Lewisboro Library

(Virtual) Weaver's Dream Catchers
2020-07-21 17:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York)
Via Zoom. Grades 6 and Up.
Weaving is an art technique rooted in cultures around the world. It is a big part of American Indian and African heritage. Come learn the technique of radial weaving to create a dream catcher, using yarn and discarded DVDs. Led by local artist and educator Samantha Kanner.
Please register below for the Zoom link, then stop by our Curbside Tent to pick up your supply kit. For more information, call 914-875-9004 or email doloreslewisboro@yahoo.com.
You will receive the Zoom link the day before.

(Virtual) Middle School Summertime Read!
2020-07-21 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom. Teens entering or in middle school.
Book to be discussed July 21: I Am Number Four by Pittacus Lore. (The books were slow to arrive, so we’re giving everyone an extra week.)
Book is available at Lewisboro Library and as a eBook through Overdrive or Libby and at the JJMS eBook library.
Please register below. You will receive the Zoom link the day before.

(Live AND Virtual) Summer Book Bites
2020-07-28 19:00 - 20:00
Live AND via Zoom. For High School Ages.
We will meet (weather permitting) on the front lawn of the Library with assigned spots six feet apart. But we also have the option to tune in via Zoom for those who can’t make it to the Library.
No matter how you participate, we ask that you register below. If the weather is bad, we’ll all meet via Zoom, so everyone will get a Zoom link just in case.
If you have questions, please email doloreslewisboro@yahoo.com.
Book is available at the Library to pick up, as an eBook on Overdrive or Libby and as an audiobook on hoopla.
Book to be discussed July 28 is Ballad of the Songbirds and Snakes by Suzanne Collins. (The books were slow to arrive, so we’re giving everyone an extra week.)

(Virtual) Teen Advisory Group
2020-07-28 19:30 - 20:30
Teens in Middle and High School
The Lewisboro Library Teen Advisory Group helps plan special events for teens and younger children. The group also helps select book titles for thee teen collection. To join TAG, please contact Dolores Antonetz at (914) 875-9004.

(Virtual) Origami Classes for Teens
2020-07-29 17:00 - 18:00, 2020-08-03 17:00 - 18:00
Teen Vihan J. will lead a series of daytime and evening origami classes as a community service to engage teens in a fun and interactive activity. These classes will run for an hour, during which participants will make 1 or 2 models. Participants in the classes can use their own paper, or arrange to pick up double-sided origami paper from the Library. Classes are small, registration is required. PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS.

Registrants will receive the Zoom invite with link the day before.
A note from Vihan: “In order to help our neighbors dealing with food insecurity and working on the front lines during this very challenging time, I have set up a GoFundMe Page for anyone who would like to donate – 100% of proceeds will benefit the Daily Bread Food Pantry (a 501(c)3 non-profit that serves 700-800 families monthly in Danbury and surrounding areas) and to provide origami supplies to children of essential workers.” If you have any questions, please email vj.eclasses@gmail.com.

(Virtual) UPDATE: College Admissions, the Holistic Review Process and Community Service in the time of COVID-19
2020-07-29 19:00 - 20:00
For Parents and Teens.
We are offering this update to our Zoom presentation for families on how the college admissions landscape is changing due to COVID-19 and what impact it will have on rising Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores.
The college admissions process is undergoing significant and lasting changes as many colleges and universities have gone test optional.
This means that admissions officers will give more weight to college essays, extracurricular activities, teacher recommendations and community service projects when they review applications as part of the holistic review process.
This program covers how admissions officers are handling the current situation and how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to stand out and increase their chances for admission.

The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper of Stand Out For College, LLC.
Please RSVP to ron@standoutforcollege.com. You will receive a private invitation with a Zoom link in reply.

(Virtual) Teen Bio Bracelets
2020-08-04 17:00 - 18:00
Via Zoom. For Grades 6 and Up. Offered on two separate dates to accommodate your schedule.
Select words that describe “who you are” from recycled books and magazine pages. Then decoupage them on to a wooden bangle bracelet, creating a one of a kind treasure!
Please register below for the Zoom link, then stop by our Curbside Tent the week before to pick up your materials kit. For more information, call 914-875-9004 or email doloreslewisboro@yahoo.com.
You will receive the Zoom link the day before.

(Virtual) Magnetic Locker Mirror
2020-08-05 17:00 - 18:00
Via Zoom. Grades 6 and Up. We are offering two sessions to accommodate your schedule.
With school starting up, let’s make a unique mirror you can use in your locker!
Please register below for the Zoom link, then stop by our Curbside Tent the week before to pick up your materials kit. For more information, call 914-875-9004 or email doloreslewisboro@yahoo.com.
You will receive the Zoom link the day before.

