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Hessians: German Soldiers in the American Revolutionary War

Register here. Between 1776 and 1783, Great Britain hired more than thirty thousand German soldiers to fight in its war against the American rebels. Collectively known as Hessians, the soldiers and accompanying civilians, including hundreds of women and children, spent extended periods of time in locations as dispersed and varied as Canada in the North […]

Canasta

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 […]

Chess Instruction for Kids

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Discover the world of kings, queens, and knights with our Children’s Chess Program at the library, where young minds can learn the art of strategy. Chess isn’t just a game; it’s a journey of intellect and fun. Our Children’s Chess Program will help your children develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills while making new friends. […]

National Parks Series

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In this 2-part virtual series, we will visit two National Parks sites. The first visit will be to the Kenilworth Park and Aquatic Gardens in Washington, DC, which features an incredibly  impressive collection of water lilies and aquatic plants.  Join us for a Park Ranger talk  to learn more about the park, the stories of […]

All-age Stories

Join us at the library for a magical journey into the world of stories! Our Children’s All-Ages Stories program is a place where imaginations take flight, and children of all ages delight in captivating tales, creating unforgettable memories. Bring your child to this enchanting program, where the pages of books come to life. We offer […]

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Great Courses – Skeptic’s Guide to American History

Schaffner Room

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, […]

Music with Kurt Gallagher

Schaffner Room

Get ready for an unforgettable musical adventure! Bring your little ones to the library for a dose of musical enchantment with our Children’s Music with Kurt Gallagher! Delight in the lively tunes, interactive songs, and engaging performances that will have kids tapping their feet and singing along with joy. Join us for a magical morning of […]

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