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Bus Trip - The Culinary Institute - Tour & Lunch

Friday, April 10, 2026 at 8:30am - 3:30pm
Off Site

Program Type:

Off-site, Other, Social Gathering

Age Group:

Adult 18+
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult 18+
Program Type: Off-site, Other, Social Gathering
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Tour the beautiful campus of the Culinary Institute of America at Hyde Park, followed by a delicious meal in the Ristorante Caterina de’ Medici. 

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Pokémon Party

Tuesday, April 14, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Community Room 301 at Main Library

Program Type:

Pop Culture

Age Group:

Children, Teens
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Pop Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pokémon Party for ages 5-15. Please register.

Defensive Driving

Empire Safety Defensive Driving - in the library

Saturday, April 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 4:45pm
Community Room 301 at Main Library

Program Type:

Educational, Workshop

Age Group:

Adult 18+
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Adult 18+
Program Type: Educational, Workshop
Registration Required
Payment Required
Event Details:

Registration required. $35 fee is due at time of reservation. Checks or credit cards only, please.

Mad Science

Mad Science - Science of Magic Workshop for ages 8-12

Monday, April 20, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room 301 at Main Library

Program Type:

STEM Program

Age Group:

Children, Ages 8-12
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Children, Ages 8-12
Program Type: STEM Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Mad Science Workshop. Designed for kids ages 8-12. Magic? No... it's Science! Learn the secrets behind famous magic that you can recreate for yourself! Registration for everyone opens April 6.

Learn to Hip Hop

Learn to Hip Hop - Teen

Tuesday, April 21, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room 301 at Main Library

Program Type:

Dance Instruction

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Dance Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Francesca from Powerhouse Dance Center will show you how to pop and lock with style! This is a 3-part class and students should attend all three lessons. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and bring a water bottle.

Earth Day

Celebrate Earth Day with our Plant Exchange!

Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 1:00pm - 6:00pm
Lobby - Entry Level at Main Library

Program Type:

Gardening, Special Event

Age Group:

Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30, Seniors
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby - Entry Level
Age Group: Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30, Seniors
Program Type: Gardening, Special Event
Event Details:

Patrons are invited to drop off a plant or clipping and pick up a new one! 

Stop by the Circulation Desk to drop off your plant or clipping donation any time after April 20.

Friday Night Movie

Friday Night Movie for Teens

Friday, April 24, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Community Room 301 at Main Library

Program Type:

Movies, Teens

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Movies, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a movie after the library is closed. Hang out, snack and have fun! Vote for the next movie in the teen room. Registration suggested. Doors close promptly at 5:30pm so you must in the Community Room before then.

Learn to Hip Hop

Learn to Hip Hop - Teen

Tuesday, April 28, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Community Room 301 at Main Library

Program Type:

Dance Instruction

Age Group:

Teens
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Dance Instruction
Registration Required
Event Details:

Francesca from Powerhouse Dance Center will show you how to pop and lock with style! This is a 3-part class and students should attend all three lessons. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes and bring a water bottle.

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Star Wars Event - May the 4th Be With You!

Monday, May 4, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room 301 at Main Library

Program Type:

Arts & Crafts

Age Group:

Children
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

For ages 5-12. Channel the force on National Star Wars Day and join us for our Star Wars Party! Take part in outer-galactic games and crafts, and create your own Jedi Lightsaber. Costumes welcome, though not required. No registration required.

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Chair Yoga - in the library (Hybrid)

1:30pm–2:15pm
Adult 18+, Adult 21+, Seniors
Main Library
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Adult 18+, Adult 21+, Seniors
Program Type: Exercise, Health & Wellness, Hybrid, New Age/Metaphysical
Registration Required
Event Details:

Marla Caplan returns to Haverstraw Library to do in-person and virtual chair yoga classes. You may come into the library or participate from home! All levels welcome, please bring a mat and a water bottle.

Mother’s Day Origami

3:00pm–4:45pm
Teens
Main Library
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Teens, Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create an origami necklace for your mom, grandmother, or another woman in your life with artist Kamila Agi-Mejias. 90 minutes.

Wednesday Crafternoon

4:00pm–6:00pm
Children, Ages 5-8, Ages 8-12
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 5-8, Ages 8-12
Program Type: STEM Program
Event Details:

Stop in anytime between 4pm- 6pm to make a fun craft. Every week will be something new. We will use recycled materials as well as paper, paint, and glue so dress accordingly.

Move & Groove with Miss Jolie

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Movement
Event Details:

For ages 0-5. A musical dance party filled with lively songs, playful movement, and interactive fun! 

No registration.

