August Programs

Registration for our August programs begins at 9:00 am on July 17th.

In addition to our movies, kids' creative crafts, our reading fur-riend Brianna, and our ongoing programs.....please see below for our featured August summer programs. For more information see our brochure here and register on our online events calendar here.

Paper Mouth Puppets

Wednesday, August 2nd at 3:30 pm.

Puppets are for everyone!

Kids will learn how to create an amazing puppet with a moving mouth, starting with a single sheet of paper! Simple to create, but open to any level of creative expression.

Registration is required.

This class is open to children entering Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Space is limited.

Tie-Dye Teddy Stuffies

Friday, August 4th at 3:00 pm.

Children ages 6 to 12 are welcome to come stuff their very own tie-dye colored teddy bear!

They will get to choose from two different bears, perform the Rainbow Wish Star Ceremony, write out an adoption certificate, and receive a gift bag to carry their new friend home in.

This is a free program, but cancellations and/or no-shows with less than 24 hours notice will be charged the cost of the stuffed animal.

Registration is required.

Sign-up will be IN PERSON ONLY - not online.

*In the event that a program becomes full, priority may be given to Pleasant Valley residents.

Line Dancing Party with

C & A Dance Party

Friday, August 4th at 6:00 pm.

Join us to welcome back Colleen and Aisha of C & A Dance Party for an interactive fun dance party introducing the basics of Country Line Dancing, that will have everyone boot scootin' and having a blast on the dance floor! Perfect for anyone who has never line danced before and those who are returning.

Colleen and Aisha are best friends who love to share the joy and fun of Line dancing with everyone they meet, especially through their C & A Dance Party events and continuing education programs.

Registration required - space is limited.

Nutty Scientists: Cast Away!

Wednesday, August 9th at

6:30 pm.

In this fun show, the Nutty Scientist gets lost on a desert island and the children will have to help them escape using science! Kids will learn about chemical reactions, changes in matter, the Newton’s Laws of Motion, electricity and much more, thanks to their participation in incredible experiments and amazing stories!

Registration is required.

*In the event that a program becomes full, priority may be given to Pleasant Valley residents.

Teen Paint & Sip with

Artist Sarah Kittle

Thursday, August 10th at 6:00 pm.

Our Teen Paint & Sip is back! Join local artist Sarah Kittle as she guides you in creating a summer-themed acrylic painting, while sipping summery "mocktails."

No experience is needed, and all materials will be provided.

For ages 12-18.

Registration is required - space is limited.

Cardboard Kingdom

Friday, August 11th at 4:00 pm.

Join us as we welcome Paper Heart Puppets for this exciting event! This hybrid workshop and show is the best of both worlds; in the first half, students build their own simple puppet characters. Then our expert puppeteer leads them in a guided improvised performance using all of their characters in a totally new story!

Registration is required.

This program is open to ages 6 to 12 years. Space is limited.

*In the event that a program becomes full, priority may be given to Pleasant Valley residents.

Escape the Library!!

Friday, August 11th at 6:00 pm, 6:45 pm and 7:30 pm

You've been locked in the Library after closing! Grab your teammates and work together (with the help of some famous teams) to crack the codes and cyphers that will unlock "escape rooms" in our library, all before time runs out. All attendees will receive a special prize curtesy of ALA Tompkins TCG, and the fastest teams in each heat will win a gift card to a Pleasant Valley business of their choice*!

The Rules & Other Important Info:

- For families and friend teams of 3 to 5 players.

- Open to ages 8 and up. All teams must have at least one member age 15 or older.

- There will be three "heats" - 6:00pm, 6:45pm, and 7:30pm. Each heat will consist of three teams. You may only sign up for one.

- Don't have a team of three but still want to play? Call the Library at 845-635-8460 - we will keep a list of singles and duos that are open to teaming up with others and do our best to match you up.

* Choice from a list of local businesses.

Registration is required.

Crafterday: Tie-Dye Class

Saturday, August 12th at 12:00 pm.

Have you ever heard of ice tie-dye? In this workshop, local artist Sabrina Ianucci will teach you how to tie-dye with ice and powder color. This non-traditional tie-dye technique is a fun easy spin on the old fashioned tie-dye we’ve most commonly seen over the past several decades, where you use little bottles of liquid dye to color fabric. By using the ice technique it gives you more control over where the colors are placed, how rich the colors can be, and how detailed you want your designs to be.

Please bring a 100% cotton white or light color shirt or fabric - all other supplies will be provided.

This class is open to ages 18 and up.

Registration is IN PERSON ONLY and will open at the Library at 10am on Monday, July 17th.

A $35 deposit (cash or check) will be required at sign-up and guarantees your spot in this program. This deposit will be returned to you the day of the class.

This program is open to all, but Pleasant Valley residents will be given priority.

Pilates is Here!!

Tuesday, August 15 6:00-6:45pm

New Pilates Program with Certified Instructor Michelle Pantaleo

This Beginner Level class is a great place for you to start learning the basic movements and technique of a Pilates class. This workout focuses on core strength, flexibility, balance, and overall body awareness. The class will lengthen and strengthen the muscles while giving you a full-body workout. The library has mats available to use, or bring your own. All levels welcome!

Registration is required.

Rock, Blues, and Music from the 1960's and 1970's

Friday, August 18th at 6:30 pm.

Classically trained cellist Alex Prizgintas will perform on an amplified cello augmented by a looping station with guitar pedals to enhance his repertoire of rock music from the 1960s and 70s. Come and meet this self-described "one-man band" and experience these popular songs as you've never heard them before.

Registration is required.

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