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Sunday, March 1Library Closed
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Monday, March 24:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Lego Club
Children, Grades K-6, are welcome to join us for open LEGO play. LEGOs will be provided by the library. Please do not bring your own. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Tuesday, March 34:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Taste Test Tuesday
Bring your taste buds and join us for a delicious afternoon as we sample different chocolate chip cook brands in a blind taste test to find out which brand is best. For Children, Grades 5-6 REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Wednesday, March 411:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Alphabet Soup: J is for Jellyfish
A preschool-age story time for children, focusing on one letter each session. Practice the letter, listen to stories and make a craft.
For Children, Ages 3 to 5, with CaregiverREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please register for ONE session only.
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Thursday, March 510:00—11:30 AMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Basic ESL Class for Spanish-Speaking Adults/Classes Basicas de ESL para Adultos que Hablan Espanol
Volunteer tutor will conduct basic ESL classes for Spanish-Speaking Adults on Thursday mornings from 10-11:30am as follows:March 5, 2026March 12, 2026March - June 2026 - Additional Dates to be announced. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration is for all classes in the series.…Learn More
Thursday, March 54:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Alphabet Soup: J is for Jellyfish
A preschool-age story time for children, focusing on one letter each session. Practice the letter, listen to stories and make a craft.
For Children, Ages 3 to 5, with CaregiverREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please register for ONE session only.
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Friday, March 66:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
CANCELED - Teen Mystery Bag Challenge
Bring your engineering skills to design and build a specific thing with only the provided materials. For Teens, Grades 6-12REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Saturday, March 710:00—11:00 AMZoom
Computer Class (VIRTUAL) - Microsoft Word Basics
This VIRTUAL workshop will cover Microsoft Word Basics. This week's topic is: Tables. Be sure to sign up for the class to receive notes or recordings. Zoom information for the class will be sent to you prior to the class.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.…Learn More
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Sunday, March 8Library Closed
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Monday, March 94:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Game On! : Board Game Time
Bring your friends and play some classic board games. For Children, Grades 3-6REGISTRATION REQUIRED.…Learn More
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Tuesday, March 1011:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Toddlers, Tots & Tykes
Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for children, Birth through Age 3, with Caregiver. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Tuesday, March 106:00—7:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Community Program: Civics4Success
Civics4Success is a nonpartisan civic education initiative created by Vanessa Herrera for her Girl Scout Gold Award. This civic engagement program is designed to help young and newly registered voters navigate political information with confidence and accuracy, and it focuses on combating misinformation by offering clear, accessible explanations of the political process, major policy issues, candidate information, and essential civic concepts.…Learn More
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Wednesday, March 111:30—2:30 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Kraft Korner
Join Ms. K for a few DIY crafts. Children may complete their crafts with grown-up assistance at their own pace. For Children, Ages 2 and Up, with CaregiverREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Wednesday, March 114:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Craft-Along: St. Patrick's Day
Join us for stories and a St. Patrick's Day craft. For Children, Grades K-6REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Thursday, March 126:30—7:15 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Introduction to YouthAstroNet
Join the library’s YouthAstroNet program - it is the perfect program for kids who love everything STEAM and astronomy. Are you ready to dive into the exciting world of astronomy? In this program, participants will learn to submit observational requests from robotic telescopes, enhance images of astronomical objects, and create a capstone project.…Learn More
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Friday, March 131:00—3:15 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
POP-UP MOVIE SCREENING: Hamnet
The Henry Waldinger Memorial Library will screen the 2026 Academy Award nominee film, Hamnet, in the Children's Room. Hamnet is a 2025 historical drama film directed by Chloé Zhao, who co-wrote the screenplay with Maggie O'Farrell, based on the 2020 novel by O'Farrell.…Learn More
Friday, March 134:00—5:45 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Family Movie Afternoon
