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Stanford Free Library Programs and Events

Join us for upcoming events, classes, and programs at Stanford Free Library! All events are free and open to the public. Registration required unless otherwise noted.

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Yoga with Mia
10:00am - 11:00am
 Yoga with Mia
Saturday, Jan. 3, 10:00am - 11:00am
6035 Route 82
One time waiver form must be filled out prior to your 1st class. Bring your own mat (or 2 for extra cushioning).  
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Mahjong for Beginners
10:00am - 12:00pm
 Mahjong for Beginners
Monday, Jan. 5, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
PLEASE CONTACT THE LIBRARY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ESL Classes
6:00pm - 8:00pm
 ESL Classes
Monday, Jan. 5, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
6035 Route 82
Free classes for English Language Learners.  All levels welcome.  Please contact Literacy Connections of the Hudson Valley to register or for more information. 845-452-8670
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Toddler Story Time
10:00am - 10:45am
 Toddler Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 10:00am - 10:45amToddler Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this weekly story time for children age 18 months - 2 years.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (10:00am - 10:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time. ...read more

Preschool Story Time
11:00am - 11:45am
 Preschool Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 11:00am - 11:45amPreschool Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this story time for children ages 3-4.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (11:00am - 11:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time.

Watercolor Workshop
1:00pm - 4:00pm
 Watercolor Workshop
Tuesday, Jan. 6, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
6035 Route 82
We will be happy to provide guidance but this is a Watercolor Workshop, not a Watercolor Class.  We will be using the basic watercolor techniques: a flat wash, graded wash, wet-on-wet, or drybrush.  Supplies are not provided, a list of needed materials is available at the library.  Ne...read more
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Brain Games
10:30am - 12:00pm
 Brain Games
Thursday, Jan. 8, 10:30am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
CALLING ALL SENIORS!JOIN IN THE FUN AND LAUGHTER OF OUR “BRAIN GAMES”Fun, stimulating, invigorating word games and trivia with lots of conversation and laughter!Hope to see you, or perhaps someone you know would enjoy coming! 
Homeschool Stories and STEAM
12:45pm - 1:45pm
 Homeschool Stories and STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 8, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades K-3 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 12:45pm - 1:45pm for our very popular Homeschool Stories and STEAM program.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (12:45pm - 1:45pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

Homeschool STEAM
2:00pm - 3:00pm
 Homeschool STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 8, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades 4-6 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 2:00pm - 3:00pm for our very popular Homeschool STEAM program.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (2:00pm - 3:00pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

Winter Stories and Crafts Grades Pre-K - 1
3:30pm - 4:30pm
Winter Stories and Crafts Grades Pre-K - 1
Thursday, Jan. 8, 3:30pm - 4:30pmWinter Stories and C
6035 Route 82
Register today to join Miss Danielle for Winter Stories and Crafts for students in Pre-K - 1st grade.  As a courtesy the school will transport your child to the library but seats on the bus are limited.  A flyer for this program will be sent home to all Cold Spring Early Learning Center St...read more

QiGong with Therese
5:30pm - 6:30pm
 QiGong with Therese
Thursday, Jan. 8, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
6035 Route 82
Why consider the practice of Qigong? Empower yourself/ Improve your physical and mental health/Create a state of balance/Strengthen your will power.To register or for more information please contact Therese. ThereseBalagna@gmail.com or 845-303-0886
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Mahjong for Intermediate Players
10:00am - 12:00pm
Mahjong for Intermediate Players
Friday, Jan. 9, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
Come and play Mahjong with this fun, friendly group.  Intermediate level players only please.  Beginners should contact the library for more information about our Monday sessions.
Chair Yoga with Mia
1:00pm - 2:00pm
 Chair Yoga with Mia
Friday, Jan. 9, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
6035 Route 82
Winter Stories and Crafts Grades 2 - 5
3:30pm - 5:00pm
Winter Stories and Crafts Grades 2 - 5
Friday, Jan. 9, 3:30pm - 5:00pmWinter Stories and C
6035 Route 82
Register today to join Miss Danielle for Winter Stories and Crafts for students in grades 2 - 5.  As a courtesy the school will transport your child to the library but seats on the bus are limited.  A flyer for this program will be sent home to all Seymour Smith Intermediate Learning Cente...read more

