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Posted on June 14, 2024 by abattaglia

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!

FREE Tech Labs Webinars

Flyer for Tech Labs on Zoom
April 15th at 6:00 pm Hidden Google Search Tips & Tricks 
April 29th 6:00 pm Learning Library apps
email: columbiacountylibraries@gmail.com for Zoom login

Free Line Dancing Class

Image of a flyer promoting a library class for Free Line Dancing  on Fridays - April 24th & May 1, 8, 15, 22 10:00 AM Free RSVP: 518-851-7120 or email: info@claveracklibrary.org
Join Instructor Mary Ellen Higbee and step into something fun and healthy! Line dancing is a low-impact form of exercise and a great cardiovascular workout. It improves coordination, balance, and muscle tone — all while having a blast to music!

Medicare 101

Image of a flyer promoting a Medicare Introduction Seminar on April 25, 2026 at 10:30 AM at the Claverack Library for people turning 65 or turning 65 in the next year or two.

Local Author Talk

Flyer promoting Local Author Talk
Maryann Proper
Saturday, May 2nd | 2:00 PM
For more info: 518-851-7120 or email: info@claveracklibrary.org
Join us as local author Maryann Proper reads from and discusses her books The Hill: A Story from a Basket Maker’s Daughter and The Hill: Trying Times, and presents the first book in her new and exciting series, Izzy Becker & the Vaudevillians in Disguise. Books will also be available for purchase. 
Maryann grew up in West Taghkanic with her basket-making mother, an experience that inspired her to write stories rooted in living history. She graduated from Columbia-Greene Community College and went on to earn her B.A. in Community and Human Services from Empire State College. She now resides in the Adirondack region with her husband and pets.

Menopause Support Circle

Flyer promoting Menopause Support Circle
Wednesday, May 6th, 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.

Social Security 101

A SOFA (Society for Financial Awareness) Social Security 101  Seminar- Strategies to potentially maximize your Benefits. Critical Filing Strategies Help Minimize Taxes How to decide when to retire 
Workshop Schedule & Location
Wednesday, May 6th 6:00 PM
Claverack Library
For more information or to register: call (833)442-1025 or go online to www.yoursvp.com and enter code: TUYYUC

Drop in Tune Session

FREE Tai Chi and Gentle Yoga

Therapy Dog

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9 Route 9H
P.O. Box 417
Claverack, NY 12513-0417
Phone: 518-851-7120
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Email: info@claveracklibrary.org
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