THIS EVENT IS FULL - REGISTRATION IS CLOSED.

Our popular adult craft teacher, Lorie Lotito instructs a two-part course in creating an artful bird's nest craft that can be hung anywhere in a breezeway, on a porch or kitchen.

In Part 1, you'll mount a pre-crafted bird's nest in a tripod of branches, then distress a clay bird to install within.

In Part 2, students will distress a clay pot, mount the nest tripod inside it and add some easy-care annuals.

Create your own summer terrarium in a blown glass globe with items foraged by instructor, Lorie Lotito, a volunteer with the Cornell Master Gardener Program. Sand, Sea shells and succulent plants... plus your own favorite beach souvenirs can be used, and you'll hang your finished creation from a piece of driftwood beach combed by Lorie, herself.

Max 12 adults. Register at 845 359-2811 or email bkoch@rcls.org.

THIS CLASS IS FULL | A sculptor and master of anatomy who has traveled the world to learn his craft, Chris Raccioppi holds a virtual instruction session with experienced artists to spruce up their knowledge of how to portray the human body's musculature, bones and movement through space. During "normal" times, Chris holds the class in our building, enabling him to mix experienced and inexperienced artists in one class, but the exigencies of the Zoom format have required a choice between the two. We believe that Chris' skills are best utilized helping working artists hone their abilities. The class is full, but we continually monitor it for the rare open space.

THIS CLASS IS FULL | A sculptor and master of anatomy who has traveled the world to learn his craft, Chris Raccioppi holds a virtual instruction session with experienced artists to spruce up their knowledge of how to portray the human body's musculature, bones and movement through space. During "normal" times, Chris holds the class in our building, enabling him to mix experienced and inexperienced artists in one class, but the exigencies of the Zoom format have required a choice between the two. We believe that Chris' skills are best utilized helping working artists hone their abilities. The class is full, but we continually monitor it for the rare open space.

THIS CLASS IS FULL | A sculptor and master of anatomy who has traveled the world to learn his craft, Chris Raccioppi holds a virtual instruction session with experienced artists to spruce up their knowledge of how to portray the human body's musculature, bones and movement through space. During "normal" times, Chris holds the class in our building, enabling him to mix experienced and inexperienced artists in one class, but the exigencies of the Zoom format have required a choice between the two. We believe that Chris' skills are best utilized helping working artists hone their abilities. The class is full, but we continually monitor it for the rare open space.

THIS CLASS IS FULL | A sculptor and master of anatomy who has traveled the world to learn his craft, Chris Raccioppi holds a virtual instruction session with experienced artists to spruce up their knowledge of how to portray the human body's musculature, bones and movement through space. During "normal" times, Chris holds the class in our building, enabling him to mix experienced and inexperienced artists in one class, but the exigencies of the Zoom format have required a choice between the two. We believe that Chris' skills are best utilized helping working artists hone their abilities. The class is full, but we continually monitor it for the rare open space.

THIS CLASS IS FULL | A sculptor and master of anatomy who has traveled the world to learn his craft, Chris Raccioppi holds a virtual instruction session with experienced artists to spruce up their knowledge of how to portray the human body's musculature, bones and movement through space. During "normal" times, Chris holds the class in our building, enabling him to mix experienced and inexperienced artists in one class, but the exigencies of the Zoom format have required a choice between the two. We believe that Chris' skills are best utilized helping working artists hone their abilities. The class is full, but we continually monitor it for the rare open space.

THIS CLASS IS FULL | A sculptor and master of anatomy who has traveled the world to learn his craft, Chris Raccioppi holds a virtual instruction session with experienced artists to spruce up their knowledge of how to portray the human body's musculature, bones and movement through space. During "normal" times, Chris holds the class in our building, enabling him to mix experienced and inexperienced artists in one class, but the exigencies of the Zoom format have required a choice between the two. We believe that Chris' skills are best utilized helping working artists hone their abilities. The class is full, but we continually monitor it for the rare open space.

THIS CLASS IS FULL | A sculptor and master of anatomy who has traveled the world to learn his craft, Chris Raccioppi holds a virtual instruction session with experienced artists to spruce up their knowledge of how to portray the human body's musculature, bones and movement through space. During "normal" times, Chris holds the class in our building, enabling him to mix experienced and inexperienced artists in one class, but the exigencies of the Zoom format have required a choice between the two. We believe that Chris' skills are best utilized helping working artists hone their abilities. The class is full, but we continually monitor it for the rare open space.

Do you struggle through the dark, cold winter months? Blauvelt Clinical Psychotherapist, Joanie Arnold offers ways to gain increased vitality through befriending the winter season. Discover Hygge, the art of coziness; learn rituals that can help you transition through winter, and open yourself to an enjoyment of the outdoors, and all the blessings the season offers.

Email Barry at bkoch@rcls.org or call 845 359-2811 with your email address to receive the Zoom link to this program on Thursday, January 20 at 7 pm.

