Online Computer Lab

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions...More

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions about websites, devices, or any other technology questions. If you need to show your device, a camera (webcam) will be required. You can use audio to speak and listen. Most laptop computers have a webcam and microphone/speakers built in. Desktops may not have camera or microphone. You may also use the chat feature in the meeting to ask questions.You must provide a valid email address that you can access the morning of your lab. Details about your meeting will be sent to you in an email. If you don't see an email by 10:30am, check your spam/junk folder in case it went there.Registration is required and is only available until 10:30 the morning of the lab. If you register after 10:30 that morning we may be able to accommodate you - we'll notify you by email if we have availability.If you register for more than one time slot on the same day, extra registrations may be deleted.Note: If you just have a question or two, you are welcome to send an email to dminnerly@poklib.org - an online meeting may not be required.Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Youth Summer Food Service Program

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry...More

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry during the summer.The Summer Food Services Program is federally funded and provides a no cost breakfast and lunch to children who are residents of the City of Poughkeepsie and who are 18 years old or younger.  The program was created to make nutritious meals available to students who during the summer do not have access to school meals. There are no forms, residency or citizenship rules. A typical meal may include a sandwich, fresh fruit, salad, juice, and milk. The Poughkeepsie City School District is a federally approved provider for this program.This year the Poughkeepsie Public Library District is partnering with the school to provide an additional location where free meals will be served. Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : 845-485-3445 : jtorres@poklib.org [Family]

Adriance - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)

Cancelled-NEA Big Read Prep - Community Workshop

OPTION: join the NEA Big Read Prep session scheduled next Thursday, August 13, at 6:30 pm.  Or contact Jewel Ratzlaff for more information.Contact: Jewel Ratzlaff : jratzlaff@pokblib.org [Adult]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Kawaii Cactus

Make a cute paper cactus to take home. Grades K-5.Registration required.Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : (845)485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Children (Grades K - 5)]

Boardman Road - Joba Children's Program Room

Sock Puppets!

Let's get crafty and make adorable puppets from socks! Socks and materials will be provided. Grades K-5.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Children (Grades K - 5)]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Artist Talk & Reception: Anita Fina

Join the virtual reception on Facebook Live, including a presentation by Artist Anita Fina. The event will include a walk-through of the exhibit of beautiful river-themed art.  A small number of seats will be available for in-person participation, registration...More

Join the virtual reception on Facebook Live, including a presentation by Artist Anita Fina. The event will include a walk-through of the exhibit of beautiful river-themed art.  A small number of seats will be available for in-person participation, registration required.  [Adult]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Fiber Friends Stitch and Chit Chat

Come bring your projects: knitting, crochet, needle work and learn from one another.  Please wear a mask until the Governor's mandate is lifted.  No registration required.Contact: Debora Shon : 845-485-3445 x3313 : dshon@poklib.org []

Adriance - Reading Bay (Floor 3)

Computer Lab

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing...More

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing Microsoft Office documents.Come to the Reference Desk on the Main Floor with your technology questions. Reference staff will assist you, depending on availability.No registration required. Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance Memorial Library

Brain Games

An hour of assorted thinking games in a group setting.  No judgment just fun socialization and a chance to challenge yourself to improve your brainpower. Every week is something different. Participation may be limited to accommodate social distancing. Masks are...More

An hour of assorted thinking games in a group setting.  No judgment just fun socialization and a chance to challenge yourself to improve your brainpower. Every week is something different. Participation may be limited to accommodate social distancing. Masks are required. A simple health screening may be required to participate.Contact: Barrie Hartman : barrie34@aol.com [Non-Library Event]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Stitch Your Heart Out

Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects to the library and share your tricks and tips with others No registration necessary.  Please wear masks until the Governor's mandate is lifted.Contact: Boardman Road Branch : (845) 485-3445 x3400 : adultevents@poklib.org...More

Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects to the library and share your tricks and tips with others No registration necessary.  Please wear masks until the Governor's mandate is lifted.Contact: Boardman Road Branch : (845) 485-3445 x3400 : adultevents@poklib.org [Adult]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Online Computer Lab

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions...More

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions about websites, devices, or any other technology questions. If you need to show your device, a camera (webcam) will be required. You can use audio to speak and listen. Most laptop computers have a webcam and microphone/speakers built in. Desktops may not have camera or microphone. You may also use the chat feature in the meeting to ask questions.You must provide a valid email address that you can access the morning of your lab. Details about your meeting will be sent to you in an email. If you don't see an email by 10:30am, check your spam/junk folder in case it went there.Registration is required and is only available until 10:30 the morning of the lab. If you register after 10:30 that morning we may be able to accommodate you - we'll notify you by email if we have availability.If you register for more than one time slot on the same day, extra registrations may be deleted.Note: If you just have a question or two, you are welcome to send an email to dminnerly@poklib.org - an online meeting may not be required.Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Youth Summer Food Service Program

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry...More

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry during the summer.The Summer Food Services Program is federally funded and provides a no cost breakfast and lunch to children who are residents of the City of Poughkeepsie and who are 18 years old or younger.  The program was created to make nutritious meals available to students who during the summer do not have access to school meals. There are no forms, residency or citizenship rules. A typical meal may include a sandwich, fresh fruit, salad, juice, and milk. The Poughkeepsie City School District is a federally approved provider for this program.This year the Poughkeepsie Public Library District is partnering with the school to provide an additional location where free meals will be served. Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : 845-485-3445 : jtorres@poklib.org [Family]

Adriance - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)

Mysteries of the Online Catalog

There are many useful features of the Online Catalog that go beyond looking up book titles! We will present tips for placing holds, creating reading/viewing lists, sorting results, and advanced searching. Registration required - class size limited.Contact: Deb...More

There are many useful features of the Online Catalog that go beyond looking up book titles! We will present tips for placing holds, creating reading/viewing lists, sorting results, and advanced searching. Registration required - class size limited.Contact: Deb Weltsch : (845)485-3445 x3354 : dweltsch@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Meet the Author: Santesha V. Patterson

Santesha V. Patterson is the author of Pressured, a book written as a movie treatment.  This suspense thriller is about 5 female thieves that work for a man that sends them out on jobs to rob from wealthy people. Over time the girls eventually have a falling out and...More

Santesha V. Patterson is the author of Pressured, a book written as a movie treatment.  This suspense thriller is about 5 female thieves that work for a man that sends them out on jobs to rob from wealthy people. Over time the girls eventually have a falling out and one them is murdered. Action, love, and betrayal will take its course while trying to figure out who did it and why.  Books for sale and signing: $20.00, or a book and shirt for $30.00.Contact: Debora Shon : 845-485-3445 x3313 : adultevents@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Pick Up Stitches

Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects to the library and share your tricks and tips with others. No registration necessary.  Please wear masks until Governor's mandate is lifted.Contact: Reference Desk : (845) 485-3445 x3702 : adultevents@poklib.org [Adult]

Boardman Road - Joba Children's Program Room

Computer Lab

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing...More

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing Microsoft Office documents.Come to the Reference Desk on the Main Floor with your technology questions. Reference staff will assist you, depending on availability.No registration required. Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance Memorial Library

Preschool Story Time

Stories, songs, action rhymes, and small craft for 3-5 year olds. Parents and siblings welcome.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Toot & Scoot

Movement and music program featuring songs, instruments, rhymes, and interactive play for children ages 1-5.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Online Computer Lab

