Events

Drawing in the Garden Series with Donna Calcavecchio

1:30-3:30 Activity Room and Quiet Room

Every other Monday through December 2 .

*Please note Drawing in the Garden will be held in the Quiet Room October 7, November 4, and December 2 and in our Activity Room October 21 & November 18

Join Donna Calcavecchio every other Monday afternoon in our lovely pollinator garden. Practice the fundamentals of drawing flowers, leaves, twigs, buds and bugs as you focus & hone your observational skills. Keep a journal of the changes in the garden as the season progresses through summer, and fall. Learn about botanical drawing and nature journaling as you practice drawing flowers, foliage and pollinators in our pollinator Garden. Create a sketchbook/journal, documenting your observations of the various plants and the pollinators that they attract.

This series started in May and continues through the growing season into Fall. Registration is currently full.

Mindful Self-Compassion: Opening a Pathway to a Kind and Caring Heart with Stephanie Speer

Monday, December 2, 2-3:30pm

Activity Room

This experiential program is an opportunity to explore the principles and practices of mindful self-compassion. We begin by recognizing that “I am both the comforter, and the one in need of comfort.” By turning compassion inward, we are kind and understanding rather than harshly self-critical. Upon acknowledging our current struggles, sufferings, and sorrows, we can then give ourselves support and encouragement. Research has indicated that by integrating mindful self-compassion practices into our daily lives, we strengthen our resiliency, and improve our mental and physical well-being.

Writers Group 2 meets every other Monday, in the Activity Room from 4-6:30

Group 2:
June 10 &24
4:00-6:30pm in the Activity Room

Two separate writers’ groups meet on alternate Mondays at the library in the Activity room, with a maximum of 10 participants in each group. This program is designed for those who are actively writing and publishing work and who want to participate in a structured critical feedback process.

To inquire about joining the group email Cathy Arra

Every Tuesday
at 10am in the Activity Room

Join us for Mahjong Tuesdays and Fridays from 10-12 in the Activity Room. All levels of players are welcome

Come join in the fun!

Once again, the library is happy to offer hour-long, after-work yoga classes each Wednesday of November. Classes will be held at the Municipal Center, 1925 Lucas Ave. in Cottekill (old Rosendale School).

We will be in the cafeteria (formerly the Blackboard Bistro) or on the lawn above the playground, weather permitting. These classes will be taught by Laura Brown and we are thrilled to be working with her. Registration for this event will open on November 27.

Wednesday, December 4 , 5:30-6:30

This adorable duo delight preschoolers with stories, songs and crafts during their storytimes 

October 24, November 7 & 21,  December 5, 12, 19

10:00 – 11:00 in the children’s room!

Register by visiting our online calendar at www.stoneridgelibrary.org,

Canasta

Fridays from 10-12

Registration Required

The Library is adding Canasta to our group game offerings. Join our volunteer Jane to learn how to play this card game. Canasta is a for or rumme that uses two full card decks.Players or partnerships try to meld groups of two or three cards of the same rank and score bonuses for 7-card melds. The first player or partnership to hit 5000 points wins! Beginners are welcome but we have limited registration.

After Hours Game Night at the Library for ages 15 to adult. Join us for an evening of fun! Snacks provided.  Doors will open at 6pm and close at 6:15pm to get the games rolling, so be on time! Registration is limited.

The Stone Ridge Library Knitters meet every Saturday morning from 10am – 12noon. All ages and experience levels can join us and drop-in knitters are also welcome. We each bring our own supplies and do our own work, but one of the best things about us is that whatever obstacle or confusion you might encounter, you’re likely to receive as much comment and advice as you need to get where you’re going with a project.

The Writers Group 1 meets every other Monday from 4-6:30 in the Activity Room.

Group 1:

4:00-6:30pm in the Activity Room

Two separate writers’ groups meet on alternate Mondays at the library in the Activity room, with a maximum of 10 participants in each group. This program is designed for those who are actively writing and publishing work and who want to participate in a structured critical feedback process.

To inquire about joining the group email Cathy Arra

Every Tuesday
at 10am in the Activity Room

Join us for Mahjong Tuesdays and Fridays from 10-12 in the Activity Room. All levels of players are welcome

Come join in the fun!

Tuesday, December 10

1-3pm Activity Room

You bring in your own holiday cards, address book and postage stamps. We will have sponges to ease sealing envelopes, cute holiday ink stamps and stickers for envelopes.

And cookies…did we mention cookies and coffee and hot chocolate. We will also have extra cards available to fill out and add to the Rondout Valley Food Pantry holiday baskets.

No registration necessary.

Tea Time Book Group meets the second Wednesday of the month at 1pm in the Activity Room.

For more information contact: programs@stoneridgelibrary.org

Wednesday, December 11        3:30-4:30 

children ages 5-15

Join us for our annual holiday story hour:  stories, snacks, and crafts. 

The program is suitable for all ages and all faiths, a time of joy and celebration.

Register by visiting our online calendar at www.stoneridgelibrary.org