Pound Ridge Library
Mah Jongg has returned to the library with in-person sessions weekly on Tuesdays at 12 pm. Mah Jongg originated in China several centuries ago and spread throughout the West in the early 20th century. This class is for intermediate-level play. Please join us in this popular game of skill and luck! Please register by clicking […]
The Human Right Advisory Committee will holding an event in the Schaffner Room. This event is open to the public.
Canasta is back at the library! Join us for a fun-filled game on Wednesday afternoons. It’s a great card game that you’ll all enjoy! Beginners or those who want more instruction are welcome. What a fun way to learn and play the game. Good company & good conversation, too. Register below. Registration guarantees a spot […]
The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com) Ron and Jackie are offering this Zoom presentation to help families understand how the lingering effects from the pandemic have changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen. Ron and Jackie […]
In this 3 part series, participants will review and experience the foundations of acrylic painting covering what acrylic paint is, how to start, lay out a palette, and manipulate and mix colors. Over the 3 sessions, determine and swatch colors while working towards one painting. One on one feedback is given, and group discussion is […]
There will be a private meeting in the lower level meeting room. See Director for details.
Join us at the Pound Ridge Library for an enriching experience with our Seed Library Social. The Pound Ridge Library Local and Heirloom Seed Library committee will be meeting. New committee members and volunteers are very welcome! Meet, Grow, and Get to Know. Meet fellow gardening enthusiasts, share stories, and build connections within our vibrant […]
Join us for a special presentation at Pound Ridge Library as we showcase Jon Scott Bennett's film "Leatherman," followed by an insightful Q & A session with the creator. Don't miss this unique opportunity to delve into the film and gain insights from the filmmaker. Registration guarantees a spot in the program. Registration does not […]
Announcing Pound Ridge Sings! Hey music lovers! We're excited to announce the launch the Pound Ridge Sings, an informal singing group where everyone is welcome to join, regardless of talent or experience. If you have a passion for singing and want to have a blast, this is the place for you! Monday, February 5th and […]
Born in 19 th century rural Louisiana to former slaves Sarah Breedlove rose tobecome the first female African-American self-made millionaire in the United States. Known as Madam C.J. Walker, she developed a line of beauty care products for black women. Walker built a factory, hair salon, mail-order business and a beauty school which trained 20,000 […]
Mah Jongg has returned to the library with in-person sessions weekly on Tuesdays at 12 pm. Mah Jongg originated in China several centuries ago and spread throughout the West in the early 20th century. This class is for intermediate-level play. However, instruction for beginners will be held on the first Tuesday of every month beginning […]
The Pound Ridge Conservation Board will be doing a practice tech run-through in the Schaffner Room.
The Pound Ridge Police will host a private event in the Schaffner Room.
The Banned Books Book Club meets the first Wednesday of every month. This month we will be reading One Flew Over the Cuckoo's Nest by Ken Kesey, a classic novel that explores the oppressive environment of a mental institution. The story is narrated by Chief Bromden, a patient who pretends to be deaf and dumb […]
Canasta is back at the library! Join us for a fun-filled game on Wednesday afternoons. It’s a great card game that you’ll all enjoy! Beginners or those who want more instruction are welcome. What a fun way to learn and play the game. Good company & good conversation, too. Register below. Registration guarantees a spot […]
A Virtual Ranger Talk from Frederick Douglass National Historic Site Wednesday, February 7 from 7-8pm Frederick Douglass spent his life fighting for justice and equality. Born into slavery in 1818, he escaped as a young man and became a leading voice in the abolitionist movement. People everywhere still find inspiration today in his tireless struggle, […]
Ikebana (ē-kĕ-bah-nah) is the ancient art of Japanese flower arranging and one of the traditional arts of Japan. A free translation of Ikebana might be “living flowers” or “making flowers come alive”. When flowers are beautifully arranged in a container, the arrangement evokes the whole of nature itself, and people’s relationship with nature. Presented by […]
The West Point Band Wind Quintet will give a performance at the Library. The Academy Wind Quintet presents a varied and colorful program of virtuoso chamber music for winds, featuring repertoire ranging from the late eighteenth century courts of Europe to the contemporary masters of the twenty-first century. Noting Valentine's Day, the quintet will include […]
The Pound Ridge Conservation Board will be holding a private event in the Schaffner Room.
