March's Artist of the Month
During the month of March, we'll be showing Doors of Dauphine: New Orleans, Post-Katrina 2008 by local photographer Kathy Bailey.
This exhibit is a series of photographs of doors on Dauphine Street taken in 2008, three years after Hurricane Katrina. This street begins in the old French Quarter and continues through three different neighborhoods. Taken together, the photos show a slice of the city and the lingering effects of Katrina, economics and class.
Please join us for an artist reception on Friday, March 6th between 6pm and 7:30pm.
Kathy received a degree in Visual Studies from Dartmouth College. She has worked in architecture and housing, in both the private and nonprofit sector, including with Habitat for Humanity. In 2008, she spent three months volunteering in New Orleans with various non-profits and spent her spare time wandering the streets for photos. She has more recently worked in education, but has never lost her love of architecture, which is featured in a lot of her photography. She has a particular affinity for doors -- and sometimes windows.
We are always looking for new artists who want to display their work in the Library! Please email programs@pvlibrary.org for more information.
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Spring Storytimes!
registration opens Monday, March 2nd
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Join Miss Julie for Toddler Time!
Children ages 18 to 36 months (3yrs) and their caregivers are welcome to enjoy read-aloud stories, educational music, and a creative activity to work on together.
Choose from our Monday session or our Tuesday session, both held from 11am to 11:30am. Both will meet for five classes starting March 9th/10th through April 13th/14th. There will not be classes on March 30th or 31st.
Register for Monday Toddler Time here.
Register for Tuesday Toddler Time here.
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Join Miss Julie for Pre-K Storytime!
Independent children ages 3 to 5 years are welcome to enjoy a story, music, and a creative activity!
This session will be held on Tuesdays from 1pm to 1:45pm, and will meet for five classes March 10th through April 14th. There will not be class on March 31st.
Register for Pre-K Stories here.
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Sleeping Soundly
w/ Joy E. Dyson
Tuesday, March 3rd @ 6pm
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Join us to welcome back local certified health coach Joy E. Dyson, of Wellness With Joy, for a program to help us sleep more soundly. We'll explore the science of how our bodies sleep, and discover holistic ways to leverage that knowledge to improve rest and daytime energy. And we'll learn how Daylight Savings Time affects circadian rhythm and sleep patterns, and gain some tips for the upcoming time change.
Joy E. Dyson is a busy mom of four school age children living in Dutchess County. She is a certified nutritionist and health coach attending the Nutritional Therapy Association and Institute for Integrative Nutrition. She spent the last 11 years gradually incorporating food as medicine for herself and family. After family and friends saw her improvements and were reaching out for advice, she established her own business, Wellness With Joy, in 2024.
Registration is required.
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Crafterday!: Wild Bird Wreaths
w/ Jessica Williams
Saturday, March 7th @ 10:30am
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Join us to welcome back local artist/florist Jessica Williams for this workshop, as she'll teach how to create a wonderful treat for our feathered friends! Starting with a handmade wild vine base, she'll show how to adorn it with dried sunflowers, apples, seeded pine cones and evergreens. You'll have a beautiful wreath to hang outdoors and it will be so much fun to watch as the birds enjoy their feast! No experience is needed and all supplies will be provided.
Jessica Williams is an artist, florist, and tree hugger whose garden has been featured in national magazines and Garden Conservancy tours. She loves reconnecting people with nature and their creativity by playing with plants!
Due to the Library being closed today due to the inclement weather, registration for this program will open on Tuesday, February 24th at 10am.
Registration is required - space is limited. This program is for adults, ages 18+.
**PLEASE NOTE: Due to increased popularity, registration for Pleasant Valley residents will be prioritized for the first week for programs expected to fill up quickly. A library card may be required in order to sign up for these events.
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Franklin & Eleanor Roosevelt:
Two Halves of a Whole
a special virtual presentation
Monday, March 9th @ 6pm
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*PLEASE NOTE: This program is meant to be viewed from home; should you choose to watch the stream at the Library, there is a chance that the audio will not be very loud and technical difficulties may arise.
FDR Presidential Library’s Jeff Urbin discusses one of America's foremost "Power Couples" as their relationship transitions from a secret engagement, to a marriage in crisis, to a political partnership.
Sponsored by Dutchess County Library Association, this special virtual program will be screened at the Pleasant Valley Library on Monday, March 9th at 6pm. If you would like to watch the presentation here at the Library, please register here. Space is limited.
If you would rather watch this presentation from home, please click here to sign up to receive the Zoom link by email.
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Crafts & Clovers!
Friday, March 13th - 1pm to 3pm
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No school? No problem! Children ages 4 to 12 are welcome to come create some St. Patrick's Day themed crafts!
No registration required - just stop in!
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Spring Meditation Mini-Retreat
w/ Susan Olin-Dabrowski
Saturday, March 21st - 10am to 1:30pm
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Welcome Spring with the gift of stepping away from your regular routine. Experience quiet renewal in a safe and nurturing space. The retreat will include guided meditation, silent meditation, walking meditation and mindful eating (please bring a simple bag lunch). This program is best for those who have some experience meditating on their own or in a group setting.
