December news- Family Cocoa Party, Walking Club, Book Club and more!

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PLEASE NOTE:

As of December 1, 2022, the Library will no longer have access to TumbleBooks.

Looking for an alternative to TumbleBooks? Check out Libby's read-along books for kids!

Click here to view Libby's Read-Along Collection

Adult Programs

PLEASE NOTE:

Participants must register prior to all programs.

Please register on our events calendar, or follow the program links and instructions below.

Medicare Counseling

with Ulster County Office for the Aging

Monday, December 5, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm

*Appointment Required*

A representative from the Ulster County Office for the Aging will be at the Library to help individuals sign up for Medicare and choose a plan that best fits their lifestyle. Receive personalized counseling and help to understand the different plans available.

Appointments are required. Please call the Office for the Aging at 845-340-3456 to make an appointment. Walk-ins will not be accommodated.

Please make sure when booking your appointment that you specify that you would like to meet with Peggy at the Marlboro Free Library.

Walking Club

Pop-up Session

Monday, December 12, 10:00 - 11:00 am

Weather Permitting

Connect with the outdoors and talk with others as you walk!

Meet in the back gravel lot near the pavilions at Cluett Schantz Park in Milton.

Registration is required.

Click here to register

Marlborough Makers Club Adult Craft:

Winter Birds

Friday, December 16, 10:00 am

This bird craft is so easy, you’ll be able to make an entire flock! Come to the Library and learn how to make these simple hanging birds. Craft sessions will be in-person in the community room, with a Take & Make option for those who don’t wish to attend in person.

Registration before the deadline of December 7 is required for both options. Spaces are limited. Please select the craft format you’d prefer when registering.

Click here to register

Book Club

Wednesday, December 28, 7:00 pm

All are welcome to attend our Book Club! During December’s meeting, we will be discussing The Personal Librarian by Marie Benedict & Victoria Christopher Murray.

Registration is required.

Click here to register

Children's Programs

The Friends of the Marlboro Library's

Cozy Cocoa Cookie Party Fundraiser

Saturday, December 17, 2:30-3:30 pm

For families with children 4-7 years of age.

Come to the Library wearing your coziest pajamas and decorate a cookie with friends! Write a letter to Santa, enjoy your cookie with milk, sing-a-long to some favorite carols, sample some cocoa from our hot cocoa bar and listen to a fun, holiday story with Ms. Tessa.

Admission is $10 per family. In-person registration required.

Open Art

Tuesday, December 27, 1:00-3:00 pm

For youth of all ages.

Registration not required.

Come make a masterpiece, doodle and possibly connect with a friend or two!

S.T.E.M. Lab

Friday, December 30, 11:30 am-12:30 pm

For ages K-8.

Registration required.

In this activity, learn all about physics by measuring the distances you can launch a cotton ball using your own launcher made during the program!

Click here to register.

Happening Now:

Holiday Book Bundle Sale

& Mini Tree Raffle!

The Friends of the Library are holding their annual holiday book sale inside the Library! The Friends volunteers have handpicked and bundled similar books that will make great gifts for any reader.

All bundles will be $5 each, unless otherwise marked. The sale will be set up until Friday, January 6- or until the books sell out!

The Friends of the Marlboro Library are also holding a raffle for a mini tree decorated with scratch-off lottery tickets! Raffle tickets are $1 each, or 6 for $5, and may be purchased at the Marlboro Library, where the tree is on display near the circulation desk.

You must be over 21 to purchase raffle tickets, and proceeds will go towards future Library programs. The drawing will be held on Saturday, December 17.