Mah Jongg has returned to the library with in-person sessions weekly on Tuesdays at 12 pm. Mah Jongg originated in China several centuries ago and spread throughout the West in the early 20th century. This class is for intermediate-level play. However, instruction for beginners will be held on the first Tuesday of every month beginning […]
The presentation will be led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand Out For College, LLC. (www.standoutforcollege.com) Ron and Jackie are offering this Zoom presentation to help families understand how the lingering effects from the pandemic have changed the college admissions landscape and how it affects Juniors, Sophomores and Freshmen. Ron and Jackie […]
Canasta is back at the library! Join us for a fun-filled game on Wednesday afternoons. It’s a great card game that you’ll all enjoy! Beginners or those who want more instruction are welcome. What a fun way to learn and play the game. Good company & good conversation, too. Register below. Registration guarantees a spot […]
Presented by the NYS Office of Cultural Education, Museum Library Archives. Date: Thursday, February 15, 2024 Time: 12:00pm - 1:00pm Eastern Online: This is an online event. Event URL will be sent via registration email. Register here. The most important influence on Abraham Lincoln’s political thought and practice was what he learned from the leading […]
Join us for a lecture by travel expert Chris McCormack and get an insider guide to visiting the US National Parks. Topics covering include where to go, how to get there, some tips/apps to use and much more. Great preparation for planning your trip. To register, click here. .
This event has been postponed. A new date is to be announced. Culture Quest is a virtual series featuring professionals from all disciplines: writing, visual arts, and performing arts. A 45-minute presentation is followed by a Q & A session. All talks will spring from the theme “How I Got Here”. You may register for […]
The Pound Ridge Library Board of Trustees will hold their monthly meeting in the Library's Schaffner Room at 7:30 pm. Here is the link. Pound Ridge Library is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Board of Trustees meeting Time: Feb 15, 2024 07:30 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88410240854 […]
In this 3 part series, you will review and experience the foundations of acrylic painting covering what acrylic paint is, how to start, lay out a palette, and manipulate and mix colors. Over the 3 sessions, determine and swatch colors while working towards one painting. One on one feedback is given, and group discussion is […]
Whether you are new to Yoga or want to restart your practice, experience the benefits of modified Yoga! Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC, will be our instructor. Deirdre is a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, a Yoga Master Teacher – ISHTA Lineage. and a 500 Hour RYT – Yoga Alliance Continuing […]
Join us for an engaging and visually captivating art experience as renowned artist Chrissanth Greene-Gross unveils the magic of her distinctive portrait painting technique using a unique ink medium. In this exclusive demonstration, Chrissanth will guide you through her creative process, offering insights into her artistic choices and showcasing the versatility of ink in portraiture. […]
Are you feeling frustrated by technology? Bring your device to the library for free technical assistance. Learn how you can read ebooks and magazines, listen to audiobooks, and watch thousands of movies FREE with just your library card. Learn how to access crafting lesson videos, learn at-home courses, and so much more. If this time […]
Come see the epic tale of Les Miserables transformed into a wrenching and immensely entertaining rap opera. There are also brilliant illustrations projected onto a movie screen to make this show into a complete theatrical experience that one local described as "awesome and addictive." A presentation by Pound Ridger Seth Markowitz. Register below. Registration guarantees […]
Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being. Get ready for the next moment from a place of clam and clarity. Each 50-minute session provides an opportunity to learn and use gentle BREATH-BODY-MIND™ practices to soothe, […]
Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being. Get ready for the next moment from a place of clam and clarity. Each 50-minute session provides an opportunity to learn and use gentle BREATH-BODY-MIND™ practices to soothe, […]
Learn to control your mind by controlling your breath. Discover breath in your spine and ease in your being. For optimal well-being, you will consider this a worthwhile experience. The instructor is Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC. To register please email mtinter@poundridgelibrary.org and the link information will follow. To join directly, please click here.
