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Library Welcomes New Director

The Trustees of the Rensselaerville Library are pleased to announce the appointment of Heidemarie “Heidi” Carle as Library Director.

Ms. Carle is a new resident of the Hamlet of Rensselaerville, having moved here from California in June. She brings to the library many years of experience in public service and non-profit administration. Originally from a small town outside of Syracuse, NY, Heidi’s career took her across the U.S. in positions at national parks, art houses, community centers, and most recently, in California state government.

Ms. Carle brings many important skills to the library, including administrative skills and a demonstrated record of community building, special events management, grant-writing and management and experience with historic structures and collections.

Ms. Carle was the top candidate of the eleven that applied based on her passion, professional experience, and desire for community involvement.
Stop by the library to introduce yourself and welcome Heidi to the community and the library.

Greenery Sale

Saturday, December 7 from 9-2pm at the Library
Come get your tree and support the library.

Each year the Library sponsors an Annual Greenery Sale. Wreaths, trees, sprays, and roping are available for purchase along festive Main Street. Meanwhile, inside the Library, local artisans can help you find the perfect gift for friends and family. The day also includes children's activities, a book sale, and a cookie sale. This year We have professionally cut and groomed trees in a range of sizes.

More Information

Homemade Cookie Makers Wanted!
Are you interested in making a few cookies for our cookie sale? Please fill out this FORM or contact the Library.

Vendors wanted!
If you are interested in being a vendor, please contact the Library Director for more information or Fill out this FORM. Space is limited.

Youth Programs

We welcome Judy Crilley to our staff. Ms. Judy will be coordinating our youth programs. Be sure to check out calendar for upcoming programs

November Schedule

December 5
STORY TIME: The Hat by Jan Brett
ACTIVITY: STEAM kids- geometric shaped Holiday ornaments
TEEN PROGRAM: Volunteer at the Library: Children’s Play Room reorganization

December 12
STORY TIME: Poetry for kids by Emily Dickinson
ACTIVITY: STEAM kids- geometric shaped Holiday ornaments
TEEN PROGRAM: Volunteer at the Library: decorate Children’s Library

December 19
STORY TIME: Poetry for kids by Emily Dickinson
ACTIVITY: STEAM kids- Engineering for Kids/ Building with jellybean
TEEN PROGRAM: Volunteer at the Library: Need a New Years’ Resolution? Come in and sign up to volunteer after school on Thursdays and/or start your own Reading Group, Computer Group, Crafting Group. Create your own Art Class- work on your portfolio…

2020 Census What you need to know

Households will be able to respond to the 2020 Census online, over the phone, or through a paper questionnaire. Click on the button to the Right for a sample of the paper questionnaire that will be used during the 2020 Census. This version excludes some features that will be made available to households starting in March 2020, such as the URL for online response and the contact information for phone response.

Sample

Did you know..

The Library has a new copier, printer, scanner, fax machine. This machine prints in color and accommodates paper up to 11x17.

You can now print from your own device including your phone. Staff can help you connect.

Scans are free.

Faxes are $1.00

Printing and Copy fees vary by paper size and color options.

Our 2018 Appeal reached $13,131.

We welcome your donations throughout the year. Click Here to Donate Online.

You can find more information on our planned giving HERE

Thank you to everyone who donated.

If you are looking for other ways to help the Library throughout the year consider using Giving Assistant and Amazon Smile.

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Tuesday 10am-1pm
3pm-8pm
Wednesday 10am-1pm
3pm-6pm
Thursday 10am-1pm
3pm-8pm
Friday 3pm-7pm
Saturday 10am-2pm

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