The Middleburgh Library is having its yearly Basket Raffle with 33 baskets to choose from. Tickets are $1 each or six for $5. The drawing will be on Dec. 7 at Miracle on Main Street.
Library closed
The library will be closed on Nove. 12 to observe Veterans Day.
Teen gaming
On Nov. 12 come to the library for Drop-in Teen Gaming from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. with snacks and gaming. We'll have games like King of Tokyo, Castle Panic, Sapien, Boss Monster, Forbidden Island, and Evolution. Drop in for a half hour or stay the whole time. We will meet on Monday's from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. This program is for kids 13 and up. Registration is suggested but not required. Call, stop in or sign up online.
Board meets
The Board of Trustees will meet on Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome.
Storytime
On Nov. 13, 20 and 27 join us for Drop-In Storytime. Get ready to move in this interactive storytime designed especially for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. We'll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration required.
Mahjong Mania
On Nov. 13, 20 and 27 at 1 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Nov. 13, 20, and 27 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 daydreams, 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
More fun
On Nov. 14 and 28 at 11 a.m. join us for Storytime with Miss Doreen for some fun and games. There will be a theme every program.On Nov. 14 the theme is Will I have a friend and Cooking with MIdd Rebecca on the 28th..
Movie
Join us for the Wednesday matinee on Nov. 14 at 1 p.m. The library will be showing "The Leisure Seeker" rated R. Documentary
HEGS
On Nov. 16 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. join Home Educators of Schoharie County a group of homeschooling families with a wide variety of backgrounds, approaches to education, and religious affiliations. We exist to provide secular support for homeschooling families, offer information about homeschooling, and to allow for the sharing of educational opportunities.We hope to increase public awareness, acceptance, and support of home education in Schoharie County. Please check out our facebook page. Or contact Rebecca at for more information. We will meet the first and third Friday of each month.
See and discuss
On Nov. 14 from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. see and discuss “The American Media” and “The 2nd Assassination of President John F. Kennedy” with Gary Hayes.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
You can make Deco Patch Christmas Ornaments at the Middleburgh Library on Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. till noon. Join us for a fun workshop creating beautiful holiday ornaments.
Each attendee will be able to make two ornaments, using paper maché shapes and the beautifully patterned Deco Patch papers. These one-of-a kind creations can be wonderful additions to your tree or very special gifts.
Registration is required and space is limited. A $5 material fee is payable to the instructor on the day of the program.
Concert
On Nov. 4 at 4 p.m. join us for Wilder Hook with Tom and Geri White. They have pulled together family and friends under the band name Wilder Hook, a historic bend in the Schoharie Creek in Middleburgh. Tom and Geri play Traditional Folk/Roots music with a focus on Appalachian Celtic and Canadian Traditions with guitar, banjo, fiddle, mountain dulcimer and more. Joining them will be their son, Carson White, Dave Paton, Tom Wetmore, and Bernie Neuman. A $10 donation is suggested. Tickets are available at the door.
This event is made possible in part with public funds from the Decentralization Program and the NYS Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Grant Program by the Greene County Council on the Arts.
Teen gaming
On Nov. 5 come to the library for Drop-in Teen Gaming from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. with snacks and gaming. We'll have games like King of Tokyo, Castle Panic, Sapien, Boss Monster, Forbidden Island, and Evolution. Drop in for a half hour or stay the whole time. We will meet on Monday's from 3:30 to 5:30 p.m. This program is for kids 13 and up. Registration is suggested but not required. Call, stop in or sign up online.
Movie
On Nov. 7 at 1 p.m. come and enjoy the Wednesday Matinee showing of "The 12th Man" rated PG-13. They were 12 saboteurs. The Nazis killed 11 of them. This is the true story of the one who got away.
Cookbook club
On Nove. 10 at 2 p.m. join us for Cooking by the Vegan Book "Chloe Flavor" by Chloe Coscarelli. We pick the cookbook, you pick and make the recipe!
How the cookbook club works; Every month, a cookbook will be selected and will be at the circulation desk, for you to look at and we will print up the recipe of your choice.
Sign up online, call or at the circulation desk, let us know what you're cooking so we don't have duplicates. Registration is required.
Library closed
On Nov. 12 the library will be closed to observe of the Veterans Day holiday.
