Adult Programs

Thursdays at 10:00am. January 24 and February 7, 21. Village Center. No registration required. In barely more than two centuries, the United States evolved from a sparsely settled handful of colonies whose very survival was in grave doubt into the most powerful nation the world has ever known. Dr. Mark Stoler, Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Vermont leads these DVD lectures. There will be a discussion period following each lecture led by one of our Reference Librarians.

To receive an email reminder for this series, CLICK HERE.

LECTURES:

January 24:

Achieving Independence and Confederation and the Constitution

February 7:

The Great Debate: Jefferson vs. Hamilton and From the Farewell Address to the Quasi War

February 21:

Jefferson and the “Empire of Liberty” and Second War for Independence

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Thursday, February 21 at 6:30pm. Village Center. No registration required. In this modern version of A Star Is Born, seasoned musician Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper) discovers-and falls in love with-struggling artist Ally (Lady Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer – until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons. Rated R. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. 

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Friday, February 22 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. In this modern version of A Star Is Born, seasoned musician Jackson Maine (Bradley Cooper) discovers-and falls in love with-struggling artist Ally (Lady Gaga). She has just about given up on her dream to make it big as a singer – until Jack coaxes her into the spotlight. But even as Ally’s career takes off, the personal side of their relationship is breaking down, as Jack fights an ongoing battle with his own internal demons. Rated R. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Monday, February 25 at 7:00pm (rescheduled from 11/15). Village Center. No registration required. Everyone seems to be “using” artificial intelligence these days. So are retailers. Big players like Amazon and Target are pouring huge amounts of resources into machine learning, and many companies are using “Artificial intelligence” tools to help them focus on and retain their “gold” customers. This workshop will show that local businesses can also use AI to help them focus on and retain their own gold customers. Terrance Jackson is the director of Genius Farm, an educational non-profit that teaches computer coding and other skills. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, February 28 at 7:00pm. Village Center. No registration required. Imagine Antiques Roadshow in Larchmont! Do you think you have valuable treasures in your attic? Here’s your opportunity to find out their true value. Bring them to the library and get an expert opinion! LIMIT TWO ITEMS PER HOUSEHOLD. Please note: Library policy prohibits firearms and weapons of any kind on library premises for any reason. Please NO NOT bring firearms or any other weaponry to this event. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Friday, March 1 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. Based on an incredible true story of one man’s fight for survival and freedom. In the pre-Civil War United States, Solomon Northup, a free black man from upstate New York, is abducted and sold into slavery. Rated R. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Grades 5 to 8 with adult. Saturday, March 2 from 10:00 to 11:30am OR 12:00 to 1:30pm. Online registration required. What would you do if you were home alone and there was an emergency?  In this workshop, for preteens who spend time alone at home and the adults who love them, you’ll learn how to stay safe from EMT Jon Lloyd.

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Come meet Astrophotographer Scott Nammacher in the Oresman Gallery from 2pm to 4pm on Saturday, March 2. Scott’s exhibit, TREASURES OF THE NIGHT SKIES, is on display in the Gallery throughout March. Also, join Scott on Sunday, March 3 at 3pm, for an Art Talk about his process of Astrophotography.

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Sunday, March 3 at 3:00pm. Village Center. No registration required. Astrophotographer Scott Nammacher presents Astrophotographics, a unique process in which Scott is able to photograph the details of deep outer space. He will discuss his process from concept to printed photograph and will lead a Q & A session and will have his Solar Scope with him so attendees can look at the sun, weather permitting. Scott’s exhibit of astrophotography entitled TREASURES OF THE NIGHT SKIES is on display the Oresman Gallery from March 2 through March 28. There will be a reception for Scott in the Oresman Gallery on Saturday, March 2, from 2:00 to 4:00pm. Everyone is invited.

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Monday, March 4 at 7:00pm. Village Center – No registration required. Our brand new online service, Tutor.com, brings you a wealth of educational and career support opportunities. Your library card opens the door to working with live tutors for those in any grade level in school as well as career information, help and support for adults. Reference Librarian Liam Hegarty will show you how to get started with this amazing new service and answer any questions you may have. Tutor.com is made available through the Larchmont Public Library by Westchester Library Service. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. 