(Live AND Virtual) Middle School Summertime Read!
2020-08-11 19:00 - 20:00
Live AND via Zoom. For those entering or in Middle School.
We will meet (weather permitting) on the front lawn of the Library with assigned spots six feet apart. But we also have the option to tune in via Zoom for those who can’t make it to the Library.
No matter how you participate, we ask that you register below. If the weather is bad, we’ll all meet via Zoom, so everyone will get a Zoom link just in case.
If you have questions, please email doloreslewisboro@yahoo.com.
Book to be discussed at the meeting, Life As We Knew It by Susan Beth Pfeffer.
Book is available at Lewisboro Library and as a eBook through Overdrive or Libby and at the JJMS eBook library.

(Virtual) Hand Sewing Workshop: Pet Bow Ties
2020-08-12 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom. For Teens and Adults.
Make the perfect little accessory for your perfect pet! Even pets need to be fancy sometimes!
Supply List:
3 pieces of cotton fabric at least 11” x 4”
Pet collar or leash
A needle, thread, ruler, pencil/pen, scissors.

Please register below. A Zoom invite with link will be emailed the day before.

(Live AND Virtual) Summer Book Bites
2020-08-18 19:00 - 20:00
Live AND via Zoom. For High School Ages.
We will meet (weather permitting) on the front lawn of the Library with assigned spots six feet apart. But we also have the option to tune in via Zoom for those who can’t make it to the Library.
No matter how you participate, we ask that you register below. If the weather is bad, we’ll all meet via Zoom, so everyone will get a Zoom link just in case.
If you have questions, please email doloreslewisboro@yahoo.com.
Book to be discussed is American Gods by Neil Gaiman.
Book is available as an eBook on Overdrive or Libby and as an audiobook on hoopla.

(Virtual) Advanced Origami Workshop
2020-08-21 15:00 - 16:00
Via Zoom. For Adults & Teens

Origami is the ancient art of paper folding. Teen Vihan J. has been leading a series of beginning origami classes as a community service to engage teens and adults in a fun and interactive activity. Some participants are more advanced, so we have added Advanced Origami Workshops on Friday afternoons for those who are interested in working with Vihan on more intricate models. Participants in the class can use their own paper, or arrange to pick up origami paper from the Library. Classes are small, registration is required. PLEASE REGISTER FOR EACH CLASS.

Registrants will receive the Zoom invite with link the day before.
A note from Vihan: “In order to help our neighbors dealing with food insecurity and working on the front lines during this very challenging time, I have set up a GoFundMe Page for anyone who would like to donate – 100% of proceeds will benefit the Daily Bread Food Pantry (a 501(c)3 non-profit that serves 700-800 families monthly in Danbury and surrounding areas) and to provide origami supplies to children of essential workers.” If you have any questions, please email vj.eclasses@gmail.com.

(Virtual) Teen Summer Reading Prize Party
2020-08-24 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom. Grades 6 and Up
Our culmination of the Teen Summer Reading Challenge, Here’s your chance to redeem all those points you accumulated by logging books and tasks and exchange them for raffle tickets. You will then use those raffle tickets for a chance to win a prize!
All reading must be logged by Friday, August 14 – no exceptions!
Dolores will then tally everyone’s raffle tickets and send a raffle count and link to prize selection form to fill out and submit before the Prize Party. The address of the form is https://forms.gle/26ogmCE535NA9LoP7 The form is due no later than Friday, August 21. Under each prize photo, please enter the number of your tickets you would like allocated for that particular prize. If you are not interested in a prize, please enter “0” under the picture. Your total must match the the raffle ticket count sent to you. Remember to click on SUBMIT at the end when you have completed the form.
On Monday, August 24, your raffle tickets will be placed in your requested prize(s) container for a live drawing the night of the prize party. If your name is drawn more than once, you have the option of selecting which of the drawn prizes you want. (This option is only available for those watching the drawing live – so register below to watch!)

Please register below. You will receive the Zoom link the day before.

(Virtual) Teen Advisory Group
2020-08-25 19:30 - 20:30
Teens in Middle and High School
The Lewisboro Library Teen Advisory Group helps plan special events for teens and younger children. The group also helps select book titles for the teen collection. This meeting will solidify our teen programs for the fall. To join TAG, please contact Dolores Antonetz at (914) 875-9004.

Teen Yoga on the Lawn
2020-08-26 17:00 - 18:00
Teen Yoga on the Lawn with instructor Ellen of Firefly Yoga. She will provide teens with techniques to help them de-stress and relax as the new school year approaches. Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

Space is limited. Please register below.

(Virtual) Middle Reads!
2020-09-15 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom. For teens in Grades 6 – 8.
Join us for monthly book discussions and socializing! Books will be available for pickup at the Library.
The book selection for September 15 is Breathe: A Ghost Story, by Cliff McNish.
Please register below to receive your Zoom invite. The Zoom invite with link will be emailed the day before.

Dungeons & Dragons
2020-09-19 16:00 - 18:00, 2020-10-10 16:00 - 18:00
For Teens in Middle & High School.
Dungeon Masters Al and Zac Pezone lead this popular fantasy game for new and experienced players, broken into two separate small groups that gather at the Library for socially distanced meetings. Heroes are guided through quests for treasure, battles and daring rescues.
This program is full; please call 875-9004 to be placed on the waiting list.