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Repair Cafe
10:00am - 2:00pm
 Repair Cafe
Saturday, Jan. 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
6035 Route 82
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Mahjong for Beginners
10:00am - 12:00pm
 Mahjong for Beginners
Monday, Jan. 12, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
PLEASE CONTACT THE LIBRARY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ESL Classes
6:00pm - 8:00pm
 ESL Classes
Monday, Jan. 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
6035 Route 82
Free classes for English Language Learners.  All levels welcome.  Please contact Literacy Connections of the Hudson Valley to register or for more information. 845-452-8670
Queer Revolutionary: The Trials of Robert Newburgh
6:00pm
Queer Revolutionary: The Trials of Robert Newburgh
Monday, Jan. 12, 6:00pmQueer Revolutionary:
6035 Route 82
Queer Revolutionary: The Trials of Robert Newburgh On the eve of the American Revolution, the British army court-martialed a chaplain, Robert Newburgh, who had been accused of engaging in an intimate relationship with another man. Newburgh’s enemies cited his flamboyant appearance, d...read more
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NECC Case Management Services
9:30am - 11:30am
 NECC Case Management Services
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 9:30am - 11:30am
6035 Route 82
North East Community Center's Case Management Services can help clients meet emergency needs and provide ongoing support. They can help find solutions through advocacy, referrals, and coaching.  For example, they can assist with food, rent,and utilities.  NECC'S case managers will ...read more
Toddler Story Time
10:00am - 10:45am
 Toddler Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 10:00am - 10:45amToddler Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this weekly story time for children age 18 months - 2 years.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (10:00am - 10:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time. ...read more

Preschool Story Time
11:00am - 11:45am
 Preschool Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 13, 11:00am - 11:45amPreschool Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this story time for children ages 3-4.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (11:00am - 11:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time.

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Stanford Supper Club
6:00pm - 7:00pm
 Stanford Supper Club
Wednesday, Jan. 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pmStanford Supper Club
6035 Route 82
Explore new foods and share a meal with friends.  Bring a potluck dish based on the theme to share. Recipe sharing and families welcome.Beverages, paper plates and bowls, plasticware, name tags and food signage will be provided.  April's theme is "All Alliums" which includes ...read more
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Brain Games
10:30am - 12:00pm
 Brain Games
Thursday, Jan. 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
CALLING ALL SENIORS!JOIN IN THE FUN AND LAUGHTER OF OUR “BRAIN GAMES”Fun, stimulating, invigorating word games and trivia with lots of conversation and laughter!Hope to see you, or perhaps someone you know would enjoy coming! 
Homeschool Stories and STEAM
12:45pm - 1:45pm
 Homeschool Stories and STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 15, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades K-3 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 12:45pm - 1:45pm for our very popular Homeschool Stories and STEAM program.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (12:45pm - 1:45pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

Homeschool STEAM
2:00pm - 3:00pm
 Homeschool STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades 4-6 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 2:00pm - 3:00pm for our very popular Homeschool STEAM program.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (2:00pm - 3:00pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

QiGong with Therese
5:30pm - 6:30pm
 QiGong with Therese
Thursday, Jan. 15, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
6035 Route 82
Why consider the practice of Qigong? Empower yourself/ Improve your physical and mental health/Create a state of balance/Strengthen your will power.To register or for more information please contact Therese. ThereseBalagna@gmail.com or 845-303-0886
Knitting
7:00pm - 8:30pm
 Knitting
Thursday, Jan. 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pmKnitting
6035 Route 82
Come for knitting, tea, and conversation.All levels welcome.  Advanced knitters will teach beginnersThis group meets on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays of each month.Registration not required.For additional information call 845-868-1341
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Mahjong for Intermediate Players
10:00am - 12:00pm
Mahjong for Intermediate Players
Friday, Jan. 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
Come and play Mahjong with this fun, friendly group.  Intermediate level players only please.  Beginners should contact the library for more information about our Monday sessions.
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CANCELLED DUE TO PREDICTED WEATHER Yoga with Mia
10:00am - 11:00am
CANCELLED DUE TO PREDICTED WEATHER Yoga with Mia
Saturday, Jan. 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
6035 Route 82
One time waiver form must be filled out prior to your 1st class. Bring your own mat (or 2 for extra cushioning).  
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Mahjong for Beginners
10:00am - 12:00pm
 Mahjong for Beginners
Monday, Jan. 19, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
PLEASE CONTACT THE LIBRARY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ESL Classes
6:00pm - 8:00pm
 ESL Classes
Monday, Jan. 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
6035 Route 82
Free classes for English Language Learners.  All levels welcome.  Please contact Literacy Connections of the Hudson Valley to register or for more information. 845-452-8670
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NECC Case Management Services
9:30am - 11:30am
 NECC Case Management Services
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 9:30am - 11:30am
6035 Route 82
North East Community Center's Case Management Services can help clients meet emergency needs and provide ongoing support. They can help find solutions through advocacy, referrals, and coaching.  For example, they can assist with food, rent,and utilities.  NECC'S case managers will ...read more
Toddler Story Time
10:00am - 10:45am
 Toddler Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 10:00am - 10:45amToddler Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this weekly story time for children age 18 months - 2 years.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (10:00am - 10:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time. ...read more

