January

Library News and Programs

LIBRARY NEWS

Patterson Library Friends to

Sell Collectible Ornaments

On December 13th the Patterson Library Friends will be selling Christopher Radko holiday ornaments at deep discounts! The beautiful European glass ornaments will be sold in the caf� beginning at 1:30 PM. Proceeds from the sale will benefit the PL Friends which help support special library projects and programs.

Weather Closings & Announcements

'Tis the season for snow, ice, slippery roadways and other weather related issues, so don't forget to check our calendar for closings, delays and important announcements. Just visit us at www.pattersonlibrary.org & click on the calendar tab.

Open Computer Help

Every Other Tuesday 12:00-1:30 PM

Every Other Thursday 6:00-7:30 PM

January Dates: 1/6, 1/15, 1/20, 1/29

Do you have computer questions? Margaret Carey will be available to help you once a week! No appointment necessary.

~Dates and times are subject to change. Please visit our calendar for a full listing of dates.

ADULT PROGRAMS

Tasty Tips for Eating Healthy*

Saturday January 10 1:00 PM

Make 2015 the year you get healthy with great information and tips from registered Dietitian and certified Nutritionist Amanda Montalvo. Learn how to eat a healthy balanced diet and improve your health with facts, recipes and a cooking demonstration to give you the tools you need to get you started. We will demystify myths about fats and carbs, teach you how to eat healthy at home, work or when you're out, and answer any nutrition questions you may have. Registration required.

Traveling Route 6

Saturday January 31 1:00 PM

Travel Route 6 from Cape Cod to California with author Joe Hurley. Hear fascinating stories and see riveting pictures of the people he met and places he saw on his journey along America's longest highway. Don't miss this exclusive behind the scenes look at his book Ten Million Steps on Route 6.

KIDS' PROGRAMS

Winter Story Times

Registration for Winter Story Times is currently open! Check out our calendar for dates and times!

Art Classes

Thursdays January 8 - 22 4:30 PM (Snow date January 29)

For grades K - 2. Join art teacher Julie Spagnolo from Mizzentop Day School for a creative and fun 3-part art series.

Read and Sing With Elsa

Friday January 9 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Elsa from Frozen will read a story, do a sing along and braid your hair just like hers while Frozen plays on our big screen.

Minecraft Series

Mondays January 5, 12 & 26 4:30 PM

For ages 8 and up. Kids will explore Minecraft, the creative building game, with an experienced Minecraft Administrator/Instructor. PLEASE ADD IN THE "NOTES" SECTION OF REGISTRATION IF YOUR CHILD HAS THEIR OWN MINECRAFT ACCOUNT.

Don't Forget These Great

December Programs!

Holiday Concert

Saturday December 13 2:00 PM

Enjoy an afternoon of music and cheer with the Danbury Mad Hatter Chorus! This men's chorus group will wow you with their a cappella renditions of your favorite holiday songs. Registration Required.

Make a Gingerbread House

Wednesday or Thursday December 17 or 18 4:30 PM

For all ages. Come make a gingerbread house, drink hot cocoa, and hear some great music. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult. If you like you can bring a bag of your favorite candy to share. Registration Required.

To register for programs or for more information visit us online at www.pattersonlibrary.org or call 845-878-6121 x 10.

Photos and videos taken at library events will be used for library publicity.

*This program is funded by the UWWP "Step Up 2 Health" initiative.