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Rock painting

Fall Rock Painting

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Activity Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.A.M.
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades 1-4. Step into nature with Fall rock painting! Let’s use our painting skills to paint rocks with a Fall theme.  

Open
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, S.T.E.A.M.
Required
Event Details:

Grades 1-4.

Step into nature with Fall rock painting! Let’s use our painting skills to paint rocks with a Fall theme.  

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

We get messy

We will get a bit messy so please wear old clothes or bring a smock.

Storytime

PreK Fall Storytime - Wednesdays

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

Weekly storytimes for ages 3 – 5. Sept. 18-Dec. 4    (No program Oct. 30, Nov. 27). (Please choose Wednesdays OR Thursdays and register for only one weekly sto...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Weekly storytimes for ages 3 – 5.

Sept. 18-Dec. 4    (No program Oct. 30, Nov. 27).

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Other children

Please make alternate arrangements for other children.

Register separately for each week

Register separately for every single week.

Storytime

PreK Fall Storytime - Thursdays

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School
Event Details:

Weekly storytimes for ages 3 – 5. Sept. 19-Dec. 5    (No program Oct. 31, Nov. 28). (Please choose Wednesdays OR Thursdays and register for only one weekly storytim...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Weekly storytimes for ages 3 – 5.

Sept. 19-Dec. 5    (No program Oct. 31, Nov. 28).

(Please choose Wednesdays OR Thursdays and register for only one weekly storytime.)

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Other children

Please make alternate arrangements for other children.

Register separately for each week

Register separately for every single week.

Babies playing

Autumn Baby Tales

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children, Babies, Toddlers
Event Details:

Ages 2 months - 17 months with adult. Sept. 20 - Dec. 6    (No program Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 29). Weekly movement, rhymes & music.

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Required
Event Details:

Ages 2 months - 17 months with adult.

Sept. 20 - Dec. 6    (No program Oct. 18, Nov. 1, Nov. 29).

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Other children

Please make alternate arrangements for other children.

Register separately for each week

Register separately for every single week.

take away crafts

Take & Make Craft

All Day
Take & Make Table - Children's Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime! Send a picture of your completed craft to vclkids@rcls...

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Take & Make Table - Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime!

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Open playtime

Open Playtime

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Open Playtime:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little ...

Event Details:

Ages 5 and under.  

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Event Details:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little one(s).

Ages 5 and under.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Kids Yoga

Kids' Yoga with Tatyana for ages 2-5

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement
Age Group:
Children, Toddlers, Pre-School
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 2 & Dec. 9.    4:30pm: ages 2-5 years with adult. Join Tatyana for a yoga class that is specifically designed to help children stay ...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddlers, Pre-School
Program Type: Music & Movement
Required
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 2 & Dec. 9.   

4:30pm: ages 2-5 years with adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Register separately for each week

Register separately for every single week.

Kids Yoga

Kids' Yoga with Tatyana for ages 6-9

Monday, December 9, 2024 at 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Community Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 2 & Dec. 9.   5:15pm: ages 6-9 years.Join Tatyana for a yoga class that is specifically designed to help children stay active and simultan...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Music & Movement
Required
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 2 & Dec. 9.   

5:15pm: ages 6-9 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Register separately for each week

Register separately for every single week.

Gingerbread Placemat

Food-Free Festive Decorations

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

[Registration starts Dec. 1 for this program only. Please register for only one Gingerbread program.]Ages 2-10 with adult(s). Decorate a colorful, food-free gingerbread house ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

[Registration starts Dec. 1 for this program only. Please register for only one Gingerbread program.]

Ages 2-10 with adult(s). 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Gingerbread House

Make a Gingerbread House - Thursday

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

[Registration starts Dec. 1 for this program only. Please register for only one Gingerbread program.]Ages 3-10 with adult(s). Decorate a colorful, edible gingerbread work of a...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Required
Event Details:

[Registration starts Dec. 1 for this program only. Please register for only one Gingerbread program.]

Ages 3-10 with adult(s). 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We get messy

We will get a bit messy so please wear old clothes or bring a smock.

Toddler science

Toddler Science

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:15am
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M.
Age Group:
Children, Toddlers
Event Details:

Ages 2-3 years.Play and explore using your senses to discover the fascinating world of color around us. 

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Toddlers
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M.
Required
Event Details:

Ages 2-3 years.

Play and explore using your senses to discover the fascinating world of color around us. 

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We get messy

We will get a bit messy so please wear old clothes or bring a smock.

