Lewisboro Library

Library Fair Pre-Sale: Attic Treasures $25 Early Access
2024-09-20 10:00 - 14:00 (America/New_York)
Shoppers who can’t wait for Fair Day can pay $25 to get early access to shopping at Attic Treasures today from 10 am to 2 pm.
VIP Ticket Holders are admitted free of charge.
Click HERE for Fair details and info on purchasing VIP Tickets.

Lewisboro Library Fair at Onatru Farm
2024-09-21 10:00 - 16:00
The annual Lewisboro Library Fair is back! The Fair will be held rain or shine, on Saturday, September 21 from 10 am to 4 pm at Onatru Farm Park (99 Elmwood Road in South Salem).
The Library Fair is one of the largest community events in Lewisboro. It has something for all ages: Book Sale, Attic Treasures Sale, Car Show, Silent Auction, Vendor Market, Beer Garden, Kids Zone, Food Trucks, Music, plus the always popular Dunk Tank!
For complete details, please click HERE.

Library Fair After-Sales: Books & Attic Treasures
2024-09-22 10:00 - 14:00
The Library Fair After-Sales have great bargains on the remaining Books and Attic Treasures.
The Sales are at Onatru Farm (99 Elmwood Road in South Salem) from 10 am to 2 pm.
Admission is free.

Monday Film Series - Politics on Film: "The Best Man"
2024-09-23 13:00 - 15:00
Leading up to the November 5 Election, our Monday Afternoon Film Series will feature critically-acclaimed films that take a look at the inner workings of political campaigns. The theme is “Politics on Film: Campaigning through the Decades.”
The Best Man (1964) stars Henry Fonda and Cliff Robertson in the story of a presidential primary with no good candidates.
Space is limited, please register below.

(Virtual) Successfully Navigating College Admissions
2024-09-25 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom. For Juniors, Sophomores & Freshmen with their Parents

This presentation is to help families of juniors, sophomores and freshmen understand the college admissions process and how to successfully navigate the recent changes.
Hear about: current college admissions trends, admissions strategies, the changing test-optional environment, the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit for your child, a timeline and other action steps that can be taken to make this fall productive and help reduce the stress around the college admissions process.
We’ll examine the holistic admissions review process, what admissions officers consider important when they review applicants, and how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission.
Learn about the importance of community service, how it can provide an opportunity for meaningful experiences, personal growth and a way to showcase a student’s character. Admissions officers place great emphasis on a student’s character and how the student has been able to give back and help others.
This program is recommended for parents and their high school teens and is a detailed and strategic overview of what students should focus on for a successful college admissions process.
The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com)
Please register for the Zoom link HERE. If you can’t make this date, the program will also be offered on October 22.

Lewisboro Library Book Group: "After You'd Gone"
2024-09-25 19:30 - 20:30
The Lewisboro Library Book Group usually meets at the Library on the last Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
This month the group will be discussing After You’d Gone, by Maggie O’Farrell. It follows the main character of Alice, and her mental journey through her own past, after a traffic accident has left her in a coma. It is a love story about how our choices can reverberate through the generations, as it slowly draws us closer to a dark family secret.
Books are available through the Westchester Library System and copies are often ordered in advance for members to pick up at the Library. New members are always welcome in this adult, co-ed book group. For more information contact Myrna or Steve Shomstein at (914) 533-2550.

Stitch Together Evening
2024-09-26 19:00 - 20:30
This casual, monthly gathering is for those who want to work on needle crafts (knit/crochet/cross-stitch/quilting, etc) while meeting and chatting with neighbors. It usually meets on the third Thursday of the month – this month it will meet the fourth Thursday due to the Library Fair Pre-Sales. Bring a project you are working on.

Catch up on people’s craft projects and what is going on in Town – and beyond.
If you are interested in attending, please register below so we can add you to the contact list, in case we need to switch the meeting date some month.

Author Panel: So You've Finished Your Book ... Now What?
2024-09-29 15:00 - 16:00
Working on a book, but not sure of the next steps? Local published authors Ed Perratore, Samantha Talbot and Richard Finn share their insights and advice on navigating and managing the byzantine, confusing, frustrating and intimidating publishing industry to successfully get your book out to the public.
They will discuss:
* The difficulties of attracting risk-averse traditional publishers
* How to go about “indie” publishing, with pros and cons
* How to market your finished product … and more.
About the Panel:
Ed Perratore’s books include two horror novels: The Coven Tree and Hindred Spirits. He is well into a third horror novel, based in upper Westchester. His other published book is the nonfiction work One Man’s Journey: A Walk on the Croton Aqueduct Trail. Ed’s career has been in magazine writing and editing at Consumer Reports, PC Magazine and other renowned publications.
Samantha (Sam) Talbot is a self-proclaimed weirdo and lover of the morbid, mysterious, and macabre. Her dark historical fantasy, A Thunderbolt Into Nettle, is based on the gruesome legacy of Hungarian countess Elizabeth Bathory, who is thought to have murdered hundreds of young women in the early 17th century.
Richard Finn has spent his professional life in the sports industry. He has a long and accomplished career as a sports journalist for many leading newspapers and news organizations, including USA Today, New York Times, Chicago Tribune and Associated Press. Hildy’s Promise is his first full-length novel. A crime thriller set in Westchester County, it centers around a golf champion with a kidnapped wife, who is ordered to meet her kidnappers for 18 holes of golf to secure her freedom – but there is an unnerving set of rules for the game….
Please register below.

