Holiday Hours

Closed Monday, February 17 for Presidents’ Day.

 

For a complete list of programs for adults, visit the library calendar here: www.scarsdalelibrary.org/events

 

A Musical Celebration of African 

American History with Rhonda Denet

Saturday, February 15, 2:00 PM

Join us for a captivating journey through the timeless rhythms of classic R&B and soul, paying tribute to an era when this predominantly African-American genre transcended boundaries and captured the hearts of mainstream audiences. Registration required.

 

Virtual: Scarsdale Reads – A Black History Celebration

Monday, February 24, 7:00 PM

The Scarsdale Public Library is pleased topresent a diverse panel of readers, including local authors and staff, offering selected prose and poetry to commemorate and celebrate Black History Month. Registration required.

 

Fresh Mozzarella Class

Wednesday, February 5, 7:00 PM

Back by popular demand! Want to know the secrets to great fresh mozzarella? Join us as we demonstrate how to take unrefined curds and turn them into silky, creamy orbs of joy. And then? We eat! Registration required.

 

Brain Health with a Neurosurgeon

Thursday, February 6, 12:00 PM

Come hear from neurosurgeon Marc Otten as he gives an approachable and lively overview of the health of the brain and spine, with a particular focus on the factors known to promote brain health over time. Registration required.

 

Lunar New Year Celebration

Saturday, February 8, 10:00 AM

There will be plenty of food and fun for all at this cultural fair with demonstrations of calligraphy, paper folding, and Chinese bamboo painting, as well as a performance of traditional Chinese dance. Registration required.

 

Hybrid: Financial Planning for 

Retirement

Tuesday, February 11, 1:00 PM

Learn how to plan for a financially secure retirement. Whether you are currently retired, plan to retire in a year, or thinking far ahead, this conversation is for you. Registration required.

 

Tie Dye Coasters

Wednesday, February 19, 3:00 PM

Join us and get creative as we use simple household staples to create bright, colorful coasters that will vanquish the winter blues. Registration required.

 

Art Styles Around the World – Flowers in Art

Thursday, February 13, 10:30 AM

Enjoy a brief overview of flowers in classical and modern art as well as their symbolism followed by an opportunity to draw based on the work of exhibited artists or freely. Registration required.

 

Movie Screening & Discussion – The Blue Angel (1959)

Friday, February 21, 2:00 PM

Join Marcus Renna in the Scott Room for a screening and discussion of the classic 1930s German drama Der Blaue Engel, itself based on Heinrich Mann’s 1905 novel Professor Unrat. Registration required.

 

Coming up in March!

Ride – The Music of the American West

Saturday, March 1, 2:00 PM

 

Musician Marc Berger – on guitar, vocals, and harmonica – conjures up the musical influences that shaped the idea of the American frontier and the constant reinvention of the West. Registration required.

 

Pregnancy & Postpartum Support Group – Thursdays, February 6, 13 & 27, 10:00 AM

Join us for this ongoing, face-to-face support group whose members understand what you are going through!  

 

Sponsored by the Teen Department

 

Bingo – Tuesday, February 4, 6:00 PM

Enjoy multiple rounds of the classic game, with many chances to win prizes! Designed with seniors in mind, participants as young as 10 are welcome to play.    Registration required.

 

Chess – Sundays, February 16 & 23, 6:00 PM

Library Chess Club is for enthusiasts to engage in open chess play at SPL and basic chess knowledge is needed to participate. Registration required.

 

Bling’s the Thing – Saturday, February 15, 1:00 PM

Brighten someone’s day with a pair of handmade earrings! For every pair of earrings you make, make another pair that will be donated to a domestic violence shelter.  Registration required.

 

Makerspace (For SPL Cardholders)

Laser Cutting 101: Heart Shaped Box – Tuesday, February 4, 6:00 PM

Try out the Makerspace’s new Glowforge laser cutter by personalizing and building a heart shaped box. Registration required.

 

Cricut 101: Reading List Bookmarks – Tuesday, February 18, 3:30 PM

Create a personalized bookmark in the style of a catalog card that includes space to track your books as you read them in 2025! Registration required.

 

Our mailing address is: Scarsdale Public Library 54 Olmsted Rd Scarsdale, NY 10583