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Moana Crafts

Monday, October 13, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, DIY
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5, Grade 6–8

As part of our special Moana Monday, families can try some movie-inspired crafts between our 3 pm showing of Moana and our 6 pm showing of Moana 2.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Papel Picado

Thursday, October 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Hispanic Heritage Month
Age Group:
Kids

Create a papel picado, a traditional Mexican craft made by cutting elaborate designs into sheets of tissue paper. Make some to take home and leave some to help decorate the Day of the Dead community ofrenda.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Make Marigolds for Day of the Dead: Confecciona flores para el Día de Muertos

Monday, October 20, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Hispanic Heritage Month
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults

Drop by our table to make marigolds to decorate our Day of the Dead community ofrenda. Marigolds are an important part of Day of the Dead, which is celebrated November 1-2 throughout Latin America to honor the passage of loved ones.

This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Beyond the Screen: A 'Wicked' Conversation with Marissa Bode

Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Prepare for a magical evening with actress Marissa Bode, who made her feature film debut as Nessarose in the Academy Award-winning blockbuster, Wicked

This event is in the "Adults" group

A Brief History of Halloween

Wednesday, October 22, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Lifestyle and Leisure
Age Group:
Adults

Explore the evolution of Halloween, from its early roots in European seasonal traditions and religious observances to its reinvention in American culture.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Culture and Craft: Diwali Candle Decorating

Thursday, October 23, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, DIY
Age Group:
Adults

Learn about Diwali while decorating your own candle. We'll provide the supplies to decorate taper candles by "painting" them with melted wax. 

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Older Adults" group

YIVO Presents Sarah Lazarus Memorial Concert

Sunday, October 26, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Older Adults

In honor of Sarah Lazarus, Eleanor Reissa brings us her voice, humor, and love of Yiddish for an afternoon of timeless and fresh musical treasures.

This event is in the "Kids" group
This event is in the "Grade K–2" group
This event is in the "Grade 3–5" group

Clay Calaveras: Calaveras de arcilla

Monday, October 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Hispanic Heritage Month
Age Group:
Kids, Grade K–2, Grade 3–5

Come decorate colorful clay calaveras or "skulls." Also known as sugar skulls, these colorful iconic decorations are often a part of Day of the Dead celebrations.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Adults" group

Third Space Thursday

Thursday, October 30, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Event Type:
Arts and Culture, Social Gathering
Age Group:
Adults

Come to a "spooky, scary" Third Space Thursday full of crafts for All Hallows Eve. Costumes encouraged, spooky stories may be told--bring yours! Supplies and snacks may be limited. Drop-in event.