Citizen Preparedness Training Program
2024-09-30 19:00 - 20:00
September is National Preparedness Month – a great time to learn how to be prepared for emergencies and disasters! This one-hour program, led by members of the National Guard, will go over the steps you need to take to prepare for an emergency.

The Preparedness Training Program teaches residents to have the tools and resources to prepare for any type of disaster, respond accordingly and recover as quickly as possible. Participants will be advised on how to properly prepare for any natural or man-made disaster, including developing a family emergency plan and stocking up on emergency supplies. Each family that attends will receive one Preparedness kit (see below.)

Registration has closed for this program, but please call the Library to see if any spots have opened up. (914) 875-9004.

Poems of Autumn: Reading & Discussion
2024-10-06 15:00 - 16:30
Our seasonal poetry discussions continue with a look at poems by Robert Frost and John Keats.
The session will be geared toward discussion, and everyone is encouraged to take part. The Library will provide copies of the poems.
Led by David Sanders, Professor Emeritus of English and a resident of South Salem.
Space is limited, please register below.

Afternoon Film Series - Politics on Film: "The Candidate"
2024-10-07 13:00 - 15:00
Leading up to the November 5 Election, our Monday Afternoon Film Series will feature critically-acclaimed films that take a look at the inner workings of political campaigns. The theme is “Politics on Film: Campaigning through the Decades.”
The Candidate (1972) stars Robert Redford as a candidate who keeps running, even though he isn’t sure he wants the job.
Space is limited, please register below.

Living with Lewisboro Wildlife
2024-10-07 19:00 - 20:00
Do you ever wonder about which wild and elusive creatures share our landscape?
In this Wolf Conservation Center community outreach program, they will give an update on the findings of their local remote camera survey. The presentation will include photos of the wildlife they have seen so far in Leon Levy and Brownell Preserve.
Space is limited, please register via the Wolf Conservation Center website. If there is no longer a registration option, it means the program has filled up.

Estate Planning for Unmarried Couples & Partners
2024-10-08 19:00 - 20:00
This seminar is designed specifically for unmarried couples to navigate the complexities of estate planning. The session will cover essential documents and strategies to ensure your wishes are honored and your partner is protected.
Topics include creating wills, setting up trusts, designating power of attorney, and healthcare directives. Learn how you, or people you know, can safeguard assets and provide for loved ones, even without legal marital status.
Presented by Veronica Mcilraith, of Mcilraith & Associates.
Please register below.

Transforming Turf: A Discussion on Lawn Alternatives
2024-10-10 19:00 - 20:00
Reducing the size of your lawn is a hot topic, and on the minds of many homeowners. Join us for an overview of the options, advantages and disadvantages. This program will be presented by Graham Glauber, and is sponsored by the Lewisboro Garden Club.

Graham Glauber has worked in many areas of the green industry including nursery sales, landscape design and construction, estate horticulture and private consultation. He received his B.S. in Sustainable Landscape Horticulture from the University of Vermont, and has taught several classes at the New York Botanical Garden. He currently serves as the Estate Manager overseeing all horticulture operations at AP Farm in Cross River, New York.

Please register below.

Lewisboro Seniors Book Group: "Behind the Beautiful Forevers"
2024-10-16 11:00 - 12:00
Our group meets in person on (usually) the third Wednesday of the month during the Lewisboro Senior Adults meeting at the Stevens Memorial United Methodist Church. The church is located at 9 Shady Lane, South Salem All seniors are welcome!
This month the group will be discussing Behind the Beautiful Forevers: Life, Death, and Hope in a Mumbai Undercity. This non-fiction book, written by the Pulitzer Prize-winner Katherine Boo, won the National Book Award and the Los Angeles Times Book Prize, among many others.
The Library will provide copies of the book to all participants. Large print copies are also available upon request. Please contact the Library if you need a copy of the book – (914) 875-9004 or lewisborolibrary@gmail.com. The book is also available as an eBook and audiobook via Overdrive/Libby.

