M&M Productions Presents: A Full House.  Sunday, November 3rd, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. M&M is offering a collection of one-act comedies in A FULL HOUSE, comedies with a twist, for fall. From the same writers that brought you FOUR ON THE FLOOR, these five light comedies each have an interesting twist that leaves you with something to think about: 

No registration required; first come, first seated!

Westchester Writers Workshop. Thursdays, 6:30 - 8:30, 10/3, 17, 31; 11/7, 21; 12/5, 19; 1/2, 16, 30; 2/6, 20; 3/5, 19; 4/2, 16, 30; 5/7, 21; 6/4 & 18. Calling all writers and poets! Looking for a writers group to help with that writer's block? Looking for some feedback on your memoir, short story, novel or poem? Need some editing or polishing tips for your texts? Want to share the love of writing with fellow writers? Then Westchester Writers Workshop is the one for you! We are the original peer review writers group with no fees, no dues, and many chances to showcase your talents. Established in 2013, our group has helped many authors and poets prepare their work for reading, presentation, submission and publication. Come join us for our Thursday evening group in the library program room.

Adults - Lotus Flower Lantern Workshop. Saturday, November 9, 1:00 - 2:00 pm. Members of The Korean Spirit and Culture Promotion Project will be on hand to help attendees make lovely traditional lotus flower lanterns using colored paper and wire frames. All materials will be provided; participants can choose the color of their lotus flower. In addition, we will hand out books on Korean history and culture for free. After class, we will show short documentaries on Korea and serve Korean traditional refreshments. Korean Spirit & Culture Promotion Project (KSCPP) is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to raising awareness of Korean history and culture.  This program is for adults as well as teens / tweens in middle school and high school.

Adults & Teens: Create Beaded Earrings.  Thursday, November 14th from 5:00 pm -7:00 pm* - Come to the Somers Library to make your own beaded earrings and make additional pairs to donate. For example, for every pair of earrings you make for yourself, you will also make the same amount to be donated** to a local women's shelter. This free program is intended for adults, teens & tweens entering 6 grade & up. 

*Can't make it at 5:00 pm? Join us anytime up until 6:30 pm! 

**Since this workshop benefits a women's shelter, it could be considered for community service hours.

Script your Family's Future: Why you Need an Estate Plan.  Tuesday November 19th from 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. Join us for an educational program designed to help individuals understand the important role a well-executed estate plan can play in ensuring their strategy remains aligned with their goals. In addition, Miriam Scholl, LMSW, founder Westchester Elder Care Consultants and with extensive geriatric experience, will share ways to be proactive when it comes to personal care and living situation choices for ourselves and our families. Additional speakers will be: Judi McAnaw, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones Investments; and Linda Burpee, Estate Attorney. Please register.

Concert: New Cambridge Trio.  Sunday, November 17, 2:00 - 4:00 pm. Music to Move By from Bouree to Tango: The New Cambridge Trio (flute, piano & double bass) performs an eclectic selection of exciting jazz and dance music ranging from Bolling's Jazz Suite, tangos by Piazzolla and minuets by Bach. No registration needed - first come, first seated! 

Alice Feinglass Miller, flute,  Tony Coretto, piano and   Marcel Villaflor, double bass.

The Power of Plant-Based Nutrition: How whole foods and common spices can prevent and reverse disease without side effects. Wednesday, November 20, 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Eating a whole food, plant-based diet has been scientifically proven to prevent and even reverse chronic illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes and gastro-intestinal diseases. It is also the diet many athletes choose to achieve maximum performance. Come find out how simple it can be to prepare plant-based foods that are satisfying, nutrition packed and taste amazing! In this presentation, you will discover:

Presenter: Janet Levine, R.D.N., D.M.D.

Please register.

Balancing Your Hormones Naturally at Any Age. Saturday, November 23, 10:30 - 12:00. Join Dr. Edward Markowitz for a presentation to learn how to boost energy and alleviate these common symptoms of hormonal problems: hot flashes, night sweats, mood swings, depression, back pain, headaches and more!  

Dr Edward Makrowicz of Advanced Wellness and Injury Center has utilized a unique combination of customized nutrition, electrical acupuncture and hands on therapy to successfully help thousands of patients with their health issues and has lectured extensively on natural solutions to health problems for more than 25 years.

   

Winter/Holiday Art Using Acrylics & Watercolor.  Mondays, 11/25, 12/2, 12/9, & 12/16  from 10:30 pm -12:30 pm. We will use water colors, add salt & make glittery snow scenes and holiday cards.  You can use our imagination to create your own masterpiece or be guided by Judika Lieberman, our local resident artist to guide you. Do join in the fun here at the Monday Library Art class.

Author Presentation & Discussion: Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane - Tuesday, December 3, 6:30 - 8:00 pm. Join us at the Somers Library as author Mary Beth Keane presents how she came to write this book.  Discussion to follow. Ask Again, Yes is a profoundly moving novel about two neighboring families in a suburban town, the friendship between their children, a tragedy that reverberates over four decades, and the power of forgiveness. Francis Gleeson and Brian Stanhope are two NYPD rookies assigned to the same Bronx precinct in 1973. They aren't close friends on the job, but end up living next door to each other outside the city. What goes on behind closed doors in both houses-the loneliness of Francis's wife, Lena, and the instability of Brian's wife, Anne, sets the stage for the stunning events to come. Ask Again, Yes is a beautifully moving exploration of the friendship and love that blossoms between Francis's youngest daughter, Kate, and Brian's son, Peter.  This story reveals how childhood memories look different when reexamined from the distance of adulthood. Kate and Peter's love story is marked by tenderness, generosity, and grace. Seating is limited. Please register. Light refreshments will be served.

Senior Benefits Information Center. Every Wednesday, 1/2 - 12/18, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm  (No meeting on 11/27). Senior Benefits Information Centers (SBICs) help older adults 60 and over and those caring for the elderly achieve a better understanding of Medicare health plans and prescription drug coverage. Information is provided about different types of government programs. Meet with trained counselors in a private setting to get information about:

You will be able to meet with trained counselors in a private setting. No appointment is necessary. If you can't visit the library in person, you can leave a message on the SBIC helpline at 914-231-3260 or email us at [email protected] with your name, number, a time to call between 9am-5pm and whether your interest is in Medicare services or other benefits. A counselor will return your call within two business days.  SBIC will not meet on days the Somers schools are closed due to snow.