December 2022

Special Library hours
 
Friday, Dec 23 through Monday, Dec 26 - Closed
Friday, Dec 30 through Monday Jan 2 - Closed
 

Events for Adults
We are a proud recipient of the PLA / AT&T Digital Literacy Incentive,
which funds digital literacy programs that will help our patrons become more
independent in today's computerized world.
 
As one of only 150 libraries nationwide to receive this funding,
the following workshops will be available using the DigitalLearn platform to promote and teach skills that will help to narrow the digital divide.
 
Class sizes are limited in order to provide one-on-one assistance.  
For more information, please call the library: 845-786-3800 x18
or choose one of the links below to register.
 
Computer Classes in Spanish
 
Thursday, December 1 - Computer Basics
Thursday, December 8 - Internet Basics
Thursday, December 15 - Email Basics
Thursday, December 22 - Zoom Basics
 
All Classes are from 3pm to 4pm
at the Village Branch - Haverstraw
Computer Classes in English
 
Monday, January 9 - Computer Basics
Monday, January 16 - Internet Basics
Monday, January 23 - Email Basics
Monday, January 30 - Zoom Basics
 
All Classes are from 11am to 12pm
at the Main Library - Garnerville

Mini Sip 'n Paint at the Village
Saturday, December 3, 1:00 pm
Paint a small canvas while trying a new wine at the Village. Class size is limited. Registration is required and you must be 21+ in order to register. REGISTER HERE
Morning Meditation
with Carole Brill - Zoom
Mondays, December 5, 19 and 19, 11:00 am
Experience the peace of a quiet mind and open heart while being guided through gentle meditations with music and mindfulness.
Learn simple tools to use at home. All levels welcome.
REGISTER HERE
Gentle and Chair Yoga
with Marla - Hybrid
Wednesdays, December 7 and 14, 1:30 pm
in the Library or via Zoom
Marla Caplan is back for in-person yoga classes! Bring a mat and a water bottle and join where you feel most comfortable. Registration is required only if you will join via zoom.
REGISTER HERE

Ornaments with Yours Truly
Thursday, December 8, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Maribeth returns to Haverstraw Library to teach this fun and easy ornament class. Class size is limited, ages 14 & up. $5 materials fee due at time of registration. REGISTER HERE
Empire Safety Defensive Driving
Saturday, December 10, 10:00 am - 4:45 pm
Registration required. $30 registration fee due at sign up by check, money order or credit card. Please make checks payable to Ian Prastein. REGISTER HERE or at the adult reference desk.
Movie Matinee at the Library -
Friday, December 16, 1:00 pm - Main Library
Saturday, December 17, 1:00 pm - Village Branch
Join us for a warm and cozy holiday film. Hot cocoa and cookies will be served! Dolly Parton's Christmas on the Square
TV-PG, 1h 38m
VIEW THE FULL CALENDAR OF ADULT EVENTS HERE

Events for Children
All artists under the age of 13 are invited to submit their art to be featured in the Junior Art Show hosted by the Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library! We are happy to accept paintings, drawings, sketches, sculptures, collages, or anything else you can think of! Please bring all submissions to the Children's Desk by Monday, November 28th.
 
For more information, please call 845-786-3800 x25 or visit HERE
 
Grooving with Miss Lisa
Thursdays, December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 6 - 6:45 pm
For ages 0 - 5
Get ready to move and groove to a bunch of great tunes while having fun! Registration is open now for everyone.
REGISTER HERE
R.E.A.D to a Dog
Saturday, December 3, 10:30am - 12pm
For ages 5-12. 
Sign up for a 15 minute session to read one-on-one to a certified therapy dog. Registration is open for everyone.
Call (845) 786-3800 x 25 to register.
Mad Science Dinosaurs Workshop
Saturday, December 3, 2 - 3pm
For ages K-2
Kids examine fossil casts and explore the differences in the teeth of herbivorous and carnivorous dinosaurs. Students participate in a mini dinosaur excavation and make a cast of a dinosaur tooth to take home. REGISTER HERE
Drawing Cartoons with Rick Stromoski
Tuesday, December 6, 6 - 7pm Online
For all ages
Award-winning cartoonist Rick Stromoski will teach you how to create your own cartoon characters. Registration is open now for everyone. REGISTER HERE
Sensory Play
Tuesdays, December 13 & 27, 10:30 - 11:15 am-Village Branch
Wednesdays, December 7 & 21, 6:00 - 6:45 pm-Main Library
For ages 0-6, families are welcome
Sensory fun with explorative and interactive play!
Families welcome, no registration required. 
VIEW THE FULL CALENDAR OF CHILDREN'S EVENTS HERE

Events for Teens
   

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Main Library
10 W. Ramapo Road
Garnerville, NY 10923
Monday-Thursday: 10 am - 9 pm
Friday - 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 1 - 5 pm
(845) 786-3800
Village Branch
85 Main Street
Haverstraw, NY 10927
Monday: 12 pm - 8 pm
Tuesday - Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm
Friday: 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: Closed
(845) 429-3445
haverstrawlibrary.org/