Stanford Free Library

"Today a reader, tomorrow a leader" - W. Fusselman

Beginner Ukulele Workshop

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All Ages Welcome

 

Friday, May 18  –  6 – 8 p.m.

Learn the basics of playing the ukulele:
– From tuning to playing chords, we’ll get you started.
– Come with some interest and leave strumming a tune!
– No prior experience necessary

This workshop is for those who haven’t attended a beginner workshop yet.  We will work on the very basics.  Bring your own uke if you have one.  (We will focus on the soprano ukulele, but the concert and tenor work as well.) We have a limited number of ukuleles available on a first come, first serve basis.  Please register early if you would like to borrow one.

 Seating is limited and registration is required
To register call the library 845-868-1341 or e-mail stanfordlibrary@optonline.net

Introduction to Babysitting

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Saturday, April 21 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm

Instructor:  Amanda Tucker

Many new babysitters face fears when it comes time to begin babysitting. What happens if they get hurt?  How do I change a diaper?

This four hour class is designed to prepare teens to feel confident when accepting a babysitting job.

Participants will learn interviewing tips, communication skills, ages and stages of young babies and toddlers, safety and first aid tips, and feeding and caring for children, including diaper changing.  At the completion of the course, participants will take a brief quiz and certificates of completion will be distributed.

Please bring a pen, paper, and lunch.

To register please call the library at 845-868-1341
or email us at Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net

Online Books & Magazines Class

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Friday, April 27 at 10:00 am

In this Beginner PC Class, we will look at our Library’s website and see how you can access eBooks, Audiobooks, eMagazines and Consumer Reports. We will help you set up your accounts for the first time so you will be able to download what you want.  Bring your device and the following information:  any necessary passwords; your email address; your library card number and password.  We will have some laptops available if you don’t have a device.

Call the library to register: 845-868-1341.
If you don’t have your library card or don’t remember your password, please stop in the library and they will be happy to help you.

Defensive Driving Class

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Tuesday, May 1
Wednesday, May 2
6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
(Must attend both classes)

SAVE 10% on Auto Insurance
Reduce 4 points on your driving record

$38.00
To register, send a check
(payable to Safety Education) to:
Bill Owens
1403 Jackson Corners Rd.
Red Hook, NY  12571

Questions may be directed to 845-756-2481

HERBS of the Mediterranean and Their Uses

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Saturday, May 5 at 10:00 am

Create a Mediterranean herb garden using the most common herbs of the Mediterranean region.  The focus will be on growing specific herbs, creating a favorable environment for their cultivation, and their culinary uses.  Related lore and symbolism will be presented.

Presented by Anthula Natsoulas from Cornell Cooperative Extension