December 2025
Some of the many titles coming soon to a branch near you. Place a hold on any of these titles today!
For ebooks and audiobooks, download the Libby app on your tablet or mobile device.  
     Spasm by Robin Cook    The Birdwatcher by Jacquelyn Mitchard    The Last Days of Marilyn Monroe: A True Crime Thriller by James Patterson    Sharpe's Storm: Richard Sharpe and the Invasion of Southern France, 1813 by Bernard Cornwell    Everybody Wants to Rule the World by Ace Atkins    Tailored Realities by Brandon Sanderson    Before I Forget by Tory Henwood Hoen    Silent Bones by Val McDermid
Library News
Holiday Book Sale in Memory of Sue Kohler
This year, the sale is dedicated in memory of Sue Kohler, longtime volunteer and book sale coordinator.  Sue shared her love of books with the community, coordinating library book sales for over four decades.    
  
The sale runs from Saturday, December 6th, through Saturday, December 13th, during library hours: Tuesday and Wednesday, 10am-8pm, Thursday and Friday, 10am-6pm, and Saturday, 10am-2pm.  There will be plenty of gently used books, and more to choose from!  If you are interested in volunteering at this year’s sale, stop in to sign up or call the library at (845) 482-4350.
 
 
Meet Luis!
 
Our new Building & Grounds Worker
 
Luis is excited to join the WSPL and you may have encountered some of the work he's already completed! From updated bathrooms to new paint, you'll find Luis making improvements at all three branches. Drop by to say hi!
Library Hours
Closing at 2pm on Thursday, December 18th, for a staff meeting.
 
*All Branches will be closed
Wednesday, December 24th & Thursday, December 25th for Christmas
& close at 3pm on Wednesday, December 31st for New Years
 
Delaware Free Branch
845-887-4040  del@rcls.org
Mon, Wed, Thurs: 10am - 5pm
Tuesday: 3pm - 7pm
Friday: 10am - 6pm
Saturday: 11:30am - 4pm 
Jeffersonville Branch
845-482-4350   jef@rcls.org
Tues, Wed: 10am - 8pm
Thurs, Fri: 10am - 6pm
Saturday: 10am - 2pm
Tusten-Cochecton Branch
845-252-3360   nar@rcls.org
Monday: 10am - 8pm
Tuesday: 9:30am - 2pm
Wed, Fri: 10am - 7pm
Saturday: 9:30am - 2pm 
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Book Clubs
Whatcha Reading? Book Club
Jeffersonville Branch
Tuesday, December 2nd, 2:00pm 
 
We are trying out a new style of book club! Every month we will discuss a book that we've independently read and then share it with the group. We will NOT be reading the same book and talking about it, but instead share books we've recently read. This includes any genre!
And the best part is that you can look forward to some snacks.
Email wsplprograms@rcls.org with any questions.
Register Here.
Illustration of a stack of books
  An Unwanted Guest by Shari Lapena
Shield of Sparrows by Devney Perry
Don Quixote by Miguel De Cervantes Saavedra
Mystery/Thriller
Book Club
Thursday,
December
4th, 5:00pm
Jeffersonville
Branch
 
We will be discussing
An Unwanted Guest
by Shari Lapena.
Register Online Here.
Romantasy
Book Club
Wednesday, December
10th, 5:00pm
Narrowsburg
Branch
 
We will be discussing 
Shield of Sparrows
by Devney Perry.
Register Online Here.
Classics
Book Club
Tuesday, December
16th, 4:00pm Callicoon
Branch
 
We will be discussing
Don Quixote (Part 2)
by Miguel de Cervantes Saavedra.
Register Online Here.
Still Life: A GMA Book Club Pick by Sarah Winman
Narrowsburg
Book Club
Wednesday,
December 17th, 11:00am
Narrowsburg Branch
 
We will be discussing
Still Life
by Sarah Winman.
Register Here.
Adult Programs
Lowering Prescription Costs 101
11:00am, Monday, December 1st
Callicoon Branch
 
 Attend this educational workshop and learn how you may save money on your prescriptions.
This workshop will be presented by Stephanie Margulies, Licensed Independent Insurance Agent.
Register Here for the workshop.
No-Knit Yarn Hat Ornaments
5:00pm, Tuesday, December 2nd
Jeffersonville Branch - Registration Link
& 3:00pm Wednesday, December 10th
Narrowsburg Branch - Registration Link
 
Join our adult programmer Ciera in making cute yarn hats for the holidays! All supplies will be provided.
Finding Extraordinary in the Ordinary Photography Workshop
2:00pm, Wednesday, December 3rd
Callicoon Branch
 
Presented by local artist Eric Baylin, the goal of this workshop is to find in the most mundane objects an unexpected beauty, a surprising play of light and shapes, or even unforeseen humor. For more information and to register click here.
Stethescope surrounded by a syringe, heart, and medication.
Drop-In with Public Health
Jeffersonville Branch
Tuesday, December 9th, 11:00am-1:00pm 
 
Stop in to talk to a representative from Sullivan County Public Health! They will provide brochures about programs available to the community in Sullivan County as well as tick kits, hand sanitizers, and much more. They also offer on-the-spot trainings to become certified in administering Narcan. Click on this link for more information about the services Public Health offers: https://www.sullivanny.us/Departments/Publichealth.
Foiling Identity Theft & How to
Spot a Scam with HVCU
Callicoon Branch
Thursday, December 11th, 2:00pm 
 
Join local branch manager, Matthew Warth, from the Hudson Valley Credit Union to learn about important technology skills as it may relate to your finances.
 To register, click the link here.
 