Preschool Story Time
11:00am - 11:45am
 Preschool Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 11:00am - 11:45amPreschool Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this story time for children ages 3-4.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (11:00am - 11:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time.

Watercolor Workshop
1:00pm - 4:00pm
 Watercolor Workshop
Tuesday, Jan. 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
6035 Route 82
We will be happy to provide guidance but this is a Watercolor Workshop, not a Watercolor Class.  We will be using the basic watercolor techniques: a flat wash, graded wash, wet-on-wet, or drybrush.  Supplies are not provided, a list of needed materials is available at the library.  Ne...read more
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Aging in Your Home
2:00pm
 Aging in Your Home
Wednesday, Jan. 21, 2:00pmAging in Your Home
6035 Route 82
This free program will be presented by Brian Jones from the Dutchess County Office for the Aging.  Where do you think you'll be in 3,5,10, 20 years or more?  Aging in place becomes easier to accomplish with the right measures in place. 

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Brain Games
10:30am - 12:00pm
 Brain Games
Thursday, Jan. 22, 10:30am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
CALLING ALL SENIORS!JOIN IN THE FUN AND LAUGHTER OF OUR “BRAIN GAMES”Fun, stimulating, invigorating word games and trivia with lots of conversation and laughter!Hope to see you, or perhaps someone you know would enjoy coming! 
Homeschool Stories and STEAM
12:45pm - 1:45pm
 Homeschool Stories and STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 22, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades K-3 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 12:45pm - 1:45pm for our very popular Homeschool Stories and STEAM program.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (12:45pm - 1:45pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

Homeschool STEAM
2:00pm - 3:00pm
 Homeschool STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades 4-6 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 2:00pm - 3:00pm for our very popular Homeschool STEAM program.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (2:00pm - 3:00pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

QiGong with Therese
5:30pm - 6:30pm
 QiGong with Therese
Thursday, Jan. 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
6035 Route 82
Why consider the practice of Qigong? Empower yourself/ Improve your physical and mental health/Create a state of balance/Strengthen your will power.To register or for more information please contact Therese. ThereseBalagna@gmail.com or 845-303-0886
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Mahjong for Intermediate Players
10:00am - 12:00pm
Mahjong for Intermediate Players
Friday, Jan. 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
Come and play Mahjong with this fun, friendly group.  Intermediate level players only please.  Beginners should contact the library for more information about our Monday sessions.
Free Beginner Forro Dance Classes
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Free Beginner Forro Dance Classes
Friday, Jan. 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pmFree Beginner Forro
6035 Route 82
Learn to dance Forro!   No partner required.  Class meets on January 23rd, January 30th, February 13th, and February 20th.  

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Yoga with Mia
10:00am - 11:00am
 Yoga with Mia
Saturday, Jan. 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
6035 Route 82
One time waiver form must be filled out prior to your 1st class. Bring your own mat (or 2 for extra cushioning).  

