Upcoming Events

The NRPL Board of Trustees will hold a budget hearing on the proposed 2024-2025 library budget.  Members of the public are invited to attend the meeting. A recording of the meeting will also be posted here on the library’s website. ...

The NRPL Board of Trustees Meeting will be held in the Ossie Davis Theater.  Members of the public are invited to attend the meeting in person. A recording of the meeting will also be posted here on the library’s website. ...

For ages 24 mos. through 4 yrs. January 26-May 24 (no class 2/23, 3/29, and 4/26) Taught by Budding Buddha instructors, children learn calmness and mindfulness while having fun practicing yoga. Choose one class only, please. FREE!   ...

In the 2nd Floor Help & Learning Center A library staff member is in the 2nd Floor HELP & Learning Center, ready to help you with completing on-line applications, finding social services, setting up a basic email account, connecting to com...

For ages 24 mos. through 4 yrs. January 26-May 24 (no class 2/23, 3/29, and 4/26) Taught by Budding Buddha instructors, children learn calmness and mindfulness while having fun practicing yoga. Choose one class only, please. FREE!   ...

For ages 18 mos. through 3 yrs. January 26 - May 24, 2024 (No classes 2/23 & 3/29) Toddlers with their parents and caregivers will build literacy, motor and social skills through stories, songs and movement. FREE!   ...

Join professional knitter Stephanie Lieberman Paley for a drop in knitting class. Bring a project you are working on or start something new if you wish. Stephanie will be here to guide you through your project. All levels welcome. You must bring you...

In the 2nd Floor Help & Learning Center A library staff member is in the 2nd Floor HELP & Learning Center, ready to help you with completing on-line applications, finding social services, setting up a basic email account, connecting to com...

For tweens and teens in grades 6 - 12!  Stop by the Teen Room and play with Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 5 or Xbox Series X!  Bring a friend! ...

For tweens and teens in grades 6 - 12. Stop by the Teen Room and play with our Quest 2 VR headsets!  Bring a friend! ...

  Join us for a live concert with The Kenn Morr Band, an original alternative folk rock group. Drawing inspiration from melody-driven icons like Gordon Lightfoot, Simon and Garfunkel, Graham Nash, and Jackson Browne, this dynamic group captiv...

For tweens and teens in grades 6 - 12. Be ready to save a life! Learn hands-only CPR from the American Red Cross along with how to recognize and care for a variety of first-aid, breathing, cardiac, and life-threatening emergencies involving adults an...

Understand basics and functions of social media platforms such as Meta, Instagram ad LinkedIn. FREE! Registration is required.  Register online, or call (914) 813-3737, or register in person at the 2nd floor reference desk. *Classes b...

This beginner sewing program will teach adults how to thread, operate, and troubleshoot a sewing machine while making several small projects including a personal pin cushion; a simple tote bag and more. All materials and supplies are provided. N...

See what bargain treasures you can find in the Friends Book Store! You can always browse and purchase gently-used hardcover and paperback books of every genre - including best sellers, children's books, gift-quality books, and more the at the Frie...

For children of all ages January 20 - April 20  (no class 2/24, 3/30) Have fun building with LEGOS and DUPLOS with Miss Joy! FREE! ...

The Teen Advisory Board (TAB) are dedicated teens who help create programs and services that will appeal to teens in grades 6 - 12. The TAB works with the Teen services librarian to implement, assist in, and promote the program and service ideas g...

For children ages 4 to 11 yrs.  "May the 4th Be with You!" Learn the ways of the far-flung warrior Rebels with Pannikin Moonjumper, a true Master of Intergalactic fun and adventure. During this engaging program, your little Space Warriors, Pr...

This beginner sewing program will teach children ages 9-11 how to thread, operate, and troubleshoot a sewing machine while making several small projects including a personal pin cushion; a simple tote bag and journaling bookmark...

For children of all ages A multicultural music concert with a favorite summer performer, Armelle Gloaguen. Come rock out with us! FREE! ...

Join us in a celebration for Cinco de Mayo. This hour-long program for families brings together dazzling music by U.S. and Mexican composers -- including Aaron Copland, Leonard Bernstein, Arturo Marquez, Juan Pablo Contreras, Carlos Chavez, and more....

Music maestro Robert Puleo returns to lead the “Sing Your Heart Out!” Workshop in Spring 2024.  Robert will continue to help participants attain the confidence required to sing, along with teaching aspiring singers how to select music appropriat...

In the 2nd Floor Help & Learning Center A library staff member is in the 2nd Floor HELP & Learning Center, ready to help you with completing on-line applications, finding social services, setting up a basic email account, connecting to com...