This event is in the "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Ready, Set, Holidays! Mindfulness with Andrea from Thrive Reiki

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

The holidays are here and you are invited to a grounding gratitude meditation with Andrea from Thrive Reiki.

Join us for some breathing and meditation exercises to ground you and bring you peace.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Roosevelt HS Class Visits

9:00am–10:00am
Teens
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Free Play @ Will

10:00am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
Will Library
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.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Cuentos in the Cove: Bilingual Storytime

11:00am–11:30am
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a session of stories and songs in Spanish and English! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Holiday Workshop / Taller de Festividades

11:00am–1:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us for a special 2 hour workshop where we will design holiday decor to celebrate the season.  Just bring your imagination and we will bring the supplies. Register below.

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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

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Chalk It Up!

12:00pm–1:00pm
Babies and Toddlers
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

The Cove has a chalkboard wall, and we want you to help us decorate it!

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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.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Childcare Chats: Parenting Support with Birth a Mi Manera

12:00pm–1:00pm
Babies and Toddlers
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy & Parenting Classes, En Español
Event Details:

Looking for support on your parenting journey? Join a bilingual doula for guided conversations on early parenting topics - from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond. Babies and toddlers welcome!

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Acknowledgement: Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library

Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library logo

This program is made possible through generous support from the Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library (FYPL).

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Concerts in Motion: Meditative Mondays

12:00pm–1:00pm
Everyone
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

This concert will have relaxing music to start off the week!

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Concerts in Motion - Memories on Monday

1:00pm–2:00pm
Everyone
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Listen to a magical musical interlude to jog your memories of yesteryear.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5270678391

Meeting ID: 5270678391

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Knit & Sip

1:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Spend time with friends and meet new ones while sipping on coffee and doing some needlework. Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon every Monday at your local library!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Mix and Match Mondays: Activities for Teens

3:00pm–4:00pm
Teens
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Make a Gingerbread House DIY Craft Stickers Scenes.

This event is in the "Adults 55+" group
Cancelled

Tai Chi for Seniors

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Please join Master Yao-Wah Chan for beginning Tai Chi. He has over 40 years of experience teaching throughout New York City and Westchester and is trained in multiple Chinese disciplines. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

3:15pm–5:00pm
Kids
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6.

No registration required.

Mondays 3:15-5pm, Tuesdays 4:45-6pm, Wednesdays 3:15-5pm & Thursdays 4:45-6pm.

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. 

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Acknowledgement: Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library

Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library logo

This program is made possible through generous support from the Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library (FYPL).

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kid Tech Gaming

3:45pm–4:45pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Come play games in Tech Central! We have more than just our Switch available to play during this extra hour of gaming fun. Enjoy games on our laptops, VR headsets, PS5, and more!

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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.

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Get Started with Chess!

4:00pm–4:45pm
Kids
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

A brief introduction to the rules and pieces of chess for children ages 7-12. No registration.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Maker Mondays for Teens: Reindeer Chow

4:00pm–5:00pm
Teens
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Available
Event Details:

Learn how to make this delicious holiday treat! Register below.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

4:00pm–5:45pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Get homework help from a qualified tutor - no registration required!

This free program is available to students in grades K–7 and runs during the school year while school is in session.

Schedule:

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Acknowledgement: Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library

Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library logo

This program is made possible through generous support from the Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library (FYPL).

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Will

4:00pm–6:00pm
Kids
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Homework Helper Station
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6. No registration. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 4-6PM; Thursdays 4-5:30PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

The Last Homework Helper will end on June 11.

This event is in the "Everyone" group
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Offsite
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement
Event Details:

If you have ever visited Untermyer Gardens during their Grand Holiday Illumination, you know that it is a magical event.

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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.

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Sahaja Yoga Meditation

6:00pm–7:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress, increase wellness, and bring better focus to help people become more centered and better balanced. 

This event is in the "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Strings Attached Guitar Group

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come get together twice a month to jam with fellow guitarists and share techniques. Brining your own instrument is required.