Upcoming Programs
Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Starr Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Thursday, Oct. 1, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Fireside Chat with Former Harris & Clinton Senior Advisor Opal Vadhan
5:15-7pm Fireside Chat with Former Harris & Clinton Senior Advisor Opal Vadhan Thursday, Oct. 1, 5:15-7pm![]() Upstate Films, Starr Cinema The Clinton Community Library is proud to present Conversations, a brand new guest speaker series featuring a variety of notable public figures and engaging global voices. For our inaugural event, we're thrilled to host Opal Vadhan, former Senior Advisor to former Vice President Kamala...read more
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Chair Yoga with Barbara Eichin
10:15-11:15am
The Being Together Project
1-3pm The Being Together Project Friday, Oct. 2, 1-3pm![]() Community Room Are you caring for a spouse or parent who is experiencing cognitive change? Are you overwhelmed, exhausted, and can’t remember the last time you had fun? Stop by with your loved one to learn about this dynamic program of uplifting activities and good times that you can share. Our m...read more
Brain Games
1-2:30pm |
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CANCELLED: Nonviolent Communication Workshop with Gail McManus
10:30am-1:30pm CANCELLED: Nonviolent Communication Workshop with Gail McManus Saturday, Oct. 3, 10:30am-1:30pm![]() Community Room Gail McManus, Communications Counselor and Mediator, will walk us through the basics of Nonviolent Communication (NVC) techniques in this three-hour introduction to Marshall Rosenberg’s practical skills and tools. The poet/philosopher Rumi wrote, “Out beyond ideas of wrongdoing, and...read more
Teen Tech Support
1-3PM Teen Tech Support Saturday, Oct. 3, 1-3PM![]() Thompson Wing Come meet with our in-house, tech-savvy teens for personal one-on-one technology instruction.They can help you:- learn how to use FaceTime, Zoom, Instagram, FaceBook- sign-up for your booster shots and Excelsior Pass- access on-line content like magazines, books, podcasts, and audiobooks- set-up str...read more
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Friends Book Donation Drop-Off Hours
10am-12pm
Rhinebeck Sitting Group Insight Meditation
2-4pm Rhinebeck Sitting Group Insight Meditation Sunday, Oct. 4, 2-4pm![]() Community Room Join us the first Sunday of every month for a peer-to-peer insight meditation session. Members of this group have practiced meditation for many years and are delighted to share their experience with others. These sessions are always free and open to everyone, but donations to support the librar...read more
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Starr Stitchers
10am-1pm Starr Stitchers Monday, Oct. 5, 10am-1pmMary Frazer Room Starr Stitchers meet at the Starr Library the 1st and 3rd Mondays of every month from 10 am to 1 pm. A stitcher is anyone who does any or many types of embroidery and needlework, from beginner to advanced. Welcome all stitchers!
Connect & Play
10:30-11:30am Connect & Play Monday, Oct. 5, 10:30-11:30am![]() Community Room Join Jane Korn and other parents, caregivers, and children (ages 3 mo-4 yrs) for a child play group at the library downstairs in our community room! This is an opportunity for parents to connect and share ideas while their young ones interact, play and grow. Registration is required each w...read more
Starr Tech Voyager: Understanding AI
3-4:30pm Starr Tech Voyager: Understanding AI Monday, Oct. 5, 3-4:30pm![]() Community Room It's time to discuss AI. What is it? How is it transforming our world? How do you use it? What's wrong with it? Big questions, practical applications, and everything in between. This will be a multi-part series. Co-led by Bard LLI's technology expert Collin Lovas and librarian Michelle M...read more
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Tuesday, Oct. 6, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Story Time with Robbie
10:15-11:15am
Table Tennis Tuesdays
3:30-5:30pm Table Tennis Tuesdays Tuesday, Oct. 6, 3:30-5:30pm ![]() Community Room Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play. Now weekly! Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play.
