Twoodalo Twos! (2.5-3.5 years and a caregiver)

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 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 fall programs starts September 9th. Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk for more information.

Tuesdays 5:15-6:15 pm – Phil

One of the most important parts of a good story are the illustrations. Learn to create scenes that tell a story and portray characters with different attitudes and emotions using examples from our favorite books. Children will share their creations with their friends and work together to create silly stories. Developing readers and writers welcome.

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

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 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.

Wednesdays, 1:00-2:00 pm – Ms. Neena

This program starts in the 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.

Thursdays, 10:00-10:45 am- Ms. Neena

THERE WILL BE NO CLASS ON 10/3

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 fall programs starts September 9th. Visit our registration portal online or stop by the circulation desk for more information.

Alternating Thursdays (9/26, 10/10, 10/24, and 11/7) 4:00-5:00 pm – Ms. Neena

New school year, new LEGO club. Come meet other LEGO fans and build together. Participants can free build or try their hand at Ms. Neena’s weekly challenge.

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

Fridays, 10:30 - 11:30 am -Ms. Neena

THERE WILL BE NO PROGRAM ON 11/15.

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 (9/27, 10/11, 10/25, 11/8, 11/22) 1:00-2:00 pm – Ms. Neena

This program welcomes homeschoolers of all ages 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 a "book club" where the kids share their favorite books, review new
books, and help the library decide what to purchase.

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

Saturday, 9/28, 2:00-3:00 pm

Back by popular demand, our friends from The Cubicle are returning to the library! A wide range of three dimensional puzzles will be available for the kids to experiment and play with. A friendly puzzle engineer will be there to help solve these colorful brain teasers.

Caregivers invited but not required.

Registration preferred but not required. If you are interested in your child attending this program, please register them by following this link: http://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/children/programs/