Grab & Go Kits

If either date is a holiday and the library is closed, Grab and Go kits will be available starting the following day.


Events


Family Holiday Origami

Friday, December 6 at 11:15 AM

AGES 6 AND UP WITH AN ADULT

Make a Santa, a dreidle, and much more using just some special papers.

Come and try it!

Click HERE to register starting November 15 at 11:30 AM

 

 


P.J. Storytime

Tuesday, December 10 at 6:30 PM

Put on your coziest pajamas, bring your favorite stuffed toy, and get ready to have fun at the library!  Join us as we sing songs and read wonderful books to wind down for the day.

This event is BYFB (Bring your favorite book) if you would like to read it to the group BUT if not, don't FRET--we have plenty of books to choose from.

Click HERE to register starting November 26 at 6:30 PM

 

 


Holiday Treats

December 16 at 5 PM

Michelle Barry, RDN from Shoprite brings her favorite holiday treats

for all of us to make and taste. Bon appetit!

Register HERE starting December 2 at 5 PM.

 


Winter Rocks--Family

Monday, December 23 at 5 PM

A FAMILY PROGRAM

Learn about different winter holidays,

decorate your own winter rock and celebrate with friends.

Rock On!

Click HERE to register starting December 9 at 5 PM.

 


Little Artists

AGES 3-6 YEARS

(Older siblings are welcome at this event-- please register)

Friday, December 27 at 11 AM

Bring your little artist for an hour of creative fun.

Dress for a mess, just in case!

Click HERE to register starting December  at 13 at 11 AM

 


Bingo

Monday, December 30 at 1:30 PM

AGES 7 AND UP

Come, try your luck! Win MovieTickets or Gift Cards.

Click HERE to register starting December 16. 

 


NY's@Noon

Tuesday, December 31 at 11 AM

Join us in saying good-bye to 2024 with a special celebration--

help greet 2025 with noisemakers, treats and

Jackie the Magician's Magic Show!

Click HERE to register starting December 17 at 11 AM.


STEAM-y Stuff

(Music, Art, Crafts, Science and More!)


Crafty Kids

AGES 6 & UP

Join Ms. Joanne for a seasonal craft geared to school age kids.

Wednesday, December 18 at 4:30 PM-- Click HERE to register starting Wednesday, November 27, 2024

Wednesday, January 8 at 4:30 PM--Click HERE to register starting December 18 at 4:30 PM


It's "Dough" Day!

Ages 2-5 Years

Tuesday, January 14 at 11 AM

Is it sensory play? Process art? Or are the kids just having fun?

Whichever, it's sure to be a hit with the 2-5 year old crowd.

Register HERE starting Tuesday, December 24 at 11 AM.

 


LEGO Challenge Club

AGES 6 AND UP

Get together with others who love to build!

A new challenge will be issued each month.

Saturday, January 18 at 11 AM--Click HERE to register starting December 28 at 11 AM.

Saturday, February 22 at 11 AM-- Click HERE to register starting Saturday, February 1 at 11 AM.

 

 


Crafternoon Challenge

AGES 5 & UP

Wednesday, January 29 at 4:30 PM

Use the materials supplied to create something special that fulfills the challenges posted that day in the Community Room.

Have fun and take a home a small gift for the Lunar New Year.

Click HERE to register starting Wednesday, January 8 at 4:30 PM.

 


Storytimes and Other Repeating Programs


READ Therapy Dogs of Rockland County

READ helps children to improve their reading and comprehension skills.

Say "hi" to our furry friends, Greta and Emma, and read them a story!

Tuesday, December 17, click HERE to register starting December 3 at 4:30 PM

Tuesday, January 14 at 4:30 PM, click HERE to register starting December 31 at 4:30 PM

Tuesday, February 18 at 4:30 PM, click HERE to register starting February 4 at 4:30 PM

 

 


Hora de Cuentos

Ven a disfrutar cuentos y actividades aprendiendo Español en un lugar feliz y seguro.

Come, enjoy stories and interactive activities with Ms. Sandy. Learning Spanish will be fun!

Nos vemos pronto/See you soon

 

Winter Sessions:

Fridays, December 13 & 20 at 10:30 AM--

Click HERE to register starting November 29 at 10:30 AM

Fridays, January 10, 17 & 24 at 10:30 AM--

Click HERE to register starting December 27 at 10:30 AM

Friday, February 14 at 10:30 AM--

Click HERE to register starting January 31 at 10:30 AM


Turtle Dance Music--Hybrid

9 MONTHS AND UP

Musical excitement begins ar Your Library!

