Paintings by Pat Kirkup
To see more, stop in the library to see her display.
Music in the Library
Saturday, June 3 from 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Classical Guitarist Andrew Baffi will sit and strum for us!
No need to register, just drop in and enjoy the music
Andrew will be here on the first Saturday of every month.
Defensive Driving Class
Tuesday, June 6 AND Wednesday, June 7 from 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm
(Must attend both classes)
SAVE 10% on Auto Insurance
Reduce 4 points on your driving record
$38.00
For questions and registration contact Bill Owens 845-756-2481
June Hybrid Book Club
Join us Monday, June 12 at 12:00 pm
June’s Selection is “Like Water for Chocolate”
by Laura Esquival
The June meeting will be a hybrid meeting. You may choose to attend in-person or via Zoom.
Please register via email: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net
Game Time for Grownups
Wednesday, June 14 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
We have a growing collection of games available or bring your own!
Coffee and tea provided but feel free to bring a snack to share!
No registration necessary.
Games for adults will be held on the second Wednesday of each month.
Cookbook Group With Kenny
Wednesday, June 14 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Join us for the “Kick Off” meeting
Bring your favorite cookie and the recipe to share and learn how the
“Cookbook Group” works.
The Cookbook group will be held the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
Meditation Class
Wednesday, June 21
10:00 am In-Person (Masks Required) or via Zoom
Susan Olin-Dabrowski, BS, CHT, Certified Consulting Hypnotist, and Reiki Master Teacher will lead this one hour monthly meditation program.
Meditation can be very helpful for managing stress and improving one’s quality of life.
Susan will be introducing a variety of meditation techniques
First timers and experienced meditators are welcome!
Link sent upon registration
Headset or earbuds recommended
Registration required stanfordlibrary@optonline.net
Music in the Library
Saturday, June 24 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Local musician, Walt Otto, will sit and play standards, early pop tunes, and classic country on his piano keyboard for us!
No need to register, just drop in and enjoy the music.
Literacy Connections
ofrece clases de Ingles – GRATIS!
Cada lunes 6:00pm—8:00pm
Todos los niveles son bienvenidos!
Examen y registro son gratuitos.
Para registrarse o para asistencia inmediata por favor llame a al 845-868-1341
Literacy Connections
FREE Classes for English Language Learners!
Every Monday 6:00pm – 8:00pm
All levels are welcome!
To register or for more information,
please call the library 845-868-1341
Bridge
Mondays from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Experienced players are welcome.
Please contact the library at 845-868-1341 or email stanfordlibrary@optonline.net
Water Color Workshop
First, Third and Fifth Tuesday of each month
1:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Individuals can bring an image or work from a smart phone to paint in class or choose from ones provided.
Learn how to use this medium to express your creativity with the technique that benefits you the best, wet on wet, layering, dry brush or very detailed.
Beginners Welcome
Supplies are not provided, a list of needed materials is available at the library. Call or stop in to register 845-868-1341
Preschool Storytime
Tuesday Mornings
Stories, songs and free play every week!
Preschoolers (3 – 4 years old)
10:00 am – 10:45 am
Toddlers (18 months – 2 years old)
11:00 am – 11:45 am
Registration Required stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Homeschool Stories and STEAM Workshops
Students in Grades K – 2
Thursdays, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
These workshops will contain a storytime component along with crafts and STEAM related activities.
Registration Required: stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Knitting
First, Third and Fifth Thursday of the month
from 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm
Come for knitting, tea and conversation.
All levels welcome
Advanced knitters will teach beginners
For additional information call 845-868-1341
Brain Games
Every Thursday, 10:30 – 12:00 pm
CALLING ALL SENIORS!
JOIN IN THE FUN AND LAUGHTER OF OUR “BRAIN GAMES”
Fun, stimulating, invigorating word games, board games, card games, conversation and laughter!
Register via email stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or phone 845-868-1341
Hope to see you, or perhaps someone you know would enjoy coming!
Mahjong for Intermediate Players
Fridays from 10:00 am – noon
Come and play Mahjong with this fun, friendly group.
Please call the library to register. 845-868-1341
Yoga With Mia
Saturdays at 10:00 am in the Community Room
Bring your own mat.
One time waiver form must be filled out prior to your first class.
Registration is required every week. Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Class size is limited to eight.
Check These Out!
We have two different types of backpacks for you to check out: An Insects Exploration Backpack and a Nighttime Exploration Backpack.
