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 in-person meeting has been moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com for the Zoom link. 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! You can power a party with balloons - but can you power a car? What about a helicopter? Join us […]
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers up to age 5. No registration required.
Embark on a friendly journey into the digital skies! Together, we'll learn to understand the cloud and how it can make your digital life easier. Meet the Cloud: Discover what it is and how it works – your virtual space for keeping things safe and accessible from anywhere. Cool Cloud Tools: Explore easy services like […]
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 […]
Join author Michelle Horton in conversation with author Robyn Moreno for a discussion of her new book Dear Sister: A Memoir of Secrets, Survival, and Unbreakable Bonds, a breathtaking memoir about two sisters and a high-profile case: Nikki Addimando, incarcerated for killing her abuser; and the author, Michelle Horton, left in the devastating fall-out to […]
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 […]
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 in-person meeting has been moved online. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com for the Zoom link. 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!
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers up to age 5. No registration required.
Join us on the first and third Wednesdays of the month for mindful watercolor painting! No skills or supplies needed, just bring an open mind and your creativity! We will spend each session using neurographic art to create something beautiful! Don’t worry if you think you don't have any artistic talent, this is art that […]
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 3-5 years. No registration required.
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 […]
THIS PROGRAM HAS BEEN CANCELED AND WILL BE HELD AT A LATER DATE. Everyone is invited to play their favorite Super Mario games on the Nintendo Switch. Play new games like Super Mario Wonder, or classics like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros Ultimate. The library will provide two consoles and screens, along […]
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 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 […]
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 accompanied by an adult to […]
Happy Valentine’s Day! Celebrate the day by making a festive heart wreath! Materials will be available for pickup starting 10am on February 14. For ages 3 and up. Registration required. Please register each child individually. Register Here
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers up to age 5. 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 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. Snacks will be served, so make sure to register! February’s pick is: The Hate […]
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 […]
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 […]
Need some activities for Winter Break? Craftapalooza is here! Sign up ahead of time for your Mystery Craft Bag and pick it up anytime beginning Tuesday, February 20. Crafts appropriate for ages 3 and up. Registration is required. Please register each child individually. Registration opens 30 days before the start of the event. Register Here
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 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 at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers up to age 5. No registration required.
It’s Movie Matinee Day! Join us as we watch Disney’s The Princess and the Frog. We’ll have Mardi Gras snacks to munch on too! No registration required. 97 minutes, Rated G.
Take control of your personal data and navigate the digital world with confidence and peace of mind. Together, we'll learn about common online threats such as phishing scams, malware, and identity theft, and discover effective strategies to protect yourself against them. We'll delve into the importance of strong passwords and explore methods for managing them […]
Stop by the library for stories, songs, rhymes, and felt board activities! For ages 3-5 years. No registration required.
Frederick Douglass spent his life fighting for justice and equality. Born into slavery in 1818, he escaped as a young man and became a leading voice in the abolitionist movement. People everywhere still find inspiration in his tireless struggle, brilliant words, and inclusive vision of humanity. Douglass’s legacy is preserved at Cedar Hill, the house […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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! Home is where the heart is - but what if the home is made with candy? In this fun (and […]
Join Miss Gabi at the library for songs, dances, and lots of fun! Recommended for walkers up to age 5. No registration required.
Have you ever wanted to be a part of a book club? Are you curious about what your favorite librarians are reading? Join us every fourth Wednesday for our Librarian’s Choice Book Club. Each month, one of our librarians will choose a different book from a different genre and host a casual discussion with light […]
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 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 […]
This program is canceled and will be rescheduled for a later date. March is “Adopt a Guinea Pig” month! Have you ever wondered what guinea pigs are like? What does it mean when they “talk”, and what do they like to eat? Please join us as we get to meet a few of our little […]
This spring, we are thrilled to announce our participation in Neighborhood Forest's 15th Annual Free Tree Program as part of our Earth Week celebration! Since 2010, Neighborhood Forest has engaged over 1,500 institutions, reached over 500,000 families and planted over 130,000 (mostly urban and residential) trees through the hands of children and parents across North […]