Ongoing Programs
Singing Circle at the Olive Free Library
Every Thursday at 3:00 PM, join local musician Julia Haines to lift your voice in a relaxed, supportive, fun environment. No experience is needed—just a love of music and a willingness to sing. We’ll explore simple songs, harmonies, and rhythms from a variety of traditions.
All ages and abilities are welcome.
Mahjong at the
Shokan Branch
Fridays 11am-1pm beginning June 12th
Learn to play Mahjong at the Shokan Branch of the Olive Free Library!
Join instructor Sandy Breitenberger for a welcoming, hands-on introduction to this tile game. Beginners and experienced players are welcome. Come discover the fun of Mahjong in a relaxed, friendly setting. Call/text Sandy at 914-388-0779 with questions
Craft Circle at the Olive Free Library
Drop in Tuesdays 5:30 - 7:00 PM beginning September 15th 2026. Tired of creating alone? Bring whatever arts and crafts project you’re working on, hang out and enjoy some relaxed, social, creative time.
All skill levels welcome. Share ideas, learn from others and meet new friends. Bring your own supplies and/or use what we have in our makerspace.
Conversations with death at the Olive Free Library
First Saturday of each month from 10-11am at the Olive Free Library
Join three death doulas for Conversations with death, a monthly circle that invites open dialogue about dying, grief, and the cycles of life.
Together, we’ll open space for story, reflection, and connection, inviting curiosity, courage, and compassion into our relationship with death and dying. Facilitated by Cory Smith, Jennifer Muir-Braunstein and Kirby Lee
Music Café at the Olive Free Library
Please join us for our FREE Music Café concert series every 3rd Thursday of the month. For info about our upcoming featured artist, visit the Friends of the Olive Free Library page.
While all performances are free, donations are welcome to support this community event.
Music Café concerts are every 3rd Thursday of the month. Enjoy live music, snacks, and drinks in a cozy, coffeehouse setting with neighbors and friends. No reservations, just come by and enjoy the music! Donations are welcome to support this community event.
Brought to you by the Friends of Olive Free Library.
Toddler Storytime at the Olive Free Library
Mondays at 10:30 a.m.
Wiggles are welcome!
Lego Club at the Shokan Branch
Every 4th Friday of the month from 4:00 - 5:00 pm. Come play with the Library’s Legos! Adults must accompany their children
Chess Club at the Shokan Branch
Mondays from 4-5pm
For intermediate to advanced players. Please bring a chess set if possible. Hosted by Robert Selkowitz. Call or text Robert at 845-616-4550 with questions.
Creating Calm in Challenging Times at the Olive Free Library
Every 2nd Saturday 11am - noon
Overwhelmed & Stressing Out? Join Creating Calm in Challenging Times with Christine Faucher-Kelley of Luminance Coaching at the Olive Free Library! Every 2nd Saturday, at 11:00 am, we will be using Clinical EFT tapping, alongside simple meditation techniques, to release what's getting in the way of connecting with our inner balance and Luminance.
Knitting & Crochet Group at the Olive Free Library
Thursdays 2-3 p.m.
Bring a project or bring supplies to learn how to knit or crochet. Sarah is a skilled artist and is interested in teaching or just being creative with others! No need to sign up, just come ready to create.
Mahjong with Estelle at the Olive Free Library
Every Thursday at 1pm join veteran teacher Estelle Nadler. Learn how to play mahjong in a fun non-competitive environment. Beginners and experienced players are welcome.
Hudson Valley Hives Beekeeping Support Group
Join Hudson Valley Hives for all sorts of beekeeping topics and support. Meets off-site from May - Sept. Meets at the Olive Free Library Oct. - April. Please subscribe to Hudson Valley Hives Newsletter for location of meeting https://hvhives.com/newsletter/
Author’s Roundtable at the Olive Free Library
Meets at the library the 3rd Thursday of each month at 5:30 p.m.
The Olive Picker's Ukulele Group at the Olive Free Library
Meets at the library every Friday at 2:30 p.m. Don’t have a ukulele? You can borrow one with your library card!
Ongoing Meetings
Olive Free Library Friends Group Meeting
The Friends Group meets on the 1st Thursday of the month at 4:30 p.m. Interested? You’re most welcome! Learn more about the Friends Group
The Olive Free Library Board of Trustees
The Library’s Board meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 6:30 p.m. You can learn more about the Board of Trustees here.