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SUMMARY:EKPHRASIS: Writing from Images (Week 5)
DESCRIPTION: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.  \nSaturdays in May — May 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30\, 10:30 AM–12 PM.  \nMendes Wood DM: 10 Church Ave\, Germantown\, NY. \nFree • Write in English\, Spanish\, or both. \nBring an image — leave with a story. Participants will receive an anthology of texts and images by Latin American women authors. \nSponsored by Poets & Writers and the Germantown Library. Hosted at Mendes Wood DM. \n#Ekphrasis #WritingWorkshop #LatinxArtists #BilingualWorkshop \n\n  \nÉCFRASIS: 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. \nInspirado en Frida Kahlo\, Emma Reyes y María Luisa Puga. \nSábados de mayo — 2\, 9\, 16\, 23\, 30 de mayo\, 10:30 AM–12 PM. \nMendes Wood DM: 10 Church Ave\, Germantown\, NY. \nGratis • Escribe en español\, inglés o ambos. Trae una imagen — vete con una historia. \nPatrocinado por Poets & Writers y Germantown Library. Taller presencial en Mendes Wood DM. #Ekfrasis #TallerDeEscritura #ArtistasLatinx #TallerBilingüe
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/writing-from-images-week-5/
LOCATION:Mendes Wood DM Gallery\, 10 Maple Ave\, Germantown\, 12526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Adults Only,Bilingual
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SUMMARY:Miss Lindys Dance Hall
DESCRIPTION:Come for an introductory lesson and then join the dancing! \nNo partner or experience needed. \nPlease RSVP \nSaturday\, May 30 \n2:00- 3:30pm in the Hover Room
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/miss-lindys-dance-hall/
LOCATION:Germantown Library Hover Room\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Library
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260619
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260620
DTSTAMP:20260610T173608
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SUMMARY:Juneteenth - Library Closed
DESCRIPTION:The Germantown Library will be closed on Friday\, June 19th in observance of Juneteenth. \nOnline e-resources are always available\, including many on history that shed light on this holiday and the events leading up to it.
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/juneteenth-library-closed/
LOCATION:Germantown Library\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260620T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260505T003804Z
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SUMMARY:Felted Gnome Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Carlise Azmitia from the Hudson Valley Atelier returns to the Makerspace to teach another popular felting workshop!\nLearn to use basic wet & needle felting techniques with wool roving to create your own whimsical gnome! \nSaturday\, June 20\, 1-5 pm\nRecommended for teens & adults \nSpace is limited\, RSVP required \nIf you RSVP and later determine you cannot attend\, please let the library know so we can make your seat available to others \n  \n 
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/felted-gnome-workshop/
LOCATION:Germantown Library Makerspace\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260627T133000
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SUMMARY:Quick Pet Portraits
DESCRIPTION:Artist in Residence Cathleen Halloran will make a sketch of your pet. \nShe will be setting up outside in front of the library and will bring portable fencing to give your favorite creature room to move around. \nCost is $25 dollars\, limit one pet per person. \nTwo Saturdays: June 27 and July 25\, 2026 \nAll proceeds go to the Columbia Greene Humane Society.  Please RSVP
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/quick-pet-portraits/
LOCATION:Germantown Library\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260628T120000
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Fiber Arts Display Kickoff
DESCRIPTION: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! \nSunday\, June 28\, 10am-Noon in the main library \nOur THANKS to the CREATE Council on the Arts team for their continued support of the Germantown Library Fiber Arts!
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/8th-annual-fiber-arts-display-kickoff/
LOCATION:Germantown Library\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
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SUMMARY:Proddy Confetti Rug Making
DESCRIPTION:Proddy or prodded rugs are traditional floor coverings found in Northern Ireland and the north counties of England.\nAfter hand woven clothing had no other use\, it was cut into strips\, usually by children in the evenings\, and hand pulled\nthrough rough hessian\, or burlap for use through their cottages.\nThis class will cover the traditional technique and explore more modern approaches for students to explore.\n\nAll material will be provided as well as a handout of proddy maker websites and tools sources. \nRecommended for teens and adults.\nSpace is limited\, please RSVP.\nIf you find you cannot make it\, please let us know so we can offer your space to someone else.