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Wednesday, March 6 at 11:00am. Village Center. No registration required. Join Librarian Frank Connelly for this discussion delving into the world of the World’s greatest sleuth, Sherlock Holmes. We’ll read Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s THE RED-HEADED LEAGUE. 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. March 7, 21, April 4, 18. Village Center. No registration required. In barely more than two centuries, the United States evolved from a sparsely settled handful of colonies whose very survival was in grave doubt into the most powerful nation the world has ever known-militarily, economically, technologically, culturally, politically, and even ideologically. Dr. Mark Stoler is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Vermont. To receive an email reminder for the event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, March 7 at 7:00pm. Michael P. Coords Activity Room. No registration required. All over the world women and girls are discovering they have the power. Ambitious and provocative, visceral and page-turning, award-winning author Naomi Alderman’s THE POWER at once takes us on a journey to an alternate reality and exposes our own world in bold and surprising ways. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Friday, March 8 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. NOMINATED FOR 5 ACADEMY AWARDS. Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of the rock band Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. Queen cements a legacy that continues to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day. Rated PG-13. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the official trailer:

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Friday, March 8 at 2:00pm. Village Center. No registration required. NOMINATED FOR 5 ACADEMY AWARDS. Bohemian Rhapsody is a foot-stomping celebration of the rock band Queen, their music and their extraordinary lead singer Freddie Mercury. Freddie defied stereotypes and shattered convention to become one of the most beloved entertainers on the planet. Queen cements a legacy that continues to inspire outsiders, dreamers and music lovers to this day. Rated PG-13. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the official trailer:

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Panel Discussion. Sunday, March 10 at 1:30pm. Village Center. No registration required. With 37% of Westchester County’s population over age 50, Baby Boomers are certainly a force to be reckoned with!  How can our community best serve our needs?  Larchmont Mayor Lorraine Walsh, Mamaroneck Mayor Tom Murphy, At Home on the Sound President Janet O’Connor and Senior Center Coordinator Maria Gallagher, will discuss what our community offers senior residents, and  June Hesler will discuss that’s available at the Larchmont Public Library for Boomers & Seniors. A Q & A session will follow. Sponsored by Larchmont-Mamaroneck Boomers, on Facebook. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Mondays & Wednesdays, March 11, 13, 18, 20 & 25.  (snow date: March 27). 10:00am to 12:00pm. Online registration required. YOU MUST BE ABLE TO ATTEND ALL SESSIONS. Participants will learn about abstract art and create their own works by focusing on contrast, perspective, composition, tinting, complimentary colors, and spatial relationships. No prior art experience is required. The workshop will culminate with an exhibit in the Library’s Oresman Gallery for the month of April with a reception in the Gallery on Saturday, April 6, from 2pm to 4pm. This workshop is made possible by a grant from Westchester Library System and other funding organizations that include Entergy and HW Wilson.

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Monday, March 11 at 7:00pm. Village Center. No registration required. Do you have unexplained weight gain, fatigue, depression, difficulty concentrating, cold intolerance? If you answer “yes” to any of those questions, you may have a sluggish thyroid. Dr. Izumi will discuss how to manage low thyroid function naturally. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, March 14 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. Join the discussion and enjoy some sweets! For our March meeting, we will read and discuss Ray Bradbury’s internationally acclaimed novel Fahrenheit 451. Bradbury’s novel is a masterwork of twentieth-century literature set in a bleak, dystopian future. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, March 14. Drop-in between 10:30am to 12:30pm. No registration required.  Join Mary Ellen Burns, Program Specialist with the Bee-line System for Senior B.E.A.T. (Be Educated About Transportation), and learn how to safely and successfully use the Bee-Line System to promote greater travel independence. You’ll learn about reduced-fare MetroCards, key bus safety and “how to ride” skills, accessibility features, how to plan your trip, and much more. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Sunday, March 17 at 4:00pm. Refreshments at 3:30pm. Village Center. No registration required. Slateford Creek is a musical duo (Jan & Jeff Ausfahl) whose instruments include guitar, banjo, concertina, Irish tin whistle, Irish bodhran (drum), and other shakers and rattles. Made possible by the Friends of the Larchmont Public Library.

