Pound Ridge Library
The Pound Ridge Library Book Group meets on the last Wednesday of every month. Join us for a lively and engaging discussion in a friendly, welcoming atmosphere! Registration is not necessary. This month we will be reading Never Lie by Freida McFadden. "Sometimes the truth kills…Newlyweds Tricia and Ethan are searching for the house of […]
The Harlem Art Explosion from Innovation to Mainstream. During the Harlem Renaissance of the early 20th century, the Harlem neighborhood in New York City became a Black cultural mecca and a social & artistic explosion resulted. Presented by Artscapades, the presentation will look at three artists who were working at the height of this time: […]
PRBC will perform a tech run through in preparation for their meeting on Sunday, March 3.
The Pound Ridge Boy Scouts will hold their weekly meetings in the Schaffner Room.
Chakra Meditation Group Guided by Helena de Vengoechea Rudd Join us at the Pound Ridge Library to help bring the chakras back into balance and assist you in moving forward with your day refreshed and ready to take on any challenge that may cross your path. There are seven main chakras that run along the […]
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. "The whole is greater than the sum of the parts". So it is with Deni Bonet & Chris Flynn. As individual artists, they have more than made […]
The Pound Ridge Conservation Board will hold a private meeting in the Schaffner Room.
PR Garden Club tech run through in the Schaffner room in prepartio nfor March 10th meeting.
The Pound Ridge Boy Scouts will hold their weekly meetings in the Schaffner Room.
Pound Ridge Conservation Board and Pound Ridge Land Conservancy present the first in their Living with Nature Spring series: 'Cultivating a Home Forest: Stewardship for a Greener Future'. Learn how fun and easy it is to protect the forest in your own backyard, how to identify and protect young seedlings and saplings and how your […]
Join us as we celebrate the refurbishment of the Children's Room and the grand opening of our brand-new Sensory Room! This exciting milestone will be marked with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony and a special storytime featuring guest readers Town Supervisor Kevin Hansan, Dawn Bowman of Pound Ridge's BreadsNBakes and Sensory Storytime facilitator Evelyn Carmichael for […]
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 Pound Ridge Historical Society presents How Food has Shaped New York’s History. Join us on Saturday, March 8th for a lecture by Dr. Maureen Costura, who will discuss how food and food production shaped the history of New York. Dr. Costura is a professor at the Culinary Institute of America, where she teaches a […]
The Pound Ridge Garden Club will hold a private meeting in the Schaffner Room.
The League of Women Voters of Northern Westchester will hold a private meeting.
The Pound Ridge Boy Scouts will hold their weekly meetings in the Schaffner Room.
Water Color Pencils Workshop. Using water color pencils, draw and sketch with the versatility of adding painterly marks. The color pencils act like regular drawing pencils, but when water is added, it creates a wash of color implied by brushing strokes. Discovering this medium's variety in-line quality, mark making, and color mixing. For all levels. […]
Are you passionate about photography? Connect with others who share your interests. Whether you’re a seasoned photographer or just starting out, come share your experiences, discuss techniques, and celebrate your love for capturing moments. Registration is not necessary.
In celebration of Women's History Month, the Schubert Club Performers will present a recital featuring works by a wide range of composers. They will be showcasing an exciting repertoire spanning the centuries from Carl Philippe Emanuel Bach to the present day. You won't want to miss these talented musicians, vocalists and pianists, as they celebrate […]
ART PIONEERS: WOMEN OF ABSTRACT EXPRESSIONISM Celebrate Women’s History Month as we discover the women who pioneered abstract art; Lee Krasner, Elaine DeKooning, Helen Frankenthaler, and others. Learn about their lives and their groundbreaking creativity. Following a presentation, tour the home and studio of Lee Krasner and her husband Jackson Pollock. Click here to register.
The Pound Ridge Boy Scouts will hold their weekly meetings in the Schaffner Room.
Join us for a heartwarming and inspiring Storytime in honor of World Down Syndrome Day, featuring guest reader Brady McCarthy! Brady McCarthy is a 22-year-old young man with Down syndrome who lives in Chappaqua, NY (formerly of Bedford, NY). He is an artist, author, advocate, and entrepreneur. His motto is “Believe You Can!” Together with […]
Hata Ikebana will take place in the Schaffner Room. This event is closed to the public.
Innovators of the Renaissance: The Architecture of Filippo Brunelleschi & Andrea Palladio We can learn about ourselves from great architecture! Acclaimed architects Dale Laurin and Anthony Romeo speak on "Innovators of the Renaissance: The Architecture of Filippo Brunelleschi & Andrea Palladio." (Note: Brunelleschi's Dome: how a Rennaisance genius reinvented architecture, by Ross King, was an award […]
NYSMTA (NYS Music Teachers Association) District 4 private recital.
Presented by the NYC Poison Control Center, this program provides an overview of tips for preventing unintentional poisonings in the home with household cleaners, medicines, carbon monoxide poisoning, plants, and pesticides. Valuable information & measures that may save a life. To register, please click here.
Six Scholars / Six Books An Appreciation of Women Scholars for Women’s History Month Starting from the definition of scholar as an erudite person, a student of knowledge in its largest sense, this illustrated presentation will explore the lives of six women who were leading scholars in their fields. Beginning with Jane Ellen Harrison, a […]
Remembering Remarkable Women of Westchester Nationally prominent leaders in all aspects of American life have lived in each Westchester community. Women born and raised in Westchester and women who settled in the county because of its proximity to Manhattan, natural beauty, fine schools, tight-knit neighborhoods, and rural charm. This 60-minute illustrated presentation by Barbara Davis, […]
Connect with fellow book lovers in a welcoming atmosphere and share your passion for reading. This club delves into psychological and domestic thrillers, so get ready for a spine-tingling discussion! Registration is not necessary. This month we will discuss All Fall Down by Jennifer Weiner: Allison Weiss has it all—a great job, a loving family, […]
The Pound Ridge Boy Scouts will hold their weekly meetings in the Schaffner Room.
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 library is pleased to welcome the return of documentary filmmaker, Jon Scott Bennett for the in-person screening of The Peekskill Riots: Episode Three. .The Peekskill Riots were not an isolated case of violence in the Hudson Valley. They are part of a long history of racism and anti-semitism in the Peekskill area. The influence of […]
This 60 minute lecture/demonstration followed by a Q & A tells the history of Western Classical Music from ancient times to the present. It discusses the formation and evolution of musical genres including opera, symphonies, and concertos (and more), plus the circumstances which led to the creation of these works. Musical demonstrations at the piano […]
Join us for a fascinating look at mushrooms right in your own backyard! In this virtual event, discover how fungi support plant health, create striking visual displays, and even serve as edible crops. Learn about their ancient origins, their vital role in ecosystems, and how some species can pose risks to trees. Whether you're a […]
The Pound Ridge Boy Scouts will hold their weekly meetings in the Schaffner Room.
Sensory Storytime for children ages 2 thru 6 accompanied by a caregiver. Sensory Storytimes are more interactive and provide built-in time for sensory play, including freedom of movement with more visual aids, gentle action, and sensory experiences. These storytimes are also smaller, reducing the group size and noise level for those with sound sensitivity. This […]
Relief Printingmaking Workshop Create your own set of hand printed cards with relief printmaking. Using a linoleum block, carve your own design to print onto a card. This workshop reviews the materials and tools of relief printmaking with the end goal of printing your own set of cards. You will take home your own masterpiece! […]
Chakra Meditation Group Guided by Helena de Vengoechea Rudd Join us at the Pound Ridge Library to help bring the chakras back into balance and assist you in moving forward with your day refreshed and ready to take on any challenge that may cross your path. There are seven main chakras that run along the […]
An Afternoon of Iconic Melodies Join us on the afternoon of April 5th for a concert featuring the music students of Connecticut State Naugatuck Valley! Under the direction of Professor Gil Harel, they will present a hodgepodge of solos, duets, as well as choral and a cappella arrangements oriented towards families and nostalgia lovers. The […]
