September's Artist of the Month
During the month of September, we will be showing artwork by Rich Maloney.
Please join us for an artist reception and viewing on Friday, September 4th at 6pm.
Richard Maloney is a self-taught artist, who has shown his artwork at several local venues. "A majority of my work is designed to brighten a boring blank wall - living color!"
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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From ALA:
The campaign started in 1987 as a response to then Secretary of Education William Bennett, who stated, “Let’s have a campaign … Every child should obtain a library card and use it.” Read a detailed account in this 2015 blog post at the American Library Association Archives, A Library Card for Every Child: Library Card Sign-Up Month, by Cara Bertram.
A library card opens new opportunities and experiences for everyone!
Children who stop by during the month of September to either receive their very first library card* or check-out items with their existing card will receive a very special prize bag!
Inside, they'll find some goodies to help foster their love of reading and libraries.
Limit one bag per child.
*Children must be able to write their first and last name unassisted. Parents/guardians must accompany child with proof of address.
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For the Great Give Back this year, Dutchess County Libraries are doing a donated food & personal hygiene item challenge against Ulster County Libraries! Patrons may bring in unexpired non-perishables and personal care items starting September 1st. Whichever county has the most donated items by Great Give Back Day October 17th wins!
Please place all items for donation in the designated box inside the library.
After counting, items will be either placed into the Community Pantry within the Library or donated to the Pleasant Valley Food Pantry on Martin Road.
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Crafterday!: Inspired Paper Booklets
w/ Kristen Capogna
Saturday, September 12th @ 11am
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Join local papercraft artist Kristen Capogna to create a lovely inspired papercraft booklet, to give as a gift or for home. She'll guide in picking out different paper patterns to fold and glue into a mini book with pockets, and to apply ribbons, words, ephemera, and other embellishments. No experience is required, and all supplies will be provided.
Registration is required. This program is for adults, ages 18+.
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Autumn Storytimes!
registration opens Monday, September 14th @ 10am
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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 September 21st/22nd through October 26th/27th.
(No classes on October 12th or 13th.)
Register for Monday Toddler Time.
Register for Tuesday Toddler Time.
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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 six weeks starting September 22nd through October 27th.
Register for Pre-K Stories.
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National Voter Registration Day
Tuesday, September 15th
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Get #VoteReady!
We are a National Voter Registration Day Community Partner! We can help you find your polling location, give you info about early voting, check your current registration status, and register new voters!
Stop by the Library any time we're open on Tuesday, September 15th for assistance!
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D&D One-Shot for Teens
Tuesday, September 15th @ 6pm
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Calling teen heroes, ages 12 - 17! Dungeons and Dragons has been around for decades and is a truly immersive table-top adventure game. Come and join our Dungeon Master Arthur and fellow players for a short adventure and make new friends, build characters, and journey on an epic quest in a world of fantasy and fun. All interest and experience levels are welcome.
Registration is required. Space is limited to six players.
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NexTrex Plastics Recycling Challenge
Bench Unveiling and Dedication
Thursday, September 17th @ 5:30pm
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Please join us, during this year's Sustainable Hudson Valley's Climate Solutions Week, as we unveil and dedicate our new NexTrex garden bench, made from recycled plastic! We, along with the help of our friends at Pleasant Valley Climate Smart, our patrons and community, have earned this bench by collecting 1,000 pounds of soft plastic film and packaging in just 9 months of the NexTrex Community Recycling Challenge.
Members of our staff, Pleasant Valley Library Board, and PV Climate Smart will be present to thank you all for assisting us in reaching our goal and for keeping this plastic out of our local landfill. We're pleased to share the bench with our community as a lasting symbol of our mutual commitment to sustainability.
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LEGO Create & Display
Monday, September 21st - 12:30pm to 2pm
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Come to the library on Monday, September 21st at 12:30pm to make a "Back to School" themed LEGO creation! This program is open to children ages 6 to 12. After the Lego creations are complete, they will be put on display in the Children's Room!
Registration is required.
**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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Flamenco Music & Dance
w/ Kati Garcia-Renart, Nicole Bernhardt, and Terry Champlin
Friday, September 25th @ 6pm
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Join us as we welcome back dancers Kati Garcia-Renart and Nicole Bernhardt, and classical guitarist Terry Champlin for a special evening of Spanish Song, Dance & Guitar. These renowned local artists have been invited to perform in the Hudson Valley Flamenco Festival in October, and will preview their program of very old Spanish music, collected by poet Federico Garcia Lorca, as well as classics by Manuel De Falla and Isaac Albeniz. As a special treat, Kati will dance a flamenco accompanied by Terry playing J.S. Bach's 2nd Cello Suite.
Registration is required.
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Friends of the PV Library
YARD SALE!
Saturday, September 26th - 9am to 3pm
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Make the most out of your autumn cleaning - sell all those still-good-but-not-your-style items at our Friends Yard Sale! Whether it's workout equipment, knick-knacks, or your college-bound teens old toys, our community yard sale is the perfect way to clear out your house, make some cash, AND support the Library - all at the same time!
Wanna sell? Stop by the Library to register to sell your new and gently used goods- spaces are $25 each (cash or check made out to the Friends of the Pleasant Valley Library). Sign up early, as space is limited!
Wanna shop? Support your neighbors and the Library by stopping by to peruse all the great items for sale on Saturday, September 26th between 9am and 3pm!
Stop by the library to reserve your space, or give us a call at 845-635-8460 for more information.
(Rain date: Saturday, October 3rd)
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w/ DC Division of Solid Waste Management
Monday, September 28th @ 5:30pm | | |
Are you interested in composting at home? Unsure of how to start or having problems with your current compost system? Join the Dutchess County Division of Solid Waste for an informational session on how to get started! Learn about different methods, best practices, as well as problem-solving for your composting challenges.
This program is a partnership between Pleasant Valley Library and Dutchess County Department of Planning & Development, Division of Solid Waste.
Registration is required.
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Reading
Fur-iend Brianna!
Wednesdays, September 16th and 30th from 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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After-School ArtVenture
Wednesdays, September 16th & 30th - 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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HUGE Autumn Book Sale!
Spread the Word! The Friends of the Pleasant Valley Library are preparing for a HUGE BOOK SALE the weekend of October 23rd!
Friday, Oct. 23 - 12pm to 6pm
Saturday, Oct. 24 - 10am to 3pm
Sunday, Oct. 25 - 10am to 3pm
Sunday is Name Your Price Day!
$10 Early Entry/Dealers Hours! Friday ONLY from 9am to 12pm!
*Sale is CASH ONLY*
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Take & Make Adult Craft
available beginning September 1st, while supplies last.
This month we are making a Travel Tic-Tac-Fruit game! Each bag contains all the supplies you will need and step by step instructions. *Colors, patterns, and included materials 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, September 9th @ 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 September is the 2019 legal thriller "Dark Waters," starring Mark Ruffalo as Rob Bilotti, the real-life lawyer who connected the deaths of a West Virginia farmer's many dairy cattle to DuPont, and became the chemical manufacturing corporation's "worst nightmare" (according to a 2016 New York Times Magazine article). While trying to expose the truth, he soon finds himself risking his career, his future, his family, and his own life. (This film is rated PG-13.)
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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