Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Millbrook Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
Millbrook
Tuesday, Mar. 19, 10:15 - 10:45
This story time session is tailored to serve babies, young toddlers, and their caregivers. Story time will be about 15 to 20 minutes in length, with shorter stories & board books, and fingerplay songs. Lap sitting with caregivers is encouraged, as adult participation is crucial to the success of a younger child-focused story circle. This is meant to be a gentle introduction to group activities for our youngest patrons!
Millbrook
Tuesday, Mar. 19, 11:00 - 11:30
This storytime is tailored to serve preschoolers and their caregivers. Storytime is about 30 minutes in length with great books and fun songs. Participation with caregivers is encouraged!
Millbrook
Tuesday, Mar. 19, 1:30 - 2:30
How can you maximize your chances of living happily and independently for as long as possible? Find out in this discussion with OFA Outreach Coordinator Brian Jones, on the traits that contribute to a high quality of life as we age.
Millbrook
Tuesday, Mar. 19, 7:00 PM
Millbrook
Wednesday, Mar. 20, 10:00 - 11:00
Join the Walking Club for a brisk jaunt outside! We will be walking on Fowler Road, a dirt road behind the Cottonwood Motel, off of Route 44. We will be meeting at the beginning of the road by the old Millbrook Training Center. Please be advised that the trail can get muddy. Before partaking in Walking Club, you must sign a Sports Waiver.
Millbrook
Wednesday, Mar. 20, 3:00 - 5:00
Calling all knitting and fiber art lovers! Join a warm and supportive crafting community at the library. Whether you're a seasoned pro or a beginner, everyone is welcome to share, create, and inspire together. Let's click those needles, crochet those loops, and bond over our love for all things fiber. Ages 12 and up, come be a part of our creative crew as we weave friendships stitch by stitch!
Millbrook
Wednesday, Mar. 20, 4:00 PM
Location: Bennett Room
Creative Explorations is a time to explore materials with process-based art, try simple science experiments, create projects with guest presenters, and make crafts, gifts, food, music, and drama.... the options are varied and exciting. March is National Umbrella Month! Have fun making this miniature, paper umbrella that opens! Suggested age range: 5-12; adult assistance needed
Millbrook
Thursday, Mar. 21, 11:00 - 11:30
This story time session is tailored to serve babies, young toddlers, and their caregivers. Story time will be about 15 to 20 minutes in length, with shorter stories & board books, and fingerplay songs. Lap sitting with caregivers is encouraged, as adult participation is crucial to the success of a younger child-focused story circle. This is meant to be a gentle introduction to group activities for our youngest patrons!
Millbrook
Thursday, Mar. 21, 11:30 - 12:00
This time is for children & caregivers! Enjoy our new toy selection and make some connections and friends. Explore the library, read books together, and have some fun!
Millbrook
Thursday, Mar. 21, 7:00 PM
Benson John Lossing was a prolific and popular historian of the mid and late 19th century, known best for his illustrated books on the American Revolution and Civil War and features in Harper's Magazine. He was a charter trustee of Vassar College and a Dutchess County luminary. His daughter Helen Lossing was also a noted illustrator. Their family's life, and that of their neighbors, was memorialized in the book, "My Heart Goes Home," published here in the Hudson Valley. Benson and Helen's drawings, paintings, and papers constitute an important collection at the Dutchess County Historical Society in Poughkeepsie. The Lossing's farm sits at a high point on Chestnut Ridge in Dover township, a few yards from the Town of Washington. Our talk will discuss the Lossings as well as the efforts to restore their 1809 house.
Presented by the Millbrook Historical Society.
Taught by Stephen Masri.
Millbrook
Friday, Mar. 22, 4:00 PM
Introducing Reading Libros, Spanish language immersion for families interested in exposure to the Spanish language and exploring Latin culture from a child’s perspective. These weekly sessions, led by local polyglot, Indira AuMaitre Hersey, focus on singing and reading in Spanish, to cultivate ease with the language in a fun and delightful way.
