Adult Programs
Sunday, February 5 at 2:00 PM
Tom Doyle & Sandy Cory
Tom Doyle, guitar, and Sandy Cory, vocals in a tribute to Les Paul and Mary Ford by a man who played by Les Paul's side for 40 years and a vocalist who charms with her beautiful stylings.
Sunday, March 4 at 2:00 PM
Harry Bolick & Brian Slattery
Harry Bolick, fiddle and Brian Slattery, banjo. These experts on American folk music from the deep South in the 20s and 30s promise a rockin' good time and some eye-opening information on music of the period.
Sunday, April 1 at 2:00 PM
L'amore della Musica
A lively woodwind quartet that will present a fascinating and energetic mix of tango, classical music and show tunes, all arranged for this appealing group of instruments.
Sunday, May 6 at 2:00 PM
Peter Biederman, guitar and vocals
A singer-songwriter with a gift for beautiful melodies, captivating guitar work, and heart-felt and engaging lyrics. A return visit by this inspiring performer.
Sunday, June 3 at 2:00 PM
The Wendy Kerner Lucas Trio
The harp, violin and flute ensemble will fill the afternoon with traditional Irish music. We can't promise dancing in the aisles, but you will be transported by their rendering of this beautiful genre.
Sunday, February 12 at 2:00 PM
Almost, Maine
A Romantic Comedy, by John Cariani, produced by M&M Productions. On a cold, clear, moonless night in the middle of winter, all is not quite what it seems in the remote, mythical town of Almost, Maine. As the northern lights hover in the star-filled sky above, Almost's residents find themselves falling in and out of love in unexpected and often hilarious ways. Knees are bruised. Hearts are broken. But the bruises heal, and the hearts mend-almost-in this delightful midwinter night's dream. No registration, doors open at 1:30 PM.
Sunday, April 22 at 2:00 PM
Someone Must Wash the Dishes: An Anti-Suffrage Satire
Many women fought against getting the vote in the early 1900s, but none with more charm, prettier clothes-and less logic-than the fictional speaker in this satiric monologue written by pro-suffragist Marie Jenney Howe, back in 1912Titled "An Anti-Suffrage Monologue," it was published in 1913, by the National American Woman Suffrage Association (precursor of the League of Women Voters). This production was directed by Warren Kliewer and stars Michèle LaRue as Howe's unlikely, but irresistibly likeable, heroine. No registration, doors open at 1:30 PM.
During the month of February, Artists, 55 and older, will display original works of art. Many well known professional artists have been invited to contribute work and most pieces will be for sale. - Reception open to the public: Saturday, February 18th 2-4 PM
Poses
Oil Paintings on Wood by Inez Andrucyk. On view through the month of MarchReception open to the public: Saturday, March 3rd 2-4 PM
Thursday, February 16 at 7:30 PM
Historical Society Program - The History of Stony Hill
Westchester's First Free Black Community
In the recognition of Black History month. Presented by Roxanne Beecher (Trustee, Harrison Historical Society) & Barbara Bush-James (Descendent of a Stony Hill Family). In the northern section of Silver Lake Park in Harrison there is a symbol of brotherhood and freedom. It is a monument to both black and Quaker history in New York State. Come and hear this interesting story of brotherhood. No registration, open to the public. More information on the Historical Society programs: www.yorktownhistory.org
Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 PM
Paper Arts & Mixed Media - Artist's Trading Cards
Led by Lavinia Wiggins, Artist trading cards (also referred to as ATCs) are miniature pieces of art that are commonly traded around the world. The only official rule for ATCs is the size: 2.5" × 3.5". Create your own drawing or combine elements to make your card. You have the option of trading your cards in class or in an online swap. For Adults & Teens, program limited to 30 participants. Please register for this program.
Tuesday, February 21 at 1:00 PM
DAR Program: President-elect Lincoln's visit to Peekskill 1861
By Anthony J. Czarnecki, past President of the Lincoln Society of Peekskill. During Lincoln's historic 12-day train journey from his home in Springfield,
IL to his Inauguration in Washington, DC in Feb. 1861, Lincoln participated
in 100 speaking stops or public events along the way. His only speaking stop
in Westchester County was at the Peekskill train depot, because he knew the
local Congressman, William Nelson (they both served in the 30th Congress
from 1847-1849).Appropriate for school-age children through adults. No need to register for this program.
Wednesday, March 7 at 7:00 PM
Garden Talk - Tips on Coping with Deer
The Garden Club of Yorktown invites you to a free lecture - Tips on Coping with Deer with Ruth Rogers Clausen, author of "50 Beautiful Deer-Resistant Plants." A book-signing will follow the talk. Have you been frustrated by previous attempts at trying to grow an ornamental garden here in the heart of suburban deer country? Invigorate your gardening enthusiasm with tips from well known garden writer, author and botanist Ruth Rogers Clausen through her years of experience with growing and knowing the ins and outs of perennial gardening right here in Westchester deer country! Please register for this program.