Susan is a long-time meditation practitioner and teacher. She brings gentleness, love, and respect to the meditation space and those sharing the experience.
Registration is required. Space is limited.
Due to the Library being closed today due to the inclement weather, registration for this program will open on Tuesday, February 24th at 10am.
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Spring Break Crafts for Kids
Monday, March 30th & Tuesday, March 31st
for ages 3-6 years: 11am to 12pm
for ages 6-12 years: 1pm to 2pm
Miss Julie will have an assortment of spring and Easter crafts available for children to make. No registration required.
(Can't make it to the program? We will have take-and-make bags starting on Wednesday, while supplies last.)
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Family Game & Puzzle Day
Thursday, April 2nd - 1pm to 3pm
Kids ages 4 and up and their families are welcome to stop by the Library on Thursday, April 2nd between 1pm and 3pm to play a variety of board games and puzzles! We have something for everyone like Hi Ho Cherry-O for the littles and LEGO Heroica for tweens. Explore STEAM games like Mouse Trap or a fun, family competition in Hungry Hungry Hippos or Bluey Candy Land! We also have special floor puzzles that can be assembled and played with!
No need to sign up - just stop in and play!
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Family PJ Matinee
Friday, April 3rd - 3pm to 5pm
Enjoy a special family movie matinee this Spring Break! We'll be showing the 2011 family comedy "Hop" (rated PG)! Kids ages 4 and up and their families are invited to wear their comfy cozy PJs, bring a snuggly blanket and stuffy, and enjoy the fun family film on our 100in flat-screen TV. Bring a bean bag or other small comfy chair to lounge in, and unlike the movie theatre you can bring your own snacks! (We'll provide some too, just in case.)
Registration is required.
*This is a family program, and adults must stay with their children throughout the entirety of the film.
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LEGO Create & Display
Monday, April 6th - 1pm to 2:30pm
Children ages 6 to 12 years can come to make a spring-themed LEGO creation that will be put on display in the Children's Room once completed!
Registration is required.
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SAVE THE DATE!
Friends HUGE Spring
Book Sale
April 17th through 19th
Spread the Word! The Friends of the Pleasant Valley Library are preparing for a HUGE BOOK SALE the weekend of April 17th!
Friday, April 17th: 12pm to 6pm
Saturday, April 18th: 10am to 3pm
Sunday, April 19th: 10am to 3pm (Name Your Price Day!)
$10 Early Entry Dealers Hours! Friday ONLY from 9am to 12pm! Open not only to dealers, but anyone who wants early access to the sale. $10 cash entry fee. 9am to 12pm Friday.
Sale is CASH ONLY.
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Have books you want to donate?
Bring them in NOW!
Our awesome volunteers need time to sort and process everything before the Sale, so be sure to bring in your donations before April 11th.
For information about what, when, and where you can donate, visit our Book Donation page on our website.
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Reading
Fur-iend Brianna!
Mondays, March 9th & 23rd - 3:30pm to 5pm
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!
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Baby Meets Baby
Thursday, March 19th @ 11am
Friday, March 27th @ 12:30pm
Baby Meets Baby is for 7 to 17 month olds and their caregivers to interact - with themselves, with each other, and with the Library! This playtime will encourage hands-on exploration of the senses, spatial reasoning, hand-eye coordination, socialization, and more!
This program is for babies 7 to 17 months. Children MUST be able to sit on their own, unassisted and without support.
No registration required - just stop by.
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After-School ArtVenture
Wednesdays, March 11th & 25th - 4pm to 5pm
Stop by for our after-school crafting program! Miss Julie will have an array of craft projects for children ages 5 to 11 years to choose from.
No registration is required - just stop by any time between 4pm and 5pm!
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Take & Make Adult Craft
available beginning March 2nd, while supplies last.
This month we are making a Button & Bead Clover Canvas! Each bag contains all the supplies you will need and step by step instructions. *Colors and patterns may differ from picture.
**available on a first come, first served basis while supplies last, for adults 18+ only, limit one per household
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Senior Movie Morning Wednesday, March 11th @ 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!
Our movie for March is the 2015 historical drama, "Brooklyn," based on the novel of the same name by Colm Toibin.
Young Irish immigrant Eilis Lace (Saoirse Ronan) navigates her way through 1950s Brooklyn. Lured by the promise of America, Eilis departs Ireland and the comfort of her mother's home for the shores of New York City. The initial shackles of homesickness quickly diminish as a fresh romance sweeps Eilis into the intoxicating charm of love. But soon, her past disrupts her new vivacity, and Eilis must choose between two countries and the lives that exist within.
Registration required - please click here.
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*This program requires registration.
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Are you a passionate supporter of libraries and looking for a way to give back?
Being a Library Board Member is a great way to do just that!
If you are interested in potentially being a future Board Member for the Pleasant Valley Library, please email our Director Daniela at director@pvlibrary.org .
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