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Thursday, May 14:00—5:00 PMIn the Children's Room
Kid’s LEGO Club
1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at 4 – 5 PMCome and join us for our popular LEGO club! Come to the Children’s Room and make a themed creation or get creative and use your imagination. Your creations will go on display in the library for all to see until the next club meeting for your next LEGO build! DUPLO & LEGOs.…Learn More2
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Saturday, May 3All DayGo to the Reference Desk
Free Comic Book Day
Drop in and claim a free comic. These are older comics - collector’s items which were donated in honor of Free Comic Day - so we are giving any Somers teen who comes in one free comic book! Numbers are limited and this is a first come, first serve item.…Learn MoreSaturday, May 310:00 AM—4:00 PMLocated in the Program Room
Mother’s Day Maker's Market
Celebrate Mom with unique gifts handcrafted by local artists and makers. A portion of sales proceeds to benefit The Friends of the Somers Library. Saturday Only:Laura Pontrelli - Gentle Flame - ceramic vases, pots, dishes and wire-wrapped jewelryPam Zicca - Photography - framed photos and note cardsGeri Moran - Vent and Whine - car charms, whimsical hand-drawn cardsHelen Manzo - Untangled Yarn - crochet toys and hand-dyed yarnSunday Only:Marie Dumas - Marie's Essentials - artisan soaps, cold-process soaps and candlesBarbara Robinson - Dermis Essential Skincare - whipped shea butterSally Mennella - Sally Smiles Handmade - fabric and quilted handbags, totes, aprons, pin cushions, handmade fabric greeting cardsCarmen Scerra - Gems Zen - silver, copper and gemstone jewelrySaturday & Sunday:Rose Marie Melda - Designs by Valerie Ann - Fashion Accessories & Home DécorRobin Larido - Robin's Art & Design - Journals, Bookmarks, Macrame and Beaded Keychains and LanyardsJennifer Chu-Carroll - Woolen Wench Fiber Art - handwoven home textiles, scarves, hand-dyed yarn and fibers.…Learn More
Saturday, May 311:00 AM—12:00 PMIn the Children's Room
Read to A Therapy Dog (4 Events)
The Somers Library is happy to host another session of Read to a Therapy Dog!Children will get to read for 15-minute increments. Best for readers ages 5+. We are happy to have Jude from Pet Partners. Presented by Rachel Heese. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
11:00—11:15 AMRead to A Therapy Dog (FULL)
11:15—11:30 AMRead to A Therapy Dog
11:30—11:45 AMRead to A Therapy Dog
11:45 AM—12:00 PMRead to A Therapy Dog
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Sunday, May 410:00 AM—4:00 PMLocated in the Program Room
Mother’s Day Maker's Market
Celebrate Mom with unique gifts handcrafted by local artists and makers. A portion of sales proceeds to benefit The Friends of the Somers Library. Saturday Only:Laura Pontrelli - Gentle Flame - ceramic vases, pots, dishes and wire-wrapped jewelryPam Zicca - Photography - framed photos and note cardsGeri Moran - Vent and Whine - car charms, whimsical hand-drawn cardsHelen Manzo - Untangled Yarn - crochet toys and hand-dyed yarnSunday Only:Marie Dumas - Marie's Essentials - artisan soaps, cold-process soaps and candlesBarbara Robinson - Dermis Essential Skincare - whipped shea butterSally Mennella - Sally Smiles Handmade - fabric and quilted handbags, totes, aprons, pin cushions, handmade fabric greeting cardsCarmen Scerra - Gems Zen - silver, copper and gemstone jewelrySaturday & Sunday:Rose Marie Melda - Designs by Valerie Ann - Fashion Accessories & Home DécorRobin Larido - Robin's Art & Design - Journals, Bookmarks, Macrame and Beaded Keychains and LanyardsJennifer Chu-Carroll - Woolen Wench Fiber Art - handwoven home textiles, scarves, hand-dyed yarn and fibers.…Learn More
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Tuesday, May 610:30—11:00 AMLocated in the Program Room
Tot Time with Miss Rachel
Come for a new series of Tot times, led by our new guest performer, Miss Rachel Izes!Rachel Izes, MA, CCLS, has been working with kids/families across various settings for more than 25 years, but the library is by far her favorite! She loves promoting early literacy and modeling the joy of reading aloud and singing with young children.…Learn More7
Wednesday, May 710:30—11:30 AMLocated in the Program Room
Playdates at the Library
