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Christmas Eve - EARLY CLOSING at 12:00 pm

Tuesday, December 24, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach

Happy Holidays! The New Rochelle Public Library will close at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, December 24 for Christmas Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach
Description:

Happy Holidays!

The New Rochelle Public Library will close at 12:00 pm on Tuesday, December 24 for Christmas Eve.

LIBRARIES CLOSED - Christmas Day Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed on Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas Day Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach
Description:

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed on Wednesday, December 25 for Christmas Day Holiday.

Live Performance for Children: Nutcracker Tap Dance Special!

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Bilingual Program, Childhood Learning & Development, Language Learning, Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Baby/Toddler, Children
Event Details:

For ages 3 to 11 yrs. Musical duo Musiquita brings a fresh, jazzy twist to Tchaikovsky’s beloved holiday masterpiece. This unique show blends tap dance, violin and piano playing...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Bilingual Program, Childhood Learning & Development, Language Learning, Live Performance, Performing Arts
Event Details:

For ages 3 to 11 yrs.

Additional Information

Children and Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Family Film: "Wonka" (2023)

Family Movie: "Wonka"

Friday, December 27, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Childhood Learning & Development, Film/ Cinema, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

For children and their caregivers; Rated PG Wonka (2023) This fantasy musical prequel follows the rise to the top of Willy Wonka, the famous but eccentric chocolatier from Ro...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Childhood Learning & Development, Film/ Cinema, Performing Arts
Event Details:

For children and their caregivers; Rated PG

Additional Information

Children and Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Children's Live Puppet Show: Snow Buddies Puppet Fun!

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room (1st Floor) at Main Library
Program Type:
Childhood Learning & Development, Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Baby/Toddler, Children
Event Details:

For ages 2 to 5 yrs. A winter wonderland of animal friends abound in this special snow-themed puppet performance.

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Meeting Room (1st Floor)
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Childhood Learning & Development, Live Performance, Performing Arts
Event Details:

For ages 2 to 5 yrs.

A winter wonderland of animal friends abound in this special snow-themed puppet performance.

Additional Information

Children and Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Children's Program: Jungle Jim's Air Raising Journey

Monday, December 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Childhood Learning & Development, Live Performance, Performing Arts, Storytime
Age Group:
Baby/Toddler, Children
Event Details:

For ages 2 to 5 yrs. Questing for treasure, witness never before-seen balloon art along with the stories of Jungle Jim, inspiring kids to explore the books at your library. ...

Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Baby/Toddler, Children
Program Type: Childhood Learning & Development, Live Performance, Performing Arts, Storytime
Event Details:

For ages 2 to 5 yrs.

Additional Information

Children and Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

New Year's Eve - EARLY CLOSING at 1:00 pm

Tuesday, December 31, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach

Happy Holidays! The New Rochelle Public Library will close at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 31 for New Year's Eve.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach
Description:

Happy Holidays!

The New Rochelle Public Library will close at 1:00 pm on Tuesday, December 31 for New Year's Eve.

LIBRARIES CLOSED - New Year's Day Holiday

All Day
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed on Wednesday, January 1 for New Year's Day Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach
Description:

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed on Wednesday, January 1 for New Year's Day Holiday.

World on the Move: Closing Program - Poetry and Storytelling Presentation

Friday, January 3, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

NRCA’s Youth Advisory Board presents a curated evening of poetry and storytelling from local teens (ages 13-18) to celebrate the closing of “World on the Move.” Drawing from their ...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Live Performance, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Event Details:

NRCA’s Youth Advisory Board presents a curated evening of poetry and storytelling from local teens (ages 13-18) to celebrate the closing of “World on the Move.” Drawing from their understanding and personal experiences of migration, these yo

Additional Information

After Hours Event

This is an after hours event at the New Rochelle Public Library.  All attendees must enter/exit via the entrance on Memorial Highway.  Memorial Highway doors will open beginning at 6:30 pm.

Friday Night Concert Series: Jared Pauley Jazz Quintet

Friday, January 17, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The Jared Pauley Quartet returns to the New Rochelle Public Library with a tribute to the late, great Chick Corea—a musical visionary whose compositions spanned jazz, Brazilian/Lat...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Live Performance, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Event Details:

The Jared Pauley Quartet returns to the New Rochelle Public Library with a tribute to the late, great Chick Corea—a musical visionary whose compositions spanned jazz, Brazilian/Latin rhythms, and classical influences.

Additional Information

After Hours Event

This is an after hours event at the New Rochelle Public Library.  All attendees must enter/exit via the entrance on Memorial Highway.  Memorial Highway doors will open beginning at 6:30 pm.

Bokandeye African Dance Workshop

Saturday, January 18, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date ba...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts, Workshop
Encouraged
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date back to the 13th century Old Mali Empire.

