Lewisboro Library

Girls Who Code Club: Unplugged
2022-01-31 16:00 - 17:30 (America/New_York)
Grades 3 to 5. Meets in-person in the Children’s Room.
Girls Who Code is a non-profit organization dedicated to closing the gender gap in technology. The Club is a FREE after-school computer science program, facilitated by Children’s Librarian, Marie Nania. The first session was so popular, Marie is adding an additional session each month for newcomers.
The Club meets monthly on these Mondays: January 31, February 28, March 28, April 25, May 2 and June 6. There are two time slots each month: 4:00 to 4:45 pm or 4:45 to 5:30 pm. Marie will contact parents after registration to discuss preferred time slot.
There are a few slots still available. Call Marie at (914) 875-9004 for more information.

Small Group MakerSpace Workshops
2022-02-01 11:00 - 17:00
All ages. Meets in-person in the Children’s Room.
Come work on crafts, technology and more in the MakerSpace Corner of the Children’s Room.
Miss Marie will be holding small group MakerSpace workshops by appointment. She will accept 2 – 3 people per workshop.
Sessions are available on Tuesday and Thursdays from 11 am to 5 pm.
Appointments are required. To schedule an appointment, contact Marie at mnania@wlsmail.org or (914) 875-9004.

(Virtual) Holiday Storytime & Activity: Lunar New Year
2022-02-01 16:30 - 17:00
All ages. Via the Library’s YouTube Channel
Miss Marie is holding special virtual storytimes and activities to celebrate February holidays.
They tie into themed MakerSpace activities available for pick-up in the Children’s Room.

Small Group Storytime
2022-02-02 11:00 - 17:00
All ages. Meets in-person in the Children’s Room.
Miss Marie misses seeing your faces in person, so for the month of February she is going to try small group storytimes (2 – 3 people) by appointment!
Sessions are available on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 11 am to 5 pm.
Appointments are required. To schedule an appointment, contact Marie at mnania@wlsmail.org or (914) 875-9004.

(Virtual) Holiday Storytime & Activity: Groundhog Day
2022-02-02 16:30 - 17:00

(Virtual) "Alice's Ordinary People" - Presentation and Discussion with Filmmaker Craig Rudnick
2022-02-03 19:00 - 20:00
Via Zoom.
Alice’s Ordinary People is a documentary about Alice Tregay, an unsung heroine of the Civil Rights Movement. Her remarkable story spans the historic period from the marches of Dr. King to the election of Barack Obama – her great contribution is the thread which connects the two. Under the leadership of Reverend Jackson, the months that Alice and her “ordinary people” spent picketing led to real change. It was through her Political Education class that Alice had her most significant impact. Over a four year period, thousands were trained to work in independent political campaigns.
Join documentarian Craig Dudnick as he discusses the film and gives us an overview of the Civil Rights Movement as well as Alice’s role in bringing politics to the Movement.
Alice’s Ordinary People is available free on Kanopy, the Library’s streaming media service. Attendees are encouraged to watch the film beforehand, but it is not required.
Please register below to receive your Zoom link. It will be sent two days prior to the program.
That evening, you can join the webinar via the link below:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84649589548?pwd=[REDACTED] 806835

Teen Take & Make: DIY Valentines
2022-02-07 10:00 - 2022-02-12 16:00
For Teens in Middle & High School.
Give your valentines a personalized touch!
This is a DIY craft that you can do on your own time. Kits with complete instructions will be available for pick up anytime during the week of February 7 -12. Teens can either pick up a Take & Make bag or visit the teen section to work on their valentines.

Middle Reads: "The Unteachables"
2022-02-08 19:00 - 20:00
For Teens in Grades 6 – 8. Will meet in person.
Join us for monthly book discussions and socializing – and ice cream! Books are available for pickup at the Library.
The book selection for February 8 is The Unteachables, by Gordon Korman. The Unteachables are a notorious class of misfits, delinquents, and academic train wrecks. There is Aldo, with anger management issues; Parker, who can’t read; Kiana, who doesn’t even belong in this class—or any class; and Elaine (rhymes with pain). The Unteachables have been removed from the student body and isolated in room 117. Their teacher is Mr. Zachary Kermit, the most burned-out teacher in all of Greenwich. Over the course of a school year, though, room 117 will experience mayhem, destruction—and maybe even a shot at redemption.
Please register below. If you would prefer a Zoom link, please contact Jane Rothschild at jrothschild@wlsmail.org.

