What is happening at Pawling Library?

This event is not open to the public. For more information, please contact Neena at children@pawlinglibrary.org

Come learn to code and change the world—join our Girls Who Code Club! Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role-models, and use computer science to change the world. Our middle and high school club encourages you to impact your community in a ...read more

The Middle School Battle of the Books team will meet every other Monday to practice for the Regional Battle. The middle school team is for students in 4th through 7th grades. The participants willl read 6 books throughout the spring and summer and compete with other libraries in the Mid-Hudson Syste...read more

Tuesdays 10:00-10:45 AMMAIN LIBRARYAge range: Birth - 18 mo. and a caregiverSpring session: April 7 - June 8Early 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 socia...read more

Tuesdays 11:00-11:45 AMORThursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverSpring session runs April 7 - June 8Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferred. Registration op...read more

Tuesdays, 2:00 – 3:00 PMLibrary AnnexAge range: Ages 3 - 5 yearsSpring: April 7 - June 8Our small group Kindergarten readiness program, focused on early literacy and math skills through a combination of hands-on activities and group story time. We'll also work on following directions and p...read more

Mahjong 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 PMLibrary AnnexAges: Kindergarten - 3rd gradeProgram runs: April 15 - June 3During this weekly program, we'll read Dinosaurs Before Dark, the first book in the Magic Tree House series by Mary Pope Osborne. Each week, we'll read a few chapters and complete a related c...read more

Tuesdays6:15-7:45 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 members have the opportunity to read ...read more

The remaining Books and Blocks programs for Spring (May 21 and June 4) have been cancelled due to low enrollment. Alternating Wednesdays (05/21, & 06/04) 10:30 - 11:15 AM/11:30 AMLibrary AnnexAges: 18 months - 5 years and a caregiverWelcome to family hour! Join us for free block p...read more

Do 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 join us.Be good to yourself and have s...read more

Members of the Pawling Library’s VolunTeens group will be available to help senior citizens with computer-related questions and problems at this weekly session. Please bring your device and/or library card and a volunteer will work one-on-one with you. Appointments are not necessary. The help ...read more

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 Wednesday of each month at 5 pm to 6:30 pm. There may be additional dates dependi...read more

Tuesdays 11:00-11:45 AMORThursdays 10:00-10:45 AMLibrary AnnexAge range: 18-30 months & a caregiverSpring session: April 7 - June 8​​​​​​​NO CLASS MAY 22Interactive story time featuring puppets, instruments, and elements of music & movement. Program ends with play. Registration preferre...read more

Thursdays, 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM/12:00 PMLibrary AnnexAges: 2.5 - 3.5 years old and a caregiverSpring session: April 7 - June 8NO CLASS MAY 22Our weekly program specifically for twos and threes. This program includes stories, rhymes, songs, and activities designed to get kids learning through play. Si...read more

Following the success of Chess for All last summer, we are offering this drop-in and play time for players of all ages and 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 re...read more

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

Friday, June 61:00 PM - 2:00 PM Library AnnexAges: 3-8 and a caregiverThis one-time event invites kids and a grown-up caregiver to visit the library spa, where all participants can pamper themselves. Enjoy a warm water hand soak, paint each other's nails, and create your own kid-safe lip-gl...read more

Friday, June 65:30 PM - 6:30 PM Library AnnexAges: 3-8 and a caregiverThis one-time event invites kids and a grown-up caregiver to visit the library spa, where all participants can pamper themselves. Enjoy a warm water hand soak, paint each other's nails, and create your own kid-safe lip-gl...read more

Teens can battle their friends at this after-hours Nerf Nite at the Library. Run between the stacks as you dodge the flying darts!The Library has a limited number of Nerf weapons for use and participants are welcome to bring their own. This program is for grades 5 and up. Registration is required

This event is not open to the public. For more information, please contact Neena at children@pawlinglibrary.org

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! 

Come learn to code and change the world—join our Girls Who Code Club! Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role-models, and use computer science to change the world. Our middle and high school club encourages you to impact your community in a ...read more

Mahjong is popular throughout the world. Please join us and learn how to play this ancient Chinese tile game. Come join the fun! 

Tuesdays6:15-7:45 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 members have the opportunity to read ...read more

Hablemos de dinero: Un taller práctico para fortalecer tu poder financieroPresentado por Ruth Aguilar de The World ChangersMartes, 10 de junio6:30 - 8:00 PMAcompáñenos en un taller enriquecedor de educación financiera, diseñado para ayudarle a construir una base s&...read more

Do 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 join us.Be good to yourself and have s...read more

Members of the Pawling Library’s VolunTeens group will be available to help senior citizens with computer-related questions and problems at this weekly session. Please bring your device and/or library card and a volunteer will work one-on-one with you. Appointments are not necessary. The help ...read more

The book club will be discussing "The Midnight Library: a novel" by Matt Haig.Share your passion for reading.Enjoy friendly discussions about your favorite books.This evening is for you.Book selections are made by our members. 

