Join us for our 2021 Summer Reading Game! This year's theme is Tails and Tales. Studies show the importance of keeping kids reading regularly all year round. To participate, register here (our event calendar), and create an account on READsquared. We also prepared many exciting programs for you to join( book clubs, performances, arts and crafts, etc) Here are some basic rules:
Join us for our 2021 Summer Reading Game! This year's theme is Tails and Tales. Studies show the importance of keeping kids reading regularly all year round. To participate, register here (our event calendar), and create an account on READsquared. We also prepared many exciting programs for you to join( book clubs, performances, arts and crafts, etc) Here are some basic rules:
Join us for our 2021 Read-To-Me(ages 2-Pre-K) Game. This year's theme is Tails and Tales. Studies show the importance of keeping kids reading regularly all year round. To participate, register here ( our event calendar ), then create an account on READsquared. We also prepared many exciting programs for you to join ( book clubs, performances, arts and crafts, etc) Here are some basic rules:
Join us for our 2021 Read-To-Me(ages 2-Pre-K) Game. This year's theme is Tails and Tales. Studies show the importance of keeping kids reading regularly all year round. To participate, register here ( our event calendar ), then create an account on READsquared. We also prepared many exciting programs for you to join ( book clubs, performances, arts and crafts, etc) Here are some basic rules:
Join us for three summer sessions of coding classes! We'll learn some basics in JavaScript via vidcode.
For uprising 3rd graders and up. Register here to receive a Zoom link.
Dates: 6/17, 7/15 and 8/19.
Join us for three summer sessions of coding classes! We'll learn some basics in JavaScript via vidcode.
For uprising 3rd graders and up. Register here to receive a Zoom link.
Dates: 6/17, 7/15 and 8/19.
GETTING STARTED
Step 1: Register on Eventkeeper
Step 2: Receive Teen 2021 Summer Reading Packet, via email (also available to pick up in library) with information about upcoming programs, prizes & much more!
Step 3: Set up a ReadSquared account to track the books you’ve read and prize progress. To create a READsquared account, click here
Step 4: Register on our website for upcoming programs
How to Earn Points for Prizes
Book/E-Book/Audiobook/E-Audiobook/Magazine = 100 pts for each finished
Virtual/Hybrid Programs = 100 pts for each attended
ReadSquared Mini Games & Missions = 100 pts for each completed
For every 500 points (max. 2000 points) you earn:
​Once you reach 2000 points, for every 500 points after, you will earn 1 Raffle Ticket
Open to grades 6th-12th
GETTING STARTED
Step 1: Register on Eventkeeper
Step 2: Receive Teen 2021 Summer Reading Packet, via email (also available to pick up in library) with information about upcoming programs, prizes & much more!
Step 3: Set up a ReadSquared account to track the books you’ve read and prize progress. To create a READsquared account, click here
Step 4: Register on our website for upcoming programs
How to Earn Points for Prizes
Book/E-Book/Audiobook/E-Audiobook/Magazine = 100 pts for each finished
Virtual/Hybrid Programs = 100 pts for each attended
ReadSquared Mini Games & Missions = 100 pts for each completed
For every 500 points (max. 2000 points) you earn:
​Once you reach 2000 points, for every 500 points after, you will earn 1 Raffle Ticket
Open to grades 6th-12th
Are you a middle or high schooler looking for a welcoming new place to foster your writing? Or maybe some help practicing your writing skills in a fun way? This summer, join Teen Librarian Amelia, for a 7 week creative writing course!
Each week we will work on a different element of storytelling (description, character development, story arcs, tone, etc.) By the end of the 7 weeks, each teen will have completed a Zine to share with their family and friends!! There are so many benefits to developing a love for writing - confidence, expression, self-identity, creativity, imagination, open-mindedness, communication, and of course, literacy!
Please Note: When registering for this course, you are signing up for all of the classes! It's strongly recommended to attend all 7 classes! If you are unable to attend all of the classes, please contact Amelia, abuccarelli@wlsmail.org
Registration required to receive Zoom ID and Password.
Open to grades 6th-12th
Earn 100 points towards Summer Reading Prizes by attending this program!
7 Week Creative Writing Workshop Schedule
Wednesday, July 7th at 5pm
Monday, July 12th at 5pm
Monday, July 19th at 5pm
Monday, July 26th at 5pm
Monday, August 2nd at 5pm
Monday, August 9th at 5pm
Monday, August 16th at 5pm (Last Class)
Are you a middle or high schooler looking for a welcoming new place to foster your writing? Or maybe some help practicing your writing skills in a fun way? This summer, join Teen Librarian Amelia, for a 7 week creative writing course!
Each week we will work on a different element of storytelling (description, character development, story arcs, tone, etc.) By the end of the 7 weeks, each teen will have completed a Zine to share with their family and friends!! There are so many benefits to developing a love for writing - confidence, expression, self-identity, creativity, imagination, open-mindedness, communication, and of course, literacy!
