Library watercolor artists.
To see more, stop in the library to see the display.
"Today a reader, tomorrow a leader" - W. Fusselman
Library watercolor artists.
To see more, stop in the library to see the display.
Classical Guitarist Andrew Baffi will sit and strum for us!
No need to register, just drop in and enjoy the music
Registration required: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
December’s Selections are “banned books”
“Tiger Eyes” and “Forever”
(two old YA fiction favorites)
by Judy Blume
He’s a gentle giant who loves to make new friends. People of all ages are welcome to come and visit with him. Sign up for a 15 minute slot with Jambo.
Read the article in The New Pine Plains Herald about Jambo!
Jambo — the ‘Love Sponge’ — Brings Canine Comfort to Stanfordville Library
Sign up for a 15 minute slot with Jambo by contacting the library at stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Explore new foods and share a meal with friends.
December’s Theme is Food of Our Ancestors
Bring a potluck dish based on the theme to share.
Recipe sharing and families welcome!
Come enjoy food and conversation potluck style!
Beverages, paper plates and bowls, plasticware, name tags and food signage will be provided.
Registration not required.
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.
This is gentle yoga with a chair to support and aid seated and standing postures.
Registration required: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Come make holiday cards, gift tags, and small gifts with your friends!
Space is limited.
Registration required: stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Students in Grades K – 3
Thursdays, 12:45 pm – 1:45 pm (new time)
and/or
Students in Grades 4 – 6
Thursdays, 2:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Registration Required: stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
We will be happy to provide guidance but this is a Watercolor Workshop not a Watercolor Class.
Supplies are not provided, a list of needed materials is available at the library. Call or stop in to register 845-868-1341
Preschoolers (Age 3 – 4)
9:30 am – 10:15 am
Toddlers (Age 18 months – 2 years)
10:30 am – 11:15 am
Babies (Birth – 18 months)
11:30 am – 12:15 am
Registration Required stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Todos los niveles son bienvenidos!
Examen y registro son gratuitos.
Para registrarse o para asistencia inmediata por favor llame a al 845-868-1341
All levels are welcome!
To register or for more information,
please call the library 845-868-1341
Come for knitting, tea and conversation.
All levels welcome
Advanced knitters will teach beginners
For additional information call 845-868-1341
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!
Come and play Mahjong with this fun, friendly group.
Please call the library to register. 845-868-1341
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.
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.
Try them out on the new courts at Stanford Recreation!
Ukuleles and lots of games to borrow!
The “Big Green Box” has been replaced with a big white bucket but everything is still the same.
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.
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
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.
The library board meets the second Tuesday of every month at 7:00 pm.
The public is welcome to attend.