Early Learning Program Schedule
Fall program registration starts September 2. Register through our calendar. Scroll to explore our full slate of weekly program series for children ages 0-5 years old and their caregivers. Weekly programs are listed first, followed by one-time events.
Baby Bounce and Groove
Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AM
Library Annex
NO CLASS OCTOBER 1
Age range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiver
Program cycle runs nine weeks, September 24 - November 23. Walk-ins welcome, but advanced registration is preferred. Register week by week on our calendar.
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.
Toddlers in Training
Tuesdays 11:00-11:45 AM
OR
Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AM
Library Annex
NO CLASS OCTOBER 1 OR 3
Age range: 18-36 months & a caregiver
Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play.
This program runs 8 weeks, September 23 -November 23. Drop ins welcome, but advanced registration is preferred. Register week by week on our calendar.
Family Hour: Playdoh Club
Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM
Library Annex
Age range: Ages 2-5 years and a caregiver
Welcome to family hour! During this hour long program, we will read a story and sing 1-2 songs. Then, join in for themed play-doh play with tools like cookie cutters, toddler scissors, and rolling pins. Play-doh is awesome for developing early skills kids need for school, like fine motor skills and finger strength.
Caregivers welcome but not required to participate. However, caregivers must stay in the room with children under 3 years old and on the library grounds for all other ages for the entirety of the program.
This is a seven week program, October 9 - November 23. Registration preferred, though drop-ins welcome. Register week by week on our calendar.
Read and Play
Tuesdays, 2:00 – 3:00 PM
Library Annex
NO CLASS OCTOBER 1
Age range: Ages 3 - 5 years
Our small group Kindergarten readiness program, focused on early literacy and math skills through a combination of hands-on activities and group story time. We'll also work on following directions and practicing classroom behaviors. Caregivers welcome, though not required to participate. Caregivers must remain on library grounds.
Registration is highly suggested, though drop-ins are welcome. This is a nine week program, September 23 - November 23. You can register week by week on our calendar.
Bilingual Storytime / Hora del Cuento Bilingüe
El final martes de cada mes (09/24, 10/29, and 11/26)
6:00 – 7:00 PM
Con Julieta y Neena
Para Nacimiento – 6 años y cuidadora
Una hora de cuentos, música y juegos para familias en inglés y español. ¡Evento gratis! Se les pide a los padres y cuidadores que se unan a la diversión.
Se prefiere el registro, pero los walk-ins son bienvenidos a unirse a nosotras.
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Final Tuesday of each month: (09/24, 10/29, and 11/26)
6:00 – 7:00 PM
With Neena and Julieta
For ages birth – 6 years and a caregiver
An hour of stories, music, and games for families in both English and Spanish. Free! Parents and caregivers are asked to join in the fun by singing and playing with us.
Registration preferred, but drop-ins welcome to join us.
Family Hour: Costume Dance Party!
Library Annex
Age range: Ages 2 - 5 years and a caregiverWelcome to family hour! During this hour long program, kids and caregivers are welcome to wear their favorite costumes or fun outfits (appropriate for young children--nothing too scary please!) and dance with us! Balloons, streamers, and if space allows, our parachute will be used.
As this is a family event, we ask that caregivers participate to the best of their ability. Registration preferred, though drop-ins welcome if space is available. Siblings welcome.
Meet us at the Farmer’s Market!
Saturday, September 28
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
at the Pawling Farmer's Market on Charles Colman Ave.
Miss Neena will be visiting the Farmer's Market with bubbles, books, and a healthy food themed craft for kids. Stop by to jump in to the fun and shop the vendor's awesome local products.
No registration required. Drop-ins welcome.
Glow Sensory
4:30 PM - 5:15 PM or 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
Ages 3 - 8 and a caregiver
At this special evening program, join Miss Neena for a story and glow-in-the dark sensory bins. This gentle program will be low on spookiness, but full of fun! There will be two separate time slots, one at 4:30 PM and one at 5:30 PM. They will be the same, so please pick one time for your group or family.
To add to the fun, wear clothes with neon colors or white.
Registration is required for this special event.
indiBot Free Play Day
Drop in anytime, 12:00 PM - 4:30 PM - we recommend 20-30 minutes to play
All ages welcome, best for ages 3 and up
No school? No problem! Drop by the library and borrow one of our indiBot robots to play with in the library. indiBots are easy to use robot cars that teach the basics of coding. Kids and caregivers can borrow one of our robot kits, find an empty table or spot on the floor, and explore.
No registration required, just drop in. RSVP by registering to get a reminder in advance of the program.
indiBots must stay in the library. Use will be first come, first served as they are available.