What's new this
F E B R U A R Y
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Print-at-Home Museum Passes!
In addition to our regular museum passes, Ulster County legislative funding provides for TixKeeper, a convenient museum pass system, that allows for reserving and printing select museum passes from home.
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PLEASE NOTE:
Participants must register prior to all programs.
Please register on our events calendar, or follow the program links and instructions below.
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March Madness Book Tournament!
Prediction brackets are now available!
Return your bracket by Tuesday, February 28.
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We chose 64 titles from our collection that had the highest circulation numbers in 2022. You’ve read them, now it’s time to vote on them! For 6 weeks, you will have the opportunity to vote for the books you think are most deserving of the title “March Madness Champion.” The books that have the most votes will advance to the next round, until we have a winner!
Return your completed bracket by Tuesday, February 28. Brackets can be picked up at the Library or click here to download.
Voting will begin on Wednesday, March 1.
Stop by the Library to cast your vote each week or vote online via Instagram. Stay up-to-date on each week’s winners through the Library’s Instagram every Monday to see which titles advanced through to the next round. The person who most correctly predicts the bracket outcome will win a prize!
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*Virtual* Local History Trivia Night
Wednesday, February 8, 7:00 pm
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Our popular Local History Trivia Night continues! From the comfort of your own home, test your knowledge of Marlborough in this relaxed environment. Our trivia night is less about knowing the answers and more about connecting with friends, old and new, and learning something unexpected about the town’s history.
Registration is required. Register to participate or just listen in.
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'90s Nostalgia Meet-Up
Thursday, February 9, 7:00 pm
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Did your childhood consist of eating Dunkaroos and watching All That, Who’s Afraid of the Dark, and Doug? Join us at the Library to reminisce about all things '90s, as we talk about our favorite TV shows, movies, snacks, and toys, watch Youtube clips, and listen to music. Bring your friends or meet new ones!
In the event of inclement weather, this program will be rescheduled.
Registration is required.
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Getting Started with Genealogy
Presentation
Saturday, February 11, 11:00 am
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During this presentation, attendees will learn how to map out a family tree, methods to record findings, review the basics of using AncestryLibrary.com, and hear about other available free websites. This presentation will also touch briefly on popular DNA testing kits.
Walk-ins are welcome. In the case of inclement weather, this program will be rescheduled.
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Getting Started with Genealogy
Workshop
Saturday, February 11, 12:00 pm
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At 12:00 pm, workshop attendees will apply their newfound research skills, learned during our Getting Started with Genealogy Presentation, to make new discoveries! Search through genealogical databases and websites, while Library staff assist with questions or problems. Bring your Library card and family history as far back as you know (even if it’s just your grandparents), and we will help expand your search!
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Please note: Participants can attend just our Getting Started with Genealogy Presentation or our Intro to Researching Your Family History Workshop or both programs.
Registration is required if you would like to reserve one of the Library’s laptops, as a limited amount are available. In case of inclement weather, this program will be rescheduled.
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Marlborough Makers Club Adult Craft:
Framed Line Art
Wednesday, February 15, 6:30 pm
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Make yourself a simple, yet beautiful decoration for your home! Registrants can create their own line art (no bigger than 7x9”) or use a provided motif.
Craft sessions will be in-person in the community room. A Take and Make option is not available for this craft.
Registration is required, spaces are limited.
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Book Club
Wednesday, February 22, 7:00 pm
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All are welcome to attend our Book Club! During February’s meeting, we will be discussing Hamnet by Maggie O'Farrell.
Registration is required.
In the event of inclement weather, this program will meet virtually.
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The Boardroom
Tuesday, February 14, 4:30-5:30 pm
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For grades K-8.
Do you like to play board games? Come to The Boardroom! Bring that game you’ve been asking everyone at home to play, or play one of ours with other gamers! Registration required.
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Open Art
Tuesday, February 21, 1:00-3:00 pm
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For youth of all ages. Get creative with art supplies provided. Come make a masterpiece, doodle, & possibly connect with a friend or two! No registration required.
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3-D Hand Drawing
Friday, February 24, 2:00-3:00 pm
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For families with youth of all ages.
Hang with us as we make 3-D hand drawings. These drawing are very simple to make and look super cool! Caregivers are always welcome to participate as well! Registration required.
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New Museum Pass:
Motorcyclepedia Museum
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We have added a new museum pass to our Item Lending Collection! Patrons can now check out a pass to the Motorcyclepedia Museum, located in Newburgh!
For more information, including borrowing policies, click here.
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For reading recommendations, check out our blog, The Book Buzz.
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Address: 1251 Route 9W,
Marlboro, NY 12542
Tel: (845)236-7272
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Library Hours:
Monday-Thursday: 9:30am-8pm
Friday: 9:30am-5pm
Saturday: 11am-5pm
Sunday: 1-5pm*
*Closed Sundays in summer
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