Things to Do with Kids in Rockland This Weekend

October 24–25, 2026 · 11 events

This weekend's Rockland kids' lineup leans heavily on library programs, from storytimes and crafts to a therapy-dog reading session and a Halloween music show. Picks are spread across Sloatsburg, Pearl River, Nyack, Valley Cottage, New City, Tappan, Garnerville, Piermont, and Tomkins Cove, and all listed events are free. Several require registration, so check ahead before heading out.

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A Friend for GhostFREE

A Friend for Ghost

Sloatsburg Public Library · Sloatsburg

Paint a ghost, then listen to "A Friend for Ghost" by S. Kaufman. After the story we will also create a "friend" for your ghost. Ages 5-7 Registration is required.

Ages 5–7

A two-part craft and story session at the Sloatsburg Public Library that pairs painting a ghost with hearing 'A Friend for Ghost' and making a friend for it. Designed for ages 5-7, with registration required.

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Sensory StorytimestorytimeFREE

Sensory Storytime

Pearl River Public Library — Pearl River United Methodist Church · Pearl River

Join us for sensory play, stories, and crafts! Best for preschool through early elementary school. Registration required.

Up to age 12

Sensory play, stories, and crafts at the Pearl River Public Library's session held at Pearl River United Methodist Church. Best for preschool through early elementary, with registration required.

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Sewing ClubartFREE

Sewing Club

The Nyack Library · Nyack

For children in grades 3-5 Learn the basics of sewing and create your own patchwork pumpkin pillow. Note: This is a 5 week series. When you register for the first date, you will be signed up for the e

Ages 8–115-week course

A five-week sewing series at The Nyack Library for grades 3-5 where kids learn sewing basics and make a patchwork pumpkin pillow. Registering for the first date signs you up for the series.

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The Halloween ShowshowFREE

The Halloween Show

Valley Cottage Library · Valley Cottage

All ages. Wear your costume as we get in the spirit for Halloween! Tom Gardner of the Uncle Brothers will entertain with his fun brand of danceable music – fun for the whole family!

Up to age 5

A costume-friendly Halloween show at Valley Cottage Library featuring Tom Gardner of the Uncle Brothers with danceable music for the whole family. Open to all ages.

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PAWS for ReadingstorytimeFREE

PAWS for Reading

New City Library · New City

Certified therapy dogs and their handlers will be on hand to help new readers, struggling readers and those children who just want to read to the dogs. Therapy dogs don't judge how well you read, they

Ages 5–11

Certified therapy dogs and handlers at New City Library help new and struggling readers practice by reading aloud to the dogs. Suited for ages 5-11.

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Kids Art ClassartFREE

Kids Art Class

Tappan Library · Tappan

Be inspired by famous artists of the past and present through drawing, painting, and collage. All levels welcome. Sign up per session.

Ages 6–11

A drawing, painting, and collage class at Tappan Library inspired by famous artists past and present, open to all levels. Sign up per session.

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Monthly Saturday CrafternoonartFREE

Monthly Saturday Crafternoon

Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library · Garnerville

Stop in anytime between 12pm- 4pm to make a fun craft. Every 4th Saturday of the month will be something new. We will use recycled materials as well as paper, paint, and glue so dress accordingly. If

All agesDrop-in

A drop-in craft session at Haverstraw King's Daughters Public Library in Garnerville, open anytime between 12pm and 4pm with a new project each fourth Saturday. Materials include recycled items, paper, paint, and glue, so dress accordingly.

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Art Show of the Month- Gigi Perez: Bowery LayerstheaterFREE

Art Show of the Month- Gigi Perez: Bowery Layers

Piermont Public Library · Piermont

We invite you to visit the library anytime in October to see our Art Show of the Month- Gigi Perez: Bowery Layers. Bowery Layers explores identity, beauty, popular culture, memory, and the visual ener

A free art exhibit at Piermont Public Library viewable anytime in October, featuring Gigi Perez's 'Bowery Layers,' which explores identity, beauty, popular culture, and memory. A low-key option for families to browse together.

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StorytimestorytimeFREE

Storytime

Tomkins Cove Public Library · Tomkins Cove

Stories and songs for children all ages! with Miss Delaney, followed by free play time.

All ages

Stories and songs for all ages with Miss Delaney at Tomkins Cove Public Library, followed by free play time. A straightforward storytime option for younger kids.

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Youth Musical Theatreshow

Youth Musical Theatre

Music For Life - Tappan · Tappan

Youth Musical Theatre is a musical theatre offering from Music For Life Creative Arts Therapy PLLC.

A youth musical theatre offering from Music For Life Creative Arts Therapy PLLC in Tappan, held Saturday at 10:00 AM. A structured performing-arts option for kids interested in musical theatre.

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