LEAF thru October's newsletter for great programs!!

Wacky Wednesdays!!

Wednesday, October 4th, and Wednesday, October 18th,

3:00-5:00pm

Fun make and take crafts for kids after school!

Miss Julie will have an array of craft projects for school aged children, 5 and up, on certain Wednesdays from 3pm to 5pm.

No registration is required - just stop by!

Defensive Driving

On Saturday, October 7th from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm, the library will be hosting a Defensive Driving Course presented by Peter Khan.

Why should you take this course? You can save 10% on your vehicle liability, collision, and personal injury protection (PIP) insurance premiums for THREE YEARS! You could also reduce up to FOUR POINTS on your driving record.

TO REGISTER: please call Peter Khan at (845) 380-4806 to enroll. You cannot sign up through the library.

$30 due day of class. Please bring pen, paper, and a bag lunch.

*This is NOT the five hour course needed to take your driving test.*

Sponsored by American Safety Inc. #028 Delivery Agency - DigitalDefensiveDriving.com #189

Movie Night with

PV Climate Smart

Tuesday, October 10th at

6:00 pm.

Join Pleasant Valley Climate Smart on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6pm for a documentary screening.

For the month of October they will be showing "Our Planet II - Following the Sun".

Sir David Attenborough narrates the incredible journies of various animal species across the globe. As summer spreads across our planet, honey bees toil, snow geese breed, tadpoles awaken and lions stalk wildebeest in search of lush grass, and more.

Afterwards, members of Pleasant Valley Climate Smart's Task Force will lead a brief discussion of the movie.

Registration required. Please call the library or click here to register.

Senior Movie Morning

Wednesday, October 11th at 11:30 am

Seniors (ages 50+) are invited to attend this special seniors-only movie matinee. Light refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snack or lunch to enjoy!

This month we'll be showing the 1999 film 'October Sky'.

"Starring Jake Gyllenhaal, and based on the true-life boyhood of a NASA scientist who grew up in a West Virginia Coal Town. Chris Cooper is the boys father - he is Supervisor at the mine. All his son wants is to learn Rocketry Science and go to college. Set in 1957 when Sputnik was successful orbiting the earth. Laura Dern is his supportive science teacher."

Registration required. Please call the library or click here to register.

Reading Fur-riend Brianna!!

October 11th and October 25th from 3:30pm to 5:00pm.

Brianna the Therapy Dog will be at the library to help children that are not comfortable reading out-loud in front of others (or being around dogs) feel more relaxed.

She loves when kids who love animals come to read to her, even if they are already comfortable readers.

No registration required! Children are welcome to stop by the visit with Brianna any time between 3:30pm and 5pm.

** Parents must supervise their children at all times while they are with Brianna**

Climate Warming, Fossil Fuels

and the Plastic Plague

Wednesday, October 11th at 6:00pm.

We've partnered with Pleasant Valley Climate Smart to present Climate Warming, Fossil Fuels, and the Plastic Plague: Making the Connections with special guest Jim Sullivan of Beyond Plastic.

Jim is a retired Spanish teacher in Rosendale, NY, and a longtime environmental advocate. In the fall of 2022, he took Judith Enck’s course about plastic pollution thus learning about the severe environmental, economic and health consequences it poses. Since then, he has been motivated to spread the word about the impacts of plastics on our health and climate change.

Registration is required - space is limited. Please call the library or click

here to register.

STEAM Lab

Thursday, October 12th from 3:00-5:00pm (for ages 6-12 years)

Thursday, October 19th from 1:00-3:00pm (for ages

4-8 years)

This new independent drop-in program will have kids of all ages exploring the world of STEAM - science, technology, engineering, art, and math!

Miss Julie will have stations set up with a variety of projects for children to explore and learn.

No registration required!!

Medicare Program

Friday, October 13th at 4:30 pm.

Robert Quinlan, a Medicare insurance specialist, will discuss the basics of Medicare supplement insurance plans, Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans, and Medicare subscription (Part D) drug plans. Bring your questions and get the answers you can use.

Registration is required. Call the library or click here to register.

