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For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

A youth musical jam session! Bring your own instrument (and any power supply/batteries and such) and let’s start making some music! We have an electric piano and a full drum-set on hand. This is an informal, fun way to make music together. Led by Program Coordinator, Laura.

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! Happens in the East Room.

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.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Come do your homework after school with Bard students who will be here to help you!

Hosted by Emma Galley and Manny Williams. Emma is studying literature at Bard College. In her free time she likes to draw and read. She loves working with kids. Manny is a double Studio Arts and Psychology Major at Bard College who enjoys drawing and theatre.

Drop-in or sign up at the desk. All ages. Happens in the East Room.

(*Will not occur: 02/20/19, 03/20/19 and 04/17/19. Series ends on: 05/08/19.)

Special thanks to the Bard Center for Civic Engagement (CCE).

Do you know the difference between a stock and a bond? Or what do NYSE, NASDAQ, and DOW mean? Need help learning about finance? Then, come join host Eric Plump for a bi-weekly seminar and discussion group about the preservation of capital. Topics will include: money management, the stock market, investing, debt management, savings, current finance news, and more. Q & A encouraged.

Eric Plump, has spent 30 years on Wall Street as a Registered Representative where he was a broker in commodities, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. He graduated from Columbia University with a A.B in Economics in 1961.

For adults. Free. No need to sign up, just come by. Happens in the East Room.

(Please note: This is a not an investment advisory session.)

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters. Drop in any time between 10:00am-2:00pm!

$1.00 suggested donation, to go toward the purchase of resource materials for the library collection. Bring a snack to share. Happens in the East Room.

(*Will not occur: 07/04/19 and 11/28/19.)

Come join us and The Bard Center for Civic Engagement in exciting science and art-related workshops. The theme we will be focusing on is food! 4-sessions starting on: Thursday, March 28, 2019 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm:

• 03/28/19: Theme is baking soda.
• 04/04/19: Theme is "The Colors of the Wind": Exploring rainbows and colors.
• 04/11/19: Theme is fruits and vegetables.
• 04/18/19: Theme is TBA...

Hosted by Yuval Elbaz. Yuval is studying Human Rights at Bard College and is interested in making the sciences more tangible through the arts! She has assisted Emma Klement with STEAM workshops in the past.

For all ages. Contact library to register; space is limited. Happens in the East Room.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Join us every 2nd Monday of the month for a friendly game of chess or to learn the fundamentals of this great strategy game! Youth Programming Coordinator, Arobi, will teach you how to play.

Free for all ages and skill levels. Chess sets provided. No experience needed. Just drop in! Happens in the East Room.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

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

(*Will not occur on 02/19/19 and 04/02/19.)

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

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Come do your homework after school with Bard students who will be here to help you!

Hosted by Emma Galley and Manny Williams. Emma is studying literature at Bard College. In her free time she likes to draw and read. She loves working with kids. Manny is a double Studio Arts and Psychology Major at Bard College who enjoys drawing and theatre.

Drop-in or sign up at the desk. All ages. Happens in the East Room.

(*Will not occur: 02/20/19, 03/20/19 and 04/17/19. Series ends on: 05/08/19.)

Special thanks to the Bard Center for Civic Engagement (CCE).

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters. Drop in any time between 10:00am-2:00pm!

$1.00 suggested donation, to go toward the purchase of resource materials for the library collection. Bring a snack to share. Happens in the East Room.

(*Will not occur: 07/04/19 and 11/28/19.)

Come join us and The Bard Center for Civic Engagement in exciting science and art-related workshops. The theme we will be focusing on is food! 4-sessions starting on: Thursday, March 28, 2019 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm:

• 03/28/19: Theme is baking soda.
• 04/04/19: Theme is "The Colors of the Wind": Exploring rainbows and colors.
• 04/11/19: Theme is fruits and vegetables.
• 04/18/19: Theme is TBA...

Hosted by Yuval Elbaz. Yuval is studying Human Rights at Bard College and is interested in making the sciences more tangible through the arts! She has assisted Emma Klement with STEAM workshops in the past.

For all ages. Contact library to register; space is limited. Happens in the East Room.

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 01/03/19). 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. Newcomers are welcome at every meeting! All ages! Happens in the East Room.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

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.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Improve the literacy skills of children through the assistance of Wilson, a certified therapy dog. They can read a book aloud to Wilson to make them more confident in reading.

Children must sign up for 10 minute time slots if they would like to read to Wilson. You can call to sign up with the library.

Free. For elementary to middle school students. Home-schooled students are welcome.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Are you a pre-teen who likes to read? Are you excited to talk to people about what you have read and learned? Then check out our young adult book club. Snacks will be on hand. Led by Adult Program Coordinator, Laura.

This month's title: The Lightning Thief by Rick Riordan

After learning that he is the son of a mortal woman and Poseidon, god of the sea, twelve-year-old Percy is sent to a summer camp for demigods like himself, and joins his new friends on a quest to prevent a war between the gods.

