What is happening at Pawling Library?

The Carmel Middle School students will visit the Library. 

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

This monthly movie club is for Grades 5 & up. Participants chose the films. This month, we will be screening  The Princess Bride (1987, PG). "In the delightfully fractured tale, a grandfather reads a story about a beautiful young woman named Buttercup to his bored grandson. Then, the a...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

Join us as we celebrate our nation’s 250th anniversary and step back in time to explore the history and craftsmanship of early American cloth making. Since the Colonial Era, textile production in this country was primarily household-based, with women and children commonly using spinning w...read more

This event is not open to the public. For more information, please contact Children's Program Coordinator Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org 

Movie: Springsteen: Deliver Me From NowhereStars: Jeremy Allen WhiteDramaRated: PG-13Runtime: 1h 59mBruce 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. – from IMDbNote: This prog...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

The members of the Battle of the Books team will meet every other week for the spring season as they read the eight books for the 2026 program. For information about the program or questions, please contact YA Program Coordinator, Maureen Meltzer-McGrath at teen@pawlinglibary.org

As surprising as it may sound, Pawling sits right along a major (and long-overlooked) dinosaur migration route. From towering sauropods to swift theropods, these travelers have been quietly making their way through our community for ages. It’s about time we helped them along—dinosau...read more

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19Early 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 caregiver...read more

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiverSpring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instruments with a focus on expanding vocabulary. Program ends with play. Register on our cale...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...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! 

During this bi-monthly program, we’ll have fun with different projects and activities including making healthy—and creative-snacks, arts & crafts, Indibots, airplane science and dinosaurs!Sign up for one or all of these dates: 5/5 Paper Airplane Science: We will talk about paper...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, 9:30 - 10:15 AM or Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiver Please attend either Tuesdays or Wednesdays, not both. Spring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instrum...read more

Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMain LibraryAges: 3 - 6 years old and a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, NO CLASS MAY 20Caregivers 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...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...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

Reserved for Meeting

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, NO CLASS MAY 21Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Please sign up on our cale...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 4 years old and a caregiverSpring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 21Our weekly program specifically for twos, threes, and fours. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Li...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...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! 

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

This event is not open to the public. For more information, please contact Children's Program Coordinator Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org 

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

Youth voices are leading the conversation at our Library! The Pawling Library is one of 10 libraries in the US who have been selected to be part of a new program called the Teen Dialogue Accelerator, that empowers teens to host conversations of civic life, democracy and the future of work. It is abo...read more

This event is not open to the public and will only happen if the May 4 visit is unable to occur as scheduled. For more information, please contact Children's Program Coordinator Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org 

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

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! 

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

Youth voices are leading the conversation at our Library! The Pawling Library is one of 10 libraries in the US who have been selected to be part of a new program called the Teen Dialogue Accelerator, that empowers teens to host conversations of civic life, democracy and the future of work. It is abo...read more

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19Early 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 caregiver...read more

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiverSpring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instruments with a focus on expanding vocabulary. Program ends with play. Register on our cale...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...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: 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

For centuries, we've known that the health of the brain and the body are connected. But now, science is able to provide insights into how to make lifestyle choices to keep your brain and body healthy as you age. Join us to learn about research in the areas of diet and nutrition, exercise, c...read more

Wednesdays, 9:30 - 10:15 AM or Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiver Please attend either Tuesdays or Wednesdays, not both. Spring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instrum...read more

Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMain LibraryAges: 3 - 6 years old and a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, NO CLASS MAY 20Caregivers 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...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...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

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. Please note: No program 5/7 or 5/20.

Join us for board games at the Holmes-Whaley Lake Civic Association.  We'll provide the games, you bring your desire to have fun!We are excited to partner with the Holmes-Whaley Lake Civic Association to make this program possible.

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

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.

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, NO CLASS MAY 21Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Please sign up on our cale...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 4 years old and a caregiverSpring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 21Our weekly program specifically for twos, threes, and fours. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Li...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...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! 

