Issue link: http://hvparent.uberflip.com/i/918066
hvparent.com n Hudson Valley Parent 37 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 be- ginning Monday, January 8. 10-11am. Newburgh Free Library. 124 Grand St., Newburgh. 563-3600. 24: Wednesday Goshen Film Program - Black and White Gems. Enjoy some of the black and white films of yes- teryear with actors such as Gary Cooper, Vincent Price, Irene Dunne, Claudette Colbert and more. For ages 13 and up. 1:30-3:30pm. Goshen Public Library. 203 Main St., Goshen. 294-6606. The Big Sick. Kumail is a Pakistani comic who meets an American graduate student named Em- ily at one of his stand-up shows. As their relation- ship blossoms, he soon becomes worried about what his traditional Muslim parents will think of her. Rated R. 2 hours. 6:30-9pm. Boardman Road Branch Library. 141 Boardman Rd., Poughkeepsie. 485-3445 ext. 3706. 25: Thursday Homework Help. Children in grades 1-6 receive homework help from Newburgh School District teachers. Bilingual teachers available. No regis- tration; walk-in program. 4-6pm. Newburgh Free Library. 124 Grand St., Newburgh. 563-3600. Hudson River Poets. Monthly meeting and shar- ing of poetry with the Hudson River Poets. Listen to local poets or bring a poem to share. 16 years or older. 7-8:30pm. Newburgh Free Library. 124 Grand St., Newburgh. 563-3600. 26: Friday Anime Club. For students 6th grade and up. Each month teens choose the anime to be shown from our current anime DVDs. Teens may bring their own Anime DVDs for the group to watch. Refreshments served! No registration necessary. 3-5pm. Howland Public Library. 313 Main St., Beacon. 831-1134. Story Hour. Be an artist! Create an original work of your won art and hang it in the Duck Pond Gallery for the month of December for sale! We will sing songs, read a story and make some art. For 5-8 yr olds. 4pm. Town of Esopus Library. 128 Canal St., Port Ewen. 338-5580. 27: Saturday 2-Penny Social. Doors open at 11:30 am. Calling begins at 1pm. Free admission. Food and 50/50 raffle tickets will be for sale. Proceeds go to the school. For questions or to donate items or gift cards from local businesses, please email stmaryswapppennysocial@gmail.com. 11:30am-3pm. St. Mary's School. 2 Convent Ave., Wappingers Falls. 297-7500. Detoxify Your Mind with Rajyoga Meditation. Champa Patel will teach us about Rajyoga Meditation. She is a teacher and student of Brahma Kumaris, an international organization committed to society for positive change. Register online. 2:30-4pm. Adriance Memorial Library. 93 Market St., Poughkeepsie. Hudson Valley Wingfest 11. Who will be the king of the wings?! In its 11th season, Hudson Valley Wingfest is sure to be the fiercest competition yet! HV Wingfest 11 will bring together the best wings from around the Hudson Valley along with live music, cold beer and more. Admission: Gener- al Admisson: $30. VIP: $50. 4-Pack General Admis- sion: $99. 4 – 9pm. Mid-Hudson Civic Center. 14 Civic Center Plaza, Poughkeepsie. 454-5800. 28: Sunday Animal Tracks and Traces. Join a naturalist on a wintry walk to discover "secrets in the snow" left by winter active animals. Go on a track "hunt," learn how to identify animal tracks, and create a track shirt. Each person must bring a plain white pre-washed T-shirt. Enjoy FREE same-day entrance to the Wildlife Education Center with paid admission to this program. 10am. Hudson Highlands Nature Museum at the Outdoor Discovery Center. 120 Muser Dr., Cornwall. 534-7781. 29: Monday Preschool Story Hour. This program will engage your children with stories,finger plays and songs and encourage them to learn sounds, letter recognition and new words as they grow into pre-readers. Each program is followed by a craft and snacks. 10:30am-11:30am. Town of Ulster Public Library . 860 Ulster Ave., Kingston. 338-7881. Take a Moment Evening Storytime. Drop in for this story time focusing on our feelings and dealing with them. It is perfect for working parents who cannot come with their children during the day. We will be reading about a different emotion each week and pairing it with a fun sensory craft. 5:30-6pm. Goshen Public Library. 203 Main St., Goshen. 294-6606. 30: Tuesday Preschool Story Time with Miss Penny. Join Miss Penny for reading, singing and crafting fun! For children ages 2-5. 10:30-11:30am. Tivoli Free Library. 86 Bdwy, Tivoli. 757-3771. Tuesday for Tots. Program for ages 2-5 every Tuesday. A special time for our younger visitors to gain preschool readiness skills in a fun and social environment. Drop in any time between 10 and 12 for play-dough, crafts, activities and friends! 10am-12pm. The Children's Museum at Saratoga. 69 Caroline St., Saratoga Springs. 518-584-5540. 31: Wednesday Come and Play. Wee Play Community Project and Howland Library collaborate to use the library's Community Room for a time of play and socialization for babies and young children accompanied by an adult. 9:45-11:30am. Howland Public Library. 313 Main St., Beacon. 831-1134, ext.103. Mommy and Me Class. Designed for children 18-36 months and their caregivers. The class will include singing, story-time, a sensory based activity/game, snack and a craft! Mommy and Me is a wonderful first introduction to a school setting and socialization. Classes meet every Wednesday. 10-11:15am. Montgomery Nursery School. 21 Wallkill Ave., Montgomery. 457-7415.