Calendar at Red Hook Public Library

Calendar

February 2012
Sun	Mon	Tues	Wed	Thur	Fri	Sat
			1 Rock, Rattle & Read- 10:30 am – 11:00 am Caregivers and infants are invited to this early literacy lap-sit story time. This will be a gentle introduction to books incorporating gentle movement, finger play and play. This program focuses on direct interaction between the child and their caregiver. is free and open to the public. Digital Native Tech Support- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Would you like to learn how to download e-books from the library to your e-reader? Looking to connect with your grandchildren through e-mail or Facebook? Curious about social networking? Whatever technical issue is perplexing you, schedule an appointment from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays or from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays with one of Red Hook Public Librarys Digital Natives to help sort things out. Volunteers at Red Hook Public Library who are comfortable with technology are available to assist patrons with a variety of technological issues. In order to provide the best service, we are asking that you schedule an appointment ahead of time. Each appointment is 45 minutes long. Please call the library at 845-758-3241 to schedule time. Spinning Yarns Knitters- 4:00 pm Knitters, crocheters, quilters -- anyone who enjoys doing handicrafts is invited to bring their project and stories to this boisterous group that meets at the library. This program is free and open to the public. Smathternoons!- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm What do you get when you combine science and math for a fun-filled afternoon? A fantastic program for 2nd through 5th graders incorporating science and math projects with stories. This program is free and open to the public. Friends of Red Hook Public Library- 6:30 pm Find out how an award-winning group of volunteers works, and get involved with the library! Friends of Red Hook Public Library meets once a month to plan events, raise funds and have fun. This group is free and open to the public. Friends of Red Hook Public Library- 6:30 pm Find out how an award-winning group of volunteers works, and get involved with the library! Friends of Red Hook Public Library meets once a month to plan events, raise funds and have fun. This group is free and open to the public.	2 Early Literacy Workshop- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Four and five year old children are invited to Red Hook Public Library at 10:30 a.m. each Thursday morning for a dynamic Early Literacy Workshop (Story Time!). Join us for stories, finger play, crafts & fun! This program is free and open to the public. Homework Help- 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Elementary and middle school students can bring their homework to the library to have help with any perplexing problems. Both youth services staff and peer tutors are available to help. La Dolce Lingua- 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Want to watch Fellini movies without subtitles? Impress a loved one? Find out what your Italian relatives are really saying about you? Planning a trip to Italy? Come to La Dolce Lingua with native Italian speaker Patrizia at Red Hook Public Library. This program is free and open to the public.	3 Teenirific: Origami- 5:30 pm Teen events @ 5:30 p.m. every Friday night at the library.Learn how to create cool stuff by folding paper. All teens are welcome to this free event. Tweentopia: Ductastic!- 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Everyone's favorite tool -- duct tape -- is transformed into objects of beauty as Tweens (4th through 8th graders) get to make wallets, hats and more. Bring a friend! This is part of the ongoing Friday Night Livebrary series of programs, all of which are free and open to the public.	4 Petite Picasso- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Toddlers can get in touch with their inner artist and learn the basics of painting during this hands-on painting class. Come dressed for a mess! This program is free and open to the public. Digital Native Tech Support- 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Would you like to learn how to download e-books from the library to your e-reader? Looking to connect with your grandchildren through e-mail or Facebook? Curious about social networking? Whatever technical issue is perplexing you, schedule an appointment from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays or from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays with one of Red Hook Public Librarys Digital Natives to help sort things out. Volunteers at Red Hook Public Library who are comfortable with technology are available to assist patrons with a variety of technological issues. In order to provide the best service, we are asking that you schedule an appointment ahead of time. Each appointment is 45 minutes long. Please call the library at 845-758-3241 to schedule time. Go Club- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Crafternoon- 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Kids of all ages are invited to the library to make cool stuff! Hang out, have fun and get creative!