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Photography Workshop Exhibit
Jeffersonville Branch
Tuesday, December 16th, 6:00pm 
 
WSPL hosted four photography workshops last month. Our photographers have worked hard on their skills and are ready to show them off! Join us for a reception where pizza and refreshments will be provided!
To register, click the link here.
This project is made possible in part with funding from a Sullivan County Arts & Heritage Grant, funded by the Sullivan County Legislature and administered by Delaware Valley Arts Alliance.
Cricut Meet-Up
Jeffersonville Branch
Wednesday, December 17th, 5:30pm-7:00pm 
 
Join us for a Cricut Meet-up! Discuss your machine's capabilities, share the latest tips and tricks for your current project, and make something while you're there. 
Click on this link to register.
Craft Lovers
 
Callicoon Branch
Friday, December 19th, 4:00-6:00pm
 
Join Ciera and other crafters to make yarn hat ornaments. All supplies will be provided. 
Click on this link to register.
Board Game Day
Jeffersonville Branch
Saturday, December 27th, 10:00am-1:00pm 
 
Join us for fun games on the fourth Saturday of the month in our community room at the Jeffersonville Branch.
We'll include games like UNO, chess, checkers, Cranium, Scrabble, Trivial Pursuit, and more! You can also bring your own board/card games to play and share with others.
Click on this link to register.
Sew-cial Circle
Town of Callicoon Town Hall in Jeffersonville
Every Thursday* from 1:00pm-3:00pm
 
Come and join fellow needleworkers to talk through and share projects you're working on. This group is open to cross stitchers, embroidery fanatics, and needlepoint lovers. Basic supplies are provided but we welcome you to bring your own. Call us for any questions!
*except 12/25
Narrowsburg Knitters
Narrowsburg Branch
Every Monday at 6:00pm
 
Join the group at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch in Narrowsburg for an evening of knitting, crocheting, and other needle crafts, as well as sharing ideas and showing off your latest projects.
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Have any feedback?

Fill out our Adult Program Survey here:
 
https://bit.ly/2025WSPLAdultProgramEvaluation
Tech Programs
In-Person/Virtual Open Tech Support
 
 Schedule an appointment with our tech and digital navigator for an in-person appointment at one of our three branches or virtually via Zoom.

Mondays, 1-4pm
Narrowsburg Branch
 
Tuesdays, 1-4pm
Jeffersonville Branch
 
Wednesdays, 1-4pm
Callicoon Branch
 
Visit our events calendar to schedule an appointment.

Senior Tech Series
 
Monday, December 15th @ 11:00am Narrowsburg Branch
 
Tuesday, December 16th @ 11:00am Jeffersonville Branch
 
Wednesday, December 17th @ 11:00am Callicoon Branch
 
Join us as we kick off our new senior tech series, where we learn more about technology in digestible chunks and fun morsels. We will also have a discussion on current computers and technology and trends.

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Have any feedback?

Fill out our Tech Program Survey here:
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https://bit.ly/2025WSPLTechProgramEvaluation
Youth Programs
Programs for Littles
ages 0-5 
Calendar & Registration here!
Programs for Kids
ages 6-11
Calendar & Registration here!
Programs for Teens
ages 12-17
Calendar & Registration here!
 
Want to see more programs for kids & teens? Check out our December 2025 Youth Newsletter HERE.
 
 
Friends of the Western Sullivan
Public Library
Become a Friend of the WSPL!
 
Join the group today!
Next meeting is Monday, December 15th at 5:30,
Jeffersonville Branch.
 
Check out our website for more information.

Online Resources
 
Libby is an app you can download from your app store to listen to audiobooks and read e-books.  You can access Kanopy through the Libby app by going to the library building icon and scrolling down to extras.
 
 
Kanopy is a film streaming service offered to Western Sullivan Public Library card holders.  It can be accessed from your computer or by downloading the app from your app store.  There is a collection of films just for kids available too.
 
 
 
The library now offers the only personalized, adaptive language-learning experience that provides the tools and guidance you need to expand your language skills.  
 
Access practice quizzes, find test prep materials from Princeton Review for the SAT/ACT, GRE, GMAT, MCAT, LSAT, and many more. You can also submit an essay for review and prep for AP exams. Click here to get started.
 
Access the digital version of Consumer Reports from our website and find reviews for thousands of products.
 
Available to you at the library only. Ancestry Library Edition includes records from the Census; military records; court, land, probate, vital and church records; directories; petitions for naturalization; passenger lists and more!
 
Full-text of more than 100 major newspapers (New York Times, Financial Times, Dallas Morning News, The Times (London), Boston Herald, Korea Times, Irish Times, & Denver Post.)
 
Students of all ages can learn about any subject and view thousands of up-to-date, curated, and curriculum-relevant articles, images, videos, audio clips, primary sources, maps, research tools, and recommended websites.
 
Explore the 50+ other databases available to you including Britannica Escolar, Educator's Reference Complete, Gale Literature Resource Center, Heritage Quest, JobsNow, Gale In Context: Elementary, New York State Newspapers, Opposing Viewpoints, and many more!
 
Local Resources
Jeffersonville Area Chamber of Commerce
 
 
 
 
Callicoon Business Association
Narrowsburg Chamber of Commerce
The River Reporter

Sullivan County Democrat
WJFF Radio Catskill


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