(Virtual) How to Successfully Navigate College Admissions in 2022
2022-02-09 20:00 - 21:00
Via Zoom.
This virtual presentation will help families understand how COVID-19 has changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen.
The recent college admissions cycle is highly competitive due to two factors: most colleges went test-optional due to the pandemic and colleges increased their outreach to high school students resulting in a record number of candidates applying. These record high numbers of applications resulted in record low acceptance rates.
Discover the importance of researching and visiting colleges to find schools that can be a good fit for your child and other actions steps to take this spring for a smoother college admissions process. Learn 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.
We will also discuss the importance of community service, how it provides personal growth and an opportunity 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, especially during these challenging times.
The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com) Please RSVP to ron@standoutforcollege.com. You will receive a private invitation with a Zoom link in reply.

Taste of the Town Raffle Drawing
2022-02-11
*Tonight we draw the winner of our Taste of the Town Raffle!*

BEAT THE WINTER BLUES!
Need to liven up your winter? How about sampling the finest dining at Lewisboro’s best restaurants? Whether dining in or ordering to go, you can win an assortment of restaurant gift certificates by entering the Lewisboro Library’s “Taste of the Town” Raffle!
The winner will receive a package which includes the following gift certificates:

The Horse and Hound Inn – $100
La Vista Ristorante Italiano – $100
One Twenty Three Restaurant – $100
Bacio Trattoria – Lunch for 2
Haiku Asian Bistro – $50

It’s going to be a long winter – hurry and buy your tickets today!
RAFFLE DETAILS:

Prize has a retail value of over $400.
Tickets are $25 each and can be purchased at the Library or online. (Weather permitting, you may also find “pop-up” sales tables in Town.)
Tickets are on sale now. Ticket sales end Friday, February 11 at 3 pm.
We will draw the winning ticket the evening of February 11 and contact the winner.
Winner can claim their prizes at the Library.

HOW TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
Purchase tickets online HERE or at the Library.

Thank you to the restaurants above for generously donating the gift certificates, and thank you to those who
purchase tickets in support of this fundraiser for The Lewisboro Library –
The Heart of the Community!

Dungeons & Dragons: Grades 4 & 5
2022-02-12 14:00 - 16:00
For Students in Grades 4 & 5
Our Teen D & D has been so popular, we are now offering a chance for younger players to learn the game!
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. New and experienced players are welcome.
Will be held inside the Library when possible. Masks required.
Registration is closed. To get on the wait list, please email lewisborolibrary@gmail.com.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons
2022-02-12 16:00 - 18:00
For Teens in Middle & High School
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. New players are welcome – so now is a good time to try it, if you’ve been curious!
Will be held inside the Library. Masks required.
This program is full. Please email lewisborolibrary@gmail.com to be placed on the wait list.

(Virtual) Holiday Storytime & Activity: Valentine's Day
2022-02-14 16:30 - 17:00

(Virtual) Healthy Living for Body & Brain
2022-02-15 15:00 - 16:00
Via Zoom.
At every age, there are lifestyle habits we can adopt to help maintain or even potentially improve our health. These habits may also help to keep our brains healthy as we age and possibly delay the onset of cognitive decline.
This workshop covers four areas of lifestyle habits associated with healthy aging: Cognitive activity, exercise, diet/nutrition and social engagement. In each area, we will discuss what we know, drawing on current research, as well as what we can do — steps to take now to improve or maintain overall health in each area.
Get these great tips from the latest research by the Alzheimer’s Association.
Please register below. A Zoom link will be emailed to you a few days prior to the program.
You can also join the Zoom by clicking HERE that day.