(Virtual) Teen Advisory Group
2020-09-22 19:30 - 20:30, 2020-10-27 19:30 - 20:30, 2020-11-24 19:30 - 20:30
Via Zoom. For Teens in Middle & High School.
The Lewisboro Library Teen Advisory Group (or “TAG”) helps plan special events for teens and younger children. Creative thinkers are especially needed to help develop engaging programs for our teens during this pandemic.
Being part of TAG looks great on your college resume.
To join TAG, please contact Dolores Antonetz at 875-9004.

Teen Yoga on the Lawn
2020-09-23 17:00 - 18:00
For Teens in Middle & High School.

Join fellow teens for Yoga on the Lawn with an instructor from Firefly Yoga. She will provide teens with techniques to help them de-stress and relax throughout the new school year. Please bring your own yoga mat and water bottle.

Space is limited because of social distancing. Please register below.

Teen Pumpkin Creations
2020-10-07 16:00 - 17:00
Live on the Library Lawn. Teens in Middle & High School
What better time than early October to meet on the front lawn of the library and get creative! Lets take a simple pumpkin and turn it into a work of art using paint, feathers, gems and anything else we can think of!
Space is limited. Please register below.

(Virtual) Middle Reads
2020-10-13 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom. For teens in Grades 6 – 8.
Join us for monthly book discussions and socializing! Books will be available for pickup at the Library.
The book selection for October 13 is Navigating Early, by Clare Vanderpool.
Please register below to receive your Zoom invite. The Zoom invite with link will be emailed the day before.

(Virtual) How Covid-19 Has Changed College Admissions
2020-10-21 19:00 - 20:30
Via Zoom.
The latest update in a series designed to help families understand how COVID-19 has changed the college admissions landscape and how it will affect Freshmen, Sophomores, and Juniors.
The college admissions process is undergoing significant and lasting changes. Many colleges and universities have gone test optional for this current admissions cycle and will evaluate standardized testing going forward. With the opportunity for visiting colleges curtailed, discover how students can engage with colleges virtually to help them develop a preliminary list of colleges to consider visiting when campuses are fully open.
This program covers how students can position themselves to develop a compelling narrative to increase their chances for admission, as well as the importance of community service to help a student stand out from other applicants.
The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC.
Please RSVP to ron@standoutforcollege.com. You will receive an invitation with a Zoom link in reply.

(Virtual) Halloween Origami!
2020-10-28 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom. For adults and teens.

Our Origami guru Vihan is back, with a special Halloween-themed Origami class! Learn the art of paper folding at this special holiday session. You can use your own paper, or stop by the Library for a packet of Halloween-color Origami paper.

Please register below to receive your Zoom link, which will be emailed the day before.

Vihan does this as a community service: “In order to help our neighbors dealing with food insecurity and working on the front lines during this very challenging time, I have set up a GoFundMe Page for anyone who would like to donate – 100% of proceeds will benefit the Daily Bread Food Pantry (a 501(c)3 non-profit that serves 700-800 families monthly in Danbury and surrounding areas) and to provide origami supplies to children of essential workers.” If you have any questions, please email vj.eclasses@gmail.com.

Teen Adventure Hike!
2020-11-03 10:30 - 12:00
For Teens in Middle & High School.
Our annual teen outing co-sponsored with the Lewisboro Land Trust. This guided hike will be at the Mount Holly PRESERVE* in Katonah, which is spread out on 250 acres and was once a dairy farm. Hikers should meet at the corner of Mt Holly Road and Mt Holly Road East*; on-street parking is available on the north side of Mt. Holly Road East.*

Please wear a face mask or face covering. Bring a water bottle and a snack.

All hikers must download and fill out this waiver to bring with you that day (copies will also be available at the start of the hike) – 201103 hike waiver.
* Not to be confused with the Mt. Holly Sanctuary. If you want an address to put into your GPS, use 1 Mt Holly Road EAST.
Space is limited. Please register below so we have your email in case of bad weather. Rain date is Wednesday, November 11.

(Virtual) Middle Reads
2020-11-10 19:00 - 20:30
Via Zoom. For teens in Grades 6 – 8.
Join us for monthly book discussions and socializing! Books will be available for pickup at the Library.
The book selection for November 10 is Peak, by Roland Smith.
Please register below to receive your Zoom invite the day before.

(Virtual) Turkey Day Challenge!
2020-11-18 17:00 - 17:30
Via Facebook Live. For all ages.
Thanksgiving will be very different this year. Whether families are able to celebrate together, or remotely via Zoom, we’ve put together this fun video with ideas for games that can be played by all ages that day, whether together or apart.
Tune in to watch Children’s Librarian Anna Moser take on Teen Librarian Dolores Antonetz in their ultimate Turkey Day Showdown!
If you choose to hold a Virtual Scavenger Hunt that day, print out this suggested list – but no peeking in advance! Just email to your remote family members.
