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Chess Club
Thursday, May 14 5:30—8:00 PM
Thursday, May 28 5:30-8pm

Chess teaches us to think, visualize, problem solve, strategize and take risks. Play the game that spans cultures and generations. By learning chess, one of the oldest and most fascinating of games, you can make a friend and learn a little sportsmanship. Our Chess Club meets the 2nd & 4th Thursday of each month at 5:30pm. All ages and skill levels welcome.

No registration required. For more information or if you have any questions, please email Robert at wogglenut@earthlink.net
Hudson Valley Women of Mystery
Saturday, May 30 12:00—1:30 PM

Join us to celebrate May's Mystery Month with Hudson Valley's Women of Mystery - a three-author panel featuring Julie Doar (author of "The Gallagher Place), Jodé Millman (author of the "Queen City Mystery" series) and Jennifer Sadera (author of "I Know She Was There") - whose lives and books are connected to the Hudson Valley. Each author will share their perspectives on the Hudson Valley as a fitting place for mystery/crime/suspense/thriller stories; the appeal of this genre to women creators and readers (and why men should read them too); and inspiration for writing their novels. They'll each read excerpts from their books, and signed copies will be available to purchase, with a portion of the sales donated to Pleasant Valley Library.

Registration is required.
Friends of the PV Library Yard Sale
Saturday, June 6 9am to 3pm

Come shop the sale! All vendor spaces have sold out! Join us for an awesome tag sale and support your neighbors.
An Insider's Look at Grand Central Terminal with Carolyn Haynie
Saturday, June 6 12:30—1:30 PM

Join us to welcome Carolyn Haynie as she gives an insider's look at New York City's iconic Grand Central Terminal, the NY State and US Historic Landmark transportation hub serving NYC, Hudson Valley, and Connecticut. Carolyn will share her knowledge about the Terminal, gained from her career working for New York's Metropolitan Transit Authority. She'll talk about the Terminal's long and interesting past; its present and future; its restoration; and will share lots of hidden, fun and little-known facts.

Registration is required.
Outsmart the Scammers with Financial Advisor Jeremy Angevine
Tuesday, June 9 6:00—7:30 PM

Join us to welcome back financial advisor Jeremy Angevine, and learn how to outsmart the scammers. He'll discuss how to spot certain red flags that may indicate a fraudulent encounter, resources to turn to in the event you or a loved one are targeted, and steps you can take now to help protect yourself and your loved ones.

Registration is required.
Senior Movie Morning - "Greenfingers"
Wednesday, June 10 11:30 AM—1:30 PM

Seniors (ages 50+) are invited to attend this special seniors-only movie matinee. Light refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snack or lunch to enjoy!

Our movie for June is the 2000 British comedy/drama "Greenfingers," (rated R) starring Clive Owen and Helen Mirren. The beauty and delicacy of a flower seem a sharp contrast to the rough exterior of a prison inmate. Yet these two images are exactly what writer/director Joel Hershman brings together in Greenfingers, a story of redemption that not only tickles the funny bone, but touches the soul. The movie is loosely based on the true story of inmates at Her Majesty's Prison Leyhills in the Cotswolds, who found rehabilitation through gardening and went on to design award-winning gardens at the prestigious Hampton Court Palace Flower Show.

Registration is required.
Prehistoric Poster Party!
Friday, June 12 1:00—3:00 PM

We're looking to showcase the youngest artists among our patrons again this summer with our "UNEARTH A STORY" Kids & Teens Summer Art Show!

Kids can stop by today to make their "Unearth a Story!" poster to be hung in our art gallery this summer! We'll provide the poster board, markers, crayons, and more - you just need to bring your imagination!

Can't make it today? Have a teen that wants to participate? Drop off a poster any time before July 3rd!
About the art show:
Open to ages 4 to 17, submissions should be posters no larger than 12in x 18in showcasing the 2026 Summer Reading theme: UNEARTH A STORY! (So it should include things like dinosaurs, prehistoric times, archeology, etc.) All submissions are due by Friday, July 3rd so that they can be put on display throughout the summer!
America: Songs of Patriotism, Praise, and Protest w/ Alex Prizgintas
Friday, June 12 6:00—7:00 PM

America’s democracy is based upon the freedoms of speech and religion as part of its cornerstone. This program presents songs of Praise (faith) and Protest as part of the vital fabric that weaves our differences into our distinct strength, all played by Alex Prizgintas on electric cello. Key hymns, noble anthems of patriotism, and tunes of solidarity and resistance celebrate America's 250 years. This performance will feature "The Star Spangled Banner." "God Bless America," "We Shall Overcome," America the Beautiful," "This Land Is Your Land," and more.

Registration required.
Drop-In Father's Day Craft Class - ages 3-6yrs
Tuesday, June 16 1:00—2:00 PM
ages 5-11yrs
Wednesday, June 17 4:00—5:00 PM
ages 3-6yrs
Thursday, June 18 1:00—2:00 PM

Kids can stop by to make an awesome Father's Day craft for a special someone in their life!

No registration required! Just stop by!
Unearth a Story Summer Art Show!

We are asking Kids & Teens to make a poster showing their interpretation of our Summer Reading theme: Unearth A Story! Posters should feature our theme's elements: dinosaurs, prehistoric times, archeology, discovery, and adventures into our past!

All submissions will be displayed in our gallery throughout July and August. We will also host a very special Artist Reception for all participants on Friday, July 17th at 6pm.

For full rules, please contact the Library.
Teen Volunteers Wanted! Are you ages 13 to 17? Enjoy working with kids? Need community service hours for school or graduation? Want to help keep the Library neat and organized this summer?

Download an application from the Teen page on our website or stop by the Library to pick one up! Applications are due by July 1st.
2026
Seed Library
We have partnered with the Pleasant Valley Community Gardens to provide
community members with vegetable, flower, and herb seeds for free!
Here’s how it works:
Look through our Seed Library Binder.
Choose up to 5 varieties of seeds and ask the
library staff for the corresponding seed envelopes.
Take a photo of the seed information on the
packet or use the QR codes for growing
information.
At the end of the season, harvest seeds and return them to the Library to ensure your neighbors can enjoy gardening as well!