English for Speakers of Other Languages with Karina Cerna Thursday, March 14 12:30-3:30 pm Tutoring is available for both adults and teens. Sessions are for one hour. To schedule an appointment with Karina register at the front desk or call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444. This publication (product) was supported by (or “in part by”) funds from the New York State Library’s Adult Literacy Services grant program.
Tuesday, February 19 6:00-8:00 pm Marian Grudko, author, composer, storyteller, book editor, publisher and amateur gardener comes to our library as a Human Book! Sign up for a twenty-minute conversation with her on any area of her expertise. Find out things like: How she published her popular book Lucinda Snowdrop How to bring your own book into the world What it’s like to set stories to music or even how to grow the best tomatoes! Registration is required. To register please call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444.
Back by popular demand, the Pawling Human Library Project is a joint venture between the Pawling School District and the Pawling Library. It is an opportunity for members of the community to connect with educators and each other to share their stories. This year’s event will take place on Tuesday February 19th, 12-3 PM. Now, you can sign up to attend the event and “read” up to six human “books!” Human “books” will each lead 20 minute long discussions about their chosen topic. Follow the link below and fill out the form to register to attend the event. Click here to sign up Last year was a great success, and we are looking forward to having even more people participate this year. Please sign up soon and tell your friends to do the same. This is a great opportunity to help integrate the school system, the library, and the Pawling community.
This program is being provided by Taconic Resources for Independence Friday, February 8 3:00-4:30 pm If you are under the age of 65 and have questions about how to apply for Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI), Supplemental Security Income (SSI); or have questions about how much can you earn without losing your benefits including Medicaid and/or Medicare, then sign-up for one of the following workshops presented by TRI’s Mobile Benefits Counselor! *If you require a sign-language interpreter you must call or email 2 weeks in advance to Attn: Mandi (845) 452.3913 x119, m.sheraden@taconicresources.org Registration is required. To register please call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444.
The Pawling Library is looking to hire a part-time Library Clerk to work at the circulation desk on alternating weeks. If you are interested, you can read more about the position and apply online at https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/jobs/. Only applications submitted through our online portal will be considered. If you would like more information about applying, please email our library director, Brian Avery at director@pawlinglibrary.org.
Tuesday, February 5 7:00-9:30 pm Receive insightful messages from psychic Elka Boren. Discover how your future will unfold. Elka Boren: From an early age in Panama and for the past 30 years has had a natural healing ability to connect and communicate with the unseen world. Her energetic healings and clairvoyance remove blockages on all levels. Program fee: $20.00. NOTE: This program will take place at Angel Aura Spiritual Boutique, located at 12 West Main St in Pawling. Registration is required. To register please call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444.
Back by popular demand, the Pawling Human Library Project is a joint venture between the Pawling School District and the Pawling Library. It is an opportunity for members of the community to connect with educators and each other to share their stories. This year’s event will take place on Tuesday February 19th, 12-3 PM. Individuals can volunteer to become “books” that others can “check out” and have an engaging conversation on the topic chosen by the “book”. They will also have the opportunity to act as “readers” by selecting “books” to “check out” for themselves. In other words, you choose something from your life or experience that you think others might be interested to hear, and then other people people sign up to discuss it. Each conversation lasts about 20 minutes and includes one to four other people. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more or in volunteering to be a book, please go to https://pcsdhumanlibrary.wordpress.com/ Last year was a great success, and we are looking forward to having even more people participate this...
Wednesday, January 16 7:00-8:00 pm Feel the peace by being present in the moment. Quiet and calm your mind and body. Experience your genuine self. Please join us for a relaxing session of Yin Yoga followed by Meditation. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or blanket. Program fee: $4.00. Registration is required. To register please call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444.
Register now for the winter session of teen programs. For priority registration, register between January 9 and January 15. If you register before the 15th, you will receive notification of which programs you got into by January 18. You can register in person at the library, by calling 845-855-3444, or by emailing Kate at teen@pawlinglibrary.org Programs begin on Saturday, January 19 and end on Friday, March 22. To see a full list of programs, visit the teen program page at pawlinglibrary.org/teenprograms
Registration is now open for Winter 2019 Children’s Programs. It’s cold outside, but warm in the library! Free, educational, and fun programs are available for children birth-fourth grade. This program cycle will run nine weeks from January 19 – March 23. Lottery registration will run January 9-15, with rolling registration to follow as space is available. For more information, or to register, visit our Registration portal at http://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/children/programs/ Due to space restraints, registration is required for most programming. Registration is by lottery. In planning what programs to enroll in, please take note of age and grade restrictions. Interested in receiving updates about new and exciting programs all year long? Sign up for our children’s programs email list at https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/childrensemails/
Friday, 10:30 – 11:30 am -Ms. Neena, Main Library Please enter through side door.
On Friday mornings, kids rule the library! Join Ms. Neena, while the library is still closed, for an uninhibited, fun and loud story time. This program incorporates sensory, art, storytelling, music, and movement all in one to prepare children to read, write, and think critically. Topics vary by week, and the program ends with activity stations. Parents and caregivers required to remain in the library for the duration of the program.
Interested in joining? Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk.
Alternating Fridays (2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/15) 1:00-2:00 pm – Ms. Neena, Library Annex
This program serves a wide variety of purposes and welcomes homeschoolers of all ages to create an inclusive space for discussion and social learning. Activities based around family’s needs are implemented, freeing caregivers up to come together, support, and learn from one another.
This season, the focus will be collaborative activities, social consciousness, and mindfulness.
Interested in joining? Visit our registration portal at http://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/children/programs/ or stop by the circulation desk.
Fridays, 4:00-5:00 PM
Not meeting on 1/25
Each week we will complete a different creative Do It Yourself art project. You will be walked through each project step by step. Projects will include paintings, galaxies in a bottle, and tie dyed bandannas. This club is perfect for serious crafters and those looking to brush up on their crafting skills.
Registration is Required. Register in person at the Pawling Library, by calling 845-855-3444, or by emailing teen@pawlinglibrary.org
Every other Friday, 6:30-8:30 PM
2/1, 2/15, 3/1, 3/15
Project Do Something is a community service organization that meets on Friday nights to work on small but impact-full projects to better our community. Earn community service hours while having fun with your friends.
This is a drop-in program – no need to register, just show up ready to work
