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Letters to Santa

All Day 12/1 - 12/13
Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Visit the children's room to write a letter to Santa! 

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Visit the children's room to write a letter to Santa! 

This event is in the "Kids" group

December Scavenger Hunt

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Our scavenger hunt will be up all month in December.

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

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community Engagement, Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Our scavenger hunt will be up all month in December.

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Winter Wonderland: Holiday Activity Station

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Will Children's Activity Station at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids

Check out our activity center when you visit the library! Drop-in crafts, activities, and a seek'n'find game with a winter holiday theme!

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Activity Station
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Check out our activity center when you visit the library! Drop-in crafts, activities, and a seek'n'find game with a winter holiday theme!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Grab 'n Go: Christmas

All Day 12/5 - 12/31
Crestwood Adult Computer Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate the Holidays. Come to Crestwood Library beginning December 5th and pick up a Christmas-themed activity packet while supplies last.

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Adult Computer Area
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Celebrate the Holidays. Come to Crestwood Library beginning December 5th and pick up a Christmas-themed activity packet while supplies last.

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

Rosa Parks Day

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:45am - 12:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Black History & Culture
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Come learn how Rosa Parks stood up for freedom and justice.

Color pictures of famous Black Americans!

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Black History & Culture
Event Details:

Come learn how Rosa Parks stood up for freedom and justice.

Color pictures of famous Black Americans!

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

Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 11:45am - 2:00pm
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

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

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.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Monthly Minecraft Club

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for crafting fun during our Monthly Minecraft Club, happening the first Friday of every month! We'll have iPads available to play Minecraft, Minecraft-themed blocks to build with, and Minecraft coloring pages to enjoy.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Join us for crafting fun during our Monthly Minecraft Club, happening the first Friday of every month! We'll have iPads available to play Minecraft, Minecraft-themed blocks to build with, and Minecraft coloring pages to enjoy.

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

Mercy University Health Education Outreach

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:00am - 4:30pm
Will Upper Lobby at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

At Mercy University School of Nursing's Health Equity Influencer Program in the Community (HEIP-C), we believe that health equity starts where people live, work, learn, and gather.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Upper Lobby
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

At Mercy University School of Nursing's Health Equity Influencer Program in the Community (HEIP-C), we believe that health equity starts where people live, work, learn, and gather.

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

Science Plus Storytime @ Crestwood

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Science plus stories and songs, plus art, plus technology, plus engineering, plus weekly projects! Science plus FUN!

Families enjoy a traditional storytime, then work together on a project. Different themes every week.

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Science plus stories and songs, plus art, plus technology, plus engineering, plus weekly projects! Science plus FUN!

Families enjoy a traditional storytime, then work together on a project. Different themes every week.

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
This event is in the "Kids" group

Legorama Club

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Riverfront Room 201 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Build something special with legos and put it on display! This program is for children up to age 12.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Build something special with legos and put it on display! This program is for children up to age 12.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Lego Club! @Will

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Children's Storytime Rug at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Kids

Build something with the Library's legos and put it on display! No registration.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Build something with the Library's legos and put it on display! No registration.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Chess and Learning for Kids

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

The Chess & Learning Program teaches critical thinking, focus, and decision-making through the game of chess. Each session blends gameplay with activities that connect strategy to real-life problem-solving.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

The Chess & Learning Program teaches critical thinking, focus, and decision-making through the game of chess. Each session blends gameplay with activities that connect strategy to real-life problem-solving.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Cardboard Gingerbread House Craft

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids

We're starting December with a gingerbread-themed craft! Visit to decorate your own cardboard gingerbread house to bring home. Join in the fun and get creative with us!

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

We're starting December with a gingerbread-themed craft! Visit to decorate your own cardboard gingerbread house to bring home. Join in the fun and get creative with us!

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.

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

Cuentos in the Cove: Bilingual Storytime

Monday, December 8, 2025 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 session of stories and songs 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 session of stories and songs 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 "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

Monday, December 8, 2025 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 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. 

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. 

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

Kid Tech Gaming

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
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
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 "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Monday, December 8, 2025 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, December 8, 2025 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Annual Christmas Ornament Workshop

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Community Room (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Our annual Christmas ornament workshop is back! Children are invited to make two ornaments - one for our library Christmas tree and one for their Christmas tree at home. Ornaments will be on a first come, first served basis.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Our annual Christmas ornament workshop is back! Children are invited to make two ornaments - one for our library Christmas tree and one for their Christmas tree at home. Ornaments will be on a first come, first served basis.

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

Storytime with Mr. Ralph

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Come hear stories old and new! Let your imagination carry you away to distant times and places!

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

Come hear stories old and new! Let your imagination carry you away to distant times and places!

More Information

Parents must stay

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 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 "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 4:45pm - 6:00pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

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. 

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. 

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

Winter Wonderland Storytelling

Tuesday, December 9, 2025 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Experience the warmth of this holiday season with stories.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Experience the warmth of this holiday season with stories.