Community Crafters: Puzzles, Posies & Puppies!
2024-10-16 13:00 - 14:00
We have another great project for those who love to craft – and give back to others in our community!
Crafters will stencil fall puzzles and make “Tea for Thee” teabag holders for our Homebound Senior Adults in Lewisboro. Each gift bag will also include a pack of Autumn Word Games with a Puppy Pencil, Hydrangea Notecards, tea, sweets, and a delicious homemade Boterkoek (Dutch Butter Cake) from Peter Rose. A vase of fresh fall flowers will be given with each gift.
Please register below.

Demystifying Medicare and Healthcare Options for Seniors
2024-10-19 10:15 - 13:30
A must for anyone trying to navigate their way through our complicated healthcare system for older adults. It will help those who already have Medicare, as well as people soon to be 65, planning their retirement, or assisting relatives and friends with their medical decisions.
This engaging, interactive program outlines the various parts of Medicare and lays out the costs associated with the medical and drug insurance provided by the government and private companies.
Topics include:
Original Medicare
Medicare Advantage Plans
Prescription drug plans (Part D)
Medigaps (supplemental plans)
Various cost-saving programs (MSPs, Extra Help, EPIC, etc.)
This program is approximately three hours long. Space is limited and registration is required. Please register below. If registration is full, please email the Library to be placed on the wait list, or register for the next session on Thursday, November 7.

Afternoon Film Series - Politics on Film: "Wag the Dog"
2024-10-21 13:00 - 15:00
Leading up to the November 5 Election, our Monday Afternoon Film Series will feature critically-acclaimed films that take a look at the inner workings of political campaigns. The theme is “Politics on Film: Campaigning through the Decades.”
Wag the Dog (1997) stars Dustin Hoffman and Robert De Niro in a dark satire of optics and politics.
Space is limited, please register below.

Trivia Night at the Horse and Hound
2024-10-21 19:00 - 21:00
TRICKY TRIVIA IS BACK!

Join us this fall for THREE evenings of trivia at the Horse and Hound in support of the Lewisboro Library!

Get ready for even more challenging questions and fun. Questions will cover a range of topics, from general knowledge, pop culture, history, sports and more. A great way to gather with your neighbors and compete for the title of Lewisboro Trivia Champions!
Trivia Dates:
Monday, October 21
Tuesday, November 12
Monday, December 16
The best way to reserve seating is to form your team (ideally 2 – 5 players), and then have a team captain purchase seats for the group. Knowing the number on each team will help us in setting up the venue before everyone arrives. Of course, individual players are also welcome!
Reserved seats are $25 per player per trivia night, and include a complimentary miniature cheese plate for each table. Planning to join for all three trivia nights? Purchase a bundle good for one ticket for each night for $65! A reduced Pub Menu and cash bar will also be available. We recommend teams arrive early to beat the rush and place their food/drink orders before the games begin at 7 pm!
Hurry and reserve your spot today – space is limited and this WILL sell out quickly! Purchase your reserved seats at the Library or online HERE.

Thank you to the Horse and Hound for hosting again!!

(Virtual) 7 Ways to Support Your Student’s Studying & Executive Functions Without Losing Your Mind
2024-10-24 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom.
In this engaging seminar, parents will learn practical tools to support their children’s study practices and executive functions, to ensure their success in school.
Parents will learn:

What are the study skills all students need to be successful in school?
Why executive functions are essential to your student’s success
Why time management and organization are critical
How can your child eliminate distractions when they study?
How your child can avoid feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and anxious
How to keep your student on track and on task
What can you do as a parent to support your child’s study practice?

This webinar is free, but registration is required. Please register HERE.

Stitch Together Evening
2024-10-24 19:00 - 20:30
This casual, monthly gathering is for those who want to work on needle crafts (knit/crochet/cross-stitch/quilting, etc) while meeting and chatting with neighbors. It usually meets on the third Thursday of the month. Bring a project you are working on.

Catch up on people’s craft projects and what is going on in Town – and beyond.
If you are interested in attending, please email info@lewisborolibrary.org. We can add you to the contact list, in case we need to switch the meeting date some month.

Inside the Winchester Mystery House
2024-10-27 15:00 - 16:00
The infamous Winchester Mystery House was built by an heir to the Winchester Rifle Company fortune, who was told by a psychic medium to build a magnificent house to appease the spirits of those killed by the guns manufactured by her family’s company. But there was one catch — if she ever stopped building onto the house, she would die! Rooms were continuously added from 1866 until her death in 1922. Today, the 161-room labyrinth of a mansion is known as the Winchester Mystery House. Join lecturer Barry Pirro as he explores one of the most mysterious, and interesting houses ever built. See historic and current photos of the house, and come along as he narrates a virtual tour of the interior.
Join lecturer Barry Pirro, aka “The Connecticut Ghost Hunter,” as he explores one of the most mysterious, and interesting houses ever built. View historic and current photos of the house, and come along as he narrates a virtual tour of the interior.
Please register below.