Board meets
The Board of Trustees will meet on Nov. 12 at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
Tom and Geri White have pulled together family and friends under the band name Wilder Hook, a historic bend in the Schoharie Creek in Middleburgh. They’ll give a folk concert on Sunday, Nov. 4, at 4 p.m. at the Middleburgh Library at 323 Main Street. A $10 donation is suggested.
The Middleburgh Library is hosting a drop-in story time on Tuesday, Oct. 30.
Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance, and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong Mania
On Oct. 30 at 1 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Oct. 30 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 daydreams, 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Storytime
On Wednesday, Oct. 31 at 11 a.m. join us for Storytime with Miss Doreen every other Wednesday for some fun and games. There will be a theme every program.
Pumpkins
It’s all about pumpkins on Oct. 31.
Movie
Join us for the Wednesday matinee on Oct. 31 at 1 p.m. The library will be showing "A Quiet Place" rated PG-13. In a post-apocalyptic world, a family is forced to live in silence while hiding from monsters with ultra-sensitive hearing.
HEGS
On Nov.2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. join Home Educators of Schoharie County a group of homeschooling families with a wide variety of backgrounds, approaches to education, and religious affiliations. We exist to provide secular support for homeschooling families, offer information about homeschooling, and to allow for the sharing of educational opportunities.We hope to increase public awareness, acceptance, and support of home education in Schoharie County. Please check out our facebook page. Or contact Rebecca at for more information. We will meet the first and third Friday of each month.
Deco Patch
On Nov. 3 from 10 a.m. to noon come and make Deco Patch Christmas Ornaments. Join us for a fun workshop creating beautiful holiday ornaments. Each attendee will be able to make two ornaments using paper mache' shapes and the beautifully patterned Deco Patch papers. These one of a kind creations can be wonderful additions to your tree or very special gifts. Registration is required and space is limited. A $5 material fee is payable to the instructor on the day of the program.
Concert
On Nov. 4 at 4 p.m. join us for Wilder Hook with Tom and Geri White. They have pulled together family and friends under the band name Wilder Hook, a historic bend in the Schoharie Creek in Middleburgh. Tom and Geri play Traditional Folk/Roots music with a focus on Appalachian Celtic and Canadian Traditions with guitar, banjo, fiddle, mountain dulcimer and more. Joining them will be their son, Carson White, Dave Paton, Tom Wetmore, and Bernie Neuman. A $10 donation is suggested. Tickets are available at the door.
This event is made possible in part with public funds from the Decentralization Program and the NYS Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Grant Program by the Greene County Council on the Arts.
Drop in for story time at the Middleburgh Library on Oct. 23 at 10:45 a.m. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children up through age 5 and their caregivers.
We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance, and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong Mania
On Oct. 23 at 1 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Oct. 23 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 daydreams, 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Movie
On Oct. 24, at 1 p.m. join us for the Wednesday Matinee movie "The Rider" rated PG-13. After suffering a near fatal head injury, a young cowboy undertakes a search for new identity and what it means to be a man in the heartland of America.. No registration required. Free popcorn!
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
The Middleburgh Library will hold a drop-in story time on Oct. 16 at 10:45 a.m.
Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. We'll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration required.
Mahjong Mania
On Oct. 16 at 1 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
CPR
On Oct. 16, from 5 to 7 p.m. the library will have CPR Training . Learn CPR and the AED with Aiden O'Connor Jr. a paramedic.
Insight Meditation
On Oct. 16 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 daydreams, 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Book discussion
On Oct. 16, at 7 p.m. join us to discuss "The Glass Menagerie" by Tennessee Williams. The Glass Menagerie is a memory play, and its action is drawn from the memories of the narrator, Tom Wingfield. Tom is a character in the play, which is set in St. Louis in 1937. He is an aspiring poet who toils in a shoe warehouse to support his mother, Amanda, and sister, Laura.
This program series is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. Sponsored by the Mohawk Valley Library System and participating member libraries.
Storytime
On Oct 17, at 11 a.m. join us for Storytime with Miss Doreen. This program is every other Wednesday for some fun and games. There will be a theme every program.
