Calendar

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.

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.

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

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 Tuesdays (1/21, 2/4, 2/18, 3/3, 3/17) 4:15- 5:15 pm – Phil

We’ve got more animals, plates, minifigs, and trees than ever before! Come meet other LEGO fans and build together. Participants can free build or try out a challenge!

Caregivers welcome, but not required. Registration is required.

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

Make your own short films as part of a group that will write, direct, and produce videos that will be published on the library’s YA YouTube Channel and website.

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.

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.

Play, analyze, and create your very own tabletop game! Discuss game components and design, working in small groups. Then craft and play test your games.

Engage with your peers in a series of online games or make your own scenarios to share!

NOTE: This program has been cancelled and will be rescheduled. 

Wednesday, January 22
7:00-9:00 pm

2020: A new year begins, filled with possibilities. Please join us and receive insightful messages from spirit.

Discover how events in your life will unfold.

Program fee: $20.00

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

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.

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 (1/23, 2/6, 2/20, 3/5, 3/19) 4:00-5:00 pm – Ms. Neena

Inspired by the global phenomenon of toy squishies, participants will create something 3D and fun each week, including Frisbees, slow-rising squishies, and more. Each week will also incorporate a story or literacy activity as a warm up.

Caregivers welcome, but not required. Registration is required.

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

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.

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.

Alternating Fridays (1/24, 2/7, 2/21, 3/6) 1:00-2:00 pm – Ms. Neena

This program welcomes homeschoolers in grades K-4 to create an inclusive space for discussion and social learning.
Activities based around family’s needs are implemented, freeing caregivers up to come together and talk.

This season, the focus will be on collaboration and STEAM. We will be using materials like squishy circuits and littleBits to create both together and independently.

Interested in joining? Visit our registration portal at http://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/children/programs/ or stop by the circulation desk.

Learn how art and words work together to a tell a story! Perfect for any artistic skill level. Learn how to craft a story and bring that story to life through illustration in the comic book style.

Come play board  and card games in the library. Every month we will have a new featured game! We will also provide a selection of games, but you are encouraged to bring any games you might want to play.

Two Sessions:
Friday, January 10 (Sculpting) & Friday, January 24 (Painting)

Time: 6:30-8:30 pm

Penguins love snow and ice but sometimes they just like watching winter from a cozy window.

Please join us and make your own penguin that fits on a window sill.

Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

Age: 7 & up.

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

By popular demand the Dungeons and Dragons program has been expanded. The beginners group will be meeting 4th Saturdays!

Fourth Saturdays (1/25, 2/29, 3/28) 3:00-4:00 pm – Phil

Create a cool character and come along an adventure where you control where the story goes. This is a kid friendly, simplified RPG (Role Playing Game), great for learning elements of story-telling and collaborating.

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

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.

Play competitive games in either creative or survival mode. See who can build the Coolest structure, compete to gather the most resources, fight monsters, and more!

Project Do Something is a community service organization that meets on Monday nights to work on small but meaningful projects. Earn community service hours while having fun with your friends. This is an OPEN program and attendance is voluntary.