A transformative mindfulness workshop designed to help you Be Human, Be Happy, and Be You! Led by Raditia, a mindfulness teacher and award-winning author, this session offers a safe and nurturing space to reconnect with yourself and others while exploring mindfulness as a way of being. Through meaningful reflections and open sharing, you’ll discover how mindfulness can help you embrace curiosity, gratitude, and letting go—fostering joy, balance, and authenticity in your daily life.

Bring your blanket, lawn chairs, family, and friends, and join us as Steel Passion performs on the front lawn of the Main Library – weather permitting. In the case of inclement weather, the band will perform downstairs in the Library. Steel Passion is an all-steel band with a big sound. While the music has an island cadence, the band’s repertoire is global, ranging from calypso and reggae to pop to jazz to classical and liturgical.

Coined as the “queen of British historical fiction,” Philippa Gregory returns to the infamous Tudor Court with a tale that is both timely and timeless. We invite you to sit down with us for an intriguing conversation with Gregory about her newest novel, Boleyn Traitor (out now!). Register today for this exciting glimpse into the perilous 16th century royal court and submit questions for the author!

Game Night and Adult Coloring

Bring a friend, meet a friend! Drop by and play board games provided by the Library, or bring your own to share. Relax and color with provided materials.

Join Dr. Harold Rosenbaum, retired Juilliard professor and celebrated conductor, as he teaches the history of Classical Music from ancient times to the present. Musical demonstrations at the piano will punctuate the discussion and will demonstrate the evolving styles through history.

Friday Film Matinee

Join us for our monthly Friday matinee film screenings! Showing today: Modern Times starring Charlie Chalpin (1936; running time 1 hour and 27 minutes). Come in, take a seat, and enjoy. Popcorn included! Films provided by the Kanopy collection.

A transformative mindfulness workshop designed to help you Be Human, Be Happy, and Be You! Led by Raditia, a mindfulness teacher and award-winning author, this session offers a safe and nurturing space to reconnect with yourself and others while exploring mindfulness as a way of being. Through meaningful reflections and open sharing, you’ll discover how mindfulness can help you embrace curiosity, gratitude, and letting go—fostering joy, balance, and authenticity in your daily life.

Come celebrate Jane Austen’s 250th birthday year with an evening of lively discussion about all things Austen! Professor John Bugg of Fordham University will lead a discussion of Austen’s final book, Persuasion, published in 1811. He’ll also share a letter Austen wrote after attending a party in London that will help us explore her priorities and craft as a writer. A must-attend event for Austen fans! Refreshments will be served. We recommend you read or re-read Persuasion!
This program is in partnership with the Village Bookstore of Pleasantville.

Chat with some neighbors you haven't seen in a while and get creative. Please join us for an in-person Craft Social where we will be making lavender sachets.

A yoga class for adults taught by Joy Alter. Stretch out, calm down, be happy. Please bring your own mat if you have one!

This virtual program is for families of freshmen through juniors, to help understand the college admissions process. We will discuss current college admissions trends, admissions strategies, the changing test-optional environment, the importance of researching and visiting colleges, a timeline and other action steps that can be taken to make the remainder of the school year productive and less stressful. We will also discuss the importance of community service, how it can provide an opportunity for meaningful experiences, personal growth and a way to showcase a student’s character.

Please join the Village Bookstore and the Mount Pleasant Library as they join forces for an in-person Local Author Book Club! Participants will discuss the book and will later be joined by the author to continue the discussion. This month's selection is The World After Alice by Lauren Aliza Green.

A total workout, combining all elements of fitness – cardio, muscle conditioning, balance and flexibility, boosted energy and a serious dose of awesome each time you leave class.