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Handmade greeting cards are personalized cards created with hand-applied techniques and materials, offering unique, artistic designs with a personal touch and high sentimental value. They differ from mass-produced cards by showcasing creativity and effort, making them more heartfelt and cherished by recipients. Common techniques include stamping, die-cutting, and the use of embellishments like ribbons and stickers, resulting in one-of-a-kind cards for any occasion.
The Mamakating Library Board's Finance Committee meets to review budgets, financial reports, and related planning. Meetings are open to the public.
Join our Library Speakers Consortium access portal for a trio of inspiring author conversations this February—livestreamed and recorded so you can watch from anywhere.
Bring any device—phone, tablet, laptop—for hands-on troubleshooting with Malcolm. We'll cover practical fixes, basic maintenance tips, and answer your burning tech questions. Come ready with your device, charging cables, and a little patience while Malcolm gets everyone back up and running.
Screen award-winning Indie Lens Pop-Up documentaries with us from February through early May. Each screening includes a short discussion and is supported by the Friends of the Library. Register online or call 845-888-8004 to reserve your seat.
This 45-minute class incorporates breathing and stretching to enhance flexibility, breath capacity, and relaxation, while promoting mindfulness. It includes core exercises for a full-body workout, with the final 15 minutes focused on guided breathing and meditation. Suitable for all fitness levels.
The Read to a Dog program is an excellent way for children to increase their reading fluency & word recognition with no pressure. Mocha is a great audience!
Storytime takes place in Veteran's park next door to the library, unless weather forces us indoors! No Registration Required. Dress for the weather.
Our weekly Parents Coffee Meet Up and Playdate is being changed to Wednesdays at 11:15am. This program takes place every week. We will meet at the library, and if weather permits we'll head over the playground too. All are welcome to come, make friends, and troubleshoot parenting woes while the kids play.
All meetings begin at 6:00 pm in the Community Room. The public is welcome to attend.
Join Ms. Patti for a monthly hands-on arts & crafts session exploring creative techniques and materials. Space is limited; please register.
The Friends of Mamakating Library is a volunteer, non-profit organization that supports the goals and mission of Mamakating Library. Membership is open to all residents of the Mamakating Library service area at no cost. Please become an active volunteer in the Friends of Mamakating Library. E-mail: mamakatingfol@gmail.com Instagram: @mamakatingfriends Mail: PO Box 806, Wurtsboro, NY 12790
Need assistance with your computer, tablet, or smartphone? Book an appointment for one-on-one tech help. You can also bring in a device that is giving you trouble and we'll try to get to the root of the problem.
Artwork created by community members of all ages will fill the library for the entire month of February. Stop in anytime Feb 1–28 to see acrylic, oil, pastel, crayon, and mixed-media mini masterpieces, then join us for a dessert reception on Saturday, Feb 14 at 11:30 a.m. to celebrate the artists!
The library is closed on the following holidays.
Join local scientist, Lorry Green, for a screening followed by a short discussion. Popcorn will be served.
The Mamakating Library Board's Policy & Bylaws Committee meets to review governance policies, recommend updates, and prepare materials for full board consideration. Meetings are open to the public.
Join our Non-Fiction Book Club Group. Join us to share diverse perspectives on readings from bestselling authors across business, psychology, and life experience—the most effective way to learn and retain what you read. By discussing our different interpretations and insights, we'll inspire each other while gaining deeper understanding of ourselves and others. Come meet new friends and have fun while we learn together!
Join our monthly potluck club! Each month features a new culinary theme. Bring a dish to share that fits the theme and a copy of the recipe.
Join us for a monthly book discussion group. Tea and coffee will be served. We meet every 3rd Tuesday at 2:30 p.m.
Join Bloom Performing Arts founder and SAG actress Ashley Morgan Bloom for her signature beginning basics acting class. Learn fundamentals through monologues, creative writing, improvisation, and acting for film and theatre. Bring water, a journal, and a pen or pencil, wear comfortable clothes, and get ready to move!
Our group of local writers gathers monthly to share excerpts from our works in progress. Led by local writer & journalist, Alethea Pape, this group meet-up offers a judgement-free place to offer helpful critiques and insight to other local writers, and get help with your own work. Constructive critiques & open discussion encouraged! Light refreshments provided. This project is made possible with funds from the Sullivan County Regrants Program, a regrant program of the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Governor and the New York State Legislature and administered by Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.
Each session, Kate will give a new fun building challenge and participants will be encouraged to work together or solo to complete the challenge and build a masterpiece. Their structures will be displayed in the library until the next meet up, when possible! Last Saturday of each month.