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.
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 9th year. AND, starting July 11th, we return to meeting in person. All are welcome, including siblings. 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!
The library is proud to host local author Nicole Vitale and local illustrator Sarah Monck as they present a storytime with their new book, Ollie. Ollie is an ordinary fish who touches the heart of one little girl in a magical fish bowl filled with adventure and fun games. Registration is encouraged and begins 30 […]
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.
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 3-5 years. No registration required.
Putnam County Libraries have teamed up to present our New Parents Support Group online! Please email beautifulmamas123@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 […]
Stop in anytime during the beginning of October to write a letter (or a poem, a story, or a picture!) to Rebel Girls and see if you get one back! Then on October 7th celebrate the International Day of the Girl with us! Drop by any time to make your very own Rebel Girl Vision […]
Have you ever wondered what to do if you find yourself with an injured or or potentially orphaned wild animal? Have you ever thought about becoming a wildlife rehabilitator? If so, please join us on Saturday October 7th to meet with Alexa Marinaccio and Maggie Ciarcia-Belloni! Maggie has been a licensed New York State wildlife […]
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.
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 9th year. AND, starting July 11th, we return to meeting in person. All are welcome, including siblings. 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 […]
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. All ages and skill levels are welcome, but children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult to assist them. For Halloween, we have a special spooky […]
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required.
Embark on a journey into the electrifying world of electronics and robotics! Each session kicks off with an engaging presentation or skill-building tutorial: from learning the art of soldering, getting started with Arduino, or diving deep into a creator’s showcase with “How I Built This.” Post-presentation, the space is yours. Work on your budding projects, […]
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 […]
Putnam County Libraries have teamed up to present our New Parents Support Group online! Please email beautifulmamas123@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 […]
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! Email beth@desmondfishlibrary.org to register or ask questions!
Watch the Solar Eclipse safely at the Desmond-Fish Public Library. Bring a blankets, chairs, and snacks and join your neighbors as we watch the moon block the sun. The library will be providing eclipse glasses to look into the sky without damaging your eyes. Do not look at the sun with out protective vision equipment.
Join Ayurveda Practitioner Caryn Challman to learn about seasonal self-care. Ayurvedic tips for the Fall are effective in helping you feel warm, rejuvenated, relaxed, and grounded, which is so important at the beginning of the Vata season. We'll discuss many ways to bring balance to ourselves during this change of the seasons: including food choices, […]
Responsibly collecting native plant seeds is a great way to propagate plants, improve biodiversity, and support pollinators. Join Master Gardener Volunteers as we explore the Desmond Fish Public Library pollinator habitat, and learn how to responsibly collect, clean, and store native plant seeds. Additional native plant seeds will be provided, so that attendees may take […]
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.
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 9th year. AND, starting July 11th, we return to meeting in person. All are welcome, including siblings. 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 […]
Witches, goblins, ghosts, and ghouls of all ages are invited at 6pm on Tuesday, October 17th for our family science night full of Halloween spooks and thrills! Together, we'll journey through some quick, frightfully fun Halloween crafts and experiments. Some are gross, some are giggle-inducing, all are fun for the whole family! Feel free to […]
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required.
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 3-5 years. No registration required.
Ghosts and skeletons and gravestones abound in October. What better time to start thinking about what to have in order for when real death approaches? In collaboration with Philipstown Aging at Home, the Desmond-Fish Public Library will present a short workshop on planning for end-of-life issues. Along with an overview of necessary documents to have […]
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. Pizza will be served, so make sure to register so we know how much […]
Join Riverkeeper, Butterfield and Desmond-Fish libraries as we help clean up our community in celebration of The Great Give Back. We will meet at Little Stony Point at 10:00 am. Trash bags and gloves will be provided! All ages welcome! The Great Give Back is a day of opportunities for the patrons of the Public […]
Putnam County Libraries have teamed up to present our New Parents Support Group online! Please email beautifulmamas123@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 […]
Play Nintendo's latest multiplayer Super Mario game: Super Mario Wonder! Take turns playing as your favorite Super Mario characters on an all new adventure for the Nintendo Switch! Please note that we will be able to accommodate up to 8 players at a time. In the event that more than 8 people want to play […]
We’re inviting the whole family to an evening of mini-games, ghouls, and pumpkins galore! Visit the library surrounded by a field of frightening and funny pumpkins carved by community members, as staff and volunteers guide you on the spectacularly spooky pumpkin glow quest. Wear your best costume and get ready for a night you won’t […]
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.
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 9th year. AND, starting July 11th, we return to meeting in person. All are welcome, including siblings. 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 at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required.
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 3-5 years. No registration required.
Join us on October 26 to hear from an extraordinary speaker. Daniel L. Doctoroff accomplished an enormous amount of progress in his years as New York City Deputy Mayor for Economic Development and Rebuilding from 2002 to 2007. A graduate of Harvard College and the University of Chicago Law School, Doctoroff worked in finance and then was […]
Putnam County Libraries have teamed up to present our New Parents Support Group online! Please email beautifulmamas123@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 […]
Join us for another nature adventure! We will read a festive story, adventure outside to gather the most beautiful fall leaves we can find, and finish with a pumpkin leaf sun catcher! Register here!
You bring the babies and we'll bring the baked goods! Halloween costumes encouraged! 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 […]
Join us for a conversation with local filmmaker, psychologist, and author Ben Patton. Ben will share stories and insights about his grandfather (World War II's General George S. Patton, Jr) and father (the late Major General George S. Patton IV), as well as home movie footage from the Patton family archives. Benjamin is a filmmaker, psychologist and author. […]
We’re inviting all young readers to join us at the Desmond-Fish Public Library for the debut of Between Monsters and Marvels a standalone high-stakes middle grade fantasy by Alysa Wishingrad, author of the Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection The Verdigris Pawn. Meet the author and participate in an exclusive book reading, followed by a […]
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.
The no-cost, warm and welcoming New Parents Support Group is now celebrating its 9th year. AND, starting July 11th, we return to meeting in person. All are welcome, including siblings. 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!
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers ages 2 and up. No registration required.
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 3-5 years. No registration required.
Bring your favorite dinosaur to the library for a ROARING good time! We’ll start with a story, a craft, and some snacks...then it’s time for the sleepover to begin. Your friends will spend the night at the library; hopefully they won’t get into too much mischief! You’ll be able to pick them up the following […]
Putnam County Libraries have teamed up to present our New Parents Support Group online! Please email beautifulmamas123@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 […]
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.
Join us for a special event celebrating author/illustrator Tad Hills and his literary characters for young children! Tad Hills, who has created the endearing characters, Duck, Goose, and Rocket, will show children how to illustrate the beloved feathered and furry friends featured in his award-winning books. Refreshments for children and their parents will be offered. […]