Come join us as we roll out our Smart Board and show a movie on its big screen in the Children's Room. The movie this month will be : Lilo & Stitch OR another family-friendly movie. Stitch, an extraterrestrial entity, comes to Earth after escaping prison, where he tries to impersonate a dog.…Learn More
Friday, March 136:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Unlucky 13
Are you superstitious? Or is 13 a lucky number for you? For Teens, Grades 6-12REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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Saturday, March 1410:00—11:00 AMZoom
Computer Class (VIRTUAL) - Microsoft Word Basics
This VIRTUAL workshop will cover Microsoft Word Basics. This week's topic is: Tables - Part 2Be sure to sign up for the class to receive notes or recordings. Zoom information for the class will be sent to you prior to the class.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.…Learn More
Saturday, March 1411:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
STEM Workshop: SCRATCH Meet-Up
Are you programming with SCRATCH? Student volunteers Alisha and Zahbia will meet with children to review basic SCRATCH programming, to help if you have questions or are having problems with your coding, or to show you more SCRATCH coding tips. Children should bring their own iPads if possible and have access to their SCRATCH account.…Learn More
Saturday, March 141:00—2:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Tween & Teen Saturday Crafternoon
Kids and teens in Grades 5 to 12 can join us for an afternoon craft - TBA. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Sunday, March 15Library Closed
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Tuesday, March 174:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Kids Kahoot Trivia - Animals
Get ready for some fun trivia competition!This Kahoot's theme is: Animals. Participants should bring a device to play. Please remember to charge your device before the program!For Children, Grades 3-6. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Wednesday, March 1811:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Alphabet Soup: K is for Kite
A preschool-age story time for children, focusing on one letter each session. Practice the letter, listen to stories and make a craft.
For Children, Ages 3 to 5, with CaregiverREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please register for ONE session only.
Wednesday, March 184:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Craft-Along: Eid
Join us for stories and an Eid craft. For Children, Grades K-6REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Wednesday, March 187:30—9:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Library Board Meeting
The Library Board of Trustees will be meeting in the Children's Room at 7:30 pm. Open to the public. All members of the public are welcome to attend. Ring bell at the Children's Room Entrance for admittance.
Send an e-mail to hwmlcontact@hotmail.…Learn More
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Thursday, March 194:00—4:45 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Alphabet Soup: K is for Kite
A preschool-age story time for children, focusing on one letter each session. Practice the letter, listen to stories and make a craft.
For Children, Ages 3 to 5, with CaregiverREGISTRATION REQUIRED. Please register for ONE session only.
Thursday, March 196:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Family Bingo Night
The whole family can join us for Family BINGO Night!For Children, Grades K-6, with CaregiverREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Friday, March 2011:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Circle Games
Children in grades K through 2 are welcome to join us for games like musical chairs, hot potato, Simon Says, etc. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Friday, March 204:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
One-Minute Challenges
Children in Grades 3-6 can join us for minute-to-win-it challenges! Kids will play in teams and try to race the clock to win!
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Friday, March 206:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Teen Puzzle Race
Work on your own or a team to be the first to finish jigsaw puzzles. For Teens, Grades 6-12REGISTRATION REQUIRED. The library has moved to a new event calendar platform. If you registered on the previous calendar platform, you do NOT need to re-register again.
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Saturday, March 2110:00—11:00 AMZoom
Computer Class (VIRTUAL) - Microsoft Word Basics
This VIRTUAL workshop will cover Microsoft Word Basics. This week's topic is: Inserting Pictures. Be sure to sign up for the class to receive notes or recordings. Zoom information for the class will be sent to you prior to the class.
REGISTRATION REQUIRED.…Learn More
Saturday, March 2111:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
STEM Workshop: SCRATCH Meet-Up
Are you programming with SCRATCH? Student volunteers Alisha and Zahbia will meet with children to review basic SCRATCH programming, to help if you have questions or are having problems with your coding, or to show you more SCRATCH coding tips. Children should bring their own iPads if possible and have access to their SCRATCH account.…Learn More
Saturday, March 212:00—3:30 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Fiber Crafters Get-Together
The Henry Waldinger Memorial Library will be hosting a Fiber Crafters Get-Together in the Children’s Room from 2-3:30 pm.
