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Teen Book Discussion: Aristotle and Dante Discover the Secrets of the Universe

7:00pm - 8:00pm
High Tor
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:
You can pick up Aristotle and Dante discover the secrets of the Universe by Benjamin Alire Saenz at the Circulation Counter starting July 8 for the discussion and snacks. ...

Defensive Driving

10:00am - 4:00pm
High Tor
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
The cost of the class is $35 to be paid directly to the instructor on the day of the class. Preference will be given to New City and West Nyack Library cardholders.  ...

Imagination Station

10:30am - 11:15am
Little Tor - Full Room
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Little Tor - Full Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Imagination Station

Preschoolers ages 3-5--it's time to visit the Imagination Station. Each week we'll have a fun activity just for you! We might use our imaginations to play dress up, play some music, see a movie, make a craft, use puppets or listen to some fun stories. The activity will change each week.

Mr. Kurt concert @ Congers Train Station

10:00am - 10:45am
Congers Train Station
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Congers Train Station
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Concert/Music
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for an outdoor concert at the Congers Train Station Park.  Bring a blanket or lawn chair and don't forget the sunscreen and some water too! In the event of rain, only those registered with a New City or a W. Nyack Library card will be...

Tai Chi Chih

10:00am - 11:00am
High Tor
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
Learn gentle stretches and slow movements with Oreann Kempadoo.  ...

Facts Book Group

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Schoolhouse
Open
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Schoolhouse
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:
The Facts nonfiction book club discusses The White Darkness by David Grann.  This event is held both in person at the library and online via Zoom, register for the Zoom information. ...

Pompeii: A City Frozen in Time

2:00pm - 3:30pm
High Tor
Open
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:
In the year 79 CE, a brutal volcano erupted on the coast of Italy which destroyed several neighboring cities. Mt. Vesuvius’ fiery eruption inadvertently created time capsules of these affluent areas, the cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum, allowing fu...

Pokemon Club

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Little Tor - Full Room
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Little Tor - Full Room
Age Group: Children, Kindergarten-5th Grades, Tweens (5th-8th Grades)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Community Group, Science and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:
Calling all Pokemon enthusiasts! Bring your Pokemon cards, games, and devices! Come share your love of Pokemon with others and make some friends. This is an unstructured time for kids to play, trade, and do all things Pokemon. Please note: To ensu...

Patty Cake Club

10:00am - 11:00am
Little Tor - Full Room
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Little Tor - Full Room
Age Group: Children, Infant & Toddler
Program Type: Caregiver and Child
Registration Required
Event Details:
Come spend some time getting to know your neighbors while the little ones play and learn socialization skills! Parents are responsible for supervising their children. ...

Rise and Read

10:00am - 11:00am
Schoolhouse
Open
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Schoolhouse
Registration Required

Family Nature Walk

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Offsite Event Location
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Room: Offsite Event Location
Age Group: Children, Family
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:
Join us for a nature scavenger hunt at Congers Lake! Be sure to apply any insect repellent before you start the hike. Remember to bring water to drink along the way. A waiver must be signed for participants and will be available before we head out. M...

Disclaimer(s)

Walking and/or Hiking

This program may contain walking over difficult terrain or long distances. 

Thursday Afternoon at the Movies!

2:00pm - 4:00pm
High Tor
Open
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Movie
Registration Required

Thursday Afternoon at the Movies

Join us for popcorn, a hot drink, and a great film! 

Event Details:
View this month's film selections on the library's website by clicking here. ...

Teen Paint Party

6:00pm - 8:30pm
Create Space
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Create Space
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Paint this summer night scene or do your own original work of art.  Please wear old clothes since acrylics can stain.  There will be a snack break. ...

Math in Motion

11:30am - 12:15pm
Little Tor - Full Room
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Little Tor - Full Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
This 6 week course for adults and their preschoolers explores early math concepts.  Join retired elementary math interventionist, Leslie Feiner for a series of interactive games.  Attendance at all sessions is strongly suggested as each wee...

Jungle Jim's Balloon Show

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Little Tor - Full Room
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Little Tor - Full Room
Age Group: Children, Kindergarten-5th Grades
Program Type: Performance
Registration Required
Event Details:
Listen to stories as Jungle Jim sculpts balloons into the characters in the stories.  His balloon creations can be HUGE!  At the end of the show, learn how to create a simple twisted balloon character yourself.  Please note: No younger...

Pizza and Trivia for Teens

4:30pm - 5:45pm
High Tor
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Other
Registration Required
Event Details:
Enjoy pizza and soda while testing your knowledge of trivia.  Prize for the winner.  ...

Embroidery for Teens

2:00pm - 3:30pm
High Tor
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:
Welcome all levels from beginners who are just learning a few basic stitches to teens working on projects. Hoops and embroidery floss plus needles are available. ...

Introduction to Canasta

10:00am - 12:00pm
High Tor
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
Take a six week course and learn the ins and outs of the great game of canasta.    Please note that due to popularity and class size, these sessions are limited to New City and West Nyack Library cardholders only.  ...

Lego Builders

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Little Tor - Full Room
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Little Tor - Full Room
Age Group: Children, Kindergarten-5th Grades, Tweens (5th-8th Grades)
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science and Technology
Registration Required
Event Details:
Lego builders!  Bring your imagination and meet our building challenge! We supply the bricks and a new challenge at each session.  ...

Investigating Mysteries

7:00pm - 8:00pm
Schoolhouse
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Schoolhouse
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:
Book discussion both in person and via Zoom for a mystery novel to be determined later. ...

Introduction to 3D Printing

7:00pm - 8:15pm
Create Space
Open
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Create Space
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Workshop
Registration Required
Event Details:
Not sure what 3D printing really is or how it's being used currently? Get up to date information on 3D printing and get acquainted with the library's printer.  ...

Imagination Station

10:30am - 11:15am
Little Tor - Full Room
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: Little Tor - Full Room
Age Group: Children, Preschool
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required

Imagination Station

Preschoolers ages 3-5--it's time to visit the Imagination Station. Each week we'll have a fun activity just for you! We might use our imaginations to play dress up, play some music, see a movie, make a craft, use puppets or listen to some fun stories. The activity will change each week.

Norman Rockwell: An American Phenomenon

2:00pm - 3:30pm
High Tor
Open
Registration
Library Branch: New City Library
Room: High Tor
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Lecture
Registration Required
Event Details:
The prolific American artist and illustrator Norman Rockwell produced more than 4000 works that chronicle not only ordinary moments from everyday life but also important social and political issues. During his lifetime Rockwell was dismissed by many ...