What is happening at Pawling Library?

Opening ReceptionSaturday, January 102:00 - 4:00 PMJanuary 1- February 7“Birthstone” is a painting exhibition of Pawling artist Julia Colletes’ most recent body of work, including a portrait series in which the subjects are imaginary rocks. Rooted in a reverence for nature but also...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, January 102:00 - 4:00 PMJanuary 1- February 7“Birthstone” is a painting exhibition of Pawling artist Julia Colletes’ most recent body of work, including a portrait series in which the subjects are imaginary rocks. Rooted in a reverence for nature but also...read more

 During this winter session, we’ll explore coding with BlockJam, Girls Who Code’s own coding program and participants can dive into creative coding, gaming and/or cybersecurity. This program is for grades 6 -12. Registration is required. Please note: NEW START DATE: FEBRUARY 2.

Opening ReceptionSaturday, January 102:00 - 4:00 PMJanuary 1- February 7“Birthstone” is a painting exhibition of Pawling artist Julia Colletes’ most recent body of work, including a portrait series in which the subjects are imaginary rocks. Rooted in a reverence for nature but also...read more

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Early 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 ...read more

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instruments with a focus on expanding vocabulary. Program ends with play. Register on our calendar for each...read more

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! 

Tuesdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWinter session  runs February 3 - March 17Ages: Grades 3-5This winter session of our Girls Who Code Club will follow the Girls Who Code Book Club plans, featuring the book, The Friendship Code. Participants will receive a copy of the book to keep. Each meeting will fo...read more

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

Opening ReceptionSaturday, January 102:00 - 4:00 PMJanuary 1- February 7“Birthstone” is a painting exhibition of Pawling artist Julia Colletes’ most recent body of work, including a portrait series in which the subjects are imaginary rocks. Rooted in a reverence for nature but also...read more

Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMain LibraryAges: 3 - 6 years old and a caregiverNine weeks, January 12 - March 13Caregivers welcome, though not required. Caregivers must stay on library property, but do not have to stay in the programming room, unless children need their support. It's playt...read more

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

Wednesdays, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PMJanuary 14 – March 11Ages: Grades K-2Each week, we will read a short, early reader (ER) graphic novel together and do a related activity based on the story!Books may include:- Unicorn and Yeti: Together by Heather Ayris Burnell- Best Buddies: A Pie for Us! By Vicky...read more

VolunTeens is welcoming new members at this first meeting of the new school-year. This is a year-round volunteer opportunity for ages 11 & up. The group will meet twice a month to plan or work on service projects to benefit the Library and the Pawling community.Meeting dates: The first and third...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, January 102:00 - 4:00 PMJanuary 1- February 7“Birthstone” is a painting exhibition of Pawling artist Julia Colletes’ most recent body of work, including a portrait series in which the subjects are imaginary rocks. Rooted in a reverence for nature but also...read more

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Please sign up on our calendar for each...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 4 years old and a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13Our weekly program specifically for twos, threes, and fours. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Literacy, fine ...read more

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! 

Gaming enthusiasts can explore Minecraft through the Library's education account and laptops. Players will work in teams to complete challenges on a closed server. This program is for grades 5 & up. Registration is required. 

Each of us has a wealth of memories.The goal of this once a month program is writing your life stories.At every gathering each person has 10 minutes to share a story with our group members in a very supportive environment. No one’s work and writing skills are ever critiqued. Your unique style ...read more

We are offering this drop-in and play time for players ages 8 through adult and all 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 receive reminders and updates for inclima...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, January 102:00 - 4:00 PMJanuary 1- February 7“Birthstone” is a painting exhibition of Pawling artist Julia Colletes’ most recent body of work, including a portrait series in which the subjects are imaginary rocks. Rooted in a reverence for nature but also...read more

First and Third Fridays(January 23, February 6, February 20, March 6 & March 20)4:00 PM – 5:00 PMAges: Grades 2-4Young gamers will explore Minecraft Education to work together to meet challenges in worldbuilding. This program will use the Library’s Minecraft account on a private serv...read more

Join Miss Neena for Slime making workshops at the Pawling School District's Annual Stone Soup event. This year, we're making crunchy dragon scale slime. For more information about this event, visit https://www.pawlingschools.org/stone_soup. This event held at Pawling Middle School ...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, January 102:00 - 4:00 PMJanuary 1- February 7“Birthstone” is a painting exhibition of Pawling artist Julia Colletes’ most recent body of work, including a portrait series in which the subjects are imaginary rocks. Rooted in a reverence for nature but also...read more

