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Posted on June 14, 2024 by abattaglia

Red Cross Blood Drive

American Red Cross Blood Drive
Saturday, July 18th, 2026
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
629 NY - 23B, Claverack 12513 (Community Room)
To schedule an appointment, please contact the American Red Cross at 1-800-RED-CROSS, visit redcrossblood.org, or, download the free Blood Donor App. Use Sponsor Code: CLAVERACK
Come give blood July 13th - July 31st for a Fandango Movie Reward by email to see a movie on us! rcblood.org/july
1-800-RED-CROSS | 1-800-733-2767 | redcrossblood.org | Download the Blood Donor App

Author Talk

AUTHOR TALK & BOOK SIGNING
LITA MOSES
AUTHOR OF
The Red Hotel:
Tribute to a Lost World
July 18th | 2:00 PM
To RSVP: 518-851-7120 or
email: info@claveracklibrary.org
Join us for an author talk with Lita Moses, author of The Red Hotel. Moses will be joined by her son as they discuss this engaging memoir of her childhood at Arrowhead Lodge, a left-wing, Borscht Belt-style Catskills resort run by her parents.

Through personal stories and vivid recollections, The Red Hotel captures a fascinating chapter of Catskills history, exploring the vibrant community, political ideals, and unique culture of the progressive, Jewish-owned resorts that once flourished in the region.

Copies of the book will be available for purchase and signing.

Meeting Change Notice

Meeting Date Change Notice:
Please note that the July meeting of the Claverack Free Library Board of Trustees has been rescheduled.

Original Date: Thursday, July 16, 2026, at 6:00 PM

Rescheduled Date: Thursday, July 23, 2026, at 6:00 PM

The meeting is open to the public.

Summer Spinning

Summer Spinning at the Library
Mondays - July 6th through August 31st | 1:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us on Mondays throughout the summer from 1:00–3:00 PM for an informal spinning gathering!

Bring your spinning wheel or drop spindle and enjoy an afternoon of fiber arts, conversation, and community.

All skill levels are welcome—come spin with us and join the fun!
For more info: 518-851-7120 or email: info@claveracklibrary.org

Free Line Dancing Class

Line Dancing
Fridays - July 24th, 31st
August 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
10:00 AM | Free!
RSVP: 518-851-7120 or email: info@claveracklibrary.org
Get moving with instructor Mary Ellen Higbee!
Line dancing is a fun, low-impact way to stay active, improve coordination and balance, build muscle tone, and enjoy a great cardiovascular workout. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced dancer, you'll have
a blast dancing to lively music and learning new steps.

Photography Exhibit

Columbia County Photography Club
Celebration of America
Marilyn and Bob Laurie Gallery
Opening Reception Wednesday July 15th 2026 | 5:00 PM
Claverack Free Library 629 Route 23B Claverack NY 12513 518-851-7120

Digital Navigator

Let's Get Connected!
Digital Navigators of the Hudson Valley
Get FREE support for your tech needs.
NOW AVAILABLE
Free Tech Support Help
Need help with technology? The Claverack Library now offers Digital Navigator services! Get one-on-one assistance with job searching, setting up email accounts, smartphone troubleshooting, social media, using search engines, accessing library digital resources, and completing online forms, including government forms and applications. We can also connect you with resources for affordable technology and device repairs.

To schedule an appointment with our Digital Navigator, call the library at 518-851-7120, email us: info@claveracklibrary.org or stop by the circulation desk during library hours. As community needs arise, we will continue to expand the services and resources we offer—stay tuned for more!

Book Donations

Flyer explaining that book donations will open soon on 4/18/26 -
Book Donations will be accepted on:
Saturdays 10:00 to Noon
and by appointment
518-851-7120 or info@claveracklibrary.org
We CANNOT Accept:
Textbooks
VHS Tapes
Vinyl Records
Travel books prior to 2020
Technical books or manuals
Magazines
Self-help books
Cassette Tapes
Encyclopedias
National Geographic
Reader's Digest Condensed Books (or similar)
Books with mold, odors, mildew or have been exposed to pest infestations.
We Accept:
Books in good condition
Rare and collectible books
DVDs & Blu-Ray discs
Music CDs
Audiobook CDs
Thank You!

Summer Reading Programs

Summer at the Library
Reading Challenge and Saturday Programs
Click on the flyer to be directed to the Saturday Summer Programs Lineup

Book to Film

Book to Film
Monday, July 20th, 2026

3:00 PM Movie Screening
5:00 PM Book Discussion

Join us at the Claverack Library for a FREE movie screening

Book discussion after the movie will be held in-person and on Zoom at the library. Everyone is welcome!

July Book
Nightmare Alley by by William Lindsay Gresham

July Movie

Nightmare Alley
Directed by
Edmund Golding

Books and movies are available through the
Mid-Hudson Library System, and Libby.

Artistic Hand Stitiching

Artistic Hand Stitching: Mapping Memories

Two Saturdays, July 25th & August 8th | 10:30 a.m.
Suitable for ages 16 - Adult - Class size is very limited, registration is a must. 518-851-7120 or email: info@claveracklibrary.org

This two-part workshop invites participants to use simple embroidery stitches, fabric, thread, and mixed materials to create a small textile artwork inspired by meaningful places, journeys, and personal memories.

Materials will be provided, though participants are encouraged to bring fabric, thread, or personal mementos they wish to incorporate into their work.

This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Regrant Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of The Office
of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by CREATE Council on the Arts.

Webinar: Unearthing Early American Records

To get registration link email: info@claveracklibrary.org

Webinar: Unearthing Early American Records
A virtual history webinar with accredited genealogist Sarah Gutmann
Monday, July 27th 6-7 pm
more info:hudsonarealibrary.org or info@hudsonarealibrary.org

Gelatin Printing

Introduction to Gelatin Printing
Saturday, August 1st 10:00 to 1:00 pm
Space is VERY limited, RSVP is a required.
518-851-7120 or email: info@claveracklibrary.org
Discover the creative possibilities of gelatin printing, a fun and accessible alternative printmaking process. Learn how to create
one-of-a-kind monotype prints on paper using a reusable gelatin printing surface. This versatile technique lends itself to playful experimentation with layers of color, texture, stencils, and found objects, and is easy to recreate at home. All materials are provided. We recommend wearing old clothes.
This project is made possible with funds from the Statewide Community Re-grant Program, a re-grant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of The Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by CREATE Council on the Arts.

Jazz Concert

The Two of Us productions Jazz Concert at the Claverack Library
Friday August 21st, 2026 7:00 to 9pm
Tickets: $5 or pay what you will
Connie Lopez (Vocals)
Mike Ragaini (drums)
Bill Beveridge (keyboard)
Marla Eglowstein (bass)
Steve Sanborn (woodwinds)
Nik Vanderoof (trombine)
Ed Newel (guitar)

These in-demand aria musicians bring the american songbook, Latin & Bossa Nova tunesplus classic rock to the Claverack Library.

FREE Tai Chi and Gentle Yoga

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9 Route 9H
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Claverack, NY 12513-0417
Phone: 518-851-7120
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Email: info@claveracklibrary.org

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