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Grab 'n Go: Kwanzaa

All Day 12/19 - 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 19th and pick up a Kwanzaa-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 19th and pick up a Kwanzaa-themed activity packet while supplies last.

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

Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground

Friday, December 19, 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

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

Cartoon and Coloring: Hanukkah

Friday, December 19, 2025 at 3:15pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Kids

Happy Hanukkah! As the holiday comes to a close, we're celebrating with some fun shows and coloring. Join us to watch Clifford, Elena of Avalor, and Blue learn about the history and traditions of Hanukkah with their friends!

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

Happy Hanukkah! As the holiday comes to a close, we're celebrating with some fun shows and coloring. Join us to watch Clifford, Elena of Avalor, and Blue learn about the history and traditions of Hanukkah with their friends!

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

Science Plus Storytime @ Crestwood

Saturday, December 20, 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

Free Play All Day @ Will!

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Toys, coloring, and fun with our big blue blocks for ages 0-8! No registration.

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

Toys, coloring, and fun with our big blue blocks for ages 0-8! No registration.

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

Legorama Club

Saturday, December 20, 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

The African Storyteller: Subomi Macaulay

Saturday, December 20, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Black History & Culture, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay, uses the powerful art of Storytelling to provide essential tools for the youth.

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

The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay, uses the powerful art of Storytelling to provide essential tools for the youth.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Chess and Learning for Kids

Saturday, December 20, 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Cuentos in the Cove: Bilingual Storytime

Monday, December 22, 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 22, 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

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

Monday, December 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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 22, 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
This event is in the "Teens" group

Sensory Soirée

Monday, December 22, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens

Explore your senses with the new Sensory Cart! Try out our weighted plushes, fidget spinners and more sensory items in a relaxed environment. For kids and teens with sensory needs. No registration.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Explore your senses with the new Sensory Cart! Try out our weighted plushes, fidget spinners and more sensory items in a relaxed environment. For kids and teens with sensory needs. No registration.

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

Storytime with Mr. Ralph

Tuesday, December 23, 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Santa's Helpers Workshop

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Get into the holiday spirit right after school!

Join us for a fun and cozy afternoon to officially kick off the season. We'll have warm hot cocoa and exciting holiday crafts for everyone to enjoy.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Get into the holiday spirit right after school!

Join us for a fun and cozy afternoon to officially kick off the season. We'll have warm hot cocoa and exciting holiday crafts for everyone to enjoy.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Holly Jolly Celebration!

Tuesday, December 23, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Community Room (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for a holiday extravaganza! We'll be showing Christmas classics while enjoying some fun crafts and treats.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for a holiday extravaganza! We'll be showing Christmas classics while enjoying some fun crafts and treats.

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 "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Tuesday, December 23, 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

Grab 'n Go: New Years

All Day 12/26 - 1/3
Crestwood Adult Computer Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Kids

Celebrate the Holidays. Come to Crestwood Library beginning December 26th and pick up a New Years-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 26th and pick up a New Years-themed activity packet while supplies last.

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

Free Play All Day @ Will!

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Toys, coloring, and fun with our big blue blocks for ages 0-8! No registration.

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

Toys, coloring, and fun with our big blue blocks for ages 0-8! No registration.

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

Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground

Friday, December 26, 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

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

Friday Fun Build with LEGO

Friday, December 26, 2025 at 1:30pm - 4:45pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Use the Library's LEGO to create something fun and put it on display! Spend some of your Friday afternoon with us.

No registration is required.

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

Use the Library's LEGO to create something fun and put it on display! Spend some of your Friday afternoon with us.

No registration is required.

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

Science Plus Storytime @ Crestwood

Saturday, December 27, 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.