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Preschool Take and Make Kits
Preschool Take and Make Kits
.BRAND NEW! Enhance your at home learning experiences with special Preschool Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every MONDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for […]
Adult Writing Group
Adult Writing Group
Join us for a weekly writing group for all levels of experience.During this dedicated 90 minutes, we will combine time to write with time to share and support each […]
2 events,
Tales for Tots
Tales for Tots
.Join Granny Jean every Tuesday morning for a virtual Tales for Tots storytime! Enjoy all your favorite songs, nursery rhymes, and books together from the comfort of your own home. To view the weekly video, visit www.ryelibrary.org/tales!
3 events,
K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
.Enhance your at home learning experiences with Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every WEDNESDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for children from […]
2 events,
Noon Year’s Eve Teen Take and Make: Intention Bracelets
Noon Year’s Eve Teen Take and Make: Intention Bracelets
.Ring in the new year with this special craft whre you'll learn about how to make goals for yourself, using the bracelet as a visual reminder! Catia Lai from the Social Support Network will lead this inspiring workshop for teens looking to set intentions for their new year! There is a limit of 12 kits at […]
1 event,
3 events,
Teen Book Loot Box
.Rye Free Reading Room - Book Loot Boxes! To sign up for this new free monthly personalized book, snack, craft, and recipe box service, fill out this form! New subscribers must be signed up by 12/18 to recieve January's book box. (Teens only at this time). Book Loot Boxes are relased on the first of the […]
In the Gallery – Ripped
In the Gallery – Ripped
RIPPED!This enticing art exhibition by the international Rye artist, Jeannette Doné-Lagemann, invites you to feel the energy of Paris, New York, Buenos Aires, Hong Kong, Stockholm, Santo Domingo, London and Berlin.Jeannette’s dynamic mixed-media creations lend permanence to the ephemeral urban art she passionately/literally rips off the walls. She transforms ripped posters, ads, drawings, flyers into […]
2 events,
In the Gallery – Ripped
In the Gallery – Ripped
RIPPED!This enticing art exhibition by the international Rye artist, Jeannette Doné-Lagemann, invites you to feel the energy of Paris, New York, Buenos Aires, Hong Kong, Stockholm, Santo Domingo, London and Berlin.Jeannette’s dynamic mixed-media creations lend permanence to the ephemeral urban art she passionately/literally rips off the walls. She transforms ripped posters, ads, drawings, flyers into […]
3 events,
NO Pre-K OR K-5 Take and Make This Week!
NO Pre-K or K-5 Take and Make kits this week! Happy New Year to all!!
Adult Writing Group
Adult Writing Group
Join us for a weekly writing group for all levels of experience.During this dedicated 90 minutes, we will combine time to write with time to share and support […]
Rye vs Harrison Mini Battle of the Books General Interest Meeting
Rye vs Harrison Mini Battle of the Books General Interest Meeting
In the spirit of celebrating female detectives (did you know Nancy Drew turns 90 this year?) - Rye Free Reading Room and Harrison Public Library are hosting a miniature Battle of the Books themed around mysteries! The battle is set for Saturday, April 10. Attending this January meeting will sign you up for Rye's stellar […]
2 events,
Tales for Tots
Tales for Tots
.Join Granny Jean every Tuesday morning for a virtual Tales for Tots storytime! Enjoy all your favorite songs, nursery rhymes, and books together from the comfort of your own home. To view the weekly video, visit www.ryelibrary.org/tales!
