Announcing the Greenburgh Public Library 2019 Teen Poetry Contest!
Check out the brochure linked here for all the details -- Please spread the word to your students & friends! A great way to Celebrate National Poetry Month coming this April!
- Who is eligible? Teen poets 12 – 19 years of age
- Teen Prizes: First Prize: $100.00 !!! Second Prize: $50.00 !!!
- Submission Deadline: April 2, 2019 @ 11:59 PM
- Winners will be announced: April 16, 2019 at the GPL Poetry Celebration -- You need not be present to win.
Kid's Present Talent Show
Sunday, March 24th, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Looking to showcase your talents? Do you sing, dance, play an instrument or write poetry? Whatever your talents, we invite you to come and share them with other kids and the community. Kids Present is a partnership between the parishioners of Youth Mission of Life and the Greenburgh Public Library. The essence of the program is to provide K-12 students with a platform where they can overcome their fear of presenting while gaining confidence utilizing their passion of music, robotics, art, and other activities as the content for presenting.
SBIC: Senior Benefits Information Center
Every Monday - 10:00am - 1:00pm
Senior Benefits Information Center helps older adults 60 and over and those caring for the elderly achieve a better understanding of Medicare health plans and prescription drug coverage. Trained advisers help you navigate Medicare. Great during open enrollment. FREE - No Appointment Necessary. Help Line: 231-3260
Westchester County Department of Health Navigator Program
Every Tuesday from 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Contact: Westchester County Department of Health
Please call to make an appointment in advance.
Do you need health insurance? The Westchester County Health Department offers FREE help. Contact them at 914-995-6350 or email hnav@westchestergov.com
Book Ends: Philosophy Book Discussion Group
Tuesday, March 26th, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Book Title: An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding by David Hume
The philosophy reading group meets bi-monthly and is a self guided discussion group led by Mr. Robert Brantl, Esq. The group is dedicated to the great philosophers of the past and present. Often titles selected are obscure and must be purchased by group participants. Copies of books or articles may be obtained online or sometimes through the Westchester Library System ILL service with local universities. A single work is discussed over several months. New members please register online.
Sketchbook Drawing & Art Group
Tuesday, March 26th, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Visiting Artist: Deborah Beck - Resist with Oil Pastel and Crayon, Watercolor, Markers and Drawing Pencil and Paper
An opportunity to work on drawing, watercolor or pencil artwork in a creative aging program where members share their talents and learn from one another. An on-going seasonal program which has Visiting Artists in residence to inspire and encourage work in progress. Each member brings their own art supplies. Light instruction is provided as well as some art tools to be used during Sketchbook. No need to re-register for current members. New members, 55 and older, please register online. To register, click here.
Search the New Library Catalog Like a Pro!
Tuesday, March 26th, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Friday, March 29th, 10:30am - 11:30am
Wednesday, April 3rd, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Librarian, Genie Contrata will show patrons the new catalog, revealing tips and tricks to make finding what you want that much easier! Genie will be working with groups but one-on-one help is also available. So drop in on one of these dates and make sure to bring your library card to practice. Contact Genie to book a one-on-one appointment for help with the catalog or any of the library's digital collections. Call 721-8232 or email econtrata@greenburghlibrary.
Teen Homework Help
Tuesday, March 26th & Wednesday, March 27th, 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Homework and study help for teens grades 6-12. No registration required.
Ginormously Good Reads Book Club for Grades 4-6
Tuesday, March 26th, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
We will be discussing The One and Only Ivan by Katherine Applegate. Stop by the library to pick up your copy of the book. Registration required. To register, click here.
Spanish ~ English Conversation Group
Grupo de Conversación español ~ inglés
Wednesday, March 27th, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Improve your Spanish conversation skills. Basic Spanish needed to participate. Please call 721-8235 for more information. Mejore su nivel de conversación en inglés. Saber lo básico es necesario para participar. Favor de llamar 721-8235 para más información.
Homework Help Is Here!
Every Wednesday from 4:30pm to 6:30pm
Homework Help is free after-school help from local college students for students grades
1-5 and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Students must be accompanied by an adult and must check in at the reference desk. Homework Help is not designed to be one-on-one tutoring, but instead a way to work through individual questions or problems a student may have difficulty with while doing their homework.
Parli italiano? Join the Italian Conversation Group!
Wednesday, March 27th, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Parli italiano? Join us for three Wednesday afternoons a month as we improve our language skills, build our vocabulary, and practice conversation. This group learning experience will be led by Art Burnap, who is "crazy enough to believe studying languages & cultures can help us get along better in today's world!" Vieni, unisciti a noi!
GPL Writer's Community
Wednesday, March 27th, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
All writers are welcome to share their work, receive feedback, and listen to other works in a friendly atmosphere. No registration required. For more information, please call 914-721-8216.
Create: 3D Printing with 3D Pens
Wednesday, March 27th, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Learn all about 3D modeling and art with 3D Printing pens. For middle and high school age. Registration required. Click here to register.
Bookworms' Book Club for Grades 2-3
Wednesday, March 27th, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Attend an evening of book discussion, fun activities and snacks. In October, we are reading Freckle Juice by Judy Blume. Stop by the library to pick up a copy of the book. Registration Required. To register, click here.
Stitchfest
Thursday, March 28th, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Stitchfest is a free meet up for knitters and crocheters of all skills levels from the absolute newbie to expert. Even if you are just thinking about learning to knit or crochet this meet up is for you.
Video Game Club
Thursday, March 28th, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Use the library’s consoles and games or bring some of yours and play with fellow gamers! Want to use the library's? Pick from Nintendo Switch, XBox One, PS4, Xbox 360, Wii. For middle and high school age. No registration required.
Health Matters For Seniors: Medical Marijuana Forum
Saturday, March 30th, 2:00pm
Speaker: Dr. Dara Huang, M.D., Brown Medical School
Learn about the growing medicinal use of medical cannabis for adults. This event is in partnership with Team Unity, Incorporated, a 501(c)(3) public charity. No registration required.
Jazz Conversations - Special Event
Sunday, March 31st, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Subject: Keith Jarrett
Frank DeLigio leads this lively conversation about jazz greats past and present. Discussion centers on the music and the personalities and is often prompted from video or audio clips of the days subjects. Special guest Rocco Dapice will perform and talk about Keith Jarrett and his technique. Don't miss this special event!
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