Germantown Library

06/04/2026

Town History talks are always popular at the library, and we're happy to be hosting another fascinating talk with Town Historian, Tom Shannon. Mark your calendars and kindly RSVP on the library website.

German Camp: Revolution Along the Hudson will cover a multitude of story threads: the significance of the German Camp District created in 1775, clues about the political inclinations of various Palatine descendants, life in German Camp while Clermont burned next door, the perplexing presence of an Anglican Rector in German Camp during the war, a Loyalist raid, a public auction that drew some famous names, and more!

Thursday, July 2, at 7 PM.
In-person and on Zoom.
RSVP to [email protected]

P.S. - the image in the flyer is the 1765 Philip Rockefeller home and store. sits on the same site now. Rockefeller played a large role in local Revolutionary efforts.

06/03/2026

Carlise Azmitia of Hudson Valley Atelier returns to the Makerspace for an afternoon of abstract neurographic art, a guided, meditative drawing technique designed to reduce stress and foster mindfullness.
No artistic skills required! Suggested for preteens-adults

Sunday, July 5th, 2-3:30pm

Space is limited. Please RSVP to reserve a seat.
https://germantownlibrary.org/

06/02/2026

We are so excited to have Carlise Azmitia of Hudson Valley Atelier back for another of her always-popular felting workshops! In this one you'll learn both wet and needle felting techniques as you create your very own whimsical gnome.
All supplies are provided. This workshop is recommended for older teens and adults. Space is limited - RSVP on the library website to reserve our spot!

05/31/2026

Sunday 6/7 at 2pm .. Nutty Scientist Glow in The Dark Show! Sign up on our website. Join us in the Makerspace for this exciting show.

05/27/2026

Get your dancing shoes on! It don't mean a thing if it ain't got that swing! Swing dance lessons this Saturday afternoon in that Germantown hot spot - the Hover Room. Now get out on that dance floor! Saturday May 30 2 PM -3:30 PM. RSVP here https://germantownlibrary.org/event/miss-lindys-dance-hall/

05/19/2026

It was another fun afternoon at the library Makerspace as we learned how to wrap rocks with old and new friends. Thanks to Mary C for sharing her knowledge & history of the art with us!

05/10/2026

SPACE IS LIMITED!

May 14th 7PM Germantown Library Hover Room
FREE Community Screening of The Librarians
Reserve your seat now!
https://germantownlibrary.org/event/community-screening-the-librarians/

Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.
In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of extremism fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.

05/08/2026

We’re excited to share that we received a $1500 Spark Good local grant from the Hudson Walmart! This grant will help with our annual Fiber Arts activities, including workshops for community learning. We are proud to spark good in our community, and extend our THANKS to the Hudson Spark Good team for supporting the work of the Germantown Library! Pictured is library volunteer Kathy Overington and Hudson store manager Brittany Hendrickson Walmart Hudson - Fairview Ave

05/05/2026

This workshop is currently full but get on the waitlist or tell us your interested and we can host another like it!

05/03/2026

Community Screening- The Librarians
May 14 7 PM Germantown Library Hover Room
Intended for audience 16yrs +

Space is limited. RSVP now at https://germantownlibrary.org/event/community-screening-the-librarians/

Librarians emerge as first responders in the fight for democracy and our First Amendment Rights. As they well know, controlling the flow of ideas means control over communities.
In Texas, the Krause List targets 850 books focused on race and LGBTQIA+ stories – triggering sweeping book bans across the U.S. at an unprecedented rate. As tensions escalate, librarians connect the dots from heated school and library board meetings nationwide to lay bare the underpinnings of extremism fueling the censorship efforts. Despite facing harassment, threats, and laws aimed at criminalizing their work – the librarians’ rallying cry for freedom to read is a chilling cautionary tale.