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Anna Quindlen to Appear at Sarah Lawrence College on November 19th for a Conversation About Midlife with SLC President Crystal Collins Judd: Link to Register

By Patricia Pasquale, Sarah Lawrence College

Oct. 16, 2026: Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist, novelist, and memoirist Anna Quindlen will join Sarah Lawrence College President Cristle Collins Judd for a conversation exploring the joys, challenges, and possibilities of midlife and beyond on Thursday, November 19, at 7 p.m.  CLICK HERE to register.

Presented by the Signature Learning Community at Sarah Lawrence College, “A Conversation About Midlife” will take place on the College’s Bronxville campus and will also be streamed online. The event is free and open to the public, but advance registration is required.

The evening will also mark the launch of Sarah Lawrence’s new Center for Midlife and Meaning. The latest expression of the College’s longstanding commitment to lifelong learning, the Center will bring the liberal arts into conversation with the experiences of adults navigating periods of transition and change. With opportunities for learning, reflection, conversation, and creative discovery, the Center is intended for adults encountering the many shifts that can accompany midlife and life’s later chapters, from changing careers and children leaving home to growing caregiving responsibilities, approaching retirement, or finding renewed time for long-held interests.

Throughout her prolific career, Anna Quindlen has explored questions of identity, purpose, family, change, and fulfillment. Drawing on her works including the novels More Than Enough and Still Life with Bread Crumbs, memoirs and reflections Lots of Candles, Plenty of Cake and A Short Guide to a Happy Life, and the non-fiction call to action Write for Your Life, she will bring her characteristic wit, warmth, and insight to questions at the heart of the new Center: How do we understand ourselves as our roles and responsibilities change? What gives life meaning now? What new possibilities might emerge in the chapters still ahead?

A question-and-answer session will follow the conversation, and the evening will conclude with a reception and book signing. Select Quindlen titles will be available for purchase from Periwinkle Books in Bronxville.

In-person seating is limited to 300 and will be available on a first-come, first-served basis. Those registering to attend virtually will receive a Zoom link approximately 24 hours before the event.

To register CLICK HERE. 

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Bronxville Adult School

About the Bronxville Adult School & Contacts

The Bronxville Adult School is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in 1957 and chartered by the New York State Board of Regents. The School "offers all adults of Bronxville and surrounding communities the opportunity for personal growth through life enhancing skills and provides cultural, intellectual and recreational stimulation at a nominal cost."

The Bronxville Adult School
(914) 793-4435
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Bronxville Public Library

Bronxville Public Library

The Bronxville Public Library traces its origins back to 1875, when it was a small lending library housed in a room attached to the “Bronxville Model School.” The Library was officially chartered in 1906 and moved into the Village Hall Building. The needs of the library grew with the town and, in 1942, a new standalone building was erected, which is where the Library is today. Over the years, the Library was renovated and expanded to meet the needs of the community.

The Library has wonderful resources for adults and children and offers a comfortable and relaxing environment. The Library also houses a fine art collection, consisting principally of Bronxville painters and sculptors.

The Library offers special events, art exhibitions, and programs for adults, young adults and children.  All events are open to the public, unless otherwise indicated.

The Bronxville Public Library
914-337-7680
201 Pondfield Road (Midland Avenue & Pondfield Road)
http://bronxvillelibrary.org/

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Iona University

At Iona, you’ll find bright, curious students eager to achieve for themselves, and for others. We foster both innovative, independent thinking and a deep commitment to community.

Iona’s unique locations offer the best of both worlds. Our New Rochelle and Bronxville campuses provide comfortable, intimate learning environments. At Iona, everyone knows everyone and faculty members and students work closely together.

With New York City less than half an hour away, students have unlimited options for career development and internship opportunities. Not to mention, access to some of the best cultural attractions in the world!

No two Iona journeys are alike. But they all have a few things in common. High-quality academics, outside-the-box thinking and dedication to helping others underscore every Iona experience.

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Sarah Lawrence College

Sarah Lawrence is a prestigious, residential, coeducational liberal arts college. Founded in 1926 and consistently ranked among the leading liberal arts colleges in the country,

Sarah Lawrence is known for its pioneering approach to education, rich history of impassioned intellectual and civic engagement, and vibrant, successful alumni. In close proximity to the unparalleled offerings of New York City, our historic campus is home to an inclusive, intellectually curious, and diverse community.

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