Adult

A panel of reenactors and tribal members will informally discuss the issues and challenges surrounding the presentation of Native Americans during reenactment of historical events. As the nation's 250th approaches and celebrations are planned, there is great need to include their role and struggles in our history, yet few of this ancestry choose to become reenactors. Those who do participate are overwhelmed with demand.

Jazz was born in the U.S., but is our gift to the world. This presentation delves into its origins, evolution, styles and milestones. We'll explore its structure, artists, and the components that are common to all eras - including those elements that are shared by other genres of music, a fascinating parallel. And, of course, we'll listen to an earful of magnificence. 

“Half-pint” is coming to the Library! Melissa Gilbert starred as Laura Ingalls Wilder on the hit NBC television show Little House on the Prairie. She has starred in numerous movies and plays, served two terms as president of the Screen Actors Guild.  Join Melissa as she discusses her memoir, Back to the Prairie, chronicling her journey from Hollywood to her move to a ramshackle house in the Catskills during the pandemic.  Copies of the book are avaiable at the Library for checkout.  If you own a copy of her book, Melissa will be happy to sign it!

This class builds on the principles learned in Conversational Italian I. 

You must have attended Conversation Italian I or have knowledge of the Italian language for this class. Pick up your book at the Help Desk.

Join the Pretty Committee to create a one-of-a-kind accessory!

This program is for ADULTS and TEENS 16+.

The Pretty Committee will show you how to take an old frame and turn it into a unique sign for the holiday season.  Please bring in a small frame (4 x 6 or 5 x 7) for this project.

Professor Chris Reali of Ramapo College will provide a chronological introductory examination of rock 'n roll, broadly conceived, within its historical and cultural contexts.  Each class - 10/4, 11/1 and 12/6 - will analyze the sociocultural, political, economic, and technological forces that have shaped the development of rock 'n roll, with particular attention to examples from the United States and a few from "across the pond."  The three classes survey numerous musical styles inc