Fordham University professor emeritus Brian Rose will look at the history of the Broadway-to-movie musical, from adaptations to modern reinterpretations. This is a Zoom presentation that will be shown in the library or can be viewed from home. For virtual viewing, library members may register by visiting our website. In-person viewing: No registration required. For additional inquiries, please call the library at 631-567-5079.

Professional photographer, author, and instructor John P. Cardone will teach a range of activities from handing out monthly photography assignments and sharing photos to learning basic photographic techniques. Members can use DSLR cameras, smartphones, or even no camera if they are interested in learning about places to visit that offer good scenery and wildlife subjects. No registration required. For additional information, please call the library at 631-567-5079 or visit our website.

Orchids are one-of-a-kind in beauty and performance. A representative from Cornell Cooperative Extension will be here to share a number of varieties, colors, and shapes of these attractive tropical plants. You will also learn how to promote repeat blooms. No registration required. For additional information, please call the library at 631-567-5079 or visit our website.

Frank Castella, Jr. of the Dutchess County Regional Chamber of Commerce will talk about the history, logistics, weather requirements, planning and execution, activities, and fundraising that goes into the annual Hudson Valley Hot Air Balloon Festival. This is a Zoom presentation that will be shown in the library or can be viewed from home. For virtual viewing, library, library members may visit our website. In-person viewing: No registration required. For additional inquiries, please visit our website.