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Classics in Religion: The Old Testament

This Wednesday from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Also being held at 4 other times

Amy-Jill Levine is a well-known scholar, who holds the E. Rhodes and Leona B. Carpenter Professorship in New Testament studies at Vanderbilt University Divinity School in Nashville, TN. Her lectures deal with the early history of Israel/Judah and the prophets.

Friends of the Kingston Library Book Sale

Saturday, February 18 from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Join the Friends for their first book sale of 2012. The event takes place in the library basement where there are thousands of items available. Prices are $1 for hardcover, audiobooks, CDs, and DVDs (3 for $2); 50 cents for paperbacks, videocassettes, audiocassettes, and LPs; and 25 cents for all children’s items, including videos.

Super Saturday: Marvels of Motion

Saturday, February 18 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Discover the science of physics with unforgettable interactive demonstrations provided by the Mad Science of the Mid-Hudson program. View this year's full Super Saturdays schedule.

I Touch the Future: The Story of Christa McAuliffe discussion with Kingston Library Book Group

Monday, February 27 from 12:00 PM to 1:30 PM

The explosion of the space shuttle Challenger on January 28, 1986 touched the emotions of all Americans. One of the astronauts whose death seemed even more tragic was McAuliffe, a popular social studies teacher from Concord, New Hampshire, and the first private citizen selected for space flight. This is her story as told by a journalist from her hometown.

Keeping Fit from the Neck Up

Wednesday, February 29 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Wendy Rudder, a local licensed clinical social worker (LCSW), will provide information on Alzheimer's disease prevention. The session will include an overview of the disease and some current research and popular wisdom (and some myths), including what, if any, new products or activities will slow or prevent mental decline as people age and a few mind games to stimulate the brain. Call 845-471-2655 to register.

Super Saturday: Roger the Jester

Saturday, March 17 from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM

Laughter for all ages as Roger the Jester delights the crowd with a show filled with buffoonery and a spellbinding bag of tricks. View this year's full Super Saturdays schedule.

Ongoing Events

Bard Clemente Courses

Tuesdays and Thursdays at 6:00 PM, September 2011 through May 2012

Bard College will be offering free college credit humanities courses at the Kingston Library. All tuition, books and child-care expenses will be covered. To apply for this course, please pick up an application at the library's circulation desk.

Teen Wii Gaming

Thursdays at 3:00 PM

The Kingston Library welcomes players ages 12 to 18 for competitive Wii gaming. Snacks will be provided.

Bookmark Club

Mondays at 4:00 PM

A book reading journey for elementary age students with Sasha Finlay. Short stories and chapter books by various authors, drawing, bookmaking, films, printmaking, comics, cartooning, bookmark making!

Children's Story Hours

Tuesday and Wednesday mornings at 10:30 AM

Toddler Time Tuesday (18 mos. to 3 years) and Preschool Wednesday (3 years to 5 years) followed by crafts and music.

Stress Reduction Through Meditation

Thursday mornings 10:30 AM

A great way to find inner balance and deep relaxation. This program is free and all are welcome. Call Ann at 339-8567 with any questions.

Knitting Club

Third Saturday of the month at 2:00 PM

This informal group welcomes all skill level knitters. For more information, please contact Stephanie at stephcosta2@yahoo.com and reference "knitting" in the subject.

Origami Kingston

Second and fourth Saturday of the month at 10:30 AM

Explore the art of Japanese paper folding with Anita Barbour. Ages five and up may attend.