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PV Weekend Lawn Party

Saturday, September 9th from

1:00 - 6:00 pm.

Stop by the front lawn for PV Days giveaways such as a raffle for prizes, bubbles, coupons for our Big Book Sale the following weekend, and Marvel action figures for each child that drops by (courtesy of ALA Tompkins TCG, while supplies last).

Family Movie Matinee

Saturday, September 9th at 2:00pm.

Join us for our Saturday Matinee, where we'll feature an after library hours family film each month.

This month we're showing 'The Super Mario Bros. Movie'!

"While working underground to fix a water main, Brooklyn plumbers and brothers Mario and Luigi are transported through a mysterious pipe to a magical new world. But when the siblings are separated, an epic adventure begins."

Light refreshments will be provided, but feel free to bring your own snacks. You may also bring small chairs, pillows, and/or blankets for a cozier seat!

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

PV Weekend Bubble Bus!!

Sunday, September 10th from

1:00-3:30pm.

The Friends of the PV Library are sponsoring the Bubble Bus, which will be part of the parade!

Afterwards, it will be parked at Cady Field for everyone to enjoy!

Kids' Storytime Registration

Registration for our Toddler Time and our Pre-K Storytime will run September 11th thru September 17th.

Join Miss Julie for Toddler Time! Children ages 2 to 3 years and their caregivers are welcome to enjoy a story and themed craft together.

This session will be held on Mondays or Tuesdays from 11am to 11:30am, and run for five weeks through October 23rd. There will be no class on October 9th or October 10th.

*You may sign up for either the Monday session or the Tuesday session, not both*

Join Miss Julie for Pre-K Storytime! Independent children ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to enjoy a story and themed craft.

This session will be held on Tuesdays from 1pm to 1:45pm, and run for six weeks through October 24th.

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

Movie Night with

PV Climate Smart

Tuesday, September 12th at

6:00 pm.

Join Pleasant Valley Climate Smart on the 2nd Tuesday of every month at 6:00 pm for a documentary screening.

This month is the David Attenborough documentary 'Our Planet II - World on the Move'.

Migration is the oldest and most vital survival strategy in the animal kingdom, and every day, billions of creatures great and small are making extraordinary journeys. Part 1 of this series follows the migrations of lions and buffalo in Botswana; walrus and polar bears in the Arctic; humpback whales in the Bering Seas, and more. Narrator Sir David Attenborough states, "This series traces extraordinary journeys, in a world that is itself changing faster than ever. Only now are we beginning to understand that all life on Earth depends on the freedom to move."

Afterwards, members of Pleasant Valley Climate Smart's Task Force will lead a brief discussion of the movie, and will also talk about their work to support our community.

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

Senior Movie Morning

Wednesday, September 13th at 11:30am.

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're showing the 2012 film adaptation of "Les Misérables"!

"After 19 years as a prisoner, Jean Valjean is freed by Javert, the officer in charge of the prison workforce. Valjean promptly breaks parole but later uses money from stolen silver to reinvent himself as a mayor and factory owner. Javert vows to bring Valjean back to prison. Eight years later, Valjean becomes the guardian of a child named Cosette after her mother's death, but Javert's relentless pursuit means that peace will be a long time coming."

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

Reading Fur-riend Brianna!!

September 13th and September 27th 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**

"Youth for Life" in Zimbabwe

Thursday, September 14th at

6:00 pm.

Join us to welcome Simbarashe Chipanda of Youth For Life Zimbabwe Trust, a youth-led organization that works with and for the young people of Zimbabwe. He'll talk about their work that champions youth leadership participation, gender equality, and the health and rights of the youthful population of this beautiful country in Southern Africa.

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

Friends' Book Sale

Spread the Word! The Friends of the Pleasant Valley Library are preparing for a HUGE BOOK SALE the weekend of September 15th inside the library!!

Friday September 15th: 12pm to 6pm

Saturday, September 16th: 10am to 3pm

Sunday, September 17th: 10am to 3pm (Name Your Price Day!)

We are looking for your donations of books, CDs, DVDs and puzzles in great condition for the sale. Donations are accepted on Wednesdays between 10am and 7pm and on Saturdays from 10am to 1pm. Thank you!!

The prices for Friday & Saturday of the sale are as follows:

CDs are 5 for $1.00

DVDs are 5 for $1.00

Kids Books are 5 for $1.00

Adult Books are 6 for $5.00

Puzzles are 6 for $5.00

On Sunday, you can NAME YOUR PRICE for any remaining items!!

Pilates with Michelle

Tuesday, September 19th 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.

Wacky Wednesdays!!

Wednesday, September 20th from 3:00 - 5:00 pm

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!

STEAM Lab

Thursday, September 21st from 1:00-3:00pm (for ages 4-8 years)

Thursday, September 28th from 3:00-5:00pm (for ages 6-12 yrs)

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!!

The Art of Antique

Bottle Collecting

Thursday, September 21st at 6:30pm.

Have you ever come across that lone bottle residing on your kitchen shelf or living room counter begging to tell a story? Today, it is often forgotten how glass bottles were once a primary method of storing and transporting substances of all kinds. Join Alex Prizgintas, along with Viktor Prizgintas, as they discuss the fundamentals behind dating and identifying antique bottles.

Alex has been collecting bottles from the Hudson Valley for over ten years and served as president of the Hudson Valley Bottle Club from 2018 to 2020. His research on local bottles and bottle history has been published in the Antique Bottle & Glass Collector magazine as well as Marist College’s Hudson River Valley Review journal.

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

Introduction to

Electric Vehicles (EVs)

Saturday, September 23rd at 10:00am

Steve Wehr, local EV enthusiast and a retired engineer, will dispel myths and discuss how electric vehicles work, and answer your questions about EV ownership, and how easily they fit into your life. Steve and other local EV owners will have their vehicles in the back parking lot for you to see!

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

LEGO Create & Display

Come to the library on Monday, September 25th at 1:00 pm to make a 'Hello Fall!; themed LEGO Creation!

After the Lego creations are complete, they will be put on display in the Children's Room for everyone to enjoy!

This program is open to children ages 6 to 12.

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

Benji & Rita: A Program

of Brazilian Music

Thursday, September 28th at 6:30 pm.

Music duo Benji & Rita will play a concert of Brazilian music, featuring samba, waltz, pop and jazz arrangements by guitarist/vocalist Benji Kaplan, with Portuguese-language lyrics by vocalist Rita Figueiredo. Come along with them on sonic trip to Brazil!

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

Paint & Sip with

Artist Sarah Kittle

Saturday, September 30th at 12:00 pm

Join local artist Sarah Kittle as she guides you in creating an autumn-themed acrylic painting, while sipping seasonal "mocktails."

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

This program is open to all ages 13+.

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

Friends of the PV Library

Yard Sale

The Friends of the PV Library YARD SALE is being held Saturday, September 30th from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm at the PV Town Hall (1554 Main Street). There is no rain date.

Stop by the Library to register to sell your new and gently used goods- spaces are $20 each (cash or check made out to the Friends of the Pleasant Valley Library). All proceeds benefit the Library.

Stop by the library to reserve your space, or give us a call at 845-635-8460 for more information.

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