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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Card Making
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 Card Making
Monday, Oct. 19, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMCard Making
Pawling Free Library
Presenter: Marilyn MitchellEach month, at this adult beginner’s craft workshop, we’ll be making a new and different type of card. The best cards are the ones you make yourself! 

Monday Matinee at Pawling Recreation
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday Matinee at Pawling Recreation
Monday, Oct. 19, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMMonday Matinee at Pa
Lakeside Park
Movie: Young WashingtonStars: William Franklyn-Miller and Mary-Louise ParkerAdventure, HistoryRated: PG-13Runtime: 2hA young George Washington faces war, betrayal and impossible choices that will forge a leader. – from IMDbNote: This program is for an adult audience and takes place at Pawling ...read more

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Mahjong
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Mahjong
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMMahjong
Pawling Free Library
Tuesdays: 3 - 5 PMMahjong is popular throughout the world. Please join us and learn how to play this ancient Chinese tile game. Come join the fun! 

The Pawling Writers Group
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
 The Pawling Writers Group
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 6:15 PM - 7:45 PMThe Pawling Writers
Pawling Free Library
Tuesdays: 6:15-7:45 PMThis writing group, led by author Steve Haggerty, is open to anyone ages 18 and up who has an interest in writing. We welcome books of fiction, short stories, nonfiction, and poetry. The program will run as the classic writing workshop, where participants have the opportunity t...read more

Visiting Ireland
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
 Visiting Ireland
Tuesday, Oct. 20, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmVisiting Ireland
Pawling Library Annex
Presented by Sheridan Hraska of Sheplie Travel Get ready for an amazing in-person adventure in the heart of Ireland! Explore the stunning landscapes, enjoy some craic with the locals, and soak up the rich culture. Whether you’re wandering through charming villages or catching live music i...read more

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American Conversation Project
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
 American Conversation Project
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMAmerican Conversatio
Pawling Free Library
Most of us want to be heard. But the ways we often engage in public life—surveys, social media, town halls—were never designed for that. They’re fast. They’re loud. They’re sometimes heated and don’t feel safe. And they rarely leave room for the kind of conversati...read more

Line Dancing at Pawling Recreation
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Line Dancing at Pawling Recreation
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMLine Dancing at Pawl
Lakeside Park
Wednesdays: 2-3 PMDo 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 ...read more

Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein Book Club Night / Online Program
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein Book Club Night / Online Program
Wednesday, Oct. 21, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMMary Shelley’s
Pawling Free Library
If you’re interested in learning more about Mary Shelley and her genre-defining novel “Frankenstein” then this book club evening is for you!  Just in time for Halloween! We’ll discuss relevant parts of her life and various interpretations of her Frankenstein.  If yo...read more

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Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
Thursday, Oct. 22, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMKnitting & Crochetin
Pawling Free Library
Thursdays: 2 - 4 PMBring your favorite yarns and needles for a relaxing afternoon of knitting, crocheting and conversation.Please join us for some afternoon fun! 

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Mahjong
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Mahjong
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMMahjong
Pawling Free Library
Tuesdays: 3 - 5 PMMahjong is popular throughout the world. Please join us and learn how to play this ancient Chinese tile game. Come join the fun! 

Tuesday Afternoon Book Club / Online Program
4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Tuesday Afternoon Book Club / Online Program
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMTuesday Afternoon Bo
Pawling Free Library
The book club will be discussing "The God of the Woods" by Liz Moore.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...read more

The Pawling Writers Group
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
 The Pawling Writers Group
Tuesday, Oct. 27, 6:15 PM - 7:45 PMThe Pawling Writers
Pawling Free Library
Tuesdays: 6:15-7:45 PMThis writing group, led by author Steve Haggerty, is open to anyone ages 18 and up who has an interest in writing. We welcome books of fiction, short stories, nonfiction, and poetry. The program will run as the classic writing workshop, where participants have the opportunity t...read more

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Line Dancing at Pawling Recreation
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Line Dancing at Pawling Recreation
Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMLine Dancing at Pawl
Lakeside Park
Wednesdays: 2-3 PMDo 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 ...read more

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Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
Thursday, Oct. 29, 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMKnitting & Crochetin
Pawling Free Library
Thursdays: 2 - 4 PMBring your favorite yarns and needles for a relaxing afternoon of knitting, crocheting and conversation.Please join us for some afternoon fun! 

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