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, May 11, 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, May 11, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMMonday Matinee at Pa
Lakeside Park
Movie: Thieves Highway Stars: Aaron EckhartAction, Crime, ThrillerRated: RRuntime: 1h 23mAfter discovering a plot to haul stolen cattle in the middle of nowhere, a desperate and isolated lawman becomes the only thing standing in-between a group of dangerous rustlers and a clear run to the borde...read more

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Mahjong
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Mahjong
Tuesday, May. 12, 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, May. 12, 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

Building Brain - Healthy Habits
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
 Building Brain - Healthy Habits
Tuesday, May 12, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmBuilding Brain - Hea
Pawling Library Annex
 This course provides research-backed guidance on brain health and the importance of taking action to protect your brain at every age. Participants will gain tips for building brain-healthy habits into their daily lives, including how to build a personalized action plan. This action plan helps ...read more

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Line Dancing at Pawling Recreation
2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Line Dancing at Pawling Recreation
Wednesday, May. 13, 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

Evening Book Conversations
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
 Evening Book Conversations
Wednesday, May 13, 6:30 pm - 7:30 pmEvening Book Convers
Pawling Free Library
The book club will be discussing "The View from Lake Como: A Novel" by Adriana Trigiani.Share your passion for reading.Enjoy friendly discussions about your favorite books.This evening is for you.Book selections are made by our members.

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Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
Thursday, May. 14, 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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Monday Matinee at Pawling Recreation
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Monday Matinee at Pawling Recreation
Monday, May 18, 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMMonday Matinee at Pa
Lakeside Park
Movie: Springsteen: Deliver Me From NowhereStars:  Jeremy Allen WhiteDramaRated: PG-13Runtime: 1h 59m    Bruce Springsteen's journey crafting his 1982 album Nebraska, which emerged as he recorded Born in the USA with the E Street Band. Based on Warren Zanes' book. –...read more

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Mahjong
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Mahjong
Tuesday, May. 19, 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, May. 19, 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, May. 20, 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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Books and Beverages
6:00PM-8:00PM
 Books and Beverages
Friday, May 22, 6:00PM-8:00PMBooks and Beverages
Pawling Free Library
Enjoy a beverage while browsing in a cozy setting.  Discover hidden gems, connect with fellow readers, and purchase additional beverages and books throughout the night.
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Mahjong
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
 Mahjong
Tuesday, May. 26, 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, May 26, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMTuesday Afternoon Bo
Pawling Free Library
The book club will be discussing "The Phoenix Crown" by Kate Quinn and Janie Chang.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 conv...read more

The Pawling Writers Group
6:15 PM - 7:45 PM
 The Pawling Writers Group
Tuesday, May. 26, 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, May. 27, 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

Women in History / Online Book Club
6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Women in History / Online Book Club
Wednesday, May. 27, 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWomen in History / O
Pawling Free Library
If you’re interested in learning more about inspiring women in history, this book club is for you! Through reading and discussing the following list of biographies and memoirs, we will examine the lives of inspiring women in history, from novelists to scientists, activists, artists, and mother...read more

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Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Knitting & Crocheting with Friends
Thursday, May. 28, 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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