Please Note: When registering for this course, you are signing up for all of the classes! It's strongly recommended to attend all 7 classes! If you are unable to attend all of the classes, please contact Amelia, abuccarelli@wlsmail.org
Registration required to receive Zoom ID and Password.
Open to grades 6th-12th
Earn 100 points towards Summer Reading Prizes by attending this program!
7 Week Creative Writing Workshop Schedule
Wednesday, July 7th at 5pm
Monday, July 12th at 5pm
Monday, July 19th at 5pm
Monday, July 26th at 5pm
Monday, August 2nd at 5pm
Monday, August 9th at 5pm
Monday, August 16th at 5pm (Last Class)
Join us for a fun and engaging Zoom preschool storytime featuring beloved picture books both old and new! Seasonal crafts will be included monthly.
For ages 3-5.
Remaining dates: Tues. 7/20, Tues. 7/27, Tues. 8/3, Tues. 8/10
Sign up is required via email to tchang@wlsmail.org. Please include your child's name and age in the message. Registered users will receive the Zoom link.
Join us for a fun and engaging Zoom preschool storytime featuring beloved picture books both old and new! Seasonal crafts will be included monthly.
For ages 3-5.
Remaining dates: Tues. 7/20, Tues. 7/27, Tues. 8/3, Tues. 8/10
Sign up is required via email to tchang@wlsmail.org. Please include your child's name and age in the message. Registered users will receive the Zoom link.
Open to those entering Grades 3 - 6 in Fall of 2021. Please note, these are Middle Grade books, and not every child entering 3rd grade may be reading Middle Grade.
Participants are expected to read the following five books, in this order: Saucy by Cynthia Kadohata, Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri, Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston, The Last Fallen Star by Graci Kim, and The Chance to Fly by Ali Stroker & Stacy Davidowitz.
The following tentative meeting dates remain. Please note revisions to book timeline: 8/11 (questions from Saucy, Everything Sad is Untrue, Amari and the Night Brothers and The Last Fallen Star), 8/18 (all five books), 8/25, and 9/1. We plan for a hybrid format. Participants can attend each meeting either in-person on our Reading Patio, or virtually on Zoom. If you attend in-person, please bring your own device (any device that can access the web) to use buzzin.live.
*For 2021, we are not participating in the county-wide virtual Battle of the Books. This program is modeled on BoB but will just involve our library this year.
Open to those entering Grades 3 - 6 in Fall of 2021. Please note, these are Middle Grade books, and not every child entering 3rd grade may be reading Middle Grade.
Participants are expected to read the following five books, in this order: Saucy by Cynthia Kadohata, Everything Sad is Untrue by Daniel Nayeri, Amari and the Night Brothers by B.B. Alston, The Last Fallen Star by Graci Kim, and The Chance to Fly by Ali Stroker & Stacy Davidowitz.
The following tentative meeting dates remain. Please note revisions to book timeline: 8/11 (questions from Saucy, Everything Sad is Untrue, Amari and the Night Brothers and The Last Fallen Star), 8/18 (all five books), 8/25, and 9/1. We plan for a hybrid format. Participants can attend each meeting either in-person on our Reading Patio, or virtually on Zoom. If you attend in-person, please bring your own device (any device that can access the web) to use buzzin.live.
*For 2021, we are not participating in the county-wide virtual Battle of the Books. This program is modeled on BoB but will just involve our library this year.
The Eastchester Public Library Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees is open to the public. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. and take place at the library. No RSVP necessary to attend.
The Eastchester Public Library Meeting of the Library Board of Trustees is open to the public. The meeting will begin at 6:30 p.m. and take place at the library. No RSVP necessary to attend.
Instructor Connie Manna will teach participants how to recreate a masterpiece! The Library will supply a free canvas to the first 20 participants registered! A short list of materials will be emailed to all participants prior to the class. No experience is necessary!
If this is your first class, you will receive a kit with paints, brushes and a canvas (limited to 20 people). If you have participated before, you will receive a free canvas and any additional paint colors you may need. Supplies can be picked up at the library.
Instructor Connie Manna will teach participants how to recreate a masterpiece! The Library will supply a free canvas to the first 20 participants registered! A short list of materials will be emailed to all participants prior to the class. No experience is necessary!
If this is your first class, you will receive a kit with paints, brushes and a canvas (limited to 20 people). If you have participated before, you will receive a free canvas and any additional paint colors you may need. Supplies can be picked up at the library.
Join us for a weekly Crochet Class!
Project: TBD
Please note: You should have a basic knowledge of crocheting in order to make all projects.
Open to ages 10 and up!
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & Password
Join us for a weekly Crochet Class!
Project: TBD
Please note: You should have a basic knowledge of crocheting in order to make all projects.
Open to ages 10 and up!
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & Password
Join us for a Book Discussion and Trivia for One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus.
Contact Amelia, abuccarelli@wlsmail.org to request a copy of this book.
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & Password.
Open to grades 6th-12th
Join us for a Book Discussion and Trivia for One of Us is Lying by Karen M. McManus.
