Explore our programs, activities, and community events. From story times to tech workshops, there's something for everyone.
Build, create, and imagine at our monthly LEGO Club! We provide the LEGO bricks — you bring the creativity. Creations will be displayed in the library for the month. Ages 5 and up.
Start your Saturday with gentle yoga on the library lawn, led by certified instructor Kim Patel. Suitable for all levels. Bring your own mat and water bottle. In case of rain, class moves indoors to the Community Room.
Celebrate National Poetry Month with an evening of original and favorite poems. Sign up at the door to read (5-minute limit), or just come to listen. Light refreshments and a cozy atmosphere. All styles and skill levels encouraged.
Regular monthly meeting of the Valley Mountains Library Board of Trustees. Open to the public. Agendas and minutes are posted on our website under Documents.
Get creative at the library every Saturday morning! Each week features a different craft project tied to a seasonal theme, favorite book, or upcoming holiday. All materials provided.
Learn how to research your family history using free online tools, Ancestry Library Edition, and local resources. Reference librarian Robert Kim will guide you through getting started with census records, immigration records, and local archives.
Practice your English in a friendly, supportive group setting. All levels welcome. We focus on everyday conversation skills — ordering food, making appointments, talking with neighbors, and more.
Enjoy a free movie on the big screen at the library! Popcorn and lemonade provided courtesy of the Friends of the Valley Mountains Library. Titles announced one week before each screening.
Bring your current project or start something new. All skill levels welcome — experienced knitters and crocheters are happy to help beginners. We have some spare yarn and needles available. Tea and coffee provided.
The 2026 Summer Reading Program starts here! Sign up, get your reading log, and enjoy games, crafts, face painting, and a visit from the Maplewood Fire Department. Free ice cream for all participants. This year's theme: "Read Beyond the Beaten Path."
Local historian and author Margaret Holloway presents her new book "Roots of the Valley: Stories from the Catskill Foothills." Enjoy a talk, Q&A, and book signing. Copies available for purchase courtesy of the Maplewood Bookshop.
Interested in helping start a community garden behind the library? Come share your ideas, volunteer for tasks, and help plan our growing space. All are welcome — whether you have a green thumb or are just getting started.
Explore the beautiful medium of watercolor painting in this beginner-friendly workshop led by local artist Helen Marsh. All materials provided. No experience necessary — just bring your curiosity and creativity!
Need help with your phone, tablet, or laptop? Our technology specialist David is here to help. Bring your device and any questions — from email setup to online banking, we can help you get comfortable with technology.
Join our monthly book club for lively discussion and great company. Copies of the current selection are available at the circulation desk. Light refreshments served.
Hang out at the library on Friday afternoons for video games, board games, and snacks. Bring your friends or meet new ones. We have Nintendo Switch, PS5, and a shelf full of board and card games.
A fun, interactive story time for toddlers and their caregivers! Enjoy picture books, fingerplays, songs, and a simple craft. No registration required — just drop in and enjoy the fun.