ELLENVILLE, NY — There’s plenty going on at the Ellenville Public Library and Museum (EPLM). 

Help us win the Ulster County Food Fight

From September 2 -October 17, once again we need YOUR help to win the Ulster County Food Fight! How can you help? By donating unexpired, unopened dry or canned goods to one of our food donation boxes at the desk. 

Collect a raffle ticket at the desk each time you donate items for the chance to win a fabulous prize. Donated items will be distributed to Ellenville food pantries. 

New in the Gallery this September: “The Sequential Art of Al Nickerson”

This September, see the work of comic artist and animator Al Nickerson. He is the comic book self-publisher of the “Sword of Eden” graphic novel series. Al was a comic book artist for DC Comics and Archie Comic Publications, and an artist for Marvel Comics and Warp Graphics. He was a designer and animator for “Sesame Street,” MTV Animation, and Nickelodeon. Keep an eye out for the date of the reception for this show.

Other activities

Monday

Mahjong Mondays at 6 p.m.: Play mahjong at the library! Newcomers welcome.

Tuesday

Scrabble Club Tuesdays, 6 p.m.: Come play Scrabble at the library! Newcomers welcome.

What’s the Stitch? 

Saturdays, 10 a.m.: Knit, crochet, embroider or otherwise craft at the library.

Chair Zumba for All Abilities on the first, third and fifth Wednesdays of the month at 10 a.m.: Join EPLM and licensed instructor Dr. Shellie Fraddin for Zumba sessions that are suitable for all fitness levels.

Yoga Wednesdays, 6 p.m.: Join Kristina Knott for a yoga class suited for beginners. 

Toddler Storytime with the NAACP Youth Commission, Fridays from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.: Parents of toddlers aged two to four, come to the library for storytime and help your children grow their imaginations and love of reading. Each week, a story reader from the NAACP will conduct storytime in the library. Sign up at the desk. All children must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times. 

Teen and Tween Pokémon Club for ages 9-17 on two Thursdays, September 24 and October 29 from 4 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.: Teens and tweens will be able to play Pokémon and trade cards at the library once a month. 

Author talk with Newbery Award-winning author Gail Carson Levine, Saturday, September 5 at 11 a.m.: Meet beloved author Gail Carson Levine, possibly best known for her works “Ella Enchanted,” which became a major motion picture starring Anne Hathaway and “Pixie Dust and the Quest for the Egg,” which began the Disney Fairies book series that was later turned into the “Pixie Hollow” movie series. She will be discussing her new upcoming juvenile novel “The Unusuals,” which will be officially released on September 8. Copies of the book will be available for sale courtesy of The Common Good. 

Delicious Desserts with Holly Shelowitz, Tuesday, September 8 at 6 p.m.: Enjoy a hands-on cooking class on how to make some festive fall desserts. EPLM patrons have priority. Registration is required.  

Grandparents Day Craft, Thursday, September 10 at 4 p.m.: Make a special craft for the extra special grandparents in your life. Kids aged five to 11 can sign up today.

Family movie, Saturday, September 12 at 1 p.m.: Join us as we watch a movie filled with unexpected animal fun! Children under age 10 must be accompanied by an adult.  

Look Up! Astronomy Craft Night, Monday, September 14 at 6 p.m.: Join us as we discover the wonderful constellations in the sky above us with two astronomy-themed crafts! Kids aged five to 11 can sign up today.

Reptile Show with REPCO, Saturday, September 19 at 1 p.m.: Come and learn about some of our scaly friends at the library. Registration is required. 

Preschool Craft: Fabric Fun, Thursday, September 24 at 4 p.m.: Kids aged three to five are invited to make a mess-free craft. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult. Sign-up is required.

Improv Workshop with Mission Improvable, Friday, September 24 at 4 p.m.: In this hands-on workshop, you will learn the basics of improvisational acting. EPLM patrons have priority. Registration is required. 

The Ellenville Public Library and Museum is located at 40 Center St. To learn more, call 845/657-5530 or visit eplm.org/.