Cornwall Public Library

Annual Library Budget Vote & Trustee Election

Tuesday, April 22 The vote for the Cornwall Public Library’s annual operating budget and Trustee election will be held in the Library on Tuesday, April 22 from 9:00 am – 9:00 pm. Operating Budget: Click here to view the Proposed 2025/2026 Library Operating Budget. There will be a special budget informational session on Tuesday, April 15… Continue reading Annual Library Budget Vote & Trustee Election

Dog Tales!

SUMMER 2025 – Select Mondays July 14th, 28th August 4th, 18th 15-min sessions; 6:00-7:00pm. Grades K-12. Read independently to a furry friend from Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause. Please register for your 15-min session via our online calendar one week prior to each program.

Members’ Choice Book Club

Wednesday, July 2nd @ 6:30 pm July Book Pick: James by Percival Everett Join our Members’ Choice Book Group for a lively discussion on titles chosen by the group. This group typically meets the first Wednesday of each month and is always eager to welcome new people. We will meet in the CPL STUDY Room! Hard… Continue reading Members’ Choice Book Club

Family Story Time

SUMMER 2025 Select Tuesdays: July 8th, 15th, 22nd, 29th August 5th 9:30 and 10:30 sessions All ages are welcome. Space is limited. Please register your child(ren) via the library calendar beginning one week prior to each session. Adults do not need to register.

Market Story Time

Every Wednesday through September 24th (weather permitting) @12:00pm – Town Hall Lawn Join us for a bountiful story time adventure at the farmers market! We’ll enjoy stories, songs, and playful movement inspired by the sights and sounds of a busy market day. This fun and engaging program is perfect for children of all ages. Drop-in… Continue reading Market Story Time

PJ Story Time

SUMMER 2025 Select THURSDAYS: July 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st August 7th @6:30pm. Put on your PJs and join us for a special evening story time at the library. All ages are welcome. Space is limited. Registration required through our online calendar one week prior to program.

Book Break

For the Summer: Grades 3, 4 & 5. July 23 @4:30pm. This book club features a shared discussion of appropriately-aged chapter books and book-related activities that emphasize STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math). Register in person when you pick up your copy at the library. July’s Book Pick – Chicken Squad by Doreen Cronin

Readzza Readzza

Grades 5-8. This program features a shared discussion of appropriately-aged chapter books. Parents are encouraged to read the books themselves and discuss them with their children at home. A chance to share your thoughts! Register in person when you pick up your copy at the library. Readzza, Readzza will resume in the fall.

Family Build-It! with LEGOS

SUMMER 2025 July 11th August 8th @ 3:00 PM Bring the kids and come create your own adventure by creating a masterpiece with LEGOs.  All materials supplied – just bring your creativity! A family drop-in event – no registration required.

Strategic Planning

Let Us Hear From You! The Cornwall Public Library’s Strategic Planning Committee is always thinking about ways to keep the library relevant in a changing world and serve our Cornwall community better. To be successful on both fronts, we want to know your thoughts. Therefore, please consider filling out a short survey that will help us help… Continue reading Strategic Planning