Mah Jongg Open Play

Come to the library to play Mah Jongg!This is open game-play for players of all levels as long as you understand the basics of game play. We will play with the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) 2026 card and rules. You can play the usual 3 or 4 hand play, or the more adv......More

Come to the library to play Mah Jongg!This is open game-play for players of all levels as long as you understand the basics of game play. We will play with the National Mah Jongg League (NMJL) 2026 card and rules. You can play the usual 3 or 4 hand play, or the more advanced Siamese or Royal Siamese version.There will be no instruction, but some tables may be suitable for beginners.A few Mah Jongg sets will be available for use but if you have your own, please bring them.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Button Bucket Backfill

---------------------------------------------------------------WALK-INS WELCOME.Ever wonder where the free buttons in the Button Bucket come from? Come find out at our monthly Button Bucket Backfill event in the Teen Room.One Friday afternoon each month, you may visit t......More

---------------------------------------------------------------WALK-INS WELCOME.Ever wonder where the free buttons in the Button Bucket come from? Come find out at our monthly Button Bucket Backfill event in the Teen Room.One Friday afternoon each month, you may visit the Teen Room after school to express the creative, dark, funny, or philosophical sides of your personality through wearable art.Design and create one or more buttons for yourself, a friend, a family member, or a complete stranger. Won't you please help me replenish the stock of buttons in the Teen Room's Button Bucket?---------------------------------------------------------------

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Tween Crochet Club

Tween Crochet Club is intended for kids in Grade 5 through 8. All skill levels welcome - from the complete crochet novice to the experienced crochet kid!Yarn and crochet hooks will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own crochet materials if they......More

Tween Crochet Club is intended for kids in Grade 5 through 8. All skill levels welcome - from the complete crochet novice to the experienced crochet kid!Yarn and crochet hooks will be provided, but participants are encouraged to bring their own crochet materials if they would prefer.Maximum capacity is 15. Priority will be given to registered patrons who arrive on time.Registration* is required. (*If you were part of last school year's Crochet Club, you may be eligible to register for this school year's Tween Crochet Club even if you do not meet the grade-level requirement. Please contact us for assistance with registration if this circumstance applies to you.)

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54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale , NY, 10583, US

Open Maker

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use the makerspace room during this time. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. G......More

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use the makerspace room during this time. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. Get information about our machines here: https://www.scarsdalelibrary.org/makerspace

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale , NY, 10583, US

Virtual: Chair Yoga with Ellen Cohen

Join us on Zoom for Chair Yoga with Ellen, a seated, one hour yoga class for all skill levels.The class encourages building strength and stamina, and includes stretching and guided meditation.Please Note:Beginning in June, Chair Yoga will be held online rather than in p......More

Join us on Zoom for Chair Yoga with Ellen, a seated, one hour yoga class for all skill levels.The class encourages building strength and stamina, and includes stretching and guided meditation.Please Note:Beginning in June, Chair Yoga will be held online rather than in person due to expected reductions in parking capacity during our landscaping project.This program requires the use of a personal computer or electronic device.Participants must register for each session and will receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom link upon registration (and again in a reminder email sent out roughly one hour prior to the program's start). If you do not receive your confirmation email containing your link please let us know right away as it is an automated system and staff are not able to send out the link once registration has closed. Registration closes one hour before the program.

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In Stitches - Knitting and Crocheting

Join us at the library for an informal weekly knitting and crocheting meetup group.Bring your own project and spend time with other local crafters. Knit, crochet, chat, share knowledge, and make friends.There will be no instruction during these sessions, though particip......More

Join us at the library for an informal weekly knitting and crocheting meetup group.Bring your own project and spend time with other local crafters. Knit, crochet, chat, share knowledge, and make friends.There will be no instruction during these sessions, though participants are welcome to help each other.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Virtual: Qi Gong with Jian-Yang Rong

Join us to practice the gentle body movement art of Qi Gong for healing the body, mind and emotions.Please Note:Beginning in June, Qi Gong will be held online rather than in person due to expected reductions in parking capacity during our landscaping project.This progra......More

Join us to practice the gentle body movement art of Qi Gong for healing the body, mind and emotions.Please Note:Beginning in June, Qi Gong will be held online rather than in person due to expected reductions in parking capacity during our landscaping project.This program requires the use of a personal computer or electronic device.Participants must register for each session and will receive a confirmation email containing the Zoom link upon registration (and again in a reminder email sent out roughly one hour prior to the program's start). If you do not receive your confirmation email containing your link please let us know right away as it is an automated system and staff are not able to send out the link once registration has closed. Registration closes one hour before the program.

