Ferdinand Hodler: Drawings June 16 – Oct. 1, 2023 at the Morgan Library and Museum. The Swiss painter Ferdinand Hodler (1853–1918) created works that range from vast symbolist compositions to intimate portraits and nearly abstract landscape paintings. This exhibition of approximately 60 works, primarily on paper, will focus on the role of drawing in his […]
Join Haiku expert Scott Mason in this two-session mini-course to learn about and try your hand at writing haiku. Beginners and experienced poets will find plenty to learn and enjoy. The class will include lectures, exercises, reading and appreciation, plus there’ll be an opportunity to write your own haiku. Participants will attend both sessions. Registration […]
This award-winning 15-minute film lets us into the world of Marilyn and Josef Silverstein, both dealing with dementia.Presented by the couple's son, Frank Silverstein. Discussion to follow. Cosponsored with:The Alzheimer's Association and Town of New Castle Department of Recreation and Parks
Join Haiku expert Scott Mason in this two-session mini-course to learn about and try your hand at writing haiku. Beginners and experienced poets will find plenty to learn and enjoy. The class will include lectures, exercises, reading and appreciation, plus there’ll be an opportunity to write your own haiku. Participants will attend both sessions. Registration […]
Producer, songwriter, teacher and troubadour, Karlus Trapp presents his delightful, educational and entertaining presentation, “The Roots of Black Music in America.” It is a 100-year-journey back through time and offers a fresh perspective through song, story and history to learn about the music of America’s black musical giants. Hear Scott Joplin during the birth of […]
Uniquely American, the Hollywood musical celebrates the vitality of life through story, song and dance. With the help of selected movie clips, we'll review the genre's evolution from the 1930's to the present, honoring the great talents who have adapted the art of cinematic choreography to the country's changing moods. Cosponsor: Pound Ridge Library This […]
Henry Taylor: B Side, Oct 4, 2023–Jan 2024 at the Whitney Museum The first exhibition to survey the career of leading contemporary artist Henry Taylor (b. 1958, based in Los Angeles). This retrospective of 150 works celebrates an artist widely appreciated for his unique aesthetic, social vision, and freewheeling experimentation. Please register at: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zJzJpn8vR8uXShjv-sFjxA
Sammy Wags Trio - Hudson Valley based World/Jazz/Groove ensemble with guitar, sax and drums. In the Courtyard with cabaret-style seating. During bad weather concerts will be held in the library theater. Refreshments provided courtesy of Friends of the Chappaqua Library
Join Haiku expert Scott Mason in this two-session mini-course to learn about and try your hand at writing haiku. Beginners and experienced poets will find plenty to learn and enjoy. The class will include lectures, exercises, reading and appreciation, plus there’ll be an opportunity to write your own haiku. Participants will attend both sessions. Registration […]
Join Haiku expert Scott Mason in this two-session mini-course to learn about and try your hand at writing haiku. Beginners and experienced poets will find plenty to learn and enjoy. The class will include lectures, exercises, reading and appreciation, plus there’ll be an opportunity to write your own haiku. Participants will attend both sessions. Registration […]
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