Saturday, February 711:00 AM - 2:00 PMAll ages and a caregiverFeaturing Penguin storytimes at 11:00 AM and 1:30 PMWe're celebrating Take your Child to the Library Day with penguin themed activities and bubbles, bubbles, everywhere! Stop by our open house to enjoy snacks, games, crafts, and stori...read more

Saturday, February 711:30 AM - 12:15 PMAll ages and a caregiver, children under 5 will need assistance.Penguin storytime for all ages at 11:00 AM, followed by stuffy making at 11:30 AM.We're celebrating Take your Child to the Library Day with penguin themed activities, including a stuffy making ...read more

Movie: Wicked: For GoodStars: Cynthia Erivo and Ariana GrandeFantasyRated: PGRuntime: 2h 17mElphaba, the future Wicked Witch of the West and her relationship with Glinda, the Good Witch of the North. The second of a two-part feature film adaptation of the Broadway musical. –from IMDbNote: This...read more

 During this winter session, we’ll explore coding with BlockJam, Girls Who Code’s own coding program and participants can dive into creative coding, gaming and/or cybersecurity. This program is for grades 6 -12. Registration is required. Please note: NEW START DATE: FEBRUARY 2.

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Early 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 ...read more

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instruments with a focus on expanding vocabulary. Program ends with play. Register on our calendar for each...read more

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! 

Tuesdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWinter session  runs February 3 - March 17Ages: Grades 3-5This winter session of our Girls Who Code Club will follow the Girls Who Code Book Club plans, featuring the book, The Friendship Code. Participants will receive a copy of the book to keep. Each meeting will fo...read more

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

Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMain LibraryAges: 3 - 6 years old and a caregiverNine weeks, January 12 - March 13Caregivers welcome, though not required. Caregivers must stay on library property, but do not have to stay in the programming room, unless children need their support. It's playt...read more

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

Wednesdays, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PMJanuary 14 – March 11Ages: Grades K-2Each week, we will read a short, early reader (ER) graphic novel together and do a related activity based on the story!Books may include:- Unicorn and Yeti: Together by Heather Ayris Burnell- Best Buddies: A Pie for Us! By Vicky...read more

Join us for some board game fun at the Holmes Whaley-Lake Civic Association.  The event is drop-in, but registration is suggested.  Thank you to the Holmes Whaley-Lake Civic Association for partnering with us on this event.

The book club will be discussing "When We Were Young & Brave" by Hazel Gaynor.Share your passion for reading.Enjoy friendly discussions about your favorite books.This evening is for you.Book selections are made by our members. 

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Please sign up on our calendar for each...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 4 years old and a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13Our weekly program specifically for twos, threes, and fours. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Literacy, fine ...read more

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! 

Gaming enthusiasts can explore Minecraft through the Library's education account and laptops. Players will work in teams to complete challenges on a closed server. This program is for grades 5 & up. Registration is required. 

We are offering this drop-in and play time for players ages 8 through adult and all 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 receive reminders and updates for inclima...read more

This monthly movie club is for grades 5 & up. Participants chose the films. This month's film is "The Naked Gun" (2025, PG-13), starring Liam Neesom, Kevin Durand, Pamela Anderson, Liz Koshy. "Only one man has this set of skills--to lead Police Squad and save the world.&q...read more

 During this winter session, we’ll explore coding with BlockJam, Girls Who Code’s own coding program and participants can dive into creative coding, gaming and/or cybersecurity. This program is for grades 6 -12. Registration is required. Please note: NEW START DATE: FEBRUARY 2.

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Early 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 ...read more

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instruments with a focus on expanding vocabulary. Program ends with play. Register on our calendar for each...read more

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! 

Tuesdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWinter session  runs February 3 - March 17Ages: Grades 3-5This winter session of our Girls Who Code Club will follow the Girls Who Code Book Club plans, featuring the book, The Friendship Code. Participants will receive a copy of the book to keep. Each meeting will fo...read more

Presented by the Good Advice GroupThis educational workshop focuses on helping individuals understand and optimize their Social Security benefit options and helps participants understand Medicare and make informed decisions with confidence. Attendees will learn how and when to claim benefits, strate...read more

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

Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMain LibraryAges: 3 - 6 years old and a caregiverNine weeks, January 12 - March 13Caregivers welcome, though not required. Caregivers must stay on library property, but do not have to stay in the programming room, unless children need their support. It's playt...read more

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

Wednesdays, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PMJanuary 14 – March 11Ages: Grades K-2Each week, we will read a short, early reader (ER) graphic novel together and do a related activity based on the story!Books may include:- Unicorn and Yeti: Together by Heather Ayris Burnell- Best Buddies: A Pie for Us! By Vicky...read more

VolunTeens is welcoming new members at this first meeting of the new school-year. This is a year-round volunteer opportunity for ages 11 & up. The group will meet twice a month to plan or work on service projects to benefit the Library and the Pawling community.Meeting dates: The first and third...read more

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

During this winter session, we will work in teams to solve the Science Buddies annual Challenge. We will learn about the 2026 challenge and plan our strategy, build the project, test it and submit our projects to Science Buddies. Registration required.