Saturday, March 10 Workshop at 10:00 AM, Reading & Discussion at Noon
Open Hart Poetry: Workshop & Reading
By Cami Zinzi & Catherine Wald. Poetry Workshop (limited to 8 participants, registration requires): 10:00-11:30, Followed by a Poetry Reading and discussion (open to all, no registration needed): 12:00 - 1:00.
Catherine Wald is author of the chapbook, Distant, burned-out stars (Finishing Line, 2011), and ASJA award-winning book The Resilient Writer: 23 Tales of Rejection and Triumph (Persea, 2004. Cami Zinzi teaches high school English in Westchester and lives in Connecticut. Her poetry has appeared in journals such as Tryst, FutureCycle Poetry and The Pelham Quarterly, and anthologized in Lavanderia: A Mixed Load of Women, Wash, and Word. A Welcome Roughness (All Rivers Press, 2010) is her first poetry collection.
Thursday, March 15 at 7:30 PM
Historical Society Program - The Five Historical Railroads of Ulster County
By Steve Ladin and Glendon Moffett. Steve Ladin is an artist, cultural administrator and student of history, politics, and architecture. Glendon Moffett is a chemical engineer who worked at Raytheon and then IBM and who has written four history books on older forms of transportation. The history of railroads gives us a view of the growth of our nation and our region. Five railroads passed through Ulster County with Kingston as the main hub. As is often the case, old railroad beds have become modern resources for out modern society including Yorktown's own "Old Put" walkway. No registration, open to the public. More information on the Historical Society programs: www.yorktownhistory.org
Sunday, March 18 at 1:00 PM
Paper Arts & Mixed Media - Beautiful Boxes
Led by Lavinia Wiggins, create a simple but professional quality box to hold any treasure. 2 box styles will be offered. We will also make a triangle fold card, sized to fit your box. This is a perfect class to create that something extra special to impress when giving a gift. For Adults & Teens, program limited to 30 participants. Please register for this program.
Wednesday, March 21 at 7:30 PM
Smart Choices in Retirement
Jonathan Glaser discusses key principles that can help keep you on the right track in retirement and help make sure your money lasts throughout your retirement. Please register for this program.
Wednesday, March 28 at 6:30 PM
Earring Making Workshop
Make earrings for yourself and for a Battered Women's Shelter. Optional: Bring any old bead jewelry that you can recycle into earrings! If you have any jewelry making tools, bring them along too. For Adults & Teens, program limited to 30 participants. Please register for this program.
Thursday, March 29 at 7:30 PM
Shen Yun: An introduction to Classical Chinese Dance and Culture
The presentation will focus on Chinese history and a brief overview of key dynasties, on classic stories and fascinating characters from Chinese literature, and on classical Chinese dance (Shen Yun) and Chinese musical instruments. It will explain how Shen Yun uses dance to express Chinese civilization and its values. Please register for this program.
*Registration Procedures
The Programs are FREE, but Registration is required at the Reference Desk or call 914-245-5262 ext. 227. (Registration is not required for Theatre at the Library.)For more information on Adult
Programming contact Melinda O'Brien at MOBrien@wlsmail.org or 914-245-5262
ext. 245
Senior Benefits Information Center
Drop in – no appointment needed Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Trained volunteers help older adults and their caregivers find programs and government benefits to help them stretch their budgets. Find out about: Medicare health and prescription plans; Nutrition assistance; the Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP); Elderly Pharmaceutical Insurance Coverage
(EPIC), and more.
Wednesday, April 4 at 7:30 PM
How to Sell on eBay for Beginners
Learn from the expert how to sell online, Susan Longo sells antiques and collectibles full time on the internet. She has been doing this for over 10 years by herself and most of her sales go to far away parts of the world. She does the research, writes the copy, takes the many photos, lists items for maximum effect on the internet. Please register for this program.
Saturday, April 14 at 1:00 PM (full day workshop till 3:00 PM)
Book Talk - PEACHWOOD LAKE: An Exciting New Novel by the Author of DUST, Susan Berliner (A Yorktown Resident)
Don't go into the water! A ferocious fish terrorizes a small Connecticut town while a 13-year-old girl struggles with her own terrifying problems of growing up in Susan Berliner's action-packed thriller, Peachwood Lake. Please register for this program.
Sunday, April 15 at 10:00 AM (full day workshop till 3:00 PM)
Paper Arts & Mixed Media - Altered Board Book Basics
Led by Sharon Kullberg. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a full day workshop. Learn glazing, peeling and texturing techniques along with image/photo transfer to create a memory collage board book. For Adults & Teens, program limited to 20 participants. Please register for this program.
Friday, April 20 at 2:00 PM
Wills & Advanced Directives
The Pace Women's Justice Center - An Important Discussion on the latest developments in Wills and Health Care Planning: Health Care Proxies, Living Wills, Powers of Attorney, the new MOLST Form and the new Family Health Care Decisions Act. Please register for this program.
