Category: Programs

Symphony Storytime

Childrens' Programs

Symphony Storytime

Silly and fun performance featuring musicians from The Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra. Designed for grades K-3 and their families. Got an interested youth slightly older or younger? Contact us to ask about joining. Saturday, April 2, from 4:30 – 5:30 PM – Pawling Library Register here The Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra proudly presents… Symphony Storytime is an entertaining and educational family program featuring musicians from The Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra. This interactive, 50 minute program is designed for children in grades K-3 accompanied by an adult. The program pairs the reading of an award-winning picture book with music inspired by the story and performed by the musicians. The music will include familiar tunes, classical riffs, witty musical improvisations and funny sound effects – moving the story along at a lively pace. Children will also participate in activities related to the book and presentations on instruments of the orchestra. Pre-registration is required. Thank you to the Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra and funding from the Anne and Abe Effron Donor Advised Fund of the Community Foundations of...

Recycling in Dutchess County (for kids and families)

Childrens' Programs

Recycling in Dutchess County (for kids and families)

Dutchess County Recycling Educator, Kerry Russell gets specific about why recycling matters and how it works in Pawling! About this event Tuesday, 04/12, from 1:00 PM to 1:30 PM Outdoors, weather permitting. Otherwise indoors. Spend Spring Break learning to help our planet! Ever wonder what happens to the items we recycle? Want to know more about why we recycle? Dutchess County Recycling Educator, Kerry Russell will talk with us about why recycling matters and show us some of the ways recycled things are reused. Learn what types of things can be recycled in our county and what needs to be thrown in the trash. This program is designed for elementary aged children and their families. Caregivers welcome. Registration required. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/recycling-in-dutchess-county-for-kids-and-families-registration-291514075447

Learn to Dance the Charleston!

Teen Programs

Learn to Dance the Charleston!

Get ready for the Roaring 2020’s with this chance for teens & ‘tweens to learn the hottest dance of the 1920’s as part of the celebration of the Library’s Centennial. Popular Hudson Valley dance instructors,  Linda & Chester Freeman, will teach you how to do this outrageously fun dance–they’ll make it easy–no partner or experience necessary!  For grade 5 & up. Registration required. To be held in the Library’s Annex.https://www.eventbrite.com/e/learn-to-dance-the-charleston-registration-276949793287

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

Gentle Hatha Yoga / Online Program

Tuesday, April 5 6:30-7:30 pm Instructor: Maria Polhemus Click the link below to register for Gentle Hatha Yoga or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/gentle-hatha-yoga-online-program-7/2022-04-05/   This yoga program focuses upon gentle stretches, breath work, and mindfulness. Following the exercises, the class ends with a peaceful 15 minute savasana. Please join us. Relax and restore your inner peace. Namaste. Program Fee: $4.00. You can make a non-refundable payment using our library’s PayPal account, by check or money order. Please make checks / money orders payable to Pawling Library, and mail to Pawling Library, 11 Broad St, Pawling, NY 12564. Make sure enclosed with your payment is your name, and indicate that payment is for Gentle Hatha Yoga. Thank you so very much.   Photo by Kazuend

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

COME TOGETHER PAWLING: Why Bees Are Disappearing / Online Program

Monday, April 4 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for COME TOGETHER PAWLING: Why Bees Are Disappearing or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/come-together-pawling-online-program-3/2022-04-04/ Each month, in a respectful and open environment, we’ll explore a new topic led by a different community leader. At the start of the program, we’ll be watching a 16-minute TED TALKS video, entitled Why Bees Are Disappearing , with entomologist Marla Spivak. Following the viewing, we’ll open up a group discussion led by William Crain. Our wellness as individuals and as a community depends on continued sharing, support and conversation in times of celebration as well as in times of conflict. Come Together and join us in fostering deeper conversations, listening to disparate experiences and points of view in the realm of challenging context such as racism, sexism, bipartisanship, whiteness and social justice. We understand that these conversations could be difficult to have, and believe that by coming together to find the willingness to listen and learn, we can aspire to create a stronger Pawling,...

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

The Sweets of Yesteryear with Elizabeth Carlson of Sunflour Bakery / Online Program

Wednesday, March 30 6:30-7:30 pm Click the link below to register for The Sweets of Yesteryear or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/reserved-for-online-program-24/2022-03-30/ At this fun baking workshop, you’ll learn how to make cookies and other sweets that were so enjoyed at the turn of the 20th century when our library was still young. Please join us, and celebrate a century of the Pawling Library.

Teen Programs

Virtual Holi Celebration

03/16/2022  6:00 PM Join Ajna Dance Company to celebrate the color festival, Holi. This is a fun, interactive, virtual event is for grade 5 & up but great for all ages. The virtual event will include a live introduction to Holi, an interactive video presentation that explains the significance of the festival which will include a dance performance, and then an interactive Bollywood and Bhangra dance workshop for all ages and levels. One of the dance company members will be available for questions at the end. Learn about this cultural tradition–and pick up a few dance moves! Registration is required. You will receive a copy of the Zoom link after registration. This program is in partnership with the Stone Ridge, Tivoli, Staatsburg, Hudson, Claverack, Roe Jan, and Millbrook Libraries. Registration is required. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/virtual-holi-celebration-registration-275135627067

Teen Programs

Meme All The Shirts!

Young adults in grade 5 & up can create their own memes to decorate T-shirts on Wednesday, March 23 @ 4 pm. Participants will use kid-friendly online programs to design a meme or other imagery to put on their shirts. We’ll print the images on iron-on transfer paper and iron them onto the shirts. Basic, white T-shirts will be available or you can bring your own to decorate.  Registration required: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meme-all-the-shirts-registration-269210334357

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

Dividing Perennials / Online Program

Presented by Master Gardeners Judy Killmer & Chris Ferrero Thursday, March 24 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for Dividing Perennials or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/dividing-perennials-online-program/2022-03-24/ Is there a traffic jam in your garden? Are your perennials getting floppy or losing vigor? Do you want to multiply your favorites for other spaces in your garden or for friends? This presentation will give you the Why, When and How of dividing perennials with different root systems, as well as planting and caring for your new divisions.

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

Spark Joy® with Shannon Huneycutt / Online Program

Thursday, March 17 6-7 pm Click the link below to register for Spark Joy® with Shannon Huneycutt or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/spark-joy-tidy-your-home-online-program/2022-03-16/ KonMari® consultant, Shannon Huneycutt, will show you how to create the space you’ve always dreamed of. You’ll gain the guiding principles needed to organize your home, office, and life! For a period of 48-hours participants can watch at their leisure the pre-recorded portion of the program beginning on March 16th at 7 am. On Thursday, March 17th at 6 pm Shannon Honeycutt will appear live for a virtual demonstration and Q & A.