HIGHLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
What began as a simple reading room in 1915 has grown to include a vast catalog of traditional materials along with the latest digital media, research and educational tools, and community programs.
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Library Budget Vote
The annual budget vote will be held in the library from 11am-8pm on Wednesday May 5, 2021.
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Backyard Birds of the Hudson Valley
During this hour-long presentation by a Mohonk Preserve educator, you will get a few tips and tricks to identifying our feathered friends visiting the feeders.
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Calling all Ulster County Students
Budding Artists and Illustrators, this is your chance to shine. Do you have what it takes to create the most awesome I VOTED sticker?
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The library is open with limited services.

Services and number of people at one time will be limited. The safety of staff and all community members is our top priority.

New Hours:
We are open MWF 10am-4:30pm, TTH 12noon-6:30pm and Saturday 10am-2:30pm

  • MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR EVERYONE OVER 2 years of age IN THE BUILDING. If you can not wear a mask please contact the library and we will provide remote services. Social distancing must be followed.
  • The traffic flow of the building is now one way. There are arrows on the floor and shelves throughout the building.
  • The front door is only for entrance.  All public will exit the building by the emergency exit in the children’s area.
  • Books can be returned to the outside book return or at the book return in the front desk.
  • Holds and crafts will be picked up at the front desk,  but all checkouts will be done at the children’s circulation desk to prohibit lines in front of the entrance.

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Library Budget Vote

Download Budget Vote Absentee Ballot

The annual budget vote will be held in the library from 11 am-8 pm on Wednesday May 5, 2021.

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Covid-19 Vaccine

If you require assistance working getting a vaccine in Ulster County, please contact us, we can help you navigate the system. However, we can not schedule appointments.

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Featured Events & Programs

Technology Instruction

Learn how to be more productive using your computer and library apps with technology training at your library.
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Virtual

Backyard Birds

A special program, Backyard Birds of the Hudson Valley will be presented by Mohonk Preserve. Begin your lifelong hobby of bird watching today!
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Virtual

Recycle Right Program

Learn how to properly recycle for Earth Day! Get your questions answered like, "Why can't all plastics be recycled?" and more. Seats are limited.
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Virtual

Curbside Craft Kits

Check the calendar often for our weekly curbside crafts. These take home kits go quickly. Registration is required. Call the library at 845-691-2275 to arrange pickup.
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Virtual

Book Clubs

Just one more chapter! Enjoy reading this spring with our virtual book clubs. Check the schedule to see what we're reading next.
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Surprise Book Bags are Hot!

Popular with patrons! Tell us what you like and we will build you a surprise book bag! For all ages. Educational, special topics and homeschool bags available.
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