Crafterday!

Saturday, October 14th at 12:00pm.

Join local crafter and artist Michelle Mead as she teaches us how to make a spooky-fun vintage Halloween papercraft wall hanging! No experience is necessary and all materials will be provided. This program is for everyone age 15 and up.

Registration is required - space is limited. Please call the library or click here to register.

Madams, Mobsters and Murders in the Hudson Valley

Monday, October 16th at 6:30 pm.

Join us as we welcome back local author and historian Anthony Musso as he discusses his newest book, "Madams, Mobsters and Murders in the Hudson Valley" - a true reflection of the darker side of life in our region that's known for its beauty, peacefulness and quiet way of life.

Through the years, that darkness took the form of bootleg distilleries, speakeasies, mobsters, and “ladies of the night” operating in plain sight – occupations more often found in large cities rather than rural settings. Yet they chose instead to set up shop in the Hudson Valley, creating large-scale, illegal, and extremely ingenious covert activities under the nose of law enforcement. This book is a true account of those activities.

Anthony Musso will also have copies to purchase - with a portion of the proceeds donated to our library - and have signed.

Registration is required. Please call the library or click here to register.

Pilates with Michelle

Tuesday, October 17th at 6:00 pm.

Join us for this exciting new program! 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 only equipment needed is a mat. The library does have a few mats available to borrow for class.

All levels welcomed!

Registration is required. Please call the library or click here to register.

Stuffie Slumber Party!

Friday, October 20that 4:00pm

We’re inviting stuffies for a special Library sleepover! Their children will bring them in, make them name tags, enjoy bedtime stories together, and then tuck them in for a stuffie-only slumber party. (We’re sure they won’t get up to any mischief after the staff leaves for the night...)

Children can come pickup their stuffed friends the following morning when the Library opens!

This program is open to children ages 4 to 8.

Registration is required. Please call the library or click here to register.

The Great Give Back

Saturday, October 21st from

10:00am-2:00pm.

During October, we are participating in The Great Give Back - a day of opportunities for the patrons of the Public Libraries of New York State to participate in meaningful, service-oriented experiences.

From October 2 until October 21, we will collect toiletries for Hudson River Housing. Please drop off donations in our lobby whenever we are open.

And on Saturday, October 21, while we are open from 10:00am until 2:00pm, we invite everyone to come in and assemble the donated items into personal care packages for Hudson River Housing's clients.

Hudson River Housing creates pathways out of homelessness and strengthens communities by developing and preserving affordable housing and creating opportunities for people to thrive.

Help us support this worthwhile organization and their mission of ending homelessness.

No registration is required and participation is not limited to residents.

Intro to Babysitting Class

Saturday, October 21st,

10:30 am-1:30 pm

In this class, participants will learn interviewing tips, communication skills, ages & stages of babies and toddlers, safety & first aid tips, and about feeding & caring for children (including diaper changing). A simple test will be administered at the end of the class, and certificates will be given to attendees.

The instructor has taught Kindergarten and 2nd grade, and is currently a 1st grade teacher. She holds three teacher certifications in Early Childhood, General Education, and Special Education as well as a Master's Degree in Literacy.

Registration is required - this class is for ages 11 and up. Please bring a pen/pencil, notebook, and snack. Please call the library or click here to register.

Ghost Hunter Barry Pirro's

Favorite Cases

Wednesday, October 25th at 6:30pm.

Paranormal investigator Barry Pirro will discuss some of his most chilling cases of ghosts, demons, and haunted objects. In addition, hear real ghost voices recorded during ghost investigations, and watch an amazing video of a ghost captured on film.

Known as the Connecticut Ghost Hunter, Barry Pirro has been studying and investigating the paranormal for over 20 years, and has also been a consultant for paranormal TV shows Ghost Adventures, Ghost Nation, Kindred Spirits, and Paranormal Survivor.

Participants will have a chance to ask questions about ghost hunting, and to share their own true ghost stories.

Registration is required. Please call the library or click here to register.

Interactive Movie Night:

Hocus Pocus 2!!