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Manga Book Club

Join us for an afternoon of animated fun! Design a manga collage bookmark, design buttons with your favorite characters, and open themed blind boxes with stickers!Fans of all manga and anime are welcome. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite manga-themed ou......More

Join us for an afternoon of animated fun! Design a manga collage bookmark, design buttons with your favorite characters, and open themed blind boxes with stickers!Fans of all manga and anime are welcome. Participants are encouraged to wear their favorite manga-themed outfit or dress like their favorite character.This month’s featured manga is ONE PIECE!This program is intended for rising 5th grade through rising 9th grade students.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Open Maker

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use the makerspace room during this time. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. G......More

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use the makerspace room during this time. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. Get information about our machines here: https://www.scarsdalelibrary.org/makerspace

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale , NY, 10583, US

Author Talk: And No One Knew with Jennifer Manocherian

Join local author Jennifer Manocherian in conversation with Jimin Han for a discussion of her new mystery novel featuring the smart, endearing, occasionally crabby older protagonist Gertrude Sidenstricker.Gertrude Sidenstricker is a loner whose quiet, carefully controll......More

Join local author Jennifer Manocherian in conversation with Jimin Han for a discussion of her new mystery novel featuring the smart, endearing, occasionally crabby older protagonist Gertrude Sidenstricker.Gertrude Sidenstricker is a loner whose quiet, carefully controlled life is disrupted by the discovery of a long-buried secret from her past. Drawn into an unexpected journey, she is forced to step far outside her comfort zone and confront truths that challenge her sense of identity and belonging. As she navigates unfamiliar places and encounters new people, Gertrude must decide how much of her world she is willing to upend in pursuit of answers—and whether the truth will set her free or change her forever.Copies of And No One Knew will be available for sale courtesy of Bronx River Books and for signing by the author during this event.Light refreshments will be served.About the authorJennifer Manocherian has had almost more careers than a cat has lives. She has worked in public relations, as a family therapist, divorce mediator, theater producer, musical book writer, screenwriter and now novelist. A longtime Scarsdale resident, she is married with five children, fifteen grandchildren, and three great grandchildren. And No One Knew is her second novel.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support GroupJoin us for this ongoing, face-to-face support group whose members understand what you are going through! They understand the highs and lows, the sleep deprivation, the joys, the pressures, the role shifts, the challenges and even the......More

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support GroupJoin us for this ongoing, face-to-face support group whose members understand what you are going through! They understand the highs and lows, the sleep deprivation, the joys, the pressures, the role shifts, the challenges and even the fears associated with this perinatal period. Babes in arms welcome, but no toddlers please, if possible.This group is a judgement free zone. If you are running late, come anyway! If you are still in your Pajamas, come anyway! Baby crying and won’t stop fussing, come anyway! We all understand that getting out of the house during the perinatal period is difficult but come anyway! This is time for you to take care of YOU.During the group we will combine brief education about mood and anxiety disorders that can get in the way of enjoying your family forming journey, along with support group time. There will be resources provided and lots of time to give and receive support from other group members.NO REGISTRATION REQUIREDAbout the group leader:Andrea Glover, LCSW, PMHC, has a private practice in Scarsdale, and specializes in perinatal, reproductive, maternal, and menopausal mental health. She has been practicing for over 30 years and has lived experience with perinatal mood and anxiety disorders. Andrea is also a proud mother of a Scarsdale High School graduate and is thrilled to be giving back to the wonderful Scarsdale community.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Thursdays Together - Accessible Games and Activities

Note: This program is for people 18 and up.Come to the library for some welcoming, focused time meant to give adult day habilitation groups, people living in congregate housing, and all people 18+ who might receive special care at home an opportunity for social interact......More

Note: This program is for people 18 and up.Come to the library for some welcoming, focused time meant to give adult day habilitation groups, people living in congregate housing, and all people 18+ who might receive special care at home an opportunity for social interaction and fun games and activities. This will be a relaxed space set aside for people to visit the library and enjoy themselves. We'll have easy to join games such as UNO, Connect Four, Jenga, and more. There'll be coloring sheets and art supplies for enjoyment and self-expression. People will be free to move around and chat with friends or simply sit peacefully with their own preferred activity.This is meant to be a welcoming and inclusive program. Do you have your own favorite game or idea for a fun activity? We would be thrilled if you reach out to the library to discuss how we can better adapt Thursdays Together to serve caregivers and self-advocates.A librarian will be present to help supervise activities but we do ask that all caregivers or aides accompanying a person or group remain in the room during the program.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Open Maker

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use the makerspace room during this time. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. G......More

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use the makerspace room during this time. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. Get information about our machines here: https://www.scarsdalelibrary.org/makerspace

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale , NY, 10583, US

Closed for Independence Day

Closed for Independence Day

Virtual: Guided Meditations

Take a moment for yourself. Join us via Zoom on the first and the third Monday of each month for a period of gentle seated stretching, guided meditation, and mindful breathwork. Meditation instructor Arta Habili will guide participants through a session of inner calm an......More