(Virtual) Author Talk: "Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth"
2022-02-15 19:30 - 20:30
Via Zoom.
A virtual discussion with Harvard’s top astronomer Avi Loeb, author of Extraterrestrial: The First Sign of Intelligent Life Beyond Earth. In his book, Professor Loeb lays out his controversial theory that our solar system was recently visited by advanced alien technology from a distant star.
In late 2017, scientists at a Hawaiian observatory glimpsed an object soaring through our inner solar system, moving so quickly that it could only have come from another star. Avi Loeb’s hypothesis was that it was not an asteroid; it was moving too fast along a strange orbit, and left no trail of gas or debris in its wake. His explanation: the object was a piece of advanced technology created by a distant alien civilization.
Please register HERE for your Zoom link. Or join via this LINK that day.
Important note: This event is being hosted by the Ruth Keeler Memorial Library, so the registration confirmation and Zoom link will come from Carolyn Reznik, Director of Ruth Keeler. The link will arrive as soon as you register, so please check your SPAM email if it doesn’t arrive.

Lewisboro Seniors Book Group: The Only Woman in the Room
2022-02-16 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 South Salem Firehouse. All seniors are welcome!
The next meeting is February 14. The group will be discussing The Only Woman in the Room, by Marie Benedict.
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 – 875-9004 or lewisborolibrary@gmail.com. The book is also available as an eBook and audiobook via Overdrive/Libby.

Presidents' Day - Library Closed
2022-02-21

Presidents' Day Teen Adventure Hike!
2022-02-21 10:30 - 12:00
For Teens in Middle & High School.
No school due to Presidents’ Day! Join other teens for a guided hike at the Leon Levy Preserve. Be energized in the great outdoors, and enjoy some cocoa and doughnuts afterwards. Please bring a water bottle.

This hike is co-sponsored by the Lewisboro Land Trust. All hikers must download and fill out this waiver – Teen Hike Lewisboro Land Trust Release – 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 of bad hiking conditions.*
* Alternate activity: if there is too much snow to hike, we will instead hold Snow Sculpting on the Library lawn. Last year’s Snow Alien’s event was a big hit – what will we sculpt this year??

Teen Take & Make: Trendy Wall Hanging
2022-02-22 10:00 - 2022-02-26 16:00
For Teens in Middle & High School.
Upgrade your room decor with these colorful yarn wall hangings!
This is a DIY craft that you can do on your own time. Kits with complete instructions will be available for pick up anytime during the week of February 22 – 26. Make them at home, or in the Teen section of the Library.

Teen Advisory Group
2022-02-22 19:00 - 20:00
For Teens in Middle & High School.

The Lewisboro Library Teen Advisory Group (or “TAG”) seeks teens to come up with fun, engaging programs for you and your peers. New members welcome. Registration required. Pizza and beverages served when meeting in person.
Please register below.

(Virtual) Grace & Beauty: The Rise of Black Popular Music
2022-02-23 19:30 - 20:30
Via Zoom.
This inspirational lecture-recital explores the treasury of songs and instrumentals written by black popular composers from the Civil War to the Great Depression. As an African American, it was extraordinarily hard to make a mark in commercial music. Yet time and again, individuals were able to break through, creating some of the most innovative and inspirational music of the era – or any era.
Featuring works by Jelly Roll Morton, Thomas “Fats” Waller, Scott Joplin, and many others.
Peter Muir studied at the Royal College of Music in London and earned a Ph.D. in historic musicology from CUNY.
Please register HERE to receive your Zoom link.
Important note: This event is being hosted by the Ruth Keeler Memorial Library, so the registration confirmation and Zoom link will come from Carolyn Reznik, Director of Ruth Keeler. The link will arrive as soon as you register, so please check your SPAM email if it doesn’t arrive.

