Thursday July 24th
Please note that our Local Historian will be unavailable for appointments until further notice. You may contact her via email at fishkillhistory@aol.com with questions. We will announce when appointment availability resumes.
Monday June 30th
Today we officially begin our Summer Reading program. We have a fun filled summer with activities, science themed programs, special displays, and reading programs for all ages.
Children “Fizz Boom Read”
Please see a staff member to receive your calendar to track your reading for the summer and earn prizes. There will be a pizza party kick off, Science Fun Fridays, and story times. Check the online calendar or a flyer for all the dates, times, and details.
Teens “Spark A Reaction”
Teens will receive a raffle ticket with every book they check out during summer. Prizes will be awarded at the end of summer. In addition we will have Teen Thursdays every Thursday evening. Check the online calendar or a flyer for all the dates, times, and details.
Adults “Literary Elements”
Adults will receive a raffle ticket with every book they check out during summer. Prizes will be awarded at the end of summer. In addition we will have a summer book club, creative writing group, coffee connection and more. Check the online calendar or a flyer for all the dates, times, and details.
We will once again be celebrating the end of summer with our second annual Blodgett Carnival. Let’s have a great summer!
EVERY TUESDAY & FRIDAY- WE HAVE ADDED TUESDAY AFTERNOONS!
Tuesday 1:30- 2:30 PM & Friday 10:30-11:30 AM
Ages 5 & Under
Bring your little ones to enjoy our puzzles, games, and NEW toys! Both children and caregivers will enjoy the fun and socialization.
Registration no longer required… just come and play! Questions? Call 845-896-9215
Blodgett Memorial Library is proud to pair with the Fishkill Food Pantry in supporting our community. We invite our patrons to bring in food donations to help support our fellow neighbors in need. Fishkill Food Pantry is especially in need of the following items:
Meats (Spam, Treat, Chicken, Turkey, Ham), Tuna
Beans (Pork & beans, kidney, black, pinto, white), Dry beans
Canned dinners (Stew, Hash, Spaghettios), Spaghetti sauce, canned tomatoes
Evaporated milk, Juice, Soup, Broth
Peanut butter & Jelly
Bathroom tissue, Bar soap
(Monetary donations enable us to purchase as-needed fresh perishables and will be accepted at the front desk)
The library has expanded services with a new digital collection website experience just for kids. The main MHLS Digital Download Collection now has a separate site to provide a safe and easy browsing experience for kids.
Libraries recognize the need to provide a safe environment for kids to browse library materials. Just as the children’s section of the physical library has its own place, the same experience is now available in the digital collection for kids eBooks and audiobooks. Browsing can be done by subject, reading level or interest level. Check out the Kid’s eReading Room.
Please note that Library Board Meetings will now occur on the first Wednesday of every month.
The Friends of Blodgett Library are proud to announce the Blodgett Basement Bookstore has arrived. Our book sale room has a new name and new look. Come down and see what we have on our shelves!
The Friends of Blodgett Library meet the second Wednesday of every month. If you are interested in joining and volunteering please come in and meet our friends.
Every Saturday from 12- 4pm & Monday 2:30- 6:30pm we have a Teen Tech on hand to assist you with any of your electronics questions. Bring your devices and our Tech will be happy to assist you.
