Please note: the Library will be closed onTuesday, Dec. 24 and Wednesday, Dec. 25.
For Children
For Young Adults
For Adults
Library Sponsored | Book Groups | Community Sponsored
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ESOL
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Children's Storytimes
Morning Storytimes (please note: There will be no storytimes Tuesday, Dec. 24, Wednesday, Dec. 25 and Monday, Jan. 20)
10:00-10:20 AM Baby Time (newborns through 12 months)
Monday and Wednesday at the Main Library; Tuesday at the Branch Library
10:30-11:00 AM Toddler Storytime (1 through 2 1/2 years)
Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Main Library; Tuesday and Thursday at the Branch Library
11:00-11:30 AM Preschool Storytime (2 1/2 through 5 years)
Monday, Wednesday and Friday at the Main Library; Tuesday and Thursday at the Branch Library
Family Storytime (please note: no storytime on Feb. 20)
Thursday at 4:00 PM (at the Main Library in Pleasantville)
Stories, songs, fingerplays, and other activities for children ages 1-4, their siblings, and caregivers!
Pajama Storytime (will run February 4 through March 31)
Tuesdays from 6:30 – 7:00pm (at the Main Library in Pleasantville)
Join Miss Debbie for an evening storytime that includes stories, songs, and fun. Pajamas and stuffed animals are welcome!
For children ages 2-5 and their families.
Special Events for Children
Children's Chess Workshop
Wednesday, December 18, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
Participants will learn how to play chess and will also learn the fundamentals of good chess play through the study of strategy and tactics. This will be facilitated through guided instruction and supervised play. For children in grades 1 through 4.
Registration is required: to register please click here.
The Brave Little Tailor
Monday, December 30, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
A loyal bird, a two-headed ogre, a wicked giant, seven flies and a jar of jam! It all adds up to a fantastic journey that one young tailor must make to become a royal knight. Based on the story by the Brothers Grimm, and full of adventure and fun, this story teaches children that nothing is impossible if they put their minds to it. This show is suitable for ages 4-11.
Registration is requested: to register please click here.
Theater Games with Arc Stages
Monday, January 13, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Celebrate your child's innate self-expression through Theatre Games with Arc Stages! Your child will learn basic theatre skills and self-confidence, and will have loads of fun through guided theatre exercises and playtime! For children in grades K-1. Registration is requested and will begin on Sunday, December 15.
Registration is requested: to register please click here.
Musical Munchkins
Saturday, January 18, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
A 'parent & child' interactive program where parents can engage in the musical activity along with their children demonstrating the joy of music. The fun involves hand held instruments, props, puppets, stories, singing, beat keeping and other joyful musical activity. For children ages 2-5. Registration is requested and will begin on December 29.
Registration is requested and will begin December 1: to register please click here.
Children's Chess Workshop
Wednesday, January 22, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
Participants will learn how to play chess and will also learn the fundamentals of good chess play through the study of strategy and tactics. This will be facilitated through guided instruction and supervised play. For children in grades 1 through 4.
Registration is required: to register please click here.
Make Your Own Puzzles!
Wednesday, January 29, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
For children in Grades 2 through 4. Registration requested but walk-ins welcome!
To register please click here.
Young Adults
YA Origami
Tuesday, December 17, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Learn origami folding techniques and how to make all kinds of different shapes. You will be surprised how a simple sheet of paper can create so much fun! Origami also helps with patience, accuracy, and the joy of accomplishment! For Young Adults grades 5-12. Registration Requested but walk-ins welcome!
Registration requested but walk-ins are welcome! To register, please click here.
YA Chess Workshop
Wednesday, January 8, 4:15 - 5:15 PM
Participants will learn how to play chess and will also learn the fundamentals of good chess play through the study of strategy and tactics. This will be facilitated through guided instruction and supervised play. For young adults in grades 5 and up.
Registration requested but walk-ins are welcome! To register, please click here.
DIY Notebook
Tuesday, January 14, 3:30 - 4:30 PM
Start the new year with your very own journal, planner, diary or writing notebook! Customize it with all kinds of fun materials! All supplies and snacks provided! For young adults in Grades 5-12
Registration requested but walk-ins are welcome! To register, please click here.
