Early Literacy Show and Tell (Ages 1.5-5) Monday, 3/8, 10:30 – 11:00 am – Ms. Neena This program is held live over Zoom. Each child will be given ample opportunity to show and tell at least one favorite item from home and encouraged to talk with others. We’ll talk about the letters and sounds each object starts with, too! Register here.
Kits available for pickup week of Feb. 14. Families will be notified when pickups are ready. It’s important to engage babies, toddlers, and preschoolers in sensory exploration. Kit includes supplies for a sensory bin that kids can safely explore, plus learning extensions for different developmental stages. Kits are made primarily from ground Cheerios and free of most allergens and use Kosher ingredients. Register here. Kit pickup protocol varies, depending on COVID-19 infection rates in our region. For the most up to date information on pickup protocol, click here.
Free Supply Kits Provided; Program runs nine weeks, 1/26 – 3/26 These at-home activity kits (and instructions) are designed to build early skills and promote continued literacy learning. We’ll give you everything you need for an easy to do weekly activity, pre-prepped and ready to use, just like those we include in our in person programs. The activity will line up with the week’s Twodaloo Toddlers program’s books and songs. Registration is required to sign up for materials. Visit this link to register. Kit pickup process may vary depending on COVID numbers in the county. Kit pickup is weekly, Tuesday-Sunday. For the most up to date information on pickup protocol, click here.
Fridays 10:00 – 10:30 am – Ms. Neena, This program is designed for ages 1.5-3.5, but children 3.5-5 are welcome to attend. Program runs nine weeks, January 26 – March 26. Attend as many or as few sessions as you can. This program is held live over Zoom. Join us as we sing, read, and play together. Kids love socializing with friends and singing along to favorites from the library. Each week’s story and songs will connect to the learning activity in Twodaloo Activities. Kids are given opportunities to participate in each class. Caregivers are required to remain in the same room as any child under 5 years old. Registration is required to access the secure Zoom link. Click here to register. (Registration for Zoom and Activities is via the same link/event)
Wednesdays 1:00-1:30 pm – Ms. Neena This program is held live over Zoom. Runs nine weeks, 1/26 – 3/26 This program focuses on the five keys to early literacy—singing, reading, playing, talking, and writing. Each week’s story and songs will connect to the learning activity in Read and Play at Home. Caregivers are required to remain in the same room as any child under 5 years old. Registration is required to access the secure Zoom link. Click here to register.
Supply kits available for pickup. Our activity kits guarantee at home learning experiences that focus on Kindergarten Readiness. We’ll include everything you’ll need for a weekly pre-prepped art project, game, or experiment. Each week’s learning activity will connect to the stories and songs in our live Read and Play Zoom story hour. Kit pickup is weekly, Tuesday-Sunday. Pickup protocol varies, depending on COVID-19 infection rates in our region. For the most up to date information on pickup protocol, click here. Registration is required to sign up for materials and tutorials. Click here to register.
by · Published November 18, 2020
· Last modified November 20, 2020
Looking for ways to keep learning and play interesting as we say goodbye to 2020? Our New Year’s Cheer Kits are designed to bring your family a bit of cheer and activity for the holiday. Choose between our three kit options, each designed with the skills/interests of their intended audience in mind. Early Years Kit: Designed for ages 2-5 and family. Includes supplies for a firework themed craft, activity countdown chain featuring activities for each hour, and more. Elementary Kit: Designed for ages 6-10 and family. Includes supplies for a countdown creation, glow stick challenges, and more Combination Kit: If your family has children in both the 2-5 and 6-10 age ranges, we can include both in one kit. Kits must be picked up from the library during our regular operating hours. Please keep in mind holiday hours and COVID policies. Materials are quarantined before they made available for pickup for patron safety. Registration is required. Click here to register: https://www.eventbrite.com/preview?eid=129610427277/
by · Published November 18, 2020
· Last modified November 20, 2020
Wednesday, December 9, 10:00 am – 10:30 am via Zoom Ages 2-5 – This special story time will feature favorite winter songs, games, and stories. Join Ms. Neena over Zoom in this winter story hour, featuring favorites from the season. This class combines music and movement with books and early literacy activities. This is a one time event and registration is required for access to the zoom. To register, click here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/december-story-time-registration-129607937831
by · Published August 26, 2020
· Last modified September 2, 2020
Kits available for pickup Live event on Zoom: Tuesday, 10/6, 10:00 – 10:30 am – Ms. Neena Calling all unicorn lovers! During this special two-in-one event, Ms. Neena will read a unicorn book, teach unicorn songs, and show preschoolers and caregivers how to put together their own unicorn lacing kit, which is also provided. Can’t make the class? Sign up for the kit and do the project offline with your preschooler! Registration is required. Click here to register.
by · Published June 11, 2020
· Last modified September 2, 2020
Free Supply Kits Provided These at-home activity kits (and instructions) are designed to build early skills and promote continued literacy learning. We’ll give you everything you need for an easy to do weekly activity, pre-prepped and ready to use, just like those we include in our in person programs. The activity will line up with the week’s Twodaloo Toddlers program’s books and songs. Registration is required to sign up for materials. Visit this link to register.