The Monday, February 19th at 6:30 pm at Pound Ridge Library has been postponed but will be rescheduled soon. Announcing Pound Ridge Sings! Hey music lovers! We're excited to announce the launch the Pound Ridge Sings, an informal singing group where everyone is welcome to join, regardless of talent or experience. No registration necessary. If […]
Inspiration is all around us, especially in this adult writing program led by author and writing teacher, Kim Kovach. If you are interested in writing creative fiction, short stories, this course is for you. New and experienced writers will boost their skills through weekly homework assignment to keep everyone motivated! Join this convivial group of […]
Mah Jongg has returned to the library with in-person sessions weekly on Tuesdays at 12 pm. Mah Jongg originated in China several centuries ago and spread throughout the West in the early 20th century. This class is for intermediate-level play. However, instruction for beginners will be held on the first Tuesday of every month beginning […]
Inspiration is all around us, especially in this adult writing program led by author and writing teacher, Kim Kovach. If you are interested in writing creative fiction, short stories, this course is for you. New and experienced writers will boost their skills through weekly homework assignment to keep everyone motivated! Join this convivial group of […]
Register at seniorlawday.info This webinar will provide guidance to parents, guardians, and caregivers for developing a holistic plan for caring for children (or others) with disabilities as we age. Dealing with issues such as housing, assistance with decision making, financial planning, access to government benefits and education is crucial and developing a flexible plan as […]
Register at seniorlawday.info This webinar will provide guidance to parents, guardians, and caregivers for developing a holistic plan for caring for children (or others) with disabilities as we age. Dealing with issues such as housing, assistance with decision making, financial planning, access to government benefits and education is crucial and developing a flexible plan as […]
The Pound Ridge Library Book Group meets on the third Wednesday of every month at 11:45 am. This month we will discuss No Exit by Taylor Adams, a fast-paced, edge-of-your-seat thriller about a determined young woman who struggles to save a kidnapped child while trapped in a blizzard—and who must unmask and outwit a deviously […]
Canasta is back at the library! Join us for a fun-filled game on Wednesday afternoons. It’s a great card game that you’ll all enjoy! Beginners or those who want more instruction are welcome. What a fun way to learn and play the game. Good company & good conversation, too. Register below. Registration guarantees a spot […]
The World through Cinematic Animation Animated films can speak to both children and adults, sometimes simultaneously. This deceptively simple form of storytelling is an appealing way to explore history, politics, ethics, and the arts from various cultural perspectives. It’s also a way to focus on aesthetics, how thousands of carefully crafted still frames create the […]
In addition to the Library’s Modified Yoga via Zoom on Tuesdays and Fridays, the Library offers a third Yoga session IN-PERSON at the Library on Thursdays at 10:30am to 11:30am. The instructor will be Lea-Ann Durcan. Lea-Ann’s yoga journey is ongoing. She completed her 500 hour RYT with Yogaworks in NYC and nOMad always at […]
Join us for a cozy and creative time at the library with our "No Strings Attached" program! Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a complete beginner, this program offers a welcoming space for individuals of all skill levels to come together, share ideas, and work on knitting projects. Casual knitting, crocheting, or needlepoint all welcome! […]
Learn to control your mind by controlling your breath. Discover breath in your spine and ease in your being. For optimal well-being, you will consider this a worthwhile experience. The instructor is Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC. To register, email mtinter@poundridgelibrary.org and the link information will follow.
Whether you are new to Yoga or want to restart your practice, experience the benefits of modified Yoga! Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC, will be our instructor. Deirdre is a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, a Yoga Master Teacher – ISHTA Lineage. and a 500 Hour RYT – Yoga Alliance Continuing […]
Are you feeling frustrated by technology? Bring your device to the library for free technical assistance. Learn how you can read ebooks and magazines, listen to audiobooks, and watch thousands of movies FREE with just your library card. Learn how to access crafting lesson videos, learn at-home courses, and so much more. If this time […]
Deni Bonet and Chris Flynn are a New York-based Americana, folk-rock duo whose blend of voices, virtuoso violin, guitar, and humor have entertained and captivated audiences from Carnegie Hall to the White House. As individual artists, they have more than made their mark in music. As a duo, they have created something extra, engaging and […]
Join the Pound Ridge Human Rights Advisory Committee for a Black History Month screening of an episode of PBS’s ‘Finding Your Roots,’ featuring with Angela Davis and Jen Johnson. Host “Henry Louis Gates, Jr. reveals the unexpected family trees of activist Angela Y. Davis and statesman Jeh Johnson, using DNA and long-lost records to redefine […]
Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being. Get ready for the next moment from a place of clam and clarity. Each 50-minute session provides an opportunity to learn and use gentle BREATH-BODY-MIND™ practices to soothe, […]
Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being. Get ready for the next moment from a place of clam and clarity. Each 50-minute session provides an opportunity to learn and use gentle BREATH-BODY-MIND™ practices to soothe, […]
Have fun and improve your strength & endurance, both in and out of the chair. This weekly class combines movement with light strength training, range of motion work, and relaxation. Phillip Coyle will be our instructor. Phil has been trained by the National Academy of Sports Medicine in functional fitness training and group training. He […]
Learn to control your mind by controlling your breath. Discover breath in your spine and ease in your being. For optimal well-being, you will consider this a worthwhile experience. The instructor is Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC. To register please email mtinter@poundridgelibrary.org and the link information will follow.
