Youth ages 6-14 join expert Marisa Horowitz-Jaffe in virtual, interactive exploration of King Tut’s tomb and life. Caregivers welcome! Live on Zoom – Thursday, 4/28, 5:00 – 6:00 PM – Registration required. Click here to register. A do-at-home papyrus/hieroglyphic activity will be available as an add-on to families who can pick them up from our library. Step into a time when papyrus grew along the Nile River and pyramids dotted the horizon in Ancient Egypt with this illustrated and engaging presentation. Our program focuses on the boy king, Pharaoh Tut-Ankh-Amun. Why is he so famous and do the curses really exist? We take a virtual tour of his tomb, and learn how it was discovered 100 years ago! Presenter Marisa Horowitz-Jaffe has been studying and teaching ancient history for over 25 years. She enjoyed a two-decade career in elite NYC art museums before founding “Museums With Marisa.” She holds double bachelor’s degrees in Egyptology & Classical Archeology from the University of Michigan, and a Master’s degree from Harvard University in Art & Museum Education. Find...
Age range: Grades Kindergarten – 5th Zoom held: Biweekly Thursdays (4/14, 4/28, 5/12, 5/26) 4:00 – 4:45 PM – Miss Maureen Calling all builders! Join us on Zoom as to talk with other LEGO fans, show off your latest creations, and try your hand at our weekly challenge. Attend as many or as few classes as you like. Registration is required. Register here.
Age range: Grades Kindergarten – 5th Kits/tutorial available the week of 3/4 Ever wondered how artists make pop-up books or 3D pictures that pop-off the page? Follow along with our tutorial video and make your own 3D creations with this kit. This activity is great for developing critical thinking skills and resilience. Registration is required. Participants will be required to pick up their activity kit from the library once the order is ready; staff will notify participants when orders are ready. Register here.
Sunday, 2/13, 12:00 – 1:00 PM & 5:00 – 6:00 PM All ages welcome, best for families with children six and under Laurie Berkner, Hudson Valley resident and mega-star of the children’s music scene is hosting an interactive Virtual Concert this Valentine’s Day. She’s been on Nickelodeon, toured the US, and written hits like “We are the Dinosaurs” and “I’m Gonna Catch You.” To help support at-home learning this winter, the Pawling Free Library will be providing a limited number of virtual concert tickets to local families. To reserve a ticket, click here. You will need an internet connected device to stream the concert remotely. Only one ticket per family; one ticket includes access to both concert times for one device and should be enough for the whole family. For more information about Laurie, her music, and the concert, visit her website. For more information about these tickets and this partnership, contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org or 845-855-3444.
Sunday, 2/13, 12:00 – 1:00 PM & 5:00 – 6:00 PM All ages welcome, best for families with children six and under Laurie Berkner, Hudson Valley resident and mega-star of the children’s music scene is hosting an interactive Virtual Concert this Valentine’s Day. She’s been on Nickelodeon, toured the US, and written hits like “We are the Dinosaurs” and “I’m Gonna Catch You.” To help support at-home learning this winter, the Pawling Free Library will be providing a limited number of virtual concert tickets to local families. To reserve a ticket, click here. You will need an internet connected device to stream the concert remotely. Only one ticket per family; one ticket includes access to both concert times for one device and should be enough for the whole family. For more information about Laurie, her music, and the concert, visit her website. For more information about these tickets and this partnership, contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org or 845-855-3444.
Age range: Grades Kindergarten – 5th and a caregiver Kit available: Week of 2/4 Zoom held: Thursday, 2/10, 4:00-4:45 PM This program is being hosted as both a take home Kit and/or a Digital Event. Each kit will include the supplies to make your own love bug cookies. This kid-friendly recipe requires no baking, just a microwave or stove top and a grown-up’s support. Use the recipe from Sarah’s Bake Studio on your own or join our Zoom and socialize with other baking families! Contact Ms. Neena for allergen information. Registration is required. Participants will be required to pick up their activity kit from the library once the order is ready; staff will notify participants when orders are ready. Register here.
Age range: Grades Kindergarten – 5th and a caregiver Zoom held: Biweekly Thursdays (2/3, 2/17, 3/3, 3/17) 4:00 – 4:45 PM Calling all builders! Join us on Zoom as to talk with other LEGO fans, show off your latest creations, and try your hand at our weekly challenge. Attend as many or as few classes as you like. Registration is required. Register here.
Age range: Grades Kindergarten – 5th grade Last Friday of the month (1/28, 2/25, & 3/25) 1:00 – 2:00 PM – Virtual on Zoom This program welcomes homeschoolers to get together and socialize while we play games, complete art activities, and complete learning challenges. This kid-driven program welcomes suggestions for topics/activities from kids and their families. Registration is required. Register here.
LIVE ON ZOOM, 1:00-2:00 pm – Ms. Neena This program is designed for children currently in grades K-5 and their homeschooling equivalents. Join us for social sharing and guided activities using materials you already have at home. The goal is to promote collaboration and connection via virtual time together. This session, we’ll play some unusual versions of Pictionary and host a Show and Tell. Interested in joining us? Contact children@pawlinglibrary.org for more information.
by · Published October 28, 2021
· Last modified November 1, 2021
Tuesday, November 16th – 4:00 PM – Zoom All ages welcome. Program is free, made possible by a partnership with Ballet Hispánico and the Mid-Hudson Library System. The Pawling Library is thrilled to announce a virtual performance by Ballet Hispánico, one of New York City’s most esteemed dance organizations. The live, virtual event will take audiences on a guided journey through Latinx dance and culture. This interactive, fun-filled exploration features excerpts of the Ballet Hispánico repertoire dance performances narrated by our artistic leadership. Audiences will also be given the opportunity to interact with our teaching artists and educators through a virtual dance session and a Q&A. Register here to receive reminder updates or use the link below to join the program. Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/96382404436?pwd=Y1hiVGhPdWl4VkF6RWpyYnpkUXVEUT09 Passcode: 048056 Webinar ID: 963 8240 4436
Registration is required or preferred for most programming and participation is as space is available, so register early for your best chance at a space in our classes. For more information, contact us at children@pawlinglibrary.org or teen@pawlinglibrary.org
