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Reading Fur-iend Brianna! Monday, February 93:30—5:00 PM Reading Fur-iend Brianna! Brianna the Therapy Dog will be at the library to help children that are not comfortable reading out-loud in front of others (or being around dogs) feel more relaxed. She loves when kids who love animals come to read to her, even if they are already comfortable readers. No registration required! Children are welcome to stop by the visit with Brianna any time between 3:30pm and 5pm.
Afternoon Meditation Tuesday, February 24 1:30—2:30 PM 6:30 - 7:30 PM Join us at a meditation session with Susan Olin-Dabrowski. Meditation can help you reduce stress and cultivate balance in your life. We explore a variety of seated meditation techniques, including mindfulness and guided imagery. These sessions are a wonderful monthly gathering for both beginners and experienced meditators alike. Come stressed and leave relaxed and restored! Susan is a certified Hypnotherapist, Reiki Master-Teacher, and Meditation Teacher, who has been leading meditations regularly since 2011. She's honored to share her knowledge and experience and to support others in their meditation journey. Registration is required.
After-School ArtVenture! Wednesday, February 25 4:00—5:00 PM Stop by for our newest after-school crafting program! Miss Julie will have an array of craft projects for children ages 5 to 11 years to choose from. No registration is required - just stop by any time between 4pm and 5pm!
Face & Lymphatic Yoga Friday, February 6 1:30—2:30 PM Tuesday, February 10 6:30—7:30 PM Wednesday, February 25 6:30—7:30 PM This is yoga for your whole body. Learn how to engage the muscles in the face and neck to help firm and tone. Remove toxins from your face and body by activating your natural immune support system. Please note the entire body will be engaged during class. Please bring a water bottle, yoga mat, large bath towel, and face lotion to class. ** PLEASE NOTE: Participants must be able to get on and off of the floor unassisted. This is a floor/mat yoga. Registration is required.
Chess Club Thursday, February 12 5:30—8:00 PM Thursday, February 26 5:30-8:00 PM 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
Fandom Friday: Outlander Friday, February 27 6:00—8:00 PM Outlander will be back in March for its 8th and final season! Join us to celebrate the iconic Scottish time-travel romance series! We'll talk about our favorite characters and storylines, compare and contrast author Diana Gabaldon's books vs. the television series, share predictions of how the show may end; enjoy Scottish snacks and tea; watch video clips and cast interviews; and play a trivia challenge to win Outlander-themed prize! Dress up as your favorite Outlander character for an extra chance to win an Outlander prize! Registration is required.
Stitch Together Tuesday, March 3 12:00—1:30 PM Come and gather with our cozy, creative stitching group to relax, chat, and work on yarn crafts! If you'd like, join us in making crochet and knit items to donate to local charities. (Donations of washable yarns are needed and much appreciated!) Need help figuring out a pattern or working a new stitch? Come with your questions! This group will meet on the first Tuesday of each month between 12pm and 1:30pm. Stop by and join us!
Sleeping Soundly with Joy E. Dyson Tuesday, March 3 6:00—7:00 PM Join us to welcome back local certified health coach Joy E. Dyson, of Wellness With Joy, for a program to help us sleep more soundly. We'll explore the science of how our bodies sleep, and discover holistic ways to leverage that knowledge to improve rest and daytime energy. And we'll learn how Daylight Savings Time affects circadian rhythm and sleep patterns, and gain some tips for the upcoming time change. Registration is required.
Spring Storytimes Registration opens Monday, March 2. Classes run 5 weeks starting March 9. Toddler Time is for children 18-36 months and their caregiver. This class will meet Mondays or Tuesdays at 11am. Pre-K Stories is for independent children ages 3 to 5 years. Classes will meet on Tuesdays at 1pm.
Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt: Two Halves of a Whole - special virtual presentation Monday, March 9 6:00—7:00 PM FDR Presidential Library’s Jeff Urbin discusses one of America's foremost "Power Couples" as their relationship transitions from a secret engagement, to a marriage in crisis, to a political partnership. Sponsored by Dutchess County Library Association, this special virtual program will be screened at the Pleasant Valley Library on Monday, March 9th at 6pm. Registration to watch here at the Library as well as to receive the Zoom link to watch from home are available on the registration page.
Teen Swag Bags are seasonal, themed grab0bags of snacks and goodies to enjoy along with a Teen or YA book. They can be picked up by teens ages 12 to 17 when they check out a book. Parents may not pick one up for their child; the teen must come in person.
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!