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Success with LinkedIn® Professional Networking Services

Success with LinkedIn® Professional Networking Services

Do you want to create a LinkedIn® (professional networking services) account? Do you already have one but need pointers on how to create a better profile? Come to the presentation given by Rose Macom, career counselor on November 4th at 6:30 p.m. This program is suitable for job seekers and business professionals interested in expanding their network. Come and learn how to set up a profile or enhance an existing one. Discover LinkedIn® features and applications and explore how to make connections and network effectively.
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October 27, 2015 6:00 am | by | 2 Comments
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Tags: adults, career, computers, jobs, Small business, and workshops.

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
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On the Homefront — Families of Veterans Writing Workshop

On the Homefront — Families of Veterans Writing Workshop

White Plains Public Library and Veterans Writing Workshop are pleased to offer a free creative writing workshop for family members or caretakers of a veteran or active duty service members. The free workshop is open to all writing experience levels. The workshop will take place ten Wednesdays beginning September 16 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Learn the skills that will help you write your stories. Get valuable feedback and guidance from a published writer. Become part of a supportive community of writers. Publish your writing in the Families of Veterans anthology. Class size is limited and registration is required.
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August 27, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
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Tags: adults, classes, veterans, workshop, and writing.

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
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Tags: adults, classes, and Spanish.

TV Production Camp with the Global Ambassadors

TV Production Camp with the Global Ambassadors

Teens from White Plains will spend two weeks learning the ins and outs of creating a short news clip for R.E.A.C.T. News. Students will learn how to research a story, write a script, interview, tell the story on camera, and edit. There will be a party on Thursday, August 20, at 12:00 PM, to see the news stories they created before they are posted online – all are welcome to the viewing. TV Production Camp is now full. But viewers can see the results on August 20.
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August 3, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Technology, and Teens.
Tags: classes, summer, technology, teens, and The Edge.

Sewing on The Edge for Teens

Sewing on The Edge for Teens

Interested in learning to sew…and making your own beach bag and pencil case to take home? Join Sewing on The Edge with sewing instructor Kate Perri. You will learn the basics of sewing, discover how to use a sewing machine, and become familiar with the University of Fashion web resource. Teens in grades 7-12 are welcome; no sewing experience is required. This class takes place in three sessions: Tuesday 7/28, Tuesday 8/4, and Tuesday 8/11, from 3:00-5:00 pm. Students must register for the first class through the Library's online calendar, and must attend all three sessions. This event is supported
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July 8, 2015 2:25 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes and Teens.
Tags: classes, sewing, summer, teens, and The Edge.

3D Print Your Design for Free!

3D Print Your Design for Free!

The Library offers community access to new and emerging technologies such as 3D printers to inspire a new interest in design and help the community to bring their creations to life. Bring in your file (preferably in .stl or .obj format) to be printed using the library’s Makerbot Replicator 2 3D printer. Click here to make an appointment. *The Library reserves the right to refuse any 3D print request.
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June 8, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Homepage, Library News, and Technology.
Tags: 3d print, 3d printing, obj, sketchup, stl, and tinkercad.

Home-based Business Seminar

Home-based Business Seminar

Many well-known corporations started out as home-based businesses – such as Apple, Hershey’s, and Mary Kay Cosmetics. In fact, more than half of all U.S. businesses are based out of an owner's home. Join us on Wednesday, May 20 at 1:30 p.m. to learn more about working out of your house, starting a home-based business and managing your business within the law. Presented by the Small Business Administration.
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May 18, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Events, Featured, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, business, Small business, and workshops.

Intro to Car Maintenance

Intro to Car Maintenance

Saturday, April 18 from 1:00-3:00 PM Are you curious about how your car runs and what you can do to keep it from breaking down? Victor Principe from Bronx Community College will teach you about cars and share some basic tips to keep them on the road. All participants will receive a free gift. This program is part of the Allstate Readiness Series, in partnership with the Allstate Foundation and the White Plains Public Library Foundation.
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April 14, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
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Tags: adults, classes, Foundation, and teens.

Flashy Edgy Smart You

Flashy Edgy Smart You

Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to learn how to apply makeup that is appropriate for job interviews and internships. Jill K. of JKFlashy will lead a discussion of makeup techniques for a professional look. During the last hour of the workshop, teens will have the opportunity to practice their new skills. Teens can bring their own makeup to get specific recommendations for using their own products, but this is optional; makeup will be provided for practice. Registration is recommended. Light refreshments will be served. This program is supported by a grant from The Allstate Foundation.
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April 10, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
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Tags: Foundation, teens, The Allstate Foundation, and The Edge.

Calling all teen drivers!

Calling all teen drivers!

