February 2026
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.  
     The Devil's Bible: A Cotton Malone Novel by Steve Berry    The Hadacol Boogie: A Dave Robicheaux Novel by James Lee Burke    This Is Not about Us: Fiction by Allegra Goodman    Antihero: An Orphan X Novel by Gregg Hurwitz    It's Not Her by Mary Kubica    Wolf Hour by Jo Nesbo    When I Kill You by B. A. Paris    Cross and Sampson: An Alex Cross and John Sampson Thriller by James Patterson
Library News
SAVE THE DATE: Take Your Child to the Library Day is
Saturday, February 7th!
We will have Scavenger Hunts for kids at all three branches, as well as Musical Storytime in Narrowsburg and Candle Making in Jeffersonville. Every child will get a special sticker to commemorate the day, and a prize to take home for completing the scavenger hunt!
Visit our calendar at WSPLonline.org for more details!
 
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Library Lovers Month
 
February is Library Lovers Month! There are so many reasons to love your local library. Tell us yours! Share a testimonial or what you love here and we will post it at our branches and on social media.  
 
Library Hours
*All Branches will be closed on
Monday, February 16th for President's Day
 
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, February 3rd, 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.
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  The Tenant by Freida McFadden
I'm Afraid You've Got Dragons by Peter S. Beagle
Beloved by Toni Morrison
Mystery/Thriller
Book Club
Thursday,
February
5th, 5:00pm
Jeffersonville
Branch
 
We will be discussing
The Tenant
by Freida McFadden.
Register Online Here.
Fantasy
Book Club
Wednesday,
February
11th, 5:00pm
Narrowsburg
Branch
 
We will be discussing 
I'm Afraid You've Got Dragons
by Peter S. Beagle.
Register Online Here.
Classics
Book Club
Tuesday,
February
17th, 4:00pm Callicoon
Branch
 
We will be discussing
Beloved
by Toni Morrison.
Register Online Here.
The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali
Narrowsburg
Book Club
Wednesday,
February 18th, 11:00am
Narrowsburg Branch
 
We will be discussing
The Lion Women of Tehran
by Marjan Kamali.
Register Here.
Adult Programs
Valentines day cookies
Valentine's Cookie Decorating for Adults
5:00pm, Friday, February 6th
Narrowsburg Branch
   
Join Heather from Cuppie Cakes and decorate 4 Valentine's Day themed sugar cookies! All supplies will be provided. 
Please register as space is limited. Email wsplprograms@rcls.org with any questions.
Register Here for the program.
Drop-In with Public Health
Narrowsburg Branch
Tuesday, February 10th, 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.
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Open Art Studio @ The Library
2:00-4:00pm, Friday, February 13th
Callicoon Branch
  
WSPL invites creators of all ages to explore a variety of art stations—including painting, watercolor, sketching, and more! All at your own pace. This relaxing, self-guided program encourages experimentation, play, and personal expression. No instruction is provided, allowing you to dive into whatever medium inspires you. Drop in, try something new, and enjoy a welcoming space to create.
Register Here for the program.
Suminagashi Water Marbling
4:00pm, Wednesday, February 18th
Narrowsburg Branch
  
Join our Adult Programmer, Ciera, for a workshop on the art of water marbling Suminagashi which first originated in Japan in the 12th century. We will be using nail polish and plain white vases for our demonstration. All supplies will be provided.
Register Here for the program.
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Cricut Meet-Up
Jeffersonville Branch
Wednesday, February 18th, 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, February 20th, 4:00pm 
 
Join Ciera and other crafters in making pipe cleaner flowers!  All supplies will be provided.
 
Click on this link to register.
Saturday Movie: Fences (2016)
Jeffersonville Branch
11:00am, Saturday, February 21st
 
Join us for a screening of Fences (2016). You can look forward to popcorn and good conversation! 
 
FREE ADMISSION - Registration required!
 
Movie: 11:00am (runtime 133 minutes)
© 2016. Paramount Pictures. All Rights Reserved.
 
Board Game Day
Jeffersonville Branch
Saturday, February 28th, 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
Jeffersonville Branch
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!
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.
*except 2/16

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Have any feedback?

Fill out our Adult Program Survey here:
 
https://bit.ly/2026WSPLAdultProgramSurvey
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, February 9th @ 11:00am
Narrowsburg Branch
 
Tuesday, February 10th @ 11:00am
Jeffersonville Branch
 
Wednesday, February 11th @ 11:00am
Callicoon Branch
 
Join us as for our continuing 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/2026WSPLTechSurvey
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 February 2026 Youth Newsletter HERE.
 
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Have any feedback?

Fill out our Youth Programs Survey here:
 
https://bit.ly/2026WSPLYouthProgramSurvey
Friends of the Western Sullivan
Public Library
Become a Friend of the WSPL!
 
Join the group today!
Next meeting FOL Board Meeting is Tuesday, February 17th at 5:30pm, Delaware Free 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 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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