Events in January 2020

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December 29, 2019
December 30, 2019(1 event)

Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

Mah Jongg Monday


December 30, 2019

Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

December 31, 2019(1 event)

Category: General LIBRARY CLOSED - New Year's Eve

LIBRARY CLOSED - New Year's Eve

N/A
December 31, 2019

The Library will be CLOSED on New Year's Eve Tuesday, December 31 and New Year's Day Wednesday, January 1

January 1, 2020(1 event)

Category: General LIBRARY CLOSED - New Year's Day

LIBRARY CLOSED - New Year's Day

N/A
January 1, 2020

The Library will be CLOSED on New Year's Eve Tuesday, December 31 and New Year's Day Wednesday, January 1

January 2, 2020
January 3, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Magic Tree House Book Club

Magic Tree House Book Club


January 3, 2020

Follow the adventures of Jack and Annie with the Magic Tree House Book Club. Each month the group meets to discuss a title, make crafts, and have fun.

January Book: Thanksgiving On Thursday (Book #27)

January 4, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


January 4, 2020

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

January 5, 2020
January 6, 2020(2 events)

Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

Mah Jongg Monday


January 6, 2020

Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

Category: General Mock Caldecott Meeting at the Staatsburg Library

Mock Caldecott Meeting at the Staatsburg Library


January 6, 2020

Calling all adults, teens & kids who love picture books!

Join other book and art enthusiasts in reading, discussing and evaluating this year’s crop of beautiful books. The Randolph Caldecott Medal is awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book published in the United States the previous year.

Join us and the Hyde Park Library in reading, discussing and evaluating this year’s crop of fantastic and beautiful books. Nominated Books are available for review at your convenience in the Staatsburg Library Program Room or order your copies from the library catalog. THIS MEETING IS AT THE STAATSBURG LIBRARY

January 7, 2020(2 events)

Category: General Motion Commotion for Preschoolers

Motion Commotion for Preschoolers


January 7, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-11 am. The same theme is offered both days.

Category: General Stanzas - A Poetry Circle

Stanzas - A Poetry Circle


January 7, 2020

Bring a one page poem by a published poet inspired by the theme MYSTERY.

If possible bring 5 copies of your poem, to pass around to the group.

This is NOT a poetry writing workshop, this is simply a gathering of poetry enthusiasts who wish to share their favorite poems and thoughts on poetry.

January 8, 2020(2 events)

Category: General Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months

Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months


January 8, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for this program specifically for infants and babies. Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

Category: General Girls Book Club for 5th - 6th Graders

Girls Book Club for 5th - 6th Graders


January 8, 2020

A book club for girls in 3rd, and 4th grade who love to read! Join Miss Lisa for a book discussion, craft games, snacks & FUN! Contact the circulation desk to order a copy of the book.

January Book Selection: Reader's Choice

January 9, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Motion Commotion for Preschoolers

Motion Commotion for Preschoolers


January 9, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-11 am. The same theme is offered both days.

January 10, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Paint & Party Teen Night (7th Grade & Up)

Paint & Party Teen Night (7th Grade & Up)


January 10, 2020

Get together with friends to create a masterpiece!  Art student Lilly will lead us step by step to create a winter sunset scene with birch trees on canvas. There will be pizza, snacks and lots of fun.

REGISTRATION REQUIRED – program limited to 15 participants. Call 889-4683 to register. Must be in 7th grade or above.

January 11, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


January 11, 2020

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

January 12, 2020
January 13, 2020(3 events)

Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

Mah Jongg Monday


January 13, 2020

Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

Category: General Write it Out - Writing Group

Write it Out - Writing Group


January 13, 2020

A writing group for parents, caregivers, family members and educators of children with special needs. This is a safe space to share and explore thoughts and feelings! This group meets regularly at the library throughout the year and is facilitated by Diana Rush, a writer and parent. Diana will help participants use writing as a means to sort through some of the unique challenges and victories of parenting and working with these special kids. Everyone is welcome and no writing experience is necessary

Category: General Healthy and Natural Ways to Slow Down Aging and Live Longer

Healthy and Natural Ways to Slow Down Aging and Live Longer


January 13, 2020

It's true, we can't prevent getting older. However, there are certainly many things we can do to slow down the aging process, and more importantly, to improve the quality of our lives while we age.

During this class, we will discuss:
What causes aging
What happens when we age
Suggestions for slowing down the aging process through diet, natural supplements & lifestyle change

This informational session will be facilitated by Clement Lau, owner of Earthgoods Market, a health food store located in Hyde Park.

January 14, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers

Story Time for Preschoolers


January 14, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

January 15, 2020(3 events)

Category: General Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months

Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months


January 15, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for this program specifically for infants and babies. Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

Category: General Girls Book Club for 3rd & 4th Graders

Girls Book Club for 3rd & 4th Graders


January 15, 2020

A book club for girls in 3rd, and 4th grade who love to read! Join Miss Lisa for a book discussion, craft games, snacks & FUN! Contact the circulation desk to order a copy of the book.

January Meeting: Reader's Choice

Category: General Mystery Book Club Meeting

Mystery Book Club Meeting


January 15, 2020

The mystery book club is a dynamic group of readers that meet monthly for fun and lively discussions about a vast array of mystery books, from contemporary to the classics.

January Book Selection: The Long Call by Ann Cleeves

For information about joining the Mystery Book Club please call the Staatsburg Library.
889-4683.

