Calendar
Events in September 2018
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August 26, 2018
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August 27, 2018(3 events)
Preschool Story HourPreschool Story Hour – Preschool Story Hour taps into the boundless energy of three to five-year-olds to get your child involved in this interactive story time. This program will engage your children with stories, finger plays and songs and encourage them to learn sounds, letter recognition, and new words as they grow into pre-readers. Each program is followed by a hands-on craft and snacks. Read to ZoeyRead to Zoey – Zoey, our friend and trained therapy dog visits and offers young readers a chance to increase their confidence in reading by spending time with a certified therapy dog in a relaxing, stress-free environment. Registration required. Call or come to the desk to schedule a 15 minute session with Zoey. Meet and Greet the Candidates NightMeet and Greet the Candidates Night – TOWN OF ULSTER PUBLIC LIBRARY BOARD TRUSTEE PETITIONS AVAILABLE Proposed Budget Meeting, ‘Meet the Candidates’ Night Takes Place August 27th
June 29, 2018
Candidate petitions for the position of library trustee are now available at the Town of Ulster Public Library, 860 Ulster Ave. There are two (2) seats for 3 year terms up for election. The election takes place Thursday, Sept.6th at the library.
Anyone who is a resident of the Town of Ulster is eligible to run. Petitions must be signed by at least 25 Town of Ulster residents who are registered to vote in the town. Petitions must be returned to the library by 5 p.m. August 6, 2018 in order to be eligible for the September ballot.
Library trustees attend at least one board meeting a month and are required to serve on one or more committees and attend at least one training annually. The role of a library trustee is to set policy for operation of the public library, and to oversee the fiscal health of the organization.
The current Board of Trustees will hold a public hearing on the proposed budget and a “Meet and Greet the Candidates Night” on Monday, Aug. 27 from 6-6:30 p.m. at the library.
Residents who would like more information about serving on the Board of Trustees can contact elections@townofulsterlibrary.org.
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August 28, 2018(1 event)
Library Board MeetingLibrary Board Meeting – Concerns, questions or suggestions? We encourage all Town of Ulster residents to attend a Library Board meeting. The board meets the fourth Tuesday of every month at 4 PM in the library. Dates are posted on the website calendar. |
August 29, 2018(2 events)
Baby & MeBaby & Me – Caregiver and child program for ages 0-3 Baby & Me time focuses on developing your baby’s and toddler's pre-literacy skills. This lap-time story hour will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. The program will help improve motor, sensory, and social skills during play time. The program runs for an hour and snacks are provided. Field Goods Pick-UpField Goods Pick-Up – Field Goods is a year-round local produce delivery service; customers receive 5 to 8 different fruit and vegetables (depending on bag size), plus optional add-ons. Bags cost $16 to $32 per week, and can be put on hold at any time. It’s flexible! Field Goods purchases everything directly from over 80 small farms in the region. All of the produce is non-GMO, and most is organically grown. TO SIGN UP Or just click here for a direct link! |
August 30, 2018(1 event)
Thursday Night Tech TimeThursday Night Tech Time – Call the Library at 845-338-7881 if you would like to reserve a spot or drop in for a fifteen-minute one-to-one session with a library staff member who will answer your general tech questions. Types of questions we can help with: |
August 31, 2018
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September 1, 2018(1 event)
Library ClosedLibrary Closed N/A |
September 2, 2018
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September 3, 2018(1 event)
Library Closed: Labor DayLibrary Closed: Labor Day N/A |
September 4, 2018
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September 5, 2018(2 events)
Baby & MeBaby & Me – Caregiver and child program for ages 0-3 Baby & Me time focuses on developing your baby’s and toddler's pre-literacy skills. This lap-time story hour will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. The program will help improve motor, sensory, and social skills during play time. The program runs for an hour and snacks are provided. Field Goods Pick-UpField Goods Pick-Up – Field Goods is a year-round local produce delivery service; customers receive 5 to 8 different fruit and vegetables (depending on bag size), plus optional add-ons. Bags cost $16 to $32 per week, and can be put on hold at any time. It’s flexible! Field Goods purchases everything directly from over 80 small farms in the region. All of the produce is non-GMO, and most is organically grown. TO SIGN UP Or just click here for a direct link! |
