Due to anticipated inclement weather, all YPL locations will be closed on Sunday, February 22nd and Monday, February 23rd.

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QUEER VISIONS Art Exhibit

All Day 1/24 - 4/24
Riverfront Gallery Exhibit (4th Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, LGBTQIA+, Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group:
Everyone

Queer Visions highlights works of art that portray the multidimensionality of queer and trans lives.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Gallery Exhibit (4th Floor)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, LGBTQIA+, Riverfront Art Gallery
Event Details:

Queer Visions highlights works of art that portray the multidimensionality of queer and trans lives.

More Information

Acknowledgment: NYSCA grant program

Yonkers Public Library'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 "Kids" group

Black History Month Activity Station

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Will Children's Activity Station at Will Library
Program Type:
Black History & Culture
Age Group:
Kids

Check out our Black History Month Activity Station when you visit the library! Drop-in crafts, activities, and a seek'n'find game! Available all month long in the Children's Room!

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Activity Station
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Black History & Culture
Event Details:

Check out our Black History Month Activity Station when you visit the library! Drop-in crafts, activities, and a seek'n'find game! Available all month long in the Children's Room!

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

Black History Month Coloring Station

All Day 2/1 - 2/28
Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Black History & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Visit the main desk on the Children's Floor at Riverfront Library for Black History Month themed coloring! Want your masterpiece put on display? Ask a librarian - we'll add it to our art wall.

Materials available while supplies last.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Black History & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Visit the main desk on the Children's Floor at Riverfront Library for Black History Month themed coloring! Want your masterpiece put on display? Ask a librarian - we'll add it to our art wall.

Materials available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Sunday Story Surprise

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone

Yonkers Public Library is OPEN on SUNDAYS!

Drop in between 12-5pm each Sunday to discover what the Sunday Story Surprise is.

Different theme every week.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Yonkers Public Library is OPEN on SUNDAYS!

Drop in between 12-5pm each Sunday to discover what the Sunday Story Surprise is.

Different theme every week.

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

CANCELLED The History of the Green Book

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Community Room (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Black History & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

This program will be rescheduled at a later date. We will be discussing the history of the Green Book (motorist handbook) and it's impact on the Black community.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Black History & Culture
Event Details:

This program will be rescheduled at a later date. We will be discussing the history of the Green Book (motorist handbook) and it's impact on the Black community.

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

Movies at Your Library: Nuremberg

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Auditorium (1st Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

As the Nuremberg trials are set to begin, a U.S. Army psychiatrist gets locked in a dramatic psychological showdown with accused Nazi war criminal Hermann Göring.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Auditorium (1st Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

As the Nuremberg trials are set to begin, a U.S. Army psychiatrist gets locked in a dramatic psychological showdown with accused Nazi war criminal Hermann Göring.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony Watch Party

Sunday, February 22, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:45pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone

The Winter Olympics are over! Join us to watch the closing ceremonies over light refreshments.  Sign up or log books for Winter Reading too!

Turn in your completed Olympic Bingo Watch Card for a small prize.

Cancelled
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Winter Olympics are over! Join us to watch the closing ceremonies over light refreshments.  Sign up or log books for Winter Reading too!

Turn in your completed Olympic Bingo Watch Card for a small prize.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Creation Station: Happy Hearts Month

All Day
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Everyone

Create something and give it to someone and make someone's heart happy this month.

We've got the supplies and you bring your creativity.

 

 

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Create something and give it to someone and make someone's heart happy this month.

We've got the supplies and you bring your creativity.

 

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Roosevelt HS Class Visits

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Teens

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

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

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Will Children's Storytime Rug at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

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

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

Música with Ms. Marilyn: Bilingual Music & Movement

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Join us for a bilingual session of songs and movement with Ms. Marilyn! We'll have tons of musical fun in Spanish and English. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

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 bilingual session of songs and movement with Ms. Marilyn! We'll have tons of musical fun in Spanish and English. Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

More Information

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

Chalk It Up!

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

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

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!

More Information

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 "Everyone" group

Concerts in Motion: Meditative Mondays

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone

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

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

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone

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

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

Meeting ID: 5270678391

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

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

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!

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
This event is in the "Adults" group

Diamond Painting Coasters

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Black History & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In Celebration of Black History Month, join us to relieve stress and brighten your mood by painting beautiful drink coasters to be used as decorations for your celebrations.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Black History & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

In Celebration of Black History Month, join us to relieve stress and brighten your mood by painting beautiful drink coasters to be used as decorations for your celebrations.

This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Tai Chi for Seniors

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Lower Lobby - Inside at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 55+

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. 

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

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:15pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

Homework Help from a certified teacher for Kindergarten to Grade 6.

No registration required.

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

Cancelled
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 Kindergarten to Grade 6.

No registration required.

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

More Information

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

America Reads

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

More Information

Parents must stay

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kid Tech Gaming

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Kids

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!

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
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!

More Information

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 "Everyone" group

Read to Cooper @ Crestwood Library

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Everyone

Everyone is invited to Read with Cooper! Celebrate the joy of reading aloud.

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Everyone is invited to Read with Cooper! Celebrate the joy of reading aloud.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:45pm
Riverfront Room 201 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

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:

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:

More Information

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

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Will Children's Homework Helper Station at Will Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

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.

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

Concerts in Motion - Youth Series Mondays

Monday, February 23, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone

Come hear and encourage young musicians from all over New York City as they perform in this youth concert series.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come hear and encourage young musicians from all over New York City as they perform in this youth concert series.