A death....café? What in the world is that? A Death Cafe part of a worldwide movement to promote open discussion of death, dying, and mourning (more than 17,000 death cafés have been held worldwide since the idea's inception in 2011) in a welcoming, communal environment, a group-directed discussion of death with no agenda, objectives or […]
In this no-commitment, weekly club, kids and teens in grades 2-12 can practice their building skills, show off their creativity, make friends, and learn new techniques. Each week, we’ll feature a creative challenge for builders to complete (or work on a personal project), and introduce advanced building techniques. We are not able to accommodate adult […]
Babies and their caregivers will be introduced to stories, songs, and bounces in this storytime which highlights early literacy development for little ones. For ages 0-24 months. Due to the increasing popularity of this program, registration is now requested. Registration opens one week in advance. Please register each child individually.
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 10th year! The group is professionally facilitated by Katherine Whiteside CPD(CBI). No registration required. Come when you can, leave when you need to. See you there!
In this no-commitment, weekly club, kids and teens can play their favorite creative games like Minecraft, Animal Crossing, The Sims, Stardew Valley, Scratch, Super Mario Maker, Terraria, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and more in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. Whether beginners looking to learn the basics, advanced players constructing their masterpieces, or tinkerers […]
Join Miss Gabi for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers up to age 5. Due to the increasing popularity of this program, registration is now requested. Registration opens one week in advance. Please register each child individually.
Stop by the library to make your own pipe cleaner snowflake decorations! For ages 5 and up. Registration is required. Please register each child individually.
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 2-5 years. Due to the increasing popularity of this program, registration is now requested. Registration opens one week in advance. Please register each child individually.
Every Friday morning, bring your own projects to work on in the company of other crafters! Knitters, crocheters, fiber artists, and more are all welcome! Please avoid bringing projects with paint, glue or other materials that may damage library property. Registration is appreciated.
Putnam County Libraries have teamed up to present our New Parents Support Group online! Please email katherinewhitesidedoula@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Friday morning at 11am. The New Parents Support Group was initiated in 2014 and provides no-cost, professionally-facilitated support groups for all who seek professional advice, peer companionship, and […]
Everyone is invited to play their favorite Super Mario games on the Nintendo Switch. Explore classic games, play new games, or bring your own favorite Super Mario Game to share and play. The library will provide two consoles and screens, along with 9 game controllers. All ages are welcome. This event will take place in […]
Join us to celebrate the launch of the newest book in Barry Waldo’s Bear in a Bow Tie series with a book reading, craft project, and refreshments! Join Blue and his crew on a colorful adventure as they paint the night sky in The Bear and Pierre le Flair: Blue’s Moon Mystery. Author Barry Waldo […]
Join us for a thank you gathering of friends, hosted by the Friends of the Desmond-Fish Public Library. This event is for Friends Members. Click here to purchase a Friends Membership.
In this no-commitment, weekly club, kids and teens in grades 2-12 can practice their building skills, show off their creativity, make friends, and learn new techniques. Each week, we’ll feature a creative challenge for builders to complete (or work on a personal project), and introduce advanced building techniques. We are not able to accommodate adult […]
Babies and their caregivers will be introduced to stories, songs, and bounces in this storytime which highlights early literacy development for little ones. For ages 0-24 months. Due to the increasing popularity of this program, registration is now requested. Registration opens one week in advance. Please register each child individually.
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 10th year! The group is professionally facilitated by Katherine Whiteside CPD(CBI). No registration required. Come when you can, leave when you need to. See you there!
In this no-commitment, weekly club, kids and teens can play their favorite creative games like Minecraft, Animal Crossing, The Sims, Stardew Valley, Scratch, Super Mario Maker, Terraria, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and more in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. Whether beginners looking to learn the basics, advanced players constructing their masterpieces, or tinkerers […]
On the second Tuesday of each month, join us for an evening of art, technology, and design as we learn to use makerspace tools by creating a craft project or piece of art. Creators Workshop is open to all ages and skill levels, but is best suited to teens and adults. Children under 12 should be […]
Join Miss Gabi for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers up to age 5. Due to the increasing popularity of this program, registration is now requested. Registration opens one week in advance. Please register each child individually.
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 2-5 years. Due to the increasing popularity of this program, registration is now requested. Registration opens one week in advance. Please register each child individually.
