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Tomar prestado una computadora portátil

Tomar prestado una computadora portátil

¿Necesita acceso al Internet o conoce a alguien que lo necesita? Estamos circulando “paquetes” de computadoras portátiles que consisten de una computadora y un HotSpot, cada uno con sus cables y conexiones. El HotSpot le permitirá acceso al Internet dondequiera que T-Mobile/Sprint provea 4G LTE cubierta celular. Este programa de préstamo ha sido posible gracias a una generosa donación y financiación de la Fundación de la Biblioteca de White Plains. Estos paquetes (laptop bundles) están disponibles exclusivamente a las personas de White Plains de 18 años o más con tarjeta de la Biblioteca sin deudas. Para reservar un paquete (laptop
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January 12, 2022 3:25 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Español.
Tags: computadoras, español, and laptops.

Acceso a través de Sora para los libros digitales (eBooks) de la biblioteca

Acceso a través de Sora para los libros digitales (eBooks) de la biblioteca

¿Sabía que los estudiantes de White Plains tienen acceso a los libros digitales (eBooks) de la Biblioteca de White Plains a través de su cuenta Sora de la escuela? Pueden hacerlo gracias a una nueva asociación entre el Sistema de Bibliotecas de Westchester y BOCES Westchester Sur. Todo lo que el estudiante necesita hacer es entrar la identificación o credenciales de su escuela en la aplicación Sora que ya tiene y ¡listo! Puede tomar prestado contenido apropiado a su edad de la colección digital (eBook) de la Biblioteca Pública de White Plains. Para poder buscar en la colección de títulos
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January 8, 2022 3:07 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Español and Library News.
Tags: eBooks, español, and Sora.

People & Stories Oral History Project: Dennis Polanco

People & Stories Oral History Project: Dennis Polanco

Probably known to most White Plains residents as “Mr. Polanco,” since that is what students in his English classes at White Plains High School call him, Dennis Polanco is in fact much more than a teacher. He is a father, musician, and community leader who has great insights into our city.
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February 4, 2016 2:34 pm | by | No Comments
Categories: Español, Local History, and Oral History.
Tags: español, family, guitar, Hispanic-American History, local history, malls, music, oral history, People & Stories, poetry, poetry slam, reading, teacher, White Plains High School, and white plains history.

Be Prepared — Workshops at the Library

Be Prepared — Workshops at the Library

The Library is hosting two workshops in December to help citizens prepare for the unexpected. On December 4 at 7:00 p.m., the American Red Cross will offer “Prepare, Respond and Recover: What to do When a Disaster Strikes.” On December 6 from 2:00-4:00 p.m., the Child Care Council of Westchester will present “What do do in an Emergency” in Spanish. Governor Cuomo initiated the Red Cross training so that New York citizens are prepared for natural and man made disasters. The Child Care Council of Westchester's session will help Spanish-speaking parents know what to do when a child becomes ill
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December 1, 2014 6:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, español, parents, and workshops.

Kindergarten Here I Come!

Kindergarten Here I Come!

School starts in White Plains on Monday, September 9. For children entering Kindergarten, it is an important time. Watch a film together with your child to help them get ready. Upbeat and authentic, this 18 minute, special video generates excitement about starting Kindergarten. There will be an all day continuous showing in The Cave alternating in both English and Spanish, from 12 to 5 p.m. on Wednesday, September 4, Thursday, September 5, and Friday September 6.
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August 26, 2013 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Featured, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: Bilingual, children, español, families, film, parents, school, and The Trove.

Holiday and Vacation Programs in The Trove

Holiday and Vacation Programs in The Trove

A week off from school! What to do with this gift of time? Come to The Trove. On Sunday, December 23, we will have ¡Feliz Navidad!, a family storytime in Spanish. The following Sunday, we will have Lionheart Puppets perform The Reluctant Dragon. Both programs are at 2 p.m. On Wednesday, December 26, Stories & Stuff for children age 4 & 5 will be at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m., and the family program Pajamarama is at 7 p.m. On Thursday, December 27 at 4 p.m., there will be a special holiday Jeopardy game for children seven years and older.
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December 18, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Events, Featured, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: Bilingual, children, computers, español, families, parents, storytime, and The Trove.

The Consulate General of Mexico Returns

The Consulate General of Mexico Returns

The Consulate General of Mexico will be processing passports and consular IDs for their citizens at the Library on Tuesday, November 27th through Friday, November 30th, 10am — 1:30pm. A limited number of appointments are available each day. To make your free appointment, use MEXITEL: – Phone 1-877-639-4835 – Online at http://sreweb.mexitel.com.mx/mexitel_web/ More information on requirements can be found at the Mexican Consulate website.
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November 15, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Featured, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: adults, español, and services.

Allstate Readiness Series: Financial Literacy Programs for Adults and Teens

Allstate Readiness Series: Financial Literacy Programs for Adults and Teens

Learn how to get your financial house in order at the Library this fall.  Join us at workshops for adults and teens on a variety of personal finance topics: creating a budget, managing your money, protecting your financial security, and planning for long term care.  These programs are part of the Allstate Readiness Series, funded by a generous grant from The Allstate Foundation, which supports programs on financial literacy and teen safe driving throughout the year.   For Adults Wednesday, October 17, 7:00-8:30 pm Planning for Long Term Care and Disability: Legal and Financial Issues Presenter:  Frances Pantaleo, Esq., elder
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October 5, 2012 7:00 am | by | 2 Comments
Categories: Classes, Featured, Homepage, Library News, and Uncategorized.
Tags: adults, classes, español, Foundation, parents, and teens.

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.

Allstate Readiness Series: Financial Literacy Programs for Adults and Teens

Allstate Readiness Series: Financial Literacy Programs for Adults and Teens

Learn how to get your financial house in order at the Library this fall. Join us at workshops for adults and teens on a variety of personal finance topics: creating a budget, managing your money, protecting your financial security, and planning for long term care. These programs are part of the Allstate Readiness Series, funded by a generous grant from The Allstate Foundation, which supports programs on financial literacy and teen safe driving throughout the year. For Adults Saturday, September 22, 2-3:30 p.m. Learn Budgeting Basics and How to Manage Your Money Presenter: Personal finance expert and economist Luz Barrera
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September 11, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Classes, Featured, Homepage, Library News, and Uncategorized.
Tags: adults, classes, español, Foundation, and teens.

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.

A Back to School Tip for Parents

A Back to School Tip for Parents

For kindergarten and elementary school students, a library card should be part of the school supply list. The White Plains Public Library and The Trove give children library cards from birth because the librarians believe that reading aloud to a child is the best preparation for reading. (And studies support this.) Make a trip to The Trove part of your family routine. Every week or two come get some great stories to take home. Choose a program (or several) to attend. On August 29 and 30, we have planned many storytimes on the back-to-school theme. ¡Vamos a la escuela! at
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August 22, 2012 7:00 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events, Homepage, and Library News.
Tags: español, reading, storytime, and The Trove.

Bilingual Family Night

Bilingual Family Night

Whether you and your child speak Spanish, English or something else, all are welcome to our monthly bilingual family night! Join us for this storytime in English and Spanish for children ages 3+ and their families. We will listen to Delicious Hullaballoo / Pachanga Deliciosa, by Pat Mora. This beautifully illustrated story talks about friends, family, food and fun.  Do you know what you need to do to celebrate a great pachanga? Come find out and keep the pachanga going all through summer!  
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July 18, 2012 7:30 am | by | No Comments
Categories: Events and Library News.
Tags: Bilingual, español, storytime, and The Trove.