Community Events Calendar

We’re happy to help spread the word about your community event. Please submit your information at least three weeks prior to your event and include the words “Calendar Submission” in your email subject line. Send your event details to us at happenings@theexaminernews.com, or submit the calendar event form below.

Monday, July 7

Toddler Story Time located at John C. Hart Memorial Library from 10:00 AM to 10:30 AM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. For children ages 1.5-3 (average). Join Ms. Olivia for stories, songs and rhymes. Program runs EVERY Monday, from now through August 11.

Tuesday, July 8

Song & Dance Storytime located at John C. Hart Memorial Library from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. For children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Join Ms. Stacy as she brings a book to life through song and dance! Program runs EVERY Tuesday, from now through August 12.

The Art Lesson: Storytime & Scavenger Hunt located at John C. Hart Memorial Library at 4:30 PM. Cost: FREE. Registration required: https://yorktown.librarycalendar.com/event/storytime-craft-k-3-7516 For children in grades K-5. Join us as we read The Art Lesson by Tomi DePaola. We will then do a gallery walk around the community room to learn about different artists around the world, followed by a scavenger hunt between the children’s room and the porch.

Music & Movement with Lori Cohen located at John C. Hart Memorial Library from 6:00 PM to 6:45 PM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. For children of all ages with caregiver. Come sing and dance with Lori Cohen and other participants! Program runs EVERY Tuesday, from now through August 12.

Summer: The Circulatory System (via Zoom) sponsored by John C. Hart Memorial Library at 7:00 PM. Cost: FREE. Registration required: https://yorktown.librarycalendar.com/event/summer-circulatory-system-pitta-heat-9714 Learn about the importance of proper circulation to the entire body, as well as tips on how to increase circulation naturally with foods/herbs, and why removing toxins is important for proper circulation.

Wednesday, July 9

Investing 101 located at Mahopac Public Library at 6:00 PM. In this interactive session, you’ll learn the basics of different investment options, how to assess risk, and how to create a plan tailored to your goals. Whether you’re looking to invest for retirement, a big purchase, or simply want to make your money work harder for you, this workshop will give you the tools and confidence you need to get started. Registration is required. Register online at www.mahopaclibrary.org or call (845)628-2009 ext.100.

Bouncing Babies located at John C. Hart Memorial Library at 10:30 AM OR 11:30 AM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. Ideal for lap-sitting babies from birth on up. Please join us for rhymes, bounces, songs and a story or two. Stay a while to play and meet new friends after! Program runs EVERY Wednesday, from now through August 13.

Microsoft Word Series located at Mahopac Public Library at 6:30 PM. Proficiency in Microsoft Word is a high-demand skill in the job market. This 3 week series will take you from getting started to creating polished documents! This series is hybrid. Please register to attend in person or virtually. Register online at www.mahopaclibrary.org or call (845)628-2009 ext.100.

Westchester Alliance for Sustainable Solutions – Virtual at 7:30 PM. Fast fashion has accelerated the environmental destruction caused by clothing manufacturing through pressure to buy more clothing, throwing clothing away rather than repairing it, and microplastics released from synthetic fibers. How can we combat it right here in Westchester? Join and learn about local ways to participate in the circular economy, the options for textile recycling, and share your favorite local thrift shops. Register for the meeting at https://wasspeekskill.org/meeting/ Our Zero Waste Task Force meetings are held on the second Wednesday of the month. If you cannot attend, all Task Force meetings are posted to our YouTube channel. https://www.youtube.com/@westchesterallianceforsust8704
If you have questions, reach out to WASS at WASSPeekskill@gmail.com

New York and the Founding of America, Presented by NY Historical (via Zoom) sponsored by John C. Hart Memorial Library at 1:00 PM. This virtual presentation covers an era from the signing of the Declaration of Independence to the opening of the Erie Canal, providing insight and history as to how New York developed from a British colony to the largest and wealthiest American city. Registration required: https://yorktown.librarycalendar.com/event/new-york-and-founding-america-presented-ny-historical-6828

Story & Craft: Block Printing located at John C. Hart Memorial Library at 4:30 PM. Cost: FREE. Registration required: https://yorktown.librarycalendar.com/event/story-craft-block-printing-grades-3-5-8756 For kids entering grades 3-5. We will look at examples of block prints in children’s books and then create our own prints!

Thursday, July 10

Google Sheets Basics located at Mahopac Public Library at 10:00 AM. Get started using Google Sheets in this beginner class. This class will cover how to access Google Sheets, the parts of a Sheets workbook, some formatting options, and how to use the collaboration tools. To participate in the practice activities, please bring your Google (Gmail) username and password. This class is hybrid. You can register to attend in person or virtually. Register online at www.mahopaclibrary.org or call (845)628-2009 ext.100.

Exploring Emotions located at John C. Hart Memorial Library from 10:30 AM to 11:00 AM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. Designed for children ages 2-4 with caregiver. This program, led by licensed clinical social worker Selina Toppin, explores emotions through stories and activities, helping to give children the language to express these emotions and build their self-awareness. Program runs EVERY Thursday, from now through August 21.

Outdoor Concert: Phineas and the Lonely Leaves located at John C. Hart Memorial Library from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. Join us for a summer concert on the library porch! Bring some chairs and dinner or snacks to enjoy while listening. There will also be fun games set up on the lawn for the whole family. In the event of rain, concert will run inside the library.

Friday, July 11

Summer Play Group located at John C. Hart Memorial Library from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. For ages 2-4 with a caregiver. Drop-in to play with toys and meet new friends! Program runs EVERY Friday, from now through August 15.

Watercolor Class for Teens with Amy Galinko located at John C. Hart Memorial Library at 1:00 PM. Cost: FREE. Registration required: https://yorktown.librarycalendar.com/event/watercolor-class-teens-amy-galinko-8057 For teens entering grades 6-12. Join us to learn how to create a simple watercolor portrait from Amy Galinko! All materials will be provided.

Friday Family Matinee: Lilo & Stitch located at John C. Hart Memorial Library at 1:30 PM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. Join us to watch the original cartoon movie Lilo & Stitch! Rated PG. Feel free to bring your own snacks.

Saturday, July 12

The Bubble, Comedy and Music Show: Reading Colors Your World located at John C. Hart Memorial Library from 10:30 AM to 11:30 AM. Cost: FREE. NO Registration required. Children of all ages welcome. Join Mr. Matt from Turtle Dance Music for a colorful “turtle-riffic” musical experience that is designed to engage children through songs, movement activities, children’s stories, and interactive music technology where colors make MUSIC!

Jigsaw Puzzle Competition located at John C. Hart Memorial Library at 1:00 PM. Cost: FREE.Registration required: https://yorktown.librarycalendar.com/event/puzzle-competition-8098 Grab some friends or family and register in teams of 2 to 6 players to assemble a 500-piece puzzle. First team to finish in under two hours will win a prize!