Join Joan Lloyd in learning to make beaded earrings. For every pair you make to keep, make one to donate to a women's shelter. All materials will be provided, so just bring your creativity! If you have any bead jewelry at home (including broken) that you no longer want, feel free to bring it in […]
Join local authors Matthew Speiser and Allison Pataki in conversation about Matthew’s new book, Sons of Liberty. Registration is requested! Books will be available for purchase at the event. Register here ABOUT THE BOOK Sons of Liberty charts the extraordinary life of Ulysses Brooke, a rising political star in Old Virginia, who's not all he […]
On the second Tuesday of each month, join us for an evening of art, technology, and design as we learn to use makerspace tools by creating a craft project or piece of art. All ages and skill levels are welcome, but children under 12 should be accompanied by an adult to assist them. This month […]
From crafting an internet help search that will return real results to understanding basic troubleshooting terminology –– and beyond –– join Digital Services Librarian Ryan Biracree to learn the DIY basics for understanding and fixing problems with your computer or other devices. This event takes place in person at the Library, but participants who cannot […]
Join New York District 95 Assemblywoman Dana Levenberg at the Desmond-Fish Public Library for a local Town Hall. Share your thoughts on the 2023 State Budget and legislative session, what's going on in your community, and what the state government's priorities should be. For more information, call (914) 941-1111 or email levenbergd@nyassembly.gov.
Valentine’s Day is on its way! Stop by the library and join Culinary Institute of America graduate Rebecca Weber in decorating some delicious chocolate treats! For ages 5 and up. Registration required. Please register each child individually. Please note: This event requires at least five attendees to run. If fewer than five participants have registered […]
In this friendly, introductory course, participants will learn the basics of using Microsoft Word, the most common word processor, in a welcoming and supportive environment. Creating a document, composing the document, saving, and sharing the file will all be covered. Participants are asked to bring a computer with Microsoft Word installed if they plan on […]
All ages are welcome to casually compete with friends and neighbors in two classic games on the Nintendo Switch: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Super Smash Bros Ultimate. The library will have two consoles and televisions set up, each supporting up to 4 players at once*. If you have your own Nintendo Switch, joy-cons, and/or game […]
Let the good times roll! Celebrate Mardi Gras by decorating your very own mask. For ages 3 and up. Registration required. Please register each child individually. Please note: This event requires at least three attendees to run. If fewer than three participants have registered within 48 hours of the event, it will be postponed and […]
Family Science Night is the place for kids of all ages and their families to work together –– learning about science through sometimes slimy, sometimes spooky, sometimes explosive, but always FUN activities, crafts, and experiments! Do you love these large-eyed, mysterious predators of the night? Come learn about owls and take home some spooky souvenirs […]
Bring your favorite stuffed friend to the library for a night of fun! We'll start with a pajama storytime, a craft, and some snacks, and then it's time for the sleepover to begin. Your friends will spend the night at the library...hopefully they won't get into too much mischief! You'll be able to pick them […]
STROLLER by Amanda Parrish Morgan Object Lessons is a series of concise, collectable, beautifully designed books about the hidden lives of ordinary things. Join us as we welcome the author of STROLLER, Amanda Parrish Morgan to discuss her work. This visit is co-hosted by Split Rock Books, and books will be available for purchase. Registration […]
"Black Futures" is a presentation and panel discussion led by activist and local librarian, Justice McCray, highlighting an erased and forgotten history of black trailblazers, the impact they've had on our lives today, and their dreams of what a better future could look like. Throughout the discussion, the theme of liberation will be explored and […]
What is habitat? Who needs help from humans? What should we do to help, and what should we not do? Why are native plants important for wildlife? What is the role of insects and what are their needs for habitat? What to plant? We will cover the importance of plant size, shape, bloom time, etc., […]