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Book Buddies A
Book Buddies (Grades 1-5 & Teens/tweens 11+ years old)
Session A: Mondays, 2:30-3:00 pm
Please take note of the time you register for, as there is a second session of this program Mondays, 3:15-3:45 pm.
Live via Zoom
This program welcomes developing and reluctant readers, and provides a space where they can work on their reading skills one-on-one with a trained teen buddy. Kids read shared materials while their teen buddies provide assistance on grammar, pronunciation, and critical thinking.
Registration is required to access the secure Zoom link. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
We are also looking for teen volunteers ages 11+ who are confident readers to serve as buddies. Contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer (845-350-2771 or children@pawlinglibrary.org) for more information.
Book Buddies B
Book Buddies (Grades 1-5 & Teens/tweens 11+ years old)
Session B: Mondays, 3:15-3:45 pm
Please take note of the time you register for, as there is a second session of this program Mondays, 2:30-3:00 pm.
Live via Zoom
This program welcomes developing and reluctant readers, and provides a space where they can work on their reading skills one-on-one with a trained teen buddy. Kids read shared materials while their teen buddies provide assistance on grammar, pronunciation, and critical thinking.
Registration is required to access the secure Zoom link. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
We are also looking for teen volunteers ages 11+ who are confident readers to serve as buddies. Contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer (845-350-2771 or children@pawlinglibrary.org) for more information.
Roblox Group
Engage with your peers in a series of online games chatting via discord. A fun and relaxed space to hang out with your friends and make new ones.
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Sensory Exploration: Taste Safe Mud (1.5-5 years)
Supply kits and paper instructions available for pickup.
Tuesday, 7/28 10:30-11:00 am –Ms. Neena
This program is held live over Zoom; families are also welcome to pick up kits and play offline without participating in the Zoom. Sensory play is an important part of childhood development. Join us as we make taste safe mud (cocoa powder and water) for provided farm animal friends.
Caregivers are required to remain in the same room as any child under 5 years old while on Zoom. Registration is required to sign up for materials and tutorials and access to secure Zoom. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
Children’s Storybook Creations (Grades K-5)
Supply kits provided –Ms. Carla
New video tutorial every Tuesday, 1:00 pm
Have you ever wanted to write and illustrate your own children’s book? Each week, we’ll release a new video tutorial that walks children through the process of creating their own story and the pictures too! Prereaders/writers may need some adult assistance. All program materials available at no cost via kits available for pickup. Can’t watch at 1:00 pm? After picking up your kit, you can complete the activity anytime, anywhere.
Registration is required to sign up for materials and tutorials. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
Afternoon Hatha Yoga / Online
Instructor: Maria Polhemus
Tuesday & Thursday afternoons at 1:00 pm
Registration is required. You can reserve a space for Afternoon Hatha Yoga by registering below or email Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club
Tuesday, July 28
4:00-5:00 pmRegistration is required. You can reserve a space for the Tuesday Afternoon Book Club by registering below or email Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.
The book club will be discussing The Book Woman of Troublesome Creek, by Kim Michelle Richardson.
This afternoon book club is all about connecting with others just like you who have a passion for reading.
Connect with friends and make new friends. We look forward to seeing you for an hour of friendly conversations.
Book selections are agreed upon by our members.
Please join us.
Roblox Design Group
Get involved with the game design community and learn how to use the Roblox engine toolkit to create your own interactive experiences!
Graphic Novel Book Club / Online
Tuesday, July 28
7:00-8:00 pm.Registration is required. You can reserve a space for the Graphic Novel Book Club by registering below or email Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.
The book club will be discussing Middlewest Book 1 by Skottie Young.
The Graphic Novel Book Club is an adult book club that meets monthly to discuss comics and graphic novels. We select from a wide variety of titles – indie and foreign comics to classic superhero storylines. Whether you are just getting into comics or a life-long reader, you’ll find good conversation and something new to read.
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Read and Play At Home (3-5 years)
Supply kits available for pickup.