Are you a new driver? Getting your license soon? Attend our Allstate Readiness Teen Safe Driving Program, Monday, April 6, 7:00-8:00 p.m. in the Library auditorium. Learn safe driving tips from certified driving instructor Jim Fatigate. Parents welcome. Students will earn one hour of community service credit for attending. Refreshments provided. Supported by a generous grant from The Allstate Foundation to support community education programs and outreach on teen safe driving.
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April 2, 2015 6:00 am | by | 1 Comment
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Tags: classes, Foundation, teens, The Edge, and workshops.

The Road to Employment

The Road to Employment

This month we have an invaluable four-session series for job seekers that you won't want to miss! While it is encouraged that you attend the entire series, you are welcome to come when you are able. No registration necessary. Who am I?: Develop an Eye-Catching Cover Letter Monday, March 16 at 2:00 p.m. Participants will not only learn the format and necessary information to include in a cover letter, but they will explore how to utilize their life experience to appeal to employers. Build an Appealing Resume: Tips in Creating a Resume Wednesday, March 18 at 2:00 p.m. Participants can gain an
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March 12, 2015 6:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, career, jobs, and workshops.

Create an App with MATLAB

Create an App with MATLAB

Thursday, February 5 at noon Created by Mathworks, MATLAB® is a high-level language and interactive environment for numerical computation, visualization, and programming. It is mainly a tool for engineers, but it offers a multitude of computation possibilities. This class will provide design instruction within a Graphic User Interface (GUI) and computer programming using the MATLAB coding language. Come and learn how to create a basic computer application! All equipment and software is provided. Please register for this program on our online event calendar.
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February 2, 2015 2:08 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Events, Library News, and Technology.
Tags: adults, classes, and computers.

Build a High-Powered PC

Build a High-Powered PC

Building a computer from parts is much cheaper than buying one readily assembled. At the “Build a High-Powered PC” series of courses, every Tuesday in October at 4:00 p.m. in The Edge, teens will be able to assist in the building of a modern gaming rig. Instruction about microprocessors, RAM, motherboards, power supplies, hard drives, and graphics cards will be taught throughout. If teens wish to build a computer on their own, methods of selecting and purchasing compatible computer parts online will be shown as well. Registration is not required and all equipment is provided.
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October 8, 2014 9:09 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Events, Featured, Homepage, Library News, and Technology.
Tags: computer, frugal, hardware, motherboard, pc, ram, software, and technology.

Free Career and Educational Counseling at the Library

Free Career and Educational Counseling at the Library

WEBS Career and Educational Counseling Service is once again offering a free eight-week career counseling seminar for adults this fall called “Managing Your Career in Changing Times”. Call 914-674-3612 for program dates and to register. Places will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. WEBS helps participants assess themselves, explore career options, obtain career and educational information, find out about the latest trends in resumes and job search, and develop a career plan. The program is geared to those who are unemployed, changing careers, reentering the workforce or returning to school. The nineteen-hour workshop consists of an orientation session, eight
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September 15, 2014 6:00 am | by | 2 Comments
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Intro to 3D Printing and Design

Intro to 3D Printing and Design

Come and learn about 3D printing and Computer-aided design (CAD) with SketchUp, a free computer application. Participants will have the chance to design an original object and bring it home in physical form via the library’s MakerBot Replicator 2 (3D Printer). This program will begin at 10:15am on Thursday September 11th in the Edge Media Lab. There is a limit of 10 participants & registration is required.
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September 8, 2014 10:19 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Featured, Homepage, and Technology.
Tags: 3d printing.

Free Citizenship Classes

Free Citizenship Classes

The Library is hosting free citizenship classes this summer. Classes will cover information needed to pass the test, basic test-taking skills and preparation for the English language section of the test. The class is free but space is limited and registration is required. Register on Tuesday, July 1, 10am – 1pm, 6pm – 9pm or on Thursday, July 3 from 10am – 1pm. Students must be at least 18 years old. Classes meet on: Tuesdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m., Tuesday, 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. OR Thursdays, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. This class is offered in partnership with
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June 30, 2014 7:00 am | by | 5 Comments
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Tags: adults, citizenship, and classes.

Smart Money for Teens

Smart Money for Teens

Do you find that you never have enough money for the clothes and video games you want? Does it seem like once you have some money it just disappears? The Smart Money for Teens workshop will give teens some basic tips on how to spend their money wisely and the importance of savings through a series of fun activities. This workshop is part of the Allstate Readiness series.
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May 20, 2014 10:02 am | by | No Comments
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Video Game Design Workshop

Video Game Design Workshop

Teens can create a 3D video game about safety behind the wheel with Unity, a powerful game engine. A class consisting of four sessions (May 6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th, from 4pm – 5:30pm) will be held in the Edge and will demonstrate the realities of designing a video game from scratch. This is part of the Allstate Readiness Series – the video game will be used to show teens the dangers of distracted driving. Utilize your imagination! LIMITED SEATS AVAILABLE, REGISTRATION REQUIRED
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May 5, 2014 11:46 am | by | No Comments
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