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General Audience: Experience The Nutcracker at Home! Watch a Recording of the Famous Ballet - Get in the spirit of the season with a recorded virtual performance of Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker performed by the United Kingdom’s internationally renowned Royal Ballet. The ballet, a holiday staple for all ages, can be viewed Saturday, December 16, and Sunday,… Read More

Book Challenges on the Rise: Support Your Freedom to Read October 2, 7 p.m. via Zoom General Audience: “Freedom to Read” is a fundamental American right: your right to choose the ideas, information, and cultural experiences that are right for you and your family. That right is guaranteed by the First Amendment of the United… Read More

Braiding Sweetgrass: A Conversation with Robin Wall Kimmerer Wednesday, June 21 Join us for a special evening with Robin Wall Kimmerer, the award-winning author of "Braiding Sweetgrass: Indigenous Wisdom, Scientific Knowledge, and the Teachings of Plants." In this insightful and inspiring talk, Robin will share her unique perspective on the interconnectedness of humans and nature… Read More

Navigate Your Stars: A Conversation with Jesmyn Ward Tuesday, June 6 Join us for an evening with two-time National Book Award winner Jesmyn Ward. Hailed as “the new Toni Morrison” by the American Booksellers Association, Jesmyn will discuss her life, her literary vision and her unique perspectives on love and loss. Tracie D. Hall, Executive… Read More

On Being Fabulous with Jonathan Van Ness & Kristi Yamaguchi Wednesday, May 17 “Queer Eye” and “Getting Curious” star and ice skating superfan, Jonathan Van Ness talks with his idol, Olympic Gold Medalist Kristi Yamaguchi. They’ll chat figure skating, fabulous style, and whatever else comes up! With Jonathan, you never quite know what he’ll say… Read More

Drawing Comics with Jarrett J. Krosoczka Saturday, May 6 Celebrate Free Comic Book Day with New York Times bestselling author and illustrator, Jarrett J. Krosoczka! Perfect for the entire family, this live, virtual drawing workshop is sure to inspire the inner artist in everyone. Jarrett creates books with humor, heart, and deep respect for his… Read More

Secrets of a Puzzle Master: A Conversation with Will Shortz Tuesday, April 25 Will Shortz, the editor of The New York Times crossword puzzle, and the world’s only academically accredited puzzle master, discusses crossword puzzles. The author/editor of more than 500 puzzle books, Shortz is also the puzzle master for NPR’s Weekend Edition Sunday and… Read More

Danny Trejo Talks Tacos, Hollywood, and Redemption Tuesday, April 4 Actor, author, and restaurateur Danny Trejo will discuss how he developed a prolific career in the entertainment industry with a hard-earned and atypical road to success. From years of imprisonment to helping troubled youth battle drug addictions, from acting to producing, and now on to… Read More

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Adults: Curious about NFTs? Come learn some basics about this new financial trend. Mike Gershbein of Very Smart People will explain how NFTs work and why they are valuable. You can attend this program in-person (drop-in program) or via Zoom Zoom Information: Meeting ID: 879 8223 4746 Passcode: 901831… Read More