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions...More

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions about websites, devices, or any other technology questions. If you need to show your device, a camera (webcam) will be required. You can use audio to speak and listen. Most laptop computers have a webcam and microphone/speakers built in. Desktops may not have camera or microphone. You may also use the chat feature in the meeting to ask questions.You must provide a valid email address that you can access the morning of your lab. Details about your meeting will be sent to you in an email. If you don't see an email by 10:30am, check your spam/junk folder in case it went there.Registration is required and is only available until 10:30 the morning of the lab. If you register after 10:30 that morning we may be able to accommodate you - we'll notify you by email if we have availability.If you register for more than one time slot on the same day, extra registrations may be deleted.Note: If you just have a question or two, you are welcome to send an email to dminnerly@poklib.org - an online meeting may not be required.Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Youth Summer Food Service Program

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry...More

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry during the summer.The Summer Food Services Program is federally funded and provides a no cost breakfast and lunch to children who are residents of the City of Poughkeepsie and who are 18 years old or younger.  The program was created to make nutritious meals available to students who during the summer do not have access to school meals. There are no forms, residency or citizenship rules. A typical meal may include a sandwich, fresh fruit, salad, juice, and milk. The Poughkeepsie City School District is a federally approved provider for this program.This year the Poughkeepsie Public Library District is partnering with the school to provide an additional location where free meals will be served. Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : 845-485-3445 : jtorres@poklib.org [Family]

Adriance - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)

Board Games

Bring a friend and play board games like SCRABBLE®, Mah Jongg, even cards!Contact: Patricia Myers : tpdance1@aol.com [Adult]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Computer Lab

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing...More

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing Microsoft Office documents.Come to the Reference Desk on the Main Floor with your technology questions. Reference staff will assist you, depending on availability.No registration required. Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance Memorial Library

Virtual Lego Club

Every Tuesday send Miss Laura a picture of your LEGO creations and we will display them on our bulletin board.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org []

Toddler Time

A story time for two-year-olds with books, rhymes, flannel board stories and music.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845)485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Baby Rhyme & Play Time

Features songs, rhymes, finger plays, and stories. For birth to 18 months. [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Toot & Scoot

Movement and music program featuring songs, instruments, rhymes, and interactive play for children ages 1-5.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845)485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Online Computer Lab

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions...More

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions about websites, devices, or any other technology questions. If you need to show your device, a camera (webcam) will be required. You can use audio to speak and listen. Most laptop computers have a webcam and microphone/speakers built in. Desktops may not have camera or microphone. You may also use the chat feature in the meeting to ask questions.You must provide a valid email address that you can access the morning of your lab. Details about your meeting will be sent to you in an email. If you don't see an email by 10:30am, check your spam/junk folder in case it went there.Registration is required and is only available until 10:30 the morning of the lab. If you register after 10:30 that morning we may be able to accommodate you - we'll notify you by email if we have availability.If you register for more than one time slot on the same day, extra registrations may be deleted.Note: If you just have a question or two, you are welcome to send an email to dminnerly@poklib.org - an online meeting may not be required.Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Youth Summer Food Service Program

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry...More

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry during the summer.The Summer Food Services Program is federally funded and provides a no cost breakfast and lunch to children who are residents of the City of Poughkeepsie and who are 18 years old or younger.  The program was created to make nutritious meals available to students who during the summer do not have access to school meals. There are no forms, residency or citizenship rules. A typical meal may include a sandwich, fresh fruit, salad, juice, and milk. The Poughkeepsie City School District is a federally approved provider for this program.This year the Poughkeepsie Public Library District is partnering with the school to provide an additional location where free meals will be served. Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : 845-485-3445 : jtorres@poklib.org [Family]

Adriance - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)

Trivia for Teens

Show us what you know about sports, geography, movies, science, video games  and more!  Come to the library and compete with other teens in this fun friendly competition.We hope to be able to hang out ‘in person’ with appropriate masking and physical distancing…but...More

Show us what you know about sports, geography, movies, science, video games  and more!  Come to the library and compete with other teens in this fun friendly competition.We hope to be able to hang out ‘in person’ with appropriate masking and physical distancing…but just in case we can’t meet together physically, we’ll be running these same programs online!For Teens, registration required.Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : (845)485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Teen (Grades 6 - 12)]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Virtual Coding Club

