Library News & Programs
For Adults & Children
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Greetings from Director Stephanie Harrison | |
As the flowers bloom and the days grow warmer, we look forward to a May filled with fun happenings at our library. Whether you are looking to check out our museum pass to Olana, bring your family to the Touch-a-Truck event, or learn herb gardening and beekeeping--I hope you will join us in learning and connecting with one another at the library.
Happy May!
Stephanie Harrison
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Olana State Historic Site is the latest edition to our museum pass collection! This pass admits two adults for landscape walking and historic house tours for free. Admission for children sixteen and under is free. The pass also grants holders a 15% discount in the Olana Museum Store.
Olana State Historic Site is located in Hudson, NY, and was originally owned by Frederic Edwin Church, a major figure in the Hudson River School art movement. Take a stroll through its over 250-acre landscape, specifically crafted by Church, or tour his unique home, a combination of Victorian architecture and Middle-Eastern motifs. To learn more about Olana, visit their website at www.olana.org.
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Photo credit Amanda Booth, 2023 | |
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Garden Raffle Basket
Petersen's Greenhouses Gift Certificate, Seeds, Tea,
Plant Container, Garden Gloves, Hand Tools & more
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Support the Patterson Library Friends by purchasing tickets for their monthly raffle on display at our circulation desk. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5.
If you want a great way to share your skills and give back to your community, join the Patterson Library Friends. Email pr@pattersonlibrary.org for more information.
Their next meeting is Monday, May 20, at 10 AM.
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Touch-A-Truck
June 8: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
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Don't miss the Patterson Rotary's annual "Touch-A-Truck for Heroes" event at the Patterson Library and Patterson Firehouse on Saturday, June 8, from
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM. The kids will love sitting in the driver's seat of the fire trucks, ambulances, construction rigs, and other big trucks. Plus, there will be food, music, a bubble bus, a petting zoo, horse-drawn carriage rides, and so much more.
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Calpulli Mexican Dance Performance
Tuesday, July 9 @ 6 PM
Rain Date: July 10 @ 6 PM
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Bring the family, a picnic dinner, blanket, or chair, and join us in our library park for a wonderful performance with the dancers from Calpulli Mexican Dance Company in a celebration of traditional Mexican dance and music! Enjoy the unique costuming and rhythms while learning about the history and culture of Mexico during this fun and interactive performance.
This program is made possible, in part, through the Putnam Arts Council’s Arts Link Grant Program with public funds provided through the NY State Council on the Arts with support from the Office of the Governor and the NY State Legislature.
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Adult Programs
Fantastic Lectures, Movies & More!
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Intro to Beekeeping
Thursday, May 16 @ 6:30 PM
Learn what the buzz is all about. Apiarist Bob Bee will take us through the steps to becoming an amateur beekeeper and the tricks to keeping a healthy, flourishing hive.
Adults 18+
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Movie Matinee: Foreign Film
Driving Madeleine
Wednesday, May 22 @ 1:00 PM
Join us as we watch the wonderful French foreign film Driving Madeleine. Shown with subtitles, it is a beautiful story about an elderly woman forced to move into a nursing home and embarks on a journey with a taxi driver on her way to her care facility. The story of their friendship and her fascinating life unfolds as they visit the meaningful and memorable places of her life in her beloved city of Paris.
Adults 18+ Film is in French. Subtitles
Starring: Line Renaud, Dany Boon, Alice Isaaz
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Herb Gardening
Thursday, May 23 @ 1:00 PM
Herbalist Tamara Dumay will teach us the basics of seeding, transplanting, bed preparation, and soil testing for herbs. We will also learn the health benefits of each plant and how to create your home garden. Bring your gardening gloves and help us plant some herbs in our library garden. Adults 18+
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Movie Matinee: One Life
Thursday, June 13 @ 1:00 PM
Based on the true story of a young British stockbroker Sir Nicholas Winton, One Life is told as a flashback to pre-WWII when he rescued 669 predominantly Jewish refugee children from Prague by arranging for trains to take them to England. Adults 18+
Starring Anthony Hopkins, Johnny Flynn, Helena Bonham Carter, Lena Olin Rated PG-13
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Patterson's Past: 1730 - 1800
Patterson Historical Society Presentation
Thursday, June 20 @ 6:30 PM
What’s in a name? The Oblong, Woostershire, The Gore, South Precinct of Dutchess County, Fredericksburgh, Franklin--all names that were applied to Patterson or parts of it in its early days. Discover the history of these names and places and the stories of some of the early inhabitants of the area. Adults 18+
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Meditation Series
Wednesdays, June 26, July 10, August 21 @ 10:30 AM
Relax and restore your body and mind in this guided meditation series with Terry Ariano. Begin to develop awareness of your reactive mind, and to practice mindfulness to bring calm into your daily life. We will explore breathing techniques to calm the body and meditate in both seated and reclining posture. Please bring a yoga mat and a cushion. Adults 18+
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Movie Matinee: Arthur the King
Wednesday, June 26 @ 1:00 PM
Based on a true story, this inspirational film follows a Swedish adventure racers team and Arthur, the street dog that joins them, on a 10-day, 435-mile race for the Adventure Racing World Championship. Pushed to their limits, victory, loyalty, and friendship are redefined by Arthur. Adults 18+
Starring: Juliet Rylance, Nathalie Emmanuel, Simu Liu, Mark Wahlberg
Rated PG-13
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Yoga Series
Wednesdays, July 17, 24 & 31@10:30 AM
Try this fun yoga class for all levels of yoga practitioners in our beautiful outdoor park with Julia Calabrese-Harrer of Yoga in the Trees. She will lead us through meditation and movement for a new experience with this ancient practice. Please bring a yoga mat and a cushion. Adults 18+
By registering for this program, you agree to sign a waiver and release before participating.