All fiber crafters (knitters, crocheters, needleworkers, rug hookers, etc. ) are invited to work their craft at the library in good company.…Learn More
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Sunday, March 22Library Closed
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Tuesday, March 2411:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Toddlers, Tots & Tykes
Stories, songs, rhymes and fun for children, Birth through Age 3, with Caregiver. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Tuesday, March 246:00—7:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Community Program: Civics4Success
Civics4Success is a nonpartisan civic education initiative created by Vanessa Herrera for her Girl Scout Gold Award. This civic engagement program is designed to help young and newly registered voters navigate political information with confidence and accuracy, and it focuses on combating misinformation by offering clear, accessible explanations of the political process, major policy issues, candidate information, and essential civic concepts.…Learn More
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Wednesday, March 254:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Craft-Along: Spring
Join us for stories and a Spring craft. For Children, Grades K-6REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
Wednesday, March 257:30—9:00 PMZoom
Successfully Navigating College Admissions this Winter (VIRTUAL)
This Zoom presentation will help families of high school juniors, sophomores, and freshmen better understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate today’s changing landscape. The session will cover current admissions trends and strategies, the evolving test optional environment, the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find the right fit, and key timelines and action steps that can make this season productive while easing stress along the way.…Learn More
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Thursday, March 2610:00—11:30 AMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Basic ESL Class for Spanish-Speaking Adults/Classes Basicas de ESL para Adultos que Hablan Espanol
Volunteer tutor will conduct basic ESL classes for Spanish-Speaking Adults on Thursday mornings from 10-11:30am. April - June 2026 - Additional Dates to be announced. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration is for all classes in the series.…Learn More
Thursday, March 262:00—3:00 PMGreen Acres MallGreen Acres Mall, Valley Stream, NY, 11581
Bunny Tales at Green Acres Mall
Join Ms. K at Center Court in the Green Acres for Easter stories, songs, and rhymes, with a special appearance from the Easter Bunny!REGISTRATION NOT REQUIRED, BUT RECOMMENDED to receive a reminder email approximately 24 hrs. prior to the event.
Thursday, March 266:30—7:15 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Tween Anime and Manga Club
Are you ready to dive into the fantastic world of anime and manga? Whether you’re a seasoned otaku or just getting started, our club is the perfect place for tweens who love everything anime and manga!For Children, Grades 5-8. REGISTRATION REQUIRED. &…Learn More
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Friday, March 274:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Community Program: Civics4Success
Civics4Success is a nonpartisan civic education initiative created by Vanessa Herrera for her Girl Scout Gold Award. This civic engagement program is designed to help young and newly registered voters navigate political information with confidence and accuracy, and it focuses on combating misinformation by offering clear, accessible explanations of the political process, major policy issues, candidate information, and essential civic concepts.…Learn More
Friday, March 276:30—7:30 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Teen Volunteering : Seed Savers
Teens will help sort and package seeds for the library's Seed Library. For Teens, Grades 7-12REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Saturday, March 2810:00—11:00 AMZoom
Computer Class (VIRTUAL) - Microsoft Word Basics
This VIRTUAL workshop will cover Microsoft Word Basics. This week's topic is: Inserting Shapes & SmartArt. Be sure to sign up for the class to receive notes or recordings. Zoom information for the class will be sent to you prior to the class.…Learn More
Saturday, March 2811:00—11:45 AMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Movers & Shakers
Families with children, Ages 1-4, can join Ms. K for an interactive story time experience. REGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Sunday, March 29Library Closed
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Monday, March 3011:00 AM—12:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Bigs & Littles Playtime
"Littles," Ages 3 and Under, can join us with their "Big" adult caregiver for an hour of informal open play and socialization. The playtime wraps up with a 10-minute story time. For Children, Ages 3 and Under, with CaregiverREGISTRATION REQUIRED.
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Tuesday, March 314:00—5:00 PMChildren's RoomHenry Waldinger Memorial Library60 Verona Place, Valley Stream, NY, 11580
Book Buddies
A monthly book discussion group for children, Grades 2 and 3. Books will be available for check out at the Children's Circulation Desk. Children should do their best to finish reading the book prior to the discussion. This month, we are reading: Weekends with Max and His Dad, by Linda Urban.…Learn More
Tuesday, March 317:30—8:45 PMZoom
Valley Stream Book Club (VIRTUAL)
The Henry Waldinger Memorial Library will be hosting the Valley Stream Book Club Meeting on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, at 7:30pm, via Zoom. The book to be discussed is Lauryn Harper Falls Apart, by Shauna Robinson, and the author will be joining the meeting via Zoom
Lauryn Harper had a plan.…Learn More