Monthly Archives April 2014

Maker Morning

The current “Maker Revolution” is all about imagination and implementation. On Saturday, May 3rd, a celebration of this new culture will take place at the White Plains Public Library. The idea is to highlight local creation and originality. There will be 3D printing, robotics, and people from all over the community presenting special pieces of work. Come and find out how you can DIY (do it yourself).
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Meet the Author: Jane Green

New York Times best-selling author Jane Green will join us on Sunday, April 27th at 2:00 p.m. to talk about her latest hot read, Tempting Fate.   In Green’s 15th novel, a girls’ night out leads to unforeseen complications and  difficult choices when a happily married mother of teenagers and a younger man discover their strong mutual attraction in this compelling, heartfelt, and complex novel.  There will be a book signing following Jane’s presentation.  Tempting Fate will be available for purchase at this free event. SUNDAY, APRIL 27th, 2:00p.m., main floor
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Successful Interviewing: What You Need to Know

Do YOU really know what it takes to be a successful interviewee? Do you know all the do's and don'ts of interviews? If not, this seminar will teach you what you need to do in order to put your best foot forward towards getting that job. The workshop will guide you on what to wear, how to act, how to answer common questions and ultimately it will prepare you to give an excellent interview that will help you get the job. Please join us on Wednesday, April 23 from 6:30 – 8:00 pm. Workshop led by Diane Machado, career counselor
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FREE English as a Second Language Classes

Learn English FREE at the Library! The White Plains Public Library, in partnership with Westchester Community College, is pleased to again offer classes in summer 2014. Classes are offered mornings, evenings and weekends, and focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing English. Registration dates for the upcoming semester: Wednesday, April 16 from 11:00 AM -1:00 PM Thursday, April 17 from 11:00 AM-1:00 PM Saturday, April 19 from 10:00 AM -12:00 PM Wednesday, April 30 from 5:00 AM -7:00 PM At registration, everyone is interviewed and evaluated to determine the best level. For additional information, please contact Westchester Community College at
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The Westchester Children's Museum

“The Wizard of Oz” has captured the hearts and imaginations of people all over the world for more than 100 years. Dorothy, Toto and friends are celebrating the 75th anniversary of their award winning movie in 2014. Did L. Frank Baum write a simple story for children or did he create a myth for all times? Brains, courage and heart are still necessary virtues on the journey of life in the 21st century. The Westchester Children's Museum is coming to The Trove to present two wonderful programs. Activities have been created with children in mind to explore this magical story,
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15th Anniversary Clarice Wilson Memorial Concert

The concert will be presented on Sunday, April 13, at 2:00 p.m. The Damocles Trio will perform a program of Haydn, Turina and Brahms featuring Adam Kent at the piano, Airi Yoshoika on violin and Sibylle Johner on cello. The Damocles Trio was founded in 1996 by pianist Adam Kent, violinist Airi Yoshioka, and cellist Sibylle Johner, who met in the doctoral program at The Julliard School. The trio has performed throughout the USA, appearing numerous times at Alice Tully Hall and Merkin Concert Hall in New York City, and completed several highly successful international tours. The trio presented a
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