Pound Ridge Library
Shirley Green will speak about her recent book, Revolutionary Blacks: Discovering the Frank Brothers, Freeborn Men of Color, Soldiers of Independence (Westholme Publishing; 2023). The narrative follows the lives of William and Benjamin Frank, two brothers who enlisted in Second Rhode Island Regiment during the American Revolutionary War in the spring of 1777. Their military […]
Register for a 4-part interactive webinar series, "Neurodivergent in College: Navigating the Transition from High School." The series is geared for Neurodivergent high schoolers, high schoolers with disabilities, and their families/supporters. Session topics include: Thinking About College? Overview of the High School to College Transition Advocacy, Accommodations, and Supports in College Academic Success Health and […]
Between the 1880s and 1920s, Yiddish-language newspapers rose from obscurity to become successful institutions integral to American Jewish life. During this period, Yiddish-speaking immigrants came to view newspapers as indispensable parts of their daily lives. For many Jewish immigrants from Eastern Europe, acclimating to America became inextricably intertwined with becoming a devoted reader of the […]
Register for a 4-part interactive webinar series, "Neurodivergent in College: Navigating the Transition from High School." The series is geared for Neurodivergent high schoolers, high schoolers with disabilities, and their families/supporters. Session topics include: Thinking About College? Overview of the High School to College Transition Advocacy, Accommodations, and Supports in College Academic Success Health and […]
Register at seniorlawday.info Having an estate plan in place is so important, but terms like “Trusts”, “Fiduciaries”, and “Wills” can make the process seem daunting. During this webinar, the presenter will break down common estate planning concepts into plain English, go through the process generally, and show that estate planning can be accessible to everyone. […]
On April 8, 2024 New York State will experience a total solar eclipse! Regions in the Western and Northern part of the state will experience totality, while other regions will get to see a partial solar eclipse. With proper eye protection, you can watch the moon cross in front of the sun and enjoy this […]
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 […]
