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Week of Events
Virtual Summer Musical Theater: Mulan
Virtual Summer Musical Theater WorkshopAges 8 - 13, 9:00 am - 2:00 pmTake a spot on the virtual stage and learn shortened versions of scenes, songs, and simple choreography - all from some of the greatest Broadway and Disney productions. Students will get a chance to experience the world of theater by exploring their talent through […]
Makerspace Mondays
Makerspace Mondays
Makerspace Mondays are now Take and Make Mondays! Since our Makerspace is currently unavailable for use to the public, we are bringing the Makerspace to you! We will be preparing take home Makerspace kits for you to grab from the library for free! Sign up ahead of time on our reservation page to request your kit and arrange a pickup […]
Teen Maker Kits
Teen Maker Kits
We will be preparing take home Makerspace and STEAM kits for you to grab from the library for free! Sign up ahead of time on our reservation page to request your kit and arrange a pickup time at our outdoor curbside pickup table. Contact: Sarah Prosser : [email protected]
Virtual Escape Room!
Virtual Escape Room!
Sign up with friends (or work on your own) to solve an escape room! Contact: Sarah Prosser : 845-402-8248 : [email protected]
Wiggle Giggle with Dawny Dew – Youtube
Wiggle Giggle with Dawny Dew – Youtube
.Get a new Dawny Dew video every Tuesday morning at 9:30 am!Wiggle Giggle while social distancing at www.ryelibrary.org/dawnydew
Adult Writing Group
Adult Writing Group
.All writers of any skill level are welcome to join this intrepid group!This week's prompts:- where would you (or your character) be now if you had married your first love?- your first fight- wisdom you learned from your child/a child Contact: Sarah Prosser : [email protected]
Teen Writing Circle
Teen Writing Circle
Work with Sarah on your current, or new writing project! Receive helpful peer critiques as well as weekly exercises and prompts to turn you into a better fiction writer. This week's prompts:- you are a camp counselor; make up a story that will scare the bejeezus out of your eight to ten year old campers-you're having […]
Girls Who Code
Girls Who Code
.Join this 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. **Attending this event will earn you points in our Summer Reading Program!**Club is currently offered to girls […]
COVID-19 UPDATE: College Admissions, the Holistic Review Process and Community Service
COVID-19 UPDATE: College Admissions, the Holistic Review Process and Community Service
Tuesday, July 21st at 7:00 pm UPDATE: College Admissions, the Holistic Review Process and Community Service in the time of COVID-19 We are offering this Zoom presentation to help families understand how the college admissions landscape is changing due to COVID-19 and what impact it will have on rising Seniors, Juniors and Sophomores. The college admissions process is undergoing significant and […]
Rye Dish : Cookbook Discussion Group Gimme Some Oven
Rye Dish : Cookbook Discussion Group Gimme Some Oven
.Join a new, virtual cookbook and food discussion group! Pick a recipe (or two!), prepare it at home, and join in with the group to talk about it. This week, Gimme Some Oven will inspire our culinary adventures. This blog has a little bit of everything! From comforing curry soup to Grandma's pecan pie, there's something for […]
Music and Movement with Chloe
Music and Movement with Chloe
.Join us for a new Music and Movement video with Chloe, every Wednesday at 9:30 am. Visit www.ryelibrary.org/chloe to watch at any time.
Cooking with Kids! Sloppy Joes
Cooking with Kids! Sloppy Joes
.Are you in need of some food inspiration? Get the whole family involved in the kitchen with this new 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 […]
Virtual Knitting Group
Virtual Knitting Group
. Open to knitters, crocheters, and makers of all kinds! Join Tara and Sarah and our group of creators from around the country over Google Meetings as we work on projects and chat about life (and our animals a lot of the time). Contact: Sarah Prosser : 845-402-8248 : [email protected]
Tales for Tots
Tales for Tots
.Join Granny Jean every Thursday 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!
