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Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Walking Tour

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Offsite at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Health & Wellness, Local History
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn about author Washington Irving and other local historical figures on this one-hour walking tour! Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to the hilly terrain. The tour ...

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Offsite Event
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness, Local History
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn about author Washington Irving and other local historical figures on this one-hour walking tour! Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to the hilly terrain. The tour will be held rain or shine.

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Family Board Games

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

With over 60 games to choose from, you're sure to find something you'll love to play with your family and friends. We've added more games for young children to our collection too, ...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

With over 60 games to choose from, you're sure to find something you'll love to play with your family and friends. We've added more games for young children to our collection too, so even toddlers can join in the fun!

Disclaimer(s)

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.

old film projector on table

Raya and the Last Dragon (AAPI & Animated Children's Films)

Saturday, May 18, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Sensory Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Happy Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! To celebrate, visit us in the Sensory Room for screenings of animated movies with Asian and Pacific Islander protagonist...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Happy Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! To celebrate, visit us in the Sensory Room for screenings of animated movies with Asian and Pacific Islander protagonists.

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Al-Anon

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

weekly meeting

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

weekly meeting

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Composers Born in May-Featuring the Allegro Singers

Sunday, May 19, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Auditorium at Will Library
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Sponsored by Friends of Yonkers Public Library

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Sponsored by Friends of Yonkers Public Library

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Roosevelt HS Class Visits

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Class Visit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Class Visit

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class Visit
Event Details:

Class Visit

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Coloring, Crosswords & Camaraderie @Crestwood

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Looking for some camaraderie? Want to hang out with your friends? We have coloring pencils and coloring sheets, crosswords or bring your own! Relax in our Cozy Crestwood Libr...

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Looking for some camaraderie? Want to hang out with your friends?

We have coloring pencils and coloring sheets, crosswords or bring your own!

Relax in our Cozy Crestwood Library Main Reading Room.

Toddler playing with blocks and toys

Free Play @ Will

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

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

Adults in a group talking

Create Your Family Tree / Crea tu árbol de familia

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Get together to talk about your genealogical research. Learn how to access thousands of genealogical records using the Library's online resources and databases such as HeritageQues...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Available
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Get together to talk about your genealogical research. Learn how to access thousands of genealogical records using the Library's online resources and databases such as HeritageQuest, Family Search and Ancestry!

Six kids around a person reading a story

Little People, Big Feelings: Bilingual Storytime and Chat with Que Paso Latinx

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Come join us for a special bilingual storytime with our friends from Que Paso Latinx! Sandra Moncada (LMSW MHCP) will read books that teach young children about different emotions,...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for a special bilingual storytime with our friends from Que Paso Latinx! Sandra Moncada (LMSW MHCP) will read books that teach young children about different emotions, as well as how to tell which emotion they are feeling.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

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Maker Mondays for Seniors: Diamond Painting Bookmarks

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Maker Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults 55+
Event Details:

Enjoy the relaxing art of Diamond Painting. Please register below.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Enjoy the relaxing art of Diamond Painting. Please register below.

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Concerts in Motion: Meditative Mondays

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This concert will have relaxing music to start off the week! Zoom Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86991640881 Or you can dial in by phone: ...

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!

Ukeleles

Concerts in Motion - Memories on Monday

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone
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 -If calling in by pho...

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

Adults in a group talking

Local History drop-in

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Tech Central at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Genealogy, Local History
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Interested in doing research on Yonkers and Westchester history? Join us for a research drop-in and learn about what the YPL Archives has to offer. We can show you additional resou...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Genealogy, Local History
Event Details:

Interested in doing research on Yonkers and Westchester history? Join us for a research drop-in and learn about what the YPL Archives has to offer. We can show you additional resources for your research, and help you find what you need.

Adults in a group talking

Coffee, Crosswords, & Crafts

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Spend time with friends and meet new ones while sipping on coffee and figuring out the latest crosswords. Other crafts are welcome too such as knitting & crocheting, board g...

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 figuring out the latest crosswords.

Cutting mat, paper cutter, tape and other craft supplies

Mix and Match Mondays: Activities for Teens

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Games & Family Entertainment, Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Relax and Color with your friends. We have Coloring sheets and coloring pencils.  

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Games & Family Entertainment, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Relax and Color with your friends. We have Coloring sheets and coloring pencils.

 

Clip art with open book, pencil, and backpack

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6.  No registration required.  Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5 PM. Only when Yonkers Pub...

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, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5 PM.

Clip art with open book, pencil, and backpack

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 3:30pm - 6:00pm
Riverfront Room 201 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, 3:30-6 pm, Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm Fridays, 3-5 pm. Children's Room, 2nd Floor *...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, 3:30-6 pm, Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm Fridays, 3-5 pm.

Children's Room, 2nd Floor *When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

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Learn to Draw

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Grab some pens and paper! Come and learn how to draw face portraits.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Grab some pens and paper! Come and learn how to draw face portraits.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

bookmark

Maker Mondays for Teens: Diamond Painting Bookmarks

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Maker Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy the relaxing art of Diamond Painting.  Please register below.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Enjoy the relaxing art of Diamond Painting.  Please register below.

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Read with Cooper @ Crestwood

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Read to Cooper the Service Dog starting @ 4PM in-person at the library! Recommended for ages 5-12 but all ages are welcome to read and listen to books. Each child gets 10 m...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Read to Cooper the Service Dog starting @ 4PM in-person at the library!

Recommended for ages 5-12 but all ages are welcome to read and listen to books.

Clip art with open book, pencil, and backpack

Homework Helper @ Will

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
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...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will 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. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 4-6PM; Thursdays 4-5:30PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

Two players play Magic the Gathering, a trading card game, on a black and blue battle mat; the center of the image is occupied mainly by their hands and cards.

Planeswalkers United

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Yonkers Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Come experience the realm of planeswalkers, Eldrazi, Phyrexians and the vast, extended MTG universe. Play matches - casual or exhibition - and trade cards, or take advantage of our...

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Yonkers Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Come experience the realm of planeswalkers, Eldrazi, Phyrexians and the vast, extended MTG universe. Play matches - casual or exhibition - and trade cards, or take advantage of our Welcome Decks to get into the game. All are welcome!

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Sahaja Yoga Meditation

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
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.&nb...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
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.