Event List

Filters
Age Group
Scarsdale Public Library Makerspace

Makerspace Holiday Keychains

All Day 12/1 - 12/18
Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Library Makerspace is making personalized keychains for the holiday season using our Glowforge laser cutter!SPL patrons can sign up for a customized, acrylic keychain through t...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

The Library Makerspace is making personalized keychains for the holiday season using our Glowforge laser cutter!

Picture of Ellen Cohen

Hybrid: Chair Yoga with Ellen Cohen

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Scott Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Online
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Scarsdale Public Library is offering “Chair Yoga with Ellen,” a seated yoga class, Tuesdays at 11 AM. The class includes building strength and stamina, stretching and guided me...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Online
Required
Event Details:

The Scarsdale Public Library is offering “Chair Yoga with Ellen,” a seated yoga class, Tuesdays at 11 AM. The class includes building strength and stamina, stretching and guided meditation and breathing.

In Stiches - Knitting and Crocheting

In Stitches - Knitting and Crocheting

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room South at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us at the library for an informal weekly knitting and crocheting meetup group.   Bring your own project and spend time with other local crafters. Knit, crochet, c...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Recreation
Required
Event Details:

Join us at the library for an informal weekly knitting and crocheting meetup group.  

Bring your own project and spend time with other local crafters. Knit, crochet, chat, share knowledge, and make friends.  

Makerspace logo

Open Maker

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace
Program Type:
Makerspace, STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Ge tinformation about o...

Library Branch: Makerspace
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace, STEAM
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Ge tinformation about our machines here: 

Writing Programs default image showing a calligraphy pen and cursive writing

Poetry Writers' Community

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Conference Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join our thriving Poetry Writers Community!This group meets once a week to exchange resources and critiques. If you are interested in joining us, contact Programming Librarian, Cla...

Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Join our thriving Poetry Writers Community!

QI Gong

Hybrid: Qi Gong with Jian-Yang Rong

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Scott Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Online
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Qi Gong for health and energy. Join us to practice this gentle body movement for healing the body, mind and emotions. Qi Gong has been shown to reduce pain...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Online
Required
Event Details:

Qi Gong for health and energy. Join us to practice this gentle body movement for healing the body, mind and emotions. Qi Gong has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress.

Makerspace logo

Open Maker

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Program Type:
Makerspace, STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Get information about o...

Library Branch: Makerspace
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace, STEAM
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Get information about our machines here: 

Colm Toibin and his novel Long Island

Nancy's Book Group - Long Island

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Scott Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Book Clubs
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

“Though we do not wholly believe it yet, the interior life is a real life, and the intangible dreams of people have a tangible effect on the world.” - James Baldwin. Please join...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Clubs
Required
Event Details:

“Though we do not wholly believe it yet, the interior life is a real life, and the intangible dreams of people have a tangible effect on the world.” - James Baldwin.

candle

Holiday Candle Making

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Tis the season to get creative and make a festive candle with our selection of colors, scents and decorative baubles.

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Event Details:

Tis the season to get creative and make a festive candle with our selection of colors, scents and decorative baubles.

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.
Makerspace logo

Open Maker

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 9:30am - 1:30pm
Makerspace
Program Type:
Makerspace, STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Get information about o...

Library Branch: Makerspace
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace, STEAM
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Get information about our machines here: 

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room South at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group Join us for this ongoing, face-to-face support group whose members understand what you are going through! They understand the highs and ...

Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Child Development & Parenting, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group

Scarsdale Public Library Makerspace

Cricut 101: Personalized Holiday Cards

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Personalize a holiday card for that special someone using Cricut Design Space and then cut it out on our Cricut machine. If there is enough time, inscribe the card with your own me...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace
Required
Event Details:

Personalize a holiday card for that special someone using Cricut Design Space and then cut it out on our Cricut machine. If there is enough time, inscribe the card with your own message with the Cricut too!

Materials will be provided.

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.
Sepia-toned background with brown text "Library Chess Club" above a wooden chess board with three pieces: black queen and knight standing over a fallen white king between them.

Library Chess Club

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room South at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Library Chess Club is an intergenerational event where diverse chess enthusiasts play against each other at the library.For children, teens, adults, and seniors; however, play...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Required
Event Details:

Library Chess Club is an intergenerational event where diverse chess enthusiasts play against each other at the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.

Unattended Children

Parents and Caregivers should be attentive to children under their care at all times during the program. Children are not permitted to be left unsupervised by their caregiver unless over the age of 10.
Mah Jongg tiles

Mah Jongg Open Play

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room North South at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Come to the library to play Mah Jongg!  This is open game-play for players of all levels as long as you understand the basics of game play. We will play with the National M...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room North South
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Required
Event Details:

Come to the library to play Mah Jongg! 