New video tutorial releases every Wednesday.
Complete the activity offline with your preschooler or watch our video tutorial together. Either way, these at-home activity kits guarantee a fun at home learning experience that focuses on Kindergarten Readiness through play.
Each week’s learning activity will connect to the stories and songs in Read and Play Live.
Registration is required to sign up for materials and tutorials. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
Read and Play (3-5 years)
Wednesdays 10:00-10:30 am – Ms. Neena
This program is held live over Zoom. We will dive into a gorgeous picture book and have fun making connections to what we read. 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. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
STEAM Club (Grades K-2)
Alternating Wednesdays (7/15, 7/29, & 8/12) 1:00 pm
Supply kits provided – Ms. Carla
Each session, our STEAM Club will work together to solve themed challenges, all based on science, technology, engineering, art, and math concepts. Video tutorials can be watched anytime, anywhere. Or use each week’s paper instructions for a fun offline activity.
Registration is required to sign up for materials and tutorials. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
Fantasy World Builders
An introduction to online tools to help manage imaginary worlds. Create timelines, characters, locations etc. Share and discuss your worlds with other young creators.
STRESS AND INSOMNIA: Breaking the Cycle / online event
Presented by Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik
Ayurvedic and Naturopathic PhysicianWednesday, July 29
7:00-8:00 pmRegistration is required. You can reserve a space for STRESS AND INSOMNIA: Breaking the Cycle by registering below or email Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.
Reasons for insomnia – whether acute (temporary) or chronic (ongoing) – abound. Stress, anxiety, depression, physical discomfort, pain, illness, side effects from medications, schedule or lifestyle changes, and environmental triggers, are just a few things that can impact sleep. The results are numerous and can result in a never-ending downward spiral of irritability, mood swings, impaired judgement, cognitive functioning, accidents, as well as being a precursor to serious illnesses such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, aging, and more.
Come and discover:
* Causes for insomnia and/or interrupted sleep patterns
* Why 8 hours may not be the correct amount of sleep for you
* How to regain balance and establish the right sleep pattern for you
* If age has anything to do with your sleep pattern
* Body types that are more prone to stress and how to compensate
* Foods that reduce stress and foods to avoid to help you sleep
* Natural supplements or herbs that can aid in reducing stress and promoting sleep
* Exercises, meditations, and mantras that promote relaxation
About our presenter: Dr. Somesh N. Kaushik is the owner and chief medical practitioner of Dr. Kaushick’s Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Clinic in Cross River, NY. With over 35 years’ experience as an Ayurvedic physician, Dr. Kaushik’s medical training is extensive. He is one of the most experienced Ayurvedic physicians in North America and is the recipient of the Dhanwantri Award, his profession’s highest honor. Dr. Kaushik recently founded the Institute for the Advancement of Ayurvedic Sciences, a research and teaching institution.After completing the 6 ½ years of schooling for his Bachelor of Ayurvedic Medicine and Surgery (BAMS) from Kurukshetra University, India, in 1983, Dr. Kaushik worked as an Ayurvedic Medical Officer for two years.
Upon moving to the United States in 1985, Dr. Kaushik received his Masters of Public Health (MPH) and Masters of Public Administration (MPA) from the University of Alabama in 1988. He then worked as an Epidemiologist and Director of HIV/AIDS Sero-surveillance Program with the Alabama Department of Public Health in Birmingham while maintaining an Ayurvedic practice.
In 1999 he moved to Connecticut and received his Doctor of Naturopathy (ND) from the University of Bridgeport, CT in 2003. He taught Ayurvedic Medicine and Public Health at the College of Naturopathic Medicine, University of Bridgeport, as well as serving as the Director of Admissions there. He has been a faculty member with the University of Bridgeport, Division of Health Sciences since 2001. Dr. Kaushik co-founded the Institute for Ayurvedic and Naturopathic Therapies in Fairfield, CT in 2006.