Inspiration is all around us, especially in this adult writing program led by author and writing teacher, Kim Kovach. If you are interested in writing creative fiction, short stories, this course is for you. New and experienced writers will boost their skills through weekly homework assignment to keep everyone motivated! Join this convivial group of […]
Mah Jongg has returned to the library with in-person sessions weekly on Tuesdays at 12 pm. Mah Jongg originated in China several centuries ago and spread throughout the West in the early 20th century. This class is for intermediate-level play. However, instruction for beginners will be held on the first Tuesday of every month beginning […]
Join us for an enlightening presentation hosted by Sustainable Westchester, where we explore a sustainable and eco-friendly alternative to traditional generators. In this program, we will delve into the innovative world of solar energy and battery storage solutions, showcasing how these technologies can provide reliable power while reducing environmental impact.
Inspiration is all around us, especially in this adult writing program led by author and writing teacher, Kim Kovach. If you are interested in writing creative fiction, short stories, this course is for you. New and experienced writers will boost their skills through weekly homework assignment to keep everyone motivated! Join this convivial group of […]
Canasta is back at the library! Join us for a fun-filled game on Wednesday afternoons. It’s a great card game that you’ll all enjoy! Beginners or those who want more instruction are welcome. What a fun way to learn and play the game. Good company & good conversation, too. Register below. Registration guarantees a spot […]
Whether you are new to Yoga or want to restart your practice, experience the benefits of modified Yoga! Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC, is our instructor. Deirdre is a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, a Yoga Master Teacher – ISHTA Lineage. and a 500 Hour RYT – Yoga Alliance Continuing Education […]
Learn how to grow microgreens in a workshop led by Corinne Hansch, principal in Lovin' Mama Farm, Amsterdam.NY/ Microgreens are young seedlings of edible vegetables and herbs. Full of nutrients and flavor, microgreens can be grown in the kitchen, harvested and eaten a week to 10 days after sprouting. Learn how in this hands-on workshop […]
Imagination meets investigation in this five-week True Crime Fiction Writing program via Zoom. Each week writers explore a True Crime case and put a new spin on the facts by writing stories from different points of view -- neighbors, co-workers, detectives, reporters, the victim or the accused. This five-week True Crime Fiction Writing program is […]
In addition to the Library’s Modified Yoga via Zoom on Tuesdays and Fridays, the Library offers a third Yoga session IN-PERSON at the Library on Thursdays at 10:30am to 11:30am. The instructor will be Lea-Ann Durcan. Lea-Ann’s yoga journey is ongoing. She completed her 500 hour RYT with Yogaworks in NYC and nOMad always at […]
The Pound Ridge Library is pleased to announce the continuation of a series of lectures which mark the eleventh year of courses which are part of the library’s continuing presentation of a new educational concept in life-long learning: a series of DVD seminars from The Teaching Company/The Great Courses encompassing a wide variety of subjects, […]
Join us for a cozy and creative time at the library with our "No Strings Attached" program! Whether you're a seasoned knitter or a complete beginner, this program offers a welcoming space for individuals of all skill levels to come together, share ideas, and work on knitting projects. Casual knitting, crocheting, or needlepoint all welcome! […]
Learn to control your mind by controlling your breath. Discover breath in your spine and ease in your being. For optimal well-being, you will consider this a worthwhile experience. The instructor is Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC. To register, email mtinter@poundridgelibrary.org and the link information will follow.
Ikebana (ē-kĕ-bah-nah) is the ancient art of Japanese flower arranging and one of the traditional arts of Japan. A free translation of Ikebana might be “living flowers” or “making flowers come alive”. When flowers are beautifully arranged in a container, the arrangement evokes the whole of nature itself, and people’s relationship with nature. Presented by […]
Whether you are new to Yoga or want to restart your practice, experience the benefits of modified Yoga! Deirdre Breen, AHC, NBC-HWC, will be our instructor. Deirdre is a Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach, an Ayurvedic Health Counselor, a Yoga Master Teacher – ISHTA Lineage. and a 500 Hour RYT – Yoga Alliance Continuing […]
Are you feeling frustrated by technology? Bring your device to the library for free technical assistance. Learn how you can read ebooks and magazines, listen to audiobooks, and watch thousands of movies FREE with just your library card. Learn how to access crafting lesson videos, learn at-home courses, and so much more. If this time […]
The current exhibit, THE FOUR DIRECTIONS, ART BY CHRISSANTH GREENE GROSS, will close on March 2. The exhibit will be taken down after the library's last scheduled program on the same date.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSPONED. IT WILL BE RESCHEDULED TO A FUTURE DATE. The Beatles: From Liverpool to Abbey Road This lecture will follow in the footsteps of The Beatles as they embark on their historic journey starting from their early days as a cover band in Liverpool and Hamburg, into the excitement of Beatlemania, […]
