library on Saturday, April 11at 10:30am for a community conversation inspired by the bestselling book The Anxious Generation by Jonathan Haidt.
We’ll begin by watching a 40-minute, informative video in which Haidt explains the research behind the rising rates of anxiety, depression, and social challenges among young people — and outlines four practical “escape routes” for families and communities:

Delay smartphones until high school
Delay social media until age 16
Advocate for phone-free schools
Encourage more independence and real-world play

Haidt wrote The Anxious Generation with a firm belief that the challenges confronting our children are solvable. But solving them requires understanding the traps we’ve fallen into — and working together to create change.
After the video, we’ll discuss the Wait Until 8th movement, which empowers parents to delay giving children a smartphone until at least the end of 8th grade. When families commit together, it reduces peer pressure and strengthens community support.
The book is also available in various formats via MHLS

Coiled Basket Making
2026-04-12 14:00 - 17:00 | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
We’ve woven baskets of raffia & pine needles in the Makerspace, next up is coiled baskets!
Coiled basket weaving is one of the oldest and most commonly used basketry techniques, used globally to make sturdy, functional baskets. In this class we will use cotton rope for the foundation material, wrapped, spiraled and stitched together to form baskets.
A beginner-friendly class, recommended for teens & adults.
Space is limited, RSVP to reserve your seat.
Please notify the library if you have RSVP’d but your plans change, so we can open the seat up to others.

Friends of Clermont Winter Series: Author Talk & Book Signing with Kiersten Marcil
2026-04-25 14:00 - 15:00 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
The Germantown Library is partnering with Friends of Clermont to host their Winter Series events!
Author talk & book signing with Kiersten Marcil, author of Witness to the Revolution, a historical fantasy saga
Saturday, April 25, 2-3 PM in the Hover Room (entrance & parking around back of the library)
The event is free but space is limited. please RSVP through the Friend of Clermont website: https://www.friendsofclermont.org/event-details/winter-seres25-witness-the-revolution

History of Theodore Robinson - Robinson Forest Honoree
2026-04-26 12:00 - 13:00 | Germantown Library Hover Room, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Germantown Town Historian, Tom Shannon, presents a history of Theodore Robinson, honoree of the new Robinson Forest near the Parsonage
This event is part of the Earth Day Robinson Forest Dedication activities in the Town of Germantown
Sunday, April 26, 1-2pm in the Hover Room (entrance and parking in back of the library)
Space is limited, please RSVP to reserve a seat

EKPHRASIS: Writing from Images (week 1)
2026-05-02 10:30 - 12:00 | Mendes Wood DM Gallery, 10 Maple Ave, Germantown, 12526, United States
EKPHRASIS: Writing from Images — a bilingual generative writing workshop with Mariana Graciano. Explore ekphrasis: write in response to photographs, paintings, sculptures, collages, and personal objects. Inspired by Frida Kahlo, Emma Reyes, María Luisa Puga.
Saturdays in May — May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 10:30 AM–12 PM.
Mendes Wood DM: 10 Church Ave, Germantown, NY.
Free • Write in English, Spanish, or both.
Bring an image — leave with a story. Participants will receive an anthology of texts and images by Latin American women authors.
Sponsored by Poets & Writers and the Germantown Library. Hosted at Mendes Wood DM.
#Ekphrasis #WritingWorkshop #LatinxArtists #BilingualWorkshop

ÉCFRASIS: Escribir desde la imagen — taller bilingüe de escritura generativa con Mariana Graciano. Explora la escritura a partir de fotos, pinturas, esculturas, collages y objetos personales.
Inspirado en Frida Kahlo, Emma Reyes y María Luisa Puga.
Sábados de mayo — 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 de mayo, 10:30 AM–12 PM.
Mendes Wood DM: 10 Church Ave, Germantown, NY.
Gratis • Escribe en español, inglés o ambos. Trae una imagen — vete con una historia.
Patrocinado por Poets & Writers y Germantown Library. Taller presencial en Mendes Wood DM. #Ekfrasis #TallerDeEscritura #ArtistasLatinx #TallerBilingüe

EKPHRASIS: Writing from Images (Week 2)
2026-05-09 10:30 - 12:00 | Mendes Wood DM Gallery, 10 Maple Ave, Germantown, 12526, United States

Song Circle Sessions
2026-05-12 10:30 - 12:00 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States

