named programs · 11 · from sources
What they call their work
Children's Story Walk
Outdoor storybook experience at the Youth Commission Field available throughout the summer
Computer Classes
Weekly classes offered to help patrons develop digital literacy skills
Dungeons & Dinos
Beginner-friendly, 2-hour Dungeons & Dragons style game for ages 10 and up, themed around dinosaurs and adventure
Free Home Delivery
Delivers library books to homebound individuals within the Argyle village limits
Great Books Reading Group
Monthly book discussion group meeting on the second Thursday of each month from 7:30–9:00 PM
Knitting Club
Weekly gathering on Wednesdays from 2–4 PM for community members to knit and socialize
MyFreeTaxes Support
Library provides access to computers and Wi-Fi for patrons using MyFreeTaxes.com to file taxes independently
Prehistoric Geode Smash
Hands-on activity where participants smash geodes, dig for fossils, and learn about rocks and minerals
Silent Wings Raptor Program
Educational event featuring live birds of prey and lessons on raptors’ connections to dinosaurs
Stuffy Adoption Event
Family-friendly event where children can adopt stuffed animals; donations support local animal rescues
VITA Tax Assistance
Free tax preparation services for individuals earning $53,000 or less, provided in partnership with Tri County United Way and IRS-certified volunteers
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Public Access Technology Services 3 activities
- 3D printing servicesOffers 3D printing services using PLA material at a rate of $0.02 per gram, $0.50 per hour, with a $2.00 minimum fee.
- Printing, copying, scanning, and faxing servicesProvides low-cost printing and copying services with black-and-white prints at $0.10–$0.25 per side and color prints at $1.00 per side. Offers faxing services for $1.00 per page (or $1.00–$2.00 depending on page count) and free document scanning with email or flash drive download options.
- Public access to computers, internet, and technology supportOffers public access to multiple desktop computers, high-speed Wi-Fi, and personalized IT support. Provides ongoing computer classes twice weekly since January 2017 and supports community members in tasks such as applying for health insurance and filing taxes using online platforms like MyFreeTaxes.com.
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Public Access to Digital and Physical Library Collections 2 activities
- Lending library services for physical and digital materialsProvides books, multimedia materials, and digital resources including over 6,200 children's e-books via My On to support education, personal enrichment, and recreation. Offers free library cards to Argyle residents, enabling access to local collections and interlibrary loans through a network of 57 member libraries in the Southern Adirondack Library System (SALS) and Mountain View Library System (MVLS).
- Library operations and administrative policiesOperates the library during regular weekday and Saturday hours, with closures on most federal and cultural holidays except for Independence Day when it hosts a book sale. Eliminates overdue fines to reduce barriers to access while charging replacement fees for lost or damaged materials, which are waived upon return.
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Inclusive Social & Recreational Events 1 activity
- Community programs and educational eventsHosts a variety of ongoing and special events including a weekly Knitting Club, monthly Great Books Reading Group, Story Walks, live raptor education programs, geode smashing, bookmark workshops, tabletop gaming, and family-friendly adoption events. These programs promote literacy, STEM learning, creativity, and community engagement.
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Used Book and Media Sales for Fundraising 1 activity
- Fundraising eventsHosts annual fundraising events including a spring plant sale, bake sale, basket raffle, and a book sale every July 4th to support library operations.
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Home Delivery and Curbside Pickup Services 1 activity
- Home delivery of library materialsProvides free home delivery of library books to residents within Argyle village limits who are unable to visit the library in person.
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Community Space Provision 1 activity
- Meeting and study space accessProvides private meeting and study space with a long table in the back wing of the library, available by request, as well as general public access to library facilities during scheduled hours Monday through Saturday.
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Library Volunteer Coordination & Community Engagement 1 activity
- Volunteer and community engagement initiativesEngages volunteers in annual projects such as creating book bags for kindergartners, maintaining the library garden, cleaning book stacks, and organizing events, fostering community involvement and service.