The Insects Exploration Backpack contains: 1) Petersen First Guide to Insects; 2) Petersen First Guide to Caterpillars; 3) Petersen First Guide to Butterflies and Moths; 4) Dual Purpose Observation Container; 5) Port-A-Bug Field Observation Container; 6) Student Insect Net; 7) 4x/6x Two-Way Magnifying Viewer; 8) Take-Along Guide to Caterpillars, Bugs, and Butterflies; 9) Everything Bug: What Kids Really Want to Know About Insects and Spiders
The Nighttime Exploration Backpack contains: 1) Planisphere: Two-Sided, 8-inch, 30-40°; 2) Moon Gazer; 3) Take-Along Guide to Planets, Moons, and Stars; 4) Skywatchers: Folding Pocket Guides to the Night Sky, the Moon & Weather (Our Living Earth Series); 5) Night Creepers; 6) Wait Till It Gets Dark: A Kids Guide to Exploring the Night; 7) Constellations Know-Cards; 8) RedSight Pro Red LED Flashlight; 9)Celeston Cometron 7×50 astronomy binoculars
For more information go to https://www.dutchessland.org/get-involved/events-and-programs/nature-exploration-backpacks
These backpacks were made possible by a Learn, Play, Create Grant from Dutchess County.
Check This Out!
Borrow a set of two paddles and four balls.
Try them on the pickleball court at Stanford Recreation.
Big Green Box
We are pleased to offer a certified alternative for recycling batteries and small electronics.
You can now bring in your old batteries and portables devices such as cell phones, tablets, TV remotes, garage door openers and more. We can also take cell phone and laptop accessories such as chargers, charging cords, and earbuds. Click here for more information on what you can recycle.
COVID-19 Home Tests Available at the Library
Two tests per kit. While supplies last. If you are not feeling well please do not come into the library to pick up the tests. Curbside pickup can be arranged by calling the library at 845-868-1341.
DID YOU KNOW?
The Stanford Free Library offers free delivery of materials to homebound patrons living in Stanford! This free service is available on a short-term or long-term basis for library patrons who are unable to visit the library either temporarily due to illness or accident, or permanently, due to age, disability, or other mobility problems. Materials are delivered by library volunteers at a time that works for both the volunteer and the patron.
If you, or someone you know, is interested in Home Delivery please contact Christa for more information. 845-868-1341 or email stanfordlibrary@optonline.net
A free New York State Empire Pass is Available!
All you need is your library card
The Empire Pass is your key to all-season
enjoyment at New York State Parks. It provides unlimited day-use vehicle
entry to most facilities operated by New York State Parks and the State
Dept. of Environmental Conservation including forests, beaches, trails
and more.
Participating parks include (but are not limited to): Clarence Fahnestock (excludes Fahnestock Winter Park), Clermont State Historic Site, Franklin D. Roosevelt, Lake Taghkanic, Mills Norrie (Margaret Lewis Norrie) Marina, Olana State Historic Site, Rockefeller State Park Preserve, Taconic – Copake Falls Area, Taconic – Rudd Pond Area, Walkway Over the Hudson State Historic Park
For more information and a complete list of New York State Parks visit: https://parks.ny.gov/documents/admission/EmpirePassCardGuidelines.pdf
Pass Guidelines:
The pass provides entry for one car.
Additional fees may apply for special activities and restrictions may
apply when special events are being held.
Loan Period – 4 days
Overdue Fee – $5.00 per day
Pass must be picked up and returned inside the library – do not use the outside book drop.
Pass may be reserved by contacting the library 845-868-1341
Temporary Access to Ancestry
We now have access to Ancestry Library Edition.
All you need is your library card number.
This has been provided by the Mid-Hudson Library System with the cooperation of Proquest. Click on Ancestry Library Edition for access. Click to see the differences between Ancestry Library Edition and Ancestry.com (the consumer edition).
STANFORD FREE LIBRARY IS NOW FINE FREE!
No more late fees!
Stanford Free Library is no longer charging late fees for overdue books, movies, audiobooks, or CDs!
Beginning on March 2, 2020 items checked out at our library will no longer incur late fees. This policy does not extend to overdue museum passes or overdue materials borrowed from outside of the Mid-Hudson Library System.
You will still be billed for non-returned, lost, damaged, or stolen items.
Board of Trustees Meeting – Second Tuesday
The library board meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm.
The public is welcome to attend.