Upcoming Events

Join librarian and historian, Jim Ward, to learn the history of the ill-fated ship from its construction through its maiden voyage and discovery at the bottom of the Atlantic in 1985.

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Most U.S. Presidents and their families have had companion animals live with them at the White House. These pets have served to both unite – and sometimes divide – the nation. Pets have even played a role in international diplomacy.

Since the birth of television, game shows have been a popular form of entertainment enjoyed by the masses.

There’s no ifs, ands, or buts about it—Frank Sinatra was the greatest singer to ever set foot in Hollywood. His voice—so mesmerizing in person and so evocative in recordings—was ideally suited for the big screen as well.

Come celebrate the Nation’s 250th Birthday with a look at the roles quilts have played in our lives since 1776. The process of making quilts takes time. The techniques and knowledge have been shared and improvised through generations.

Theater enthusiast Brian Stoll will discuss all things Broadway beginning with the history and importance of the Broadway Playbill as well as touch upon some of the reasons why audience members choose to collect these memorable theatre keepsakes.

This illustrated lecture will show the important role women played in the founding of our country. Learn about soldiers, writers, printers, scholars, farmers, and spies - all women, and all vital to our nation's history.

Let Howard Rosenberg take you out to the ballgame to learn about unsung heroes who hit historical home runs on and off the baseball diamond.

This is a 250 year tribute to American astronomers. Stars figure large in our early American identity - from the first flags of 1777 to the star charts in Ben Franklin's popular almanacs.

Join Marisa Horowitz-Jaffe for an introduction to the art and history of Ancient Rome.

Join Dianne for some feathered, friendly, fun! So many birds are here on Long Island in the summertime and raising a family. It is one of the many things that makes summer so enjoyable.

Golf first gained popularity in the United States during the Gilded Age, with Westchester County becoming home to one of the nation’s first golf clubs.

 Supporters and opponents of the death penalty would agree that no government power is more in demand of scrutiny than the ability of the state to take a life.