• National Book Lovers’ Day

    Observed each year on August 9, (and sometimes on the first Saturday in November) bibliophiles get to celebrate on National Book Lovers Day! A day for all those who love to read, National Book Lovers Day encourages you to find your favorite reading place, a good book (whether it be fiction or non-fiction) and read the…

  • 28th Annual Community Spelling Bee

    Marist College Student Center 3399 North Road, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

    High school students, college students, and adults of all ages:  join us for this fun, lighthearted Spelling Bee to support adult and family literacy services in the Hudson Valley.  We'll have prizes, costumes, friendly competition, and more bee-related puns than you can shake a sting at.  Hope to see you at this important FUNdraiser! 28th…

  • Walk for Literacy

    Walkway over the Hudson 87 Haviland Rd, Highland, NY, United States

    Walk with us to support a society in which all people can read, write, and reach their potential. Let's celebrate Literacy Week with a walk over the beautiful and historic Walkway over the Hudson.  The walk will commence at the West Plaza at the Highland end of the bridge.  Free parking is available. Registration:   …

  • 29th Annual Community Spelling Bee – POSTPONED, new date TBA

    Marist College Student Center 3399 North Road, Poughkeepsie, NY, United States

    This fun-filled annual event brings together high schoolers, college students, and adults of all ages for a friendly competition that supports basic literacy instruction for adults and reading enrichment for children.  Come join the fun!  For more information, visit our website. This event has been postponed.  New date TBA.