Adriance Story Times

The Library District supports early literacy through high-quality programs and resource For these programs, children must be accompanied by an adult caregiver. Story times are weekly series. For the Summer session, registration is required at poklib.org to limit the size of groups in support of social distancing.

Walk & Wiggle Mon, July 6-August 3, 10-10:30 amLanguage enrichment program for ages 18-24 months.

Toddler Time Tues, July 7-August 11, 10-10:20 am, no program July 14Story time for two-year-olds.

Toot & Scoot Tues, July 20-Aug 11, 10:30-10:50 amMovement & music for walkers to age 5.

Baby Rhyme & Play Time Wed, July 8-Aug 5, 10-10:30 amSongs, rhymes, and

stories for birth to 18 months.

Songs and Stories: Bilingual StorytimeThurs, July 9-August 13, 10-10:30 amStories and music enhanced with Spanish vocabulary for ages 2-5.

Canciones y CuentosJuev, 9 de Jul al 13 de Ag, 10-10:30 amCanciones e historias con vocabulario en español para niños de 2 a 5 años.

Boardman Story Times

Preschool Story TimeMon, July 6-Aug 10, 10-10:30 amStories, songs, and a craft for 3-5 year olds. Parents and siblings welcome.

Baby Rhyme & Play TimeTues, July 7-Aug 11, 10-10:30 amSongs, rhymes, finger plays, and stories for birth to 18 months.

Walk & WiggleWed, July 8-Aug 12, 10-10:30 am (no program July 15)Language enrichment program for ages 18-24 months.

Toddler TimeThurs, July 9-Aug 13, 10-10:30 amA story time for two-year-olds.

Toot & ScootMon, July 6-Aug 10, 10:40-11 amThurs, July 9-Aug 13, 10:40-11 amMovement and music program for walkers to age 5.

Early Childhood

Summer Special Events

Summer Reading Kick-Off Party!Monday, June 29, 10 am-12 pm, ADR Parking Lot*What is summer without library fun?! Join us as we celebrate the beginning of summer and kick off the Summer Reading Game! *Note that our plans may change depending on conditions on June 29.

Erik the Reptile GuyThursday, July 23, 11 am-12 pm, ADRAre you ready to meet cool animal species from your own backyard and around the world?

Then you're in the right place! Check out Erik's awesome reptiles. Registration required.

Illusionist Leon EtienneTuesday, August 18, 2 pm, BRDFrom stages in NYC, Las Vegas, America's Got Talent, and around the globe, America's Rock Illusionist Leon Etienne will

astonish you with his amazing magic show. Fun for the whole family. Registration required.

Paper Heart Puppet Theater presents 'I Love Tacos'Thursday, August 20, 1-2 pm, BRDJoy in a tortilla! Join White Nosed Coati and a cast of amazing

Mexican wildlife in three original stories celebrating tacos and the place they were created. Each story is packed with humor and colorful characters. Registration required.

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Explore at the Library

Boardman Rd Programs

Magic TricksMonday, July 13, 4-4:45 pmLearn how to do three magic tricks and amaze your friends! Grades 1-6.

Star Wars Character CraftsThursday, July 16, 4-4:45 pm

Make a Star Wars character. Grades K-5.

Flapping ButterflyMonday, July 27, 4-4:45 pmMake a flapping butterfly. Grades K-5.

Kawaii CactusThursday, August 6, 4-4:45 pmMake a cute paper cactus. Grades K-5.

Children

These programs require registration. Register at poklib.org/Events or (845) 485-3445 X 3320. Please check age appropriateness before you register. Register with email and phone number in case an event needs to be run virtually due to health concerns.

DIY Mason Jar AquariumMon, July 13, 4-4:45 pmMake your own aquarium to take home! Grades K-5.

Fairy Tale STEM Challenge SeriesWednesdays, July 15 & 29, August 5 & 12, 4-5 pmCreate contraptions to get favorite fairy tale characters out of a jam! This series runs for four weeks. One parent per child allowed. Grades 2-5.

A Troll Celebration! Thursday, July 16, 4-4:45 pmMake troll hair costume accessories of your favorite characters from the movie Trolls World Tour. Grades 1-5.

Paint a PotMonday, July 20, 4-4:45 pmPaint and decorate a flower pot, then plant seeds to grow! Gr K-5.

Paper Tulip in a Heart CardMonday, July 27, 4-4:45 pm Make a card with a surprise inside. Gr K-3.

Make Your Own Paper AirplanesTuesday, July 28, 4-4:45 pmLearn to make different paper airplanes. Grades 4-6.

Pipe Cleaner CrownsThursday, July 30, 4-4:45 pmMake a pipe cleaner crown! Gr 1-5.

Family Kamishibai Time: Traditional Japanese StorytellingTuesday, August 4, 4-4:45 pmKamishibai, or “Paper Theater”, is a traditional form of storytelling from Japan. Learn the history and enjoy a performance. Grades K-3.

Sock Puppets!Thursday, August 6, 4-4:45 pmGet crafty and make a puppet! Grades K-5.

Engineering for Kids: Paper CraftsTuesday, August 11, 4-4:45 pmBuild different kinds of crafts out of paper. Grades K-2.

Weekly Virtual Lego ClubTues, July 7- Aug 10Send Miss Laura a picture of your LEGO creations to display on our board.

Skyhunters in FlightSaturday, August 1, 10 amMaster falconer Brian Bradley will bring eight birds of prey to the library for an exciting presentation on raptors and the ancient sport of falconry. For adults and children at least 7 years old. Registration required.

Mad Hatter’s Tea PartyTues, July 21, 4:30-6 pm, Grades PreK-2Wed, July 22, 4:30-6 pm, Grades 3-5“Once upon a time” your favorite library held a tea party. Come dressed in your party best and enjoy tea, snacks, games, and crafts from Lewis Carroll’s classic: Alice In Wonderland.

Adriance Programs

Poughkeepsie Public Library District poklib.org (845) 485-3445 x3320

Boardman Road Branch Library 141 Boardman Road, PoughkeepsieMon-Thurs: 9 am-9 pm Fri & Sat: 9 am-5 pm Sun: Closed

Adriance Memorial Library (ADR)93 Market Street, PoughkeepsieMon-Thurs: 9 am-9 pm Fri & Sat: 9 am-5 pm Sun: 2-5 pm