Rye Storytellers’ Guild
Rye Storytellers’ Guild
.The Rye Storytellers' Guild is a group of adult story lovers who meet at the Rye Free Reading Room on the first Tuesday of each month to share traditional folk and fairy tales and personal stories. Storytellers and listeners are always welcome to join them. This meeting's (optional) theme is 'New Beginnings'. If you have any questions, please contact […]
1 event,
Cooking with Kids! Ravioli Lasagna
Cooking with Kids! Ravioli Lasagna
.Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this kid-friendly cooking program! Gather together with a handful of simple ingredients and get ready to create a tasty snack together with children's librarian Ms. Lisa. Every week we will post a new recipe and meet on Zoom to learn how to […]
5 events,
Zoom Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation Workshop
Mindfulness activities are a simple, enjoyable way for young children and older students to learn tools and techniques to increase focus, settle restless thoughts and relax the body. When practiced regularly, mindfulness is proven to transform our brains in a way that helps children perform better in school and develop coping skills necessary to navigate […]
Thursday Afternoon Book Club
Thursday Afternoon Book Club
.Join the Thursday Afternoon Book Club! The group meets monthly to have lively discussions on a variety of books! This month the group will be discussing Miriam Toews' "Women Talking". This meeting will be held virtually on Zoom. Contact: Agnes : [email protected]
Teen Intersectionality Book Group: The Only Black Girls in Town
Teen Intersectionality Book Group: The Only Black Girls in Town
.The Teen Intersectionality Book Group is a new teen book group being co-run by members of our TAB. Its topical focus is on social justice and current events. Join us on Google Meet for this month's book selection: The Only Black Girls in Town by Brandy Colbert"Beach-loving surfer Alberta has been the only black girl […]
6 events,
Connecting Through the Pause Book Club
Connecting Through the Pause Book Club
Join us for a lively discussion!This month, we are reading the book Last Christmas in Paris: A Novel of World War I by Hazel Gaynor and Heather Webb. August 1914. England is at war. As Evie Elliott watches her brother, Will, and his best friend, Thomas Harding, depart for the front, she believes—as everyone does—that it will […]
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
.Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village GreenAn inclusive all-ages outdoor storytime (geared towards babies - preschool) featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, movement activities and more! Practice early concepts like counting, ABCs and rhyming words in a fun community setting.This all-season outdoor storytime. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on and please dress for the weather! Participating […]
Teen Meditation
Teen Meditation
Set intentions for the coming week, month, or the year, work out some neck and shoulder tension, and relieve stress! Led by Rye Free Reading Room's own Catherine Reidel, take some time for yourself. Contact: Sarah Prosser : [email protected]
Virtual Book Group
Virtual Book Group
.Join our first virtual book discussion group with the community and Rye librarians! Our selections are chosen from the Westchester Library System's offerings and our meeting are held virtually on Zoom. A great opportunity for connection and conversation about great books!January's title is "Nothing to See Here" by Kevin Wilson. It is available through the Westchester Catalog, on Overdrive, […]
3 events,
Rye Town Park Beach Clean Up
Rye Town Park Beach Clean Up
Give back in any way you can. Join neighbors every month for a Saturday morning community beach clean up. Meet at the middle gate. Garbage bags and buckets will be available. Please wear a mask and gloves. We are happy to sign community service forms for local youth. You can sign up in advance on […]
Adult Take and Make Together: DIY Wall Calendar
Adult Take and Make Together: DIY Wall Calendar
Happy New Year! This month, our Adult Take and Make Craft kit is do it yourself wall calendars to welcome the new year! Supplies for the craft are provided by the library with optional materials listed in the instructions. Instructions included!Kits can be picked up ahead of time starting on 1/2.You must be registered for this event in order […]
4 events,
Preschool Take and Make Kits
Preschool Take and Make Kits
.BRAND NEW! Enhance your at home learning experiences with special Preschool Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every MONDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for […]
K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
.Enhance your at home learning experiences with Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every MONDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for children from […]
Adult Writing Group
Adult Writing Group
Join us for a weekly writing group for all levels of experience.During this dedicated 90 minutes, we will combine time to write with time to share and support each […]
5 events,
Tai Chi for Beginners
A new Tai Chi for Beginners course will be offered beginning Tuesday, January 12th, 2021 via Zoom video conferencing. This will be an 8 week series, beginning at 11am each Tuesday. Participants will learn this ancient form of Chinese exercise that consists of relaxed, gentle and fluid movements. Excellent for balance improvement and overall health. […]
Rye Current Events Book Club
.The Rye Current Events Book Club meets monthly to have engaging discussions on timely books. This month the club meet on Zoom and will discuss The NRA : The Unauthorized History by Frank Smyth. Contact: Tara : [email protected]
Tales for Tots
Tales for Tots
.Join Granny Jean every Tuesday morning for a virtual Tales for Tots storytime! Enjoy all your favorite songs, nursery rhymes, and books together from the comfort of your own home. To view the weekly video, visit www.ryelibrary.org/tales!