Movie
On Oct. 17 at 1 p.m. Wednesday Matinee is back. "Book Club" rated PG-13 is the story of longtime friends and book club members "Diane Keaton, Jane Fonda, Candice Bergen and Mary Steenburgen" have their lives upended when they aim to spice up their mundane routines by reading the provocative bestseller Fifty Shades of Grey. With newfound confidence, they each begin to come alive as exciting romances are ignited and old flames are rekindled. Through it all, the ladies inspire one other to make this next stage of their lives the best and steamiest thus far. No registration required. Free popcorn!
HEGS
On Oct. 19 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. join us for Home Educators of Schoharie County. HEGS is a group of homeschooling families with a wide variety of backgrounds, approaches to education, and religious affiliations. We exist to provide secular support for homeschooling families, offer information about homeschooling, and to allow for the sharing of educational opportunities. We hope to increase public awareness, acceptance, and support of home education in Schoharie County. Please check out our facebook page. Or contact Rebecca at for more information. We will meet the first and third Friday of each month.
Cooking
Oct. 20 at 2 p.m. join us for Cooking by the Vegan Book — "Chloe Flavor.” We pick the cookbook, you pick and make the recipe! This month's book is "Vegan Comfort Classics" by food blogger Lauren Toyota.
How the cookbook club works; Every month, a cookbook will be selected and will be at the circulation desk, for you to look at and we will print up the recipe of your choice. Sign up online, call or at the circulation desk, let us know what you're cooking so we don't have duplicates. Registration is required.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
Colleen Kattau — a bilingual vocalist, guitarist, and composer of songs — will perform at the Middleburgh Library on Oct. 7 at 4 p.m. Her poetic originals and charismatic stage presence inspire hope and spark imagination and audience participation.
A $10 donation is suggested. Tickets are available at the door.
This event is made possible in part with public funds from the Decentralization Program and the New York State Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Grant Program by the Greene County Council on the Arts.
Board meets
On Oct. 8, at 6:30 p.m. there is a board of trustees meeting. All are welcome.
Drop-in Storytime
ON Oct. 8, at 10:45 a.m. get ready to move in this interactive storytime designed especially for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. We'll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration required.
Mahjong Mania
On Oct. 8 from 1 to 4 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Oct. 8 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 daydreams, 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
Colleen Kattau, a bilingual vocalist, guitarist and composer of songs, will perform on Sunday, Oct. 7, at 4 p.m., as part of the Middleburgh Library’s Not So Quiet Concert series. No registration is required. Tickets are available at the door; a $10 donation is suggested. Please use back entrance at 323 Main St.
Drop-In Story Time will be held at the Middleburgh Library on Oct. 2 at 10:45 a.m. Get ready to move in this interactive story time designed especially for children ages up to age 5 and their caregivers.
We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance, and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong Mania
On Oct. 2 from 1 to 4 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Oct. 2 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 daydreams, 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Healthcare After Retirement
On Oct. 2, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. join us for Healthcare After Retirement. If you or someone you know is turning 65, getting ready to retire, or may be losing an employer plan, this course will help you discover an understanding of Medicare. From Part A to IRMAA, learn the fundamentals of how each section of Medicare works in this class aimed at making complex information easy-to-understand. Instructor: Michael G. Stanton. Registration required.
Storytime
On Oct. 3, at 11 a.m. join us for Storytime with Miss Doreen. This program is every other Wednesday for some fun and games. There will be a theme every program. Oct. 3’s theme is apple picking time.
HEGS
ON Oct 5 and 19, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. join us for Home Educators of Schoharie County. They are a group of homeschooling families with a wide variety of backgrounds, approaches to education, and religious affiliations. We exist to provide secular support for homeschooling families, offer information about homeschooling, and to allow for the sharing of educational opportunities. We hope to increase public awareness, acceptance, and support of home education in Schoharie County. Please check out our facebook page. Or contact Rebecca at for more information. We will meet the first and third Friday of each month from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Concert
On Oct. 7 at 4 p.m. come to the library for a concert by Colleen Kattau. She is a bilingual vocalist, guitarist and composer of songs. Her poetic originals and charismatic stage presence inspire hope and spark imagination and audience participation. A $10 donation is suggested. Tickets are available at the door.
