What is happening at Pawling Library?

Join us for upcoming events, classes and programs at Pawling Free Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required where noted.
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Pawling Free Library
Wednesday, May 14, 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Alternating Wednesdays, 10:30 - 11:30 AM)
The 5/28 meeting of Family Hour: Sensory has been cancelled due to low enrollment. 

Alternating Wednesdays (04/16, 04/30, 05/14, & 05/28) 
10:30 - 11:15 AM/11:30 AM
Library Annex
Ages: 18 months - 5 years and a caregiver

When we explore and use our hands, we learn important fine motor skills, science, and math. Families are invited to join for open sensory play including materials like, water, packing peanuts,  jello, play-doh, fruit, etc. After we play, we will gather for a story and songs. Please dress children for mess! 

 
Springtime: Works on
Pawling Free Library
Wednesday, May 14, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

May 3 - May 31

A special all-ages exhibit featuring the artwork of children.

Theme: Spring.

All mediums: Pencil, pastel, charcoal, ink, paint, etc. 

Size of work: 8.5 x 11.


Delivery artwork: April 21-25.

Pick up artwork: June 2-6.
 
Line Dancing at Pawl
Lakeside Park
Wednesday, May 14, 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Do you enjoy line dancing or want to learn?

It doesn’t matter whether you’re new to this or experienced.

Spend an hour dancing while listening to a variety of tunes.

Line dancing is not just entertainment, it’s also a good form of exercise.

Please join us.

Be good to yourself and have some fun.

Joy is healthy, too!

Note: This program takes place at Pawling Recreation's Teen Center. 


The Pawling Library is proud to be partnering with Pawling Recreation.






2 Lakeside Dr, Pawling NY 12564
845-855-1131
Email: recreation@pawling.org
http://pawlingrec.com
 
Computer Help for Se
Pawling Free Library
Wednesday, May 14, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Members of the Pawling Library’s VolunTeens group will be available to help senior citizens with computer-related questions and problems at this weekly session. Please bring your device and/or library card and a volunteer will work one-on-one with you. Appointments are not necessary. The help sessions will take place in the Teen Space. Walk-ins are welcome. Please contact teen@pawlinglibrary.org with questions.
CONOZCA SUS DERECHOS
Pawling Library Annex
Wednesday, May 14, 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm

Presentado por Emma Kreyche
Directora de Defensa, Difusión y Educación
Centro de Justicia para Trabajadores de Nueva York

MIERCOLES, 14 DE MAYO
6:30PM A 8:00PM
Aprenda sobre los derechos laborales de los trabajadores inmigrantes en el estado de Nueva York sin importar su estatus migratorio.

¡Hablaremos sobre su pago, protecciones contra la discriminación y las represalias, la salud y seguridad en el trabajo, y más!


La Biblioteca Pawling se enorgullece de asociarse con el Proyecto para Todos de Camino Al Éxito y el Centro de Justicia para Trabajadores de Nueva York.



 
KNOW YOUR RIGHTS IN THE WORKPLACE

Presented by Emma Kreyche
Director of Advocacy, Outreach & Education
Worker Justice Center of New York

WEDNESDAY, MAY 14TH
6:30PM - 8:00PM

Learn about the rights of immigrant workers in New York State, regardless of immigration status. Please note that this workshop will be presented in Spanish only.

We will talk about your pay, protections against discrimination and retaliation, workplace health and safety, and more!



The Pawling Library is proud to be partnering with Camino Al Éxito’s Project for All and the Worker Justice Center of New York.


                 













 
Pawling Library Annex
Thursday, May 15, 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM (Thursdays, 10:00 - 10:45 AM)
Tuesdays 11:00-11:45 AM
OR
Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AM
Library Annex
Age range: 18-30 months & a caregiver

Spring session: April 7 - June 8
​​​​​​​NO CLASS MAY 22

Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. 

Registration preferred. Registration opens noon on March 17. Please sign up on our calendar for each date you plan to attend, whether in advance or day of. Drop-ins welcome as space is available.  Space is limited, so we highly suggest signing up in advance. 
Twodaloo Twos
Pawling Free Library
Thursday, May 15, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Thursdays, 11:00 AM)
Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM/12:00 PM
Library Annex
Ages: 2.5 - 3.5 years old and a caregiver

Spring session: April 7 - June 8
NO CLASS MAY 22

Our weekly program specifically for twos and threes. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Siblings welcome. 

Registration preferred. Registration opens noon on March 17. Please sign up on our calendar for each date you plan to attend, whether in advance or day of. Drop-ins welcome as space is available.  Sponsored by Pawling Free Library.
Springtime: Works on
Pawling Free Library
Thursday, May 15, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm

May 3 - May 31

A special all-ages exhibit featuring the artwork of children.

Theme: Spring.

All mediums: Pencil, pastel, charcoal, ink, paint, etc. 

Size of work: 8.5 x 11.


Delivery artwork: April 21-25.

Pick up artwork: June 2-6.
 
