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Senior Center -City of Yonkers Parks Dept

Tuesday, December 30, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Senior center

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Senior center

Welcome in many langauges

English Conversation Group

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
En Español, Learn a Language
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83634751958

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: En Español, Learn a Language
Event Details:

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83634751958

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Senior Center -City of Yonkers Parks Dept

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 12:30pm - 4:30pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Senior center

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Senior center

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Movement & Meditation with Sarah

Wednesday, December 31, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Have you always wanted to try meditation? Have you tried and found it challenging?

In this guided meditation class we will be exploring gentle movement and breathwork as an entry point to relaxation and inner peace.

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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to try meditation? Have you tried and found it challenging?

In this guided meditation class we will be exploring gentle movement and breathwork as an entry point to relaxation and inner peace.

qi gong pose

Qi Gong for Beginners

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

Similar to Tai Chi, Qi Gong consists of gentle stretching exercises that incorporate the mind and the body.  It has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress. Led by Jian-Yang Rong.

Open
Registration Available
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Similar to Tai Chi, Qi Gong consists of gentle stretching exercises that incorporate the mind and the body.  It has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress. Led by Jian-Yang Rong.

Adults in a group talking

Create Your Family Tree / Crea tu árbol de familia

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

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!

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Registration Available
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!

Classic Movie Mondays, A Matter of Life and Death, Riverfront Library

Classic Movie Monday – A Matter of Life and Death (1946)

Monday, January 5, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Maker Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Classic Movie Mondays:

Enjoy matinees featuring classic Hollywood films — and iconic Hollywood stars — from the 1930s, '40s, '50s, and '60s.

This week: A World War II-era fantasy-romance, A Matter of Life and Death (1946), from British filmmaking greats Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, starring David Niven and Kim Hunter.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Classic Movie Mondays

Enjoy matinees featuring classic Hollywood films — and iconic Hollywood stars — from the 1930s, '40s, '50s, and '60s.

This week: A World War II-era fantasy-romance, A Matter of Life and Death (1946), from British filmmaking greats Michael Powell and Emeric Pressburger, starring David Niven and Kim Hunter.

More Information

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

Welcome in many langauges

English Conversation Group

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
En Español, Learn a Language
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83634751958

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: En Español, Learn a Language
Event Details:

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83634751958

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Movement & Meditation with Sarah

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Have you always wanted to try meditation? Have you tried and found it challenging?

In this guided meditation class we will be exploring gentle movement and breathwork as an entry point to relaxation and inner peace.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to try meditation? Have you tried and found it challenging?

In this guided meditation class we will be exploring gentle movement and breathwork as an entry point to relaxation and inner peace.

Two parents talking while their children play.

Support with Love: Group for Parents of Children with Disabilities

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Sensory Room (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

A loving support group for parents of children with disabilities hosted in partnership with the Milestones with Love Organization.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

A loving support group for parents of children with disabilities hosted in partnership with the Milestones with Love Organization.

More Information

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

Parents must stay

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

cartoon penguin holding an open book and cup of cocoa

Winter Reading Sign-Up and Cocoa!

Wednesday, January 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Will Upper Lobby at Will Library
Program Type:
Winter Reading
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

Sign up for the Winter Reading program and enjoy a cup of cocoa! No registration.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Upper Lobby
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Winter Reading
Event Details:

Sign up for the Winter Reading program and enjoy a cup of cocoa! No registration.

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Medicare Counselling

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Medicare questions? Get expert answers. Free. Talk to a trained counselor to get information about:

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Medicare questions? Get expert answers. Free. Talk to a trained counselor to get information about:

woman at stove cooking

The Gourmet Gang Cooking Club

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Calling all food lovers, avid cooks, and beginner chefs!

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Cooking, Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Calling all food lovers, avid cooks, and beginner chefs!

flower vase

Winter Vase Paint Workshop

Thursday, January 8, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Will Lower Lobby - Inside at Will Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Join us for an artful afternoon creating your own winter vase portrait. 

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join us for an artful afternoon creating your own winter vase portrait. 

People seated at computers in classroom setting

Computer Basics

Friday, January 9, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

This Computer Basics series will cover everything you need to know to get familiar with using a computer.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Available
Event Details:

This Computer Basics series will cover everything you need to know to get familiar with using a computer.

sound healing

Sound Healing Meditation

Saturday, January 10, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Yonkers Room (4th Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Michelle Clifton specializes in sound healing meditation with Tibetan Singing Bowls. This artistic meditation will help you relax and de-stress for the new year! Register below.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Yonkers Room (4th Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Michelle Clifton specializes in sound healing meditation with Tibetan Singing Bowls. This artistic meditation will help you relax and de-stress for the new year! Register below.

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

qi gong pose

Qi Gong for Beginners

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

Similar to Tai Chi, Qi Gong consists of gentle stretching exercises that incorporate the mind and the body.  It has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress. Led by Jian-Yang Rong.

Open
Registration Available
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Similar to Tai Chi, Qi Gong consists of gentle stretching exercises that incorporate the mind and the body.  It has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress. Led by Jian-Yang Rong.

salt scrub

Maker Mondays for Seniors/Adults: Peppermint Salt Scrubs

Monday, January 12, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

We will make luxurious peppermint salt scrubs to keep your skin smooth during those harsh winter months. Register below.

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:

We will make luxurious peppermint salt scrubs to keep your skin smooth during those harsh winter months. Register below.

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

David Brooks

YPL Presents: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply With David Brooks

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

 

Join us for an online conversation with David Brooks as he discusses his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

 

Join us for an online conversation with David Brooks as he discusses his book, How to Know a Person: The Art of Seeing Others Deeply.

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Copy of AARP Chapter 5247

Tuesday, January 13, 2026 at 2:15pm - 4:15pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Monthly meeting

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Monthly meeting

Welcome in many langauges

English Conversation Group

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
En Español, Learn a Language
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83634751958

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: En Español, Learn a Language
Event Details:

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83634751958

Yonkers NNORC logo

Movement & Meditation with Sarah

Wednesday, January 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Have you always wanted to try meditation? Have you tried and found it challenging?

In this guided meditation class we will be exploring gentle movement and breathwork as an entry point to relaxation and inner peace.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to try meditation? Have you tried and found it challenging?

In this guided meditation class we will be exploring gentle movement and breathwork as an entry point to relaxation and inner peace.

Yonkers Public Library letter Y logo

Online Health Research Tools: Find What You Need. Know What to Look For.

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 55+

There is an abundance of health content available only for the cost of access to the internet or a trip to the public library.  Your challenge: Where to start and how to proceed in a way that makes the best use of time and attention?

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

There is an abundance of health content available only for the cost of access to the internet or a trip to the public library.  Your challenge: Where to start and how to proceed in a way that makes the best use of time and attention?

Julia Hotz

Nature, Art & Service as Medicine With Julia Hotz

Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

 

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details: