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Mini Golf in the Library: "Tee Off for Education"

Mini Golf in the Library: "Tee Off for Education"

On Saturday, March 16, experience the Library in a “hole” new way, as the Library is transformed into a miniature golf course!  Kids and adults get to play in two separate events, a free family fun afternoon and an adults-only evening fundraiser “19th hole” party.  Families and kids ages 3-11 can drop by anytime from 1-4:30 p.m. to play mini golf, and see the Balloon Man create amazing balloon animals.   To ensure the comfort and safety of patrons, timed tickets will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis, beginning at 12:30 pm, in the Museum Gallery.  Refreshments will be
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March 8, 2013 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, all ages, children, families, Foundation, and fundraising.

Library Foundation Presents New Video: "Transforming Lives, Every Day"

Library Foundation Presents New Video: "Transforming Lives, Every Day"

Libraries measure public service by collecting lots of data–number of books borrowed, hours of computer usage, how many people attend programs, etc. But numbers alone don't tell the story of how the Library helps people learn, build a career, find community, get inspired, have fun, and move on in their lives. The White Plains Library Foundation recently produced a video, “Transforming Lives, Every Day”, in which some of our patrons shared powerful stories of how the Library has benefited them, and we are proud to share it with you. Click here to view.
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February 26, 2013 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Homepage and Library News.
Tags: all ages, Foundation, and youtube.

Library Closed for Lincoln's Birthday

Library Closed for Lincoln's Birthday

In honor of Abraham Lincoln, 16th President of the United States, the Library is closed on Tuesday, February 12. Some recent books the Library has acquired on President Lincoln include: Emancipation Proclamation: Lincoln and the Dawn of Liberty by Tonya Bolden (Abrams Books for Young Readers, 2013) YA 973.71B Lincoln's Last Days: The Shocking Assassination that Changed America Forever by Bill O'Reilly (Henry Holt & Co., 2012) YA 973.7 O Abraham Lincoln and Frederick Douglass: The Story Behind an American Friendship by Russell Friedman (Clarion Books, 2012) YA 973.7 F Emancipating Lincoln: The Proclamation in Text, Context and Memory by
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February 9, 2013 5:00 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Homepage and Library News.
Tags: all ages and holiday.

Library Foundation Presents New Video: "Transforming Lives, Every Day"

Library Foundation Presents New Video: "Transforming Lives, Every Day"

Libraries measure public service by collecting lots of data–number of books borrowed, hours of computer usage, how many people attend programs, etc.  But numbers alone don't tell the story of how the Library helps people learn, build a career, find community, get inspired, have fun, and move on in their lives.  The White Plains Library Foundation recently produced a video, “Transforming Lives, Every Day”, in which some of our patrons shared powerful stories of how the Library has benefited them, and we are proud to share it with you.  Click here to view.                
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January 25, 2013 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Homepage and Library News.
Tags: all ages, Foundation, and youtube.

Artist Reception: Diane McCulloch – Fantasy Visions

Artist Reception: Diane McCulloch – Fantasy Visions

Join us this Sunday, January 13 from 1-3 p.m. for the opening of “Fantasy Visions,” an exhibit of paintings in mixed media that are at once colorful, thought-provoking, and entertaining. Artist Diane McCulloch will be in attendance. One of her paintings, Chinese Destiny, is shown here. “Fantasy Visions” will be on display in the Museum Gallery until February 22. This show is brought to you by the Friends of White Plains Public Library.
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January 10, 2013 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Gallery, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, all ages, art, Friends, gallery, and museum gallery.

Holiday Closings

Holiday Closings

During this busy holiday season we will be open our regular hours on most days. Please note the exceptions: The Library will be open 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. (closing early) on: Christmas Eve – Monday, December 24 New Year's Eve – Monday, December 31 The Library will be closed on: Christmas Day – Tuesday, December 25 New Year's Day – Tuesday, January 1 We wish everyone Happy Holidays and a happy and healthy New Year!
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December 21, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Homepage and Library News.
Tags: all ages and closings.

