Category: Programs

I Remember When / Online Program

Wednesday, May 19 6:30-7:30 pm Click the link below to register for I Remember When or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/i-remember-when-online-program/2021-05-19/ This special panel discussion program features a group of people, our friends and neighbors, who have lived in Pawling for some time. They are with us to share stories of their lives. Please join us not only to listen but to share your stories of what life was like back then in this quaint place nestled in the Hudson Valley, that we call home. The Pawling Library celebrates 100 years of service to our community.  We celebrate the people who make our community.

No One Walks Alone / Online Program

Presented by Donna Thomas and Dr. Jaime Arnoff of James’s Warr;ors Thursday, May 27 7-8 pm To register for this free program, provided the Public Libraries of Dutchess County, please click on the link below. https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJYvdeGupjIvH9Gx09E9xdsSoxmsj_ZVDkMK This presentation is a personal and open discussion about depression, mental illness, and suicide and how to talk about it.  James’s Warr;ors goal is to teach our communities to talk about shame and secrecy and to stop the stigmas associated with depression, anxiety and suicide.  Click on the link below to learn more about  James’s Warr;ors. https://www.jamesswarriors.org

T. S.  Eliot’s The Waste Land: Performance by Marian Grudko and Roger Hendricks Simon / Online Program

Friday, May 14 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for The Waste Land or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/t-s-eliots-the-waste-land-performance-by-marian-grudko/2021-05-14/ Published in 1922, The Waste Land has widely been revered as one of the most important poems to emerge from this time period. It is brought to life in a performance by theater legend, actor, director Roger Hendricks Simon and  actress, author Marian Grudko. Following the show will be an interactive discussion. Roger Hendricks Simon is a founding member of the Yale Repertory Company, who went on to direct and act for Joe Papp’s New York Shakespeare Festival, London’s Royal Court Theatre, Edinburgh Festival, Lincoln Center, Brooklyn Academy of Music, La Mama, Roundabout, Los Angeles Theatre Center, PBS, BBC-TV, National Public Radio and many more. Elected to Notable Names in American Theatre, Roger directed international premieres by Tennessee Williams, Sam Shepard, David Hare, Terrence McNally, Lanford Wilson, and William Saroyan. He has directed John Lithgow, John Travolta, James Earl Jones, and James Woods, to name but a few. Roger is the founding...

Meet Princess Leia

Meet Princess Leia

Calling all Star Wars fans! The force has guided Princess Leia to our library for a special digital program. Join us on Facebook Live on May 13, 4:30 PM as Princess Leia answers questions, shares tales from her adventures in space, and more. Plus, one lucky attendee will win a free one-on-one video call with Princess Leia herself!  To attend, just join our Mid-Hudson Storytime Group in advance of the program and follow the instructions on the homepage after being added to the group. PS- can’t attend live? Don’t have Facebook? You can still participate! You can watch a recording of the event after it airs on Facebook Live or request access to our YouTube recording.     This is a partnership between Parties with Character and the following libraries: – Pawling Free Library – Patterson Library – Hurley Library – Desmond Fish Public Library – Stone Ridge Library – Pleasant Valley Library – Morton Memorial Library and Community House -NorthEast-Millerton Library With questions, contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer, at children@pawlinglibrary.org or 845-855-3444

Recycling in Dutchess County / Online Program

Presented by Dutchess County Recycling Educator Kerry Russell Tuesday, May 11 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for Recycling in Dutchess County  or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/recycling-in-dutchess-county-online-program/2021-05-11/ At this program, for adults & teens, you’ll find out what materials can be recycled in Dutchess County, and what happens to your recyclables once they’ve been collected. Also, you’ll learn why not everything is  recyclable. Recycling is very important. It not only helps our community, but our world.   Please join us for this special informative program.  

Job Search 101 / Online Program

with Maryann McKenzie Monday, May 10 10:00 am-12:00 pm Click on a link below to register for Job Search 101 or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. At this free monthly workshop, you’ll receive individual attention to aid you in your job search. You will learn how to create or update a winning resume and cover letter, practice your interviewing skills, complete job applications, and more.  If you’re not getting results in your job search, or don’t know how to begin, then this is the place to start. NOTE: Each 1/2-hour time slot is available for one participant. If a space becomes filled, you’ll be placed on a waiting list, and alerted to other openings.    Available Time Slots:  10:00 am-10:30 am https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/job-search-101-with-maryann-mckenzie-online-program/2021-05-10/   10:30 am-11:00 am https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/job-search-101-with-maryann-mckenzie-online-program-2/2021-05-10/   11:00 am-11:30 am https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/job-search-101-online-program/2021-05-10/   11:30 am-12:00 pm https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/job-search-101-online-program-2/2021-05-10/   This program is being brought to us by Dutchess One Stop.  

How to Properly Research a College or University / Online Program

Presented by Stephanie Mauro of College Planning 101 Monday, May 10 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for How to Properly Research a College or University  or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/how-to-properly-research-a-college-or-university-online-program/2021-05-10/ In this webinar you will learn: Visiting a college whether in person or virtually, it’s important to ask questions so that you can make an informed decision.  This webinar will provide you with all the important questions you should be asking colleges in regard to academics internships/co-ops, students life on campus as well as what to do on a campus tour.

Spring Children’s Programs Registration Open

No more April-fooling around! The full schedule of Spring Children’s programs for children ten and under is now available! We’re continuing to offer our popular activity kit programs, as well as digital events on Zoom and Facebook Live. Starting in May, we’re also introducing our first outdoor, socially distanced programs for children under five and their caregivers! To view all our Spring offerings and to register, visit our Spring Programs Guide. Registration is required for all programming. The program cycle will run April 12 – June 5. Registration is rolling, as space is available. For more information on policies for Zoom programs, kit programs, and in-person events, visit our Current Children’s Programs Hub.    

Social Security 101: Everything you wanted to know / Online Program

A FREE workshop from Social Security Presented by  Vincent J. Scocozza Public Affairs Specialist NOTE: This presentation has been rescheduled to Monday, June 28 from 1-2 pm. Monday, April 26 1-2 pm Click the link below to register for Social Security 101 or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/social-security-101-everything-you-wanted-to-know-online-program/2021-04-26/   At this workshop you’ll learn:  When are you eligible to receive retirement benefits? How does early retirement affect your benefits? Do you qualify for disability, survivors, and spouse benefits? How do you get the most from your benefit? What is the future of Social Security? When should you file for Medicare?   Learn how to use my Social Security online account and other online services. You should go to  http://www.socialsecurity.gov/myaccount to create a my Social Security account and print out your Social Security Statement before attending the workshop   About our presenter: Vincent J. Scocozza has 10 years of experience providing information and guidance about Social Security, Medicare, & Online Services.  He currently services NYC, Westchester County, & Lower Hudson Valley.  http://SocialSecurity.gov

Effective Communication Strategies / Online Program

with Community Engagement Manager Joan Carl Wednesday, April 28 7:00-8:00 pm Click the link below to register for Effective Communication Strategies or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/effective-communication-strategies-online-program/2021-04-28/ Individuals living with dementia often experience changes in behavior that can be confusing to friends and family. For caregivers, learning to decode messages through attitude, tone of voice, facial expressions and body language can help both parties to connect and communicate in meaningful ways. This program will help explain the communication changes that take place in a person with dementia and identify strategies to connect and communicate at each stage of the disease. This program is being provided by the Alzheimer’s Association. For further information please call the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900.