Middleburgh Library Notes for Wednesday, April 14, 2021

We are opening our doors to patrons. You can come in and browse the stacks, use the computer, print, make copies, or fax at half hour blocks. We will continue to provide curbside service.

Please note: We can only have 10 people inside the library at a time. At this time, there is no seating and no use of public restrooms. Masks are required at all times while in the library and gloves (provided) must be used handling books. We look forward to seeing you!

Facebook Page

Middleburgh Library Facebook Page - Check out this page for items we post like, Hidden Items pictures, coloring pages, and craft kits you can pick up at the library.

Drop-in Storytime

On April 20 at 10:45 a.m. join Miss Terry for a fun, interactive online storytime for children 0-5 and their caregivers. We will read stories, sing songs, play games and participate in activities around a weekly theme. Registration is required. Once you register you will receive the Zoom join link. 

Virtual Insight Meditation

 On April 20 t 5:15 p.m. our popular Insight Meditation group is meeting virtually! What do you want most deeply? Seeing your life calmly and clearly helps answer this. Insight Meditation is a simple way to steady your mind, stop wandering in day-dreams, and end the suffering of troubling thoughts. Our group is a place to sit quietly in safety, supported by others; to allow understanding and compassion to arise; to encourage loving-kindness and patience. We welcome those with no experience to advanced mediators', teens to seniors.  Registration is required. Please go to our website to register and receive the Zoom link.

Online Presentation

On April 21 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. join us forReggie Harris: Freedom Songs and the Civil Rights Movement.  Internationally acclaimed performer Reggie Harris is a singer, songwriter, storyteller, and cultural ambassador known worldwide for his ability to inspire hope and create opportunities for building community and positive change. This performance will include spirituals, freedom songs, and his own original work. He will discuss the connection between music and the Civil Rights Movement, the progression of civil rights as it pertains to his own family, and how that experience relates to the struggle for civil rights in the USA. This event is sponsored by the Amsterdam Free Library, The Community Library, Gloversville Public Library, Middleburgh Library, Schenectady County Public Library, Schoharie Free Library, and Sharon Springs Free Library. Please Note: This is an on-line presentation

Book Bundles

Middleburgh Library Book Bundles! Are you having trouble finding books for yourself, your children, your parents or an elderly neighbor? Does your child love trucks, bugs, or super heroes? Are you interested in finding out more about knitting, drawing, or speaking another language? Let us help! Contact Rebecca at and let her know what you are looking for, she will research, gather and collect library material and you can pick up your book’s.

Please check our calendar on our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info for future programs.  Also, don't forget our Facebook page.