Free. Ages: 9-14. Happens on the third Tuesday of each month in the East Room. Contact library to order title.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

NEW DAYS: Now: Wednesday-Friday, April 17, 18, and 19 @ 1:00pm-3:00pm.

Teens, create a production of the Shakespearean classic, Romeo and Juliet in 3-days with New Genesis Productions.
We will start with a discussion of the play’s themes and issues, finding personal and group connections. We then will take those connections and use them to create inspired and innovative staging. By using the original text we aim to create a modern understanding of these characters.

Props, set, and costumes will be simple and supplied by students and New Genesis Productions.

Free. Ages: 12-17. Contact library to register; space is limited and must commit to full series. Happens on the Third Floor.

New Genesis Productions treats the performing arts as a learning tool–taking a fresh look at Shakespeare classic plays, challenging students to discover a deeper understanding of themselves. NGP creates a supportive environment that promotes collaboration in young actors and fosters a full sense of their value as member of an artistic community. Co-founded by Artistic Director, Lesley Ann Sawhill, she brings years of experience as an actor, director, and teaching artist, designing and applying theatre arts programs in schools and libraries in the Mid-Hudson Valley.

Do you know the difference between a stock and a bond? Or what do NYSE, NASDAQ, and DOW mean? Need help learning about finance? Then, come join host Eric Plump for a bi-weekly seminar and discussion group about the preservation of capital. Topics will include: money management, the stock market, investing, debt management, savings, current finance news, and more. Q & A encouraged.

Eric Plump, has spent 30 years on Wall Street as a Registered Representative where he was a broker in commodities, stocks, bonds, and mutual funds. He graduated from Columbia University with a A.B in Economics in 1961.

For adults. Free. No need to sign up, just come by. Happens in the East Room.

(Please note: This is a not an investment advisory session.)

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Informal weekly social gathering for rug hookers, knitters, crocheters, and all other yarn crafters. Drop in any time between 10:00am-2:00pm!

$1.00 suggested donation, to go toward the purchase of resource materials for the library collection. Bring a snack to share. Happens in the East Room.

(*Will not occur: 07/04/19 and 11/28/19.)

NEW DAYS: Now: Wednesday-Friday, April 17, 18, and 19 @ 1:00pm-3:00pm.

Teens, create a production of the Shakespearean classic, Romeo and Juliet in 3-days with New Genesis Productions.
We will start with a discussion of the play’s themes and issues, finding personal and group connections. We then will take those connections and use them to create inspired and innovative staging. By using the original text we aim to create a modern understanding of these characters.

Props, set, and costumes will be simple and supplied by students and New Genesis Productions.

Free. Ages: 12-17. Contact library to register; space is limited and must commit to full series. Happens on the Third Floor.

New Genesis Productions treats the performing arts as a learning tool–taking a fresh look at Shakespeare classic plays, challenging students to discover a deeper understanding of themselves. NGP creates a supportive environment that promotes collaboration in young actors and fosters a full sense of their value as member of an artistic community. Co-founded by Artistic Director, Lesley Ann Sawhill, she brings years of experience as an actor, director, and teaching artist, designing and applying theatre arts programs in schools and libraries in the Mid-Hudson Valley.

Come join us and The Bard Center for Civic Engagement in exciting science and art-related workshops. The theme we will be focusing on is food! 4-sessions starting on: Thursday, March 28, 2019 @ 4:00pm-5:00pm:

• 03/28/19: Theme is baking soda.
• 04/04/19: Theme is "The Colors of the Wind": Exploring rainbows and colors.
• 04/11/19: Theme is fruits and vegetables.
• 04/18/19: Theme is TBA...

Hosted by Yuval Elbaz. Yuval is studying Human Rights at Bard College and is interested in making the sciences more tangible through the arts! She has assisted Emma Klement with STEAM workshops in the past.

For all ages. Contact library to register; space is limited. Happens in the East Room.

For the month of April 2019, the Tivoli Free Library will waive patron fines if they bring in non-perishable food items. 1 item = $3.00 applied to a patron's account.

• Donations may not be used to pay for lost or damaged library materials.
• Fines are only waived on Tivoli items (donated goods cannot be used to waive fines from other libraries).
• Food items that are open, dented, or expired will not be accepted and must not be left with the library.
• Do not put donations in the drop box. All donations should be made at the Circulation Desk when the library is open.

Patrons who do not have outstanding fines are more than welcome to donate food. Personal care items will also be accepted including: toothpaste, toothbrushes, toilet paper, and feminine hygiene, as well as basic household cleaning products.

All donations will benefit the Red Hook United Methodist Church Food Pantry.

Guess how many Starburst jelly beans and M&M chocolate eggs combined are in the jar!

Winner wins the jar of candy.  (Winner is either the exact amount or the closest to it.)

Only one guess per person in person (no guesses via web/social media).

Write down your guess, include your name, and telephone number.

Contest dates: 04/19/19, 04/20/19, 04/22/19, and 04/23/19 during library hours. Winner will be picked end of the day on Tuesday, 04/23/19.

All ages. Winner need not be present to win. Happens in the library.