Keyboard Pianist Walt Otto
12:00pm - 1:00pm
 Keyboard Pianist Walt Otto
Saturday, Jan. 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pmKeyboard Pianist Wal
6035 Route 82
Local musician, Walt Otto, will play much-loved standards, early pop tunes, and classic country songs for us! No need to register Just drop in and enjoy the music.
Yo-Yo Club - Cancelled
1:00pm - 2:00pm
 Yo-Yo Club - Cancelled
Saturday, Jan. 24, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
6035 Route 82
We apologize for the inconvenience but Yo-Yo Club is cancelled for Saturday, April 25th.Join us at Yo-Yo Club with Marc Smith.  You will have hands-on fun while learning about different typs of yo-yos including fixed axle, responsive, and unresponsive.  Yo-yos will be available to use but ...read more
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Mahjong for Beginners
10:00am - 12:00pm
 Mahjong for Beginners
Monday, Jan. 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
PLEASE CONTACT THE LIBRARY FOR MORE INFORMATION.
ESL Classes
6:00pm - 8:00pm
 ESL Classes
Monday, Jan. 26, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
6035 Route 82
Free classes for English Language Learners.  All levels welcome.  Please contact Literacy Connections of the Hudson Valley to register or for more information. 845-452-8670
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NECC Case Management Services
9:30am - 11:30am
 NECC Case Management Services
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 9:30am - 11:30am
6035 Route 82
North East Community Center's Case Management Services can help clients meet emergency needs and provide ongoing support. They can help find solutions through advocacy, referrals, and coaching.  For example, they can assist with food, rent,and utilities.  NECC'S case managers will ...read more
Toddler Story Time
10:00am - 10:45am
 Toddler Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 10:00am - 10:45amToddler Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this weekly story time for children age 18 months - 2 years.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (10:00am - 10:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time. ...read more

Preschool Story Time
11:00am - 11:45am
 Preschool Story Time
Tuesday, Jan. 27, 11:00am - 11:45amPreschool Story Time
6035 Route 82
Join Miss Danielle for this story time for children ages 3-4.  Weekly sessions include stories, songs, and a craft.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Tuesday morning (11:00am - 11:45am) from January 6th - June 9th. Please note new time.

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Brain Games
10:30am - 12:00pm
 Brain Games
Thursday, Jan. 29, 10:30am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
CALLING ALL SENIORS!JOIN IN THE FUN AND LAUGHTER OF OUR “BRAIN GAMES”Fun, stimulating, invigorating word games and trivia with lots of conversation and laughter!Hope to see you, or perhaps someone you know would enjoy coming! 
Homeschool Stories and STEAM
12:45pm - 1:45pm
 Homeschool Stories and STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 29, 12:45pm - 1:45pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades K-3 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 12:45pm - 1:45pm for our very popular Homeschool Stories and STEAM program.   Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (12:45pm - 1:45pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

Homeschool STEAM
2:00pm - 3:00pm
 Homeschool STEAM
Thursday, Jan. 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
6035 Route 82
Children in grades 4-6 are welcome to join miss Danielle on Thursdays from 2:00pm - 3:00pm for our very popular Homeschool STEAM program.  Register once for the entire series which meets every Thursday (2:00pm - 3:00pm) from January 8th - May 21st. 

QiGong with Therese
5:30pm - 6:30pm
 QiGong with Therese
Thursday, Jan. 29, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
6035 Route 82
Why consider the practice of Qigong? Empower yourself/ Improve your physical and mental health/Create a state of balance/Strengthen your will power.To register or for more information please contact Therese. ThereseBalagna@gmail.com or 845-303-0886
Knitting
7:00pm - 8:30pm
 Knitting
Thursday, Jan. 29, 7:00pm - 8:30pmKnitting
6035 Route 82
Come for knitting, tea, and conversation.All levels welcome.  Advanced knitters will teach beginnersThis group meets on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Thursdays of each month.Registration not required.For additional information call 845-868-1341
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Mahjong for Intermediate Players
10:00am - 12:00pm
Mahjong for Intermediate Players
Friday, Jan. 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
6035 Route 82
Come and play Mahjong with this fun, friendly group.  Intermediate level players only please.  Beginners should contact the library for more information about our Monday sessions.
Free Beginner Forro Dance Classes
6:00pm - 7:00pm
Free Beginner Forro Dance Classes
Friday, Jan. 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pmFree Beginner Forro
6035 Route 82
Learn to dance Forro!   No partner required.  Class meets on January 23rd, January 30th, February 13th, and February 20th.  

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Yoga with Mia
10:00am - 11:00am
 Yoga with Mia
Saturday, Jan. 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
6035 Route 82
One time waiver form must be filled out prior to your 1st class. Bring your own mat (or 2 for extra cushioning).  
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