New Rochelle Library Wraps Up Successful Summer Of Events

NEW ROCHELLE, N.Y. -- Reading for pleasure is alive and well, as demonstrated by the extraordinary participation in the 2014 summer programs at the New Rochelle Public Library’s main building and its Huguenot Children’s Library branch.

For one of the summer programs at the New Rochelle Public Library, Animal Embassy visited with a wide-array of animals.
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by Alesha Hanson

08/22/2014 5:00 a.m.

With the theme of “Fizz, Boom, Read! Science is Magic,” the two libraries offered more than 278 programs in a six-week period, with record-breaking culminating parties during the seventh week, on Tuesday, Aug. 19 and Wednesday, Aug. 20. With attendance numbers topping 7,500, children and teens engaged in workshops in architecture, writing, gardening, crafts, experiments, chess, cooking, dance, yoga, journaling and other activities designed to encourage literary, creative, problem-solving and cultural pursuits during the summer months.

Residents of all ages also enjoyed live shows from the Animal Embassy conservation center and the 31st spectacular International Music and Dance performances. “The wonderful array of summer programs our staff is able to offer is totally dependent upon the dedication and generosity of the library’s three fund raising organizations,” said library Director Thomas Geoffino.

“The significant donations of the Friends of the New Rochelle Public Library and the Partnership for the Huguenot Children’s Library, with additional program support from the New Rochelle Public Library Foundation, ensured a summer of reading, fun and enriching experiences for so many New Rochelle children and adults. We are very grateful.”

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