Bridges of Rockland County

11:00am–2:00pm
Main Library
This is not a library sponsored event.
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Lobby - Entry Level
Purpose of Meeting

Informational Tabling Event 

Resume Building

3:00pm–4:30pm
Teens
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: College Prep, Drop-in, Instructional, Teens, Workshop, Writing Group
Event Details:

If you’re looking for a summer job or applying to college soon, drop into the teen room to build a resume with help from Librarian Eileen.

HES Playgroup

4:00pm–5:45pm
Children
Village Branch
Library Branch: Village Branch
Room: Village Branch Program Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

HES Playgroups

Zumbini with Miss Tina

6:00pm–6:45pm
Children
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Music & Movement
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 6 mos. to 4 years. Thursdays, May 7, 14, 21, 28. Zumbini is where the science of child development meets the magic of Zumba with Miss Tina! Registration opens April 30.

Walking and Running Club

10:00am–11:00am
Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30, Seniors
Off Site
Cancelled
Register Now
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30, Seniors
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Librarians Eileen or Tim at Peck's Pond to get some weekly exercise! Registration and participation waiver required.

GPS Location: Intersection of Railroad Avenue and Beach Road, West Haverstraw, New York, 10993

OPEN at 12:00 PM - facility updates

10:00am–12:00pm
All Branches
Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Village Branch, Virtual Events, Off Site

Friday Matinee: The Game

1:00pm–3:15pm
Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30, Seniors
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30, Seniors
Program Type: Movies
Event Details:

May: The Best of Michael Douglas

May 8 – The Game [1997]: R, 129m

Giant Game Night @ the Village Branch

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Village Branch
Library Branch: Village Branch
Room: Village Branch Program Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

For ages 6 -12. Giant checkers, giant Connect 4, giant fun! No registration. 

 

Video Game Hang Out

4:00pm–5:00pm
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Games
Event Details:

For ages 6 -12. Hang out and have fun playing video games on the Big Screen! No registration. 

Paint What You Hear!

3:00pm–3:45pm
Children, Ages 7-12
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Ages 7-12
Program Type: Art, Music Lessons
Registration Required
Event Details:

Music inspires many different kinds of emotions and feelings-and as "America's Classical Music", jazz incorporates fun and relaxation, joy and creativity, introspection and sophistication!

Easy Origami for Kids

2:00pm–3:00pm
Children
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 6-12. Create fun paper crafts with Damien. Registration begins April 26 for everyone.

Yoga for Kids ages 5-8

3:30pm–4:15pm
Ages 5-8
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Ages 5-8
Registration Required
Event Details:

For ages 5-8. Damien has a fun, playful, and engaging way to introduce children to the benefits of yoga, incorporating movement, breathing, and mindfulness in a way that is accessible and enjoyable for young learners.

Musician Spotlight: Sabrina Carpenter

4:00pm–5:30pm
Teens
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Concert/Music, Music & Movement, Pop Culture, Teens
Registration Required
Event Details:

Celebrate your favorite artist by listening to music, watching tour highlights and music videos, dancing and having themed snacks. Registration suggested.

Sensory Play

5:00pm–5:45pm
Children
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children
Event Details:

Sensory fun with explorative and interactive play for ages 2-5!  Families welcome, no registration.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

Please note - parent or guardian remains in the room during this program. Siblings will be allowed to stay in the room.

Budget Information Session

7:00pm–7:30pm
Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30
Village Branch
Library Branch: Village Branch
Room: Village Branch Program Room
Age Group: Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30

Tales & Tunes

10:30am–11:00am
Children, Toddlers (18-35 months)
Main Library
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Midlevel Children's Program Room
Age Group: Children, Toddlers (18-35 months)
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Event Details:

For walkers only under 36 mos. old and their adults.  Stories, fingerplays, songs & bubbles!  Registration opens April 21.  Parent/Caregiver participation required.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

Please note - parent or guardian remains in the room during this program. Siblings will be allowed to stay in the room.

Sensory Play @ the VILLAGE BRANCH

10:30am–11:15am
Children
Village Branch
Library Branch: Village Branch
Room: Village Branch Program Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: STEM Program
Event Details:

Sensory fun with explorative and interactive play for ages 2-5!  Families welcome, no registration.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

Please note - parent or guardian remains in the room during this program. Siblings will be allowed to stay in the room.

Pokémon Party

5:00pm–6:00pm
Children, Teens
Main Library
Register Now
Registration Required
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Community Room 301
Age Group: Children, Teens
Program Type: Pop Culture
Registration Required
Event Details:

Pokémon Party for ages 5-15. Please register.

Budget Information Session

7:00pm–7:30pm
Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Adult 18+, Adult 21+, New Adult 18-30

Board of Trustees Meeting

7:30pm–8:30pm
Everyone
Main Library
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Other
Event Details:

Board of Trustees Meeting