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/proddy-confetti-rug-making/
LOCATION:Germantown Library Makerspace\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts & Crafts,At the Library,Makerspace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260702T203000
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SUMMARY:Town History Talk - German Camp: Revolution Along the Hudson
DESCRIPTION:Join us for another fascinating history talk with Germantown Town Historian\, Tom Shannon! \nGerman 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! \nThursday\, July 2\, at 7 PM \nHybrid event: In-person or virtual via Zoom \nSelect RSVP to attend virtually (Zoom link will be sent in confirmation email) or select Ticket (free) to attend in-person
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/town-history-talk-german-camp-revolution-along-the-hudson/
LOCATION:Germantown Library Hover Room\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260711T170000
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CREATED:20260605T201544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260605T201544Z
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SUMMARY:Defensive Driving Point Reduction
DESCRIPTION:This 6 hour class can save you 10% on your vehicle liability\, collision and personal injury (PIP) \ninsurance premiums for \nTHREE YEARS and may reduce up to FOUR POINTS on your driving record. \nOnly $40.00 \nPlease RSVP and bring your checkbook to the class. \n  \nSponsored by American Safety Inc. #028 \nDelivery Agency – DigitalDefensiveDriving.com #189
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/defensive-driving-point-reduction/
LOCATION:Germantown Library\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Library
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260830T120000
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SUMMARY:Crochet Basket Workshop
DESCRIPTION: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. \nBasic crochet knowledge is required but beginners are welcome. Recommended for older teens and adults. \nSunday\, August 30th\, 10am-Noon in the Makerspace \nSpace is limited\, RSVP required.
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/crochet-basket-workshop/
LOCATION:Germantown Library Makerspace\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260920T120000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T182046Z
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SUMMARY:Visible Mending Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Use sewing techniques to mend\, beautify and sustain your garments and textile treasures! \nThis beginner-friendly class will step through these techniques: running stitch/darning patching (raw or with a neat edge)\, applique\, and\nembroidery. You’ll receive a materials kit with everything you need! \nBring some garments to mend and we’ll sew together! \nLed by Jocelyn Songco of Yarn Farm Kingston \nRecommended for teens & adults \nSunday\, September 20th\, 10am-Noon in the library Makerspace \nSpace is limited\, RSVP required \nOur THANKS to the CREATE Council on the Arts team for their continued support of the Germantown Library fiber arts! \n 
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/visible-mending-workshop/
LOCATION:Germantown Library Makerspace\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260927T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T173608
CREATED:20260610T182525Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T182732Z
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SUMMARY:Sashiko Stitching Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Japanese sashiko embroidery is beautiful and fun! The foundation of sashiko is the rhythm of stitching\, using a special plate thimble made of metal. In this class\nJocelyn Songco of Yarn Farm Kingston will share how to use this thimble and an overview of sashiko as taught by Atsushi Futatsuya\, a third-generation master sashiko artist. \nYou will get a materials kit with everything you need including a sashiko thimble and needles. \nRecommended for adults \nSpace is limited\, RSVP required \nOur THANKS to the CREATE Council on the Arts team for their continued support of the Germantown Library fiber arts!
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/sashiko-stitching-workshop/
LOCATION:Germantown Library Makerspace\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261004T120000
DTSTAMP:20260610T173608
CREATED:20260106T230955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260116T020802Z
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SUMMARY:8th Annual Germantown Library 5k
DESCRIPTION:8th Annual Germantown Library 5k \n• Sunday\, October  4 @ 9:00 am – 12:00 pm\nRun\, walk\, skip and laugh with friends and neighbors as we celebrate our community! Your participation helps our library thrive!\nCheck in begins at 9 AM and the race begins at 10 AM.\nKids race\nBe sure to arrive with plenty of time to check in and get ready to race!\nRegistration will open Spring 2026
URL:https://germantownlibrary.org/event/8th-annual-germantown-library-5k-2/
LOCATION:Germantown Library\, 31 Palatine Park Rd\, Germantown\, NY\, 12526\, United States
CATEGORIES:At the Library,Outside Event
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