Pastels and Oil Paintings by Lynda Youmans (Oak)
To see more, stop in the library to see her display.
"Today a reader, tomorrow a leader" - W. Fusselman
To see more, stop in the library to see her display.
We’re inviting everyone to discover the incredible resources and opportunities available at your library by signing up for a library card. This year, we’re thrilled to have Optimus Prime from the TRANSFORMERS as our special ambassador, highlighting that there’s more than meets the eye at the Stanford Free Library. Whether you’re looking to enhance your skills, find valuable information, or connect with fellow avid readers, a library card unlocks a world of possibilities. Don’t miss out! If you already have a library card help us spread the word by telling a friend why you love your library and suggesting that they visit us this September to sign up for a library card and discover all that your library has to offer.
September’s Selection is “An American Marriage”
by Tayari Jones
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
Choose a recipe from any cookbook by José Andrés
Prepare the recipe and share it at the meeting.
No need to register – just come with your cuisine and enjoy!
Copies of his books are available through the MHLS. Order online with your library card or contact the library for help: stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
The Cookbook group will be held the 2nd Wednesday of each month.
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
Starting Tuesday, September 17
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
Starting Tuesday, September 17
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
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
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.
encourages children, grades K through 8, to creatively express what peace means to them, so that we may all have greater tolerance and understanding.
The poster event theme is “Peace Without Limits”
Showcase your creativity/talent and share your vision of peace!
All entries will be on display at Stanford Community Day
Guidelines:
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 on the pickleball court at Stanford Recreation.
The pass allows free admission, for two adults, to the Landscape and House Tours. Children under 12 are free.
The pass is not the entry ticket. Tours are limited and it is recommended that you book a tour prior to your arrival. Call 518-751-0344 to reserve a ticket.
Please arrive 20 minutes before your scheduled tour.
For info on tours and scheduling visit www.olana.org/tour-category/individual.
Electric Carriage tours are not included in this pass.
Pass Guidelines:
Loan period is 3 days with a $5.00 per day overdue charge.
Pass must be picked up and returned to the circulation desk – do not use the outside book drop.
Pass may be reserved by contacting the library at 845-86891341 or stanfordlibrary@optonline.net
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
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
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.
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.