Going to Our Star with the Parker Solar Probe
The Sun is the star in our neighborhood. It has always been a part of the human story - our daily lives, the annual cycle of the seasons, and a significant part of our history.
Library Closes at 6:00pm on Friday, February 8, 2019
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Teen Advisory Board will meet to finalize plans for summer.
Teen Advisory Board Annual Tree Giveaway
Pick up a free sapling in honor of Arbor Day! Several species of trees and shrubs are waiting for you to give them a good home. Available while supplies last!
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
Teen Advisory Board will meet to discuss plans for teen summer programs.
Teen Advisory Board Officers' Meeting
Teen Advisory Board Officers will meet with Rosemary Cooper.
Book Launch Event: "Cat Men of Gotham" by Peggy Gavan
Local author and blog celebrity Peggy Gavan launches her new book of stories about cats and their place in the history of New York City. The 19th century was a tough time to be a stray cat in New York, but some lucky strays were adopted by men of all walks of life and became feline celebrities. The author's blog, The Hatching Cat, has been featured in Newsweek magazine and in The New York Times. Copies of
Hand Massage for Couples
Bring a partner and learn how to give a hand and forearm massage! Jennifer Powers, NYS Licensed Massage Therapist, will lead the class through short demonstrations on simple massage techniques using shea butter or coconut oil (please inform us ahead of time if you have or your partner has an allergy to either.) This is a fun workshop for couples, friends and family members. Please dress for comfort - preferably with a loose, short-sleeved shirt.
The Space Race - 1957 to 1975
Relive the dramatic “Space Race” from the pioneering Mercury and Gemini flights to the first Apollo Moon landing, and the lesser-known scientific missions that followed. Learn about the visionaries and scientists who made space travel possible, and the brave American astronauts who risked their lives to boldly travel into the unknown.
Presented by author Kevin Woyce, this fascinating lecture is illustrated with historic photos and vintage concept art.