We add new events all the time, so keep an eye on this page and Facebook for updates!
Drop by the library to contribute to our BEFORE I DIE wall. Before I Die is a global art project that invites people to reflect upon their mortality and consider the things that matter most. Share an intention or goal that you wish to set for your life. See what your friends and neighbors want from life. There may be similarities, and goals we can achieve together. You may be inspired by others to look at your own life differently.
Saturdays | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Story Time w/ Tara
Medusa Branch
Join us for the fun! Stories and activities to get the weekend started...
July 27: Setting Sail!
August 3: Soar into Space!
Rensselaerville Library Bench Dedication
Rensselaerville Library
TO BE RESCHEDULED
Unfortunately we will need to reschedule this ceremony. A new date for this event will be published as soon participants' schedules are coordinated. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Linda Miller and family invite you to honor the memory of Tim Miller, former Rensselaerville Town Justice and neighbor. Rev. Claire North will conduct a brief ceremony. All are welcome to attend.
Cutting Hay by Hand: A Demonstration
Date TBD
Berne NY
Please register at https://bit.ly/HayCutting to indicate your interest in a future demonstration.
Join Zuzana Cerney as she demonstrates techniques passed down to her by her father. Zuzana uses many farming and homesteading techniques in her daily life growing vegetables, raising chickens and rabbits, and pursuing many other activities on her property in Berne. Learn how to choose a scythe, the different parts of a scythe, and how to use, care for and sharpen it. Zuzana will also answer questions about drying the grass and rolling & storage. Each participant will have a chance to try cutting by hand so dress appropriately.
Tuesday | July 30, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Musical Space Trip
Rensselaerville Library
Local musician Margaret Bernstein will lead us on a musical space exploration! Suggested ages 2 - 6 yrs.
Wednesday | July 31, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Coffee with ACCORD
Medusa Branch
Come meet with representatives from ACCORD (Albany County Crisis Officials Responding and Diverting). The ACCORD program, officially launched by Albany County in the Hilltowns in June 2021, consists of two response teams made up of social workers from the County’s Mobile Crisis Team and paramedics from the Sheriff’s Office who have been trained to handle situations involving mental health and nonviolent emergency cases where law enforcement is not essential.
Thursday | August 1, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
StoryWalk® Kick Off
Rensselaerville Park
The Rensellaerville Library 2024 StoryWalk® is up! Join us on Thursday, August 1, from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm in the park for our "Oh, No, Astro!" StoryWalk® Kick Off! Read all about Astro, talk about the questions and discussion prompts provided and have some cool summer treats!
Reading the StoryWalk® book counts for your Pre-K reader in our Summer Reading Program. Learn more about StoryWalk® on our website.
Tuesday | August 6, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Writing Group Revival
Rensselaerville Library
Writing Group at the Library first began in 2008. Join us as a new cohort of writers come together to flex their writing muscles.
What does an evening of writing at the Library with a small group entail? Writing about whatever is on your mind or whatever pops into it with a simple prompt -- a story, a memoir, an essay, a fiery opinion piece, a poem, maybe the start of something you want to work on afterwards. You can share what you write or not. Feedback is kind and encouraging. And there’s no homework, just bring your pen and paper or keyboard. Meet downstairs in the YA section of the Library.
Wednesday | August 7, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Craft & Coloring Circle - Adults
Medusa Branch
Bring your knitting, crocheting, origami -- whatever you are into! We will also have coloring sheets and maybe a craft that is new to you. Coffee and tea available, Group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday | August 14, 10:30am – 1:30 pm
Game Group - Adults
Medusa Branch
Join us for a monthly Game Group to meet up with other players. Coffee and tea available. Group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.
Drop by the library to contribute to our BEFORE I DIE wall. Before I Die is a global art project that invites people to reflect upon their mortality and consider the things that matter most. Share an intention or goal that you wish to set for your life. See what your friends and neighbors want from life. There may be similarities, and goals we can achieve together. You may be inspired by others to look at your own life differently.
Saturdays | 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Story Time w/ Tara
Medusa Branch
Join us for the fun! Stories and activities to get the weekend started...
July 27: Setting Sail!
August 3: Soar into Space!
Rensselaerville Library Bench Dedication
Rensselaerville Library
TO BE RESCHEDULED
Unfortunately we will need to reschedule this ceremony. A new date for this event will be published as soon participants' schedules are coordinated. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Linda Miller and family invite you to honor the memory of Tim Miller, former Rensselaerville Town Justice and neighbor. Rev. Claire North will conduct a brief ceremony. All are welcome to attend.
Cutting Hay by Hand: A Demonstration
Date TBD
Berne NY
Please register at https://bit.ly/HayCutting to indicate your interest in a future demonstration.
Join Zuzana Cerney as she demonstrates techniques passed down to her by her father. Zuzana uses many farming and homesteading techniques in her daily life growing vegetables, raising chickens and rabbits, and pursuing many other activities on her property in Berne. Learn how to choose a scythe, the different parts of a scythe, and how to use, care for and sharpen it. Zuzana will also answer questions about drying the grass and rolling & storage. Each participant will have a chance to try cutting by hand so dress appropriately.
Tuesday | July 30, 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Musical Space Trip
Rensselaerville Library
Local musician Margaret Bernstein will lead us on a musical space exploration! Suggested ages 2 - 6 yrs.
Wednesday | July 31, 10:30 am – 1:30 pm
Coffee with ACCORD
Medusa Branch
Come meet with representatives from ACCORD (Albany County Crisis Officials Responding and Diverting). The ACCORD program, officially launched by Albany County in the Hilltowns in June 2021, consists of two response teams made up of social workers from the County’s Mobile Crisis Team and paramedics from the Sheriff’s Office who have been trained to handle situations involving mental health and nonviolent emergency cases where law enforcement is not essential.
Thursday | August 1, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
StoryWalk® Kick Off
Rensselaerville Park
The Rensellaerville Library 2024 StoryWalk® is up! Join us on Thursday, August 1, from 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm in the park for our "Oh, No, Astro!" StoryWalk® Kick Off! Read all about Astro, talk about the questions and discussion prompts provided and have some cool summer treats!
Reading the StoryWalk® book counts for your Pre-K reader in our Summer Reading Program. Learn more about StoryWalk® on our website.
Tuesday | August 6, 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Writing Group Revival
Rensselaerville Library
Writing Group at the Library first began in 2008. Join us as a new cohort of writers come together to flex their writing muscles.
What does an evening of writing at the Library with a small group entail? Writing about whatever is on your mind or whatever pops into it with a simple prompt -- a story, a memoir, an essay, a fiery opinion piece, a poem, maybe the start of something you want to work on afterwards. You can share what you write or not. Feedback is kind and encouraging. And there’s no homework, just bring your pen and paper or keyboard. Meet downstairs in the YA section of the Library.
Wednesday | August 7, 10:30 am – 1:00 pm
Craft & Coloring Circle - Adults
Medusa Branch
Bring your knitting, crocheting, origami -- whatever you are into! We will also have coloring sheets and maybe a craft that is new to you. Coffee and tea available, Group meets the first and third Wednesday of each month.
Wednesday | August 14, 10:30am – 1:30 pm
Game Group - Adults
Medusa Branch
Join us for a monthly Game Group to meet up with other players. Coffee and tea available. Group meets the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.