Super Lego Hour
4-5pm
PR/Communications Committee
6:00 - 7:30pm PR/Communications Committee Tuesday, Oct. 6, 6:00 - 7:30pmMary Frazer Room -->
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Music & Movement with Terry Watson
10:30-11:15am Music & Movement with Terry Watson Wednesday, Oct. 7, 10:30-11:15am![]() Community Room Now weekly and on a new day! Licensed music therapist Terry Watson delights with songs, chants, puppetry, instruments, storytelling and movement/dance with a focus on child development and early literacy. Sessions are geared toward children 0-4 years old with their caregivers or parents. P...read more
Scrabble Club
11:30am-1:30pm
Friends Book Donation Drop-Off Hours
12-2pm
Nerds at Nite Game Nite
7-9pm Nerds at Nite Game Nite Wednesday, Oct. 7, 7-9pm![]() Community Room Nerds at Nite is an adult (17+) gaming group that meets twice a month to play board games of all types, including Chronology, Tsuro, Point City, Splendor, and many other tabletop games (that can be played in under 2 hours). Attendees are welcome to bring games to share, but it's not required for...read more
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Thursday, Oct. 8, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
The Laughing Stocks: Investment & Finance Discussion Group
5-6:30pm The Laughing Stocks: Investment & Finance Discussion Group Thursday, Oct. 8, 5-6:30pm![]() Mary Frazer Room This group is for anyone interested in learning more or sharing wisdom about investing. Everyone has something to contribute and can suggest some areas they want to explore. We are not experts, nor teachers, but will freely share our experiences. We will start with a questionnaire and choose a topic...read more
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Chair Yoga with Barbara Eichin
10:15-11:15am
All Abilities Story and Craft Program with the Anderson Center
1-2pm
Brain Games
1-2:30pm |
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Teen Tech Support
1-3PM Teen Tech Support Saturday, Oct. 10, 1-3PM![]() Thompson Wing Come meet with our in-house, tech-savvy teens for personal one-on-one technology instruction.They can help you:- learn how to use FaceTime, Zoom, Instagram, FaceBook- sign-up for your booster shots and Excelsior Pass- access on-line content like magazines, books, podcasts, and audiobooks- set-up str...read more
Spooky Halloween Storytime & Craft
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Mysteries Around the World Book Club: Defending Jacob by William Landay
1-2pm Mysteries Around the World Book Club: Defending Jacob by William Landay Monday, Oct. 12, 1-2pmMary Frazer Room |
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Tuesday, Oct. 13, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Story Time with Robbie
10:15-11:15am
Table Tennis Tuesdays
3:30-5:30pm Table Tennis Tuesdays Tuesday, Oct. 13, 3:30-5:30pm ![]() Community Room Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play. Now weekly! Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play.
Super Lego Hour
4-5pm
Starr Supper Club: Beer for Oktoberfest!
5-6:30PM Starr Supper Club: Beer for Oktoberfest! Tuesday, Oct. 13, 5-6:30PM![]() Mary Frazer Room In honor of Oktoberfest the Starr Supper Club will be celebrating foods that incorporate beer. So whether it's beer-battered fish tacos, stout beef stew, cheddar-dill-and-ale bread, or dark chocolate porter brownies, we'll have a table full of tasty treats and a room full of fun foodie...read more
Offline Club!
7-9pm Offline Club! Tuesday, Oct. 13, 7-9pm![]() Community Room Looking for a new hobby that helps you take a break from screens and the daily grind? Check your phone at the door and bring a quiet activity to the library for this low-key hangout with like-minded people.Pick up a new hobby or create space to do the thing you never have enough time for. Contr...read more
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Music & Movement with Terry Watson
10:30-11:15am Music & Movement with Terry Watson Wednesday, Oct. 14, 10:30-11:15am![]() Community Room Now weekly and on a new day! Licensed music therapist Terry Watson delights with songs, chants, puppetry, instruments, storytelling and movement/dance with a focus on child development and early literacy. Sessions are geared toward children 0-4 years old with their caregivers or parents. P...read more
Scrabble Club
11:30am-1:30pm
Fundraising Committee
12-1:30pm Fundraising Committee Wednesday, Oct. 14, 12-1:30pmMary Frazer Room Library Fundraising Committee
Navigating Medicare
4-5pm Navigating Medicare Wednesday, Oct. 14, 4-5pm![]() Mary Frazer Room Health Insurance Information, Counseling and Assistance Program (HIICAP) volunteers are your free local source for impartial, unbiased information about Medicare, supplemental policies, Medicare Advantage Programs and Prescription Coverage. Navigating Medicare will provide you with an overview of Me...read more
Optical Illusion Paper Crafts!
