Special Hours:
Wednesday and Thursday, December 24 and 25: Closed
Wednesday, December 31: Closed
Thursday, January 1: Closed
Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!


 
Winter Reading Bingo
Monday, January 12 through Saturday, February 28, open to close
For adults and teens aged 16 and up. Read and complete challenges to fill in winter-themed Bingo cards. Each completed card grants one entry into a grand prize raffle. Complete all four cards to earn a bonus fifth entry. Get your packet of cards at the adult reference desk.
 
 
 
The Magic Behind the Holidays
Tuesday, December 2, 6:30 PM
Explore the deeper mysteries of the holidays. Storyteller Greg Dwyer blends magic and mind reading to reveal the history, folklore and wonder of the season.
Registration required.
 
Friday Matinees - We Miss Robert Redford
Fridays, 1:00 PM
December 5 - Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid, PG, 1 hr 50 min
December 12 - All the President's Men, PG, 2 hr 18 min
December 19 - The Sting, PG, 2 hr 9 min
December 26 - All is Lost, PG, 1 hr 44 min
 
Movie Club
Monday, December 8, 2:00 PM
Watch and discuss a movie with Librarian Eileen. This month, we will be watching Meet Me in St. Louis (1945). Registration suggested.
 
Holiday Gift Wrapping - complimentary!
Monday, December 8 and Thursday, December 11, 4:00 to 8:00 PM
Let our teen volunteers wrap your gifts for you FREE! In the lobby at the Main Library.
 
Let's Get Crafty
Thursday, December 11, 11:00 PM
Make something fun and meet fellow crafters. Ages 13+. This month, we are making holiday wreaths. Registration required.
 
Gourmet Series: Holiday Bubbles & Bites
Thursday, December 18, 6:30 PM
Sample olive oils with fresh-baked breads, cheese and sparkling wines. A non-refundable fee of $5 is due at the time of registration. Registration required.
 
Blood Drive - New York Blood Center
Monday, December 29, 1:00 PM
Give blood, save a life! Register over the phone, in person at the adult reference desk or through the New York Blood Center; walk-ins are welcome.
 

 
For Grades 7-12
 
Volunteer Opportunity: Gift Wrapping
Learn to wrap: Monday, December 1, 5:00 PM in the Mid-Level Study Room
Volunteer: Monday, December 8 and Thursday, December 11, 4:00 to 8:00 PM
For students of the North Rockland Central School District. 
Teens must register for a day and time slot, no drop-ins.
 
Glass Painting
Tuesday, December 9, 6:00 PM
Create a unique piece of art of one of your favorite characters. All materials provided. Registration required.
 
2026 Reading Challenge
From January 1 to December 31, 2026
Make 2026 your reading year! Can you make your way through all of the challenges by December 31? Teens who can complete the entire challenge will win a prize! 
Registration required.
 
Teen Book Club
Coming soon!
Looking for new books to read? Want to chat about your latest book obsession? Join our Teen Book Club! For more information, contact Teen Librarian Jaclyn Gomez at 845-786-3800 x 44 or jgomez@rcls.org.
 

 
Elementary Explorers
Monday, December 1, 6:00 PM
For grades 1-6. Have fun with BINGO and other activities. Registration required.
 
Coding4Kids
Thursdays, December 4, 11 and 18, 6:00 PM
For grades 2-4. Learn the basics of coding using Scratch and create your own program. Attend all three sessions and build on what you learn. Registration required.
 
Junior Art Show Reception
Saturday, December 6, 2:00 PM
Come celebrate the artists! Join in the fun with crafts and watch The Red Balloon. Light refreshments will be served.
 
Pokemon Party
Tuesday, December 9, 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.
 
Character Spotlight Series: Captain Underpants!
Tuesday, December 16, 6:00 PM
For ages 6-12. Celebrate Captain Underpants with games, crafts, music and snacks. Vote for the next character each month! Registration required.
 
Let's Draw! Virtual Cartooning 
Tuesday, December 16, 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, December 2 and 16, 10:30 AM
For ages 0-6. Sensory fun with explorative and interactive play. Families welcome.
 
Giant Game Night
Fridays, December 5, 12, 19 and 26, 4:00 PM
For ages 6-12. Giant checkers, giant Connect 4, giant fun!
 
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Main Library
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
Village Branch
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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