Week of Events
Sunday, April 12, 2026
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April 12, 2026 -YOM HA SHOAH Holocaust Remembrance Program
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April 12, 2026 - RecurringOpen Makerspace Hours
YOM HA SHOAH Holocaust Remembrance Program
Join us for our YOM HA SHOAH Holocaust Remembrance Program with readings of original works with our local authors Diane Botnick and Cathy Gonick. This will be followed by discussion and a brief memorial service. About the Authors Diane Botnick was born and raised in the Midwest. She called New York City home for years, […]
Open Makerspace Hours
Want to create an object on a 3D printer? Cut decals on a Cricut? Engrave a gift with a laser cutter? Create custom chocolate molds on a vacuum former? You can do it all - and more! - at the Innovation & Learning Center, the Desmond-Fish Public Library's makerspace and education center. During open makerspace […]
Monday, April 13, 2026
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April 13, 2026 - RecurringCANCELED – LEGO Dream and Design
CANCELED – LEGO Dream and Design
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 […]
Tuesday, April 14, 2026
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April 14, 2026 - RecurringBaby Storytime
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April 14, 2026 - RecurringCreative Games Meetup
Baby Storytime
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.
Creative Games Meetup
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 […]
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
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April 15, 2026 -CANCELED – Health Insurance Navigation
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April 15, 2026 - RecurringMusic and Movement with Miss Gabi at 10:15am
CANCELED – Health Insurance Navigation
This event has been canceled. It’s open enrollment season and our Health Insurance Navigator is here to help! MiSN (contracted with the New York State of Health marketplace) will assist residents in navigating and accessing health insurance here at the library. The Health Insurance Navigator can help you sign up for insurance if you don’t […]
Music and Movement with Miss Gabi at 10:15am
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.
Thursday, April 16, 2026
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April 16, 2026 - RecurringPreschool Storytime
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April 16, 2026 -Page to Screen Book Club: Where the Crawdads Sing
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April 16, 2026 - RecurringOrigami Club
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April 16, 2026 -Paw Pals: Read to a Dog!
Preschool Storytime
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.
Page to Screen Book Club: Where the Crawdads Sing
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! April Pick: Where the Crawdad Sings by Delia Owens About the […]
Origami Club
Welcome to Hudson Valley Folds, our new monthly origami club that meets every third Thursday. Please join us to be part of some folding fun. We'll be folding origami, sharing origami and hopefully teaching each other some new models along the way. No prior knowledge or skill is required - if you like paper, and […]
Paw Pals: Read to a Dog!
In April, Journey will be with us on the third Thursday of the month. 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 […]
Friday, April 17, 2026
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April 17, 2026 - RecurringMahjong Meetup
Mahjong Meetup
Join us for Mahjong on Fridays at the library! We will have two tables set up, one for experienced players, and one for people learning to play. All ages and skill levels are welcome. Please register to let us know that you’re coming.
Saturday, April 18, 2026
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April 18, 2026 - RecurringLibrary Student Council
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April 18, 2026 -Family Playdate!
Library Student Council
Calling all Middle-School and 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! We meet the 3rd Saturday of […]
Family Playdate!
Interested in meeting other families in the community and connecting with fellow parents? Want to have your kiddos burn off a little energy with other little ones in wonderful community space? Stop by the library and visit our recently added Nature Play Area! Opened last year, the Nature Play Area offers families a beautiful space […]
