Founded in 2018, The IT Club is a nationwide student-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing global e-waste and bringing computers to underserved students to enable education opportunities. We prevent older and malfunctioning computers from becoming e-waste, and make technology accessible for students who otherwise wouldn't have access to a computer. The IT Club is […]
Children will hear stories and join in songs, rhymes, and felt board activities. For ages 3-5 years. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
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 […]
"Black Futures" is a presentation and panel discussion led by activist and local librarian, Justice McCray, highlighting an erased and forgotten history of black trailblazers, the impact they've had on our lives today, and their dreams of what a better future could look like. Throughout the discussion, the theme of liberation will be explored and […]
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required. This program will be indoors and subject to the library's masking policy.
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. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
What is habitat? Who needs help from humans? What should we do to help, and what should we not do? Why are native plants important for wildlife? What is the role of insects and what are their needs for habitat? What to plant? We will cover the importance of plant size, shape, bloom time, etc., […]
Founded in 2018, The IT Club is a nationwide student-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing global e-waste and bringing computers to underserved students to enable education opportunities. We prevent older and malfunctioning computers from becoming e-waste, and make technology accessible for students who otherwise wouldn't have access to a computer. The IT Club is […]
Children will hear stories and join in songs, rhymes, and felt board activities. For ages 3-5 years. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
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 […]
There will be no Music and Movement class on Wednesday, March 8. Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required. This program will be indoors and subject to the library's masking policy.
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. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Sit, stay, read! Join us for an opportunity to read to 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 grades […]
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
Celebrate Super Mario Day at the Desmond-Fish Public Library with an afternoon of the latest multiplayer Super Mario games as well as retro classics. All ages welcome!
In keeping with New York State Open Meetings Law, all Library Board meetings are open to the public, recorded, transcribed, and posted on the library’s website. This meeting takes place in person. Attendees may also join via Zoom here.
Learn how the 2022 Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) can help pay for energy-saving home improvements as you transition to clean energy. Whether you own or rent your home, the IRA will soon provide upfront payments worth thousands of dollars for electrical service upgrades, home heating and cooling, electric vehicles, efficient appliances, and solar panels. Joe […]
Founded in 2018, The IT Club is a nationwide student-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing global e-waste and bringing computers to underserved students to enable education opportunities. We prevent older and malfunctioning computers from becoming e-waste, and make technology accessible for students who otherwise wouldn't have access to a computer. The IT Club is […]
Children will hear stories and join in songs, rhymes, and felt board activities. For ages 3-5 years. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
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 at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required. This program will be indoors and subject to the library's masking policy.
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. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
Welcome spring! Please join us as welcome Stacy Labriola for a concert to celebrate the arrival of spring! Stacy will be here with her guitar, as well as props, like shakers and scarves. Little ones and their parents will join in the singing and playing as we shake off those winter blues! Registration is requested. […]
Welcome, friends, neighbors, and patrons of the Desmond-Fish Public Library! The Desmond-Fish Public Library and the Harvard-Radcliffe Club of the Hudson Valley, as co-sponsors, are pleased to invite you to a talk by Daniel T. Potts, one of the world’s leading experts on the archaeology and history of the ancient Near East. The talk will […]
Founded in 2018, The IT Club is a nationwide student-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing global e-waste and bringing computers to underserved students to enable education opportunities. We prevent older and malfunctioning computers from becoming e-waste, and make technology accessible for students who otherwise wouldn't have access to a computer. The IT Club is […]
Children will hear stories and join in songs, rhymes, and felt board activities. For ages 3-5 years. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
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 at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required. This program will be indoors and subject to the library's masking policy.
In this friendly, introductory course, participants will learn the basics of creating safe and memorable passwords, storing them so you don't lose them, good password hygiene, and how to use a password manager. This event is limited to fifteen participants, and registration is required. Register here. Please note: This event requires at least three attendees […]
Bring your creativity and imagination to the library and paint your own mini canvas! Will you paint a self portrait, a spring flower, your pet? The possibilities are endless! For ages 4 and up. Registration is required. Please register each child individually. Please note: This event requires at least three attendees to run. If fewer […]
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. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Join the Philipstown Hub and the Putnam Prevention Council at the Desmond-Fish Public Library for a free NARCAN training! Naloxone is a medication that can quickly reverse an overdose from prescribed painkillers or illicit forms of opioids such as heroin and fentanyl. This free course will teach you how to recognize the signs of an […]
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
Calling High-School Book Lovers! The Desmond-Fish Public Library is creating a new Library Student Council, and we need your input! 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! Our first planning meeting will […]
Founded in 2018, The IT Club is a nationwide student-run 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing global e-waste and bringing computers to underserved students to enable education opportunities. We prevent older and malfunctioning computers from becoming e-waste, and make technology accessible for students who otherwise wouldn't have access to a computer. The IT Club is […]
Children will hear stories and join in songs, rhymes, and felt board activities. For ages 3-5 years. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
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! Those missions may seem impossible, but even the greatest feats of subterfuge, detection, and misdirection are achievable through the power […]
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required. This program will be indoors and subject to the library's masking policy.
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. No registration required. This program will be inside and is subject to the library's masking policy.
Our New Parents Support Group has moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom meetings every Tuesday and Friday mornings from 11am -1pm. 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 kind support. This warm […]
Celebrate National Poetry Month - share your favorite poems in this community-wide podcast.
Stop by the Cold Spring Farmers Market and say hello to some of your favorite librarians! Storytimes will occur throughout the morning.
Join us for a conversation about a bit of local women’s history with Hudson Valley historian and author Ronnie Clark Coffey. Register here! About Constitution Island Rugged in beauty and rich in history, Constitution Island lies at a picturesque bend of the Hudson River, opposite West Point and north of New York City. As the […]