4-5pm Optical Illusion Paper Crafts! Wednesday, Oct. 14, 4-5pm![]() Upstairs Children's Wing Join kids programmer Karen for some afterschool paper crafts, exploring the art of optical illusion and infinity loops! The crafts require precise paper-cutting, gluing, and coloring, so please keep that in mind if you are attending with children under 7 years old. All ages welcome, but caretakers m...read more
Finance Committee
3:30 - 5 pm Finance Committee Wednesday, Oct. 14, 3:30 - 5 pm(Wednesdays, April 15, June 17, October 14, 5:00 - 6:30 pm) Mary Frazer Room
Center for Performance Arts Rbk Meeting
5:30-9pm Center for Performance Arts Rbk Meeting Wednesday, Oct. 14, 5:30-9pmCommunity Room |
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Thursday, Oct. 15, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Good Vibrations: Guided Sound Meditation with Anna Kaselis
10:30am-11:15am
Rhinebeck Historical Society Meeting
3:30-6pm Rhinebeck Historical Society Meeting Thursday, Oct. 15, 3:30-6pmMary Frazer Room
Starr Library Album Club: "Minute by Minute” - The Doobie Brothers (1978)
6:30-8pm Starr Library Album Club: "Minute by Minute” - The Doobie Brothers (1978) Thursday, Oct. 15, 6:30-8pm![]() Mary Frazer Room A rock and roll biker band in the process of morphing into what would become “Yacht Rock” and define the AOR sound for the next decade. Interested in more backstory, music history, and additional reading, listening, and watching? Click here to subscribe to the Album Club's Substack!&...read more
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Chair Yoga with Barbara Eichin
10:15-11:15am
Fall Seed & Houseplant Swap
11am-1pm Fall Seed & Houseplant Swap Friday, Oct. 16, 11am-1pm![]() Outside Calling all plant lovers! Do you have a cutting of a houseplant or seeds you’ve harvested from your garden that you’d like to share with others? Come browse what folks bring in to share and leave with something new to add to your collection! Drop in anytime between 11am and 1pm! Ple...read more
MVP Healthcare Information Session
11am-12pm MVP Healthcare Information Session Friday, Oct. 16, 11am-12pmUpstairs Children's Wing
Brain Games
1-2:30pm |
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How to Make a Concertina Book with Ruby Silvious
11am-1pm How to Make a Concertina Book with Ruby Silvious Saturday, Oct. 17, 11am-1pm![]() Community Room Explore the unique structure of an accordion book and its creative possibilities for storytelling, collage, and other artistic expressions. Using a single piece of cardstock, participants will create multiple panels/pages by folding the strip into an accordion or zigzag shape, allowing for continuou...read more
Teen Tech Support
1-3PM Teen Tech Support Saturday, Oct. 17, 1-3PM![]() Thompson Wing Come meet with our in-house, tech-savvy teens for personal one-on-one technology instruction.They can help you:- learn how to use FaceTime, Zoom, Instagram, FaceBook- sign-up for your booster shots and Excelsior Pass- access on-line content like magazines, books, podcasts, and audiobooks- set-up str...read more
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Starr Stitchers
10am-1pm
Connect & Play
10:30-11:30am Connect & Play Monday, Oct. 19, 10:30-11:30am![]() Community Room Join Jane Korn and other parents, caregivers, and children (ages 3 mo-4 yrs) for a child play group at the library downstairs in our community room! This is an opportunity for parents to connect and share ideas while their young ones interact, play and grow. Registration is required each w...read more
Medicare: What You Need to Know in 2027 with Nina Lynch
2-3pm Medicare: What You Need to Know in 2027 with Nina Lynch Monday, Oct. 19, 2-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room Medicare open enrollment is from October 15th - December 7th. 2027 will bring many changes and cost increases to Medicare plans. This information session will give participants an opportunity to learn what's different and ask an experienced navigator important questions.
Let’s Talk About Menopause with Holly Shelowitz
6-7pm Let’s Talk About Menopause with Holly Shelowitz Monday, Oct. 19, 6-7pm![]() Community Room Join Holly Shelowitz, certified nutrition counselor and menopause coach, for an honest conversation about menopause. Learn what’s happening in your body during this profound time, how to navigate the confusion, and things you can put into practice to take care of yourself.
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Tuesday, Oct. 20, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Story Time with Robbie
10:15-11:15am
Table Tennis Tuesdays
3:30-5:30pm Table Tennis Tuesdays Tuesday, Oct. 20, 3:30-5:30pm ![]() Community Room Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play. Now weekly! Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play.
