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September 2025 Newsletter
Livingston Manor-Roscoe Library
Livingston Manor-Roscoe Library
August 29, 2025
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Livingston Manor Branch:Monday: 10am-5pm (845) 439-5440 | Roscoe Branch:Monday: 10am-4pm (607) 598-5574 |
*Both branches will be closed on Monday, September 1st for Labor Day
Board Meeting (Open to the Public): Wednesday, September 10th at 5pm
at the Livingston Manor Branch
Library News
A New Website
Now that the Livingston Manor and Roscoe Libraries have merged, it is time that the websites follow suit. You can now keep up to date with everything that is offered by both branches of the Livingston Manor-Roscoe Library all on one website! You will have access to all of the same resources, catalog materials, events, and more, but all from one spot on the web. If you happen to navigate to one of the old web addresses, you will simply be directed to our new URL:
Silent Auction: September 15th - October 27th
Book Sale: September 20th & 27th
Library Notary Service Resumes
The library’s free notary service (Livingston Manor Branch) is now available by appointment. Starting on September 9th, this service will also be available every Tuesday from 10:00am-2:00pm.
RCLS Road Trip Continues
Upcoming Events for Kids & Teens
 Storytime with Ms. Jess | Kids and their families are invited to listen to a story and stay for a craft. Every Tuesday Morning 11:00-11:30am at the Livingston Manor Branch ages 0-5 |
 Musical Storytime | Get in the groove with a musical story. Kids can sing, dance, and play instruments for an interactive storytime. Every Friday Morning 11:00-11:30am at the Livingston Manor Branch ages 0-5 |
 Storytime with Ms. Sam | Children and their adults are invited to listen to a story and play in the exciting children’s room at the Roscoe Branch with books and toys galore. Friday, September 5th 11:00am at the Roscoe Branch ages 0-5 |
 Creative and Crafty Teens | Teens are invited drop in, join friends, and hang out with abundant craft supplies made available for creative projects of their choosing. Friday, September 5th 4:00pm at the Roscoe Branch ages 13+ |
 Story & Craft: Sun Faded | Kids are invited to join Ms. Sam for a story and a sun-sational craft. Wednesday, Sept. 10th 3:00pm at the Roscoe Branch ages 4+ |
 LEGO Club | Kids are invited to discover their inner-engineer and build to their hearts' content. A large assortment of LEGOs will be provided. Friday, September 19th 3:30pm at the Livingston Manor Branch ages 4+ Wednesday, September 24th 3:00pm at the Roscoe Branch ages 4+ |
 Family Movie & Popcorn | Join the library for a viewing of Wreck It Ralph (rated PG). Popcorn will be provided! Friday, September 19th 4:00pm at the Roscoe Branch 101 minute runtime |
 Pokémon Club | The library invites Pokémon enthusiasts to share their passion with other “trainers”, trade cards with friends, and learn how to battle. Saturday, September 20th 11:30am at the Livingston Manor Branch all ages |
 Introduction to Martial Arts | Kids are invited to join Grandmaster Donald Belsito from Catskill Martial Arts Academy to learn the basic history of martial arts and participate in an interactive demonstration. Saturday, September 27th 11:30am at the Livingston Manor Branch all ages |
Upcoming Events for Adults
 Book Repair 101 Cara Schlesinger, of Faenwyl Bindery, is a bench-trained bookbinder and book conservator. She has spent years as a caretaker of rare, valuable, and beloved books with the key goal of preserving their integrity and longevity as treasured objects. Cara has provided conservation services and/or custom boxes to places such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s Thomas J. Watson Library and Columbia University Libraries. | Join professional book conservator Cara Schlesinger and learn about book conservation:
Thursday, September 4th 6:00pm at the Livingston Manor Branch |
 Dundas Castle | Join Town of Rockland Historian Joyce Conroy for a presentation on Dundas Castle, located in Roscoe NY. Designed in the Gothic Revival and Elizabethan Revival styles, the 36-room opulent residence was constructed by Ralph Wurts-Dundas between 1910 and 1924, but never completed or occupied by Dundas or his wife Josephine because he died in 1921. Friday, September 12th 5:00pm at the Roscoe Branch |
 Perennials Multiply, | Join educator in sustainable permaculture Maria Grimaldi and learn about perennials. Unlike annual plants, which die at the end of their growing season, perennials come back year after year, going dormant in the winter and returning in the spring and summer. Importantly, perennials are also capable of multiplying on their own by self-seeding. Maria will discuss how you can prevent overcrowding and promote healthier growth to rejuvenate perennials where you live. Learn how and when to divide your perennials and other permaculture practices from an experienced organic farmer. Saturday, September 13th 11:00am at the Roscoe Branch |
 Natural Dyeing 101 | September explodes with wild (and cultivated) natural dye plants on our fields and woodlands providing a precious brief window for gathering these gifts from nature from which we can extract color using simple traditional techniques. Learn the basics with mother and daughter team Amy and Iris Gillingham of Gael Roots and Wild Roots Farms as they demonstrate how the magic happens. Thursday, September 25th 5:30-7:00pm at Gael Roots Community Farm 734 Cattail Road Livingston Manor, NY |
 D.I.Y. Energy Savings | Join Energy Advisor Steve Bonds-Liptay from Cornell Cooperative Extension and learn how to take simple D.I.Y., "do-it-yourself", actions to reduce energy waste and save money on your utility bills. Steve will also discuss heat pumps, insulation, incentives for home energy upgrades, EmPower+, and HEAP (Home Energy Assistance Program). Those who register will receive a free energy kit, which includes 2 LED light bulbs, weatherstripping, door sweep, power strip, window insulation, foam tape for windows/doors, and foam outlet and switch gaskets. There will also be free pizza and beverages! Thursday, September 18th 5:30pm at the Livingston Manor Branch |
 Water, Water Everywhere | Join educator in sustainable permaculture Maria Grimaldi for a presentation about managing our abundant water resources. Saturday, September 27th 11:00am at the Roscoe Branch |
Book Clubs
 Livingston Manor | September’s book of the month is yet to be chosen. Please contact the library for more details. Join in person at the library or online via Zoom (meeting room opens at 11:30am). Tuesday, September 16th 12:00pm at the Livingston Manor Branch Call (845) 439-5440 to join the Club! |
 Roscoe | September’s book of the month is yet to be chosen. Please contact the library for more details. Monday, September 29th 1:30pm at the Roscoe Branch Call (607) 498-5574 to join the Club! |
RCLS Bestsellers List
Library Resources
Online
| In-Personavailable at both branches unless stated otherwise
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Tech Assistance
The library offers one-on-one Tech Assistance for any tech problems you may encounter. Topics include, but are not limited to, phones, tablets, computers, email, apps, social media, online forms, and basic internet security.
Livingston Manor Branch Mondays: 2:00-4:00pm *new hours Thursdays: 10:00am-12:00pm 5:00pm-7:00pm | Roscoe Branch 1st Tuesday of the Month: 10:00am-4:00pm |
Manor Ink
Manor Ink is seeking student reporters! Working with our local award-winning youth-led newspaper is not only a great way for students to spend their summer hours, but it offers a unique and invaluable experience for aspiring writers, photographers, journalists, and the like.
Teens ages 12 to 17 are invited to engage with the community, share their voice, and earn financial rewards for their writing and art along the way. Manor Ink meets every Wednesday at 3:00pm. Adult mentors are encouraged to join as well.
For more details, please contact Amy Hines at [email protected].
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