Have you been looking for a book club? Our Adult Book Club at Piermont Library always welcomes new members! This month we are meeting on Wednesday, September 17th, at 3:00 pm to discuss The Borrowed Live of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston.

We will be screening the annual Reading of the Names in the Hudson Room.  Refreshments and space for reflection will be provided.

We remember the thousands of brave rescue workers and civilians who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. We remember those who selflessly gave their lives while desperately trying to save the lives of others. They are heroes who will not be forgotten.

We remember beloved fallen firefighter Dennis P. McHugh (Engine 22 Ladder 13) for whom our library is named. The generosity of the Dennis P. McHugh Foundation enabled the construction of the Library’s beautiful building overlooking Flywheel Park and the Hudson River, a symbol of the collective spirit and positive power of community strength to overcome adversity. His memory and legacy are with us always.

Does your student love art and design? Join us on Wednesdays from 5:30 – 6:30 for a fun and creative series of art and design classes taught by Alexis Starke. We will explore a range of materials and techniques in both 2D and 3D, drawing inspiration from a variety of sources from contemporary artists and designers, art history, science, literature, and the natural world.

The series will be both creative and academically rich. Classes are free and all materials are provided.   Community service hours available for those who are interested.  Please email astarke@piermontlibrary.org with any questions.

Join us on Thursday, September 25th for the next class in our popular series Create and Sip for Adults with Alexis Starke.  For September, we will create a fine art collage inspired by our summer memories and the collages of American artist Howardena Pindell (born 1943). We will have a selection of photographs to use from summer in Piermont, but you are also welcome to bring some of your own.

All of our Create and Sip projects are designed to be fun and inspiring for all levels of experience from beginners on up.

Each participant will receive chocolates and a mini bottle of wine.  Feel free to bring other refreshments if you wish. All art materials are included. Please email Alexis Starke at astarke@piermontlibrary.org with any questions.  

Join us on Tuesday, August 26th, from 6:30 – 7:30 pm for Amelia Earhart- The Power of One with Susan Loricchio.

Susan Loricchio, a general aviation pilot, historian and Air Power Advocate, will take the audience on a journey back in time to a time in aviation history known as The Golden Age and share her expertise on the life and times of Amelia Earhart. Loricchio weaves colorful, personal tidbits into her stories about Earhart’s death-defying adventures.