5	6 Romp & Stomp- 10:30 am – 11:00 am Bring your two-year-old to this early literacy program incorporating music and movement. We'll read stories, but also dance, play musical instruments and have a great time! This event is free and open to the public. It is designed for toddlers and their caregivers.	7 Homeschool Jamboree- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Come to the library to meet other Home school families and to work together on different topics. This program is free and open to the public. Library Explorers- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Readers in second through sixth grade are invited to the library to explore the world of reading and learn more about the library. Come share your favorite books, discuss the book we choose to read and take part in fun activities. Chinese Language & Culture Class- 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese and enjoy Chinese culture during Red Hook Public Library's weekly Chinese Language & Culture classes. These informal classes are taught by a native speaker. Traditional Chinese cuisine will also be incorporated from time to time.	8 Rock, Rattle & Read- 10:30 am – 11:00 am Caregivers and infants are invited to this early literacy lap-sit story time. This will be a gentle introduction to books incorporating gentle movement, finger play and play. This program focuses on direct interaction between the child and their caregiver. is free and open to the public. Digital Native Tech Support- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Would you like to learn how to download e-books from the library to your e-reader? Looking to connect with your grandchildren through e-mail or Facebook? Curious about social networking? Whatever technical issue is perplexing you, schedule an appointment from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays or from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays with one of Red Hook Public Librarys Digital Natives to help sort things out. Volunteers at Red Hook Public Library who are comfortable with technology are available to assist patrons with a variety of technological issues. In order to provide the best service, we are asking that you schedule an appointment ahead of time. Each appointment is 45 minutes long. Please call the library at 845-758-3241 to schedule time. Spinning Yarns Knitters- 4:00 pm Knitters, crocheters, quilters -- anyone who enjoys doing handicrafts is invited to bring their project and stories to this boisterous group that meets at the library. This program is free and open to the public. Smathternoons!- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm What do you get when you combine science and math for a fun-filled afternoon? A fantastic program for 2nd through 5th graders incorporating science and math projects with stories. This program is free and open to the public.	9 Early Literacy Workshop- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Four and five year old children are invited to Red Hook Public Library at 10:30 a.m. each Thursday morning for a dynamic Early Literacy Workshop (Story Time!). Join us for stories, finger play, crafts & fun! This program is free and open to the public. Homework Help- 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Elementary and middle school students can bring their homework to the library to have help with any perplexing problems. Both youth services staff and peer tutors are available to help. La Dolce Lingua- 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Want to watch Fellini movies without subtitles? Impress a loved one? Find out what your Italian relatives are really saying about you? Planning a trip to Italy? Come to La Dolce Lingua with native Italian speaker Patrizia at Red Hook Public Library. This program is free and open to the public.	10 Teenirific: Dungeons & Dragons RPG- 5:30 pm Teen events @ 5:30 p.m. every Friday night at the library. We're kicking the series off with Dungeons & Dragons -- get ready for adventure! All teens are welcome to this free event. Lego Club- 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Get ready to build whatever your imagination can dream up during Friday Night Livebrary's Lego Club. No need to bring your Legos -- we'll have plenty at the library! This program is free and open to the public.	11 Tax Preparation- 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Call 211 to make an appointment to have your taxes prepared by a trained AARP Tax Aide at Red Hook Public Library. This is a collaboration between AARP Tax Aide and Red Hook Public Library. These services are free and open to the public. Petite Picasso- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Toddlers can get in touch with their inner artist and learn the basics of painting during this hands-on painting class. Come dressed for a mess! This program is free and open to the public. Digital Native Tech Support- 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Would you like to learn how to download e-books from the library to your e-reader? Looking to connect with your grandchildren through e-mail or Facebook? Curious about social networking? Whatever technical issue is perplexing you, schedule an appointment from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays or from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays with one of Red Hook Public Librarys Digital Natives to help sort things out. Volunteers at Red Hook Public Library who are comfortable with technology are available to assist patrons with a variety of technological issues. In order to provide the best service, we are asking that you schedule an appointment ahead of time. Each appointment is 45 minutes long. Please call the library at 845-758-3241 to schedule time. Go Club- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Crafternoon- 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Kids of all ages are invited to the library to make cool stuff! Hang out, have fun and get creative! Teen Robotics- 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm An introduction to robotics and Python coding language for teens. Due to the hands-on nature of this program, it is limited to 8 teenagers. All teens will have a chance to learn to code to manipulate robots. This program is made possible thanks to a grant from IBM and the participation of Bard College.
