What they call their work
What they do
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Facilitates access to digital media and news contentProvides library cardholders with free digital access to The New York Times, including news, games, cooking, Wirecutter, and The Athletic, through renewable 24-hour access codes with no usage limits. Also enables streaming of movies, TV shows, music, and comics via digital platforms.
- Provides public library services including print and digital collections, programs, and technology accessOffers access to physical and digital materials such as books, ebooks, audiobooks, magazines, newspapers, DVDs, and online databases; provides public computer access, Wi-Fi, printing, copying, faxing, and notary services; and supports inter-library loans and digital borrowing with automatic return and no late fees. Serves residents of the Town of Crawford and parts of the Town of Shawangunk in Orange and Ulster Counties, New York.
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Senior Social & Enrichment Programming 1 activity
- Hosts community programs and educational workshops for adults and childrenOrganizes ongoing programs including story times, summer reading, homework help, book clubs, crafting sessions, defensive driving classes, tax counseling and preparation, Medicare and financial literacy programs, and language learning through interactive courses. Weekly activities include Scrabble and Mahjong games and gentle exercise sessions.
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Used Book and Media Sales for Fundraising 1 activity
- Operates a community center and hosts Friends of the Library book salesManages an adjacent building acquired in 2008 as a community center and hosts periodic book sales of used books, DVDs, and CDs at discounted prices through the Friends of the Library group.
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Digital Literacy Training and Technology Access 1 activity
- Provides technology assistance and digital literacy supportOffers in-person technology help on Fridays by appointment or walk-in, with limited availability on other days, and provides email-based support through Tech Specialists. Assists patrons with digital devices, software, and online services.
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Who runs it
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| DORIS CALLAN | DIRECTOR | 35 | $67K |
- ALYSIA CERONE — SECRETARY
- CARLA MCLAUD — TRUSTEE
- GALE BRITTO — TRUSTEE
- JOHN RUSSELL — TREASURER
- LISA CANNON — VICE PRESIDENT
- SENTA CURRAN RESIGNED 101525 — TRUSTEE
- SHARON TAROLLI — PRESIDENT
- THOMAS BEMONT — TRUSTEE
Who they work with
- Arts Council Partner — Collaborates to identify and meet community needs.
- Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates to identify and meet community needs.
- FDR Presidential Library Partner — Partner organization offering free museum admission through library pass program
- FDR Presidential Library Partner — Provides free access to visitors through museum passes distributed by the library.
- Friends of the Library Partner — Volunteer group that organizes book sales to support the library.
- Historical Society Partner — Collaborates to identify and meet community needs.
- Hoopla Digital Partner — Partner platform for streaming movies, TV shows, music, audiobooks, comics, and ebooks.
- Libby by OverDrive Partner — Partner platform for borrowing ebooks, audiobooks, and magazines.
- Mango Languages Partner — Partner platform offering interactive language learning courses.
- Mohonk Preserve Partner — Partner organization offering free trail access through library pass program
- Mohonk Preserve Partner — Provides free access to visitors through museum passes distributed by the library.
- New York State Office of Parks, Recreation and Historic Preservation Government — Provider of NY Empire Pass for free vehicle entry to state parks and historic sites
- RCLS Government — Email domain indicates affiliation with RCLS, likely the governing library system.
- Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member library participating in regional resource sharing and services.
- Ramapo Catskill Library System Network — Member library within the Ramapo Catskill Library System.
- Storm King Art Center Partner — Partner organization offering free grounds admission through library pass program
- Storm King Art Center Partner — Provides free access to visitors through museum passes distributed by the library.
- The Museum at Bethel Woods Partner — Partner organization offering free admission through library pass program
- Town of Shawangunk Government — Previously contracted for library service; ongoing collaboration with the town.
How they approach the work
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- Community-Centered Programming and Needs Assessmentmethodology: community_centered_programmingBy designing programs and services in response to community input and partnerships with local organizations, the library increases engagement and relevance, because addressing identified community needs leads to higher utilization and impact.
- Expanding Access to Cultural and Educational Resourcesmethodology: access_expansionBy providing free access to digital content, museum passes, and park passes through library membership, the library promotes lifelong learning and civic engagement, because removing financial and logistical barriers increases community participation in cultural and educational activities.