The Medicare Open enrollment Period runs from October 15 to December 7. A counselor from a HIICAP (Health Insurance Information, counseling and Assistance Program) from the Rockland Office for the Aging will present on pertinent updates for the coming year. It's helpful for those who are newly eligible or will soon become so, and/or are confused about Medicare. A review of available Medicare options will be discussed, along with various financial assistance programs available to Medicare recipients.

Note: time and venue may be changed if other nearby libraries agree to present together.

Meanwhile, call Barry at 845 359-2811 or email bkoch@rcls.org to register for this event, which will be held in person if possible. Otherwise, it will become a phone-in event. Watch this space for the latest info.

UPDATE: This program will present virtually via zoom. Contact Blauvelt, Orangeburg, Piermont or Tappan Libraries to register for the zoom link.

In Blauvelt, call Barry at 845 359-2811 or email bkoch@rcls.org

When uncertainty surrounds us, peace and stability can be sought through meditation. Join Dr. Pawlowski in and exploration of this tried and true method of reducing stress-related responses that you can use anytime, anywhere. It's a great addition to your wellness.

Email blvadultprograms@gmail.com for the link for fhe event link.

Piermont's Betsy Franco Feeney has been a creator of children's books for over 20 years, with emphasis on science related fiction. Learn the challenges and triumphs of creating engaging narratives for kids that also teach, and the importance of including footnotes to help parents answer questions with facts. Betsy will discuss her two award-winning books, Amoeba Hop, based on a song by her friend, Christine Lavin (the comedic folk writer/performer beloved of public radio fans for decades), and Jewels of the Sea, her new, scientifically vetted fiction about discovering diatoms -- jewel-like microorganisms that produce 25% of the oxygen we all breathe.

To register for this zoom program, email blvadultprogams@gmail.com for the link.

Do you see more in your animal's eyes than, "Feed me. Walk me. Pet me."? Do you believe there's a deeper mystery at the heart of the human-animal bond? Susan J. Squittieri, Animal Communicator, will virtually explain how she translates your pet's thoughts and feelings using telepathic and intuitive communication to address food, health and behavioral issues -- and your shared quality of life.

Call Barry at 845 359-2811 or email bkoch@rcls.org to register for the Zoom link.

NOTE: THIS EVENT IS NOT SCHEDULED ON SITE AT THIS TIME. IT MAY BE DONE VIA ZOOM. WE WILL KNOW MORE IN COMING WEEKS HOW THINGS WILL PLAY OUT.

Veterans who have been meeting at the library for an 8-week writing seminar facilitated by David Surface, founder of the Fordham-Westchester Veterans Writing Workshop, will read their stories in front of an audience. All selections are works produced in the seminar and bound together in an anthology available for purchase at the reading.

Refreshments will be served. The Veterans Writing Workshop is a collaborative effort of Fordham-Westchester, Bridges Independent Living and the Blauvelt Free Library, with a grant from the Ramapo-Catskill Library System.  

Behringer Room | Walk-ins are welcome, but we ask you to call Barry at 845 359-2811 to register so we are sure to have enough refreshments on hand

Meet David Surface of Veterans Writing Workshop, who will give an overview of the 8-week writing class that he will present at the library, Mondays at 6:30 pm, starting February 3rd. The course will be available free of charge to all veterans and currently serving service members. The library hopes to attract 12 students for the program.

David will show several short videos (check one out here) and discuss the program so that possible attendees can decide whether to enroll. However, this Info/Q&A meeting should be of interest to anyone who might have a friend or family member who is a veteran and would like to tell Their Story.

Walk-ins are welcome, but if you'd like to phone us at 845 359-2811, or email bkoch@rcls.org we'd love to know you're coming. Refreshments will be served.

The Toastmasters group, which regularly meets on the first and third Mondays of the month, has postponed the December 2nd meeting until the following Monday, December 9th, due to hazardous weather conditions.

Be safe. See you in a week!

Are you considering a move? You may have questions about how to go about it. Local Blauvelt resident and licensed real estate salesperson, Sharon Burke of BHG Rand Realty will answer your questions. Get up-to-date neighborhood news on the market, discuss trends and enjoy an informal evening discussion. Refreshments.

Please register at 845 359-2811 or email bkoch@rcls.org

REGISTRATION CLOSED: EVENT IS FULL (Call if you wish to be added to waiting list): Learn how to use rag rolling, striation and glazing techniques to produce beautiful faux finishes with scenic/decorative artist, Hallie Coletta. Hallie has produced trompe l'oeil effects for residential and commercial clients, as well as the film industry. She is responsible for the clouds in our vestibule and the stucco/wood/aging treatment of our StoryCraft Cottage (Children's Room).

COMMUNITY ROOM

Join Program and PR Manager, Barry Koch, as he welcomes both newcomers and veterans to the art of running a successful yard sale in preparation for our 5th Annual Western Highway Roundup on Saturday and Sunday, May 6th and 7th. Participants are welcome to share their own tips and trade secrets! Choose to attend on one of two dates (Sunday, April 23rd and Tuesday, April 25th).