Library Events

Want to save money on your car insurance? Of course, you do! On Saturday, April 27 from 10 am to 4 pm, the library will be hosting a Defensive Driving Course presented by Peter Khan. This course allows you to save 10% on your vehicle liability, collision, and personal injury protection (PIP) insurance premiums for three years! You could also reduce up to four points on your driving record. 

$40 due day of class. Please bring pen, paper, and a bag lunch.

*This is NOT the five hour course needed to take your driving test.*

Sponsored by American Safety Inc. #028
Delivery Agency - DigitalDefensiveDriving.com #189

Yoga helps to promote strength, balance, and flexibility along with a sense of mental clarity and focus. Learn how Yoga postures, mindful movements, and breathing techniques can have a beneficial effect on your nervous system. This class is for any experience level and uses a chair for seated postures. Wear comfortable clothing that you can move and stretch in.

The #Connect4Respect: Bullying and Cyberbullying workshop provides a foundation for identifying bullying and its three forms, the different types of technology used to cyberbully, as well as the impact bullying and cyberbullying have on the individual, family, and friends. This workshop also educates participants to be helpful, and supportive, and seek help when faced with or witnessing bullying or cyberbullying. This program is geared for tweens and teens and parents are welcome to attend.

This program will be offered on Zoom. An email with the Zoom link for this program will be sent out to all program registrants in advance. We will also host an in-person screening of this program in the Library's Bennett Room.

This month’s spice is silk chili flakes! These chili flakes are made from the Aleppo pepper, which has a warm tomato-like flavor and medium heat. Stop by the Library to pick up a packet before the end of the month!

Celebrate National Library Week by upcycling an Altoid tin into a mini library! Books, accessories, and stickers are included and will allow you to customize your mini library. Not only will you get to unleash your creativity by customizing your mini library, but you'll also be helping the environment by upcycling the Altoid tins. For grades 6 - 12.

Get ready for spring and support your local bees! Bees are so important to our local ecosystems. Help them out by building them safe homes to raise their families in. Supplies will be provided. Roll up your sleeves and “bee” a pollinator hero this spring! For grades 6 - 12.

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!

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!

Euphrates Mint is the perfect herb to kick off your summer! This herb is sweet and intense and adds brightness to any dish. Stop by the Library throughout the month of May to pick up a packet!

Walking is better with good company! Join Adult Programmer Gabrielle Esposito for Walking Club! We will be gathering at the Cary Institute, and will be taking the Wappinger Creek Trail (1.25 mi.). Please take proper precaution to guard against ticks; bug spray, long pants, and tucked shirts are recommended. Before registering for this event, please note that you will be required to sign a waiver before or on the day of the event. If you have any questions, please contact Gabrielle Esposito at gesposito@millbrooklibrary.org. 

Join us for a bubble tea workshop where you'll learn all the secrets behind crafting this deliciously refreshing drink. From choosing your favorite flavors to perfecting the iconic tapioca pearls, this hands-on event promises to be a blast! All supplies provided. For grades 6 -12.

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!

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. 

Come and make a simple woven paper May Day basket! Suggested age range: 4-12.

Join Millbrook’s musical community for Library Jams! All you need is your instrument and your singing voice. Eric Marshall will lead you through a myriad of memorable tunes. This group is perfect for beginner and advanced musicians. 

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!

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!

Explore your artistic talents by customizing wind chimes with your unique designs! Wind chimes not only add beauty to outdoor spaces but also create soothing sounds as they sway in the breeze. All supplies provided. For grades 6 - 12.

We are excited to be led through The Mildred I. Washington Art Gallery! Located on Dutchess Community College’s campus, the Gallery exhibits work from regional, national and international artists. Each semester, the Gallery houses a display of outstanding student work and a show of faculty work.

In this hands-on program, teens will delve into the world of marbling—a technique that produces beautiful swirling patterns resembling marble stone. Participants will have the chance to transform plain coasters and dishes into personalized masterpieces using vibrant colors and innovative designs. For grades 6 - 12.

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!