Contact Amelia, abuccarelli@wlsmail.org to request a copy of this book.
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & Password.
Open to grades 6th-12th
Join us on Zoom to discuss At the Edge of the Haight by Katherine Seligman.
This book is available on Hoopla as an E-book and E-audiobook.
If you would like a physical copy of this book, please contact Amelia.
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & password!
Join us on Zoom to discuss At the Edge of the Haight by Katherine Seligman.
This book is available on Hoopla as an E-book and E-audiobook.
If you would like a physical copy of this book, please contact Amelia.
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & password!
OPEN TO TEENS AND ADULT!
This is a half hour yoga class that will meet online using ZOOM.
Online registration is required to receive the meeting number and password.
Registration closes 30 minutes before the program begins.
OPEN TO TEENS AND ADULT!
This is a half hour yoga class that will meet online using ZOOM.
Online registration is required to receive the meeting number and password.
Registration closes 30 minutes before the program begins.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
Try your hand at cupcake decorating! You'll have three cupcakes to decorate in three different designs! Please provide your own cupcakes. All other decorating materials will be provided.
Registration required to receive Zoom ID and Password and to reserve your decorating materials.
**Please Note: This is a Hybrid Program. This means that there will be 15 spots available for teens to attend this program in person. Once those 15 spots fill up, the rest of the participants will be able to join via Zoom. **
Zoom Attendees ONLY: Pick up the kit for this program starting on Tuesday, August 10th
Open to grades 6th-12th
Earn 100 points towards Summer Reading Prizes by attending this program!
Try your hand at cupcake decorating! You'll have three cupcakes to decorate in three different designs! Please provide your own cupcakes. All other decorating materials will be provided.
Registration required to receive Zoom ID and Password and to reserve your decorating materials.
**Please Note: This is a Hybrid Program. This means that there will be 15 spots available for teens to attend this program in person. Once those 15 spots fill up, the rest of the participants will be able to join via Zoom. **
Zoom Attendees ONLY: Pick up the kit for this program starting on Tuesday, August 10th
Open to grades 6th-12th
Earn 100 points towards Summer Reading Prizes by attending this program!
Join us for a weekly Crochet Class!
Project: TBD
Please note: You should have a basic knowledge of crocheting in order to make all projects.
Open to ages 10 and up!
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & Password
Join us for a weekly Crochet Class!
Project: TBD
Please note: You should have a basic knowledge of crocheting in order to make all projects.
Open to ages 10 and up!
Online registration required to receive Zoom ID & Password
OPEN TO TEENS AND ADULT!
This is a half hour yoga class that will meet online using ZOOM.
Online registration is required to receive the meeting number and password.
Registration closes 30 minutes before the program begins.
OPEN TO TEENS AND ADULT!
This is a half hour yoga class that will meet online using ZOOM.
Online registration is required to receive the meeting number and password.
Registration closes 30 minutes before the program begins.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
OPEN TO TEENS AND ADULT!
This is a half hour yoga class that will meet online using ZOOM.
Online registration is required to receive the meeting number and password.
Registration closes 30 minutes before the program begins.
OPEN TO TEENS AND ADULT!
This is a half hour yoga class that will meet online using ZOOM.
Online registration is required to receive the meeting number and password.
Registration closes 30 minutes before the program begins.
The Suspect by Laurali R. Wright called Canada's Queen of Crime Fiction. It won the Edgar Allan Poe Award from the Mystery Writers of America, for Best Novel of 1985. Murder in a sleepy community on Canada's Sunshine Coast. This program will take place in person and via ZOOM.
The Suspect by Laurali R. Wright called Canada's Queen of Crime Fiction. It won the Edgar Allan Poe Award from the Mystery Writers of America, for Best Novel of 1985. Murder in a sleepy community on Canada's Sunshine Coast. This program will take place in person and via ZOOM.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
“Limber Up Chair Yoga” is taught by Diane Negvesky who teaches for the Rye YMCA and leads classes and fitness instruction at The Osborn in Rye for Independent Living. The 30 minute class includes seated and standing exercises with the support of a chair.
The zoom classroom opens at 11:00 a.m. to allow students time before the actual class begins at 11:15 a.m. Please enter early so that class can begin promptly at 11:15. Thank you.
Tanisha is back with Part 2 of Bad Divas at the Opera! Opera divas seem to have a good time reveling in their evil deeds or revenge getting the last word-or do they? Join Tanisha for a fun discussion exploring The Queen of the Night from Mozart's The Magic Flute, Lady Macbeth from Verdi's Macbeth and Carmen from Bizet's Carmen. Registration required to receive ZOOM info
Tanisha is back with Part 2 of Bad Divas at the Opera! Opera divas seem to have a good time reveling in their evil deeds or revenge getting the last word-or do they? Join Tanisha for a fun discussion exploring The Queen of the Night from Mozart's The Magic Flute, Lady Macbeth from Verdi's Macbeth and Carmen from Bizet's Carmen. Registration required to receive ZOOM info
