The Heart of the Tuckahoe Community | | | The Library will be CLOSED on Saturday, September 5th and Monday, September 7th for Labor Day. Have a great weekend! | | |
Fall Author Fest with Gather: Paper and Clay Bookstore
Saturday, September 26th from 1:00 to 5:00 pm
Join us for our first Fall Author Fest in partnership with our new local bookstore Gather, featuring 10 incredible authors!
Admission is free! Books will be raffled! Refreshments will be served.
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9/11 Memorial Film Screening and Q&A
Friday, September 11th at 1:00 pm
Join us for a screening of a 35-minute film that highlights the stories of six individuals who experienced 9/11 and its aftermath, followed by a live Q&A with the 9/11 Memorial & Museum.
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Friday Films - Hamnet
Friday, September 11th at 3:00 pm
In late 16th-century England, Agnes, a healer sensitive to the world around her, builds a home with William, a local tutor and aspiring playwright. As their lives fracture, they are tested by distance, silence, and grief.
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Bibliotherapy Book Discussion
Monday, September 14th at 6:15 pm
Learn how to navigate life and its disruptions, guided by the power of literature.
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BFFs: Man and Dog in the Classical World
Thursday, September 17th at 3:30 pm
From Cerberus, of ancient Greek mythology, to the war dogs, pets, and hunting dogs of Rome, look at examples in Classical art to learn how man’s best friend preserved the life, limb, and property of his master.
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Coloring for Adults at the Library
Friday, September 18th at 1:30 pm
Escape the daily grind and enjoy a meditative hour of creative quiet. All supplies provided by the library.
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Decoupage Shell Dish Workshop
Saturday, September 19th at 1:00 pm
Make a beautiful jewelry/catchall dish out of natural shell and decoupage!
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Belly Dancing with Bina Bora
Monday, September 21st at 1:30 pm
Have fun and connect with your core in this introductory belly dancing class!
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Black Bean Salsa
Monday, September 21st at 6:00 pm
Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with this classic Latin dish!
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Wednesday, September 23rd at 6:30 pm
A disgraced obituary writer takes up crashing funerals in this hilarious modern satire by John Kenney.
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Pre- and Post-Partum Parents Discussion Group
Thursday, September 24th at 11:00 am
Aspiring parents and their partners are invited to discuss their progress, share joys, and seek advice for the journey ahead. We will have a rotating roster of experts to answer your questions and shape the conversation.
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Elder Law - Accountable Aging: Preparing for the Elder Years
Thursday, September 24th at 3:30 pm
Discover how to plan for the future in this workshop from experienced elder law attorney Stella King.
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Hybrid - Fiorello La Guardia: A Man for his Time
Friday, September 25th at 3:30 pm
Toni McKeen presents an informative lecture on Fiorello La Guardia, a colorful mayor who made a major impact on his beloved city fighting for the little man.
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Online - Journaling for Mental Health
Wednesday, September 30th at 6:30 pm
Explore journaling as a tool for supporting mental wellness, including the different ways to approach journaling and how to find a style that feels accessible and sustainable for you.
| Also this month: Zumba, Knitting, Mahjong, ESOL and Spanish lessons. Check out our calendar for even more Adult programs! | | | |
Teen Advisory Meeting, Ages 12-17
Wednesday, September 23rd at 5:00 pm
Earn community service credit when you meet with your peers and teen library specialist(s) to discuss what you want from your public library's Teen Services Department.
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Snack Attack: Pizza Bagels! Ages 10-17
Wednesday, September 16th at 5:00 pm
Turn ordinary bagels into delicious mini pizzas! Customize your toppings and bake to perfection.
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Weird But True Trivia Contest, Sports Edition, Ages 10-17
Thursday, September 24th at 4:00 pm
Think you know sports? Prove it! Check out Weird But True! Sports from the Circulation Desk, learn some unbelievable facts, then compete in a fast-paced trivia challenge.
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Learn to Crochet! Ages 10+
Wednesday, September 2nd at 4:00 pm
Wednesday, September 16th at 4:00 pm
In this beginner class, children will learn basic crochet techniques while creating a simple project to take home.
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Magic Art Lab with Miss Ana
Thursday, September 3rd at 3:45 pm for ages 6-7
Tuesday, September 8th at 11:00 am for ages 3-5
Tuesday, September 18th at 12:00 pm for ages 2-3
Enjoy an exciting adventure with Miss Ana! Use music, movement, props, and storytelling to practice empathy, self-awareness, and confidence!
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Brain Waves for Change: Mindful Paper Garland, Ages 5-12
Wednesday, September 9th at 5:00 pm
Practice mindful crafting with an empowering papercraft garland. Help your child explore ways to build self-confidence and resilience.
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Tummy Time, 0-12 Months
Thursday, September 10th at 11:00 am
Social/sensory hour for babies and their adults! Make friends with other babies, parents, caretakers and minders.
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Budding Buddhas Pre-K Yoga, Ages 2.5-5
Thursday, September 17th at 11:00 am
Join us in the Library for Pre-K yoga! Toddlers will have fun "playing yoga" during Yoga Tots. This is a class for kids ages 2.5 - 5yr, accompanied by a grownup.
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Let's Sing, Dance and Read with Miss Nora! Ages 6 months-3 years
Saturday, September 19th at 11:00 am
Enjoy a fast paced storytime insterspersed with music and dance!
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Theatre & Art Workshop, Ages 7-12
Saturday, September 19th at 12:00 pm
Kids will listen to a story, make their own props and costumes, and bring everything to life through acting!
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Stuffed Animal Library Adventure, Ages 4-11
Dropoff: Wednesday, September 30th at 5:00 pm
Pickup: Monday, October 5th at 4:00 pm
Send your stuffed friend to a library sleepover! See them off with a special storytime, then come back on Monday to see what they got up to!
| | | | | Storytime will resume on Tuesdays and Fridays on September 11th! Click the link below to see all our Children's programs. | | | |
Westchester County Seeks Public Input To Help Shape the Future of Senior Transportation
Westchester County is inviting older adults, caregivers and residents to participate in a survey. The survey is designed to better understand the transportation needs of older adults and their caregivers (including Home Health Aides) across Westchester County and gather feedback that will help shape future recommendations to improve mobility and independence.
Residents are encouraged to complete the survey by Monday, Oct. 5 by visiting: Senior Mobility survey
A series of community and stakeholder workshops will be planned in the upcoming months.
For comments or questions about the study contact Jonathan Joseph, Associate Transportation Planner, jaj@westchestercounty.gov.
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Tuckahoe Library's programs are funded by The Friends of the Tuckahoe Public Library, the Westchester County Board of Legislators, and The Community Fund of Bronxville, Eastchester, and Tuckahoe. We are grateful for their support.
Join the Friends of the library by clicking HERE!
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