Adult Programs

Thursday, January 23 at 10:00am. Village Center. The story of America’s founding is as dramatic and instructive as any in the nation’s history. Join us for these DVD video lectures led by Dr. Allen Guelzo.

JANUARY 23: Roger Sherman’s Compromise & Elbridge Gerry’s Committee.

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EVENT FULL. Thursday, January 23 & February 27 at 7:00pm. Village Center.  

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Friday, January 24 at 10:00am. Village Center. A travelling handyman (Sidney Poitier, winner of the Academy Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role for this film) becomes the answer to the prayers of nuns who wish to build a chapel in the desert. Rated PG-13. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Monday, January 27 at 7:00pm. Village Center. Eating a whole food, plant-based diet has been scientifically proven to prevent and reverse chronic illnesses, including heart disease, diabetes and gastrointestinal diseases. It is also the diet many athletes follow to achieve maximum performance. Come find out how simple it can be to prepare plant-based foods that are satisfying, nutrition packed, and taste amazing! Janet Levine is a registered dietitian and dentist. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, January 30 at 7:00pm. Village Center. Home organization expert Bari Goldstein, will show you how life-changing organizing your home can be. You’ll learn how we all ended up with houses full of stuff, the negative effects of clutter, the benefits of decluttering and get loads of tips and tricks for keeping your home organized. Bari Goldstein is a professional home organizer and the founder of Let’s Get It Done!, and has been helping clients organize their homes since 2016. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Monday, February 3 at 7:00pm. Village Center. Freedomland U.S.A.in The Bronx, was built by the same man who built Disneyland for Walt Disney. Historian Michael Virgintino presents the story of Freedomland U.S.A. with photographs, a memorabilia display, insight into the attractions, character actors and celebrity entertainers associated with the park, and uncovers the real reason the park filed for bankruptcy. Michael exposes the plans to construct Co-op City and how city planners, politicians and the landowner used Freedomland as a “placeholder” for the development of the marshland. Michael is a journalist and public relations executive, as well as a historian. He began researching Freedomland U.S.A. ten years ago, ultimately writing his book, Freedomland U.S.A.: The Definitive History.

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Wednesday, February 5 at 11:00am. Village Center. Join Librarian Frank Connelly for this discussion delving into the world of the World’s greatest sleuth, Sherlock Holmes. We will read and discuss Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s The Adventure of the Copper Beeches. Books will be available in the library three weeks prior to the session. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursdays at 10:00am. February 6 & 20. Village Center. The story of America’s founding—great men who debated, argued, persuaded, and negotiated their way to the U.S. Constitution—is as dramatic and instructive as any in the nation’s history.

FEBRUARY 6:   James Wilson’s Executive & John Rutledge’s Committee

FEBRUARY 20: Rufus King’s Slaves & David Brantley’s Postponed Parts

Dr. Allen C. Guelzo is the Henry R. Luce Professor of the Civil War Era and Director of Civil War Era Studies at Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

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Thursday, January 6 at 7:00pm. Michael P. Coords Activity Room. The Water Knife is Poalo Bacigalupi’s sixth novel, and is based on his short story, The Tamarisk Hunters, first published in the environmental journal High Country News. It takes place in the near future, where drought brought on by climate change has devastated the Southwestern United States. Books are available now. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Saturday, February 8 from 6:00 to 9:00pm. $45 per person – Advance Ticket Required. Join the Friends of the Larchmont Public Library for this opening reception that kick’s off the third annual Larchmont Open Mini-Golf Tournament in the library. You’ll need a ticket to attend. All proceeds benefit the Larchmont Public Library. For information or to purchase tickets, visit the Friends online.

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All Ages. Sunday, February 9 from 11:00am to 3:00pm. $5 per person – Ticket Required.  Get your tickets now and be part of the fun! Miniature golf is great fun under any circumstances, but especially fun when played inside the library! That’s right, for the third time we’re turning the library into a miniature golf course! Everyone in the family is invited join the Friends of the Larchmont Public Library for the third annual Larchmont Open Mini-Golf Tournament, a unique fund-raising event where the proceeds benefit the Larchmont Public Library. Space is limited, so get your tickets early! For information or to purchase tickets, visit the Friends online.

