Special Hours:
Wednesday, December 31: Closed
Thursday, January 1: Closed
Happy New Year!

AARP Tax Aide. Tuesdays and Saturdays beginning in February. Call or stop by the adult reference desk for registration dates and more information.

Special Screening: Groundhog Day 
Monday, February 2, 2:00 PM
Enjoy a screening of Groundhog Day, starring Bill Murray, on its namesake holiday.
 
History of Western Art, Parts 1 & 2 
Wednesdays, February 4 and 25, 6:30 PM
View amazing works of art and learn about the cultural significance of some of the major movements from cave painting to Abstract Expressionism! Refreshments served. 90 minutes. This is a two part series; registration required for both sessions.
 
 
Friday Matinees - Around the World: 5 Continents
Fridays, 1:00 PM
January 2: AFRICA - Casablanca, PG, 1 hr 42 min
January 9: EUROPE - Ronin, R, 2 hr 2 min
January 16: SOUTH AMERICA - Penguin Lessons, PG, 1 hr 51 min
January 23: AUSTRALIA - The Dry, R, 1 hr 57 min
January 30: ASIA - Lost in Translation, R, 1 hr 42 min
 
Dick Clark's American Bandstand - Philadelphia 1957-1964
Tuesday, January 6, 2:00 PM
Journey down memory lane and learn about the TV show that became a cultural phenomenon. With Rick Reingold. Registration required.
 
Puzzle Race
Saturday, January 10, 12:00 PM
Compete in a puzzle race with your team of up to three people! The first three teams to finish win a prize. Registration required.
 
Sunday Concert Series
The Grandpa Band: Sunday, January 11, 2:00 PM
Rocking since 2016! Enjoy old-time rock and roll, blues, country and western and standards. Registration suggested.
 
Stache and the 5 O'Clock Shadow: Sunday, January 18, 2:00 PM
Listen to songs like Angel Flying Too Close to the Ground by Willie Nelson and Neon Moon by Brooks & Dunn, along with the music of pioneers -- Dion, The Drifters, Bob Seger and more. Registration suggested.
 
Winter Reading Bingo
Monday, January 12 through Saturday, February 28, open to close
Read and complete challenges to fill in winter-themed bingo cards! Each completed card quals one entry for the grand prize raffle. Complete all four and earn a bonus entry. Sign up at the adult reference desk.
 
Movie Club
Monday, January 12, 5:00 PM
Watch and discuss a movie with Librarian Eileen. This month, we will be watching Frosty the Snowman (1969) and Frosty Returns (1992). Registration suggested.
 

 
For Grades 7-12
 
2026 Teen Reading Challenge
Thursday, January 1 through Thursday, December 31
Sign up for our 2026 Teen Reading Challenge! Make your way through the list, earning badges are you complete challenges. Teens who complete all the challenges by December 31st will win a prize!
 
Teen Game Night
Thursday, January 8, 6:00 PM
Play games, eat snacks and have fun! Registration required.
 
Indoor S'mores
Tuesday, January 20, 4:00 PM
Let's forget the cold and pretend it's summer. Taste your way through s'more fixins and find out which are your favorites. Registration required.
 
Perler Bead Craft
Thursday, January 29, 4:00 PM
Join us and make pixel art with perler beads. Use a template or make your own unique design. Registration required.
 
Battle of the Books
Save the Date: August 26, 2026
Join our Battle of the Books team! For more information, contact Teen Librarian Eileen at 845-786-3800 x 44 or edennis.hav@rcls.org.
 

 
Pokemon Club
Tuesday, January 6 and 20, 5:00 PM
For ages 5-15. Join the Official Pokemon Club and enjoy exclusive Club activities! Learn how to play the official trading card game, and win exclusive Club prizes too! Registration suggested.
 
 
Paint What You Hear!
Saturday, January 10, 3:00 PM
For ages 7-12. Paint what you feel as you listen to music. Explore your creativity! Registration required.
 
Pokemon Party
Tuesday, January 13, 5:00 PM
For ages 5-15. Pokémon enthusiasts, bring your cards, games and devices! This is an unstructured time for kids to play, trade and do all things Pokémon. Free cards while supplies last. Registration suggested.
 
Bluey Party
Sunday, January 25, 2:00 PM
For ages 3-8. Enjoy an afternoon of crafts, games and snacks. Registration required.
 
Character Spotlight Series: Minecraft!
Tuesday, January 27, 6:00 PM
For ages 6-12. Celebrate Minecraft with games, crafts, music and snacks. Vote for the next character each month! Registration required.
 
Let's Draw! Virtual Cartooning 
Tuesday, January 27, 6:00 PM
For all ages. Create your own cartoon characters with award-winner Rick Stromoski. Register here to receive a link to the program.
 

 
Sensory Play
Tuesdays, January 13 and 27, 10:30 AM
For ages 0-6. Sensory fun with explorative and interactive play. Families welcome.
 
Giant Games
Fridays, January 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 4:00 PM
For ages 6-12. Giant checkers, giant Connect 4, giant fun!
 
Indoor S'mores
Tuesday, January 13, 4:00 PM
Let's forget the cold and pretend it's summer. Taste your way through s'more fixins and find out which are your favorites. Registration required.
 
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10 W. Ramapo Road
Garnerville, NY 10923
Monday-Thursday: 10 am - 9 pm
Friday - 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: 1-5
(845) 786-3800
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85 Main Street
Haverstraw, NY 10927
Monday: 12 - 8 pm
Tuesday - Thursday: 10 am - 6 pm
Friday: 10 am - 5:30 pm
Saturday: 10 am - 5 pm
Sunday: Closed
(845) 429-3445
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