Lewisboro Library

Teen Hike & Survival Skills Instruction
2024-11-05 10:30 - 12:30 (America/New_York)
For Teens in Middle & High School
No school due to Election Day – so join other teens for a hike and to learn survival skills and primitive tool making with Eric Stone of the Rewilding School!
The Teen Survival Skills program is interactive, hands-on and designed to teach young adults essential survival techniques such as starting a fire and tool making. Teens will gain the confidence and knowledge to handle outdoor challenges safely and effectively. Participants will hike from Michigan Road through the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation trails to learn about safety and fundamental hiking skills before stopping to work on fire making skills on site. We’ll hike from 10:30 to 12/12:30 and then end with pizza lunch.
Appropriate layers, sturdy shoes, water, and a snack as needed, are recommended for this program. We will continue the program in light rain. In the case of heavy rain or other inclement weather, we will move the program indoors to the Lewisboro Library conference room and adjust the program accordingly.

This hike is co-sponsored by the Lewisboro Land Trust. All hikers must download and fill out this waiver – Lewisboro Land Trust Release-Hold Harmless Agreement – to bring with you that day. Copies will also be available at the start of the hike.
Space is limited. Please register below so we have your email in case we need to change location.
Meet and pick up are at the Michigan Road parking lot in Ward Pound Ridge Reservation, which is located at Reservation Rd., Pound Ridge, NY 10576. The entrance is off of Route 121/Old Post Rd. just south of Route 35. Entrance to the park will be FREE. After entering, take the first right onto Michigan Rd., follow it all the way to the parking lot at the end. Signs will be placed to help you find it. Click HERE to learn more about Ward Pound Ridge Reservation.
Note: photographs are often taken at our events to post on social media and our website. Please let the event leader know if you would prefer your teen not be photographed.

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.

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.

Halloween Storytime & Craft
2024-10-31 10:30 - 11:30
Ages Birth to PK with Caregiver

Join Miss Marie in the children’s room for a special Halloween craft. Costumes welcome!
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.

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.

Saturday Family Fun: Pumpkin Painting
2024-10-26 10:30 - 11:30
All ages.
Come for pumpkin painting and more family fun!
Please register below.
Note: photographs are often taken at our events to post on social media and our website. Please let the event leader know if you would prefer your child not be photographed.

Halloween Storytime & Parade
2024-10-25 13:30 - 14:30
Ages 2 to 5 with caregiver.
Come in costume for a special Spookley the Square Pumpkin storytime. Then we’ll have a Halloween Costume Parade around the Library.
Please register below.
Note: photographs are often taken at our events to post on social media and our website. Please let the event leader know if you would prefer your child not be photographed.

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.

(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.

Teen Advisory Group
2024-10-22 19:00 - 20:00
Teens in Middle & High School.

EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS * PLAN AND RUN TEEN EVENTS * GAIN LEADERSHIP SKILLS!
The Lewisboro Library Teen Advisory Group (or “TAG”) seeks teens to help come up with fun, engaging programs for you and your friends all year round.
New members are welcome to join this group, which meets monthly for planning – and snacks!
Help us make the Library YOUR favorite gathering space!
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!!

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.

Dungeons & Dragons: Grades 4 - 12
2024-10-19 16:00 - 18:00
For Players in Grades 4 – 12. Groups will be formed according to age.

Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game. Players work collaboratively through a series of adventures, gathering treasure and experience points along the way.
The group will meet five Saturdays this fall. New and experienced players are welcome.
Space is limited. Registration was taken before the first session on October 5. If registration is full, please contact the Library to ask about available space.
Thanks so much to the Pezone family for organizing our D & D programs!

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.

Teen Halloween Paint Night
2024-10-18 19:00 - 20:30
For Teens in Middle & High School
Choose which ghostly scene you’d like to paint!
Space is limited, please register below.

PK Storytime & Craft
2024-10-18 13:30 - 14:30
Ages 2 to 5 with caregiver.
Ms. Marie is celebrating the season with special Stories, Music, & Crafts.
No registration required.

Family Storytime
2024-10-17 10:30 - 11:30, 2024-10-15 10:30 - 11:30
Ages Birth to Five with Caregiver

Join Miss Marie in the children’s room for seasonal stories, music and more fun for infants and toddlers.
No registration required.

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.

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.

Columbus Day - Library Closed
2024-10-14

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.

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.

Steam Storytime with Miss Jane
2024-10-08 10:30 - 11:30
Toddlers & PK

Miss Jane will read a story and lead you in a simple Life Cycle of a Pumpkin craft. Let’s learn together!
No registration required.

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.

Repurposed Book Pumpkin
2024-10-07 16:00 - 17:00
For Teens in Middle & High School
Reduce, reuse, recycle and give an old book new life in a crafty way!
Registration appreciated, drop-ins welcome. 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.

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.

Dungeons & Dragons: Grades 4 - 12
2024-10-05 16:00 - 18:00
For Players in Grades 4 – 12. Groups will be formed according to age.

Dungeons and Dragons is a fantasy role playing game. Players work collaboratively through a series of adventures, gathering treasure and experience points along the way.
The group will meet five Saturdays this fall. New and experienced players are welcome.
Space is limited. Please register below for the fall session. If registration is full, please contact the Library to ask about available space.
Thanks so much to the Pezone family for organizing our D & D programs!
