Good-bye video games, hello "new" fashioned fun. Come play board and card games from the 80s and 90s (and earlier). Play our games or bring your own! It will be totally tubular! "Sponsored" by Tess, Isabel, and Ben. Led by Program Coordinator, Laura.

Perfect for ages 8-12.Happens in the East Room.(Will not occur on: 10/08/18 and 11/12/18.)

Join Miss Penny for reading, singing, and crafting fun!

For preschoolers. Happens in the library and the East Room.

This is a program of simple yet profound exercises taken from the ancient Taoist traditions and Chinese medical system. By coordinating breath and movement in enjoyable, easy to learn patterns and stretches, we move together towards optimum health and well-being, and discover the possibility of a longevity we can enjoy. You will receive support materials, both printed and online links, to support you in an ongoing practice which will continue to unfold and deepen over time.

Class is intended for older adults, 55+. Wear comfortable clothing. Contact library to register; space is limited. Must commit to full series for 6-weeks. Free.

Happens on the Third Floor. (There is an elevator in the rear of the building if needed.)

About the instructor, Celeste Graves MA, C-IAYT: Moving for health has long been Celeste’s personal and professional theme. She holds a masters degree in Dance Therapy from New York University and is also a Certified Yoga Therapist through the prestigious International Association of Yoga Therapists, trained in the Phoenix Rising Method. Over the last decade, as a Board Certified Instructor and Senior Trainer with the Tai Chi for Health Institute, Celeste has been focusing her efforts on Tai Chi and Qigong - particularly with the aging population to which she herself belongs. She travels throughout Ulster County for UCOFA teaching Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. She is delighted to be in Tivoli and Dutchess County for this special Qigong offering, with a “touch of tai chi…”

A youth musical jam session! Bring your own instrument (and any power supply/batteries and such) and let’s start making some music! This is an informal, fun way to make music together. This is not an instructional session; participants should have some skill with their chosen instrument(s). For ages 10-17. No need to sign up, just come by! Led by Program Coordinator, Laura.

Happens on the Third Floor.

Laura has a musical background and has been performing for many years. Her music has taken her to many venues in NYC, the Hudson Valley, and beyond including: CBGB Lounge, Niagara Bar, Otto's Shrunken Head, Colony Cafe, Market Market, Bearsville Theater, plus, she has performed in clubs in France and Germany! She is a self taught, multi-instrumentalist who has been writing and recording music since the late 90s. She has performed and recorded with members of Mercury Rev and a song writer for the Ramones.

Join us for a casual, relaxed evening of Magic: The Gathering, every Tuesday from 6:00pm-7:00pm. Beginners are welcome, and experienced players are welcome as well! Bring your own cards, or play our pre-made decks. If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you. With more experienced players, we hope to draft cube(s) every now and then.

No sign up necessary, just stop by. Questions? Please contact: Arseny Khakhalin (khakhalin[@]bard.edu).
Recommended for teenagers and adults. Happens in the East Room.

Come join us and The Bard Center for Civic Engagement for fun with art and science. Our focus will be on psychological science. 5-week series on Wednesdays starting on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. 

Open to children of all ages and free. Contact library to register! Walk-ins are welcome. Happens in the East Room.


Wednesday, October 3, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Inkblot Test:
We will start by talking about what inkblot tests are used for and who invented them. Each student will then make their own inkblot creation and explain to the rest of the class what they see in the ink.

Wednesday, October 10, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: The Dada Experiment:We will cut up a famous artwork (TBD), each student will receive a singular square of the artwork and they will not know what the full painting looks like. Each student must recreate the specific square they were given. At the end we will paste all of the square together. This experiment teaches children teamwork as well as shows them that not every person is alike, nor do we see things in the same way. This experiment is based off of the Surrealist game in which an artist would sketch something on a piece of the paper and then it would be folded and the next person would draw off of the original piece. In the end we have a team built version of a classic piece.

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: The Human Brain:
This week we will learn about the different portions of the brain and what each does. The children will then make their own brain and fill it with think that make them happy or that they like in the sections of the brain that cause happiness, and vice versa for the parts of the brain that cause pain etc.

Wednesday, October 24, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Symmetry Sit Down:
We have all been told that the more symmetrical we are the more attractive you are, is this true? We will discuss why the human eye prefers symmetry and the children will make a self-portrait out of recyclables, they can choose to focus on a specific feature or not. This activity teaches critical thinking as well as requires them to question what they see, as we do with fine artworks. Secondly, the kids can choose to do a small name/symmetry project which will be explained on the day.

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Halloween Surprise:
There will be a surprise Halloween activity!

Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters. Drop in any time between 10am & 2pm!

$1 suggested donation, to go toward the purchase of resource materials for the library collection.

This is a program of simple yet profound exercises taken from the ancient Taoist traditions and Chinese medical system. By coordinating breath and movement in enjoyable, easy to learn patterns and stretches, we move together towards optimum health and well-being, and discover the possibility of a longevity we can enjoy. You will receive support materials, both printed and online links, to support you in an ongoing practice which will continue to unfold and deepen over time.

Class is intended for older adults, 55+. Wear comfortable clothing. Contact library to register; space is limited. Must commit to full series for 6-weeks. Free.

Happens on the Third Floor. (There is an elevator in the rear of the building if needed.)

About the instructor, Celeste Graves MA, C-IAYT: Moving for health has long been Celeste’s personal and professional theme. She holds a masters degree in Dance Therapy from New York University and is also a Certified Yoga Therapist through the prestigious International Association of Yoga Therapists, trained in the Phoenix Rising Method. Over the last decade, as a Board Certified Instructor and Senior Trainer with the Tai Chi for Health Institute, Celeste has been focusing her efforts on Tai Chi and Qigong - particularly with the aging population to which she herself belongs. She travels throughout Ulster County for UCOFA teaching Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. She is delighted to be in Tivoli and Dutchess County for this special Qigong offering, with a “touch of tai chi…”

Join us for arts and crafts. Each second Tuesday of the month there will be a different craft or art project. Or, just come and make up your own craft/art project! Materials provided. Perfect for 5-10 yos. No need to sign-up, just come by! Led by Program Coordinator, Laura.

Laura has a BFA in Graphic Design from SUNY New Paltz. She enjoys working with paper and collage. She also is a painter who has exhibited her work in galleries in Woodstock and Kingston, NY.

Join us for a casual, relaxed evening of Magic: The Gathering, every Tuesday from 6:00pm-7:00pm. Beginners are welcome, and experienced players are welcome as well! Bring your own cards, or play our pre-made decks. If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you. With more experienced players, we hope to draft cube(s) every now and then.

No sign up necessary, just stop by. Questions? Please contact: Arseny Khakhalin (khakhalin[@]bard.edu).
Recommended for teenagers and adults. Happens in the East Room.

Come join us and The Bard Center for Civic Engagement for fun with art and science. Our focus will be on psychological science. 5-week series on Wednesdays starting on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. 

Open to children of all ages and free. Contact library to register! Walk-ins are welcome. Happens in the East Room.


Wednesday, October 3, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Inkblot Test:
We will start by talking about what inkblot tests are used for and who invented them. Each student will then make their own inkblot creation and explain to the rest of the class what they see in the ink.

Wednesday, October 10, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: The Dada Experiment:We will cut up a famous artwork (TBD), each student will receive a singular square of the artwork and they will not know what the full painting looks like. Each student must recreate the specific square they were given. At the end we will paste all of the square together. This experiment teaches children teamwork as well as shows them that not every person is alike, nor do we see things in the same way. This experiment is based off of the Surrealist game in which an artist would sketch something on a piece of the paper and then it would be folded and the next person would draw off of the original piece. In the end we have a team built version of a classic piece.

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: The Human Brain:
This week we will learn about the different portions of the brain and what each does. The children will then make their own brain and fill it with think that make them happy or that they like in the sections of the brain that cause happiness, and vice versa for the parts of the brain that cause pain etc.

Wednesday, October 24, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Symmetry Sit Down:
We have all been told that the more symmetrical we are the more attractive you are, is this true? We will discuss why the human eye prefers symmetry and the children will make a self-portrait out of recyclables, they can choose to focus on a specific feature or not. This activity teaches critical thinking as well as requires them to question what they see, as we do with fine artworks. Secondly, the kids can choose to do a small name/symmetry project which will be explained on the day.

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Halloween Surprise:
There will be a surprise Halloween activity!

Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters. Drop in any time between 10am & 2pm!

$1 suggested donation, to go toward the purchase of resource materials for the library collection.

Are you a seasoned tarot reader or just interested in learning about tarot cards? Join us for Tarot Club on every other Thursday (starting on 12/07/17). Come to this fun, informal gathering to explore all aspects of tarot: the Major and Minor Arcana, different deck types, spreads, and more. Bring a favorite deck if you have one.

Tarot club will be led by Sabra Margaret. Sabra is a Reiki Master and intuitive. She has been reading tarot for over a decade.

This is not a tarot reading session! No need to sign-up, just come by. All ages! Newcomers are welcome at every meeting! Happens in the East Room.

