Category: Library News & Events

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

The Sweets of Yesteryear with Elizabeth Carlson of Sunflour Bakery / Online Program

Wednesday, March 30 6:30-7:30 pm Click the link below to register for The Sweets of Yesteryear or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/reserved-for-online-program-24/2022-03-30/ At this fun baking workshop, you’ll learn how to make cookies and other sweets that were so enjoyed at the turn of the 20th century when our library was still young. Please join us, and celebrate a century of the Pawling Library.

Community / Library News & Events

BOOK SEARCH: The Quest To Find The Oldest Book In Pawling

The Pawling Library is holding a Book Search contest as part of our Centennial Celebration. From November 2021 to March 2022 you have to find the oldest book. A winner will be chosen on Tuesday, April  5th and awarded a $50.00 gift certificate from the Book Cove. Hidden away in your attic, in a cabinet, box or chest, might be that literary treasure. Please bring your vintage books to our library so that we can make a note of the titles and dates of publication. We’ll also of course need your contact information. For a century the Pawling Library has been serving our community and will continue to do so in the years to come. Thank you for your patronage.

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

Dividing Perennials / Online Program

Presented by Master Gardeners Judy Killmer & Chris Ferrero Thursday, March 24 7-8 pm Click the link below to register for Dividing Perennials or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/dividing-perennials-online-program/2022-03-24/ Is there a traffic jam in your garden? Are your perennials getting floppy or losing vigor? Do you want to multiply your favorites for other spaces in your garden or for friends? This presentation will give you the Why, When and How of dividing perennials with different root systems, as well as planting and caring for your new divisions.

Library News & Events

In Search of a Construction Manager

We are looking for a construction manager who can serve as an owner representative and help us build the new Kid’s Corner. If you know someone who might be interested, please have them respond to our Request for Proposals by February 10th. For full details please visit https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/rfp/

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

Spark Joy® with Shannon Huneycutt / Online Program

Thursday, March 17 6-7 pm Click the link below to register for Spark Joy® with Shannon Huneycutt or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/spark-joy-tidy-your-home-online-program/2022-03-16/ KonMari® consultant, Shannon Huneycutt, will show you how to create the space you’ve always dreamed of. You’ll gain the guiding principles needed to organize your home, office, and life! For a period of 48-hours participants can watch at their leisure the pre-recorded portion of the program beginning on March 16th at 7 am. On Thursday, March 17th at 6 pm Shannon Honeycutt will appear live for a virtual demonstration and Q & A.

Adult Programs / Community / Library News & Events

Legal & Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease / Online Program

Tuesday, March 15 3:00-4:30 pm Click the link below to register for Legal & Financial Planning for Alzheimer’s Disease or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/legal-financial-planning-for-alzheimers-disease-online-program/2022-03-15/ If you or someone you know is affected by Alzheimer’s disease or another form of dementia, the time for legal and financial planning is now. Join us to learn about important legal and financial issues you may face and how to put plans into place. Join us for this free virtual program in partnership the Red Hook Public Library featuring guest speaker Rachel Flanagan Frost, Esq. For further information please call the Alzheimer’s Association at 800-272-3900.

Childrens' Programs / Library News & Events

Laurie Berkner Valentine’s Concert

Sunday, 2/13, 12:00 PM & 5:00 PM All ages welcome, best for families with children six and under Laurie Berkner, Hudson Valley resident and mega-star of the children’s music scene is hosting an interactive Virtual Concert this Valentine’s Day. She’s been on Nickelodeon, toured the US, and written hits like “We are the Dinosaurs” and “I’m Gonna Catch You.” To help support at-home learning this winter, the Pawling Free Library will be providing a limited number of virtual concert tickets to local families. To reserve a ticket, click here.  You will need an internet connected device to stream the concert remotely. Only one ticket per family; one ticket includes access to both concert times for one device and should be enough for the whole family. For more information about Laurie, her music, and the concert, visit her website. For more information about these tickets and this partnership, contact Children’s Program Coordinator, Neena McBaer at children@pawlinglibrary.org or 845-855-3444.

Library News & Events

Library Centennial Website

Have you donated to the Pawling Library’s Centennial fund? Your name might be on our Centennial website. For more information about the library Centennial, including fundraising and event information, visit https://pawlinglibrarycentennial.com/

Adult Programs / Library News & Events

Community Book Read: The Age of Innocence with Stephanie Rogers / Online Program

Wednesday, March 9 6:30-8:00 pm Click the link below to register for The Age of Innocence or contact Donald, our Adult Program Coordinator, at adult@pawlinglibrary.org. https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/event/spring-one-community-one-book-the-age-of-innocence-with-stephanie-rogers/2022-03-09/ The Pawling Library is Celebrating its Centennial. For this program we are not only commemorating our library’s anniversary but bringing people together through their passion for great literary works. We have selected four classic novels, one for each season, that were popular in the 1920s when our library first came into being. Our presenter, Stephanie Rogers, will be reading an excerpt from each novel and then lead a Q & A for our audience. Stephanie Rogers is the author of The Horse I Belong To: How a Misused and Almost Forgotten Grade Mare Showed Me the Way. The Pawling Library is proud to be partnering with our neighbors Pawling Recreation, the Grand: Rehabilitation & Nursing, the Pawling Resource Center & the Book Cove. To participate in this program, order a copy of The Age of Innocence through our library. You can also support our partner, the Book Cove, by...

Library News & Events

Help Wanted

The Pawling Library is looking to hire a part-time clerk to work Mondays, Tuesdays, and Saturdays. If you are interested, you can read more about the position and apply online at https://www.pawlingfreelibrary.org/jobs/ Only applications submitted through our online portal will be considered. We will accept applications through January 17th, 2022. If you would like more information about applying, please email our library director, Brian Avery at director@pawlinglibrary.org.