LIBRARIES CLOSED - Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday

All Day 1/19 - 1/20
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed in Sunday, Jan. 19 & Mon., Jan. 20 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach
Description:

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed in Sunday, Jan. 19 & Mon., Jan. 20 in honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday.

Bokandeye African Dance Workshop

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date ba...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts, Workshop
Encouraged
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date back to the 13th century Old Mali Empire.

Bokandeye African Dance Workshop

Saturday, February 1, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date ba...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts, Workshop
Encouraged
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date back to the 13th century Old Mali Empire.

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series: Celebrating Black History Month with Tenor Brandon Hornsby-Slevin

Sunday, February 2, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Tenor Brandon Hornsby-Slevin celebrates Black History Month with a recital of songs including classical, spirituals, and Broadway favorites. Join us for this uplifting program by a...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Live Performance, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Event Details:

Tenor Brandon Hornsby-Slevin celebrates Black History Month with a recital of songs including classical, spirituals, and Broadway favorites.

Friday Night Concert Series: The Ray Blue Ensemble

Friday, February 7, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month at New Rochelle Public Library with a mesmerizing evening of jazz performed by The Ray Blue Ensemble filled with authenticity, sincerity, and a lively...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Live Performance, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Event Details:

Celebrate Black History Month at New Rochelle Public Library with a mesmerizing evening of jazz performed by The Ray Blue Ensemble filled with authenticity, sincerity, and a lively swing.

Additional Information

After Hours Event

This is an after hours event at the New Rochelle Public Library.  All attendees must enter/exit via the entrance on Memorial Highway.  Memorial Highway doors will open beginning at 6:30 pm.

Bokandeye African Dance Workshop

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date ba...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts, Workshop
Encouraged
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date back to the 13th century Old Mali Empire.

Groundbreaking Black Comedians (Virtual)

Tuesday, February 11, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Online
Program Type:
Online/ Virtual, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Godfrey Cambridge, Redd Foxx, Dick Gregory, Flip Wilson, Nipsey Russell, Richard Pryor, Bill Cosby, and Eddie Murphy! In honor of Black History Month, this very unique presentation...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Online
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Online/ Virtual, Performing Arts
Event Details:

Godfrey Cambridge, Redd Foxx, Dick Gregory, Flip Wilson, Nipsey Russell, Richard Pryor, Bill Cosby, and Eddie Murphy!

Bokandeye African Dance Workshop

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date ba...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts, Workshop
Encouraged
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date back to the 13th century Old Mali Empire.

LIBRARIES CLOSED - Washington's Birthday/Presidents Day Holiday

All Day 2/16 - 2/17
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed in Sunday, Feb. 16 & Mon., Feb. 17 in honor of Washington's Birthday/Presidents Day Holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Main Library, Huguenot Children's Library, Offsite Outreach
Description:

The New Rochelle Public Library is closed in Sunday, Feb. 16 & Mon., Feb. 17 in honor of Washington's Birthday/Presidents Day Holiday.

Bokandeye African Dance Workshop

Saturday, February 22, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Performing Arts, Workshop
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date ba...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Performing Arts, Workshop
Encouraged
Event Details:

In celebration of Black History Month, join us for a 6 -week African Dance workshop where participants will learn basic traditional West African dance movements, some which date back to the 13th century Old Mali Empire.

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series: Songcatchers Composers of the Future Concert

Sunday, March 9, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Experience the inspiring talents of tomorrow! This extraordinary concert features original compositions by young musicians, each expressing their unique vision of peace. Performed ...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Live Performance, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Event Details:

Experience the inspiring talents of tomorrow! This extraordinary concert features original compositions by young musicians, each expressing their unique vision of peace.

Friday Night Concert Series: The Lenore Raphael Trio

Friday, March 14, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Jazz Pianist Lenore Raphael and Trio! Join us for an evening of captivating jazz, when Steinway artist Lenore Raphael, takes the stage with a s...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Live Performance, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Event Details:

Celebrate Women’s History Month with Jazz Pianist Lenore Raphael and Trio!

Additional Information

After Hours Event

This is an after hours event at the New Rochelle Public Library.  All attendees must enter/exit via the entrance on Memorial Highway.  Memorial Highway doors will open beginning at 6:30 pm.

Sunday Afternoon Concert Series: An Afternoon of Sonatas

Sunday, April 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Ossie Davis Theater at Main Library
Program Type:
Live Performance, Performing Arts
Age Group:
Children, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Experience an extraordinary evening of music with violinist Daniel Rafimayeri and pianist Nabeel Hayek, two outstanding graduate students from the Juilliard School of Music. Togeth...

Register
Encouraged
Library Branch: Main Library
Room: Ossie Davis Theater
Age Group: Children, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Live Performance, Performing Arts
Encouraged
Event Details:

Experience an extraordinary evening of music with violinist Daniel Rafimayeri and pianist Nabeel Hayek, two outstanding graduate students from the Juilliard School of Music.