Level 101 Instructor: Laura Schmidt de Velutti Level 104 Instructor: Noreen Skennion Level 106 Instructor: Laetitia Ganem-Salcedo
You Can Learn English: DCC-ESOL-English as a Second Language
Dutchess Community College is providing quality online group English lessons. All ESOL levels, from 101 to 108, are available with classes taking place mid-morning and evenings. Students will need a computer, tablet or smartphone with Wi-Fi connection to participate. Stay safe and receive your education in the comfort of your home. The fall semester begins on September 8, 2020. DCC’s teachers will help you to practice speaking, reading, writing and listening, while you receive individual attention.
Register now and start learning.
See our online calendar for a full listing of ESOL courses days & times.
All ESOL courses cost $25.00 for the entire semester, payable by e-check, credit or debit card. Books are not included in the course fee. All new students must take an online placement test to determine their appropriate level. To request a placement exam email us at esl@sunydutchess.edu
NOTE: The last day to register is on Monday 9/21 (for levels 101-106).
No classes will take place on 10/12, 11/11 and 11/26.
OFFICE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES at DUTCHESS COMMUNITY COLLEGE CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION (845) 790-3590
Usted puede aprender inglés: DCC-ESL—Inglés como idioma adicional
Dutchess Community College ofrece clases de inglés por internet. Todos los niveles de ESOL, del 101 al 108 (principiantes a avanzados), son disponibles con clases que se realizan a media mañana y por la noche. Se necesitará una computadora, tableta, o teléfono celular con conexión wifi para participar. Manténgase seguro y reciba su educación dentro de su casa. El semestre de otoño comienza el 8 de septiembre de 2020. Los maestros de DCC lo ayudarán a practicar hablar, leer, escribir, y escuchar el inglés, mientras recibir atención individual.
Regístrese ahora y comience a aprender. Consulte nuestro calendario online para obtener una lista completa de los días y horarios de los cursos de inglés.
Todos los cursos de inglés cuestan $25.00 por semestre. Se puede pagar con cheque electrónico, tarjeta de crédito o débito. Los libros no están incluidos en el precio del curso. Todos los estudiantes nuevos tomarán un examen de ubicación online para determinar su nivel apropiado. Para solicitar un examen de ubicación, envíenos un correo electrónico a esl@sunydutchess.edu. Vea los detalles completos sobre cómo registrarse en: http://www.sunydutchess.edu/esl
NOTA: El último día para registrarse es el lunes 21 de septiembre (para los niveles 101-106).
No habrá clases los días 12 de octubre, 11 y 26 de noviembre.
OFFICE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES at DUTCHESS COMMUNITY COLLEGE LLAME PARA MAS INFORMACIÓN (845) 790-3590
Level 101 Instructor: Laura Schmidt de Velutti Level 103 Instructor: Karina Cerna Level 104 Instructor: Noreen Skennion
You Can Learn English: DCC-ESOL-English as a Second Language
Dutchess Community College is providing quality online group English lessons. All ESOL levels, from 101 to 108, are available with classes taking place mid-morning and evenings. Students will need a computer, tablet or smartphone with Wi-Fi connection to participate. Stay safe and receive your education in the comfort of your home. The fall semester begins on September 8, 2020. DCC’s teachers will help you to practice speaking, reading, writing and listening, while you receive individual attention.
Register now and start learning.
See our online calendar for a full listing of ESOL courses days & times.
All ESOL courses cost $25.00 for the entire semester, payable by e-check, credit or debit card. Books are not included in the course fee. All new students must take an online placement test to determine their appropriate level. To request a placement exam email us at esl@sunydutchess.edu
NOTE: The last day to register is on Monday 9/21 (for levels 101-106).
No classes will take place on 10/12, 11/11 and 11/26.
OFFICE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES at DUTCHESS COMMUNITY COLLEGE CALL FOR MORE INFORMATION (845) 790-3590
Usted puede aprender inglés: DCC-ESL—Inglés como idioma adicional
Dutchess Community College ofrece clases de inglés por internet. Todos los niveles de ESOL, del 101 al 108 (principiantes a avanzados), son disponibles con clases que se realizan a media mañana y por la noche. Se necesitará una computadora, tableta, o teléfono celular con conexión wifi para participar. Manténgase seguro y reciba su educación dentro de su casa. El semestre de otoño comienza el 8 de septiembre de 2020. Los maestros de DCC lo ayudarán a practicar hablar, leer, escribir, y escuchar el inglés, mientras recibir atención individual.
