October Scavenger Hunt

All Day
Kids
Crestwood Library
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Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community Engagement, Games & Family Entertainment
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Our scavenger hunt will be up all month in October.

Come by to participate and bring your library card to check out some books from our displays!

Volunteens

All Day
Teens
Crestwood Library
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Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Teen Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Calling all Teens who want to help out and make a difference in our community.

Come join us on various dates/times that work with our library hours and your schedule to volunteer your time and creativity.

Meditation and Chair Yoga with Nancy Guzman

9:00am–10:00am
Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Reduce your stress through breathing exercises, meditation and chair yoga exercises with Nancy Guzman.

Mercy University - School of Nursing Outreach table

9:30am–5:00pm
Everyone
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 3
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY), Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you looking for information about your health or guidance on managing a chronic condition?

Free Play @ Will

10:00am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-5. No registration.

St. John's Riverside Hospital-Hope Center

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Information table HIV & HCV Prevention

FSW|COMHPS Program

10:00am–1:30pm
Everyone
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 1
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

FSW|COMHPS Program

Father Goose Stories

11:00am–11:45am
Babies and Toddlers
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come hear fairytales, fantasy, legends and folklore from around the world!

Tech Drop In

11:00am–1:00pm
Everyone
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Computer Class

Yonkers Public Library's technology classes help adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow comfortable in today's digital world. From learning the basics of how to use a computer to creating spreadsheets in Excel, there is a class for everyone. No prior knowledge of topics is required. 

Get one on one tech assistance (up to 15 minutes). First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

Music with Zev! Live @ Will

11:15am–12:00pm
Babies and Toddlers
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Join award winning songwriter and performer Zev Haber for fun family music, dancing and using instruments. No registration.

Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground

11:45am–2:00pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Imagination Playground is an innovative play system that transforms any space into a play space that encourages learning, social development, movement, and of course, fun! Children's Room, 2nd Floor

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Children under 8

No person shall leave young children (ages eight and under) unattended anywhere on library premises. Parents or guardians are expected to look after their children while visiting the library with them.

Parents must stay

Parents/Guardians must stay - this is not a drop-off program.

Concerts in Motion: Celebration Fridays

2:00pm–3:00pm
Everyone
Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

This concert will feature upbeat songs to get our listeners dancing and ready to enjoy the weekend!

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/426474125

Horror from the 21st Century

2:30pm–4:30pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Celebrate the spooky season with movies that came out this century. 

The Babadook (NR) Friday, October 3 @ 2:30 pm

It Follows (R) Friday, October 10 @ 2:30 pm

Get Out (R) Friday, October 17 @ 2:30 pm 

Tech Drop In

3:00pm–4:00pm
Everyone
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Your local librarians are here to help with one-on-one assistance with your smart devices and specific questions you may have about them such as downloading eBook apps or an issue with your email.

Frida Kahlo Flower Crown Art

3:15pm–4:15pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Hispanic Heritage Month
Event Details:

Join to make posters of the iconic Frida Kahlo! Color, cut, and paste as you design her flower crown and create your own masterpiece. Materials available while supplies last.

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Acknowledgment: NYSCA grant program

YPL's arts programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

New York Council on the Arts logo - outline of New York State map

Children under 8

No person shall leave young children (ages eight and under) unattended anywhere on library premises. Parents or guardians are expected to look after their children while visiting the library with them.