Everyone plans for the weekend, but some of the best stuff in New Rochelle happens on a random Tuesday afternoon or a quiet Wednesday. This week is packed with free, easy-to-love happenings, and most of them are right downtown at the library. Here's what's on Monday through Thursday so you don't miss a thing.
Find Your Balance with Tai Chi & Qi Gong
Tuesday, September 8 at 10:00 AM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. A gentle "meditation in motion" class to slow down and restore your energy before the week gets loud.
Brown Bag Book Club: LAS MADRES by Esmeralda Santiago
Tuesday, September 8 at 12:00 PM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. A librarian-led discussion where newcomers are always welcome, and you can even borrow the book from the first-floor hold shelf.
Air of Truth: Escape the T.R.A.P.
Tuesday, September 8 at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. A self-guided, escape-room-style experience that challenges you to crack the code on New Rochelle's air quality, on your own schedule.
Paws & Relax with a Therapy Dog
Tuesday, September 8 at 3:45 PM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. Grades 6–12 can drop into the Teen Room and unwind with a registered therapy dog, the best kind of stress relief.
Teens will also find Game & Watch, VR Game Night and Jigsaw Puzzle Night starting at 3:00 PM, all free and no registration required.
Open Sewing
Wednesday, September 9 at 12:30 PM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. Bring a project and use the library's state-of-the-art Necchi machines, a rare treat for sewists in New Rochelle.
Chair Yoga
Wednesday, September 9 at 1:00 PM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. A gentle, invigorating session to chase away midweek fatigue, no floor mat or experience needed.
Healthcare Navigator Assistance
Wednesday, September 9 at 11:00 AM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. Westchester County navigators offer free, one-on-one help enrolling in health coverage, a genuinely useful stop.
Arts & Crafts Day: Scratch Off Art
Wednesday, September 9 at 3:00 PM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. Tweens and teens can make their own scratch-off art to keep or share, while supplies last.
Note: the Main Library and Huguenot Children's Library open at 12:00 PM Wednesday for staff training, so plan your morning trip accordingly.
New York Blood Center: Blood Drive
Thursday, September 10, 10:00 AM–4:00 PM at the 515 North Avenue Rotunda in New Rochelle. Free. An easy, meaningful way to give back close to home, and it only takes an hour.
Open Play Mah Jongg
Thursday, September 10 at 1:00 PM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. Join a growing community of players every Thursday afternoon through the fall, beginners welcome.
Game & Watch
Thursday, September 10 at 3:00 PM at the New Rochelle Public Library. Free. Grades 6–12 can wrap the school day with Switch, PS5 or Xbox in the Teen Room, bring a friend.
That's your weeknight lineup for New Rochelle this week. Want this in your inbox every week, no digging required? Get the free happs weekly digest at https://www.happslocal.com and never miss a weeknight in New Rochelle again.
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