Kings and Queens and Bishops Too! | |
National Chess Day, celebrated this year on Saturday, October 8, offers an opportunity to learn about and celebrate all things related to the history, challenge and enjoyment of the game. Learn more about this captivating game here.
NRPL is pleased to offer FREE chess instruction for kids this fall, at both the Main Library and Huguenot Children's Library. Details on the NRPL calendar.
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, an annual campaign to raise awareness about the impact of breast cancer. Stay informed with these books, in English, and Español. Learn more here.
| Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) takes place each October to raise awareness about this important issue. We've curated this list of books to help raise attention about domestic violence (DV). Over the past 30+ years, much progress has been made to support DV victims and survivors, to hold abusers accountable, and to create and update legislation to further those goals. Learn more here and here. | |
Carlos Pavan Guitar Concert
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Join us tomorrow evening, October 7, 7:00 pm in the Ossie Davis Theater for a concert with Brooklyn based composer Carlos Pavan, who skillfully blends Argentine tango and folklore rhythms with classical and jazz concepts. Register here
| Brooklyn Demme to Speak at NRPL | |
Our Indigenous People's Day celebration continues on Saturday, October 8, 2:00 pm, with two short film screenings followed by a discussion on film, activism, mentorship, and more with Brooklyn Demme, son of Academy Award winning director, Jonathan Demme. Learn more and register here.
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Drop in knitting for all levels continues on Tuesday, October 11, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm. Learn more here.
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Our new Friday Night Concert Series continues on Friday, October 14, 7:00 pm with a concert by Counterpoint, an all-female, mostly a cappella singing group performing original arrangements of popular songs. Learn more and register here.
| NEW! New Rochelle Plays Hollywood Classic Film Club | |
This new film program begins Sunday, October 18, 2:00 pm. with the screening of classic film, Naked City. Each session will open with comments on the film and its creative personnel and will be followed by a post screening discussion with film aficionado Les Srager. Learn more. Register for the first film here.
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The Women and Money Round Table (virtual) series, Wednesday, October 12, 1:00 pm is a monthly financial literacy program designed to educate women of any age about the financial matters that affect their lives. Learn more and register here.
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The Films of Alfred Hitchcock, Thursday, October 13, 7:00 pm. In this virtual presentation Fordham communications professor emeritus Brian Rose looks at Hitchcock's achievements as “the master of suspense,” and through dozens of film clips, examines his extraordinary creativity as one of the 20th century’s greatest filmmakers. Learn more and register here.
| You may also register for programs by calling 914-813-3706 | 'Tis the season for some screamin' and we've got plenty of books featuring witches, ghosts and other monsters to tingle your spines | |
Click here to view Fall children's programs at the Main Library, and here to view Fall programs at Huguenot Children's Library.
Save the dates for our next Building a Love of Reading Workshops, Tuesdays, 4:15 pm, 10/25, 11/1 & 11/8. Learn more here.
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Our tutor is ready to help your child (grades K- 5), with reading and homework Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:45 - 7:45 pm.
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Thanks to the hundreds of members of the community who filled the Library for a day of family fun at Family Fair 2022.
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We had magic, carnival games, costumes, manga art, dancing and posing for photos with Spider-Man, and very cool balloon sculptures. See more photos here.
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Two lucky raffle winners took home Spider-Man LEGO/DUPLO sets.
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The Library will be closed Sunday, October 9 and Monday, October 10 in observance of Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples' Day. | We are evaluating our technology class offerings and want to hear from you. What kinds of classes are you interested in attending? Take a brief survey to let us know. | NEW! English Conversation Club | |
Join us on Tuesdays, beginning October 18, 6:30 - 7:30 pm, to practice conversational English in a relaxed and fun environment. English language learners of all skill levels are encouraged to join this new drop-in program, led by a skilled volunteer educator. Additional dates, 10/25, 11/1, 11/15, 11/29, 12/6 and 12/13
For more information, call 914-813-3733 or email [email protected]
| It's Digital Inclusion Week: We Can Help You Get Connected | |
New Rochelle residents with a valid NRPL library card can borrow Wi-Fi enabled Chromebooks and Wi-Fi Hotspots. Learn more here.
The Affordable Connectivity Program,
helps lower the cost of broadband service for eligible households struggling to afford internet service. Learn more here.
NRPL has a Digital Navigator on staff who can assist you in accessing these resources. Make an appointment here, call 914-813-3733 or email [email protected].
| Medicare Open Enrollment Counseling | |
Medicare Open Enrollment assistance will take place in the BTOP Help & Learning center on Thursdays, 10/13, 10/27 & 11/10, 10am-1pm. Learn more here.
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The Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library gratefully accepts book donations at the Main Branch of the Library, during regular operating hours.
Book donations are not accepted at the Huguenot Children's Library.
Learn more about book donations here.
| Build your computer skills in our small, hands-on classes. Click here for the October class schedule. | |
Chair yoga takes place Mondays, 12:30 - 1:30 pm and Wednesdays, 1:00 -2:00 pm.
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Learn the process to become a US citizen. Thursdays, 7:00 pm, October 13, 20 and 27. Register here or call 914-813-3703.
| Visit the NRPL calendar to learn about upcoming programs and events including children's activities, performances, yoga, computer classes, community resource visits and more. | Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to stay in the know about upcoming programs, events, library services and more. | The Queen City of the Sound Jazz Festival takes place Saturday, October 8, 1:00 - 6:00 pm in Ruby Dee Park. Learn more. | Head over to Hudson Park on Saturday, October 8, 1:00 - 4:00 to Touch a Truck and meet New Rochelle's First Responders. Learn more. | Managing Your Career in Changing Times | |
WLS Career Coaching Services Fall seminar series begins the week of October 11.
Learn more and register.
| Click for the October MetroCard mobile van schedule. English. Espanol. | |
