Every other Tuesday, (9/26, 10/10, 10/24, and 11/7) 4:00-5:30 pm
Experimentation is key to STEAM and to critical thinking. Hands-On STEM allows children the opportunity not just to learn about science and math but to experience it! Each week, the program tackles a hard to understand concept and makes it more understandable with hands-on projects. Topics include “Understanding Weather” with tornadoes in a jar and SPOOOOKY Halloween science!
Age range: Birth – 18 months and a caregiver
Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:30 am – MIXED LOCATION
Join us for stories, rhymes, and baby movement. We’ll focus on the keys for early literacy—singing, reading, talking, playing, and pre-writing. This six-week program will be held outside in our courtyard as weather allows but move indoors if conditions are not suitable for babies.
Registration is required. Join us for as many or as few classes as you are comfortable and able, but please ONLY register for dates you plan to attend, as spaces are limited. REGISTER HERE.
Unvaccinated patrons over the age of two MUST wear a mask while attending in-person library events. This means children ages 3- 12 must be masked at events, even outdoors.
For the most up to date information about our policies, visit our website: https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/re-opening-information/
Age range: Ages 2-5 and a caregiver
Tuesday, 10/19/21, 1:30 - 2:30 PM – OUTDOOR
A key to Kindergarten success is the ability to follow directions! Join as we turn our courtyard into an obstacle course that kids race through while testing their balance, problem solving, and listening skills. Register here.
Unvaccinated patrons over the age of two years old MUST wear a mask while attending in-person library events. This means children ages 3- 12 must be masked at events, even outdoors. We highly suggest but do not require vaccinated patrons mask up at indoor events.
For the most up to date information about our policies, visit our website: https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/re-opening-information/
Ages: 3.5-5 years and a caregiver
Wednesdays, 1:30-2:30 PM – MIXED LOCATION
Our Kindergarten readiness class uses a play-based curriculum to encourage learning connections. Our small group will focus on early literacy and math skills through a combination of hands-on activities and group story time. This program will be held in the library courtyard when weather allows, but move indoors as needed. Caregivers required to remain on site for the program.
Registration required. Join us for the series or just the dates you are comfortable and able, but please ONLY register for dates you plan to attend, as spaces are limited. REGISTER HERE.Unvaccinated patrons over the age of two years old MUST wear a mask while attending in-person library events. This means children ages 3- 12 must be masked at events, even outdoors. We highly suggest but do not require vaccinated patrons mask up at indoor events.
For the most up to date information about our policies, visit our website: https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/re-opening-information/
Toddlers in Training
Ages: 18 – 30 months and a caregiver
Thursdays, 10:00 – 10:45 am –MIXED LOCATION
Interactive storytime featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with playtime. This program will be held outside in our courtyard as weather allows but move indoors if conditions are poor. Registration required.
Join us when you are able and comfortable, whether that's for one week or all the classes. But please ONLY register for dates you plan to attend, as spaces are limited. Unvaccinated patrons over the age of two years old MUST wear a mask while attending in-person library events. This means children ages 3- 12 must be masked at events, even outdoors. We highly suggest but do not require vaccinated patrons mask up at indoor events.
For the most up to date information about our policies, visit our website: https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/re-opening-information/
Age range: 6-10 years
Thursday, 10/21, 4:00 - 5:00 PM - In-Person
Hide a spooky message or picture for a friend or family member to uncover as we make our own scratch art paper. This event will be outdoor if weather allows. Otherwise, it will be hosted indoors. Registration required. Register here.
Unvaccinated patrons over the age of two years old MUST wear a mask while attending in-person library events. This means children ages 3- 12 must be masked at events, even outdoors. We highly suggest but do not require vaccinated patrons mask up at indoor events.
For the most up to date information about our policies, visit our website: https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/re-opening-information/
Ages: 2.5 – 3.5 years and a caregiver
Fridays, 10:00-11:00 AM – MIXED LOCATION
On Friday mornings, toddlers rule the library! This program includes songs, stories, and games plus a play-based learning activity, like art or parachute play. This program will be held outside in our courtyard as weather allows but move indoors if needed due to weather or other concerns. Registration required.
Join for as many or as few classes as you are comfortable and able. But please ONLY register for dates you plan to attend, as spaces are limited. Unvaccinated patrons over the age of two years old MUST wear a mask while attending in-person library events. This means children ages 3- 12 must be masked at events, even outdoors. We highly suggest but do not require vaccinated patrons mask up at indoor events.
For the most up to date information about our policies, visit our website: https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/re-opening-information/
Available the weeks of 10/22
Learn how to make bead animal keychains that are great for backpacks and gifts. Includes a tutorial.
Registration required. Register here. Our staff will email you when each kit is ready for pickup. Then you can pick up anytime we are open on your schedule.
Available the week of 10/22
This kit will include materials for children in grades Kindergarten – 2nd grade to create a witch or wizard hat ring toss game. Challenge family and friends to a ring toss showdown using supplies you made!
Registration required. Register here. Our staff will email you when the kit is ready for pickup. Then you can pick up anytime we are open on your schedule.
Available mid-October
Measure, count, and sort with this kit, which uses monsters to encourage math learning. Kits for ages 3-5 will include M&Ms or Skittles for use in the activity. No candy will be used for activities for children under 3.
Registration required. Register here. Our staff will email you when the kit is ready for pickup. Then you can pick up anytime we are open & on your schedule.
Age range: Birth – 18 months and a caregiver
Tuesdays, 10:00 – 10:30 am – MIXED LOCATION
Join us for stories, rhymes, and baby movement. We’ll focus on the keys for early literacy—singing, reading, talking, playing, and pre-writing. This six-week program will be held outside in our courtyard as weather allows but move indoors if conditions are not suitable for babies.
Registration is required. Join us for as many or as few classes as you are comfortable and able, but please ONLY register for dates you plan to attend, as spaces are limited. REGISTER HERE.
Unvaccinated patrons over the age of two MUST wear a mask while attending in-person library events. This means children ages 3- 12 must be masked at events, even outdoors.
For the most up to date information about our policies, visit our website: https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/re-opening-information/
Library Hours
Sunday 12 to 4
Monday 12 to 5
Tuesday 10 to 8
Wednesday 10 to 8
Thursday 10 to 8
Friday 12 to 5
Saturday 10 to 4
