The Mayo Library and David Bohnet Cyber Center
The new and improved Mayo Library and David Bohnett Cyber Center at the Community Center are open and, for the first time ever, our collection is cataloged and available for borrowing!
After many months of dedicated work, our volunteer Library Stewards have organized, classified, cataloged and reshelved over 3,000 LGBTQ+ books.
To explore what's in the collection, stop in or click on the online catalog button. We have both adult and youth collections!
Find a new novel, read some poetry or try a graphic novel.
Come find your next mystery, science fiction or romance! Explore nonfiction about politics, art, gender and sexuality, health, history and more — or try a memoir!
The Mayo Library
The Mayo Library is home to the largest selection of LGBTQ+ books and magazines in the Hudson Valley. Come browse, sit and stay awhile. Our collection includes fiction, nonfiction, memoir, poetry, graphic novels and periodicals for adults and young readers alike.
The Library is open for browsing and borrowing whenever the Community Center is open, and Library Stewards are on hand during the week to assist you and answer questions.
Stay tuned for upcoming programming including a monthly film series with discussion, story hours, book groups and the Queer Voices author talk series in collaboration with Woodstock’s The Golden Notebook bookstore.
The Youth Library
Our Youth Library is one of the only exclusively LGBTQ+ libraries in New York State for kids and teens. It features everything from picture books to middle grade, young adult and graphic novels, as well as nonfiction. Whether your child is just learning to read or navigating their teenage years, there is something here for every young reader. Check out our calendar or add yourself to our email list to learn about our free storytimes, which are offered throughout the year.
Help Grow our Collection: Book Donations
There are three ways to help build and grow the Library’s collection. You can purchase a book or books for either of our wishlists below or you can donate a book or books from your collection.
If you order from either one of the wishlists below, a brand new book will be sent directly to the Community Center.
For donations from personal collections, we welcome donations of books in new or like new conditions. We may also accept rare books or books that are no longer in print. Subjects should be LGBTQ+ related. If you would like to discuss a donation, email library@lgbtqcenter.org.
Alternatively, if you’d like to make a directed donation to the Library, you can get in touch with Juliet Brown, our Director of Operations and Development at juliet@lgbtqcenter.org. Our Library Stewards will use your gift to make purchases for the collection where they are most needed or as you direct.
Youth Library Wishlists
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Picture Book
Give our youngest readers joyful, inclusive stories that celebrate who they are. Every picture book gifted is a child seen and celebrated.
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Middle Grade
Help us grow our collection for readers ages 8–12. Your donation brings LGBTQ+ stories of friendship, identity, and belonging to young minds in our community.
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Graphic Novels
Help us build a vibrant graphic novel collection for all ages. Visual storytelling that reflects and affirms our community.
The David Bohnett Cyber Center
The David Bohnett Cyber Center bridges the digital divide for those without computer access. Whether you need to write a resume, explore creative software or simply get online, we're here for you.
The Cyber Center features six iMac desktop computers a wireless printer and access to Microsoft Word, Excel, Publisher, Adobe Photoshop, Pages, GarageBand, Photo Booth, Firefox, Safari, Google Chrome and more. WiFi is also available for laptop users.
Digital Navigator: Free Tech Support
Did you know you can get free tech support for your computer, tablet, phone, or software right here at the Community Center? Tara Morris, our Program and Operations Specialist, is a certified Digital Navigator trained through the Mid-Hudson Library System.
To schedule an appointment, contact Tara at tara@lgbtqcenter.org or 845.331.5300, extension 1005.
We are always looking for help managing and growing our collection. Interested in volunteer with the Library? Reach out to Juliet Brown at juliet@lgbtqcenter.org.