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Mahjong Drop-In Program
Fridays @ 10:30 AM
Join our weekly Mahjong Drop-In Program at the Patterson Library every Friday morning from 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM. Beginners and experienced players alike are invited to join the fun. Adults 18+
Registration is not required but preferred.
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Flying Needles
Drop-In Program
Tuesdays @ 10:30 AM
Grab your knitting needles, crochet hooks, or favorite needlework, and enjoy a morning of stitching and chatting with other crafters at the library. This is a drop-in group that will meet every Tuesday.
Adults 18+
Registration is not required but preferred.
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Book Clubs at the Library
Did you know we have several book clubs during the day? If you like to read, get together with people, and share your thoughts about what you've read, give us a call to join one of our book clubs. Pick up the book and contact the library at 845-878-6121 ext. 10 to join.
Friday Book Club: May 17 @ 1:00 PM. May's book is The Yellow Wife by Sadeqa Johnson
Bagels & Books: May 20 @ 11:30 AM. May's book is Tomorrow, and Tomorrow, and Tomorrow by Gabrielle Zevin
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Virtual Parent Support Group
Fridays @ 11 AM on Zoom
Putnam County Libraries have teamed up to present a Parents Online Support Group. Please email beautifulmamas123@gmail.com to request an invitation to our weekly Zoom Meeting every Friday at 11 AM. The New Parents Support Group was initiated in 2014 and provides no-cost, professionally facilitated support groups for all who seek professional advice, peer companionship, and kind support. This warm and welcoming group is co-facilitated by Katherine Whiteside (CPD: CBI) and Dr. Rachel Lemonik (PsyD).
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Medicare Drop-In Help
Once monthly Tuesday @ 1 - 3 PM
Once monthly Thursday @ 4 - 6 PM
Maggie Flynn of Advocate Health Advisors will be here twice a month to answer questions about Medicare, Medicaid, and Veterans Health Benefits. Stop by with your general questions about how to get started with a plan or how to improve the plan you are in. Adults 18+
Check our calendar for dates.
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Putnam County Libraries Short Story Discussion Group on Zoom
Alternate Wednesdays @ 1 PM
Would you like to be in a book club but can't get to the meetings? The Putnam County Libraries have joined together to provide a lively discussion of short stories on Zoom on alternate Wednesdays. Email devans.durkin@carmellibrary.org to register and receive links for the story and Zoom meeting.
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Children's Programs
Fun For All Ages!
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Homework Helpers
On Tuesdays and Thursdays,
June 4 & 6 @ 4:15 PM
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Need help with homework? Every Tuesday and Thursday a local high school student will provide homework help.
This is a drop-off program for grades
K - 4.
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Spring Story Time
Thursdays, May 9 - June 6 @ 11:00 AM
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Children love the magic of the changing seasons, and spring is particularly fun to explore! We will read books and make crafts in this seasonally-themed program.
This is a drop-off program for ages 3 - 5 years old.
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Summer Kickoff
Wednesday, June 26 @ 1 PM
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School is out! Let the summer fun begin! Join us for delicious food, a foam party, and lots more fun activities for all ages!
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Canvas Painting with Miss Gabby
Friday, June 28
6 - 11 Years @ 1:00 PM
12 and up @ 2:30 PM
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Miss Gabby is back to teach an art class! Come and make a beautiful painting on canvas!
This is a drop-off program.
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Teen Programs
Creativity and Comfort Collide!
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Teen CPR Class
Saturday, June 1 @ 9:30 AM
Knowing CPR is an important life skill. Come to our class and get certified.
This is a drop-off program for ages 12 - 19.
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Notary Services Available | |
Did you know you can have your documents notarized for free at the library?
Just call 845.878.6121 ext. 12, for hours and information.
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Adam Bernier of A&R 360 is in our Study Room every other Monday from 4 - 6 PM to answer your basic tech questions.
Registration is preferred but walk-ins are welcome. Please check the calendar for exact dates.
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Kanopy is a video streaming service that provides instant access to thousands of critically acclaimed documentaries and movies for adults and kids. You can stream Kanopy on any of your favorite devices. Click here to create your Kanopy account today (a MHLS library card is required)!
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We never like to close, but if inclement weather, imposed closures, or building emergencies force us to close, remember to visit our website for information, announcements, and updates. | |
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On days the library is
closed due to weather or other emergencies, we will turn on our CHAT feature during business hours so you can reach a staff member to get help with your questions.
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Please be advised that the Library makes no warranties and/or representations concerning the programs. The Patterson Library Trustees and Staff do not promote or endorse the opinions or views of the presenters or performers. Your decision to participate, or allow your child to participate, in the programs is an express consent on your part to waive any and all claims against the Library which may result from said participation and hereby release and discharge the Patterson Library from any and all liabilities. | |
Patterson Library 845.878.6121 1167 Route 311, Patterson NY 12563
www.pattersonlibrary.org
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