Leyendo Libros
Presentamos Reading Libros, inmersión en el idioma español para familias interesadas en exponerse al idioma español y explorar la cultura Latina desde la perspectiva de un niño. Estas sesiones semanales, dirigidas por la políglota local, Indira AuMaitre Hersey, se enfocan en cantar y leer en español, para cultivar la facilidad con el idioma de una manera divertida y agradable.
Millbrook
Friday, Mar. 22, 4:30 - 6:00
Need help with a computer or smartphone? Want to learn how to use the library's online resources? Sign up for a one-on-one class with our library staff on Fridays from 4:30 - 6. Classes are limited to thirty-minute sessions. Register for the event and specify your time slot
Millbrook
Saturday, Mar. 23, 11:00 - 1:00
Interested in volunteering? Come to Millbrook Library to see some of the amazing organizations that help our community and learn how you can help them. We have organizations for animal care, local ecology, food banks, medical care, and more.
Participating organizations include:
- Millbrook Historical Society
- Millbrook Rotary
- Millbrook Fire Department
- Friends of Millbrook Library
- Northeast Dutchess Immigrant Services
- Dutchess Land Conservancy
- Angels of Light
- Office for the Aging
- Hope Rising Farm
Millbrook
Monday, Mar. 25
Step up your snack game by making your own Chex mix! It's like crafting your own crunchy, flavorful adventure in a bowl. Supplies will be provided. Kits will be available to pick up starting Friday, March 1st. For grades 6- 12.
Please confirm that teens registered are in grades 6-12. Staff may reach out to confirm.
Millbrook
Monday, Mar. 25
Celebrate National Noodle Month with us! Sign up for a pack of rice noodles and spices and some ideas to make a hot pot meal. Dive into the world of deliciousness with our noodle celebration kit! Kits will be available for pick-up starting Monday, March 11th. For ages up to 12.
Millbrook
Monday, Mar. 25, 10:00 - 12:00
The Library is excited to partner with the Office for the Aging for A Matter of Balance! This award-winning program is designed to reduce the fear of falling and increase the activity levels of older adults who have concerns about falls.
This is an 8-week course. Participants must be able to attend all sessions. You must apply and be approved through the Office of the Aging. Interested patrons may
fill out this application.
You can either mail it to the office at 114 Delafield St. Poughkeepsie NY 12601, or scan and email the application to pgarnot@dutchessny.gov. To receive a paper copy of the application, please visit the Library.
Millbrook
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 10:15 - 10:45
This story time session is tailored to serve babies, young toddlers, and their caregivers. Story time will be about 15 to 20 minutes in length, with shorter stories & board books, and fingerplay songs. Lap sitting with caregivers is encouraged, as adult participation is crucial to the success of a younger child-focused story circle. This is meant to be a gentle introduction to group activities for our youngest patrons!
Millbrook
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 11:00 - 11:30
This storytime is tailored to serve preschoolers and their caregivers. Storytime is about 30 minutes in length with great books and fun songs. Participation with caregivers is encouraged!
Millbrook
Tuesday, Mar. 26, 1:30 - 2:30
February may be Heart Health Month, but understanding heart health never goes out of style. Mary Yuter, RN, will host a frank heart-to-heart discussion about heart health. This program is meant to promote critical thinking and discussion about how our health and hearts are connected.
Millbrook
Wednesday, Mar. 27, 4:00 PM
Location: Bennett Room
Creative Explorations is a time to explore materials with process-based art, try simple science experiments, create projects with guest presenters, and make crafts, gifts, food, music, and drama.... the options are varied and exciting.
Join us for a fun craft with a little bit of science added in! Color eggs with baking soda "paint" and add some vinegar for a fizzy reaction that leaves eggs beautifully uneven!
Each child will be provided one hard-boiled egg, but you are encouraged to bring more from home! Suggested age range:1-12