Upcoming events at Howland

On Tuesday, Dec. 7, the Howland Public Library invites adults to make holiday cards. The free event includes supplies and everyone will leave with two cards. The one-hour workshop begins at 1 p.m. Registration is required.

On Friday, Dec. 16, the library will screen the Chilean film Gloria as part of its ongoing monthly international film series. The R-rated feature follows a recently divorced middle-aged woman with family troubles who is ready to move on with her life.

For the 13th year, the library and the Howland Cultural Center are jointly presenting the No-Strings Marionettes on Sunday, Dec. 11. At 1 p.m. the Vermont-based puppeteers will present Jack and the Beanstalk and at 4 p.m. Handsome and Gretel, a retelling of the classic tale that encourages children to speak in their own voice.

Adult admission is $10 for each performance; children are admitted free but must be accompanied by an adult. Performances will be at the Howland Cultural Center. Call 845-831-1134, ext. 103 for information.

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