The Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS) is thrilled to announce the launch of the MHLS Library Road Trip, a collaborative program among the sixty-six (66) MHLS member libraries in Columbia, Dutchess, Greene, Putnam, and Ulster counties. This exciting initiative encourages community members to visit the 70 library buildings of our member libraries during the program timeframe, from June 6 through October 18, 2025.
The MHLS Road Trip aims to achieve several key goals:
- Community Engagement: This program provides a fantastic opportunity for residents to explore the Hudson Valley, visit area libraries, discover local businesses, historic sites, and much more.
- Connecting People with Resources: By participating in the Library Road Trip, residents will gain a deeper understanding of the strength of the area library system and how it can improve their quality of life. With an MHLS library card, participants can access a wealth of resources for free.
- Spreading the Word: Road Trippers are encouraged to share their experiences with others through social media and traditional word-of-mouth, helping to spread the word about the program and the ways that libraries are essential to the community. Tag MHLS and use hashtags #MHlibraryroadtrip and #MidHudsonLibrarySystem on social media.
“Our libraries are a regional treasure, each one is unique and a catalyst for good in their town,” said Rebekkah Smith Aldrich, MHLS Executive Director, “I guarantee that folks will be surprised by some of the wonderful services offered by our area libraries and blown away by how much money they can save by using their local public library.”
Pick up a map at any participating library, and get it stamped at each one that you visit. Participants can earn souvenirs along the way!
- Collect a sticker after visiting 10 libraries
- Collect a magnet after visiting all the libraries in any one county
- Get a tote bag after visiting half of the libraries in the MHLS system (35)
- Receive a Special Edition MHLS library card by completing the entire Road Trip (visiting all 70 library buildings)
For complete details on how to participate in the MHLS Road Trip, visit midhudson.org/roadtrip, or visit one of the participating libraries. Find your local library at https://midhudson.org/libraries/.
About the Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS):
The Mid-Hudson Library System (MHLS) is a cooperative public library system chartered by the New York State Board of Regents and overseen by the New York State Education Department via the Division of Library Development (DLD). MHLS is dedicated to working together with sixty-six (66) member libraries in the Mid-Hudson region to strengthen local library services while saving local tax dollars. MHLS provides essential resources to member libraries and multiplies the funds that enable local libraries to continue serving patrons, keeping our communities strong, connected, and thriving well into the future.
For more information, visit www.midhudson.org or follow the library system on Facebook, Instagram, and Bluesky