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Thursday, February 13 at 10:00am. Village Center. Join the discussion and enjoy some sweets! The Great Gatsby, F. Scott Fitzgerald’s third book, stands as the supreme achievement of his career. First published in 1925, this quintessential novel of the Jazz Age has been acclaimed by generations of readers. The story of the mysteriously wealthy Jay Gatsby and his love for the beautiful Daisy Buchanan, of lavish parties on Long Island at a time when The New York Times noted “gin was the national drink and sex the national obsession,” it is an exquisitely crafted tale of America in the 1920s. Books are available in the library now. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, February 13 at 7:00pm. Village Center. Retirement by Design illustrates how you can translate your vision for retirement into tangible goals. Whether you are 10 or 40 years from retirement, you’ll learn investment strategies to help design the retirement you want. We’ll also discuss how you can add flexibility to your strategy to help you handle unexpected events and how you can keep your strategy on track. Keith has 25 years of Wall Street experience, most recently with Edward Jones as a financial advisor. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Saturday, February 15 from 2:00pm to 4:00pm. Village Center. Artist Patricia Lescop will host a reception in the Oresman Gallery celebrating her exhibit of paintings, BY THE SEA, BY THE SEA, BY THE BEAUTIFUL SEA. The reception is free and everyone is invited. Ms. Lescop’s exhibit is on display in the Oresman Gallery throughout February.

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Thursdays at 10:00am. February 6 & 20. Village Center. The story of America’s founding—great men who debated, argued, persuaded, and negotiated their way to the U.S. Constitution—is as dramatic and instructive as any in the nation’s history.

FEBRUARY 6:   James Wilson’s Executive & John Rutledge’s Committee

FEBRUARY 20: Rufus King’s Slaves & David Brantley’s Postponed Parts

Dr. Allen C. Guelzo is the Henry R. Luce Professor of the Civil War Era and Director of Civil War Era Studies at Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

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Thursday, February 20 at 6:30pm. Village Center. Two-time Oscar®-winner Tom Hanks portrays Mister Rogers in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, a timely story of kindness triumphing over cynicism, based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. After a jaded magazine writer (Emmy winner Matthew Rhys) is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers, he overcomes his skepticism, learning about empathy, kindness, and decency from America’s most beloved neighbor. Rated PG. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the theatrical trailer:

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Friday, February 21 at 10:00am. Village Center. Two-time Oscar®-winner Tom Hanks portrays Mister Rogers in A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood, a timely story of kindness triumphing over cynicism, based on the true story of a real-life friendship between Fred Rogers and journalist Tom Junod. After a jaded magazine writer (Emmy winner Matthew Rhys) is assigned a profile of Fred Rogers, he overcomes his skepticism, learning about empathy, kindness, and decency from America’s most beloved neighbor. Rated PG. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the theatrical trailer:

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EVENT FULL. Thursday, February 27 at 7:00pm. Michael P. Coords Activity Room. 

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Friday, February 28 at 10:00am. Village Center. The film details the ascension to the throne and the early reign of Queen Elizabeth the First, as played by Cate Blanchett. The main focus is the endless attempts by her council to marry her off, the Catholic hatred of her and her romance with Lord Robert Dudley, played by Joseph Fiennes. Rated R (violence & sexuality). To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the original theatrical trailer:

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Grades 6 to 12. Saturday, February 29 from 10:00am to 2:00pm. Online registration required. Amanda Tucker will guide participants through the developmental stages of young babies and toddlers, focusing on safety and first aid tips, feeding and caring for children, and diaper changing. A simple test will be administered at the completion of the course and certificates of completion will be distributed. Amanda Tucker is an elementary school teacher with certifications in Early Childhood and General Education and holds a Master’s Degree in Literacy.

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