High School Battle o
Pawling Library Annex
Thursday, May 15, 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM (Thursdays, May 15 & June 26, 4:30 pm)
The High School Battle of the Books team meets once a month to practice for the Regional Competition. Participants will read five books throughout the spring and summer and meet with other libraries in the MId-Hudson System for trivia battles. The high school team is open to students in 8th grade through 12th grade. Team members will receive copies of the books to keep. For more information about the Battle of the Books program, please contact Maureen Meltzer-McGrath at teen@pawlinglibrary.org
Pawling Free Library
Thursday, May 15, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Following the success of Chess for All last summer, we are offering this drop-in and play time for players of all ages and skill levels. Walk-ins are welcome.

Please note: We will meet in the main Library building whenever possible. While registration is not required, those who are registered will received updates for inclimate weather or if the meeting location is moved to the Annex.

The Holmes and Watso
Pawling Free Library
Thursday, May 15, 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm

For this special mysterious book club, we’ll be reading and discussing stories from The Complete Sherlock Holmes Collection, by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Each member of the group will receive a copy of the book. 

We thank and look forward to seeing our crime solving super sleuths at our library!

This month the Holmes and Watson Mystery Book Club will be discussing "Silver Blaze."
 
Springtime: Works on
Pawling Free Library
Friday, May 16, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

May 3 - May 31

A special all-ages exhibit featuring the artwork of children.

Theme: Spring.

All mediums: Pencil, pastel, charcoal, ink, paint, etc. 

Size of work: 8.5 x 11.


Delivery artwork: April 21-25.

Pick up artwork: June 2-6.
 
Henna and Glitter Ta
Pawling Free Library
Friday, May 16, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
 POSTPONED: Stellar-NY has been providing all-natural henna and other services throughout the area for almost 20 years. Henna generally lasts about 1-2 weeks and a brief history, overview, and care information will be shared with guests. The henna must remain on the skin for approximately 2-3 hours to be most effective. Glitter tattoos will be available for those who do not want a 1-2 week commitment or who cannot wait for the henna to dry. Glitter tattoos last approximately 3 days and do not require a drying time. They are super glittery and limited to the artist's stencil designs.  This program is for age 10 & up. NEW DATE TO BE ANNOUNCED.
Pawling Free Library
Friday, May 16, 6:00 PM
Springtime: Works on
Pawling Free Library
Saturday, May 17, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm

May 3 - May 31

A special all-ages exhibit featuring the artwork of children.

Theme: Spring.

All mediums: Pencil, pastel, charcoal, ink, paint, etc. 

Size of work: 8.5 x 11.


Delivery artwork: April 21-25.

Pick up artwork: June 2-6.
 
Springtime: Works on
Pawling Free Library
Monday, May 19, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm

May 3 - May 31

A special all-ages exhibit featuring the artwork of children.

Theme: Spring.

All mediums: Pencil, pastel, charcoal, ink, paint, etc. 

Size of work: 8.5 x 11.


Delivery artwork: April 21-25.

Pick up artwork: June 2-6.
 
Monday Matinee at Pa
Lakeside Park
Monday, May 19, 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Movie: Black Bag 
Stars: Michael Fassbender and Cate Blanchett
Drama, Thriller, Mystery, Romance 
Rated: R
Runtime: 1h 33m

When intelligence agent Kathryn Woodhouse is suspected of betraying the nation, her husband - also a legendary agent - faces the ultimate test of whether to be loyal to his marriage, or his country. –from IMDb


Note: This program is for an adult audience and takes place at Pawling Recreation's Teen Center. 


The Pawling Library is proud to be partnering with Pawling Recreation.







2 Lakeside Dr, Pawling NY 12564
Phone: 845-855-1131
http://Email: recreation@pawling.org

 
Girls Who Code Club
Pawling Library Annex
Monday, May 19, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Come learn to code and change the world—join our Girls Who Code Club! Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role-models, and use computer science to change the world. Our middle and high school club encourages you to impact your community in a positive way through code.  When you join the Club, you will be able to learn fun and simple online coding tutorials, build community through interactive activities, and learn about inspiring role models. You then work in teams to design and build a Girls Who Code Project that solves real world problems you care about through code. In order to build the skills you need to make an impact, you will learn how to code from our fun online tutorials and activities that will help you build animations, games, apps, and other things that you dream up! There are tutorials in Scratch, Python, Swift, HTML, CSS, and JavaScript. Whether you’re a beginner or a computer master you are invited to join the Club!

For grades 6 through 12. Registration is required.
Middle School Battle
Pawling Library Annex
Monday, May 19, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM
The Middle School Battle of the Books team will meet every other Monday to practice for the Regional Battle. The middle school team is for students in 4th through 7th grades. The participants willl read 6 books throughout the spring and summer and compete with other libraries in the Mid-Hudson System in trivia battles based on the books. The team members will receive copies of the books to keep.
For more information, contact: Maureen Meltzer-McGrath at teen@pawlinglibrary.org
Baby Bounce and Groo
Pawling Free LibraryPawling, NY
Tuesday, May 20, 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM (Tuesdays, 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM)
Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AM
MAIN LIBRARY
Age range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiver
Spring session: April 7 - June 8
Early literacy is an important part of a baby’s healthy development. We read, sing, babble, and bounce together. Learn resources to use at home and meet other caregivers. Ends with social play.
Registration preferred.  Spring registration opens noon on March 17. Please sign up on our calendar for each date you plan to attend, whether in advance or day of. Drop-ins welcome as space is available. Space is limited so registration is highly suggested!  Sponsored by Pawling Free LibraryPawling, NY.
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