Albert Wisner Public Library

05/31/2026

05/30/2026

Join us for an inspiring tribute to Black culture, history, and art – brought to life through the timeless words of Langston Hughes. Hear his poetry reimagined in a powerful performance by local poet G. Oliver King, with live jazz from the Blue Hearts Quartet. This afternoon is more than a performance – it’s a celebration of resilience, creativity, and the enduring spirit of a movement.

Register here https://conta.cc/4dMzRzA or call the Help Desk: 845.986.1047 opt. 4 today.

05/29/2026

Join Smithsonian Curator Mary Savig for a fascinating discussion on the history and significance of craft at state fairs – from blue-ribbon quilts to sculpted butter cows, and so much more, on Wednesday, June 3 at 2 p.m.

Register here https://conta.cc/4vbFNJC or call the Help Desk: 845.986.1047 opt. 4 today.

05/28/2026

There’s still space in our final Joyful Art workshop, tomorrow at 11:30 a.m.! Led by Wickham Works teaching artist Jenny Torino, this program offers activities suited to a wide range of skill levels, creating a welcoming environment for all participants.

To reserve your spot, register here https://conta.cc/4uAnzBG or call the Help Desk at 845.986.1047 opt. 4.

05/27/2026

Join David Dworkin on Thursday and raise your baton to a mighty Sousa march, an impetuous Strauss polka, or an elegant Tchaikovsky waltz as you enjoy a great musical workout. This low-impact fitness fusion for all ages stimulates the cardio-vascular system, energizes and engages the senses and creates balance, stretching, blood circulation and brain stimulation throughout the workout.

Register here: https://conta.cc/3S3sUTq

05/26/2026

Spring cleaning? Check your bookshelves for new or gently loved books, and stop by Friends & Bookends on the lower level of the Library between 3 and 7 p.m. tomorrow and Thursday to donate them ahead of our weekend-long Friends of the Library Summer Book Sale! Not sure what we’ll accept? Check our Friends & Bookends page to find out: https://albertwisnerlibrary.org/friends-and-bookends/

05/21/2026

The Sullivan County Youth Book Festival is Saturday, May 30th, from 10am-3pm, at the Ethelbert B. Crawford Public Library, in Monticello, NY.

You can buy books, get your books signed by authors and illustrators, enter raffles, and even meet some of your FAVORITE Book Characters.

Join in the fun, because every child should love to read!

05/18/2026

Join us Wednesday, May 20 at 6pm for “Ending the Silence,” an engaging program designed to raise awareness and spark conversation about mental health. This presentation helps participants recognize the warning signs of mental health conditions and learn practical steps to support themselves or a loved one. Register here: https://conta.cc/4uZNQJA

05/13/2026

The Friends of Albert Wisner Public Library is giving you the chance to win 4 lawn seats to see legendary singer-songwriter James Taylor & His All-Star Band at Bethel Woods Center for the Arts!

Stop by the Library and enter today! Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5, and the drawing takes place on June 5.