March 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.  
     You with the Sad Eyes: A Memoir by Christina Applegate    Daughter of Egypt by Marie Benedict    Life: A Love Story by Elizabeth Berg    The Night We Met (Standard Edition) by Abby Jimenez    A Far-Flung Life by M. L. Stedman    Felicia's Favorites by Danielle Steel    Everyone in This Bank Is a Thief by Benjamin Stevenson    Once and Again by Rebecca Serle
Library News
Library Budget Vote Set for Wednesday, April 22, 2026

The 2026-2027 Library Budget Vote will be held at all three branches from 2:00pm to 8:00pm on Wednesday, April 22, 2026.  A Budget Information Session is scheduled for Monday, April 13, 2026, at 5:00pm, at the Tusten-Cochecton Branch in Narrowsburg.  The library's 2025 Annual Report to the Community and the 2026-2027 proposed budget will be available at the branches and online at www.WSPLonline.org starting March 23, 2026.  
 
We're Hiring Sign Board
Want to work at the library? 
 
The Western Sullivan Public Library is seeking candidates for a part-time Library Page opening on Saturdays at our Delaware Free Branch in Callicoon. Salary is $16.00 per hour for 5 hours per week. Send application and resume in PDF format to wspldirector@rcls.org. Find more information and the application at www.WSPLonline.org, under About Us > Employment Opportunities. Position will remain open until filled.
Library Hours
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, March 10th, 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 Tainted Cup by Robert Jackson Bennett
The Scarlet Letter by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Mystery/Thriller
Book Club
Thursday,
March
5th, 5:00pm
Jeffersonville
Branch
 
We will be discussing
Aftertaste
by Naomi Holoch.
Register Online Here.
Fantasy
Book Club
Wednesday,
March
11th, 5:00pm
Narrowsburg
Branch
 
We will be discussing 
The Tainted Cup by Robert
Jackson Bennett.
Register Online Here.
Classics
Book Club
Tuesday,
March
17th, 4:00pm Callicoon
Branch
 
We will be discussing
The Scarlet Letter
by Nathaniel Hawthorne
Register Online Here.
The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters
Narrowsburg
Book Club
Wednesday,
March 25th, 11:00am
Narrowsburg Branch
 
We will be discussing
The Berry Pickers
by Amanda Peters.
Register Here.
Adult Programs
Drop-In with Public Health
Jeffersonville Branch
Tuesday, March 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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Suminagashi Water Marbling
5:00pm, Tuesday, March 10th
Jeffersonville 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.
Open Art Studio @ The Library
2:00-4:00pm, Friday, March 13th
Jeffersonville 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.
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Saturday Movie: The Ides of March (2011)
Jeffersonville Branch
11:00am, Saturday, March 14th
 
Join us for a screening of The Ides of March (2011). You can look forward to popcorn and good conversation! 
 
FREE ADMISSION - Registration required!
 
Movie: 11:00am (runtime 101 minutes)
© 2011. Columbia Pictures Industries Inc. All Rights Reserved.
 
Cricut Meet-Up
Jeffersonville Branch
Wednesday, March 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, March 20th, 4:00pm 
 
Join Ciera and other crafters in making felt drawstring bags!  All supplies will be provided.
 
Click on this link to register.
Spring Soup w/Dale Buchheister
Jeffersonville Branch
Wednesday, March 25th, 5:00pm 
 
Participants will learn how to make two soups with simple ingredients that are great for celebrating the spring season!
Bring a food item from your pantry to add to the soup.
Bring a mason jar or reusable container - there will be leftovers!
Supplies are limited so registration is required!
Cymatica: Sound and Vision Cinema
Callicoon Branch
Friday, March 27th, 6:00pm 
 
In this immersive performance and workshop, Ramona Jan plays the handpan, a convex steel percussion instrument shaped like a flying saucer that produces an ethereal, tranquil, harp-like sound when struck with the fingers. The experience concludes with a talkback conversation, a hands-on opportunity to try the handpan, and an up-close look at the puppets and artwork used in the animation.
Free to attend; please register here and email wsplprograms@rcls.org with any questions.
Board Game Day
Jeffersonville Branch
Saturday, March 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.

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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, March 9th @ 11:00am
Narrowsburg Branch
 
Tuesday, March 10th @ 11:00am
Jeffersonville Branch
 
Wednesday, March 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 March 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 Monday, March 16th at 5:30pm, Tusten-Cochecton 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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