September 6, 2018(2 events)
Trustee Election and Budget VoteTrustee Election and Budget Vote – ANNUAL ELECTION BUDGET VOTE will be held at the Town of Ulster Public Library, 860 Ulster Ave, Kingston, NY on Thursday, September 6, 2018 between the hours of 2 pm and 8 pm. The propositions up for a vote are the 2019 budget and the election of (2) two trustees seats for three (3) year terms up for election. Candidate Bruce Engholm, nominated by petition, seeks a position on the board. Ballots will have a space for write-ins. The proposed budget calls for $316,368 in tax revenue to support the operation of the Town of Ulster Library in 2019, an increase of 4% ($12,168) from 2018. For these unavailable to vote on Thursday, Sept. 6th, absentee ballot applications are available at the library. All ballots must be returned, sealed in person or by mail by 8 pm on the day of the vote September 6. Thursday Night Tech TimeThursday Night Tech Time – Call the Library at 845-338-7881 if you would like to reserve a spot or drop in for a fifteen-minute one-to-one session with a library staff member who will answer your general tech questions. Types of questions we can help with: |
September 7, 2018
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September 8, 2018(1 event)
Free Ukulele ProgramFree Ukulele Program – Intergenerational: age 10&up Beginners are welcome and encouraged! This is a group that shares learning with each other. We usually do some folk music, popular music and anything else anyone might want to play… remember beginners are welcome and encouraged! Direct your questions to Uke Coordinator LYNDA at tofu.uke.group@gmail.com |
September 9, 2018
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September 10, 2018(3 events)
Preschool Story HourPreschool Story Hour – Preschool Story Hour taps into the boundless energy of three to five-year-olds to get your child involved in this interactive story time. This program will engage your children with stories, finger plays and songs and encourage them to learn sounds, letter recognition, and new words as they grow into pre-readers. Each program is followed by a hands-on craft and snacks. After School ProgramAfter School Program – Ages 5-12 years Mondays, from September 10th - October 29th at 4:00 pm 9/10 - Decorate the Children's area for Autumn 9/17 - A special guest will teach sign language 9/24 - LEGOS! 10/01 - Craft-Perler Beads 10/08 - Closed for Columbus Day 10/15 - Hexbugs! 10/22 - Begin making holiday cards for the residents in the Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury 10/29 - Halloween games, crafts, and music! Read to ZoeyRead to Zoey – Zoey, our friend and trained therapy dog visits and offers young readers a chance to increase their confidence in reading by spending time with a certified therapy dog in a relaxing, stress-free environment. Registration required. Call or come to the desk to schedule a 15 minute session with Zoey. |
September 11, 2018(1 event)
Simple Dinners for Busy DaysSimple Dinners for Busy Days Culinary Nutrition Counselor and Real Food Educator Holly Shelowitz Do you find yourself wondering what to make for dinner each day? Join Holly Shelowitz, Nutritional Educator and Chef, for this informative cooking class. She will show you how to make some simple dinners, sure to satisfy everyone at the table. |
September 12, 2018(2 events)
Baby & MeBaby & Me – Caregiver and child program for ages 0-3 Baby & Me time focuses on developing your baby’s and toddler's pre-literacy skills. This lap-time story hour will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. The program will help improve motor, sensory, and social skills during play time. The program runs for an hour and snacks are provided. Field Goods Pick-UpField Goods Pick-Up – Field Goods is a year-round local produce delivery service; customers receive 5 to 8 different fruit and vegetables (depending on bag size), plus optional add-ons. Bags cost $16 to $32 per week, and can be put on hold at any time. It’s flexible! Field Goods purchases everything directly from over 80 small farms in the region. All of the produce is non-GMO, and most is organically grown. TO SIGN UP Or just click here for a direct link! |
September 13, 2018(2 events)
