January 2025

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Wednesday, January 1Library Closed

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Friday, January 310:30 AM—12:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More
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Monday, January 610:30 AM—12:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More

Monday, January 61:00—2:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

CANCELED - Senior Monday! Hot Chocolate on a Stick

Hot Chocolate on a StickIt’s winter and what is the best drink in winter? Hot chocolate!! We will be making hot chocolate on a stick which once you pour hot milk over them makes amazing hot chocolate. There will be lots of toppings to make the most delicious drink and gift bags in case you want to make it a present.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 8All DayGo to the Reference Desk

Spice and Herb of the Month Kit

Spices and HerbsThis month is. .. Thyme!Pick up starts January 8th at the Reference DeskEvery month the Somers Library will showcase a different spice or herb for patrons to try. Each kit contains three recipes and enough spice or herb to try all three recipes. No registration required, see the reference desk.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 91:30—3:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & Play

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & PlayAll levels are welcome to join. MahJongg is a fun, exciting, and challenging tile-based game with a variety of versions. This event will focus on Chinese MahJongg. New to the Chinese MahJongg? Learn the basics of set up, play, and scoring. Are you a seasoned intermediate or advanced player? Get tips and tricks to take your game to the next level.…Learn More
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Friday, January 1010:30 AM—12:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More
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Monday, January 1310:30 AM—12:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More

Monday, January 131:00—2:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Senior Monday! Bingo!

Senior Monday! Bingo!Come and join us for a few games of bingo, meet new friends and win some prizes!Our programs are supported by the Friends of the Somers Library through our patrons' generous contributions. The Somers Library ~ (914) 232-5717 ~ www. somerslibrary. orgPrograms subject to change.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 151:00—3:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Canasta for Beginners

CanastaWednesdays, January 15 – February 12It’s in the cards! Canasta, a card game that is a form of rummy and bridge, attracts all age groups, creating a friendly and social atmosphere. Canasta offers hours of entertainment, while enhancing strategy skills.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 161:30—3:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & Play

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & PlayAll levels are welcome to join. MahJongg is a fun, exciting, and challenging tile-based game with a variety of versions. This event will focus on Chinese MahJongg. New to the Chinese MahJongg? Learn the basics of set up, play, and scoring. Are you a seasoned intermediate or advanced player? Get tips and tricks to take your game to the next level.…Learn More
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Friday, January 1710:30 AM—12:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More

Friday, January 172:30—4:00 PMLocated in the Program Room
A Zoom Presentation

Somers Library Book Group “Huck Finn” and “James”

Huckleberry Finn and JamesAvailable to attend either in person or virtual via Zoom. A departure from our one book per meeting practice, we discuss two: Mark Twain’s classic “Huck Finn,” the nineteenth-century boy from a Mississippi River town who recounts his adventures down the river with a runaway slave, and Percival Everett’s “James,” an action-packed reimagining of Huck’s adventures from the enslaved James’ point of view.…Learn More
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Monday, January 20Library Closed

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Tuesday, January 216:00—7:00 PMLocated in the Program Room
A Zoom Presentation

Visiting College Campuses and What to Expect

Visiting College Campuses and What to ExpectHybrid, Available to attend In-Person or Virtually via ZoomAs Winter and Spring break approach, high school students and their parents start to think about visiting colleges on their list. Join Deborah Hardy of GuidED Consulting, LLC as she discusses the ins and outs of those visits and what to expect.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 221:00—3:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Canasta for Beginners

CanastaWednesdays, January 15 – February 12It’s in the cards! Canasta, a card game that is a form of rummy and bridge, attracts all age groups, creating a friendly and social atmosphere. Canasta offers hours of entertainment, while enhancing strategy skills.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 231:30—3:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & Play

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & PlayAll levels are welcome to join. MahJongg is a fun, exciting, and challenging tile-based game with a variety of versions. This event will focus on Chinese MahJongg. New to the Chinese MahJongg? Learn the basics of set up, play, and scoring. Are you a seasoned intermediate or advanced player? Get tips and tricks to take your game to the next level.…Learn More

Thursday, January 232:00—3:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Getting to Know E-Mail

Know nothing about E-mail? Then this is for you! Staff member Juan Carlos welcomes you to this presentation to get answers for your questions like,How do I tell which emails are scams?Why do I get so many emails?How do I stop this?Why do they still keep sending me messages?Where are the attachments?This is your chance to better understand and hopefully clear some frustrations about the chaotic world of emails.…Learn More
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Friday, January 2410:30 AM—12:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More
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Sunday, January 263:00—5:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Otaku Club

Otaku ClubLast Sundays of the Month, 3 – 5 PM If you are interested in anime, manga, comics, video games, and all things “otaku,” come hang out with like-minded people! We host watch parties and movie nights and talk about the newest series! Meetings are held at Somers Library between 3 - 5 PM the last Sunday of every month! We also occasionally plan outings for food, book store runs or to movie screenings when available! Snacks are provided! Members should be 18 or older.…Learn More
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Monday, January 2710:30 AM—12:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More

Monday, January 2712:30—2:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Senior Monday! Trivia

Senior Monday! TriviaStretch your brain, have some fun and make new friends. We welcome individuals and teams up to four people to participate in a traditional trivia game. If you come by yourself we will add you to a team, so don’t be shy. Our programs are supported by the Friends of the Somers Library through our patrons' generous contributions.…Learn More

Monday, January 276:30—7:45 PMLocated in the Program Room
A Zoom Presentation

Somers Library Classic Book Group “Watership Down”

Watership Down by Richard AdamsAvailable to attend either in person or virtual via Zoom. Set in England’s Downs, a once idyllic rural landscape, this stirring tale of adventure, courage and survival follows a band of very special creatures on their flight from the intrusion of man and the certain destruction of their home.…Learn More
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Wednesday, January 291:00—3:00 PMLocated in the Program Room

Canasta for Beginners

CanastaWednesdays, January 15 – February 12It’s in the cards! Canasta, a card game that is a form of rummy and bridge, attracts all age groups, creating a friendly and social atmosphere. Canasta offers hours of entertainment, while enhancing strategy skills.…Learn More
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Thursday, January 301:30—3:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & Play

Chinese MahJongg: Learn & PlayAll levels are welcome to join. MahJongg is a fun, exciting, and challenging tile-based game with a variety of versions. This event will focus on Chinese MahJongg. New to the Chinese MahJongg? Learn the basics of set up, play, and scoring. Are you a seasoned intermediate or advanced player? Get tips and tricks to take your game to the next level.…Learn More

Thursday, January 306:00—7:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Getting to Know Libby

Getting to Know LibbyLibby is your library on the go! Available on smartphones, tablets, and computers! Whether you are new to Libby or just in need of a refresher, this program is for you. We are here to help you understand Libby and enjoy your borrows wherever you go. Loaded with eBooks and audiobooks, your digital library is waiting for you!Our programs are supported by the Friends of the Somers Library through our patrons' generous contributions.…Learn More
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Friday, January 3110:30 AM—12:30 PMLocated in the Program Room

Drop-In MahJongg Club

Drop-In MahJongg ClubDrop in to play MahJongg with your neighbors. This is for anyone who loves the game, wants to meet new people, and have some fun. We have some Mahjongg sets, but players should try to bring their own. All are welcome, but enough knowledge to play unassisted is best.…Learn More