Regístrese ahora y comience a aprender. Consulte nuestro calendario online para obtener una lista completa de los días y horarios de los cursos de inglés.
Todos los cursos de inglés cuestan $25.00 por semestre. Se puede pagar con cheque electrónico, tarjeta de crédito o débito. Los libros no están incluidos en el precio del curso. Todos los estudiantes nuevos tomarán un examen de ubicación online para determinar su nivel apropiado. Para solicitar un examen de ubicación, envíenos un correo electrónico a esl@sunydutchess.edu. Vea los detalles completos sobre cómo registrarse en: http://www.sunydutchess.edu/esl
NOTA: El último día para registrarse es el lunes 21 de septiembre (para los niveles 101-106).
No habrá clases los días 12 de octubre, 11 y 26 de noviembre.
OFFICE OF COMMUNITY SERVICES at DUTCHESS COMMUNITY COLLEGE LLAME PARA MAS INFORMACIÓN (845) 790-3590
The program starts on Thursday, January 14, and is ongoing throughout the year. Please check our online calendar for the continuing dates.
Registration is required. You can register below or by contacting Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.
The Pawling Library and Putnam Independent Living Services are partnering to offer you the National Diabetes Prevention Program.
Are you prediabetic?
Work with a trained lifestyle coach and a CDC approved curriculum to prevent or delay types 2 diabetes.
Prevent Type 2 will give you a full year of support to help you to:
Eat healthy
Add physical activity to your day
Manage stress
Stay motivated
Please join us.
YOU CAN MAKE A CHANGE FOR LIFE
Putnam Independent Living Services and the Pawling Library partner to offer the National Diabetes Prevention Program Virtually.
Luke is one of the 84 million Americans who have been diagnosed with prediabetes, a condition where your blood sugar is high but not yet high enough to be diagnosed as Type 2 diabetes. He completed the Prevent Type 2 National Diabetes Prevention Program and had this to say “I’ve lost over 30 pounds. It’s been a slow, steady change over the year I was enrolled in the Prevent T2 Program at Putnam Independent Living Services. I feel great!”
One in three American adults have prediabetes. You can take the CDC Risk Test at https://doihaveprediabetes.org / for a quick (2 minute) answer to what your risk is for developing the disease. If you’re at high risk it’s a good idea to see your health care provider for a blood test. The good news is that with an early diagnosis prediabetes can be reversed. With December kicking off the holiday season, it’s a good time to get started.
By joining the National Diabetes Prevention Program you’ll learn how to make small changes, like altering your diet and exercising more which can help to reverse prediabetes and prevent type 2 diabetes. You’ll read labels and make choices, keeping in mind that, if you plan for it, a small serving of your favorite holiday food it doesn’t have to be on the naughty list.
You can help to holiday proof your plan by making sure you keep moving. Walking with friends and family is a great activity after a holiday meal. Even when the weather is chilly you can dress appropriately and enjoy the crisp winter air.
Luke offers some advice “You have a lot on your plate this time of year so it’s also important to plan ahead and remember portion control. Portion control was key for me. Skip the seconds and stick to drinking water to eliminate high calorie beverages.”
Prevent Type 2 is a one-year program that offers a Life Style Coach, a Center for Disease Control (CDC) curriculum and the support of participants like you who are ready to get serious. The Life Style coach helps participants reach the goal of losing 7% of their body weight and increasing physical activity to 150 minutes or more every week.
PILS is partnering with the Pawling Library to offer the National Diabetes Prevention Program free to adults in Dutchess County in January 2021. Sessions will be delivered to the group remotely and participants will need a phone, tablet or computer with internet access.
Luke endorses the program heartily, “My tests show that I’m no longer prediabetic and I credit the Diabetes Prevention Program for the help and support. “
To find out more about Prevent Type 2 contact Lonna Kelly at 845.228.7457 ext.1110 or email lkelly@putnamils.org. Additional information is available at http://www.putnamils.org/diabetes-prevention-program/ Westchester Independent Living Center (WILC) and Putnam Independent Living Services (PILS) are consumer controlled nonresidential centers for independent living, which provide information and advocacy to persons with disabilities. In addition, WILC/PILS operates a Regional Resources Development Services Program (seven counties) and New York Connects. Visit http://www.PutnamILS.org for a full look at the range of programs available.