End of February Newsletter
for the Amenia Free Library
The Nutty Scientist: Nutty Detectives
Join us on Saturday, February 15th, at 12:00pm, as we welcome back The Nutty Scientist!
In this workshop, we’ll be learning how to solve a crime! With the kids as our detectives, they‘ll hone their critical thinking and analytical minds In order to solve this mysterious case!
For children 5 - 8 years old with an adult helper or 8 - 12 years old without.
*Registration is Required!*
Stop on by, give us a call at (845) 373-8273, or send an email to programs@amenialibrary.org
Amenia Garden Club's Winter Garden Talk
Join us for the Amenia Garden Club's Winter Garden Talk on Saturday, February 22nd, from 2:00 - 4:00pm!
Founded by Michelle Alfandari and Professor Doug Tallamy, Homegrown National Park was established to raise awareness and inspire everyone to address the biodiversity crisis. Removing invasive plants where we live, work, learn, pray, and play, and adding native plants, is a solution that can help. Michelle will discuss simple solutions that gardeners can take to help solve the biodiversity crisis. Lastly, a discussion of how to get on Homegrown National Park's Biodiversity Map, which is a community-based visual tool that tracks the total area occupied by native plants.
There will be time for questions, answers, and socializing after the presentation with Michelle, members of the Amenia Garden Club, and other guests.
Story Hour with Hope & Megan!
Join us on Mondays and Thursdays at 10:30am, for Story Hour!
We read a story, make a fun craft, and enjoy a snack.
For our 0-5 year old patrons and their caregiver.
AARP Safe Driving Course
Join us on Monday, March 3rd and Tuesday, March 4th, from 1:00 - 4:30pm, as we host the AARP Safe Driving Course!
Refresh your driving skills and knowledge of the rules of the road.
Learn techniques for handling left turns, right-of-way, and roundabouts.
Discover proven driving methods to help keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
What to bring to the course:
Your Driver's License
AARP Member Card
Payment (cash or check on the day)
$25 for AARP members
$35 for non-members
*Registration is required. Give us a call at (845) 373-8273, send an email to programs@amenialibrary.org, or stop on by.*
Citizen Preparedness Training
Join us on Wednesday, April 9th, at 5:30pm, as we learn how to be prepared for emergencies!
The Dutchess County Department of Emergency Response will be instructing us on the tools and resources needed to better prepare for any type of disaster or emergency.
Each family will receive a free Citizens Preparedness Starter Kit.
*Registration is required, to make sure we have enough kits.
Give us a call at (845) 373-8273, send an email to programs@amenialibrary.org, or stop on by.*
Have you tried out hoopla yet?!?
With just your library card, you can:
- read or listen to books and comics,
- listen to audiobooks and music, and
- watch movies and television shows.
You can borrow items instantly and are allowed 6 checkouts per month.
You can download hoopla from any app store.
If you need any assistance in downloading the app or setting up hoopla, just stop on by 🙂
Amenia Free Library
Email: director@amenialibrary.org
Website: amenialibrary.org
Phone: (845) 373-8273
Hours:
Monday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Tuesday: 12:00 - 6:00pm
Wednesday: 12:00 - 7:00pm
Thursday: 10:00am - 6:00pm
Friday: 12:00 - 6:00pm
Saturday: 10:00am - 2:00pm