Jackson Pollock
Thursday, January 23, 3:30 - 5:00 PM
Presented by Knowledge to Grow On. For Young Adults in Grades 5-12
Registration requested but walk-ins are welcome! To register, please click here.
Super Bowl Snacks
Thursday, January 30, 3:30 - 4:20 PM
Join Cooking Crew School for some Super Bowl Food Fun! We'll make homemade baked tortilla chips and a healthy avocado dip. Plus, you'll build your own snack stadium serving tray! Includes dairy. For Young Adults in Grades 5-12.
Registration requested but walk-ins are welcome! To register, please click here.
Volunteer Opportunities
For teens (14+) looking for volunteer opportunities, we are looking for Reading Buddies and VolunTeens! Click here for more information.
For Adults
Craft Social for Adults
Thursday, December 12, 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Join us for our fourth Craft Social for Adults! Mingle with your neighbors, enjoy some refreshments, and make something cool to take home. For December we will be making teacup succulents.
Registration is required and begins Nov. 25: to register please click here.
Joy to the World: A Holiday Concert
Sunday, December 22, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Enchanting instrumental renditions of traditional and contemporary holiday music for classical guitar & mandolin. Enjoy a variety of lively tunes and lyrical melodies from many countries. Music from the U.S., Puerto Rico, England, Wales, Ireland, France, Italy, Ireland, Spain & Eastern Europe. Presented by Judy Handler & Mark Levesque.
The Ricardo Gautreau Trio
Sunday, Jan. 26, 2:00 - 3:00 PM
Book Clubs
Saw Mill River Audubon Nature Book Club
Tuesday, January 7, 7:00 - 8:30 PM
Participants will discuss Ice: the Nature, the History, and the Uses of an Astonishing Substance by Mariana Gosnell. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. New members are welcome.
For more information please contact Carolyn at 769-9169.
21+ Book Group
Sunday, January 12, 2:00 - 3:30 PM
Participants will discuss The Traveling Cat Chronicles by Hiro Arikawa. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. New members are welcome.
For more information please contact Carolyn at 769-9169.
Women Reading Women
Tuesday, January 14, 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Participants will discuss The Fifth Letter by Nicola Moriarty. Copies of the book will be available at the circulation desk. New members are welcome.
For more information: Denise Sommer, This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Community Sponsored Events
PLY (People Love Yarn)
Wednesdays from 1:00 - 3:30 PM
Share your knowledge, or learn from the group! All skill levels welcome.
For more information please contact Louann Rooney at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Poetry Reading
Sunday, December 15, 3:00 - 4:00 PM
Six award-winning poets, all with extensive publication histories, will read their poems. Poets include Elizabeth Burk, Ellen Devlin, Lynn Schmeidler, Kathryn Weld, and James K. Zimmerman. The reading will begin at 3 p.m., and there will be a book-signing to follow. Refreshments will be served. This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Friday Morning Lectures with The Group
Fridays, December 20, January 10 & 24, 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Free lectures sponsored by The Group. For information please contact Peter: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Monday Night Knitters
Monday, January 13, 6:30 - 8:30 PM
Come and stitch with us! Any needlework is welcome. Share a technique, get instruction and advice, or just hang out and work on your project.
Sponsored by Monday Night Stitchers and Pleasantville Loves Yarn. For more information please contact Louann Rooney at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
Mahjongg Night
Mondays, December 30, January 22 & 29, 6:45 - 8:45 PM
Please Note: There will be no instruction and you must bring your own current Mahjongg card. You may come with your own group of 4 or be matched up with other single players. Please bring a Mahjongg set.
Please register by the Friday before at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.. Leave the date you are registering for, your name, email address and phone number. Please include any questions you may have in your email.
Please be aware that space is limited.
Westchester Knitting Guild
Monday January 27, 6:00 - 8:45 PM
For more information Contact Myra Cohen (This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.), 917-697-4321
IN THE GALLERY
Ken Hunt Exhibit
Exhibit runs from December 10 through January 2.
Landscape and wildlife paintings by Ken Hunt.
ESOL
Free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes are given in partnership with Southern Westchester BOCES.
The Winter ESOL session will begin Tuesday, January 7, 5:45 – 8:45pm and will run weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays through April 30 (not meeting February 18, 20, April 7, 9, and 16).