Water Color Workshop Artist’s Paintings

Babytime Story Hour
Every Tuesday from 10:00 am – 10:45 am
November 28 through December 19
Birth to 18 Months
We’re trying something new. Stories, songs, and free play for the babies…
Social time for the caregivers!
Registration required: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341

Music in the Library
Saturday, January 6 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.

Parents’ Night Out
Friday, December 8 from 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Parents’ Night Out is Full. Call to join waiting list.
Ages 4 and up
Pizza – Snacks – Drinks
Stories, Crafts, a Movie
Fun Activities with Miss Danielle
Space is limited. Registration required: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341

December Book Club
Join us Monday, December 11 at 12:00 pm
December’s Selection is “Horse”
by Geraldine Brooks

Read to Therapy Dog Jambo
Tuesday, December 12 from 4:00 pm – 5:00 pm
Jambo loves listening to stories!
Kids of all ages are welcome to come and read to him.
Teens are welcome to spend time with Jambo also. Just hang out, no need to read.
Sign up for a 15 minute slot with Jambo by contacting the library at stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341

Cookbook Club
Wednesday, December 13 from 6:00pm – 7:00pm
Choose a recipe from “Sababa: Fresh, Sunny Flavors from My Israeli Kitchen” by Adeena Sussman. Prepare the recipe and share it at the meeting.
No need to register – just come with your cuisine and enjoy!
Copies of the book 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.

Game Time for Grownups
Wednesday, December 13 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.

Make an Ornament
Thursday, December 14th from 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm
2nd – 5th Grade Students
Thursday, December 21st from 3:45 pm – 5:00 pm
Pre-K – First Grade Students
JOIN US FOR ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR CRAFTS OF THE SEASON. We’ll repurpose a CD into an ornament and create other holiday décor. Whether you’ll hang them on a tree or a doorknob you can decorate for the holiday theme of your choice. There will be something for everyone!
Please note that the school is currently unable to provide transportation to our programs.
Registration required: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341
Important: If the Pine Plains Central School District has a snow day or an early dismissal, the program will be rescheduled.

Teen Button Making
Wednesday, December 20 from 6:00 pm – 7:30 pm
Teens!
Join us as we explore the button maker to create custom buttons, key chains, or jewelry.
Make some holiday gifts for family & friends (or keep them for yourself… we won’t tell!).
Space is limited. Registration required: Stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341

Meditation Class
Wednesday, December 20
10:00 am In-Person 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

Introduction to Babysitting
Thursday, December 28 from 5:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Ages 10+
Instructor: Kathleen Berwick
Wednesday, July 26th 4:30pm—7:30pm Instructor: Kathleen Berwick
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 three 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 and paper.
This program is for ages 10+
Pizza will be provided.
Registration Required: stanfordlibrary@optonline.net or 845-868-1341

Music in the Library
Saturday, December 23 from 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Walt will be back in the spring.
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

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)
Preschoolers Storytime is suspended for December
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 – 3
Thursdays, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
These workshops will contain a story time 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.

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

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.
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
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.