Join us at the library for a playdate! We’ll have toys, arts and crafts (self-guided), books & music for children to enjoy while parents/guardians get a chance to meet and mingle. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.…Learn More8
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Friday, May 93:45—4:45 PMLocated in the Program Room
Beginner’s Pokémon Card Club
Come learn to play the popular Pokémon trading card game, that is currently having a big resurgence!Playing the game can help kids build critical thinking, strategic planning, and math skills—all while having fun with reading and making new friends!Presented by Ryan Francis.…Learn More10
Saturday, May 1011:00 AM—12:00 PMIn the Children's Room
Read to A Therapy Dog (4 Events)
The Somers Library is happy to host another session of Read to a Therapy Dog!Children will get to read for 15-minute increments. Best for readers ages 5+. We are happy to have Sunny Boy from Therapy Dogs International. Presented by Mike Jones. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
11:00—11:15 AMRead to A Therapy Dog (FULL)
11:15—11:30 AMRead to A Therapy Dog (FULL)
11:30—11:45 AMRead to A Therapy Dog (FULL)
11:45 AM—12:00 PMRead to A Therapy Dog (FULL)
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Monday, May 123:45—4:45 PMLocated in the Program Room
Kids Snacks Around the World
Our popular kids snack exploration program is back! In this program, you can sample the cookies, chips, crackers and candy that kids are eating in other countries. At this meeting, we will be sampling snacks from The Netherlands!We cannot take responsibility for any food allergies.…Learn More13
Tuesday, May 134:00—4:30 PMLocated in the Program Room
Sprouting Stories: A Love for Learning-School Age
Join the Sprout Westchester and PJ Library teams for Sprouting Stories: A Love for Learning—a fun and engaging family Storytime! Enjoy interactive storytelling sessions led by a Camp Sprout Westchester staff member and a PJ Library representative, featuring books that highlight kindness, inclusion, and what it means to be an active, caring member of the community.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 135:30—7:00 PMA Zoom Presentation
Taquito Tuesday Cooking Class
Move over Taco Tuesday - it's Taquito Tuesday! We're making crispy taquitos using your favorite ground meat (or vegan ground meat substitute). While they're baking, we'll whip up a homemade pico de gallo and a quick lime crema to go on top. Register HERE to attend virtually.…Learn More14
Wednesday, May 1410:30—11:30 AMLocated in the Program Room
Playdates at the Library
Join us at the library for a playdate! We’ll have toys, arts and crafts (self-guided), books & music for children to enjoy while parents/guardians get a chance to meet and mingle. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 143:45—4:45 PMLocated in the Conference Room
CANCELED - 3rd Grade Book Club
Second Wednesday of the monthStudents meet once a month after school to discuss a book that they’ve read in advance, make a craft or play a game. This Club will be led by Alan Briones. Children must be in the grade they register for. This month we will be reading TBA.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 143:45—4:45 PMLocated in the Program Room
The Demigod Readers – Percy Jackson Book Club
The Battle of the Labyrinth. The Battle of the Labyrinth is our Percy Jackson book for May. Come join in even if you haven't read any of the other Percy Jackson books. We will talk about the book, have a snack and play a book related game. We are reading through the whole series while playing Greek games, learning about the Greek Gods and anything else that is Percy Jackson related! The Demigods have now reached the third book in the series – Percy Jackson & The Titan's Curse.…Learn More15
Thursday, May 154:00—5:00 PMIn the Children's Room
Kid’s LEGO Club
1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at 4 – 5 PMCome and join us for our popular LEGO club! Come to the Children’s Room and make a themed creation or get creative and use your imagination. Your creations will go on display in the library for all to see until the next club meeting for your next LEGO build! DUPLO & LEGOs.…Learn More16
Friday, May 1610:30 AM—1:30 PMLocated in the Program Room
Homeschool Presentations
You must be a current homeschooler with school aged children to attend. This is not a drop off event. Contact: Aubry Backer at RambleonRose914@gmail. com to register.