Hooked Rugs of Mary Parker

Hooked Rugs of Mary Parker

The hooked rugs of fiber enthusiast Mary Parker will be on view in the Museum Gallery at the White Plains Public Library from Monday, December 3, 2012 to Friday, January 11, 2013. Ms. Parker’s work is inspired by the past and present of Westchester and Putnam Counties. Hooked highlights include local historic sites and cemetery “folk art,” as well as other work from traditional to contemporary. Rug hooking has been called the one truly original folk art of America and Ms. Parker’s work carries forward the tradition of expression through this 19th century craft. Folk art expert, William C. Ketchum,
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December 17, 2012 7:00 am | by | 2 Comments
Categories: Gallery, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: all ages, art, and gallery.

Holiday Concert with New Westchester Symphony Orchestra

Holiday Concert with New Westchester Symphony Orchestra

Join us Sunday, December 16, at 3 pm for a delightful holiday concert. The New Westchester Symphony Orchestra, a community-based ensemble of amateur musicians who gather weekly to make music, will perform at this free program. Refreshments will be served. Sponsored by the White Plains Library Foundation.
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December 12, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, all ages, children, concert, and music.

Hooked Rugs of Mary Parker

Hooked Rugs of Mary Parker

The hooked rugs of fiber enthusiast Mary Parker will be on view in the Museum Gallery at the White Plains Public Library from Monday, December 3, 2012 to Friday, January 11, 2013. Ms. Parker’s work is inspired by the past and present of Westchester and Putnam Counties. Hooked highlights include local historic sites and cemetery “folk art,” as well as other work from traditional to contemporary. Rug hooking has been called the one truly original folk art of America and Ms. Parker’s work carries forward the tradition of expression through this 19th century craft. Folk art expert, William C. Ketchum,
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December 11, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Homepage.
Tags: all ages, art, and gallery.

An Afternoon of Klezmer

An Afternoon of Klezmer

Join us on Sunday, December 9 for our annual klezmer concert. Enjoy a lively & nostalgic musical journey, featuring Old World traditions & New World voices with Kapelye, “The First Ambassadors of Klezmer.” Eric Berman, tuba/bass; Ken Maltz, clarinet; and Peter Sokolow, keyboard/vocals. Two seatings from 1:30-2:30 p.m., repeated 3:30-4:30 p.m. Wikipedia explains:  “Klezmer is a musical tradition of the Ashkenazic Jews of Eastern Europe. Played by professional musicians called klezmorim, the genre originally consisted largely of dance tunes and instrumental display pieces for weddings and other celebrations.” This concert is brought to you by the Friends of White Plains
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December 3, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: all ages, concert, Friends, klezmer, and music.

A Plan for the Library's Future

A Plan for the Library's Future

Interested in where the White Plains Public Library is headed the next few years? Then take a few minutes to look over our strategic plan. Many people in the White Plains community helped out with this plan, whether through interviews, focus groups, informal advice, or our morning-long planning retreat in May. Again, a big thanks to everyone for his or her time! A strategic plan is like a road map; it outlines the directions we will be taking, and the actions we need to take to reach our goals. This strategic plan covers the next three years, and is closely
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November 12, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Homepage and Library News.
Tags: all ages.

The Rock 'n' Roll Show

The Rock 'n' Roll Show

I've been booking concerts for the Library for nearly five years now. When I started, the tradition was to have popular music (in other words, “Great American Songbook”) in the fall and jazz in the spring. While this has always been popular, I started thinking about the audiences we get for these shows. Many attendees are seniors and I'm sure the American songbook concerts have touched upon some old favorites of theirs and introduced younger attendees to classic music. However, time marches on and my own parents are seniors now. While they know many American songbook songs, they grew up
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November 5, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, all ages, and concert.

Halloween Stories – Intergenerational Halloween Storytelling

Halloween Stories – Intergenerational Halloween Storytelling

This Saturday, October 27 at 3:30 p.m., renowned storyteller Carol Birch will present an intergenerational Halloween storytelling performance for children in second grade and up, and adults. No younger siblings, please – it will be too scary. To make sure everyone is safe and comfortable, tickets will be given out on a first-come, first-served basis 30 minutes before the start of the program. Please arrive early, and be prepared to be frightened!
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October 25, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, all ages, parents, storytime, and The Trove.

