The library offers Browse by Appointment.
Virtual Spring Singalongs with Chloe
Wednesdays:
April 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th
May 5th, 12th, 19th & 26th
Babies, toddlers and preschoolers will sing and dance along with Chloe on Wednesdays this spring.
Virtual Spring Storytimes with Ms. Tee
Tuesdays:
April 6th, 13th, 20th & 27th
May 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
Join Ms. Tee as she shares some of her favorite stories with you on Tuesdays.
Bilingual Read Alouds in Spanish and English
with the Don Bosco Early Childhood Bilingual Program
Mrs. Jeannie Oliva-Rivera, bilingual preschool teacher and Martha Sud, Director of the Don Bosco Early Childhood Program present read alouds in Spanish and English.
June Grab and Go Craft
To register, please email PCRBCHILDRENS@WLSMAIL.ORG
or call 914-939-6710 and press 3
Children will be given a bag with all of the pieces needed to make a Sandcastle craft.
The PCRB Film Club
Wednesday, May 26th, 2021
7:00pm-8:30pm
The Farewell (2019)
A Chinese family discovers their grandmother has only a short while left to live and decide to keep her in the dark, scheduling a wedding to gather before she dies.
Please watch the film on your own before the session. A limited number of copies will be available at the library starting May 10th.
Email PCRBREF@WLSMAIL.ORG for the discussion link.
Watch on Kanopy
English Classes
Both are taught virtually using Zoom.
Art of English
Conversational English classes for intermediate-advanced students
Westchester Community College -- starting in May!
Reading, writing and conversational classes for levels 3 & 4
Adoption: Everything You Need to Know
Tuesday, May 25th, 2021
6:30 pm-7:30 pm
This free Zoom event is open to anyone interested in or involved with the adoption process, including professionals, community members, expectant parents, adoptive parents, and adoptees. Come learn about the domestic adoption process and meet the staff of Forever Families Through Adoption (FFTA).
Please contact FFTA to pre-register and for the meeting information at adopt@
The Sirens of Suspense Present:
Mystery Novel Readings
Mystery writers Lori Robbins, Cathi Stoler and D. M. Barr read excerpts from their latest novels. All three are board members of the NY-TriState chapter of Sisters in Crime, an organization for women novelists.
View HERE
Virtual Local Author Showcase
Lou Del Bianco, author of Out of Rushmore's Shadow HERE
Nathan Eckel, author of The Rose of Antahs HERE
Leslie Kimmelman, author of Eight Knights of Hanukkah HERE
A. Longus, author of The Adventures of Silvana and the Magic Unicorn HERE
Joel Salomon, author of The 9 Money Rules Millionaires Use HERE
Sarah Bracey White, author of Primary Lessons HERE
If you are a local author and would like to be included, please send a video running from 5 minutes to 1 hour to pcrbpl@wlsmail.org.
Teen Hobby and Talent Videos
The library wants to share family-friendly videos by local teens displaying a talent, hobby or skill. Some examples of content options are singing, playing an instrument, reading children’s books, performing science experiments, discussing a historical figure, teaching knitting, demonstrating video game tips, grooming a dog, and changing a tire.
Please submit all videos via email to PCRBPL@WLSMAIL.ORG for review and approval. Please include your name, grade, and high school so credit can be given. All approved videos will be shared on the library YouTube channel: Port Chester-Rye Brook Public Library.
YouTube video requirements can be found HERE
The first video in this collection can be found HERE
Book Bundles
Each bundle contains 5 books on a particular theme. For more information, please call 914-939-6710 and press 3.
Ages 3-6
Tutor.com
Free Online Tutoring Service
Mondays-Fridays: 9:00am-10:00pm
Saturdays-Sundays: 3:00pm-10:00pm
Free, live online chat and email support for learners of all ages is available. Check your homework, have an essay reviewed, prepare for a test or have a résumé or cover letter checked.
Visit Tutor.com HERE.
Launchpad Lending
Borrow a Kid-Friendly Tablet
You can borrow these kid-friendly tablets that include storybooks, videos and games that help children learn to read.
For more information, call 914-939-6710 and press 3 or email PCRBCHILDRENS@WLSMAIL.ORG
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SPRYE Presents:
Gentle Chair Yoga
Joan Gibbons' popular chair yoga class has been filmed and viewers can participate in the exercises at their convenience.
View HERE.
Book Club
May 24th, 2021 at 7:00pm
We will discuss The Winter Soldier by Daniel Mason.
Electronic items: eBook, Audiobook
Physical items are at the library. Call 914-939-6710 and press 5 to ask for a copy. Please specify regular, large print or CD audio.
At the time of the meeting, please join us HERE.
Books on Diversity for Children, Teens and Adults
Enjoy these books for all age groups celebrating diversity.
You can place holds on the adult books here: FICTION NONFICTION
Libros para Niños
Nuestro Departamento de Niños tiene títulos para compartir con usted.
Haga reservas para estos artículos AQUÍ.
Coming Soon & Recent Releases
Our new book lists have moved HERE. They can be found in Recommendations under Adult Services in the menu on the left.
