Summer has arrived, and with it comes the Fourth of July, the Summer Reading Program, swimming, biking, and vacations. Yay, Summer!! I usually tell you all to come to see CPL's float in the Fourth of July Parade; instead this year I'm asking you to come to see us on the Library's front lawn for our first-ever Library Lawn Giveaway. It begins at 10 AM. Our Youth Services Department came up with this idea, and I think it's fantastic! If you are one of the first 100 people/families to stop by and say "hello" to Miss Lisa & her Crew, you will receive a bag stuffed with information about what's happening in the Library over the months of July and August along with some yummy treats. We hope to see you there!

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Introducing Freegal Music, a free music streaming service available July 1st to Cornwall Library card holders. Enjoy 5 downloads a week, or unlimited streaming access. With Freegal's vast collection of over 18 million songs, you can curate your own playlists (that you can also share with a friend). Or choose from one of Freegal's many playlists already available to suit any mood, activity or special occasion. Any questions, just contact our reference staff for help.

A free-admission pass to the Motorcyclepedia Museum in Newburgh is now available for Cornwall card holders to borrow. Explore the world of motorcycles and bicycles from distinct time periods through the memorabilia, advertising and artifacts in this unique collection. Please stop in or call the library for details.

All meetings are open to the public. The current agenda and meeting packet can be found here.

Enjoy a break in your day and take in a movie. July’s selection is Searching - Rated PG-13.

A drop-in event - no registration required.

Got tech questions? Let our savvy teen volunteers assist you. Bring your devices and your questions. No appointments needed - first come, first served.

Join America's largest discussion program on world affairs. July's topic is Economic Warfare and U.S. Policy. Course briefing books are now freely available at the library thanks to the generous support of the Friends of Cornwall Library. For more information, contact Pam Stockton at pstockton@rcls.org or 845-534-8282.

A drop-in event - no registration required

Register in person at the library with payment (cash or check) to confirm registration - $25 for AARP members; $30 for non-members.

Make checks payable to AARP, with AARP member number (if applicable) written on check. Cash payments must be exact change only. Participants must bring driver's license and AARP card (if applicable) to class.

The library construction closure means all inventory must go. Bring $5 and a bag and get busy shopping!

Working in partnership with the New York Blood Center, the library is pleased to offer community members this opportunity to assist with emergency blood shortages.

Appointments are preferred and can be made by clicking on this link. Walk-ins are welcome if space permits.

Canterbury Brook Academy of the Arts Informational Meeting

Learn more about this new private educational option in our region.

A drop-in event – no registration required.

Always open to new members. For planning purposes, we request that participants register via the library website prior to attending. A virtual option can be made available if needed. .

New members are always welcome. Please call 845-534-8282 if you need a virtual option.

New members are always welcome...and chocolate is always served!

Book Group

August 2 @4:00pm

New members are always welcome. This is a hybrid group. If you would like a Zoom link, please register via the library website.

August 16 @7:00pm

by Kate Quinn

Join us in August at Mama Theresa's for some food, drinks & lively discussion. New people are always welcome! To help coordinate with the restaurant, we are asking anyone planning to attend to register via the library website.

Please register via the library website for a

15-minute time slot of your choosing. Registration opens one week prior to each program.

Enjoy a story time with the whole family. Registration is required and opens via the library website one week prior to the class.

Wear your PJs, bring a favorite cuddly, and enjoy stories & songs at the library.

Outside, library portico, drop-in event.

Enjoy stories, puppets, songs, fun & giggles on the Town Hall Lawn (weather permitting). A drop-in event.

Instructor Denise Schirmer teaches participants how to be a responsible babysitter. Space is limited. Registration is required and opens via the library calendar one week prior to the program.

Susan Walsh from Rae of Light Yoga leads this fun yoga class that is great for building mind-body awareness, positive thinking, physical fitness, and overall wellness. Please bring your own mat or blanket if possible.

Space is limited and registration required via the library website. Registration opens one week prior to the program.

All ages and skill levels are welcome. Bring a friend or play with someone new. An instructor will be available to answer questions.

A drop-in event - no registration required

Spend an evening connecting with some “cool” reptilian friends from Hudson Valley Reptile & Rescue. Learn about what makes them special, from physical chemistry to favorite diets to special abilities.

A drop-in event for all ages.

Outside portico lawn – rain or shine!

Experience the magic of singing in a large group, regardless of your musical ability!

Jessica Henry, CCHS Class of ’19 and Crane School of Music graduate, shows us how to combine our voices in ways that are sure to delight us and fill Cornwall with beautiful sounds.

A drop-in event for ALL AGES – invite your family, friends & neighbors – the more the merrier!

Celebrate the end of a successful Summer Reading Program with this night of fun for the whole family. We’ll have lots of different games and activities outside on the library portico for everyone to enjoy.

A drop-in event for all ages.

Summer is the perfect time to dive into some creative writing. Registration required and opens via the library calendar one week prior to the program.

An informal time to enjoy an old favorite or learn to play something new. We'll provide the games & puzzles. Invite along a friend!

A drop-in event for the whole family. Games geared toward school-age children.

Have some fun creating a sculpture with recycled items. All materials will be provided.

A drop-in event for the whole family.

Bring the kids and build a master-piece!

A drop-in event for the whole family.

by Jory John

Register in person when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.

by Michael Morpurgo

Register in person when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.

by Kelly Barnhill

Register in person when you pick up a copy of the book at the library.

by Sabaa Tahir

The theme this year is "All Together Now." One winner will be chosen on August 9th. The prize? A $25 Amazon gift card.

For contest rules and submission form, please go to the library website.

Test your knowledge of random facts in this fun evening of friendly competition featuring Kahoot! Bring your friends. A drop-in event.

Bring a blanket, snack & your favorite teddy bear (or snuggle friend) and enjoy a live reading by author Loretta Gould. Popular local artist Paul Gould will sketch along for everyone to see while she reads – and you can sketch along on your own too!

A drop-in event for all ages.