Adult Craft NightAdult Craft Night – Paint a birdhouse For ages 16+ hosted by Kerry Registration Required *crafts subject to change* Thursday Night Tech TimeThursday Night Tech Time – Call the Library at 845-338-7881 if you would like to reserve a spot or drop in for a fifteen-minute one-to-one session with a library staff member who will answer your general tech questions. Types of questions we can help with: |
September 14, 2018
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September 15, 2018
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September 16, 2018
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September 17, 2018(2 events)
Preschool Story HourPreschool Story Hour – Preschool Story Hour taps into the boundless energy of three to five-year-olds to get your child involved in this interactive story time. This program will engage your children with stories, finger plays and songs and encourage them to learn sounds, letter recognition, and new words as they grow into pre-readers. Each program is followed by a hands-on craft and snacks. After School ProgramAfter School Program – Ages 5-12 years Mondays, from September 10th - October 29th at 4:00 pm 9/10 - Decorate the Children's area for Autumn 9/17 - A special guest will teach sign language 9/24 - LEGOS! 10/01 - Craft-Perler Beads 10/08 - Closed for Columbus Day 10/15 - Hexbugs! 10/22 - Begin making holiday cards for the residents in the Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury 10/29 - Halloween games, crafts, and music! |
September 18, 2018
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September 19, 2018(2 events)
Baby & MeBaby & Me – Caregiver and child program for ages 0-3 Baby & Me time focuses on developing your baby’s and toddler's pre-literacy skills. This lap-time story hour will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. The program will help improve motor, sensory, and social skills during play time. The program runs for an hour and snacks are provided. Field Goods Pick-UpField Goods Pick-Up – Field Goods is a year-round local produce delivery service; customers receive 5 to 8 different fruit and vegetables (depending on bag size), plus optional add-ons. Bags cost $16 to $32 per week, and can be put on hold at any time. It’s flexible! Field Goods purchases everything directly from over 80 small farms in the region. All of the produce is non-GMO, and most is organically grown. TO SIGN UP Or just click here for a direct link! |
September 20, 2018(2 events)
Thursday Night Tech TimeThursday Night Tech Time – Call the Library at 845-338-7881 if you would like to reserve a spot or drop in for a fifteen-minute one-to-one session with a library staff member who will answer your general tech questions. Types of questions we can help with: Postponed-Community Update MeetingPostponed-Community Update Meeting – We apologize, but due to unexpected circumstances, tomorrow’s (September 20th) Community Update Meeting is postponed. Potential dates are in late October. If you are interested in more information or in attending, email director@townofulsterlibrary.org. See you soon at the library! |
September 21, 2018
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September 22, 2018(1 event)
Free Ukulele ProgramFree Ukulele Program – Intergenerational: age 10&up Beginners are welcome and encouraged! This is a group that shares learning with each other. We usually do some folk music, popular music and anything else anyone might want to play… remember beginners are welcome and encouraged! Direct your questions to Uke Coordinator LYNDA at tofu.uke.group@gmail.com |
September 23, 2018
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September 24, 2018(3 events)
Preschool Story HourPreschool Story Hour – Preschool Story Hour taps into the boundless energy of three to five-year-olds to get your child involved in this interactive story time. This program will engage your children with stories, finger plays and songs and encourage them to learn sounds, letter recognition, and new words as they grow into pre-readers. Each program is followed by a hands-on craft and snacks. After School ProgramAfter School Program – Ages 5-12 years Mondays, from September 10th - October 29th at 4:00 pm 9/10 - Decorate the Children's area for Autumn 9/17 - A special guest will teach sign language 9/24 - LEGOS! 10/01 - Craft-Perler Beads 10/08 - Closed for Columbus Day 10/15 - Hexbugs! 10/22 - Begin making holiday cards for the residents in the Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury 10/29 - Halloween games, crafts, and music! Read to ZoeyRead to Zoey – Zoey, our friend and trained therapy dog visits and offers young readers a chance to increase their confidence in reading by spending time with a certified therapy dog in a relaxing, stress-free environment. Registration required. Call or come to the desk to schedule a 15 minute session with Zoey. |