12	13 Romp & Stomp- 10:30 am – 11:00 am Bring your two-year-old to this early literacy program incorporating music and movement. We'll read stories, but also dance, play musical instruments and have a great time! This event is free and open to the public. It is designed for toddlers and their caregivers.	14 Homeschool Jamboree- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Come to the library to meet other Home school families and to work together on different topics. This program is free and open to the public. Afternoon Book Group: Zookeeper's Wife by Diane Ackerman- 2:30 pm Adults are invited to join in for a lively discussion of literature at the library -- this month we will be discussing The Zookeeper's Wife by Diane Ackerman. The Afternoon Book Group meets the second Tuesday of each month. This program is free and open to the public. Library Explorers- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Readers in second through sixth grade are invited to the library to explore the world of reading and learn more about the library. Come share your favorite books, discuss the book we choose to read and take part in fun activities. Chinese Language & Culture Class- 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese and enjoy Chinese culture during Red Hook Public Library's weekly Chinese Language & Culture classes. These informal classes are taught by a native speaker. Traditional Chinese cuisine will also be incorporated from time to time.	15 Rock, Rattle & Read- 10:30 am – 11:00 am Caregivers and infants are invited to this early literacy lap-sit story time. This will be a gentle introduction to books incorporating gentle movement, finger play and play. This program focuses on direct interaction between the child and their caregiver. is free and open to the public. Digital Native Tech Support- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Would you like to learn how to download e-books from the library to your e-reader? Looking to connect with your grandchildren through e-mail or Facebook? Curious about social networking? Whatever technical issue is perplexing you, schedule an appointment from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays or from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays with one of Red Hook Public Librarys Digital Natives to help sort things out. Volunteers at Red Hook Public Library who are comfortable with technology are available to assist patrons with a variety of technological issues. In order to provide the best service, we are asking that you schedule an appointment ahead of time. Each appointment is 45 minutes long. Please call the library at 845-758-3241 to schedule time. Spinning Yarns Knitters- 4:00 pm Knitters, crocheters, quilters -- anyone who enjoys doing handicrafts is invited to bring their project and stories to this boisterous group that meets at the library. This program is free and open to the public. Smathternoons!- 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm What do you get when you combine science and math for a fun-filled afternoon? A fantastic program for 2nd through 5th graders incorporating science and math projects with stories. This program is free and open to the public.	16 Early Literacy Workshop- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Four and five year old children are invited to Red Hook Public Library at 10:30 a.m. each Thursday morning for a dynamic Early Literacy Workshop (Story Time!). Join us for stories, finger play, crafts & fun! This program is free and open to the public. Homework Help- 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm Elementary and middle school students can bring their homework to the library to have help with any perplexing problems. Both youth services staff and peer tutors are available to help. La Dolce Lingua- 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Want to watch Fellini movies without subtitles? Impress a loved one? Find out what your Italian relatives are really saying about you? Planning a trip to Italy? Come to La Dolce Lingua with native Italian speaker Patrizia at Red Hook Public Library. This program is free and open to the public. Board of Trustees Meet- 7:00 pm Red Hook Public Library Trustees meet to discuss the business of the library. This meeting is open to the public.	17 Teenirific: Ductastic- 5:30 pm Teen events @ 5:30 p.m. every Friday night at the library. This week, we'll explore the sticky wonders of Duct Tape, and the many wonderful things it can make. All teens are welcome to this free event. Tweentopia: Percy Jackson & the Olympians Night!- 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm Be prepared to take on all manner of man and beasts during our tribute to Percy Jackson. Bring a friend! This program is part of the ongoing Friday Night Livebrary series. All programs are free and open to the public.	18 Petite Picasso- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Toddlers can get in touch with their inner artist and learn the basics of painting during this hands-on painting class. Come dressed for a mess! This program is free and open to the public. Go Club- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Digital Native Tech Support- 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Would you like to learn how to download e-books from the library to your e-reader? Looking to connect with your grandchildren through e-mail or Facebook? Curious about social networking? Whatever technical issue is perplexing you, schedule an appointment from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays or from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays with one of Red Hook Public Librarys Digital Natives to help sort things out. Volunteers at Red Hook Public Library who are comfortable with technology are available to assist patrons with a variety of technological issues. In order to provide the best service, we are asking that you schedule an appointment ahead of time. Each appointment is 45 minutes long. Please call the library at 845-758-3241 to schedule time. Crafternoon- 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm Kids of all ages are invited to the library to make cool stuff! Hang out, have fun and get creative! Teen Robotics- 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm An introduction to robotics and Python coding language for teens. Due to the hands-on nature of this program, it is limited to 8 teenagers. All teens will have a chance to learn to code to manipulate robots. This program is made possible thanks to a grant from IBM and the participation of Bard College.