Second Thursday of each Month (04/10, 05/08, and 06/12)1:00 - 2:00 PMLibrary AnnexAges: Children ages 5-10, or those homeschooling in grades K-4Each month, homeschoolers come together to work on a fun, engaging project with friends and other homeschoolers in our region. For our June meeting, we...read more

Thursday, 06/122:00 - 2:30 PMLibrary Annex and Main LibraryAges: This program is for the participants of our homeschool space elementary and middle school clubs and their families. Each month, homeschoolers come together to work on a fun, engaging project with friends and other homeschoolers in...read more

Homeschool families are invited to this monthly meet-up specifically for middle school-age students. Each month, we will do different activities, details to be announced. Registration required. Please note: Registration is for each monthly meeting. Please let us know if you cannot attend one or more...read more

Following the success of Chess for All last summer, we are offering this drop-in and play time for players of all ages and 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 re...read more

Space booked in case of rain on June 9. This event is not open to the public. For more information, please contact Neena at children@pawlinglibrary.org

Join us for this monthly movie club for grades 5 and up. May's film will be The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe [PG, 2005]  This enchanting version of C.S. Lewis's fantasy novels about four British children who enter a magical world, where they befriend wondro...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Space booked in case of rain on June 2. This event is not open to the public. For more information, please contact Neena at children@pawlinglibrary.org

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Movie: Bridget Jones: Mad About the BoyStars: Renée Zellweger Romantic Comedy, Drama Rated: RRuntime: 2h 4m After jumping back into the dating pool, single mother Bridget Jones finds herself caught between a younger man and her son's science teacher. –from IMDbNote: T...read more

Come learn to code and change the world—join our Girls Who Code Club! Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role-models, and use computer science to change the world. Our middle and high school club encourages you to impact your community in a ...read more

The Middle School Battle of the Books team will meet every other Monday to practice for the Regional Battle. The middle school team is for students in 4th through 7th grades. The participants willl read 6 books throughout the spring and summer and compete with other libraries in the Mid-Hudson Syste...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Mahjong is popular throughout the world. Please join us and learn how to play this ancient Chinese tile game. Come join the fun! 

Tuesdays6:15-7:45 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 members have the opportunity to read ...read more

Presented by Dr. Somesh N. KaushikHealing the body and the environmentSpring: The Skeletal SystemKapha (moisture) – Vata (windy/dry)Ayurveda defines health as a balance of body, mind, and spirit, aligned with nature and in harmony with the earth’s elements. In Ayurveda the body consists ...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Do 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 join us.Be good to yourself and have s...read more

Members of the Pawling Library’s VolunTeens group will be available to help senior citizens with computer-related questions and problems at this weekly session. Please bring your device and/or library card and a volunteer will work one-on-one with you. Appointments are not necessary. The help ...read more

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 Wednesday of each month at 5 pm to 6:30 pm. There may be additional dates dependi...read more

If you love the idea of watching and discussing movies that have a female perspective on the world, then this is the group for you. Together we will experience stories that are told by a diverse group of women from their point of view. You might be surprised by many of these stories, and find unexpe...read more

The library campus will be closed Thursday, June 19 in observation of Juneteenth. Meanwhile, you can still access our digital branch 24/7 on https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/digital-branch/ for eBooks, eAudio, movies, language learning, and more.

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Friday, June 205:30 pm - 6:30 pmAges: 5-10, caregivers welcome but not required. Join Science Heroes on our mission to turn science into an adventure!Through hands-on experiments and fun, interactive stories, Science Heroes get kids excited about the science that’s all around us as w...read more

Two sessions:Friday, June 20: SculptingFriday, June 27: PaintingTime: 6:30-8:00 PMAdd a little sparkle to your home with a one of a kind star made by you!Summer has begun. Please join us for some fun and light.NOTE: This program is for adults. Refreshing cocktails will be provided, but you may bring...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Come learn to code and change the world—join our Girls Who Code Club! Girls Who Code Clubs are meant for girls to join our sisterhood of supportive peers and role-models, and use computer science to change the world. Our middle and high school club encourages you to impact your community in a ...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Mahjong 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 Alice Network" by Kate Quinn.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 s...read more

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 selections are agreed upon by our members.Please join us. 

Tuesdays6:15-7:45 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 members have the opportunity to read ...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Do 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 join us.Be good to yourself and have s...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

The High School Battle of the Books team meets once a month to practice for the Regional Competition. Participants will read five books throughout the spring and summer and meet with other libraries in the MId-Hudson System for trivia battles. The high school team is open to students in 8th grade th...read more

Following the success of Chess for All last summer, we are offering this drop-in and play time for players of all ages and 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 re...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

Two sessions:Friday, June 20: SculptingFriday, June 27: PaintingTime: 6:30-8:00 PMAdd a little sparkle to your home with a one of a kind star made by you!Summer has begun. Please join us for some fun and light.NOTE: This program is for adults. Refreshing cocktails will be provided, but you may bring...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more

June 14 – July 12One of thousands of toy photographers currently enriching the hobby under the hashtag #toyphotography on Instagram and elsewhere, Zach Oat has been shooting toys since the beginning, as one of the photographers of the cult classic Twisted ToyFare Theatre strips in ToyFare maga...read more