Community Screening - The Librarians
2026-05-14 19:00 - 21:00 | Germantown Library Hover Room, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Join us for a free community screening of The Librarians on Thursday, May 14 at 7:00 PM in the Hover Room at the Germantown Library.
“A different type of superhero movie.” — The Hollywood Reporter
From Academy Award nominee and Peabody winner Kim A. Snyder, The Librarians is a powerful new documentary about the fight for the freedom to read. As book bans sweep across the U.S., librarians become first responders in the defense of democracy, free expression, and First Amendment rights.
Following the screening, there will be a Q&A with special guest Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, Executive Director of the Mid-Hudson Library System, nationally recognized library leader, author, and advocate.
Free and open to the public. Please note: this film contains mature themes and is recommended for ages 16+. Please RSVP as space is limited.

EKPHRASIS: Writing from Images (Week 3)
2026-05-16 10:30 - 12:00 | Mendes Wood DM Gallery, 10 Maple Ave, Germantown, 12526, United States

EKPHRASIS: Writing from Images (Week 4)
2026-05-23 10:30 - 12:00 | Mendes Wood DM Gallery, 10 Maple Ave, Germantown, 12526, United States

EKPHRASIS: Writing from Images (Week 5)
2026-05-30 10:30 - 12:00 | Mendes Wood DM Gallery, 10 Maple Ave, Germantown, 12526, United States

Miss Lindys Dance Hall
2026-05-30 14:00 - 15:30 | Germantown Library Hover Room, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Come for an introductory lesson and then join the dancing!
No partner or experience needed.
Please RSVP
Saturday, May 30
2:00- 3:30pm in the Hover Room

Juneteenth - Library Closed
2026-06-19 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
The Germantown Library will be closed on Friday, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth.
Online e-resources are always available, including many on history that shed light on this holiday and the events leading up to it.

Felted Gnome Workshop
2026-06-20 13:00 - 17:00 | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Carlise Azmitia from the Hudson Valley Atelier returns to the Makerspace to teach another popular felting workshop!
Learn to use basic wet & needle felting techniques with wool roving to create your own whimsical gnome!
Saturday, June 20, 1-5 pm
Recommended for teens & adults
Space is limited, RSVP required
If you RSVP and later determine you cannot attend, please let the library know so we can make your seat available to others

Special Board of Trustees Meeting
2026-06-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
The Germantown Library Board of Trustees will hold a meeting on June 24 at 7 pm.
The purpose of this meeting is to discuss a 414 petition to meet anticipated increases in our 2027 operating budget due to increased costs, determine next steps and any other business that may come before the board.

Quick Pet Portraits
2026-06-27 11:00 - 13:30 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Artist in Residence Cathleen Halloran will make a sketch of your pet.
She will be setting up outside in front of the library and will bring portable fencing to give your favorite creature room to move around.
Cost is $25 dollars, limit one pet per person.
Two Saturdays: June 27 and July 25, 2026
All proceeds go to the Columbia Greene Humane Society. Please RSVP

8th Annual Fiber Arts Display Kickoff
2026-06-28 10:00 - 12:00 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Do you enjoy seeing the annual fiber arts displays at the library and wonder who the artists are behind it? Stop in to see the 2026 Fine Art of Fiber Arts display, meet the creatives behind it, and learn more about the SEVEN upcoming fiber arts workshops!
Sunday, June 28, 10am-Noon in the main library
Our THANKS to the CREATE Council on the Arts team for their continued support of the Germantown Library Fiber Arts!

Proddy Confetti Rug Making
2026-06-28 14:00 - 16:00 | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Proddy or prodded rugs are traditional floor coverings found in Northern Ireland and the north counties of England.
After hand woven clothing had no other use, it was cut into strips, usually by children in the evenings, and hand pulled
through rough hessian, or burlap for use through their cottages.
This class will cover the traditional technique and explore more modern approaches for students to explore.

All material will be provided as well as a handout of proddy maker websites and tools sources.
Recommended for teens and adults.
Space is limited, please RSVP.
If you find you cannot make it, please let us know so we can offer your space to someone else.