Do you want to learn to CODE to creatively work with photos and videos? Join this free virtual Coding Club featuring basic tutorials by Vidcode that are perfect for teens. Meet virtually with the coding expert Tuesdays at 3 pm. All levels of coders welcome. Sign up...More

Do you want to learn to CODE to creatively work with photos and videos? Join this free virtual Coding Club featuring basic tutorials by Vidcode that are perfect for teens. Meet virtually with the coding expert Tuesdays at 3 pm. All levels of coders welcome. Sign up at https://www.vidcode.com/classesAll teens are invited to post their Coding Projects on our New Teen Cafe Blog. Email content to teencafe@poklib.org to have it added to our blog.Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : (845)485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Teen (Grades 6 - 12)]

Online Event

Engineering for Kids: Paper Crafts

Join us as we build different kinds of crafts out of paper. Grades K-2.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Children (Grades K - 5)]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Computer Lab

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing...More

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing Microsoft Office documents.Come to the Reference Desk on the Main Floor with your technology questions. Reference staff will assist you, depending on availability.No registration required. Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance Memorial Library

Walk & Wiggle

This language enrichment program serves as a transitonal storytime for walkers as they prepare for toddler storytimes. The program features songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories. For ages 18-24 months.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445...More

This language enrichment program serves as a transitonal storytime for walkers as they prepare for toddler storytimes. The program features songs, rhymes, finger plays and stories. For ages 18-24 months.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Online Computer Lab

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions...More

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions about websites, devices, or any other technology questions. If you need to show your device, a camera (webcam) will be required. You can use audio to speak and listen. Most laptop computers have a webcam and microphone/speakers built in. Desktops may not have camera or microphone. You may also use the chat feature in the meeting to ask questions.You must provide a valid email address that you can access the morning of your lab. Details about your meeting will be sent to you in an email. If you don't see an email by 10:30am, check your spam/junk folder in case it went there.Registration is required and is only available until 10:30 the morning of the lab. If you register after 10:30 that morning we may be able to accommodate you - we'll notify you by email if we have availability.If you register for more than one time slot on the same day, extra registrations may be deleted.Note: If you just have a question or two, you are welcome to send an email to dminnerly@poklib.org - an online meeting may not be required.Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Youth Summer Food Service Program

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry...More

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry during the summer.The Summer Food Services Program is federally funded and provides a no cost breakfast and lunch to children who are residents of the City of Poughkeepsie and who are 18 years old or younger.  The program was created to make nutritious meals available to students who during the summer do not have access to school meals. There are no forms, residency or citizenship rules. A typical meal may include a sandwich, fresh fruit, salad, juice, and milk. The Poughkeepsie City School District is a federally approved provider for this program.This year the Poughkeepsie Public Library District is partnering with the school to provide an additional location where free meals will be served. Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : 845-485-3445 : jtorres@poklib.org [Family]

Adriance - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)

Fairy Tale STEM Challenge Series

Join us as we create contraptions designed to get our favorite fairy tale characters out of a jam! This session will run for 4 weeks (July 15, 29, Aug 5, 12) completing one contraption per week. Grades 2-5.Register with email & phone number in the event this proram...More

Join us as we create contraptions designed to get our favorite fairy tale characters out of a jam! This session will run for 4 weeks (July 15, 29, Aug 5, 12) completing one contraption per week. Grades 2-5.Register with email & phone number in the event this proram is run virtually. One parent per child allowed at this time.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Children (Grades K - 5)]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Friends Book Store Committee Meeting

Contact: Gail Britain : gailbrit@aol.com []

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Exploring Acorn TV and Quello

A guided virtual exploration of two great resources. Participants must have computer and internet access at home plus a valid Poughkeepsie library card.The class will be held in either the Zoom or GoToMeeting platform the instructor will send e-mail...More

