(2017)  Starring Sally Hawkins and Ethan Hawkes.  Maud, a bright-eyed, intelligent woman, hunched and with hands disabled by arthritis, yearns to be independent from her overly protective family. She answers an advertisement for a housekeeper by a 40-year-old bachelor, Everett, who owes nothing to anyone. She is a terrible housekeeper and spends most of her time painting. But over time, she wins his heart. When they realize people will actually buy her cards and paintings, he supports and encourages her.

The Hudson River School was a mid-19th century American art movement embodied by a group of landscape painters whose aesthetic vision was influenced by romanticism. The paintings for which the movement is named depict the Hudson River Valley and the surrounding area, including the Catskill, Adirondack, and White Mountains. Hudson River School paintings reflect three themes of America in the 19th century: discovery, exploration, and settlement. This discussion explores its founder, Thomas Cole, as well as Church and Durand, and the importance of European masters Turner and Constable.

Puppet Making Workshop - Create different types of puppets using various materials. This week we will make a hand puppet and a string puppet.  Grades K-4.  Register beginning Dec. 16 online or at the Children's Desk.

Puppet Making Workshop- create different types of puppets using various materials. This week we will create finger and spoon puppets. Grades K-4. Register beginning Dec. 16 online or at the children's desk.

Talk-it-Up:  Hear "Your Grandparents are Zombies" and Choose Your Own Adventure.  Pick which ending you like best.  Make a zombie potion for fun!

What exactly is a learning disability?  Can my child be gifted and still have a learning disability?  Join Jessica Poggioli, Psy.D., for a conversation about assessment of learning disabilities and the educational issues that arise once they are diagnosed.  Gain new insights and learn what questions, issues, and comments you and other parents share.  For parents and caregivers of children of all ages.

Are you looking to have more compassion in your life?  To strengthen your communication with others?  Share deeper and more meaningful connections?  Join us for an introduction to Nonviolent Communication (NVC), a new generation of human connection and peacemaking skills that’s changing the way we think about conflict, compassion and our future. Come learn about this transformative practice.  Ideal for couples, families and anyone looking to improve their relationships within themselves and with others.

Talk-It-Up:  "Where Do Polar Bears Live?"  Read the book together and talk about our planet's weird weather changes, how they're affecting animals like polar bears, and brainstorm ways we can help!  Grades K-3.  Register beginning Dec. 16 online or in person at the Children's Desk.

Miniature golf is coming to the Library! Players of all ages will putt their way through the Library on an 18-hole miniature golf course with the course set up throughout the building.  Bring a putter if you have one!  Music and refreshments for all!

Adults and Teens: Main Floor

Children and Tweens:  Lower Level

Harvey will share his love of trout fishing, his intro to the sport, as well as his favorite streams and rivers in the Hudson Valley.  A demonstration of fly tying is sure to delight!