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News From the Library
August 22, 2024
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We Are Excited to Announce....
The Board of Directors of the New Rochelle Public Library (NRPL) is pleased to announce that it has hired Eugenia Schatoff as NRPL’s new Library Director, effective October 1, 2024. The appointment was made following a four-month nationwide search. Ms. Schatoff succeeds Tom Geoffino, who retired in April.
As Director, Ms. Schatoff will oversee the continued revitalization of the library, with a renewed emphasis on ensuring the library is a best-in-class facility, expanding programming and services to meet the needs of the diverse and growing New Rochelle community, and strengthening community partnerships.
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Book Donations Paused
The Friends is not accepting book/CD/DVD donations until after Labor Day (9/3/24). Our all-volunteer Friends group, who sorts, shelves and sells these generously donated items, needs time to manage the large inflow of materials. Please respect their wishes.
As a reminder, when donations resume, please limit to one small bag or box. Thank you.
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Offer Still Open! Calling All Teachers: Book Bargains Galore!
The Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library invites teachers to a $1/BAG SALE on select Children's Books on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm at the Main Branch of the New Rochelle Public Library, 1 Library Plaza
Come browse a special selection of gently used children's books for purchase. Find great bargains for your classrooms! We'll supply the bags
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Knit One. Purl Two
The final summer NRPL Knitting Club session takes place on Friday, August 23, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm. The knitting club will take a break for the month of September, but will return on Friday, October 11.
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Brown Bag Book Club: The Sentence
Join us on Tuesday, August 27, 12:00 pm for our next book club discussion. This month's read is The Sentence by Louise Erdrich.
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Qi Gong Returns in September
Jian will return on Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 am, beginning September 3, to continue leading our popular Qi Gong series - energy (chee) and gentle body movement (gong) for healing the body, mind and emotions. Drop in.
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ESL Fall Classes
Learn English as a second language at the New Rochelle Public Library. In person beginner classes meet Mon/Tue/Thu/Fri, 9:15 am - 12:15 pm, beginning in mid- September. An online placement test will be given on Wednesday, September 5. Learn more here.
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Beginner Sewing for Adults
This beginner sewing program on Saturdays, September 7, 14, and 21 at 10:00 am - 12:00 pm OR 2:00 - 4:00 pm will teach adults how to thread, operate, and troubleshoot a sewing machine while making several small projects including a personal pin cushion; a simple tote bag and more.
All materials and supplies are provided. No prior sewing experience required. Space is limited. Registration required.
This program is only open to New Rochelle Public Library (NRPL) cardholders in good standing, who have not previously taken this class. A valid NRPL card is required to register. Participants MUST attend all 3 sessions. Please do not register if you cannot attend all sessions.
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Libraries Rock!
Library lovers will adore this list of library books all about libraries!
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Making Music Together
On Friday, August 23, 10:30 am, at Huguenot Children's Library, join us for a special pop-up program, Making Music Together, with Sounds Good Westchester
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Tween Book Club
Does your tween love to read? Our next tween book club discussion takes place on Tuesday, September 10, 4:30 - 5:30 pm. Tweens ages 9 - 12 are invited to join for snacks, trivia, and to chat about Max in the House of Spies: A Tale o World War ll by Adam Gidwitz. The first 10 registrants receive a free copy of the book. Registration details here.
Save the date! The next Tween Club is Tuesday, September 17, 4:30 pm. Hang out with old friends and new to chat, play board games, color or experiment with STEM projects.
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LAST CHANCE: Win a Prize by Letting Us Know What You Are Reading
LAST CHANCE to let us know what you're reading and why you like it, and you may be featured in our "What Are You Reading Wednesdays" highlights on social media. Plus, everyone who submits will be entered into a raffle for a chance to win a prize! Click here to enter!
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There's Still Time to Join the August Reading Challenge
There is still time to enter our August Reading Challenge, to read a dark fantasy book. Sit back and enjoy a mix of magic and the macabre! (Here are some suggestions.)
Fill out this form to submit your August book(s).
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Chair Yoga
Monday, August 26, 12:30 -1:30 pm
This is the final summer chair yoga class. Our fall schedule resumes on Wednesday, September 4, 1:00 - 2:00 pm.
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Job Search Coach
Mondays, 5:00 - 7:30 pm
On the first Monday of each month, our Job Search Coach will lead a workshop on a specific job search- related topic. Learn more about and register for workshops here.