The Hudson River Schools of Art and Their Ice Age Origins
2026-06-30 19:00 - 20:30 | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
The Hudson River Schools of Art and Their Ice Age Origins
Presented by Robert and Johanna Titus
During the 19th century there was something of a cultural Renaissance right here in the Hudson Valley region. America’s first worldclass literature appeared. We also saw the birth of American landscape architecture. Most importantly, led by Thomas Cole, we saw the appearance of the Hudson River School of Art. In short, our region became the center of a truly important cultural movement. None of this, we argue, would ever have happened if the Hudson Valley and Catskills had not been so heavily glaciated. We take our audience to see how the glaciers created the landscapes that so inspired the great artists of those times.
Recommended for general audiences
Space is limited, RSVP required

Town History Talk - German Camp: Revolution Along the Hudson
2026-07-02 19:00 - 20:30 | Germantown Library Hover Room, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Join us for another fascinating history talk with Germantown Town Historian, Tom Shannon!
German Camp: Revolution Along the Hudson will cover a multitude of story threads: the significance of the German Camp District created in 1775, clues about the political inclinations of various Palatine descendants, life in German Camp while Clermont burned next door, the perplexing presence of an Anglican Rector in German Camp during the war, a Loyalist raid, a public auction @hoverfarms that drew some famous names, and more!
Thursday, July 2, at 7 PM
Hybrid event: In-person or virtual via Zoom
Select RSVP to attend virtually (Zoom link will be sent in confirmation email) or select Ticket (free) to attend in-person

Library closed July 4th
2026-07-04 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
The library will be closed on Saturday, July 4th in observation of Independence Day. Happy 250th America!

Defensive Driving Point Reduction
2026-07-11 11:00 - 17:00 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Cancelled
This 6 hour class can save you 10% on your vehicle liability, collision and personal injury (PIP)
insurance premiums for THREE YEARS and may reduce up to FOUR POINTS on your driving record.
Only $40.00 Please RSVP and bring your checkbook to the class.

Summer Movie Night - National Treasure
2026-07-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Germantown Library Hover Room, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Movie Night at the Hover Room
Join the Adventure of hunting for a National Treasure
starring Nicholas Cage
July 16 6:30 PM
Movie is rated PG
Space is limited, RSVP required
Snacks will be available
Donations are welcome

Quick Pet Portraits
2026-07-25 11:00 - 13:30 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Artist in Residence Cathleen Halloran will make a sketch of your pet.
She will be setting up outside in front of the library and will bring portable fencing to give your favorite creature room to move around. Cost is $25 dollars, limit one pet per person.
Two Saturdays: June 27 and July 25, 2026
All proceeds go to the Columbia Greene Humane Society.
Please RSVP – only a few spaces between 12:00 and 1:00 are still available!
Stay after for the closing party for Cathleen’s art show in the library!

Sentient Closing Party
2026-07-25 13:30 - 15:30 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Please join us after the last “pet portrait session” to wrap up the SENTIENT SHOW!
There will be drinks and treats for humans and animals!
“Thank you Germantown for sharing your library with me and my art.” Cathleen Halloran

Cirkus Workshop with Bindlestiff Cirkus
2026-08-21 13:00 - 14:00 | Germantown Library, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Cirkus Workshop with Bindlestiff Cirkus

Participants will experience a hands-on introduction to circus props and skills, including juggling with balls, rings, and scarves, diabolo, flower sticks, wobble boards (balance skill, great for ages 4-6) hand-held stilts and bucket stilts, low tight-wire, rhythmic ribbons, lassos and more! The 1-hour session includes an ice-breaker, a gentle warm-up, and guided exploration of the equipment. Ages 4 -8 should have family member, 12 or older, to accompany them. Folks with mobility differences are welcome, as many of the skills can be adapted by the user. This workshop is provided courtesy of the Columbia County Board of Supervisors and the Columbia County Youth Bureau. For more information about Bindlestiff, please visit www.bindlestiff.org
In the Hover Room
Free – registration required – ages 4 and up

Branch Weaving
2026-08-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Learn to weave on nature’s loom, tree branches!
Led by Jocelyn Songco of Yarn Farm Kingston, all supplies will be provided for this beginner-friendly workshop but if you have a favorite (smaller) tree branch, bring it along.
Recommended for teens & adults
Space is limited, RSVP required
Our THANKS to the Walmart Spark Good grant team for funding this workshop!

Crochet Basket Workshop
2026-08-30 10:00 - 12:00 | Germantown Library Makerspace, 31 Palatine Park Rd, Germantown, NY, 12526, United States
Time for another popular basket-making workshop! Join us as we learn how to crochet a cotton cord basket from Jocelyn Songco of Yarn Farm Kingston! All supplies will be provided.
Basic crochet knowledge is required but beginners are welcome. Recommended for older teens and adults.
Sunday, August 30th, 10am-Noon in the Makerspace
Space is limited, RSVP required.