Dr. Kaushik lectures on Ayurvedic Medicine at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine, Portland, OR, as well as at various national and international symposiums and events. He also offers courses, workshops, lectures, and training in Ayurvedic medicine locally. Dr. Kaushik is an approved continuing education provider for Yoga teachers through the YACEP (Yoga Alliance for Continuing Education Providers) and has achieved the highest Experienced Registered Yoga Teacher certificate having completed 500 hours of training (E-RYT 500). He includes therapeutic Yoga in his practice.
Each year, Dr. Kaushik and his family travel to India to set up camps offering free medical care for underserved populations. He’d like to expand this service to other countries as well.
Dr. Kaushik brings his unique background as an Ayurvedic and Naturopathic practitioner with experience in public health and health education to this locality. He welcomes you into his wellness community.
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Miniature Painting Class
An introduction to the hobby of miniature sculpture painting. Bring fantastic characters to life as you learn about everything from model prep and brush maintenance to painting on a 3D canvas using techniques like layering, low vs high shading, dry brushing, and highlighting.
Community Service Club (Grades K-5)
Supply kits provided –Ms. Carla
New video tutorial every Thursday, 1:00 pm
Back by popular demand, our community service club provides weekly activities themed to bring smiles to our community. Video tutorials walk kids through putting together their community service project with ease. For some creative offline time, follow along with the paper instructions instead. Either way, you can complete the project anytime, anywhere.
Registration is required to sign up for materials and tutorials. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
Afternoon Hatha Yoga / Online
Instructor: Maria Polhemus
Tuesday & Thursday afternoons at 1:00 pm
Registration is required. You can reserve a space for Afternoon Hatha Yoga by registering below or email Donald at adult@pawlinglibrary.org.
Please join us for this very relaxing form of exercise.
Kids Social Hour (Grades K-5)
Thursdays, 2:30-3:30
Live via Zoom – Ms. Carla and Ms. Neena
Do you like to hang out with friends? Do you like to play games? Well if so, this virtual club is for you! Kids are provided a secure virtual space to interact, even while social distancing. Registration is required to access the secure Zoom link. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
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Twodaloo Activities! (1.5-3.5 years and a caregiver)
Free Supply Kits available for pickup — New video tutorial releases every Friday
Whether you complete the activity offline with your toddler or watch our video tutorial together, your child will be sure to benefit. These at-home activity kits (and instructions) are designed to build early skills and promote continued literacy learning, all through play.
The activity will line up with the week’s Twodaloo Toddlers program’s books and songs.
Registration is required to sign up for materials and tutorials. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
Dungeons and Dragons: Advanced Group
For seasoned adventurers to join us at the library for a monthly installment of the world’s most famous table top RPG, Dungeons & Dragons!
Twodaloo Toddlers! (1.5-3.5 years and a caregiver)
Fridays 10:00 – 10:30 am – Ms. Neena
Program runs six weeks, July 6-August 15. Attend as many or as few as you are able.
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. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
Dungeons and Dragons: Beginner Group
For beginner adventurers to join us at the library for a monthly installment of the world’s most famous table top RPG, Dungeons & Dragons!
Live Family Trivia Competition
Ages 5-11, caregivers and other family members welcome to participate.
Friday, 7/31, 5:30-6:15 pm–Ms. Carla & Ms. Neena
This program will be live on Zoom. Using Kahoot trivia, we’ll be hosting a general trivia night. Kids can compete on their own or with a team of people in their own space. Question difficulty will primarily focus on 1-3 grades.
Registration is required to access the secure Zoom link. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
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Sing-Along with Miss Tara (2-5 years)
Saturdays 10:30-11:00 am – Miss Tara & Ms. Neena
This program runs six weeks, July 6-August 17. Attend as many or as few classes as you are able.
This program is held live over Zoom with music educator, Miss Tara. Enhance your child’s love of music while igniting all areas of child development in this half-hour music 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. Visit Our Current Children’s Programs Pages to register.
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