Experience a sensory-friendly, music, dance and comedy show with lots of silly fun.

 

Thursday, January 16 at 10:30-- Click HERE to register

Thursday, February 6 at 10:30 AM--Click HERE to register

 


Storytime Adventures

AGES 2 AND UP

Join Ms. Joanne in a Storytime Adventure.

Enjoy stories, songs, a craft and loads of fun! 

Wednesdays, December 4, 11 & 18 at 10:30 AM--

Click HERE to register starting November 13 at 10:30 AM

 

Wednesdays, January 8, 15 & 22 at 10:30 AM--

Click HERE to register starting December 25 at 10:30 AM

 

 


Stories and More

KINDERGARTEN AND UP

Saturdays, December 7, January 4 and February 1 at 11 AM

Storytime for the older crowd--

kids will enjoy a story then explore a craft or other story-related activity.

Click HERE to register starting November 16 at 11 AM.

 


Sing, Sign & Dance with Ms. Fran

 

BABIES TO 5 YEARS

Monday, December 9 at 1:30 PM

Lots of musical fun with the addition of simple signs that your young child and caregiver will both enjoy.

Click HERE to register starting Monday, November 25 at 1:30 PM.

 


Little Bookworms Yoga Storytime

AGES 18 MONTHS TO 5 YEARS

Thursdays, December 12,

January 9, January 23

and MONDAY, February 10 at 10:30 AM

Explore the world of stories with Bendy Bookworm Yoga.

Play, imagine, and learn with an extra bit of silliness and singing.

Click HERE to register starting November 28 at 10:30 AM.

 


Story Tots

BABIES TO 2 YEARS

Mondays, December 16 & 23,

January 13 & 27 and

February 24 at 10:30 AM

Join us in a safe place to socialize, have fun and learn with your young child.

Click HERE to register starting Monday, December 2 at 10:30 AM.

 


Hora de Cuentos

Bienvenidos a Hora de Cuentos! Join Ms Sandy for a fun and interactive time.

Hora de Cuentos will include fine/gross motor skills activities and early literacy asides.

Nos vemos pronto!

Fridays, December 13 & 20 at 10:30 AM-- Click HERE to register starting November 29 at 10:30 AM.

Fridays, January 10, 17 & 24 at 10:30 AM-- Click HERE to register starting December 27 at 10:30 AM

Fridays, February 14 & 28 at 10:30 AM-- Click HERE to register starting January 31 at 10:30 AM


Time for Stories

AGES 2 AND UP

Simple stories, songs and lots of fun!

 

Winter Session: 

Tuesdays, February 4, 11 & 25 at 10:30 AM--

Register HERE starting January 21 at 10:30 AM

(There will be no program on February 18)

 

 


Always Available


1000 Books Before Kindergarten

1000 Books Before Kindergarten
For preschool kids
It's so simple:
Sign  up at the Children's Room desk. 
Receive your child's log book.
Log the books you read with/to your child.
Kids receive a sticker for each 100 book milestone.
They also receive rewards at the 300, 600 and 1000 book levels.
(And yes, if you read that book 57 times, you can list it 57 times. Repetition is good.)

 


Reading Lists

 


Summer Adventures at Your Library

Click here to begin your

Virtual Adventures!

 


Comics Plus

Free for YOU with your LIBRARY CARD
Unlimited Access to thousands of digital comics, graphics, mangas and more!
Every title is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
No holds, no waiting lists.
Two separate collections--
The CHILDREN'S COLLECTION, geared just to kids
OR
the whole thing, including adult materials
Get started
HERE!
The small print--search for Ramapo Catskill Library System if you go in without the above link.
You'll need your library card. Enter the number on the back without any breaks or dashes.
Your PIN is usually the phone number you used when you registered for your library card.

 


Craft with Us

Ms. Myrna's Origami Episode 1
Ms. Myrna's Origami Episode 2
Ms. Myrna's Origami Episode 3
Ms. Myrna's Origami Episode 4
Ms. Joanne's Caterpillar
Ms. Joanne's Bumblebee
Ms. Joanne's Luminaria
Ms. Joanne's Mother's Day Hyacinth
Ms. Joanne's Twirling Ladybugs
Ms. Joanne's Whirligigs
Ms. Joanne's Memorial Day Wreath
Ms. Joanne's Flying Objects