Many people during turbulent times turn to their pets as a source of comfort and well-being. President Roosevelt and Fala both were a source of comfort not only to each other but also to the nation during World War II and President Roosevelt knew how to use this to his advantage. During the war, the First Dog used his charm to sell bonds for war time programs and was adored by the press.

The female pilots of WWII flew jets and sometimes new planes that their male counterparts avoided.  They ferried aircraft from the factory to airbases in order to free male pilots for combat. They endured discrimination and received less pay; they had no military standing, and received no Veterans benefits.  But they proved that women could fly planes as well as men, and in time, received their due recognition.

When renowned British botanist John Lindley wrote Ladies’ Botany in 1834, he did so to block women from, not welcome them into, the academic world of horticulture. Learn how women figured it out anyway and managed to contribute to science, influence public taste and advance their own craft.

Family fun with stories and games.

Families with young children.

Judy Sangara returns for four weeks of gentle chair yoga sutable for all levels and ages. 

Stories, songs & a craft.

18 - 35 months with a caregiver.

Learn how to do a mini weaving project and make a coaster for your mug!

Earn volunteer credit each month by joining our Teen Advisory Board! Plan programs for the library, make suggestions for books and events, and help make the Young Adult section your own! Registration Required.  

It's World Read Aloud Day - Come read to the dogs! Join us for a short celebration of our therapy dogs then read to your favorites!  Branson, Junior and Coalby will be here to hear your stories.  Sign up for a 15 minute reading slot today by visiting or calling the Children's Room (845-986-1047 ext. 5).