Library News: Week of October 18th |
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Chat and Color Book Club
Monday, October 18th at 7:00 pm
Join us on Zoom to discuss The Woman They Could Not Silence: One Woman, Her Incredible Fight for Freedom, and the Men Who Tried to Make Her Disappear by Kate Moore. This book is available on Hoopla as an E-book.
If you would like a physical copy of this book, please contact Amelia. Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & password!
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Yoga Classes via Zoom
Monday, October 18th at 7:30 pm
Tuesday, October 19th at 11:15 am
Join us on Monday evening for our Teen & Adult Yoga Class This half hour program will meet online using Zoom. Online registration required to receive ZOOM ID and password.
This week, substitute teacher Lisa Avellino will lead Limber Up Chair Yoga, a 30-minute class of seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair. Registration required for each class to receive ZOOM information.
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Preschool Storytime via Zoom
Tuesday, October 19th at 1:30 pm
Please note the time change for this week's program!
Ms. Teresa will host a fun and engaging Zoom preschool storytime featuring beloved picture books from our eBook collection! Seasonal crafts will be included monthly.
This program is for ages 3-5. Sign up is required via email to tchang@wlsmail.org. Please include your child's name and age in the message. Sign up once for the entire series of programs through December 14th.
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K-3 Book Club on Zoom
Tuesday, October 19th at 4:00 pm
We will read together Gustavo and the Shy Ghost followed by a craft program. Copies of the book and the craft kit are now available at the library. Please note, all registered participants will receive a craft kit.
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EPL Newbery Challenge
Wednesday, October 20th at 3:45 pm
Do you love to read? Do you enjoy talking about books and trivia? At each meeting, we will discuss what makes a Newbery winner (i.e., Setting, Characters, Plot, Style) and whether the books we are reading meet these criteria. We
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Paint Your Masterpiece
Wednesday, October 20th at 7:00 pm
Join artist Connie Manna for another exciting painting class! This month we will recreate Van Gogh's Wheat Field with Cypresses.
The library will provide a canvas for the first 10 people registered. All other supplies including canvases can be purchased online or at a local craft store. The supply list can be found on our Events page. Registration required for Zoom information.
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Free Flu Shots!
Thursday, October 21st, 9am- 2pm
Free Flu Shots at the library! Ages 19 + and no appointment necessary. This program is sponsored by New York-Presbyterian Lawrence Hospital and The Community Fund of Bronxville, Tuckahoe and Eastchester. Shots will be administered by NYP - Lawrence Hospital nurses.
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EPL Welcomes Therapy Dogs!
Thursday, October 21st at 12:30 pm
Come to the "For Paws" program to decompress from these challenging times and to experience the stress reducing benefits from these gentle therapy dogs.
Our Canine-Integrated Mindfulness sessions are led by licensed social worker, Judith Halden, LCSW. This program is open to all adults and registration is required to attend. Space is limited so please sign up today and don't forget to let us know if you cannot make the program so someone else can take your spot!
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Kids Coding Class
Thursday, October 21st at 3:30pm
Join us for a series of three lessons to learn JavaScript using vidcode. We will create Instagram/Snap filters by manipulating videos and graphics. The series is a continuation of our summer module. Program is open to grades 4th-6th. Register today to receive your Zoom link!
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Crochet Class
Thursday, October 21st at 3:45 pm
Join us for a weekly Crochet Class! This week's project is a Witches Hat and Cauldron Garland. You should have a basic knowledge of crochet in order to participate in this program. Open to ages 10 and up! Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & Password.
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Blanket and Sleeping Bag Collection
Saturday, October 23rd, 11:00 am-2:00pm
The Eastchester Rotary Interact Club is collecting blankets and sleeping bags for Midnight Run, helping the homeless in NYC. If you would like to contribute, please drop the items at the library. If you cannot make it this Saturday, you can drop off your items any time from October 25-30th at the front doorstep of the home of Theresa Nicholson (69 Webster Road, Scarsdale, N.Y 10583).
The Interact Club will deliver the items to the Midnight Run location nearby. Thank you! The Eastchester Rotary Club will be present at the collection day to help raise awareness of “ROTARY WORLD POLIO DAY”
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Reading Education
Assistance Dogs
October 23rd
See Events page for time slots
The library is pleased to work with Therapy Dogs of Rockland, which will bring the R.E.A.D (Reading Education Assistance Dogs) program to our community! By reading to a dog, children gain more confidence as well as improve their reading skills.
Cash, a gentle and loving black lab will be our reading pal! Bring your favorite book to read or ask the librarian to select one for you! Each session is 15-minute long and one-on-one based with the R.E.A.D team and a librarian. Permission slip must be signed by a parent/guardian before the session starts. Registration required.
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Laugh! Explore the World of Musical Humor!
Sunday, October 24th at 2:00 pm
Craig Harris is a master percussionist, educator, historian, storyteller, photographer, host of a Friday night radio show (bluegrasscountry.org). Join Craig as he presents Laugh! Exploring the rib-tickling world of musical humor. This fun-filled presentation offers the perfect antidote to the blues. Online registration required to receive ZOOM information.
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Help Shape the Future of the Library!
We want to hear from everyone, whether you use the library every day or haven't visited in quite a while. All feedback is helpful! Take the Long-Range Planning Survey in-person at the library or by visiting tinyurl.com/pz8tcwha through October 31st.
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Library Hours
Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Tuesday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Wednesday 9:00 am - 8:00 pm
Thursday 10:00 am - 6:00 pm
Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Saturday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Sunday 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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Eastchester Public Library
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