Ossining Library Announces Upcoming Events
Ossining, NY - The Ossining Public Library has announced its August 2012 events for kids and grown-ups.
Ongoing in August
“Eclectic Quintet”
August art exhibit – a photography exhibition featuring photoographers from Westchester Photographic Society. With an opening reception on Saturday, August 4th from 2pm to 4pm in the Gallery.
Free. Located in the Library Gallery
Wednesday, August 1st , 6:30pm
Summer Film Series
The Trouble With Boys
A comedy based on the award winning play by Yasmina Reza, starring Jodie Foster, Kate Winslet, Christoph Waltz and John C. Reilly.
Free: In the Budarz Theater
Ongoing Wednesday’s, August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, at 6:30pm -8pm
English Conversation Group
Please call (914) 941-2416, ext. 320 to register.
Free. In the Second Floor Conference Room.
Ongoing Tuesdays and Thursdays, August 2, 7, 9, 14, at 10:30am-1:30pm
ESL Course
Registration for ESL course offered through Westchester Community College. For additional information contact Claudia Carco at (914) 606-6607
Free. Located in the Second Floor Conference Room
Ongoing Friday’s, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, at 10am – 12:30pm
GED Connect
The Westchester Library System is offering specialized classes for anyone interested in earning their GED. Register through the Westchester Library System. This service is free of charge. No appointment necessary. For more information please contact Robin Osborne at the Westchester Library System at (914)231-3237
Free. In the Teen Room
Ongoing Fridays, August 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, at 11am – 1pm
Computer Assistance Center
Free drop-in, hands-on assistance with online applications; resume writing, email accounts and more. Assistance offered on a first-come, first-serve basis. This is not a computer class. Any questions, call Cheryl at 941-2416 extension 315.
Free. In the Second Floor Conference Room
Ongoing Saturday’s, August 4, 11, 18, 25, at 1pm-3pm
Photography Course
This course focuses mostly on everyday photography using your own photography equipment. Anything from a cell phone camera to an old 35mm film camera will work. Classes are conducted by renowned photographer Mark R. Friedman. If you are interested and would like more information please contact the director, Jim Farrell at 914-941-2416 ext. 333.
Free. In the Second Floor Conference Room
Ongoing Monday’s, August 6, 13, 20, 27, at 5pm – 8pm
Computer Classes
Free drop-in, hands-on assistance with online applications; resume writing, email accounts and more. Assistance offered on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Any questions, call Cheryl at 941-2416 ext. 315.
Free. In the Children’s Program Room
Thursday, August 30th at 6:30 p.m.
Family Film – Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971)
The film stars Angela Landsbury and has a runtime of 117 minutes.
Free in the Budarz Theater.
FOR TEENS
Monday’s, August 6, 13, at 7pm – 8:15pm
Beginner/Intermediate Yoga
Pre-registration is required. For more information and to register please contact the Teen Room at 914-941-2416 ext. 336. Yoga is taught by Yoga Instructor Catherine Riedel.
Free. In the Budarz Theater.
Monday, August 20th, 4 – 6pm
Hunger Games Party and Movie
Free in the Budarz Theater
Thursday, August 16th at 6:30 p.m.
Teen Movie Night - The Lorax
Free in the Budarz Theater
Ongoing Tuesday’s August 7th, 14, 21, 28
Arts and Crafts
- August 7 – Glow in the Dark Jars
- August 14 – Make Your Own Sundae
- August 21 – Tie Dye Pillowcases
Space is limited. Registration required please call (914)941-2416
Free. Located in the Teen Room
Ongoing Wednesdays August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29,
Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies
- August 1 – Planet 51
- August 8 – Inkheart
- August 15 – Casper
- August 22 – The Adams Family
Free. Located in the Budarz Theater
Ongoing Fridays from July 20 – August 24, 3:30pm
Wii Video Games and Board Games
Come and enjoy playing classic board games or try out the Wii entertainment system. For more information contact the Teen Room at 914-941-2416 ext. 336.
Free. Located in the Teen Room
FOR KIDS
Wednesday, August 8th at 4:15pm – 6pm
OPLbery Club
Read some of the best books of 2012 (some of them even before they are published!). Discuss the books with the other club members to see which ones meet the OPLbery standards. Vote for the book you think deserves the OPLbery Award! * This program will no longer be open to new participants after September 12, 2012. For children 9-13 only please call to register at 941-2416 ext. 338.
Free. Located in the Children’s Room
Thursday, August 30th at 6:30 p.m.
Family Film – Bedknobs and Broomsticks (1971)
The film stars Angela Landsbury and has a runtime of 117 minutes.
Free in the Budarz Theater


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