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February 2020
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						1 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Drag Queen Story Hour ages 0-13 February 1, 2020N/A Join Angel Elektra at the Putnam Valley Library at 11:30am! Angel will be reading her favorite books, singing her favorite songs & creating some fabulous crafts. Event is for children ONLY - Adults must be accompanied by a CHILD.. No exceptions!! Drag Queen Story Hour (DQSH) is just what it sounds like—drag queens reading stories to children in libraries, schools, and bookstores. DQSH captures the imagination and play of the gender fluidity of childhood and gives kids glamorous, positive, and unabashedly queer role models. In spaces like this, kids are able to see people who defy rigid gender restrictions and imagine a world where people can present as they wish, where dress up is real. More Knitwits, all ages February 1, 2020 10:15 am – 11:15 am All ages & skill levels welcome Free Some materials may be available for new knitters, but otherwise please bring your own yarn and needles. Join us for a knitting circle for beginner knitters and expert knitters alike! New to knitting? We can teach you how! join us to chat while you work on your own project. We are also looking for someone who knows how to crochet who can assist those interested in crocheting. More
2 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More	3 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Putnam Valley Writers' Group, ages 16+ February 3, 2020 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm More	4 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Mahjong, all ages, no registration required February 4, 2020 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Afternoon Mahjong Tuesdays: Jan. 7 - 28 \| 1 p.m. No registration required All ages and skill levels Free Play Mahjong at the Putnam Valley Library! This program includes an introduction to the game and basic instruction. Experienced players are also welcome! Please bring your own set and cards if you have them. More	5 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Story Time, ages 2-5 February 5, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to Toddler Time at the library. Each week, a read-aloud, craft, and singing focuses on a special theme. The program begins at 10:15am, join us every Wednesday! More Sit, Roll Over, and READ; ages 6-10, registration required February 5, 2020 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sit, Roll Over & READ Wednesday, Feb. 5 & 19 \| 5-6 p.m. Registration required; limited to one 15-minute session per child by appointment only Click HERE to register online for Feb. 5 Click HERE to register online for Feb. 19 Free Help your child build their confidence and improve their reading skills by signing them up today to read aloud to Sunny Boy, our certified Reading Dog! More	6 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Book Club, discussing "The Girl with Seven Names" by Hyeonseo Lee February 6, 2020 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm More	7 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Baby Time, ages 0-24 months with caregiver February 7, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Every Friday at 10:15 a.m.! No registration required Free, ages 0-24 months with caregivers Featuring simple songs, rhymes, books and playtime for babies and their caregivers More	8 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More
9 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More	10 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Valentines For Vets drop-in card making, all ages February 10, 2020 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm Valentines for Vets Monday, Feb. 10 \| 2-5 p.m. No Registration Required Free All Ages Make a vet's day by making them a heartfelt, handmade Valentine's Day card! Drop in on Monday, Feb. 10 to make these cards with Miss Kayleigh from 2-5 p.m. Missed us on the 10th? No problem! We'll be accepting any and all Valentine's for Vets that you've made, up until 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 13! All valentines will go to the NYS Veterans' Home in Montrose, NY. More	11 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Mahjong, all ages, no registration required February 11, 2020 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Afternoon Mahjong Tuesdays: 1 p.m. No registration required All ages and skill levels Free Play Mahjong at the Putnam Valley Library! This program includes an introduction to the game and basic instruction. Experienced players are also welcome! Please bring your own set and cards if you have them. More Knitwits, all ages February 11, 2020 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm All ages & skill levels welcome Free Some materials may be available for new knitters, but otherwise please bring your own yarn and needles. Join us for a knitting circle for beginner knitters and expert knitters alike! New to knitting? We can teach you how! join us to chat while you work on your own project. We are also looking for someone who knows how to crochet who can assist those interested in crocheting. More	12 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Story Time, ages 2-5 February 12, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to Toddler Time at the library. Each week, a read-aloud, craft, and singing focuses on a special