Finals Countdown, Spring 2026
Take a study break and treat yourself to fun ways to relax and de-stress during the lead-up to finals week! From button-making to board and card games, we have something just for you!
Finals Countdown, Spring 2026 Schedule:
Crunch Time Study Hall
Let’s study together! Get started and/or put the finishing touches on your papers and writing projects, meet with a peer tutor (tutors available in natural and social sciences, mathematics, and humanities subjects), or meet with a librarian. Then relax with free snacks and games to celebrate your accomplishments! This event is a collaboration between The Purchase College Library, Learning Center, and Office of Science Student Support Services.
When: Wednesday, April 29, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Where: Learning Center, Library Lower Level
Smash Finals
Smash a room then wind down with button-making, jigsaw puzzles, and games. This event is a collaboration between the Office of Residential and Student Life and The Purchase College Library.
When: Wednesday, April 29, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Where: Great Lawn (Rain Location: Southside Lounge, Campus Center South)
Write a Card
Surprise a loved one with a special greeting or gift yourself with some words of inspiration to help you power through the end of the term. Foldable card templates will be available.
When: Thursday, April 30, All Day
Where: Library First Floor, Computer Commons
Tea Time
Refresh yourself with a cup of tea! Enjoy decaf or caffeinated tea for relaxation or concentration.
When: Friday, May 1, 12:00pm- 4:00pm
Where: 2012 Lounge, Library First Floor
Summer Send-Off
Join us for an outdoor sound bath, a DIY mini Zen Garden, button-making, empathy games, and more. Free food and drinks will be provided. This event is a collaboration between Harbor Center for Health Promotion, and the Purchase College Library.
When: Monday, May 4, 4:30pm - 6:00pm
Where: Harbor Center, Fort Awesome
Build a Fidget Toy
Assemble your own fidget toy using pre-built parts made in the Library’s 3D printing lab.
When: Tuesday, May 5, 12:00pm- 3:00pm
Where: Computer Commons, Library First Floor
Button-Making
Design and press your own badges using recycled book covers and your own creativity!
When: Wednesday, May 6, 12:00pm – 2:30pm
Where: Computer Commons, Library First Floor
Coloring
Take a break from studying to color a bookmark or coloring page. We will provide crayons, colored pencils, and bookmarks.
When: All Week, April 29 –May 6
Where: Library First Floor, Near Windows
Jigsaw Puzzles
You are the missing piece! Exercise your spatial skills by helping to complete a variety of fun and festive jigsaw puzzles.
When: All Week, April 29 - May 6
Where: Library First Floor, Near the Popular Reading Collection
Board Games & Legos
Relax with friends and play new and classic games.
When: All Week, April 29 - May 6
Where: Library First Floor, Commons and 2012 Lounge