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Please sign up on our calendar for each...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 4 years old and a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13Our weekly program specifically for twos, threes, and fours. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Literacy, fine ...read more

Thursday, February 191:00 PM - 2:00 PMLibrary AnnexAges: Grades K- 4 or roughly 5 - 9 years oldEach month, we invite homeschooling families from across the region to join us for an hour of community and learning through play. The theme and activities for each session vary, but with a focus on collab...read more

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! 

Gaming enthusiasts can explore Minecraft through the Library's education account and laptops. Players will work in teams to complete challenges on a closed server. This program is for grades 5 & up. Registration is required. 

Presented by the Good Advice GroupThis course focuses on building a secure retirement income plan while minimizing taxes. Participants will learn how to estimate retirement income needs, coordinate Social Security, pensions, and personal savings, and apply smart withdrawal and tax strategies. The co...read more

We are offering this drop-in and play time for players ages 8 through adult and all 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 receive reminders and updates for inclima...read more

First and Third Fridays(January 23, February 6, February 20, March 6 & March 20)4:00 PM – 5:00 PMAges: Grades 2-4Young gamers will explore Minecraft Education to work together to meet challenges in worldbuilding. This program will use the Library’s Minecraft account on a private serv...read more

Dr. Larry Doom, heir to the Doom estate and a renowned chemist, has led a life mired in misery, lies, and deceit. After receiving troubling news from his doctor that he wasn't as healthy as he believed, he reflected on all the evil deeds he had committed against those closest to him. In a fit of...read more

Step back in time with us as we revisit a classic, low-budget monster movie—one that thrilled (and occasionally amused) audiences of the 1950s with its stop-motion animation creatures and plastic spaceships suspended by clearly visible strings.We invite everyone to join in the fun and freely s...read more

Held Monthly on Third Saturdays10:30 AM - 11:15 AMMain LibraryAges: birth - 5 years and a caregiver, siblings welcome. This mixed age storytime invites families to gather together to practice the 5 keys of early literacy. We'll sing, talk, read, play, and write. Stories, instruments, and so...read more

 During this winter session, we’ll explore coding with BlockJam, Girls Who Code’s own coding program and participants can dive into creative coding, gaming and/or cybersecurity. This program is for grades 6 -12. Registration is required. Please note: NEW START DATE: FEBRUARY 2.

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Early 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 ...read more

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instruments with a focus on expanding vocabulary. Program ends with play. Register on our calendar for each...read more

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 book club will be discussing "Dear Sister: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable Bonds" by Michelle Horton.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 se...read more

Tuesdays, 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWinter session  runs February 3 - March 17Ages: Grades 3-5This winter session of our Girls Who Code Club will follow the Girls Who Code Book Club plans, featuring the book, The Friendship Code. Participants will receive a copy of the book to keep. Each meeting will fo...read more

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

Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMain LibraryAges: 3 - 6 years old and a caregiverNine weeks, January 12 - March 13Caregivers welcome, though not required. Caregivers must stay on library property, but do not have to stay in the programming room, unless children need their support. It's playt...read more

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

Wednesdays, 4:00 PM - 4:45 PMJanuary 14 – March 11Ages: Grades K-2Each week, we will read a short, early reader (ER) graphic novel together and do a related activity based on the story!Books may include:- Unicorn and Yeti: Together by Heather Ayris Burnell- Best Buddies: A Pie for Us! By Vicky...read more

The Pawling Library will, once again, be participating in Battle of the Books. The middle school team came in 2nd Place in the Regional Battle in 2025. This year, we will still have a great selection of books and strong team spirit but there are some big changes! Join us for an information meeting t...read more

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverWinter session: January 12 - March 13Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Please sign up on our calendar for each...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 4 years old and a caregiverWinter Session: January 12 - March 13Our weekly program specifically for twos, threes, and fours. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Literacy, fine ...read more

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! 

Gaming enthusiasts can explore Minecraft through the Library's education account and laptops. Players will work in teams to complete challenges on a closed server. This program is for grades 5 & up. Registration is required. 

We are offering this drop-in and play time for players ages 8 through adult and all 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 receive reminders and updates for inclima...read more

In partnership with the Pawling Community Garden, Trevor Granger willl lead this program on companion planting in the vegetable garden and how it connects to the bigger picture: how pollinators, beneficial insects, and the areas around your garden support what's growing inside it. He will discus...read more