Acrylic Paintings by Fred Fodera
To see more, stop in the library to see his display.
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.
Homeschool Stories and STEAM Workshops
Students in Grades K – 2
Thursdays, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
(New! Beginning December 1st)
These workshops will contain a storytime component along with crafts and STEAM related activities.
Registration Required: stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Music in the Library
Saturday, December 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.
Sphero Robots are Here!
Students in Grades 4+
Friday, December 9 from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Come explore how to program Sphero Robots and “drive” them around the library!
Registration Required: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Space is limited so register today!
Made possible by Dutchess County’s Learn, Play, Create Grant.
December Hybrid Book Club
Join us Monday, December 12 at 12:00 pm
December’s Selection is “Violeta”
by Isabel Allende
The December meeting will be a hybrid meeting. You may choose to attend in-person or via Zoom.
Please register via email: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net
Full STEAM Ahead!
Students in Grades Pre-K – 1st Wednesday, December 14
from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students in Grades 2 – 5 Thursday, December 15
from 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm
In this after school workshop we will continue to explore all of the exciting new materials and equipment made possible by Dutchess County’s Learn, Play, Create Grant.
Registration required before submitting the buss pass: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
As a courtesy, the school will transport your child to the library but seats on the bus are limited. Contact the library to register your child for the program before you request bus transportation.
Foreign Film
Meditation Class
Wednesday, December 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
Make an Ornament
Students in Grades Pre-K – 1st Wednesday, December 21
from 3:30 pm – 4:30 pm
Students in Grades 2 – 5 Thursday, December 22
from 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm
Join us for one of our most popular crafts of the season. We will repurpose a CD into an ornament. Whether you’ll hang it on a tree, or a doorknob, or decorate it for the Holiday theme of your choice, there will be something for everyone!
Registration required before submitting the buss pass: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
As a courtesy, the school will transport your child to the library but seats on the bus are limited. Contact the library to register your child for the program before you request bus transportation.
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 1:30 pm – 3:30 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
Fiber Arts
First and Third Tuesdays of the month at 6:00 pm
Bring your projects and work alongside others in our beautiful Community Room.
Please register: email Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or call 845-868-1341
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
Scrabble
The Fourth Monday of each month
from 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
The first Scrabble Tourney hosted by BangallWorks and the Stanford Special Events Committee was a great success and future tournaments are in the works.
In the meantime, we’re giving you a chance to gather on a monthly basis and practice your game so that you’re ready for the next tournament!
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 via Zoom
The First Friday of the Month at 10:00 am
Check This Out!
Try the new pickleball court at Stanford Recreation.
Borrow a set of two paddles and four balls from your library!
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.