This program is for students in grades K - 4 and attend Pawling Elementary School. During this weekly program, we’ll have fun with different projects and activities including making healthy—and creative-snacks, arts & crafts, Indibots, airplane science, and dinosaurs!  This...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, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

Friday, May 154:30 PM - 6:30 PM, stay the whole time or drop in as you are ableAges: 2 - 8 years old and a caregiverWhether you want to play pretend or have a stuffed animal in need of some minor repairs, this is the event for you! Kids bring a stuffed animal or toy from home who needs to visit the ...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

Third Saturday of each month (4/18, 5/16, and 6/20)10:30 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,...read more

Opening ReceptionSaturday, April 182:00 - 4:00 PMApril 18 - May 16Ginger Manning Mold grew up in a home filled with art and creative materials, where she was inspired to explore a wide range of mediums. She experimented with paints, crayons, charcoal, pastels, papier mâché, and fabric&m...read more

The members of the Battle of the Books team will meet every other week for the spring season as they read the eight books for the 2026 program. For information about the program or questions, please contact YA Program Coordinator, Maureen Meltzer-McGrath at teen@pawlinglibary.org

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! 

During this bi-monthly program, we’ll have fun with different projects and activities including making healthy—and creative-snacks, arts & crafts, Indibots, airplane science and dinosaurs!Sign up for one or all of these dates: 5/19 IndiBots: Children will learn how these car-sha...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

The Pawling Library's annual book sale will be May 21-25, 2026. More details and times coming soon. To accomodate the book sale, the library will be closed for all other services on:- half day, Wednesday, May 20 (closing mid-day)- closed all day Thursday, May 21 - May 25 for everything exce...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

The Pawling Library's annual book sale will be May 21-25, 2026. More details and times coming soon. To accomodate the book sale, the library will be closed for all other services on:- half day, Wednesday, May 20 (closing mid-day)- closed all day Thursday, May 21 - May 25 for everything exce...read more

This program is for students in grades K - 4 and attend Pawling Elementary School. During this weekly program, we’ll have fun with different projects and activities including making healthy—and creative-snacks, arts & crafts, Indibots, airplane science, and dinosaurs!  This...read more

The Pawling Library's annual book sale will be May 21-25, 2026. More details and times coming soon. To accomodate the book sale, the library will be closed for all other services on:- half day, Wednesday, May 20 (closing mid-day)- closed all day Thursday, May 21 - May 25 for everything exce...read more

The Pawling Library's annual book sale will be May 21-25, 2026. More details and times coming soon. To accomodate the book sale, the library will be closed for all other services on:- half day, Wednesday, May 20 (closing mid-day)- closed all day Thursday, May 21 - May 25 for everything exce...read more

The Pawling Library's annual book sale will be May 21-25, 2026. More details and times coming soon. To accomodate the book sale, the library will be closed for all other services on:- half day, Wednesday, May 20 (closing mid-day)- closed all day Thursday, May 21 - May 25 for everything exce...read more

The Pawling Library's buildings will be closed for in-person services on Monday, May 25, 2026 in observation of Memorial Day.Our digital library remains open and available 24/7, 365 days a year! Access digital services at https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/digital-branch/Our buildings reope...read more

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19Early 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 caregiver...read more

Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiverSpring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instruments with a focus on expanding vocabulary. Program ends with play. Register on our cale...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 "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

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, 9:30 - 10:15 AM or Tuesdays, 11:00-11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18 months - 3 years & a caregiver Please attend either Tuesdays or Wednesdays, not both. Spring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 19This mixed age group program features stories, songs, rhymes, and instrum...read more

Wednesdays, 11:30 AM - 12:15 PMMain LibraryAges: 3 - 6 years old and a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, NO CLASS MAY 20Caregivers 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...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

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. Please note: No program 5/7 or 5/20.

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

Thursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverSpring session: April 6 - June 12, NO CLASS MAY 21Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Please sign up on our cale...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 4 years old and a caregiverSpring Session: April 6 - June 12, no class May 21Our weekly program specifically for twos, threes, and fours. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Li...read more

Third Thursday of each month ** Thursday, May 281:00 PM - 2:00 PMLibrary AnnexAges: Grades K- 4 or roughly 5 - 9 years old**May's class will be the fourth Thursday, due to the library booksale on May 21. Each month, we invite homeschooling families from across the region to join us for...read more

For the Spring 2026 Homeschool Space series for Middle & High School students, we will meet at an earlier time: 1 pm - 2 pm in the Main Library. During this session, the students will be newspaper reporters and editors and will be taught how to write news articles and do "old school&qu...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! 

This program is for students in grades K - 4 and attend Pawling Elementary School. During this weekly program, we’ll have fun with different projects and activities including making healthy—and creative-snacks, arts & crafts, Indibots, airplane science, and dinosaurs!  This...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

Amy from Stella-NY will tell participants about how henna is applied and the way to care for it after application. Following this brief talk, participants will be able to have designs applied. For grades 5 & up.