19	20 Library Closed- 10:00 am – 7:00 pm Red Hook Public Library will be closed for President's Day Monday, February 20.	21 Homeschool Jamboree- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Come to the library to meet other Home school families and to work on different topics. This week we'll learn to knit -- bring size 9 knitting needles with you! The program is free and open to the public. Chinese Language & Culture Class- 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese and enjoy Chinese culture during Red Hook Public Library's weekly Chinese Language & Culture classes. These informal classes are taught by a native speaker. Traditional Chinese cuisine will also be incorporated from time to time.	22 Digital Native Tech Support- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Would you like to learn how to download e-books from the library to your e-reader? Looking to connect with your grandchildren through e-mail or Facebook? Curious about social networking? Whatever technical issue is perplexing you, schedule an appointment from 11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesdays or from 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Saturdays with one of Red Hook Public Librarys Digital Natives to help sort things out. Volunteers at Red Hook Public Library who are comfortable with technology are available to assist patrons with a variety of technological issues. In order to provide the best service, we are asking that you schedule an appointment ahead of time. Each appointment is 45 minutes long. Please call the library at 845-758-3241 to schedule time. Spinning Yarns Knitters- 4:00 pm Knitters, crocheters, quilters -- anyone who enjoys doing handicrafts is invited to bring their project and stories to this boisterous group that meets at the library. This program is free and open to the public.	23 La Dolce Lingua- 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm Want to watch Fellini movies without subtitles? Impress a loved one? Find out what your Italian relatives are really saying about you? Planning a trip to Italy? Come to La Dolce Lingua with native Italian speaker Patrizia at Red Hook Public Library. This program is free and open to the public.	24 Winter Carnival!- 6:30 pm – 8:15 pm Come to the Red Hook Fire House for Red Hook Public Library's Winter Carnival! Games, crafts and lots of fun for the whole family! This event is free and open to the public.	25 Tax Preparation- 10:30 am – 2:30 pm Call 211 to make an appointment to have your taxes prepared by a trained AARP Tax Aide at Red Hook Public Library. This is a collaboration between AARP Tax Aide and Red Hook Public Library. These services are free and open to the public. Go Club- 11:00 am – 1:00 pm Teen Robotics- 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm An introduction to robotics and Python coding language for teens. Due to the hands-on nature of this program, it is limited to 8 teenagers. All teens will have a chance to learn to code to manipulate robots. This program is made possible thanks to a grant from IBM and the participation of Bard College.
26	27	28 Homeschool Jamboree- 10:30 am – 11:30 am Come to the library to meet other Home school families and to work on different topics. This week we'll learn to knit -- bring size 9 knitting needles with you! The program is free and open to the public. Chinese Language & Culture Class- 6:00 pm – 6:45 pm Learn the basics of Mandarin Chinese and enjoy Chinese culture during Red Hook Public Library's weekly Chinese Language & Culture classes. These informal classes are taught by a native speaker. Traditional Chinese cuisine will also be incorporated from time to time.	29 Spinning Yarns Knitters- 4:00 pm Knitters, crocheters, quilters -- anyone who enjoys doing handicrafts is invited to bring their project and stories to this boisterous group that meets at the library. This program is free and open to the public.

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