Calendar

Movie: Judy
Stars: Renée Zellweger
Biography, Drama
Rated: PG-13
1h 58min

Spend an entertaining afternoon with us enjoying a newly released film.
We’ll have popcorn but please feel free to bring your own snack and beverage.
This afternoon movie presentation is for an adult audience.
Please observe the film’s ratings.
See you at the movies!

Registration is required. Call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444 to register or send an email to Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.

Cancelled. This program has been cancelled and will not be rescheduled this programming cycle. With questions, contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org or 845-855-3444.

Tuesdays 9:00 am-9:45 am – Ms. Neena

THIS PROGRAM IS HELD AT THE HOLMES WHALEY LAKE CIVIC ASSOCIATION

We’re expanding in to Holmes! Early literacy is an important part of a baby’s healthy development. We read, sing, babble, and bounce together. Learn resources to use at home and meet other caregivers. Ends with social play.

Registration for winter programs starts January 8. Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk for more information.

This program has been cancelled. For more information, please visit our informational page. 

THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN MOVED TO THE LIBRARY ANNEX ROOM. With questions, ask at the circulation desk.

Tuesdays 10:15-11:00 am – Ms. Neena

Early literacy is an important part of a baby’s healthy development. We read, sing, babble, and bounce together. Learn resources to use at home and meet other caregivers. Ends with social play.

Hatha Yoga is one of the most popular relaxing forms of exercise.

Come spend an hour with us and enjoy a new found path to tranquility.

Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or blanket.

Each session ends with a guided meditation.

Program fee:$4.00.

Registration is required. Call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444 to register or send an email to Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.

Tuesday, January 28
4:00-5:00 pm

The book club will be discussing The Lost Girls of Paris, by Pam Jenoff.

Share your thoughts about your favorite novels with friends.
Book selections are agreed upon by our members…we want you to be happy after all.
Please join us.

Registration is required. Call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444 to register or send an email to Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.

15 minute sessions BY APPOINTMENT

Alternating Tuesdays (1/14, 1/28, 2/11, 2/25, 3/10) 4:15-5:15 pm – Phil and Suzanne

Registered therapy dogs Marcie and Alexander love stories, cuddles, and making new friends! Children can sign up for a 15 minute session with these pups, and read to them in a low-stress environment.
Perfect for emerging and struggling readers!

Interested in joining? Visit https://pawlinglibrary.setmore.com/ or contact us directly to sign up. With questions, contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org or 845-855-3444.

Tuesday, January 28, 7:00-8:00 pm.

The book club will be discussing Mr. Wonderful by Dan Clowe.

The Graphic Novel Book Club is an adult book club that meets monthly to discuss comics and graphic novels. We will select from a wide variety of titles – indie and foreign comics to classic superhero storylines. Whether you are just getting into comics or a life-long reader, you’ll find good conversation and something new to read.

Registration is required. Call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444 to register or send an email to Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.

This program has been cancelled. For more information, please visit our informational page. 

Wednesdays, 10:30-11:30 am – Ms. Neena, Library Annex

Teachers say that the skills that lead to the most student success in school are their social and emotional skills. Join us to help develop these skills, all while children play! This supervised hour of fun provides a large space for children to meet and play, either inside or out, depending on the weather. Bring a favorite toy or game and invite a friend!

Interested in joining? Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk.

This program has been cancelled. For more information, please visit our informational page. 

Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 pm – Ms. Neena

This program starts in the main library and ends in the library annex.

We love stories! Each week, we will dive into gorgeous picture books and have fun making connections to what we read. Program includes art or sensory activity, songs, and more. All activities designed to help foster a love of reading and prepare children for kindergarten.

Caregivers must remain in the library with children who are not fully potty trained.

Interested in joining? Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk.

This program has been cancelled. For more information, please visit our informational page. 

Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 am- Ms. Neena

Does your baby love to bounce and play? Join Ms. Neena for a story, singing, and rhyming sure to get baby giggling. All activities are designed to enhance attention and focus, familiarize children with the fundamentals of reading and talking, and instill a love of reading. The program ends with a 10-15 minute social play session or baby-safe art activity.

Registration for winter programs starts January 8. Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk for more information.

The annex is reserved for a committee meeting of the board of trustees.

Afternoon Hatha Yoga with Maria Polhemus

Hatha Yoga is one of the most popular relaxing forms of exercise.

Come spend an hour with us and enjoy a new found path to tranquility.

Please wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat or blanket.

Each session ends with a guided meditation.

Program fee:$4.00.

Registration is required. Call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444 to register or send an email to Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.

Alternating Thursdays (1/30, 2/13, 2/27, 3/12) 4:00-5:00 pm – Ms. Neena

What do scavenger hunts, petri dishes, and jumping jacks all have in common? They can all teach us something about the human body! Participants will help gather and observe germ specimens from around our library, learn how to measure their heart rate, and more!

Caregivers are welcome, but not required. Registration is required.

Interested in joining? Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk.

This program has been cancelled. For more information, please visit our informational page. 

Fridays, 9:30 – 10:30 am -Ms. Neena

Please note that there are two sessions of this program on Fridays, the second at 10:45 am. Families may register for one.

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.

This program has been cancelled. For more information, please visit our informational page. 

Fridays, 10:45 – 11:45 am -Ms. Neena

Please note that there are two sessions of this program on Fridays, the first at 9:30 am. Families may register for one.

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.

The library annex is reserved for a committee meeting of the library’s board of trustees.

Friday, 1/31, 5:30-6:30 pm

Rumors of another plot to make off with library valuables have surfaced! The Pawling Library is putting out a call to all junior sleuths in the area to help thwart this band of thieves! Join us for a library wide game that pits thieves against sleuths in a combination of simple game themes such as red light, green light and battleship to see which team wins. Previous participants will get to switch roles.

Caregivers welcome but not required. Interested in joining? Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk.

Two Sessions:
Friday, January 31 (Sculpting) & Friday, February 7 (Painting)
Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Have a heart, and give a heart to make someone happy. The hearts we’ll be making will be donated to The Pawling Resource Center.

…and please make a heart for yourself, too!

Thank you for your talent & generosity.

Age 7 & up

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Registration is required. Call the Pawling Library at 845-855-3444 to register or send an email to Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.

Joe Hines, a tutor and teacher of writing/reading comprehension and organizational skills, will be visiting to help our high school aged teens write their college essays in an succinct and effective way.