This event is made possible in part with public funds from the Decentralization Program and the NYS Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Grant Program by the Greene County Council on the Arts.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
Drop-in story time at the Middleburgh Library will be held next on Sept. 25 at 10:45 a.m. Get ready to move in an interactive story time designed especially for children up to age 5 and their caregivers.
We’ll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance, and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration is required.
Mahjong Mania
On Sept 25 1 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Sept. 25 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Program
On Sept 25, from 6:15 to 7:30 p.m. join the Alzheimer's Association for discussion.
The art of crazy quilting
On Sept. 29, at 1 p.m. join us for The History of Crazy Quilting and Trunk Show. We will delve into the art of crazy quilting with award winning quilter and author Betty Fikes Pillsbury. Using antique quilts and other textiles, Betty discusses the rage that swept late 1800s America – the crazy quilt. Then, using her work as examples, Betty shows how crazy quilting is alive and well in the world today. Please bring your vintage crazy quilts to share. Registration is required. A $5 donation is suggested at the door.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
Sloan Wainwright will give a concert at the Middleburgh Library on Sept. 16 at 4 p.m.
Defying standard categorization, singer and songwriter Wainwright consistently demonstrates her easy command of a variety of American musical styles — pop, folk, jazz and blues — held together by the melodious tone of her rich contralto, with the end result being a unique and soulful hybrid.
A $10 donation is suggested. Tickets are available at the door. Please use the back entrance.
This event is made possible in part with public funds from the Decentralization Program and the New York State Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Grant Program by the Greene County Council on the Arts.
Storytime
On Sept. 18 at 10:45 a.m. join us for Drop-in Storytime. Get ready to move in this interactive storytime designed especially for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. We'll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration required.
Mahjong Mania
On Sept 18 from 1 to 4 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Sept. 18 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Book discussion
On Sept. 18, at 7 p.m. join us to discuss "Sing, Unburied, Sing" by Jesmyn Ward. A slamming, heartbreaker of a novel that is rendered with such stinging beauty and restrained emotion that despite the anguish taking place on the page, you won’t want it to end. This book discussion will be facilitated by Brian Whalen.
This program series is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. Sponsored by the Mohawk Valley Library System and participating member libraries.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.
The Middleburgh Library Board of Trustees will meet on Sept. 10 at 6:30 p.m. The public is welcome.
Storytime
On Sept. 11 at 10:45 a.m. join us for Drop-in Storytime. Get ready to move in this interactive storytime designed especially for children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. We'll read books, sing songs, recite fingerplays, dance and watch a short movie based on a weekly theme. No registration required.
Mahjong Mania
On Sept 11 from 1 to 4 p.m., a spirited group of people will get together in the Middleburgh Library Community Room to play Mahjong. Don't know how to play? No problem! They will teach you how. No registration is required.
Insight Meditation
On Sept. 11 at 5:15 p.m. join us for Insight Meditation. 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 so give it a try. No registration is required. There is no fee. All are welcome.
Workshop
On Sept. 15, from 1 to 3 p.m. come and enjoy Authors Among Us - Ignite Your Imagination - WRITE. This workshop uses lively creative exercises to forge new paths for you to explore on the page. Energize your imagination with new ideas. Who says writing has to be a chore? Come, have fun, and break out. Note: This program started on 9/8.
This workshop is facilitated by Susannah Risley. Susannah has a gift for developing a variety of creative approaches to writing. Susannah's writings have been published in several well -known magazines. Registration is required.
This program series is made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of Governor Andrew Cuomo and the New York State Legislature. Sponsored by the Mohawk Valley Library System and participating member libraries.
Concert
On Sept. 16 at 4 p.m. join us for Sloan Wainwright. Defying standard categorization, singer/songwriter Sloan Wainwright, consistently demonstrates her easy command of a variety of American musical styles — pop, folk, jazz and blues — held together by the melodious tone of her rich contralto, with the end result being a unique and soulful hybrid.
A $10 donation is suggested. Tickets are available at the door. Please use back entrance.
This event is made possible in part with public funds from the Decentralization Program and the NYS Council on the Arts, administered by the Community Arts Grant Program by the Greene County Council on the Arts.
Not all of programs have been scheduled at time of printing. Please check our Calendar on our website at HYPERLINK "http://www.middleburghlibrary.info" www.middleburghlibrary.info. for future programs.