Sit, stay, read! Join us for an opportunity to read to Journey, one of the therapy dogs from Hudson Valley Paws for a Cause. For many children, reading out loud can be stressful. But reading to a dog can provide them a chance to improve their readings skills with a non-judgmental listener. For children in […]
Every Friday morning, bring your own projects to work on in the company of other crafters! Knitters, crocheters, fiber artists, and more are all welcome! Please avoid bringing projects with paint, glue or other materials that may damage library property. Registration is appreciated.
Our twice-yearly Infant CPR Class was initiated in 2015 in partnership with the New Parents Support Group, the Garrison Ambulance Corps, and the Desmond-Fish Public Library. Our instructor is Mack Godbee, an EMT with the Garrison Ambulance Corps (11 years) and the Peekskill Ambulance Corps (35 years.) This one and a half hour, non-certifying class […]
It’s Movie Matinee Day! Stop by the library to watch the holiday classic, The Polar Express. 100 minutes, Rated G. Snacks will be provided and registration is recommended.
Do you have a family of Lego masters at home? Come together to the Library and build with us this December! Teams of one adult and one child will work together to build and show off a Lego masterpiece - and one team will go home with our highest award, the Golden Chicken! Please register […]
In this no-commitment, weekly club, kids and teens in grades 2-12 can practice their building skills, show off their creativity, make friends, and learn new techniques. Each week, we’ll feature a creative challenge for builders to complete (or work on a personal project), and introduce advanced building techniques. We are not able to accommodate adult […]
Choose something light or something dark in our double feature graphic novel book club. Join us for a discussion around two graphic novels with differing themes, styles, and tones chosen by two of our librarians. We invite you to pick one book or read both as we explore this art driven form of storytelling. We’ll […]
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 10th year! The group is professionally facilitated by Katherine Whiteside CPD(CBI). No registration required. Come when you can, leave when you need to. See you there!
In this no-commitment, weekly club, kids and teens can play their favorite creative games like Minecraft, Animal Crossing, The Sims, Stardew Valley, Scratch, Super Mario Maker, Terraria, Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, and more in a safe, supportive, and fun environment. Whether beginners looking to learn the basics, advanced players constructing their masterpieces, or tinkerers […]
Family Science Night is the place for kids of all ages and their families to work together –– learning about science through sometimes slimy, sometimes spooky, sometimes explosive, but always FUN activities, crafts, and experiments! Have the winter blues? Why not, ahem, let it go and join us for a fun exploration of the scintillating […]
Join us on the third Thursday of every month to find out if the book really is better than the movie. Each month we will read a book and then come together to watch the movie adaptation and discuss our thoughts. Registration is appreciated! December Pick: A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens. There are several […]
The Hudson Valley Queer Book Club meets all over the Hudson Valley fostering LGBTQ+ community with social events and monthly book discussions. For the month of December, they are meeting at the Desmond-Fish Public Library to discuss Octavia Butler's Dawn. This discussion will be led by local artist and sculptor Neen Rivera, and copies of […]
Every Friday morning, bring your own projects to work on in the company of other crafters! Knitters, crocheters, fiber artists, and more are all welcome! Please avoid bringing projects with paint, glue or other materials that may damage library property. Registration is appreciated.
Calling High-School Book Lovers! The Desmond-Fish Public Library wants you to join the Library Student Council! Here’s some of what Library Student Council Members might do: make book recommendations, create social media, help plan events, earn community service credit! We need your help and your ideas! Please register above and if you have any questions, […]
Celebrate the holiday season by making your very own gingerbread house out of different edible materials! For ages 3 and up. Registration is required. Please register each child individually. Please note: this craft involves items containing gluten and products made in facilities with nuts.
Girls Who Code is a club for students to explore coding in a fun and friendly environment, while building bravery, resilience, creativity, and purpose. This club is a free program for rising 3rd-5th grade students to join a sisterhood of supportive peers and role models that use computer science to change the world. We offer […]
You bring the babies and we'll bring the baked goods! The New Parents Support Group and the Desmond-Fish Public Library present a get-together for new parents, babies, and siblings on the last Saturday of the month (with some exceptions). It's a wonderful way to meet new families and get your weekend off to a sweet […]
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 10th year! The group is professionally facilitated by Katherine Whiteside CPD(CBI). No registration required. Come when you can, leave when you need to. See you there!