FREEThings to Do with Kids in Putnam This Weekend
October 24–25, 2026 · 5 events
This weekend in Putnam offers a mix of free drop-in crafts, an interactive author event, maker technology, a library raffle, and a local history tour. Picks span Patterson, Brewster, Garrison, and Cold Spring, with both free and paid options. Check each event’s time and age details before heading out.
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FREEA free drop-in craft session at Patterson Library on Saturday from 11am to 1pm, open to children of all ages. No registration or fixed start time makes it easy to fit into a busy weekend.
FREEThis free interactive mystery event at Brewster Public Library lets kids use clues and elimination to solve a silly monster crime. It starts at 1pm Saturday and is geared toward ages 7 and up.
scienceFREEOpen Makerspace Hours
Desmond-Fish Public Library · Garrison
A free Sunday afternoon session in Garrison where kids can try 3D printing, Cricut cutting, laser engraving, and vacuum forming. It runs at 3:30pm at Desmond-Fish Public Library.
From $2Friends of the Brewster Public Library: Fall Quilt Raffle
Brewster Public Library · Brewster
A low-cost ($2) quilt raffle at Brewster Public Library, with proceeds benefiting the library. It’s a simple, flexible stop rather than a timed program.
museumFrom $15Mountain Ave and Nelsonville Cemetery Tour (10/24)
Mountain Avenue Cemetery Gate · Cold Spring
A $15 cemetery tour in Cold Spring led by the Putnam History Museum, exploring the Mountain Avenue and Nelsonville Cemeteries. It offers a historical outdoor activity for families with older kids.