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Thursdays at 10:00am. March 7, 21, April 4, 18. Village Center. No registration required. In barely more than two centuries, the United States evolved from a sparsely settled handful of colonies whose very survival was in grave doubt into the most powerful nation the world has ever known-militarily, economically, technologically, culturally, politically, and even ideologically. Dr. Mark Stoler is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Vermont. To receive an email reminder for the event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, March 21 at 6:30pm. Village Center. No registration required. NOMINATED FOR 10 ACADEMY AWARDS. In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne (Olivia Coleman) occupies the throne and her close friend, Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz), governs the country in her stead. When a new servant, Abigail (Emma Stone), arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah. Rated R. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the official trailer:

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Friday, March 22 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. NOMINATED FOR 10 ACADEMY AWARDS. In early 18th century England, a frail Queen Anne (Olivia Coleman) occupies the throne and her close friend, Lady Sarah (Rachel Weisz), governs the country in her stead. When a new servant, Abigail (Emma Stone), arrives, her charm endears her to Sarah. Rated R. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the official trailer:

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Monday, March 25 at 7:00pm. Village Center. No registration required. Join Reference Librarian Liam Hegarty for this overview of Westchester Library System’s new catalog. Liam will show you the ins and outs of everything from simple and complex item searching to establishing your profile and more. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Tuesday, March 26 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. Join Reference Librarian Liam Hegarty for this overview of Westchester Library System’s new catalog. Liam will show you the ins and outs of everything from simple and complex item searching to establishing your profile and more. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, March 28 at 7:00pm. Village Center. No registration required. Facebook, Twitter, CNN, Fox, newspapers, podcasts, blogs. Are you mesmerized or overwhelmed by the variety and volume? The League of Women Voters of Westchester will lead this discussion on the role of the media in today’s political environment and how technology has influenced political change like never before.  To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Friday, March 29 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. The film chronicles the experiences of a formerly successful banker (Tim Robbins) as a prisoner in the gloomy Shawshank Prison after being found guilty of a crime he did not commit. The film portrays the man’s unique way of dealing with his new, torturous life; along the way he befriends a number of fellow prisoners, most notably a wise long-term inmate named Red (Morgan Freeman). Rated R. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE. Watch the original trailer:

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Saturday, March 30 at 10:00am. Village Center. No registration required. Join Reference Librarian Liam Hegarty for this overview of Westchester Library System’s new catalog. Liam will show you the ins and outs of everything from simple and complex item searching to establishing your profile and more. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Sunday, March 31 at 4:00pm. Refreshments at 3:30pm. No registration required. On an island steeped in superstition, where tales of hauntings and devil craft abound, Michael and Jenny race to discover the truth in Dark Sky Island, the second tantalizing installment of Lara Dearman’s Jennifer Dorey mysteries. Having moved from Guernsey to Brighton to London to Paris to Singapore and back to London over the last fifteen years, she has now settled in Westchester, New York, with her family. Sponsored by the Friends of the Larchmont Public Library.

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Thursdays at 10:00am. March 7, 21, April 4, 18. Village Center. No registration required. In barely more than two centuries, the United States evolved from a sparsely settled handful of colonies whose very survival was in grave doubt into the most powerful nation the world has ever known-militarily, economically, technologically, culturally, politically, and even ideologically. Dr. Mark Stoler is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Vermont. To receive an email reminder for the event, CLICK HERE.

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Saturday, April 6 from 2:00 to 4:00pm. No registration required. A gallery reception will be held for students of Diane Davis’ Abstract Art workshop that took place during March and will feature the works created by those who participated. The reception is free and open to all.

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Thursday, April 11. Drop-in between 10:30am to 12:30pm. No registration required.  Join Mary Ellen Burns, Program Specialist with the Bee-line System for Senior B.E.A.T. (Be Educated About Transportation), and learn how to safely and successfully use the Bee-Line System to promote greater travel independence. You’ll learn about reduced-fare MetroCards, key bus safety and “how to ride” skills, accessibility features, how to plan your trip, and much more. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursdays at 10:00am. March 7, 21, April 4, 18. Village Center. No registration required. In barely more than two centuries, the United States evolved from a sparsely settled handful of colonies whose very survival was in grave doubt into the most powerful nation the world has ever known-militarily, economically, technologically, culturally, politically, and even ideologically. Dr. Mark Stoler is Professor Emeritus of History at the University of Vermont. To receive an email reminder for the event, CLICK HERE.

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Thursday, May 9. Drop-in between 10:30am to 12:30pm. No registration required.  Join Mary Ellen Burns, Program Specialist with the Bee-line System for Senior B.E.A.T. (Be Educated About Transportation), and learn how to safely and successfully use the Bee-Line System to promote greater travel independence. You’ll learn about reduced-fare MetroCards, key bus safety and “how to ride” skills, accessibility features, how to plan your trip, and much more. To receive an email reminder for this event, CLICK HERE.

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