| Adult Programs at the Ruth Keeler Memorial Library | | Print | |
| The library offers a variety of adult programs. Click on one of the buttons below to see individual programs. |
- Lectures and Workshops
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Korean Food & Culture Night
Saturday, September 11th at 5 PM
Enjoy a Korean meal, traditional costumes, and a short movie by the Korean Spirit & Culture Promotion Project.
For more information and to register, please call or email the library.
Annual Meeting of the Friends of the Ruth Keeler Memorial Library
Sunday, September 19th at 3:00 PM
Local photographer Richard Koser will be the featured speaker.
Wine and cheese will be served, and there will be a chance to get tickets for the West Point Band concert on October 8th.
Tibetan Singing Bowls with Beth Mullin
Saturday, October 23rd from 5-7 PM
Beth Mullin is a certified Healing Touch Practicioner and has given numerous concerts, including one at the Denver Botanic Gardens.
Poetry Workshop: "Fear of Poetry" - The Romantic & Victorian Poets
Thursdays at 10:30 AM
October 7th & 21st - November 4th & 18th - December 2nd & 16th
A pot said, "Poetry is just one person talking to another." Quiet your inner critic as we consider poetry. Together we explore how poetry personally equips us imaginatively, emotionally, and spiritually, to face and embrace the joys and challenges of our lives.
Patricia Grodd, a resident of North Salem, holds a doctorate from Columbia University and is, as well, a teacher and psychotherapist. She is a trustee of the prestigious Kenyon Review and a sponsor of the annual Patricia Grodd Poetry Prize for Young Writers associated with the Review. She is also a trustee of the Council of Literary Magazines and Presses. This workshop has won awards.
No prior experience with poetry is necessary, and all materials will be supplied.
This program is free, but space is limited, so please call or email the library to register.
Co-sponsored with the N.S. Continuing Education program.
Vet Talk: Lyme Disease and Ehrlichiosis in Cats and Dogs
Wednesday, November 3rd at 7:30 PM
Dr. Jean Quaintence of Mill Plain Veterinary in Danbury, Connecticut, will talk about Lyme disease and Ehrlichiosis in cats and dogs. She will focus primarily on treatment and prevention strategies. There will be a question and answer session following Dr. Quaintance's presentation.
Pictures from the Altered Books Workshop, Spring 2010
Creative Ageing in our Communities program, funded by a grant from the Helen Andrus Benedict Foundation
- Author Talks
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More to come soon...
- Book Discussion Groups
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Monthly book discussion group - Bagels and Books
Join us to discuss these books over bagels and coffee. No registration; drop-ins welcome
Thursday, September 30th at 10:30
Three Junes By Julia Glass
Thursday October 28th at 10:30
Reading Lolita in Tehran By Azar Nafisi
Four Giants of Modern Times
Led by John Steele Gordon
Thursday, September 23rd at 7:30 PM - Napoleon Bonaparte by Paul Johnson
Thursday, October 14th at 7:30 PM - Abraham Lincoln by Thomas Keneally
Thursday, November 11th at 7:30 PM- Woodrow Wilson by Louis Auchincloss
Thursday, December 9th at 7:30 PM- Winston Churchill by John Keegan
Local resident, writer and historian, John Steele Gordon will lead these book discussions based on the acclaimed Penguin Lives series of short biographies.
It is not necessary to register for this program. The library, however, can help you borrow copies of the books.
Co-sponsored with the N.S. Continuing Education program.
- Knitting & Crafting Group
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NEW DAYTIME KNITTING GROUP !
1st and 3rd Thursdays of the month, at 10:30 AM
Interested in knitting or crafting?A new daytime craft group is forming for adults. Bring your current project or try something new for a fun morning with coffee and tea and a chance to meet fellow crafters. There is no registration for this group and drop-ins are welcome.
This program is cosponsored with the North Salem Recreation Department. - Music
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West Point Concert Band
Friday, October 8th at 7:30 PM
The concert will be held in the auditorium of the North Salem MS/HS
Sponsored by the Friends of the Library, this concert is FREE and open to the public.
Tickets may be picked up starting at the Friends Annual Meeting on September 19th, or any time thereafter at the library.
- Movies
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One Friday a month we show a classic movie. Popcorn is served and discussion is led by Bill Maxwell, local resident, retired NYC policeman and film buff. There is no registration for these movies and all are welcome.
This fall we are showing three movies starring Humphrey Bogart
on Friday nights at 7:30.The Treasure of the Sierra Madre
October 1st
Casablanca
The Maltese Falcon
December 3rd
November 5th
- Writing Workshop
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Wednesdays at 11:00 AM
June 9th, July 14th, August 11th, September 15th
Come join us for a series of writing workshops led by Pam Pooley. Pam is a former instructor at Columbia Teacher's College and author of the memoir, A Season Abroad: Reflections of a Journey of Faith. All writers (and wannabe writers) are invited to share their work, or desire to write, in a supportive atmosphere. Registration is not required and drop-ins are welcome. - Free Individual Computer Help
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Our Saturday librarians offer free one-on-one help with basic computer help. They can help you search the Internet, set up an email account, use Word or learn about social networking sites. Call to set up a time, or simply drop-in. If you need more sophisticated assistance, one of our local residents, Paul Llanos, has offered to help patrons. Paul is an engineer with a Masters in Human Computer Interaction. Please call the library to schedule an appointment.
- Library Fair 2009
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More pictures from the 2009 Library Fair and Book Sale