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Saturday, May 1710:30 AM—1:00 PMPatio
Chalk Art: Chalk the Walk for Mental Health
Rain date Saturday, May 24Chalk Is Your Medium, The Sidewalk is your Canvas**May is Mental Health Awareness Month***GRAB A PIECE OF CHALK and channel your creativity to decorate our front sidewalk with images and messages of positivity, hope and resilience as we recognize mental health as vital to our total well-being and offer support and encouragement to people of all ages living with mental health and related challenges.…Learn More
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Tuesday, May 2010:30—11:00 AMLocated in the Program Room
Tot Time with Miss Rachel
Come for a new series of Tot times, led by our new guest performer, Miss Rachel Izes!Rachel Izes, MA, CCLS, has been working with kids/families across various settings for more than 25 years, but the library is by far her favorite! She loves promoting early literacy and modeling the joy of reading aloud and singing with young children.…Learn MoreTuesday, May 204:00—4:30 PMLocated in the Program Room
Kids Mid Hudson Discovery Museum Portable Planetarium
Mid Hudson Discovery Museum Portable Planetarium21
Wednesday, May 2110:30—11:30 AMLocated in the Program Room
Playdates at the Library
Join us at the library for a playdate! We’ll have toys, arts and crafts (self-guided), books & music for children to enjoy while parents/guardians get a chance to meet and mingle. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.…Learn MoreWednesday, May 213:45—4:45 PMLocated in the Conference Room
4th & 5th Grade Book Club
Third Wednesday of the monthStudents meet once a month after school to discuss a book that they’ve read in advance, make a craft or play a game. This Club will be led by Alan Briones. Children must be in the grade they register for. This month we will be reading The Secret Library by Kekla Magoon.…Learn More22
Thursday, May 224:00—4:30 PMLocated in the Program Room
Meet Jason Klein, Children's Author of Yes Pepper
Come and meet Jason Klein as reads and gives a presentation about his children's book Yes Pepper. Jason Klein is a Westchester-based Dad with two daughters. When his older daughter asked him if baseball was a sport she could play, too, Jason wrote this book to support her and empower all young girls who share similar concerns.…Learn More23
Friday, May 233:45—4:45 PMLocated in the Program Room
Intermediate / Advanced Pokémon Card Club
Come meet and play the popular Pokémon trading card game with other kids, and learn some advanced tips and tricks from our guest Pokémon expert, Ryan Francis! Playing the game can help kids build critical thinking, strategic planning, and math skills—all while having fun with reading and making new friends! Participants are encouraged to bring their own decks, but we will have a limited number on hand as well.…Learn More24
Saturday, May 24All DayGo to the Reference Desk
Library Closes at 1 PM
Somers Library will close at 1 PM today for the holiday weekend.
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Monday, May 26Library Closed
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Tuesday, May 2710:30—11:00 AMLocated in the Program Room
Tot Time with Miss Rachel
Come for a new series of Tot times, led by our new guest performer, Miss Rachel Izes!Rachel Izes, MA, CCLS, has been working with kids/families across various settings for more than 25 years, but the library is by far her favorite! She loves promoting early literacy and modeling the joy of reading aloud and singing with young children.…Learn More28
Wednesday, May 2810:30—11:30 AMLocated in the Program Room
Playdates at the Library
Join us at the library for a playdate! We’ll have toys, arts and crafts (self-guided), books & music for children to enjoy while parents/guardians get a chance to meet and mingle. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.…Learn More29
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Saturday, May 3111:00 AM—12:00 PMIn the Children's Room
Read to A Therapy Dog (4 Events)
The Somers Library is happy to host another session of Read to a Therapy Dog!Children will get to read for 15-minute increments. Best for readers ages 5+. We are happy to have Hank from Paws for a Cause.
Presented by Jen Duran. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult in the building.…Learn MoreSelect an occurrence to register for:
11:00—11:15 AMRead to A Therapy Dog (FULL)
11:15—11:30 AMRead to A Therapy Dog (FULL)
11:30—11:45 AMRead to A Therapy Dog
11:45 AM—12:00 PMRead to A Therapy Dog