Calling all Gardenteers! Help us maintain the Tivoli Library's garden plot. We will have some tools on hand. Come hang out and garden with us. Meet up at the Community Garden in Memorial Park on the 2nd and 4th Fridays of the month until end of October. If the weather is unsavoury, we will not meet.

Make sure you dress appropriately, stay hydrated, and cover up for the sun!

Come make friendship bracelets for you and your friends! Hosted by Library Clerk, Arobi.

For all ages. Contact library to register. Drop-ins are welcome. Materials provided. Happens in the East Room.

Good-bye video games, hello "new" fashioned fun. Come play board and card games from the 80s and 90s (and earlier). Play our games or bring your own! It will be totally tubular! "Sponsored" by Tess, Isabel, and Ben. Led by Program Coordinator, Laura.

Perfect for ages 8-12.Happens in the East Room.(Will not occur on: 10/08/18 and 11/12/18.)

Join Miss Penny for reading, singing, and crafting fun!

For preschoolers. Happens in the library and the East Room.

This is a program of simple yet profound exercises taken from the ancient Taoist traditions and Chinese medical system. By coordinating breath and movement in enjoyable, easy to learn patterns and stretches, we move together towards optimum health and well-being, and discover the possibility of a longevity we can enjoy. You will receive support materials, both printed and online links, to support you in an ongoing practice which will continue to unfold and deepen over time.

Class is intended for older adults, 55+. Wear comfortable clothing. Contact library to register; space is limited. Must commit to full series for 6-weeks. Free.

Happens on the Third Floor. (There is an elevator in the rear of the building if needed.)

About the instructor, Celeste Graves MA, C-IAYT: Moving for health has long been Celeste’s personal and professional theme. She holds a masters degree in Dance Therapy from New York University and is also a Certified Yoga Therapist through the prestigious International Association of Yoga Therapists, trained in the Phoenix Rising Method. Over the last decade, as a Board Certified Instructor and Senior Trainer with the Tai Chi for Health Institute, Celeste has been focusing her efforts on Tai Chi and Qigong - particularly with the aging population to which she herself belongs. She travels throughout Ulster County for UCOFA teaching Tai Chi for Arthritis and Fall Prevention. She is delighted to be in Tivoli and Dutchess County for this special Qigong offering, with a “touch of tai chi…”

Join us for a casual, relaxed evening of Magic: The Gathering, every Tuesday from 6:00pm-7:00pm. Beginners are welcome, and experienced players are welcome as well! Bring your own cards, or play our pre-made decks. If you don't know how to play, we'll teach you. With more experienced players, we hope to draft cube(s) every now and then.

No sign up necessary, just stop by. Questions? Please contact: Arseny Khakhalin (khakhalin[@]bard.edu).
Recommended for teenagers and adults. Happens in the East Room.

Come join us and The Bard Center for Civic Engagement for fun with art and science. Our focus will be on psychological science. 5-week series on Wednesdays starting on Wednesday, October 3, 2018. 

Open to children of all ages and free. Contact library to register! Walk-ins are welcome. Happens in the East Room.


Wednesday, October 3, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Inkblot Test:
We will start by talking about what inkblot tests are used for and who invented them. Each student will then make their own inkblot creation and explain to the rest of the class what they see in the ink.

Wednesday, October 10, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: The Dada Experiment:We will cut up a famous artwork (TBD), each student will receive a singular square of the artwork and they will not know what the full painting looks like. Each student must recreate the specific square they were given. At the end we will paste all of the square together. This experiment teaches children teamwork as well as shows them that not every person is alike, nor do we see things in the same way. This experiment is based off of the Surrealist game in which an artist would sketch something on a piece of the paper and then it would be folded and the next person would draw off of the original piece. In the end we have a team built version of a classic piece.

Wednesday, October 17, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: The Human Brain:
This week we will learn about the different portions of the brain and what each does. The children will then make their own brain and fill it with think that make them happy or that they like in the sections of the brain that cause happiness, and vice versa for the parts of the brain that cause pain etc.

Wednesday, October 24, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Symmetry Sit Down:
We have all been told that the more symmetrical we are the more attractive you are, is this true? We will discuss why the human eye prefers symmetry and the children will make a self-portrait out of recyclables, they can choose to focus on a specific feature or not. This activity teaches critical thinking as well as requires them to question what they see, as we do with fine artworks. Secondly, the kids can choose to do a small name/symmetry project which will be explained on the day.

Wednesday, October 31, 2018 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm: Halloween Surprise:
There will be a surprise Halloween activity!

Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters. Drop in any time between 10am & 2pm!

$1 suggested donation, to go toward the purchase of resource materials for the library collection.