Upcoming Events

[For ages 0-5] For plenty of interactive themes, stories, and action songs with props, Romp and Read will help get the wiggles out through a variety of early literacy activities.

Nineteen Minutes by Jodi Picoult

Prose fiction writers of all types and levels are invited to bring their notebooks, laptops, or other writing implements and join us for an evening of writing together.

[For ages 0-5] This fun participatory storytime for the whole family includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. No registration is required.

The RCS Community Library Board of Trustees' Personnel Committee will be meeting to discuss updates to the staff Personnel Handbook. 
Agenda
Sick Leave Bank
Attendance and Leave: Review call-out procedure
Dress Code

[For ages 0-5] For plenty of interactive themes, stories, and action songs with props, Romp and Read will help get the wiggles out through a variety of early literacy activities.

Chair Yoga: September and October Series 

[For adults, 50+] Join us in the RCS Community Library for this series of gentle chair yoga classes. Registration is required. Registration is for the entire series:

[For ages 0-8 and their caregivers] This month, for Saturday Fun for Families, we will meet firefighters from the Ravena Fire Dept. Kids will learn about fire safety, see what gear firefighters wear, and even take a look at the fire truck!

Unwind at an informal gathering with fellow yarn crafters to work on your projects, ask questions, get inspired, and just enjoy crafting in a group. Bring your own supplies, all skill levels are welcome!

[For adults] 

[For ages 0-5] For plenty of interactive themes, stories, and action songs with props, Romp and Read will help get the wiggles out through a variety of early literacy activities.

[For adults] Prose fiction writers of all types and levels are invited to bring their notebooks, laptops, or other writing implements and join us for an evening of writing together.

[For adults] Mismatched cousins David (Jesse Eisenberg) and Benji (Kieran Culkin) reunite for a tour through Poland to honor their beloved grandmother.

[For ages 0-5] This fun participatory storytime for the whole family includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. No registration is required.

The RCS Community Library Board of Trustees Building and Grounds Committee will meet to discuss the creation of a Facilities Plan and ongoing building issues. 

All Committee Meetings are open to the public. 

[For ages 0-5] The Ravena Fire Dept. will be visiting Romp and Read for our annual Fire Prevention Week storytime! Firefighters will join in the fun, assisting with a story, putting on their firefighting attire, and bringing along a fire truck!

Chair Yoga: September and October Series 

[For adults, 50+] Join us in the RCS Community Library for this series of gentle chair yoga classes. Registration is required. Registration is for the entire series:

The monthly meeting of the Board of Trustees' Finance Committee. The Finance Committee reviews the monthly financial reports, audits the check registers, and account reconciliations. 

[For adults] 

The monthly meeting of the RCS Community Library Board of Trustees. All are welcome.

[For ages 0-5] For plenty of interactive themes, stories, and action songs with props, Romp and Read will help get the wiggles out through a variety of early literacy activities.

[For adults] Resident needle felting expert Donna Hamilton will demonstrate how to make some adorable, autumnal felted pumpkins. Whether you're a beginner or have some needle felting experience, spend some time with fellow crafters!

[For tweens and teens] Can you taste the difference between store-brand and name-brand snacks? Come to the library for a blind taste test of cookies, crackers, and chips, and see how sensitive your taste buds are.

[For ages 0-5] This fun participatory storytime for the whole family includes songs, fingerplays, stories and movement activities. Early literacy activities are emphasized. No registration is required.