Stanford Free Library

Fridays:  January 18, January 25, February 1, February 8

3:45 pm – 5:00 pm

Students in grades 2 – 5

Come for our first STEAM Workshop Series of 2019!

Exercise your brains while having loads of fun.  In this four weeks series we will explore, experiment, and make plenty of messes, all while learning how science, technology, engineering, arts, and math tie together.  Workshops will include lots of engineering challenges, along with some activities involving Rubik’s cubes, computer coding, electrical circuits, and more.

It is recommended that students attend all sessions.

Call the library to register 845-868-1341 or email stanfordlibrary@optonline.net

Please note that is the Pine Plains Central School District has a snow day dismissal due to weather, the program will be rescheduled.

Wednesday, February 13 from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Students in Kindergarten – 1st grade

It’s all about the birds at this after school program!  We will read stories, have a snack, make a treat for our backyard birds, and create some bird-themed crafts.

Call the library to register 845-868-1341

Please note:  If the Pine Plains Central School District has a snow day or early dismissal due to weather, the program will be cancelled.

Thursday, February 21 from 3:30 pm to 5:00 pm

Students in 2nd – 5th grade

Come to the library for a fun-filled puppet making workshop!  We will learn to make puppets out of socks.

Call the library to register 845-868-1341

Please note:  If the Pine Plains Central School District has a snow day or early dismissal due to weather, the program will be cancelled.

Friday, February 22 from 3:30 pm – 5:00 pm

Students in 2nd – 5th grade

Our first Craft-a-palooza was a huge success, so we are back at it!  Come craft away at the library.  Let your creativity run wild and help us use up our supplies before we move to our new building.

Call the library to register 845-868-1341

Please note:  If the Pine Plains Central School District has a snow day or early dismissal due to weather, the program will be cancelled.

Saturday, February 23 at 10:00 am

Melissa Coggeshall will speak about her “Life on the Ice” while living in Antarctica.

Melissa has amazing stories and insights about her trips to Antarctica that she will share with us.  Melissa will show us the clothing she wore and speak about what it is like to live on the ice.

Registration appreciated, but not necessary 845-868-1341.

Free Tax Preparation at the Library!

Call 2-1-1 for an appointment

Our AARP Tax Aides will be back here on the following Friday Mornings:

February 8 & 22
March 8 & 22
April 12

211 will be ready to take your calls on January 15 to schedule an appointment.

Every 4th Thursday of the month

Come at 6:30 for meet & greet and a bite to eat.  Film begins at 7:00 pm

Entertaining & illuminating films on the influence of modern & contemporary art/design/dance/theater/photography have on our culture.  Lively discussion.  Hosted and curated by Carin Goldberg.

Carin is an award winning artist and graphic designer and teaches at the School of Visual Arts in New York City.  She is a long-time resident of Stanfordville and is delighted to share her expertise and passion for the arts and its influence on how we think and see.

For information or to place an order click here:

https://polarengraving.com/stanfordfreelibrary

Contributions are tax deductible. We are a 501(c)(3) Non-profit organization.

Mondays from 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm

If you are a beginner or an experienced player looking for a partner or just curious about the games, this is for you.

Please contact the library at 845-868-1341 or email stanfordlibrary@optonline.net