theme. The program begins at 10:15am, join us every Wednesday! More	13 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Drop off homemade Valentines for Vets today until 5pm! February 13, 2020N/A More Death Cafe; ages 16 & up, registration required February 13, 2020 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm Death Cafe Thursday, Feb. 13 \| 7-8:30 p.m. Ages 16+ Free Registration required. Click HERE to register. Join Putnam Valley Library and host Steve Altarescu from the Reform Temple of Putnam Valley for an intimate gathering to eat cake, drink tea, and discuss death...it won't kill you! Learn more about the concept behind this program at deathcafe.com. More	14 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Baby Time, ages 0-24 months with caregiver February 14, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Every Friday at 10:15 a.m.! No registration required Free, ages 0-24 months with caregivers Featuring simple songs, rhymes, books and playtime for babies and their caregivers More	15 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More The Power of Plant-Based Nutrition, ages 18+; registration required February 15, 2020N/A Click HERE to register More KnitWits, all ages & skill levels February 15, 2020 10:15 am – 11:45 am All ages & skill levels welcome Free Some materials may be available for new knitters, but otherwise please bring your own yarn and needles. Join us for a knitting circle for beginner knitters and expert knitters alike! New to knitting? We can teach you how! join us to chat while you work on your own project. We are also looking for someone who knows how to crochet who can assist those interested in crocheting. More
16 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More	17 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More LIBRARY CLOSED, President's Day February 17, 2020N/A More	18 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Drop-In 3-D Snowflake Craft, ages 8+, no registration required February 18, 2020 10:30 am – 12:00 pm Drop-In 3-D Snowflake Craft Tuesday, Feb. 18 \| 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m. No registration required Free; Adults and children ages 8+ We haven't had much snow this winter, so join us to make your own snowflakes! Miss Jen will walk you through creating a beautiful and intricate-looking 3-D paper snowflake that's actually much easier to create than it looks! To see the final result in person, check out the snowflakes hanging up around our circulation desk next time you're in the library. More Mahjong, all ages, no registration required February 18, 2020 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Afternoon Mahjong Tuesdays: 1 p.m. No registration required All ages and skill levels Free Play Mahjong at the Putnam Valley Library! This program includes an introduction to the game and basic instruction. Experienced players are also welcome! Please bring your own set and cards if you have them. More	19 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Magic Treehouse Bookclub, ages 5-10; registration required February 19, 2020N/A Click HERE to register! Join us for a new adventure through history every month as we read our way through the Magic Tree House book series by Mary Pope Osborne. We'll have snacks at each meeting, and will complete a fun themed craft when we finish each book! Age range: Between ages 5 and 10 More Untitled Event February 19, 2020N/A More Story Time, ages 2-5 February 19, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to Toddler Time at the library. Each week, a read-aloud, craft, and singing focuses on a special theme. The program begins at 10:15am, join us every Wednesday! More Sit, Roll Over, and READ!; ages 6-10, registration required February 19, 2020 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Sit, Roll Over & READ Wednesday, Feb. 5 & 19 \| 5-6 p.m. Registration required; limited to one 15-minute session per child by appointment only Click HERE to register online for Feb. 5 Click HERE to register online for Feb. 19 Free Help your child build their confidence and improve their reading skills by signing them up today to read aloud to Sunny Boy, our certified Reading Dog! More 7 PM-Read It & Watch Screening, ages 16+ February 19, 2020 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Read It & Watch Book Club Wednesdays, Feb. 19 & 26 \| 7 p.m. No registration required Ages 16+ Free Pick up your copy of If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin to read in advance of our February meetings of Read It & Watch. Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 19 for a FREE film screening of "If Beale Street Could Talk" (2018, rated R), and on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. for our discussion of both the book and its film adaptation. Join us for a new type of book club: one that satisfies the book nerd AND the film buff in you! How it works: 1. Read the chosen book on your own. 2. Second-to-last Wednesday of the month @ 7 p.m.: Meet at the library for popcorn and a screening of the book's film adaptation. 