(Virtual) Lewisboro Community Volunteer Fair
2022-02-26 11:00 - 12:30
Via Zoom
Want to help out in our community? The need for volunteers is more important than ever during these trying times, so we are taking our annual Community Volunteer Fair virtual again this year!
The annual Lewisboro Community Volunteer Fair matches local organizations with Adult and Teen community members who want to volunteer. Usually agencies set up tables at the Library with information on their services and volunteer needs, so people can browse for the best volunteer activity to suit their interest and availability.
In this model, the Library will be the Zoom host and participating organizations will each have 5 minutes to talk about their group and their volunteer needs. Then we will have a Q & A at the end for the audience to ask questions.
Please register HERE for the Zoom link. Click this link to see the Volunteer Fair Contacts 2022.
Participating Groups: Canticorum Virtuosi, Golden Roads Daffodil Program, Goldens Bridge Hamlet Organization, Guiding Eyes for the Blind, Katonah-Lewisboro Girl Scouts, Lewisboro Garden Club, Lewisboro Land Trust, Lewisboro Library & Fair, Lewisboro Lions Club, Lewisboro Open Space & Preserves, Lewisboro Trail Volunteers, Lewisboro Volunteer Ambulance Corps, Lewisboro Sustainability Committee, Lewisboro Seniors, Meals on Wheels, RideConnect, TRA (Transportation Resources Access)

(Virtual) Annual Meeting with Author David Michaelis
2022-02-27 14:00 - 16:00
Via Zoom.
Our Annual Meeting’s guest speaker this year is Westchester resident David Michaelis. He is the author of the New York Times bestseller Eleanor, a biography of Eleanor Roosevelt published in October of 2020. His extensive research produced a riveting account of Eleanor Roosevelt’s inspiring journey from orphaned niece of President Theodore Roosevelt to settlement house volunteer on the Lower East Side to a partner in New York’s most important power couple. As the nation’s longest serving First Lady, she was known as a voice for the voiceless and a proponent of international human rights.
David Michaelis grew up in Cambridge, Mass., and Washington, D. C., was educated at Concord Academy and Princeton University. In addition to Eleanor, he is also the author of several nonfiction books, as well as the critically acclaimed bestsellers N. C. Wyeth and Schulz and Peanuts.
His presentation will be preceded by a short business meeting.
Please register HERE to receive your Zoom link.

Small Group Storytime
2022-03-01 10:30 - 11:00, 2022-03-03 13:00 - 13:30, 2022-03-08 10:30 - 11:00
All ages. Meets in-person in the Children’s Room.
Miss Marie likes seeing your faces in person, so for the month of March she is going to expand her small group storytimes to accept up to 6 children. Come for stories, songs & more! She’s hoping to resume Outdoor Family Storytime (allowing more children) when the weather gets nicer in April.
Sessions are available on Tuesdays at 10:30 and Thursdays at 1:00.
Registration is required, so please register below (only need to register your children).

Stitch Together
2022-03-04 13:00 - 14:30
This casual, weekly gathering of those who knit/crochet and chat meets in the Library – or outside when weather permits.
Catch up on people’s craft projects and what is going on in Town – and beyond. Bring a project (and a chair if outside!)
If you’d like to get a link to the meeting on Zoom, email the Library at lewisborolibrary@gmail.com.

Dungeons & Dragons: Grades 4 & 5
2022-03-05 14:00 - 16:00
For Students in Grades 4 & 5
Our Teen D & D has been so popular, we are now offering a chance for younger players to learn the game!
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. New and experienced players are welcome.
Will be held inside the Library.
Registration is closed. To get on the wait list, please email lewisborolibrary@gmail.com.

Teen Dungeons & Dragons
2022-03-05 16:00 - 18:00
For Teens in Middle & High School
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. New players are welcome – so now is a good time to try it, if you’ve been curious!
Will be held inside the Library.
This program is full. Please email lewisborolibrary@gmail.com to be placed on the wait list.

Author Talk with Fiona Davis
2022-03-06 15:00 - 17:00
Join us in welcoming local author Fiona Davis for an in-person Author Talk at the Library!
Fiona Davis is the New York Times bestselling author of six historical fiction novels set in iconic New York City buildings, including The Magnolia Palace, The Address, and The Lions of Fifth Avenue. She has spent the better part of a decade mining hidden histories of iconic New York City buildings, skillfully using each setting to illuminate the experiences of women. Her new release, The Magnolia Palace, is a tantalizing historical novel about the secrets, betrayal, and murder within the Frick, one of New York City’s most impressive Gilded Age mansions.
Fiona’s presentation will be followed by a book signing. Our thanks to Pound Ridge’s Booksy Galore, which will be providing books for sale at this event, as well as allowing people to purchase in advance on their site.
Space is limited. Please register below.
