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Posted on June 14, 2024 by abattaglia

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Book It! 2026
5K Run/Walk
When libraries join together everyone is a winner!
Thank you to our Sponsors!
JTS Mowing LLC
ME Engineering
Meltz Lumber – Mellenville
Philmont Public House
Herrington’s
Speed’s Garage
Kinderhook Toyota
Talbott & Arding & Co LLC
McCagg Excavating
A. Colarusso & Son, Inc
Valley Energy
Claverack Package Store
Scarecrow Farm
Hawthorne Valley Farm Store
Hannaford
Ronsani Brothers
ShopRite
Churchtown Fire Community Support Co.
AB Shaw Fire Company
Philmont Fire Company
Columbia County Sheriff’s Office

Save the Date!

Claverack Free Library Cookbook Festival. Image of shelves with books, a cat and an owl. Thousands of gently used and new cookbooks at great prices! Come shop, sip, and eat with fellow cookbook lovers! All proceeds benefit the Claverack Free Library. June 27 - 28, 12-5 at the Churchtown Firehouse, 2219 Co Rte 27, Hudson, NY

Webinar: Tech Labs

Flyer for Tech Labs on Zoom presented by Columbia County Libraries Association
Learning Library Apps
June3, 6:00 PM
Learn what library apps are and how to use Libby, Hoopla, Kanopy, and Blackstone to access digital books, movies and more.

Generative AI
June 24, 6:00 pm
A beginner friendly session introducing generative AI, what it can do, and practical ways to use it in everyday life.
For Zoom login info, email columbiacountylibraries@gmail.com
Labs are FREE to ALL AGES for more information go to columbiacountylibraries.org

Webinar: Wartime Refugee Crisis in the Hudson Valley, 1754-1763

A Flyer promoting a Webinar:
Wartime Refugee Crisis in the Hudson Valley, 1754-1763
A Virtual Leisler Lecture with Tom Arne Midtrod, Ph.D.
Thursday, June 4th, 6-7:30 pm
more info: historyroom.hudsonarealibrary.org
presented by the Columbia County Library Association, Hudson Area and The Jacob Leisler Library Lectures.
The Jacob Leisler Library Lectures are made partially possible through the generous support of the Van Dyke Family Foundation, HRBT Foundation, and Bank of Greene County Charitable Foundation. This program is a partnership with Columbia County Libraries Association.

Menopause Support Circle

The Sweet Spot
Menopause Support Circle
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 | 5:30 PM
For more info: 518-851-7120 or email: info@claveracklibrary.org
At “The Sweet Spot” our mission is to create a safe and supportive environment where women can openly discuss, learn and raise awareness about menopause. Through engaging discussions, educational guidance, and expert guest speakers, we aim to empower women with the knowledge and resources to navigate this stage of life confidently. This program is free to attend.
Light refreshments will be served.
Support
Understanding
Empowerment
Well Being

MAY/JUNE Food Pantry

A Flyer promoting the May/June Food Pantry Collection Items
Food Pantry Needs
Town of Claverack
May/June
Drop off: Claverack Free Library during Library Hours
Napkins
Mac & Cheese
Pasta/Sauce
Beans (cans)
Chicken in can
Rice sides
Potato sides
Jelly or Jam
Fruit (cans)
Juice Boxes
Pudding Packs
Fruit Packs
Snacks - raisins (little boxes)
Cookies
Soap Bars
Thank you!
PLEASE NO:
Expired Foods. open containers, prepared foods, medicines, or supplements.
Take what you need, leave what you can.
The Friends are collecting donations all year!

Live Production of The Minutes by Tracy Letts

The Two of Us Productions in collaboration with Claverack Library & Rare Inc. present:
The Minutes by Tracy Letts
June 12th & 13th 7:30 PM
June 14th 3:00 PM
June 19th & 20th 7:30 PM
June 21st 3:00 pm
Performances at Claverack Library NY 23B, Claverack NY 12513
$20 Adults
$15 Students/Seniors
Please call for Groups
www.thetwoofusproducttions.org
518-771-1003

Fiber Arts Circle

Fiber Arts Circle
Mondays and Wednesdays 1:00 to 3:00 PM
Join us at the library for creativity, conversation, and community! Bring your knitting, crocheting, sewing, embroidery, — or whatever fiber art you love.
All ages and skill levels are welcome.
*And starting July 6th and all summer long, on Mondays, we’ll be spinning in the gallery—bring your wheel or drop spindle and pop in and spin with us!

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!

Drop in Tune Session

FREE Tai Chi and Gentle Yoga

Therapy Dog

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9 Route 9H
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Claverack, NY 12513-0417
Phone: 518-851-7120
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