Janet Mandel, retired art history / world languages & culture instructor, will walk program participants through the fascinating story of Alfred Dreyfus, a Jewish captain in the French army, wrongly accused of passing military secrets to the Germans in 1894. This is the first of a two-part series. The second part of this program will Continue reading The Dreyfus Affair, Anti-Semitism & Art in 19th Century Paris – Part I

Enjoy an afternoon of toe-tapping Irish music with The Parting Glass band. Admission is by pre-registration only and space is limited. If the program is full, please call the library at 845-534-8282 to be placed on a waiting list. CDC guidelines for indoor gatherings will be followed.Continue reading Songs of Ireland

This talk, celebrating Women’s History Month, will examine the lives of three remarkable women who defied society’s expectations: Isabella Stewart Gardner, Helene Kroller-Muller, and Peggy Guggenheim. Trace the steps each woman took to amass three of the most important art collections in the world. A Zoom link will be emailed to registrants on the day Continue reading 3 Visionary Women: 3 Great Art Museums (via Zoom)

In recognition of Heart Health Awareness Month, Dr. Neel Khanna of Montefiore St. Luke’s Cornwall will share the best practices for caring for your heart in this virtual seminar. Register online here beginning January 3rd. If you have any questions, please call the library at 845-534-8282.  Continue reading Caring for Your Heart