Take a moment for yourself. Join us via Zoom on the first and the third Monday of each month for a period of gentle seated stretching, guided meditation, and mindful breathwork. Meditation instructor Arta Habili will guide participants through a session of inner calm and reflection to help reduce stress, cultivate focus, and improve wellbeing. Each session will include a brief introduction to the concept and practice of meditation, stretching in your chair, a dedicated period of meditation and focused breathing, and then an opportunity for self-reflection and questions. No prior experience is necessary and all are welcome.Please Note: This is a virtual program. You will receive the Zoom link to join upon registration and again in a reminder email sent out roughly one hour prior to the program's start. You will need a computer or electronic device to participate.About the instructorArta Habili is a certified yoga and meditation teacher based in Westchester with a passion for mindfulness and holistic well-being. She teaches various yoga styles and meditation classes, incorporating breathwork and visualization to help students deepen their mind–body connection. Inspired by her own spiritual journey, Arta encourages gratitude, self-compassion, and self-forgiveness as pathways to healing, inner balance, and a more meaningful life.

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Ukulele Jam Session

Join us in Meeting Room South for a ukulele jam session with others who love to sing and play music. Please bring your tuned-up uke, extra copies of any music you wish to share, and a fervent desire to have fun with other ukulele players. Hawaiian shirts optional!All le......More

Join us in Meeting Room South for a ukulele jam session with others who love to sing and play music. Please bring your tuned-up uke, extra copies of any music you wish to share, and a fervent desire to have fun with other ukulele players. Hawaiian shirts optional!All levels of skill are welcome, but knowledge of basic chords is necessary. No formal instruction will be provided, but our regular ukulele players love to help out beginners! You are also welcome to bring an accompanying instrument instead, such as harmonicas, bells, tambourines, kazoos, or your own voice.For those interested in getting started and learning more about ukulele music, YouTube has many great lessons and demonstrations. You can find one channel that our players recommend HERE.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Open Maker

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use during Open Maker. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. Get information abou......More

You must reserve a Maker Machine to use during Open Maker. Click to check availability.Open Maker is for Scarsdale residents who have reserved one of our Maker Machines - Sewing machine, Embroidery machine, Cricut machine, Glowforge or Button Maker. Get information about our machines here: https://www.scarsdalelibrary.org/makerspace

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale , NY, 10583, US

Skin Health and Diabetes

The skin is a window into the body. Beyond serving as a protective barrier, it can reveal important clues about underlying health conditions, including diabetes. Many skin findings may act as early warning signs of diabetes, while others develop as complications of unco......More

The skin is a window into the body. Beyond serving as a protective barrier, it can reveal important clues about underlying health conditions, including diabetes. Many skin findings may act as early warning signs of diabetes, while others develop as complications of uncontrolled disease.In this community talk, the New York Medical College Dermatology Interest Group aims to educate the public on how diabetes can present through the skin, highlight common dermatologic manifestations and complications, and discuss practical strategies for prevention. They will also review when individuals might want to ask for medical evaluation following changes in their skin conditions. Whether you are already living with diabetes, at risk, or merely interested in learning how skin changes can reflect your overall health, this presentation can help!There will be time for questions and answers at the end.Please Note: As with all health-related programs at the library, this presentation is intended for informational purposes only and is not meant to diagnose or treat health conditions or to provide specific medical advice. Please consult your own healthcare providers before pursuing any treatment or life-style changes.About the presenterThe Dermatology Interest Group is an official, student-run organization of New York Medical College. Its primary goals are to promote the study of dermatology among current medical student and to provide community service relating to skin health.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Latin Lives: A Fun Latin Course for Kids

Entering Grades 3 - 6 in September*We reserve the right to refuse access to any programs for individuals who do not meet the specified age requirement for the program.*This program will meet daily: Monday, July 7; Tuesday, July 8; Wednesday, July 9; Thursday, July 10; F......More

Entering Grades 3 - 6 in September*We reserve the right to refuse access to any programs for individuals who do not meet the specified age requirement for the program.*This program will meet daily: Monday, July 7; Tuesday, July 8; Wednesday, July 9; Thursday, July 10; Friday July 11. Space is limited. Please be sure your child can attend all sessions when registering.Learn to read and speak Latin! Learn about Roman culture and mythology! Students will play games and learn actively in this class, using the Aequora curriculum developed by The Paideia Institute, which promotes Latin and Greek study.The instructor is Ian DiLorenzo, student at Scarsdale High School.Please bring a notebook or paper and a pencil or pen.Registering for one week of this program automatically enrolls your child in all 5 days.Registration is online only and begins Sunday, June 28 at 8am.Registration is required. Each child must be registered separately.Registrations will not be accepted via email.

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US

Songs of America

In honor of 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, come celebrate the musical heritage of America at the library with a repertoire of patriotic music, songs from the Great American Songbook, and classic Broadway hits! We'll be joined by loc......More

In honor of 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, come celebrate the musical heritage of America at the library with a repertoire of patriotic music, songs from the Great American Songbook, and classic Broadway hits! We'll be joined by local singer Yara Hoppenstein for a concert showcasing memorable and quintessentially American music. Free free to sing along!

54 Olmsted Rd, Scarsdale, NY, 10583, US