Film still from The Conspirator (1949)

Movie Screening & Discussion - The Conspirator

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Scott Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Films
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Marcus Renna in the Scott Room for a screening and discussion of the 1949 film noir and spy thriller The Conspirator. Directed by Victor Saville, written by Sally Be...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Films
Required
Event Details:

Join Marcus Renna in the Scott Room for a screening and discussion of the 1949 film noir and spy thriller The Conspirator. Directed by Victor Saville, written by Sally Benson and Gerald Fairlie, and starring Robert Taylor and El

Ines Rodrigues and Plinio Ribeiro

Virtual: Scarsdale Salon and Salon de Belleville with Plinio Ribeiro and Ines Rodrigues

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Virtual at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Author Talks, Online, Performances, Writing
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Please join us for our annual literary event, Scarsdale Salon & Salon de Belleville, with moderators Ines Rodrigues and Plinio Ribeiro Jr. Four artists from different...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Author Talks, Online, Performances, Writing
Required
Event Details:

Please join us for our annual literary event, Scarsdale Salon & Salon de Belleville, with moderators Ines Rodrigues and Plinio Ribeiro Jr. Four artists from different locales and genres will read samples of their wor

Green background with yellow star accents in upper left corner. Foreground shows a dark gray bingo cage containing various blue, green, and red number balls. Cage has a red crank-handle with a blue knob at the end.

Bingo

Saturday, December 7, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Scott Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Get ready to shout "Bingo!" at this fun-filled event. Our Bingo caller will guide you through multiple rounds of the classic game, with many chances to win prizes! This event was d...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Games & Recreation
Required
Event Details:

Get ready to shout "Bingo!" at this fun-filled event. Our Bingo caller will guide you through multiple rounds of the classic game, with many chances to win prizes!

Accessibility

The library makes every effort to ensure our programs can be enjoyed by all. If you have any concerns about accessibility or need to request specific accommodations, please contact the library.

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.
Picture of Ellen Cohen

Virtual: Chair Yoga with Ellen Cohen

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Virtual at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Online
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

The Scarsdale Public Library is offering “Chair Yoga with Ellen,” a seated yoga class, Tuesdays at 11 AM. The class includes building strength and stamina, stretching and guided me...

Open
Required
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Online
Required
Event Details:

The Scarsdale Public Library is offering “Chair Yoga with Ellen,” a seated yoga class, Tuesdays at 11 AM. The class includes building strength and stamina, stretching and guided meditation and breathing.

In Stiches - Knitting and Crocheting

In Stitches - Knitting and Crocheting

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room South at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Games & Recreation
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us at the library for an informal weekly knitting and crocheting meetup group.   Bring your own project and spend time with other local crafters. Knit, crochet, c...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room South
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Games & Recreation
Required
Event Details:

Join us at the library for an informal weekly knitting and crocheting meetup group.  

Bring your own project and spend time with other local crafters. Knit, crochet, chat, share knowledge, and make friends.  

Makerspace logo

Button Making 101: Holiday Ornaments

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Makerspace at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, STEAM
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Make some holiday buttons using the makerspace's button machines, then turn them into hangable ornaments!   Materials will be provided.  Please note: this progra...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Makerspace
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace, STEAM
Required
Event Details:

Make some holiday buttons using the makerspace's button machines, then turn them into hangable ornaments!

 

Materials will be provided. 

Please note: this program is limited to Scarsdale library cardholders

Photography

Please note that photographs and/or footage may be taken throughout the event. These will be used by the library for marketing and publicity in our publications, on our website and in social media. Please consult with a librarian if you have any concerns or if you wish to be exempt from this activity.
Makerspace logo

Open Maker

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Makerspace
Program Type:
Makerspace, STEAM
Age Group:
Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Ge tinformation about o...

Library Branch: Makerspace
Age Group: Elementary, Teens, Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Makerspace, STEAM
Event Details:

Open Makerspace for patrons who have reserved use of one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machines and button maker.  Ge tinformation about our machines here: 

Writing Programs default image showing a calligraphy pen and cursive writing

Poetry Writers' Community

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 9:30am - 11:00am
Conference Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Writing
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join our thriving Poetry Writers Community!This group meets once a week to exchange resources and critiques. If you are interested in joining us, contact Programming Librarian, Cla...

Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Writing
Event Details:

Join our thriving Poetry Writers Community!

QI Gong

Hybrid: Qi Gong with Jian-Yang Rong

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:15pm
Scott Room at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Online
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Qi Gong for health and energy. Join us to practice this gentle body movement for healing the body, mind and emotions. Qi Gong has been shown to reduce pain...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Scott Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Online
Required
Event Details:

Qi Gong for health and energy. Join us to practice this gentle body movement for healing the body, mind and emotions. Qi Gong has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress.

Winter watercolors

Expressive Watercolors - Art Therapy

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room North South at Scarsdale Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us in Meeting Room North South for an expressive watercolor art program with Family Services of Westchester. The creative process of art is a calming and meditative opportunit...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Scarsdale Public Library
Room: Meeting Room North South
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Health & Wellness
Required
Event Details:

Join us in Meeting Room North South for an expressive watercolor art program with Family Services of Westchester.