Thursday, April 19 at 7:30 PM
Historical Society Program - Remembering Putnam's Revolutionary Heroes
Presented by the three authors of the recent book "Gravestones of Revolutionary War Patriots in Putnam County, NY": Jeanne Marie Perry, Carol Bailey, and Libby Baker, members of DAR Each year more old gravestones become unreadable. Over 400 gravestones of known and suspected patriots from 51 of the oldest cemeteries in Putnam County have been identified. Photos of 325 gravestones have been collected. The effort involved in researching and photographing the gravestones will be covered as well as why they felt it was important during the 200th anniversary of Putnam County. No registration, open to the public. More information on the Historical Society programs: www.yorktownhistory.org
Wednesday, April 25 at 6:30 PM
Earring Making Workshop
Make earrings for yourself and for a Battered Women's Shelter. Optional: Bring any old bead jewelry that you can recycle into earrings! If you have any jewelry making tools, bring them along too. For Adults & Teens, program limited to 30 participants. Please register for this program.
Thursday, April 26 at 1:00 PM
Dementia and Alzheimer's Disease
Information on presented by Cecilia Ortiz
The program will give a brief overview of dementia and irreversible and reversible causes, brain changes, stages of Alzheimer's Disease and neuron anatomy. The symptoms of Alzheimer's Disease will be contrasted with signs of normal aging and tips for Caring for People with Dementia. Please register for this program.
Sunday, April 29 at 2:00 PM
The RMS Titanic...Her Final Days
On a cold April night in 1912, the magnificent new luxury liner R.M.S. Titanic struck an iceberg as she was making her way towards New York on her maiden voyage from England. In a few short hours, she sank beneath the icy waters of the North Atlantic, taking with her the lives of more than 1,500 people. The tragedy shocked the world and, through the years, the legend of this story has continued to grow. Seventy three years after the sinking, the wreck of the Titanic was discovered 2 ½ miles below the surface by an intrepid group of Oceanographers using state of the art technology. Join Eco-Photo Explorers as they recall the tragic history of the R.M.S. Titanic and the exciting search for her remains. The show will also feature discussions on the technology used to find the wreck and will examine the current controversy over the recovery of artifacts from this site. Please register for this program.
Sunday, May 20 at 1:00 PM
Paper Arts & Mixed Media - Collaged Night Lights - Illuminate Your Art!
Led by Sharon Kullberg, use photographs and/or images to decorate a night light shade and see your artwork glow. For Adults & Teens, program limited to 25 participants. Please register for this program.
Adult Computer Instruction
Computer Help – Every Thursday afternoon Jan.12 - June 21 – Call 245-5262 x227 to make an appointment. Librarians can help you with email, ebooks, using the catalog, online job postings and more.
Registration is required for all the following programs:
CLASSES FOR INTERNET BEGINNERS
Mouse Skills – The first step to using the Internet is to be able to point, click and scroll using a mouse or trackball. If you want to start at the very beginning, sign up for one of this classes. Not sure you need this class - try the New Computer User Tutorial or Mouserobics. All sessions begin at 10:15 and last about 45 minutes. Sign up for one session: Tues., Feb. 28; Wed., Feb. 29; Tues., Mar. 27; Wed., March 28; Tues. May 1; Wed., May 2., or by appointment on Thursday afternoons.
Basic Internet – Learn to navigate the Internet using the Microsoft Internet Explorer Toolbar and to move within websites using menus and search options. We'll learn to bookmark pages, to copy and paste information, and to print. Much of the information in the class is based on the online tutorials found on our Computer Skills page. All sessions begin at 10:15 and last about 90 minutes. Sign up for one session: Tues., Mar. 6; Wed., Mar. 7; Tues., Apr. 3; Wed., Apr. 4; Tues., June 5; Wed., June 6.
Internet Searching– This session focuses on effective use of search engines and subject directories to find information on the Internet. Participants should already have some experience using the Internet on their own or have participated in a Basic Internet session. As we surf the Internet on topics of interest we will reinforce the skills covered in our Basic Internet class and learn to evaluate our search results. All sessions begin at 10:15 and last about 90 minutes. Sign up for one session: Tues., Mar. 20; Wed., Mar. 21; Tues., Apr. 10 Wed., Apr. 11; Tues., June 12; Wed., June 13
Internet Searching - Online Health Information – This session will focus on using search engines and subject directories to find health information on the Internet. We will look at some of the websites featured on the library’s Health & Medicine webpage and use library subscriptions to search for magazine and journal articles. Sessions begin at 10:15, sign up for one. Tues., April 24 and Wed. May 23.
Internet Searching – Travel Information on the Internet – The Internet is a great place to find travel deals, hotel and restaurant reviews and area attractions. In addition to using a search engine, we will look at a few of the major travel sites and try to make searching them a little less frustrating. Sessions begin at 10:15, sign up for one. Wed., April 25 or Tues., May 22.
Introduction to Facebook – We’ll demonstrate how to set up a page, add a picture, find friends and family, and use your account settings and privacy settings. Three laptops will be available for use, or bring your own laptop or other wireless device. Register to join us in the community room Tues., Mar.13 from 10:30 – 12 or Wed., Apr. 18 from 2:30-4. Or go to our Computer Skills page to get started.