Events

Birth- 24 Months Story Time (6-Week Session)

Thursday, January 30

9:30 am - 10:00 am

Our youngest patrons and their caregivers will play and get to know other caregivers with same-age children. Together we will enjoy music and stories through singing, movement games, finger plays, nursery rhymes, and books. Older siblings are welcome to join us but the program will be geared toward babies and toddlers. Meets 9:30am on Thursday, Jan 9, Jan 16, Jan 23, Jan 30, Feb 6 and Feb 13. REGISTRATION REQUIRED; space is limited Space is limited; please register only if you intend to attend most or all of the 6 sessions.

2-Year-Old Story Time (6-Week Session)

Thursday, January 30

10:30 am - 11:00 am

During our 2s Story Time, children 24-36 months and their caregivers will learn and play together. Each week we will explore music and stories through songs, movement games, rhythm instruments, flannel boards, and books. Older and younger siblings are welcome to join us but the program will be aimed at 2-year-olds. Meets 10:30am on Thursday, Jan 9, Jan 16, Jan 23, Jan 30, Feb 6 and Feb 13. Please register only if you intend to attend most or all of the 6 sessions. REGISTRATION REQUIRED; space is limited

Cozy Flow: A Winter Yoga Journey with Viki (Virtual)

Thursday, January 30

12:30 pm - 1:15 pm

Registration Required Below  Looking for a way to stay grounded and rejuvenated this winter? Join us for this popular and inspiring 6-week virtual series with Viki Boyko, an experienced instructor who incorporates mindfulness with functional fitness moves. This series will incorporate modifications to make sessions available for all levels — from beginners to more experienced yogis. For those who need a bit more support, having a strap, belt or towel can help assist with the moves. Embrace the season with warmth, relaxation and mindful movement! Session Dates: Our Instructor: Viki Boyko teaches yoga and functional movement online and in theTristate area. Classes welcome all levels, including beginner. She is 500-hour yoga certified, a Franklin Method educator, Hanna Somatics educator, Movement for Seniors specialist and Pelvic Floor Health Coach.  To learn more about Viki visit her website www.vikiboyko.com.    

3 & 4-Year-Old Story Time (6-Week Session)

Thursday, January 30

1:30 pm - 2:10 pm

This is an energetic and interactive 40-minute program for independent 3-and-4 year-olds since they will attend story time without their caregiver.  We will share books, music, movement, stories, and crafts. 3 & 4-Year-Old Story Time meets once a week for 6 weeks. Please register only if you intend for your child to attend most or all of the 6 sessions. Registering once automatically enrolls you for all 6 sessions. Meets 1:30pm Thursday, Jan 9, Jan 16, Jan 23, Jan 30, Feb 6 and Feb 13. Photos & videos from this event may be posted on the Library's social media sites.

Puzzle Night

Thursday, January 30

4:15 pm - 5:30 pm

National Puzzle Day is on January 29th. Come enjoy a relaxing night of puzzle building and hanging with friends to celebrate! Registration is required. (5th grade+)

The Voice of the Hudson Movie & Discussion (In-Person)

Thursday, January 30

7:00 pm - 8:30 pm

REGISTRATION REQUIRED BELOW Co-sponsored with New Pond Farm Education Center Microplastics are ubiquitous in the environment and can be found in marine and freshwater ecosystems, food, air, and drinking water. Learn more about this important issue with consultant, educator, researcher, and explorer Tim Keyes as he shares the results of sampling done around the country, including at New Pond Farm in Redding. Following the discussion, there will be a private showing of The Voice of the Hudson, a 50-minute documentary film about the monumental trip 8 high school students took down the length of the Hudson in 2023, from the Adirondacks to Manhattan, taking water samples along the way.