(closed) Teen D&D
(closed) Teen D&D
This campaign is currently closed, if you're interested in joining a campaign, please email Sarah and she'll help find you one! Contact: Sarah Prosser : 845-402-8248 : [email protected]
(closed) Teen D&D
(closed) Teen D&D
This campaign is currently closed, if you're interested in joining a campaign, please email Sarah and she'll help find you one! Contact: Sarah Prosser : 845-402-8248 : [email protected]
Coding Camp Grades 1&2: Build Your Own Fuzz with Kodable
Coding Camp Grades 1&2: Build Your Own Fuzz with Kodable
.DO TOGETHER! Today we will use JavaScript to create our own fuzzy characters in the kids programming game, Kodable! Accessorize and design your very own member of the fuzzFamily to use in your coding adventures! At the end of class we will share our unique fuzzes with each other.We will do today’s module in class […]
Coding Camp Grades 3-5: Build Your Own Fuzz with Kodable
Coding Camp Grades 3-5: Build Your Own Fuzz with Kodable
.DO TOGETHER! Today we will use JavaScript to create our own fuzzy characters in the kids programming game, Kodable! Accessorize and design your very own member of the fuzzFamily to use in your coding adventures! At the end of class we will share our unique fuzzes with each other.We will do today’s module in class […]
Harry Potter Zoom Trivia Night
Harry Potter Zoom Trivia Night
.Celebrate The Boy Who Lived's birthday by challenging yourself with some Harry Potter trivia, hosted by our very own Tara and Sarah! Sign up with your friends (maximum of 6 to a team) and play this fun game over Zoom. Contact: [email protected]
Story Time with Ms. Sam! – baby time
Story Time with Ms. Sam! – baby time
.Join Ms. Sam for some entertaining and engaging stories for babies (10 am) and Toddlers+ (11:30 am) as she goes FB live!
Story Time with Ms. Sam! – toddler time
Story Time with Ms. Sam! – toddler time
.Join Ms. Sam for some entertaining and engaging stories for babies (10 am) and Toddlers+ (11:30 am) as she goes FB live!
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Teen Take and Make: Create Your Own Sketchbook
Teen Take and Make: Create Your Own Sketchbook
Made out of upcycled materials, learn basic book binding skills as you create your own sketchbook (or journal!). Sign up ahead of time to have materials ready for pick-up and see how simple this project is to recreate with items you have at home! -------Reserve your kit by making a curb-side pick up appointment! (Be sure […]
STEM Ever After: Once Upon an Avatar Grades K-2
STEM Ever After: Once Upon an Avatar Grades K-2
.What's an avatar? Learn about how video game stories are created around the central character you control called an "avatar!" **Attending this event will earn you points in our Summer Reading Program!** Crayons and paper are needed for this activity. This program is designed for kids entering grades K-2 in September 2020. Please register with an email you […]
STEM Superheroes: Jacques Cousteau, Under the Sea Grades 3-5
STEM Superheroes: Jacques Cousteau, Under the Sea Grades 3-5
.Discover a whole new world through the eyes of a Marine Biologist and explore the world's oceans to learn more about our friends who live under the sea! **Attending this event will earn you points in our Summer Reading Program!** This program is designed for kids entering grades 3-5 in September 2020. Please register with an email you […]
Social Distancing Book Group: Don’t You Forget About Me
Social Distancing Book Group: Don’t You Forget About Me
.Join our first virtual book discussion group with the community and Rye librarians! Our selections are chosen from the Westchester Library System's digital offerings and our meeting are held virtually on Zoom. A great opportunity for connection and conversation about great books!Our next title is "Don't You Forget About Me" by Mhairi McFarlane. It is available […]
Crafty Saturdays: Take and Make!
Crafty Saturdays: Take and Make!
Spend your weekend crafting with the Rye Free Reading Room! Every week we will have Take and Make Craft Kits available for you to pick up at our curbside station. Bring it home and have fun! Make sure you post some pictures of your creations and tag us on social media! Please visit our Reservation Page to register for […]
Baby-wearing dance class
Baby-wearing dance class
.Join Ms. Sam, a GroovaRoo babywearing dance instructor (in-training) on Zoom for a private babywearing dance class. Wear comfy clothes and your favorite babywearing device. Don't forget your water! Register to receive Zoom link. Contact: Samantha Mairson : 9142313162 : [email protected]
Sunday Funday with Graham Clarke
Sunday Funday with Graham Clarke
.Join us Sundays during the summer for a wacky, fun time with Graham Clarke! We will dance and sing together (virtually) so put on your dancing pants. This event will be held via Zoom. Please register here to receive the Zoom information.