A guided virtual exploration of two great resources. Participants must have computer and internet access at home plus a valid Poughkeepsie library card.The class will be held in either the Zoom or GoToMeeting platform the instructor will send e-mail instructions.Contact: Daniel Matranga : 845-485-3445 x3355 : dmatranga@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Computer Lab

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing...More

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing Microsoft Office documents.Come to the Reference Desk on the Main Floor with your technology questions. Reference staff will assist you, depending on availability.No registration required. Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance Memorial Library

Canciones Y Cuentos: Bilingual Storytime

Books, flannel board stories, and music enhanced with Spanish vocabulary for ages 2-5.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845)485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Toddler Time

A story time for two-year-olds featuring books, rhymes, flannel board stories, and music.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Toot & Scoot

Movement and music program featuring songs, instruments, rhymes, and interactive play for children ages 1-5.Registration required.Contact: Youth Services : (845) 485-3445 x3320 : youthevents@poklib.org [Early Childhood (to Preschool)]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Online Computer Lab

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions...More

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions about websites, devices, or any other technology questions. If you need to show your device, a camera (webcam) will be required. You can use audio to speak and listen. Most laptop computers have a webcam and microphone/speakers built in. Desktops may not have camera or microphone. You may also use the chat feature in the meeting to ask questions.You must provide a valid email address that you can access the morning of your lab. Details about your meeting will be sent to you in an email. If you don't see an email by 10:30am, check your spam/junk folder in case it went there.Registration is required and is only available until 10:30 the morning of the lab. If you register after 10:30 that morning we may be able to accommodate you - we'll notify you by email if we have availability.If you register for more than one time slot on the same day, extra registrations may be deleted.Note: If you just have a question or two, you are welcome to send an email to dminnerly@poklib.org - an online meeting may not be required.Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Youth Summer Food Service Program

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry...More

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry during the summer.The Summer Food Services Program is federally funded and provides a no cost breakfast and lunch to children who are residents of the City of Poughkeepsie and who are 18 years old or younger.  The program was created to make nutritious meals available to students who during the summer do not have access to school meals. There are no forms, residency or citizenship rules. A typical meal may include a sandwich, fresh fruit, salad, juice, and milk. The Poughkeepsie City School District is a federally approved provider for this program.This year the Poughkeepsie Public Library District is partnering with the school to provide an additional location where free meals will be served. Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : 845-485-3445 : jtorres@poklib.org [Family]

Adriance - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)

NEA Big Read Prep - Community Workshop

Designed for Book Discussion leaders, library staff, community partners, and teachers.  Registration required.Program may be held virtually - registrants will be contacted with a link to the online meeting if needed.Contact: Jewel Ratzlaff : jratzlaff@poklib.org [Adult]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Fiber Friends Stitch and Chit Chat

Come bring your projects: knitting, crochet, needle work and learn from one another.  Please wear a mask until the Governor's mandate is lifted.  No registration required.Contact: Debora Shon : 845-485-3445 x3313 : dshon@poklib.org []

Adriance - Reading Bay (Floor 3)

Computer Lab

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing...More

Receive individualized help addressing your computer-based needs. Specific tasks staff can help with include: creating email accounts, performing job searches, filling out job applications, formatting resumes, filing for unemployment, and creating and editing Microsoft Office documents.Come to the Reference Desk on the Main Floor with your technology questions. Reference staff will assist you, depending on availability.No registration required. Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance Memorial Library

Brain Games

An hour of assorted thinking games in a group setting.  No judgment just fun socialization and a chance to challenge yourself to improve your brainpower. Every week is something different. Participation may be limited to accommodate social distancing. Masks are...More

An hour of assorted thinking games in a group setting.  No judgment just fun socialization and a chance to challenge yourself to improve your brainpower. Every week is something different. Participation may be limited to accommodate social distancing. Masks are required. A simple health screening may be required to participate.Contact: Barrie Hartman : barrie34@aol.com [Non-Library Event]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Stitch Your Heart Out

Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects to the library and share your tricks and tips with others No registration necessary.  Please wear masks until the Governor's mandate is lifted.Contact: Boardman Road Branch : (845) 485-3445 x3400 : adultevents@poklib.org...More

Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects to the library and share your tricks and tips with others No registration necessary.  Please wear masks until the Governor's mandate is lifted.Contact: Boardman Road Branch : (845) 485-3445 x3400 : adultevents@poklib.org [Adult]

Boardman Road - Greene Rooms

Online Computer Lab

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions...More

This is an online lab. You will be meeting with an instructor in an online meeting room. You will need a valid email address that you can access the morning of the lab when you will receive the link to your meeting. You will be able to ask the instructor questions about websites, devices, or any other technology questions. If you need to show your device, a camera (webcam) will be required. You can use audio to speak and listen. Most laptop computers have a webcam and microphone/speakers built in. Desktops may not have camera or microphone. You may also use the chat feature in the meeting to ask questions.You must provide a valid email address that you can access the morning of your lab. Details about your meeting will be sent to you in an email. If you don't see an email by 10:30am, check your spam/junk folder in case it went there.Registration is required and is only available until 10:30 the morning of the lab. If you register after 10:30 that morning we may be able to accommodate you - we'll notify you by email if we have availability.If you register for more than one time slot on the same day, extra registrations may be deleted.Note: If you just have a question or two, you are welcome to send an email to dminnerly@poklib.org - an online meeting may not be required.Contact: Debbie Minnerly : (845) 485-3445 x3380 : dminnerly@poklib.org [Adult]

Online Event

Youth Summer Food Service Program

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry...More

School may be out, but the cafeteria at Poughkeepsie High School is filled with busy chefs slicing, dicing, and preparing fresh food in order to ensure City of Poughkeepsie children who depend on free and reduced-priced lunches during the school year do not go hungry during the summer.The Summer Food Services Program is federally funded and provides a no cost breakfast and lunch to children who are residents of the City of Poughkeepsie and who are 18 years old or younger.  The program was created to make nutritious meals available to students who during the summer do not have access to school meals. There are no forms, residency or citizenship rules. A typical meal may include a sandwich, fresh fruit, salad, juice, and milk. The Poughkeepsie City School District is a federally approved provider for this program.This year the Poughkeepsie Public Library District is partnering with the school to provide an additional location where free meals will be served. Contact: Youth & Teen Service Desk : 845-485-3445 : jtorres@poklib.org [Family]

Adriance - JLP Pre-Schooler Learning Center (Second Floor)

Write, Write, and Re-Write

Bring copies of your work(s) in progress and receive feedback from your peers. All genres.Contact: Debora S Shon : 845-485-3445 x3313 : dshon@poklib.org [Adult]

Adriance - Charwat Meeting Room (Ground Floor)

Pick Up Stitches

Bring your knitting and/or crocheting projects to the library and share your tricks and tips with others. No registration necessary.  Please wear masks until Governor's mandate is lifted.Contact: Reference Desk : (845) 485-3445 x3702 : adultevents@poklib.org [Adult]

Boardman Road - Joba Children's Program Room

Hiking Club- Red Wing Recreation Area

Interested in hiking but now sure where to go? Join us as we explore some great local hiking spots! Please bring your own water/snacks and wear proper footwear/attire. Registration required. Please meet at the side-of-the-road parking area located on Velie Road- a...More

Interested in hiking but now sure where to go? Join us as we explore some great local hiking spots! Please bring your own water/snacks and wear proper footwear/attire. Registration required. Please meet at the side-of-the-road parking area located on Velie Road- a left turn off of Route 55 in Lagrangeville, NY. The nearby address is 120 Velie Road, Lagrangeville NY 12540. Look for trail head. Hike will be approximately 2.5 miles with some elevation change. Contact: Krista Miller : 845-485-3445 x 3366 : kmiller@poklib.org [Adult]

Red Wing Recreation Area