Motivating the Unmotivated Student
Motivating the Unmotivated Student
Successful Study Skills 4 Students PresentsMotivating the Unmotivated StudentFor parents of students in 4th to 12th grades In a 30-minute highly dynamic, action-specific, and interactive webinar, parents are invited to learn a few tips, tools, and strategies to motivate, inspire, and support their student. What you will learn: Why is your student unmotivated How self-esteem and […]
5 events,
Women’s Financial Literacy : How to make sense of today’s financial markets
Women’s Financial Literacy : How to make sense of today’s financial markets
Join us for this financial literacy series, created to educate women of every age about financial matters that affect their lives. These conversations are fun and interactive in a group setting where women feel comfortable and engage in an open conversation with women who bring their expterise in from the financial industry. Click here to register.Julia […]
Community Service Opportunity! Teen Advisory Board
Community Service Opportunity! Teen Advisory Board
Membership is open for the Teen Advisory Board! Participants shape the programs, materials, and policies of the teen library all while earning community service. Contact: Sarah Prosser : 914-231-3172 : [email protected]
Cooking with Kids! No-Bake Granola Bars
Cooking with Kids! No-Bake Granola Bars
.Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this kid-friendly cooking program! Gather together with a handful of simple ingredients and get ready to create a tasty snack together with children's librarian Ms. Lisa. Every week we will post a new recipe and meet on Zoom to learn how to […]
3 events,
4 events,
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
.Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village GreenAn inclusive all-ages outdoor storytime (geared towards babies - preschool) featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, movement activities and more! Practice early concepts like counting, ABCs and rhyming words in a fun community setting.This all-season outdoor storytime. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on and please dress for the weather! Participating […]
Teen Draw Along: Winter Monsters
Teen Draw Along: Winter Monsters
Video Game Designer and Artist Laura Spreizter returns to lead a live draw along where participants will be making their own winter monsters! Contact: Sarah Prosser : 914-231-3172 : [email protected]
6 events,
Preschool Take and Make Kits
Preschool Take and Make Kits
.BRAND NEW! Enhance your at home learning experiences with special Preschool Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every MONDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for […]
K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
.Enhance your at home learning experiences with Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every MONDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for children from […]
Adult Writing Group
Adult Writing Group
Join us for a weekly writing group for all levels of experience.During this dedicated 90 minutes, we will combine time to write with time to share and support each […]
6 events,
Tales for Tots
Tales for Tots
.Join Granny Jean every Tuesday morning for a virtual Tales for Tots storytime! Enjoy all your favorite songs, nursery rhymes, and books together from the comfort of your own home. To view the weekly video, visit www.ryelibrary.org/tales!
Girls Who Code, Grades 3-5
Girls Who Code, Grades 3-5
.Join this NEW YEAR-themed meeting of our Girls Who Code club! All levels of experience are welcome. Clubs help girls see themselves as computer scientists who can help change the world. We cover key concepts in coding, collaborative design and personal strengths. Club is currently offered to girls in grades 3-5, and will meet under the umbrella program […]
Kids Coding Club, Grades 3-5: NEW YEAR EDITION!
Kids Coding Club, Grades 3-5: NEW YEAR EDITION!
.Join this meeting of our Kids Coding Club! All levels of experience are welcome.This session is for kids in grades 3-5. Contact: Samantha Mairson, Children's Librarian : 9142313162 : [email protected]
3 events,
Cooking with Kids! Philly Cheesesteak Biscuit Bombs
Cooking with Kids! Philly Cheesesteak Biscuit Bombs
.Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this kid-friendly cooking program! Gather together with a handful of simple ingredients and get ready to create a tasty snack together with children's librarian Ms. Lisa. Every week we will post a new recipe and meet on Zoom to learn how to […]
6 events,
Kids Coding Club, Grades K-2: NEW YEAR EDITION!
Kids Coding Club, Grades K-2: NEW YEAR EDITION!
.Join this meeting of our Kids Coding Club! All levels of experience are welcome.This session is for kids in grades K-2. Contact: Samantha Mairson, Children's Librarian : 9142313162 : [email protected]
Loosen Up and Paint: BYOB Night Out!
Loosen Up and Paint: BYOB Night Out!
