Adult Programs

Adults can sign up here for our most current Adult Programs. Opportunities abound with book clubs, movies, computer classes and much more! Program registration is required unless otherwise stated.

 

 

 

 

Early Childhood Programs

Sign up for our current Early Childhood Programs for children birth to age 5 accompanied by an adult caregiver. Early childhood programs may include storytimes, music and movement programs, Toddler Learning Center and Preschooler Learning Center programs. These programs are designed to promote early literacy practices and school readiness for young participants. Program registration is required unless otherwise stated.

 

 

Elementary & Family Programs

Sign up for our current Elementary & Family Programs which may include Family Storytimes, Special Events, book clubs, crafts, and activities for children in grades K-5 and their families. Program registration is required unless otherwise stated. Caregivers accompanying children under 8 years-old to programs are expected to remain in the library during the program.

Reading Buddies

This program is available during the school year (September - June) for children in grades 1-5 who would like to practice their reading, and for teens 13 and older who would like to volunteer to act as a reading mentor to a child. Interested children and teens may print a Student Reading Buddy application (.pdf) or Teen Reading Buddy application (.pdf) here, or pick up an application in the Children's Room at the Adriance Memorial Library. Call 485-3445 x3320 for more information.

 

Tween Programs

Sign up for our current Tween Programs for kids in grades 5-8! Program registration is required unless otherwise stated.

 

 

Teen Programs

Register for Teen Programs, ages 13 - 18, covering everything from cooking prep to college prep, gaming, anime and other interesting options in between. Program registration is required unless otherwise stated.

Tech Buddies

Teens who are comfortable with technology and enjoy working with children can volunteer in the Adriance Children’s Room to assist children on the computers. Time slots available on weekdays during the summer based on your availability. To apply, print a Tech Buddy application here or or pick one up in the Teen Room or Children's Room at the Adriance Memorial Library. Call 485-3445 x3320 for more information.

Reading Buddies & Homework Tutors

Reading Buddies is a program is for children in grades 1-5 who would like to practice their reading, and for teens 13 and older who would like to volunteer to act as a reading mentor to a child. Teens may also volunteer to act as a homework tutor for children after school. Print a Teen Reading Buddy Application (.pdf) or Teen Homework Tutor application here, or pick one up in the Teen Room or Children's Room at the Adriance Memorial Library. Call 485-3445 x3320 for more information. These volunteer opportunities are available during the school year (September - June).

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spring 2013 Rotunda

Take a look at our most current Rotunda, the Poughkeepsie Public Library District's newsletter, and the Spring 2013 Youth & Teen Program Supplement to find out more about our programs, events and services!

This Month at the Library

Find out what's happening at the Poughkeepsie Public Library District with our This Month at the Library flier. You may need to download Adobe Acrobat in order to view this .pdf file.