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Open Sewing
Tuesday, August 27, 10:00 am
This is the final Open Sewing session for the summer. Our fall session will return on a NEW DAY and TIME, Wednesday, September 11, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm. Sessions will continue weekly on Wednesdays at this new time.
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Check out the Teen Room for Fun Activities
Drop in on Friday, August 23, 3:00 -5:00 pm for a Treasure Hunt. Find clues, solve puzzles, and make your way to earning the final treasure!
All participants will receive a bag of candy. One treasure hunter will win the grand prize! No registration required; just drop in!
On Wednesday, August 28, 3:00 - 6:00 pm, drop in to make a duct tape wallet.
Stop by any day at 3:00 pm to play on the Nintendo Switch, PS5, Xbox Series X!
Save the dates - Friday, August 30, 3:00 pm for the End of Summer Pizza Party in the Garden, and get ready for Vinyl Sticker Week, Tuesday, September 3 - Friday, September 6. Grab some free vinyl stickers to decorate and personalize your items.
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Check out our Teen calendar for a full listing of all Teen events that take place daily in the Teen Room. | |
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Fashion at Your Fingertips
The University of Fashion is an online library filled with hundreds of well-produced video lessons teaching all aspects of fashion design. Whether the topic is making clothes (that includes designing, sewing, knitting, or crocheting!), the fashion industry, drawing techniques for fabrics and garments, or even influencer marketing, University of Fashion has loads of fun and practical information.
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The Shelf
¿Has escuchado de 7 Cajas, el trepidante thriller que se convirtió en la película más taquillera de Paraguay? ¡Puedes verlo gratis con tu tarjeta de la biblioteca en The Shelf! The Shelf te permite transmitir películas, series de televisión, audiolibros y música en español provenientes de una variedad de países latinos.
Para encontrar medios de tendencia de un país español en particular, desde Paraguay y Perú hasta México y Guatemala, haga clic en la lupa en la parte superior de la página y elija Ir A Búsqueda Avanzada. Filtra por uno o más países y encontrarás opciones para todas las edades, ¡desde niños hasta adultos!
¿Solo quieres navegar? Vaya a The Shelf en theshelf.tv
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NR Camps Show: Celebrating French Culture and Lafayette Day
Stop by the Lumen Winter Art Gallery to view the artwork created by children in New Rochelle's Camp Joy, Kiddie Camp, Summer Stars and Ready, Set Camp. On display through September 3.
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Summer Hours and Closings
Summer Saturday hours are in effect through August 31. The Main Library will be open on Saturdays, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm, and the Huguenot Children's Library will be closed on Saturdays. Regular Saturday hours will resume on September 7.
The Library is closed Sundays through September 1.
The Library will be closed on Monday, September 2 in observance of Labor Day.
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The Friends Bookstore
The Friends Bookstore is open Tuesday, Thursday, (10:00 am - 4:00 pm) and Saturday, 10:00 am - 1:30 pm. Stop by and see what bargains you can find among their extensive collection of best sellers, children's books, gift-quality books, cookbooks and more. Learn more about the Friends here.
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Summer Sounds Free Concerts at Hudson Park
The next Summer Sounds concert takes place on Friday, August 23, 7:30 pm, featuring GOLD STARS FOR EVERYONE and AVALANCHE AT DAWN. On Wednesday, August 28, 7:30 pm listen to the sounds of THE ACCHORDS. (All Summer Sounds evening concerts take place in the Hudson Park Band Shell.
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Shiloh Baptist Church Community Day 2024
Sensational Shiloh invites you to its “Community Day 2024” on Saturday, August 24, 2024, 12:00 - 5:00 pm at Shiloh Baptist Church, 185 Lincoln Avenue, New Rochelle.
This is the perfect chance to enjoy some family fun, prepare for the upcoming school year, and pick up some useful items for your home.
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Summer Sizzle Free Concert Series
The New Rochelle Downtown Summer Sizzle Concert Series continues on Saturday, August 24, 7:00 pm with 70's SUPER TRANS AM. Concerts take place in Ruby Dee Park at Library Green. Music with opening VJ begins at 6:00 pm.
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Junior Docent Opportunities at the Bruce Museum
The Bruce Museum in Greenwich, CT is looking for teens to join a group of dynamic teen peers who meet regularly to engage with art and science, interact with field experts, and plan events for teens.
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NRPL Calendar
For a full listing of all NRPL events, visit our online calendar.
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