The Official Unveiling of our Mural

Our mural was unveiled at a community ceremony on October 4.  The mural was made possible by a grant from the NY State Homes and Community Renewal  Main Street Program, administered by the MARK Project.  Speakers at the ceremony  included the artist James McIlroy of Oneonta; library Trustee Abigail Wendell; library Director Mary Jean Scudder; and MARK representative Alice Haroldson.  

The inspiration for foxes came from a photograph taken in Kirkside Park, Roxbury, by Trustee Cathy Cammer.  

Roxbury Library Mural on Main

Roxbury Library Unveils Community Mural Funded by MARK Project Grant

  Celebratory Opening Scheduled for October 4, 2025   Roxbury, NY — The Roxbury Library Association is proud to announce a new public mural to be installed on the exterior of the library. The funding is made possible through the NY State Homes and Community Renewal NY Main Street Program administered by the MARK Project which aims to support cultural and economic renewal in rural communities across the Catskills. The mural is being designed and painted by James R. McIlroy, a celebrated mural artist from Oneonta, NY. McIlroy was awarded the commission following a competitive selection process that drew proposals from artists across the region. His design was inspired by visiting the John Burroughs Boyhood Rock and his appreciation for Roxbury’s enchanting natural environment.   “We’re thrilled to bring what will be a meaningful and lasting piece of public art to Main Street.” said Lorrayne Lang-Bolger, President of the Roxbury Library Board of Trustees. “The mural will capture a feature of Roxbury’s natural beauty.”   The public is invited to a celebratory event on Saturday, October 4, 2025, 4 to 5 pm at the Roxbury Library. The event will include remarks from the artist, project partners, and community leaders. All are welcome.   “We’re proud to support projects like this that enrich our town not only economically, but also culturally,” said Peg Ellsworth, of The MARK Project. “The Roxbury Library mural will be a shining example of how creative placemaking can bring people together.”   For more information on the mural project or the October 4 event, contact the Roxbury Library at 607.326.7901or visit https://libraries.4cls.org/roxbury   About the Roxbury Library Association The Roxbury Library serves as a hub for education, literacy, and community connection in the heart of the Catskills. With programming for all ages and a commitment to lifelong learning, the library plays a vital role in the cultural life of Roxbury.   About The MARK Project The MARK Project is a not-for-profit rural development company that supports housing, small businesses, and Main Street revitalization throughout Delaware County and the Central Catskills. This project was funded by NYS Homes and Community Renewal NY Main Street Program.    

Summer in the Park Success!

Our Summer in the Park event was a great success!  What a pleasure to see so many youngsters enjoying themselves in Kirkside Park on a beautiful July day.

Our sincere thanks to:

The Town of Roxbury and Denise Johnston for use of the Kirkside Barns

Our Board of Trustees members who helped in the park:  Lorrayne Bolger, Abbie Wendell, Heather Berg, Stacey Walker

Susan Moravec and the sublime recorder group

Nancy and John from Friends of Freddy the Pig

Tracy and Bill West of the Dragon Wagon Book Bus

Utica Zoo – Ryan and Anna

Morgan and Jordan from Delaware County Head Start

Joan Kemp, Calleigh Porter, McKinley Porter, Grace Walker, Kristi Hadden and the Summer CROP staff and students, Mike Porter, The Good Grocer

 

Announcing the 2025 Raffle to Benefit the Roxbury Library

Tickets are now available for our 2025 Raffle of this beautiful table.  Designed and constructed by Margaretville woodworker Mike Porter, the table is made of Catskills cherry from his property, with natural edges and pin-type legs.  It measures 14″ depth, 3’7″ length, 1-1/2′ tall.

Tickets are $1 each OR 6 tickets for $5.  Drawing will be in December.  Pick up a ticket whenever you stop in or call us at 607-326-7901 for more information on purchasing tickets.