September 25, 2018(1 event)
Library Board Meeting-Postponed due to lack of quorumLibrary Board Meeting-Postponed due to lack of quorum – |
September 26, 2018(2 events)
Baby & MeBaby & Me – Caregiver and child program for ages 0-3 Baby & Me time focuses on developing your baby’s and toddler's pre-literacy skills. This lap-time story hour will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. The program will help improve motor, sensory, and social skills during play time. The program runs for an hour and snacks are provided. Field Goods Pick-UpField Goods Pick-Up – Field Goods is a year-round local produce delivery service; customers receive 5 to 8 different fruit and vegetables (depending on bag size), plus optional add-ons. Bags cost $16 to $32 per week, and can be put on hold at any time. It’s flexible! Field Goods purchases everything directly from over 80 small farms in the region. All of the produce is non-GMO, and most is organically grown. TO SIGN UP Or just click here for a direct link! |
September 27, 2018(1 event)
Thursday Night Tech TimeThursday Night Tech Time – Call the Library at 845-338-7881 if you would like to reserve a spot or drop in for a fifteen-minute one-to-one session with a library staff member who will answer your general tech questions. Types of questions we can help with: |
September 28, 2018
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September 29, 2018(2 events)
Annual Book SaleAnnual Book Sale – This year, we will go a bit bigger with our book and bake sale, story hour and sing along, grilled hot dogs and hamburgers sponsored by the Town of Ulster Kiwanis Club and more! Stay tuned for more information. Special Story HourSpecial Story Hour Autumn is here! Come and listen to stories, learn some interesting facts, sing songs, play musical instruments and make a scarecrow. Also, check out our annual book sale! |
September 30, 2018
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October 1, 2018(2 events)
Preschool Story HourPreschool Story Hour – Preschool Story Hour taps into the boundless energy of three to five-year-olds to get your child involved in this interactive story time. This program will engage your children with stories, finger plays and songs and encourage them to learn sounds, letter recognition, and new words as they grow into pre-readers. Each program is followed by a hands-on craft and snacks. After School ProgramAfter School Program – Ages 5-12 years Mondays, from September 10th - October 29th at 4:00 pm 9/10 - Decorate the Children's area for Autumn 9/17 - A special guest will teach sign language 9/24 - LEGOS! 10/01 - Craft-Perler Beads 10/08 - Closed for Columbus Day 10/15 - Hexbugs! 10/22 - Begin making holiday cards for the residents in the Northeast Center for Rehabilitation and Brain Injury 10/29 - Halloween games, crafts, and music! |
October 2, 2018
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October 3, 2018(2 events)
Baby & MeBaby & Me – Caregiver and child program for ages 0-3 Baby & Me time focuses on developing your baby’s and toddler's pre-literacy skills. This lap-time story hour will introduce a love for books by using song, movement, rhythm and rhyme. The program will help improve motor, sensory, and social skills during play time. The program runs for an hour and snacks are provided. Field Goods Pick-UpField Goods Pick-Up – Field Goods is a year-round local produce delivery service; customers receive 5 to 8 different fruit and vegetables (depending on bag size), plus optional add-ons. Bags cost $16 to $32 per week, and can be put on hold at any time. It’s flexible! Field Goods purchases everything directly from over 80 small farms in the region. All of the produce is non-GMO, and most is organically grown. TO SIGN UP Or just click here for a direct link! |
October 4, 2018(1 event)
Thursday Night Tech TimeThursday Night Tech Time – Call the Library at 845-338-7881 if you would like to reserve a spot or drop in for a fifteen-minute one-to-one session with a library staff member who will answer your general tech questions. Types of questions we can help with: |
October 5, 2018
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October 6, 2018(1 event)
Free Ukulele ProgramFree Ukulele Program – Intergenerational: age 10&up Beginners are welcome and encouraged! This is a group that shares learning with each other. We usually do some folk music, popular music and anything else anyone might want to play… remember beginners are welcome and encouraged! Direct your questions to Uke Coordinator LYNDA at tofu.uke.group@gmail.com |
We offer story times and other activities for children, teens, and adults, including a book discussion group. Check our program calendar or call the library at 845-338-7881.
