Posts by Mariel, Adult Librarian

Paying for College

Paying for College

Sunday, December 4 , 2016  @ 1:00 p.m. Need help completing the FAFSA Application? The FAFSA is the first step needed to apply for financial aid.  Completing it early is key to receiving financial assistance for college! Latino will provide you with free help and individual assistance to complete your application. Students with DACA can apply. Spanish speaking volunteers will be available to assist you and your parent if needed. For more information please cal 914 729.1023 Hope to see you there!
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November 16, 2016 4:28 pm | by | No Comments
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Prepare for the Citizenship Interview

Prepare for the Citizenship Interview

Saturday, March 12 at 12:00 p.m. Immigration officer Shyconia Burden-Noten of the US Citizenship and Immigration Services will demonstrate a US Citizenship mock interview to help applicants prepare for their own interview. All are invited to come and ask Ms. Burden questions related to the naturalization process, green cards, employment authorization, and the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA). Attorneys and a paralegal will be available to provide consultations to individuals and answer questions. The Westchester Hispanic Coalition will be here to help translate this program.
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March 2, 2016 2:13 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Events and Uncategorized.
Tags: adults, citizenship, cuidania, Immigration, and workshops.

No more excuses!

No more excuses!

Take responsibility for the success in your life! Tuesday, March 8, 2016 at 6:00 p.m. In this seminar, expert in leadership and success Yamile Ramirez will help us put an end to excuses of self-sabotaging. With simple steps to make life more prosperous, happier and more successful, Yamile promises to help end our tolerance for mediocrity and negativity. We learn new ways to deal with our problems and face them so that we get more and more positive consequences. Yamile is a board certified Neuro-Linguistic Programing/Time Line Therapy master practitioner and coach. This program is brought to you through a
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February 17, 2016 10:47 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Uncategorized.
Tags: adults, Foundation, and workshops.

What can I do with my degree from outside the US?

What can I do with my degree from outside the US?

Have a degree and don't know how to seek employment in the U.S.? The WES Global Talent Bridge can help! They will discuss how you can utilize your foreign education and experience to pursue employment , professional licensing and higher education. They will provide tips to best reflect your qualifications and give information on how to prepare for your job search. This seminar is designed for people with foreign qualifications interested in seeking further employment and /or professional licensing. Tuesday, December 1, 2015 at 6:00 p.m.
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November 11, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events and Uncategorized.
Tags: adults, education, and Immigration.

Diabetes Self Management

Diabetes Self Management

Are you dealing with Diabetes or caring for someone who is?  If so, take control of your life! Come to our Diabetes Self Management workshops presented by the Westchester Independent Living Center. Every Monday, November 2 through December 7 from 10:00 a.m. -12:00 p.m. The course is facilitated by two trained peer leaders.  Participants are invited to bring a family member, friend and/ or caretaker. Please register online or at the Reference desk.
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October 21, 2015 4:48 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes.

Practice Your Spanish Conversation

Practice Your Spanish Conversation

Want to brush up on your Spanish?  Join us August 17 – August 20 at 10:30 a.m. This is for individuals who want to further develop their Spanish skills, discover new phrases, verb conjugations, feel comfortable actively participating in short story discussions, and more. Please note, this is NOT a class for beginners. Space is limited and registration required. Please register through our online calendar.
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August 5, 2015 1:56 pm | by | 4 Comments
Categories: Classes.
Tags: adults, classes, and Spanish.

FREE English as a Second Language Classes

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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April 14, 2014 11:04 am | by | No Comments
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FREE English as a Second Language Classes

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 spring 2014. Classes are offered mornings, evenings and weekends, and focus on speaking, listening, reading and writing English. Registration dates for the upcoming semester: Friday, December 6 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Saturday, December 7 from 1:00-3:00 p.m. Monday, December 9 from 5:00-7:00 p.m. Wednesday, December 18 from 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. For additional information, please contact Westchester Community College at 914 606-5656. We hope you'll join us!
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November 25, 2013 7:00 am | by | 9 Comments
Categories: Classes and Library News.
Tags: adults, classes, ESL, and services.

What is Your Body Mass Index and What Does it Mean?

What is Your Body Mass Index and What Does it Mean?

Ever wonder what your Body Mass Index (BMI) is? Stop by the White Plains Library to get your BMI tested in only two minutes. Come and talk with Sandy Gallo, RN on Thursday, July 25 between 1:00 and 3:00 p.m. and she'll gladly answer your questions. Sandy can help you help understand what your BMI results mean, weight loss options and how your numbers may affect your risk for health problems like diabetes, high blood pressure, stroke and heart disease. No registration required, if you have questions please call 914-681-1192.
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July 19, 2013 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Featured, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, event, and health.

Come Practice Your Spanish

Come Practice Your Spanish

Want to brush up on your Spanish skills? Join our Spanish conversation class every Tuesday in June from 7-8 p.m. During the class you will learn new vocabulary and expressions and spend an hour conversing in a lively, welcoming environment. The emphasis will be on spoken Spanish and is designed for students who already know a little Spanish.  Join us!
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June 3, 2013 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Featured, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults and classes.

Learn Spanish

Learn Spanish

This post has expired. For the most up-to-date info on Spanish classes, subscribe to our eNewsletter here. ¿No hablas español? Would you like to learn? This fall, we are pleased to be offering beginning Spanish conversation classes. In this class participants will be introduced to simple everyday usage of vocabulary, grammar and conversation. Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 p.m., starting Monday, September 24. The instructor, Naicy Petrill, is a native of Peru and currently teaching Spanish at Westchester Community College. She holds a New York State teaching certificate for Spanish and is very excited to partner with
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September 18, 2012 7:00 am | by | 30 Comments
Categories: Classes, Featured, Homepage, and Uncategorized.
Tags: adults, classes, and español.

Learn Spanish

Learn Spanish

¿No hablas español? Would you like to learn? This fall, we are pleased to be offering beginning Spanish conversation classes. In this class participants will be introduced to simple everyday usage of vocabulary, grammar and conversation. Classes meet every Monday and Wednesday from 7:00-8:30 p.m., starting Monday, September 24. The instructor, Naicy Petrill, is a native of Peru and currently teaching Spanish at Westchester Community College. She holds a New York State teaching certificate for Spanish and is very excited to partner with us in this new program. Space is limited. Register online or at the reference desk.   This program is funded by
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August 30, 2012 7:00 am | by | 2 Comments
Categories: Classes, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, classes, español, Foundation, and services.