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financials · form 990EZ · fy2025
revenue
Total revenue$115K
Contributions & grants$24K21%
Program service revenue$87K75%
Investment income$4K3%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$105K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$67K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$235K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$235K
5 years on record · 2021–2025 · YoY revenue +0.4%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2025
Who runs it
board members · 3
- Carol Kuhr — Trustee
- Patricia Hall — Trustee
- Wesley Craig — Trustee
relationships · 29
Who they work with
- Argyle Free Library Charter Government — Charter document outlining the legal foundation and governance of the Argyle Free Library.
- Ask a Biologist Partner — Connects children with experts to answer scientific questions about animals and biology.
- Bug Guide Partner — Provides an online community and resource for learning about insects, spiders, and other arthropods.
- CSI: Web Adventures Partner — Provides crime-solving games that teach forensic science, sponsored by the National Science Foundation.
- Code Monster Partner — Offers an interactive platform for children to learn computer coding.
- Code.Org Partner — Partner organization offering computer coding education resources for teens.
- Crandall Library Partner — Partners with Crandall Library to fulfill interlibrary loan requests when materials are not available within the 57-member MVLS and SALS system.
- Discovery Education Partner — Provides access to interactive educational resources including games, videos, and virtual labs for students.
- DoSomething.org Partner — Partner organization providing community service and activism opportunities for teens.
- FBI Partner — Offers internet safety education for children through interactive games and safety tips.
- Facebook Partner — Used as a platform for outreach and communication by the Friends of the Argyle Free Library.
- Figment Partner — Partner organization supporting teen creative writing through an online community platform.
- Fun Brain Partner — Provides math and reading games in a video-game format for children.
- Great Websites for Kids Partner — Offers a curated collection of high-quality websites for children, recommended by librarians across America through the American Library Association.
- Homework Spot Partner — Offers grade-appropriate educational resources for students, parents, and teachers.
- I Was Wondering Partner — Highlights the achievements of women in science through an educational project by the National Academy of Sciences.
- MVLS Network — Member of the MVLS library system, enabling shared access to resources across 57 member libraries.
- Middle Shelf Partner — Provides free online magazines published for kids and teens.
- National Geographic for Kids Partner — Offers educational content including games, videos, photos, and information for children.
- PBS Kids Partner — Provides educational games and videos for children.
- SALS Network — Member of the SALS library system, allowing shared borrowing across 57 member libraries.
- San Diego Zoo Kids Partner — Offers an interactive website with games, videos, and photos of animals for children.
- Saratoga County Association of Towns, Villages, and Cities Government — Member organization providing library services within the county system.
- Silent Wings Raptor Rehab Partner — Collaborates with the library to present a live raptor education program connecting birds of prey to dinosaurs.
- Smithsonian Tween Tribune Partner — Provides a free educational website for K-12 students and teachers from the Smithsonian Institution.
- Southern Adirondack Library System Network — Charter member of the Southern Adirondack Library System (SALS), enabling access to shared resources.
- Tri County United Way Partner — Partner organization that provides the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program promoted by Argyle Free Library.
- Washington County Office for the Aging Partner — Collaborates with Argyle Free Library Association to support seniors in Washington County.
- Washington County Office for the Aging Partner — Collaborates with the Argyle Free Library Association to serve seniors in Washington County
strategies · 2
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Community-Centered Learning Hub Modelmethodology: community_learning_hubBy positioning the library as a dynamic center for learning, connection, and innovation—offering digital access, skill-building, and interactive content—the organization fosters deeper community engagement because it responds to evolving educational and social needs beyond traditional book lending.
- Equitable Access Through Barrier Reductionmethodology: equitable_accessBy eliminating overdue fines and providing home delivery services, the library increases access to resources for all community members, particularly those who face economic or physical barriers, because reducing penalties and expanding access channels promotes inclusive and consistent engagement with library materials.