For Kids + Parents
Special Events
Babies and Baked Goods
Desmond-Fish Public LibraryYou 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 […]
Local Author Storytime: Ollie by Nicole Vitale and Sarah Monck
Desmond-Fish Public LibraryThe 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 […]
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Homework Help & Learning
Need help with your homework, research for a project, help preparing for a test, or just want the answer to that perplexing question? We’re here to help! Check out our Research & Learn page for even more resources.
Librarian Spotlight
Welcome New Children's Librarian Veronica Morgan

Your Virtual Library
Philipstown Community
Local Schools
- Garrison Union Free School District (K-8)
- Haldane Central School District (K-12)
- Lakeland Central School District (K-12)
- Manitou School (Pre-K-8)
- The Nest Child Care Center (Pre-K)
- James I. O’Neill High School (9-12)
- Philipstown Recreation (Pre-K)
- St. Basil Academy (Residential Pre-K-12)
- St. Philips Nursery School (Pre-K)
- Stacy’s House Preschool (Pre-K)
Community Service Opportunities
Community Guides

Where to Play
Local Parks
Here at the Library
There’s lots of discover inside AND outside of the library –– our entire grounds are open to the public for play and exploration. Can you find butterflies in the reading garden? Evidence of bats in our bathouses? What kind of animal tracks can you find –– fox, rabbit, raccoon, even coyote? Make sure to tell a librarian what you discover!