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hvparent.com n Hudson Valley Parent 33 Session and 30 minutes of practice. Ages 3–adult! 5pm. Mid-Hudson Civic Center. 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie. 454-5800. 4: Monday Kids' Gaming Lounge. Children ages 10 and up are invited to the library to relax in the Kids' Gaming Lounge. The lounge will provide laptops, video games, a TV and snacks. Atari, SEGA Genesis with retro classics such as Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog will be featured, as well as contemporary favorites such as Wii games, Minecraft, and Roblox. Advance registration is required for this free program. Call to register. 3:30-4:30pm. Red Hook Public Library. 7444 South Broadway, Red Hook. 758-3241. Lapsit Story Time. A half-hour program for babies from birth through 18 months. Lapsit includes books, music, simple action rhymes and developmentally appropriate toys, as well as tips on how to create a bright start for future learning. 9:30-10am. Newburgh Free Library Storyhour Room. 124 Grand St., Newburgh. 563-3601. Wee Read. A program for babies and caregivers which includes toys, board books, songs, finger- plays and tips to help your baby learn to love books. Registration required. 10-10:30am. Goshen Public Library & Historical Society Library Meeting Room. 203 Main St., Goshen. 294-6606. 5: Tuesday Maria by Callas: In Her Own Words. Told through performances, TV interviews, home movies, family photographs, private letters and unpublished memoirs, the film reveals the essence of an extraordinary woman who rose from humble beginnings in New York City to become a glamorous international superstar and one of the greatest artists of all time. 7:15pm. Rosendale Theatre Collective. 408 Main St., Rosendale. 658-8989. Shake, Rattle and Read. A dance and movement program for children 1-5 years old accompanied by an adult caregiver. 1-1:30pm. Newburgh Free Library Town Branch. 1401 Rte. 300, Newburgh. 563-3601. Tiny Tots Theater. Join us for a morning of imaginative play, costume and puppetry. We will explore the ocean, visit castles and blast o for outer space adventures. 10:30- 11:15am. Red Hook Public Library. 7444 South Broadway, Red Hook. 758-3241. Toddler Story Time. Fun interactive story time includes books, rhymes and songs for children ages 18-36 months with a parent/caregiver. Creative play with educational toys concludes the program. In-person registration is required. 10-11am. Newburgh Free Library Storyhour Room. 124 Grand St., Newburgh. 563-3601. Amazing Adventures with George Book Club. This is an introduction to the fast-paced rhyming picture book series from husband and wife duo Adam and Charlotte Guillain. Join us for a new ad- venture each week with George and his dog Trixie. It will be a great read-a-loud book club with music, Sta Picks 7th Annual Winter Hoot. February 1. Three-day benefit featuring local food, music, dancing, film, art and nature activities for all ages. There will also be documentary screenings, discussions and music. All instruments welcome or just come listen. There will be kid-friendly activities all weekend. Friday 5pm-Sunday 5pm. The Ashokan Center. 477 Beaverkill Rd., Olivebridge. 657-8333 Winter Festival. February 2. The library will be o ering up some fun-filled activities as part of the Town of Kent's Winter Festival. There will be multiple storytimes, winter movies and more. No registration required for any activities. 11am-3pm. Kent Public Library. 17 Sybil's Crossing, Kent Lakes. 225-8585 Salamander Migration. February 10. As winter fades, these fascinating, seldom seen creatures emerge from hibernation and return to their vernal pools. Do you know which species is the most common? Come find the answers as you learn all about salamanders. Then take a guided walk in search of these spring time residents. 10am. Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Wildlife Education Center. 25 Blvd., Cornwall-on-Hudson. 534-7781. Erth's Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure. February 12. The creators of Erth's Dinosaur Zoo Live want to take your family on an all new adventure – this time to the bottom of the ocean. Erth's Prehistoric Aquarium Adventure is an immersive experience that invites you to jump in and explore unknown ocean depths where prehistoric marine reptiles lived eons ago – and maybe live still today! Erth shows are at the forefront of family entertainment, using actors, technology, puppets, science and imagination to create an amazing visual experience that connects young audiences to the real science of paleontology. 10am, 12pm. UPAC. 601 Broadway, Kingston. 339-6088. Thank Goodness There's Tymor Day. February 15. Kids in kindergarten through eighth grade will enjoy time to socialize and make new friends, play games, make crafts and get outdoors for trail exploration. Kids should bring a lunch and wear appropriate clothing for being active. Registration required. 8am-6pm. Tymor Park. 8 Tymor Park Rd., Lagrangeville. 724-5691 Fishkill Polar Plunge. February 16. Join us for a freezin' for a reason great time! There are two registration and plunge times. Minimum to plunge is $25 per person. If you raise more, there are fun incentives! You don't have to plunge to enjoy the day with everyone! Splash Down Beach. 16 Old Rte. 9W, Fishkill. 262-6011. Sweet Maple Syrup Celebration! February 23. Come celebrate the beginning of maple sugar season and visit our Sugar Shacks. Join us for special crafts, games and storytelling around the campfire, treats of the sweet season, fun maple recipes and Maple Sugar Tours. 11am-3pm. Hudson Highlands Nature Museum Outdoor Discovery Center. 120 Muser Dr., Cornwall. 534-5506. Find a complete list of calendar events at hvparent.com/calendar games and crafts. Registration required. 6-7pm. Goshen Public Library & Historical Society Library Meeting Room. 203 Main St., Goshen. 294-6606. 6: Wednesday Chess. For children and adults of all ages and skill levels. Program is located in the Library Annex. This is not a drop o program. Adults must stay with children 12 and under. 2-3pm. NorthEast-Millerton Library. 75 Main St., Millerton. 518-789-3340. GPL Winter Films. Join us for a special showing of Gallant Hours. 1:30-3:30pm. Goshen Public Library & Historical Society Library Meeting Room. 203 Main St., Goshen. 294-6606. Play and Learn Together. An hour-long program designed for children 18 to 36 months including stories, movement and activities as well as an opportunity to speak with an early childhood professional. This session is especially encouraged (Continued on Page 34)