Lewisboro Library Book Group - "The Measure"
2024-10-30 19:30 - 20:30
The Lewisboro Library Book Group usually meets at the Library on the last Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
This month the group will be discussing The Measure, the debut novel by Nikki Erlick. On one day, the world awakes to a box at the doorstep of every adult. Inside the box is a string that correlates to the length of your life. The story follows eight ordinary people who must make the choice whether to open the box and live with the consequences.
Books are available through the Westchester Library System and copies are often ordered in advance for members to pick up at the Library. New members are always welcome in this adult, co-ed book group. For more information contact Myrna or Steve Shomstein at (914) 533-2550.

Legacy Planning Beyond Wealth
2024-11-02 11:00 - 12:00
Estate planning is not just about wills. Veronica Mcilraith of Mcilraith & Associates leads this seminar on planning for the non-financial aspects of your legacy.
Topics covered include: creating a lasting legacy through storytelling, ethical wills and personal letters, and incorporating family values and traditions into estate planning.
Space is limited, please register below.

Afternoon Film Series - Politics on Film: "Game Change"
2024-11-04 13:00 - 15:00
Leading up to the November 5 Election, our Monday Afternoon Film Series will feature critically-acclaimed films that take a look at the inner workings of political campaigns. The theme is “Politics on Film: Campaigning through the Decades.”
Game Change (2012) is based on events of the 2008 presidential campaign of John McCain, and stars Ed Harris and Julianne Moore.
Space is limited, please register below.

Demystifying Medicare & Healthcare Options for Seniors
2024-11-07 10:15 - 13:30
A must for anyone trying to navigate their way through our complicated healthcare system for older adults. It will help those who already have Medicare, as well as people soon to be 65, planning their retirement, or assisting relatives and friends with their medical decisions.
This engaging, interactive program outlines the various parts of Medicare and lays out the costs associated with the medical and drug insurance provided by the government and private companies.
Topics include:
Original Medicare
Medicare Advantage Plans
Prescription drug plans (Part D)
Medigaps (supplemental plans)
Various cost-saving programs (MSPs, Extra Help, EPIC, etc.)
This program is approximately three hours long. Space is limited and registration is required. Please register below. If registration is full, please email the Library to be placed on the wait list.

Trivia Night at the Horse and Hound - SOLD OUT!
2024-11-12 19:00 - 21:00
TRICKY TRIVIA IS BACK!

Join us this fall for exciting evenings of trivia at the Horse and Hound in support of the Lewisboro Library!

Get ready for even more challenging questions and fun. Questions will cover a range of topics, from general knowledge, pop culture, history, sports and more. A great way to gather with your neighbors and compete for the title of Lewisboro Trivia Champions!
Trivia Dates:
Tuesday, November 12
Monday, December 16
The best way to reserve seating is to form your team (ideally 2 – 5 players), and then have a team captain purchase seats for the group. Knowing the number on each team will help us in setting up the venue before everyone arrives. Of course, individual players are also welcome!
Reserved seats are $25 per player per trivia night, and include a complimentary miniature cheese plate for each table. A reduced Pub Menu and cash bar will also be available. We recommend teams arrive early to beat the rush and place their food/drink orders before the games begin at 7 pm!
Hurry and reserve your spot today! Purchase your reserved seats at the Library or online HERE.

Thank you to the Horse and Hound for hosting again!!

In Their Own Words: Lewisboro Voices from the Past
2024-11-17 14:00 - 15:30
Come meet residents of Lewisboro past, through readings taken from their letters, diaries, sermons and poems.

From a 1809 poem about Sarah Bishop to the words of John Lewis and Henry Wallace, and the poems and letters of Lucy G. Mead, a member of the Waccabuc Mead family. Witness a view of our town from ordinary people in the early twentieth century, including the words of soldiers of the two world wars. These readings will keep a smile on your face and a tear in your eye.

Readings will be performed by residents of Lewisboro present-day, aided by Town Historian Maureen Koehl.

Please register below.

Afternoon Film: "Fly Me to the Moon"
2024-11-18 13:00 - 15:00
Our afternoon film series continues with a showing of the 2024 film Fly Me to the Moon.
Brought in to fix NASA’s public image, sparks fly as marketing maven Kelly Jones wreaks havoc on launch director Cole Davis’s already difficult task of pulling off NASA’s historic Apollo 11 moon landing.
Space is limited, please register below.

Earring Design Workshop
2024-11-19 19:00 - 20:30
For Adults & Teens
Have fun socializing with neighbors – while giving back to those less fortunate. Please join us as we make earrings to donate to women’s shelters. For every pair that you make and keep, you must donate a pair to charity.

This workshop is led by Joan Lloyd, who donates over 900 pairs of earrings each month and has been offering workshops at the Library for over 10 years.
Space is limited, please register below.