January 16, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers

Story Time for Preschoolers


January 16, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

January 17, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Game Night - 5th through 8th Grade

Game Night - 5th through 8th Grade


January 17, 2020

Ready to rock game night? We will be playing all kinds of games, from board games to team games. Join us for socializing, snacks and fun!

January 18, 2020(2 events)

Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


January 18, 2020

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Category: General Group Ukulele Jam - Beginners Welcome

Group Ukulele Jam - Beginners Welcome


January 18, 2020

Join our resident musician (and library clerk) Lisa Markley for some Ukulele fun! All levels of experience welcome!
Bring your own instrument as we have a limited number of ukuleles that can be borrowed. To request a Ukulele to borrow, call the library 889-4683.
This program is for 4th graders - adults.

January 19, 2020
January 20, 2020(1 event)

Category: General LIBRARY CLOSED - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

LIBRARY CLOSED - Martin Luther King Jr. Day

N/A
January 20, 2020

The Library will be CLOSED in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day on Monday January 20, 2020

January 21, 2020(2 events)

Category: General Motion Commotion for Preschoolers

Motion Commotion for Preschoolers


January 21, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-11 am. The same theme is offered both days.

Category: General Adult Book Club Meeting

Adult Book Club Meeting


January 21, 2020

The adult book club is a dynamic group of readers that meet monthly for fun and lively discussions about a vast array of books, from contemporary to the classics.

January Book Selection: Atonement by Ian McEwan

For information about joining the Book Club please call the Staatsburg Library 889-4683.

January 22, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months

Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months


January 22, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for this program specifically for infants and babies. Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

January 23, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Motion Commotion for Preschoolers

Motion Commotion for Preschoolers


January 23, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for a movement and music program including songs, instruments, rhyme and interactive play for children.

Active participation of an adult caregiver is required.

Tuesdays & Thursdays 10-11 am. The same theme is offered both days.

January 24, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Maker Space for Upper Elem. & Middle School

Maker Space for Upper Elem. & Middle School


January 24, 2020

This program is for Upper Elementary and Middle School students to explore their creativity through projects in science, art, math and technology.
This month we will explore: bristle bots

January 25, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


January 25, 2020

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

January 26, 2020
January 27, 2020(4 events)

Category: General Mah Jongg Monday

Mah Jongg Monday


January 27, 2020

Join our group of “Mah Jonggers” for a fun and friendly game of Mah Jongg. If you want to learn how to play, watch and ask questions between hands.
No registration necessary. Call the library 889-4683 to confirm there is a game.

Category: General Write it Out - Writing Group

Write it Out - Writing Group


January 27, 2020

A writing group for parents, caregivers, family members and educators of children with special needs. This is a safe space to share and explore thoughts and feelings! This group meets regularly at the library throughout the year and is facilitated by Diana Rush, a writer and parent. Diana will help participants use writing as a means to sort through some of the unique challenges and victories of parenting and working with these special kids. Everyone is welcome and no writing experience is necessary

Category: General Food Lit & Cookbook Bookclub

Food Lit & Cookbook Bookclub


January 27, 2020

A monthly book club that centers around the themes of food, cooking & eating. Books and discussions range from ingredients & flavors to health, policy, people and the environment.

January Book Selection: Hudson River Valley Farms by Joanna Michaels

Category: General Mock Caldecott Meeting at the Staatsburg Library

Mock Caldecott Meeting at the Staatsburg Library


January 27, 2020

Calling all adults, teens & kids who love picture books!

Join other book and art enthusiasts in reading, discussing and evaluating this year’s crop of beautiful books. The Randolph Caldecott Medal is awarded annually to the artist of the most distinguished American picture book published in the United States the previous year.

Join us and the Hyde Park Library in reading, discussing and evaluating this year’s crop of fantastic and beautiful books. Nominated Books are available for review at your convenience in the Staatsburg Library Program Room or order your copies from the library catalog. THIS MEETING IS AT THE STAATSBURG LIBRARY

January 28, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers

Story Time for Preschoolers


January 28, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

January 29, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months

Babies & Books - Lapsit Program for Birth-24 Months


January 29, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for this program specifically for infants and babies. Using songs, rhymes, fingerplay, puppets and more this program is geared to promote the development of early literacy skills, motor coordination and provide opportunities for social interaction.

January 30, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Story Time for Preschoolers

Story Time for Preschoolers


January 30, 2020

Join Miss Lisa for stories, rhymes, songs, games, a craft and a snack.
Program is the same on Tuesday and Thursday.

January 31, 2020(1 event)

Category: General Art Night – Polymer Clay Sculptures on Tin Cans (6th grade and above)

Art Night – Polymer Clay Sculptures on Tin Cans (6th grade and above)


January 31, 2020

Learn how to create a unique sculpture using a variety of hand-building techniques with polymer clay. This class will be taught by art student Amelia Booth.

February 1, 2020(2 events)

Category: General Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group


February 1, 2020

Purl Jam - Knitters, Crocheters & Needlework group. Bring your needles and projects. All ages and skill levels welcome!

Category: General Bee Calm Yoga – Children 4-10 Yrs (Registration Required)

Bee Calm Yoga – Children 4-10 Yrs (Registration Required)


February 1, 2020

Saturday, February 1 from 1-2 pm REGISTRATION REQUIRED – Call 889-4683 to register.

Learn about bees and the calming techniques of yoga in a class led by Beth Cooper with Yoga Motion Kids, an experienced early childhood educator and certified children's yoga instructor. Junior pollinators will learn yoga motions accompanied by fun music and mindfulness activities influenced by recording artist and Yogi Bari Koral. Please bring a yoga mat.

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