Super Lego Hour
4-5pm |
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Book Sale Setup/Breakdown
Book Sale Setup/Breakdown Wednesday, Oct. 21Community Room & Mary Frazer Room
Music & Movement with Terry Watson
10:30-11:15am Music & Movement with Terry Watson Wednesday, Oct. 21, 10:30-11:15am![]() Community Room Now weekly and on a new day! Licensed music therapist Terry Watson delights with songs, chants, puppetry, instruments, storytelling and movement/dance with a focus on child development and early literacy. Sessions are geared toward children 0-4 years old with their caregivers or parents. P...read more
Scrabble Club
11:30am-1:30pm
Quiet Mind, Crazy Heart: Author Talk with Suzi K. Edwards
6:30-7:30pm Quiet Mind, Crazy Heart: Author Talk with Suzi K. Edwards Wednesday, Oct. 21, 6:30-7:30pm![]() Starr Library He drowned, and I dove in.Ravaged by sex, drugs, and rock and roll, Brian Jones, founder of the Rolling Stones, was a wreck in 1966. I was a twenty-something clothing designer in New York. Life was all about looking good and having wild adventures, but the glitter hid an undercurrent of longing. My ...read more
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Thursday, Oct. 22, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Starr Library Board Meeting
5:30 - 7:00 PM |
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Friends of Starr Library Book Sale
10am-4pm
Chair Yoga with Barbara Eichin
10:15-11:15am
Brain Games
1-2:30pm |
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Friends of Starr Library Book Sale
10am-5pm
Teen Tech Support
1-3PM Teen Tech Support Saturday, Oct. 24, 1-3PM![]() Thompson Wing Come meet with our in-house, tech-savvy teens for personal one-on-one technology instruction.They can help you:- learn how to use FaceTime, Zoom, Instagram, FaceBook- sign-up for your booster shots and Excelsior Pass- access on-line content like magazines, books, podcasts, and audiobooks- set-up str...read more
Spooky Clay Workshop with Michelle Cortez!
2pm-3pm Spooky Clay Workshop with Michelle Cortez! Saturday, Oct. 24, 2pm-3pm![]() Community Room Join arts educator Michelle Cortez for a special Halloween-themed clay workshop for all ages. Come use your creativity and imagination to create a spooky lantern to bring home. Airdry clay can be painted at home after it dries. All ages welcome, but kids under 7 must be accompanied by a parent durin...read more
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Parkinson’s Support Group
12-1:30pm Parkinson’s Support Group Monday, Oct. 26, 12-1:30pm![]() Mary Frazer Room & Community Room The monthly Parkinson's Support Group is a gathering place for those with Parkinson’s and their loved ones to create community and share information. The group will meet each month to offer a space for everyone to discuss their challenges and successes, share stories, connect with others w...read more
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Tuesday, Oct. 27, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Story Time with Robbie
10:15-11:15am
Table Tennis Tuesdays
3:30-5:30pm Table Tennis Tuesdays Tuesday, Oct. 27, 3:30-5:30pm ![]() Community Room Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play. Now weekly! Join a group of table tennis enthusiasts of all ages for pick-up games and practice. Two tables available during open play.
Super Lego Hour
4-5pm
Starr Library Book Club: Culpability by Bruce Holsinger
7-8pm |
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Music & Movement with Terry Watson
10:30-11:15am Music & Movement with Terry Watson Wednesday, Oct. 28, 10:30-11:15am![]() Community Room Now weekly and on a new day! Licensed music therapist Terry Watson delights with songs, chants, puppetry, instruments, storytelling and movement/dance with a focus on child development and early literacy. Sessions are geared toward children 0-4 years old with their caregivers or parents. P...read more
Scrabble Club
11:30am-1:30pm
Nerds at Nite Game Nite
7-9pm Nerds at Nite Game Nite Wednesday, Oct. 28, 7-9pm![]() Community Room Nerds at Nite is an adult (17+) gaming group that meets twice a month to play board games of all types, including Chronology, Tsuro, Point City, Splendor, and many other tabletop games (that can be played in under 2 hours). Attendees are welcome to bring games to share, but it's not required for...read more
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Local History Hours
10am-3pm Local History Hours Thursday, Oct. 29, 10am-3pm![]() Mary Frazer Room The Local History Room is open during office hours to anyone interested in researching genealogies, houses and buildings, and general local history. The Local History Room houses a large collection of books and resources including: Church and cemetery records Genealogies, in both book and CD form Ab...read more
Study Skills Workshop
5:30-6:30pm |
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Chair Yoga with Barbara Eichin
10:15-11:15am
Brain Games
1-2:30pm |
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Teen Tech Support
1-3PM Teen Tech Support Saturday, Oct. 31, 1-3PM![]() Thompson Wing Come meet with our in-house, tech-savvy teens for personal one-on-one technology instruction.They can help you:- learn how to use FaceTime, Zoom, Instagram, FaceBook- sign-up for your booster shots and Excelsior Pass- access on-line content like magazines, books, podcasts, and audiobooks- set-up str...read more
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