3. Last Wednesday of the month @ 7 p.m.: Meet at the library for a discussion of the book and the film. More	20 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Jenga Tournament; grades 5-12, registration required February 20, 2020 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Teen Jenga Tournament Thursday, Feb. 20 \| 12 p.m. Registration required Click HERE to register online Free; Grades 5-12 Come test your Jenga skills against other kids and teens at the Putnam Valley Library! Grab your friends and join us for a Jenga Tournament during Winter Recess. We'll have FREE PIZZA and raffle prizes! How will YOU stack up? More	21 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Baby Time, ages 0-24 months with caregiver February 21, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Every Friday at 10:15 a.m.! No registration required Free, ages 0-24 months with caregivers Featuring simple songs, rhymes, books and playtime for babies and their caregivers More	22 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Black History: The Puppet Show; ages 5-12, registration required February 22, 2020 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Black History: The Puppet Show Saturday, Feb. 22 \| 11 a.m. Registration required Click HERE to register online Free; Ages 5-12 Explore Black History with JD Lawrence and his expert puppeteers at this hilarious and educational puppet show about a young girl exploring her roots with her grandfather. More
23 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More	24 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Board of Trustees Meeting, open to public February 24, 2020 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm More	25 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More 5:30 PM Mardi Gras Pancake Storytime, ages 5-12; registration required February 25, 2020N/A Mardi Gras Pancake Story Time Tuesday, Feb. 25 \| 5:30 p.m. Registration required Click HERE to register online Free; Ages 5-12 We'll be celebrating by reading fun Mardi Gras stories, making festive masks, eating party pancakes, and having our own Mardi Gras parade! More Mahjong, all ages, no registration required February 25, 2020 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Afternoon Mahjong Tuesdays: 1 p.m. No registration required All ages and skill levels Free Play Mahjong at the Putnam Valley Library! This program includes an introduction to the game and basic instruction. Experienced players are also welcome! Please bring your own set and cards if you have them. More Knitwits, all ages February 25, 2020 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm All ages & skill levels welcome Free Some materials may be available for new knitters, but otherwise please bring your own yarn and needles. Join us for a knitting circle for beginner knitters and expert knitters alike! New to knitting? We can teach you how! join us to chat while you work on your own project. We are also looking for someone who knows how to crochet who can assist those interested in crocheting. More	26 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Story Time, ages 2-5 February 26, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers are invited to Toddler Time at the library. Each week, a read-aloud, craft, and singing focuses on a special theme. The program begins at 10:15am, join us every Wednesday! More 7PM-Read It & Watch Discussion, ages 16+ February 26, 2020 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm Read It & Watch Book Club Wednesdays, Feb. 19 & 26 \| 7 p.m. No registration required Ages 16+ Free Pick up your copy of If Beale Street Could Talk by James Baldwin to read in advance of our February meetings of Read It & Watch. Join us on Wednesday, Feb. 19 for a FREE film screening of "If Beale Street Could Talk" (2018, rated R), and on Wednesday, Feb. 26 at 7 p.m. for our discussion of both the book and its film adaptation. Join us for a new type of book club: one that satisfies the book nerd AND the film buff in you! How it works: 1. Read the chosen book on your own. 2. Second-to-last Wednesday of the month @ 7 p.m.: Meet at the library for popcorn and a screening of the book's film adaptation. 3. Last Wednesday of the month @ 7 p.m.: Meet at the library for a discussion of the book and the film. More	27 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Granite Mountain Preserve - Environmental Apps Workshop, no registration required February 27, 2020 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm Tuesday, Feb. 11 \| 4-6 p.m. Young Adult Institute Job Fair Representatives from the Young Adult Institute will be here looking for candidates to staff their new office in Westchester. More	28 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More Baby Time, ages 0-24 months with caregiver February 28, 2020 10:15 am – 11:00 am Every Friday at 10:15 a.m.! No registration required Free, ages 0-24 months with caregivers Featuring simple songs, rhymes, books and playtime for babies and their caregivers More	29 Music & Movement, ages 2-5; registration required January 1, 1970 – March 5, 2020 12:00 am – 2:00 pm Click HERE to register! Starting Thursday, March 5, join Miss Kayleigh for a wigglin', gigglin', hand clappin', foot tappin' time where you'll sing silly songs and dance like crazy! More KnitWits, all ages & skill levels February 29, 2020 10:15 am – 11:45 am All ages & skill levels welcome Free Some materials may be available for new knitters, but otherwise please bring your own yarn and needles. Join us for a knitting circle for beginner knitters and expert knitters alike! New to knitting? We can teach you how! join us to chat while you work on your own project. We are also looking for someone who knows how to crochet who can assist those interested in crocheting. More

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