A Tribute to Musical Legend Johnny Mercer

A Tribute to Musical Legend Johnny Mercer

Johnny Mercer began writing songs at the age of 15 and eventually became one of the foremost figures of 20th century American popular music. From the mid-1930s through the mid-1950s, many of the songs Mercer wrote and performed were among the most popular hits of the time. He wrote the lyrics to more than a thousand songs, including compositions for movies and Broadway shows. In their show on Sunday, October 28 at 2 p.m., Sonny & Perley will highlight favorites including “Skylark,” “Accentuate the Positive,” Blues in the Night,” and “Moon River.” The husband and wife team have spent the
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October 19, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, Library News, and Uncategorized.
Tags: all ages, concerts, and music.

Westchester Multicultural Children's Book Festival

Westchester Multicultural Children's Book Festival

The 1st Annual Westchester Multicultural Children's Book Festival comes to the White Plains Public Library on Saturday, October 13th from 11:00 a.m. through 4:00 p.m. The free, all day festival will offer innovative, entertaining, and fun-filled programs for children, parents, teachers, and all advocates for children. The heart and soul of the festival are our magical and inspiring authors: Jerry & Gloria Pinkney Wade & Cheryl Hudson Eric Velasquez Mayma Raphael George O'Connor Jerry Craft Sudipta Bardhan Quallen Marie Roker-Jones Yona Zeldis McDonough Candi Sparks Ginger Pate Nick Bruel Hanna Erhlich Mark Weston Torrey Maldonado Danette Vigilante Mary O'Keefe Jason
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October 8, 2012 7:00 am | by | 1 Comment
Categories: Events, Homepage, Library News, and Uncategorized.
Tags: all ages, books, children, families, and parents.

The Art of Bob and Berenice Pliskin

The Art of Bob and Berenice Pliskin

Artists Bob and Berenice Pliskin mount a retrospective exhibit of their work on view through November 16th in our Museum Gallery. Ms. Pliskin's work features paintings on silk. Mr. Pliskin displays his photography. Meet the artists at a reception on Sunday, October 14th, at 2 p.m. Ms. Pliskin will give a demonstration of the painting on silk technique on Wednesday, October 24 at 7 p.m. (Picture at left: Beach at Vernazza by Bob Pliskin)
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October 2, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Gallery, Homepage, Library News, and Uncategorized.
Tags: adults, all ages, art, and museum gallery.

New York Says "Thank You"

New York Says "Thank You"

Join us for a screening of the film “New York Says Thank You” by the New York Says Thank You Foundation on Saturday, September 15th, at 2 p.m. Started in 2003 at the suggestion of a 5-year-old boy, The New York Says Thank You Foundation has grown into one of the nation’s leading organizations to transform the 9/11 Anniversary into a positive, hands-on platform for national volunteer service. Filmed and edited over a six-year period, “New York Says Thank You” tells the story of survivors of 9/11 and survivors of natural disasters nationwide who have rebuilt hope in their lives
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September 7, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, all ages, and film.

Borrow Museum Passes for Free

Borrow Museum Passes for Free

Did you know that the Library offers free Museum Passes to the Aldrich Contemporary Art Museum, Bruce Museum, Children’s Museum of Manhattan, The Frick Collection, Intrepid Sea Air & Space Museum, Katonah Museum of Art, and Stepping Stones Museum For Children?  These passes are available to all White Plains Library cardholders over the age of 18 who are in good standing.  One pass may be borrowed at a time per family.  You get the pass for three days and 2 nights and passes cannot be renewed. You may sign up for a pass up to 30 days in advance either
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August 29, 2012 7:00 am | by | 6 Comments
Categories: Authors & Books, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: all ages, Foundation, and services.

Learning from Irene — August 14, 7pm

Learning from Irene — August 14, 7pm

Building on the experience of Hurricane Irene, this program provides an opportunity to learn about coping with issues that may be lingering from that storm so as to be more prepared for future natural disasters. Activities will be demonstrated to improve techniques in resilience, coping, and relaxation. All ages are encouraged to attend the free program on Tuesday, August 14th, from 7-8pm. Presented by Project Hope, this program was created by the New York State Office of Mental Health. Project Hope offers free and confidential supportive counseling and public education services to disaster victims.
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August 9, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, all ages, classes, and preparedness.