Gingerbread House

Make a Gingerbread House - Saturday

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

[Registration starts Dec. 1 for this program only. Please register for only one Gingerbread program.]Ages 3-10 with adult(s). Decorate a colorful, edible gingerbread work of a...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Fun & Games
Required
Event Details:

[Registration starts Dec. 1 for this program only. Please register for only one Gingerbread program.]

Ages 3-10 with adult(s). 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

We get messy

We will get a bit messy so please wear old clothes or bring a smock.

take away crafts

Take & Make Craft

All Day
Take & Make Table - Children's Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime! Send a picture of your completed craft to vclkids@rcls...

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Take & Make Table - Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime!

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Open playtime

Open Playtime

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Open Playtime:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little ...

Event Details:

Ages 5 and under.  

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Event Details:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little one(s).

Ages 5 and under.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Kids Yoga

Kids' Yoga with Tatyana for ages 2-5

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement
Age Group:
Children, Toddlers, Pre-School
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 9, & Dec. 16 (rescheduled).   4:30pm: ages 2-5 years with adult.Join Tatyana for a yoga class that is specifically designed to help children&nb...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Toddlers, Pre-School
Program Type: Music & Movement
Required
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 9, & Dec. 16 (rescheduled).   

4:30pm: ages 2-5 years with adult.

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Register separately for each week

Register separately for every single week.

Lego

LEGO™ Challenge

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Activity Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
S.T.E.A.M.
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Grades K-5.Come and build with LEGO™ bricks! Share your creation with the group and then LEGOs™ will be displayed temporarily in the library.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Activity Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: S.T.E.A.M.
Required
Event Details:

Grades K-5.

Come and build with LEGO™ bricks! Share your creation with the group and then LEGOs™ will be displayed temporarily in the library.

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Kids Yoga

Kids' Yoga with Tatyana for ages 6-9

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 5:15pm - 5:45pm
Community Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Music & Movement
Age Group:
Children, Elementary
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 9, & Dec. 16 (re-scheduled).   5:15pm: ages 6-9 years.Join Tatyana for a yoga class that is specifically designed to help children stay ac...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Elementary
Program Type: Music & Movement
Required
Event Details:

Mondays, Nov. 18, Dec. 9, & Dec. 16 (re-scheduled).   

5:15pm: ages 6-9 years.

Disclaimer(s)

Fall Registration Dates

Registration for Nyack School District patrons begins on September 6. Out of district patrons can register beginning on September 13.

Register separately for each week

Register separately for every single week.

take away crafts

Take & Make Craft

All Day
Take & Make Table - Children's Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime! Send a picture of your completed craft to vclkids@rcls...

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Take & Make Table - Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime!

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Open playtime

Open Playtime

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Open Playtime:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little ...

Event Details:

Ages 5 and under.  

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Event Details:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little one(s).

Ages 5 and under.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Christmas Eve

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Valley Cottage Library

The library is closing early for Christmas Eve. Have a happy holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Valley Cottage Library
Description:

The library is closing early for Christmas Eve. Have a happy holiday!

Christmas Day

All Day
Valley Cottage Library

The library is closed for Christmas Day. Have a happy holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Valley Cottage Library
Description:

The library is closed for Christmas Day. Have a happy holiday!

take away crafts

Take & Make Craft

All Day
Take & Make Table - Children's Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime! Send a picture of your completed craft to vclkids@rcls...

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Take & Make Table - Children's Room
Age Group: Children, Pre-School, Elementary, Family
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Every Monday the Children's Room will have a new craft ready for pickup for children to do at home on their own anytime!

Disclaimer(s)

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

Open playtime

Open Playtime

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Storytime Room at Valley Cottage Library
Program Type:
Playtime
Age Group:
Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Open Playtime:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little ...

Event Details:

Ages 5 and under.  

Library Branch: Valley Cottage Library
Room: Storytime Room
Age Group: Children, Babies, Toddlers, Pre-School
Program Type: Playtime
Event Details:

It’s playtime in the Storytime Room, no matter what the weather brings! A great chance to meet other local families while you enjoy books, games, toys and puzzles with your little one(s).

Ages 5 and under.  

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

No Registration

Registration is not required for this program.

New Year's Eve

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 9:00pm
Valley Cottage Library

The library is closing early for New Year's Eve. Have a happy holiday!

Closing
Branches:
Valley Cottage Library
Description:

The library is closing early for New Year's Eve. Have a happy holiday!