Thursday, January 21, 6:15 - 9:00 pmAdditional Workshop Date: Thursday, April 22, 6:15 - 9:00 pmAges 21 & overBYOB and join us for an evening of self-expression through paint! No paint-by-numbers, no pressure to be perfect – workshop will start with a simple still-life and progress from there. Participants will be encouraged to work at […]
Get on Board with Extraordinary Cheeseboards!
Get on Board with Extraordinary Cheeseboards!
.It’s no secret that a gorgeous cheeseboard is the highlight of any party. Join Ashley live from her tiny kitchen to learn tips and tricks for building an extraordinary cheeseboard that will be sure to impress your guests! Ashley will walk you through how to plan, shop for, and present your boards, and answer any […]
5 events,
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
.Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village GreenAn inclusive all-ages outdoor storytime (geared towards babies - preschool) featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, movement activities and more! Practice early concepts like counting, ABCs and rhyming words in a fun community setting.This all-season outdoor storytime. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on and please dress for the weather! Participating […]
Teen Test Kitchen: Chocolate Mug Cakes
Teen Test Kitchen: Chocolate Mug Cakes
.Looking for a single service size snack? Something a little special but also easy? Learn to make this quick, yummy mug cake from Bigger Bolder Baking with Teen Librarian Sarah! You will need:2 1/2 tablespoons all-purpose flour2 1/2 tablespoons sugar1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder1/4 teaspoon baking powderPinch of salt2 tablespoons milk1 teaspoon oil (canola, veg, sunflower)1 small egg (or […]
3 events,
Kids Workshop: Bird Book Sculpture
Kids Workshop: Bird Book Sculpture
Ages 9 - 12 • Saturday, January 23, 10:30 am - 11:30 amHave you ever wondered what to do with an old book? With a pair of scissors and glue, transform it into an objet d’art! Bring an old book (hardcover or paperback) and sculpt out a phoenix or a bird of your own design.Instructor: […]
6 events,
Preschool Take and Make Kits
Preschool Take and Make Kits
.BRAND NEW! Enhance your at home learning experiences with special Preschool Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every MONDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for […]
K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
K-5 Take and Make Drop Day!
.Enhance your at home learning experiences with Take and Make Kits from the library this fall! Starting in September, a new kit for you to pick up at the library and bring home is available every MONDAY! Every week there is a new fun activity to do in your home. These kits are appropriate for children from […]
Adult Writing Group
Adult Writing Group
Join us for a weekly writing group for all levels of experience.During this dedicated 90 minutes, we will combine time to write with time to share and support each […]
3 events,
Tales for Tots
Tales for Tots
.Join Granny Jean every Tuesday morning for a virtual Tales for Tots storytime! Enjoy all your favorite songs, nursery rhymes, and books together from the comfort of your own home. To view the weekly video, visit www.ryelibrary.org/tales!
3 events,
Cooking with Kids! Brownie Cookies
Cooking with Kids! Brownie Cookies
.Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this kid-friendly cooking program! Gather together with a handful of simple ingredients and get ready to create a tasty snack together with children's librarian Ms. Lisa. Every week we will post a new recipe and meet on Zoom to learn how to […]
4 events,
Armchair Art Tours BFFs: Man and Dog in the Classical World
Armchair Art Tours BFFs: Man and Dog in the Classical World
.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.Presented by Michael NorrisMike got his BA in classics from the University of California at San Diego and his MA in […]
5 events,
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village Green
.Outdoor Storytime 10 or 11:30 on the Village GreenAn inclusive all-ages outdoor storytime (geared towards babies - preschool) featuring stories, songs, fingerplays, movement activities and more! Practice early concepts like counting, ABCs and rhyming words in a fun community setting.This all-season outdoor storytime. Participants are encouraged to bring a blanket to sit on and please dress for the weather! Participating […]
Teen Take and Make Together: Touch Screen Gloves
Teen Take and Make Together: Touch Screen Gloves
.Learn how to make your own touch screen gloves! All supplies provided by the library, register here to reserve your kit! Limit of 20 participants. Contact: Sarah Prosser : [email protected]
3 events,
RAC Member Exhibit Closes
Dec. 10 - Jan. 30, 2021Let’s celebrate the art of your creative community. Explore the works for our many members ranging from beginners to professionals. Click here to view online gallery.