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Creation Station: Holiday Cards

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Everyone

Make someone's holiday merry and bright with a handmade card! 

We have the supplies, you bring the creativity. Create a card and/or Holiday project with simple materials to celebrate the season. 

 

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

Make someone's holiday merry and bright with a handmade card! 

We have the supplies, you bring the creativity. Create a card and/or Holiday project with simple materials to celebrate the season. 

 

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 "Everyone" group

Winter Wonderland/Maravilla Invernal Celebration @ Crestwood

Friday, December 5, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY, Storytime, Winter Reading
Age Group:
Everyone

Celebrate YPL's Annual Tree Lighting with our special guests from the North Pole. Join us for storytime, crafts, music, cocoa, and more.

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY, Storytime, Winter Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate YPL's Annual Tree Lighting with our special guests from the North Pole. Join us for storytime, crafts, music, cocoa, and more.

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

Fantastic Fiber Arts Make and Take Gathering

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Calling all crafters and those interested in crafting.

Join Alison Robles for an hour of fiber arts fun.

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

Calling all crafters and those interested in crafting.

Join Alison Robles for an hour of fiber arts fun.

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

Painting with Teresa

Saturday, December 6, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

Cardinals often add a bright spot of color during the winter season, and they also symbolize spiritual visitors, hope, courage, and love.

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Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Cardinals often add a bright spot of color during the winter season, and they also symbolize spiritual visitors, hope, courage, and love.

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!

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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.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Chalk It Up!

Monday, December 8, 2025 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Knit & Sip

Monday, December 8, 2025 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

Mix and Match Mondays: Activities for Teens

Monday, December 8, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens

Pizza & Puzzles.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Pizza & Puzzles.

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

Holiday Cards with Julie

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Seniors, get into the holiday spirit by creating holiday cards with Julie.

Fashion cards with washi tape, fabric, stickers, ribbons and more.

No experience required, all materials provided & registration required 

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

Seniors, get into the holiday spirit by creating holiday cards with Julie.

Fashion cards with washi tape, fabric, stickers, ribbons and more.

No experience required, all materials provided & registration required 

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

Crestwood Knitting Circle

Wednesday, December 10, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Knitting Novice or Knitting Ninja - there is a place for you in the Crestwood Knitting Circle.

FREE Project bag, knitting needles, and yarn skein available on a first come, first served basis.

Gather Knit and Chat with us!

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

Knitting Novice or Knitting Ninja - there is a place for you in the Crestwood Knitting Circle.

FREE Project bag, knitting needles, and yarn skein available on a first come, first served basis.

Gather Knit and Chat with us!

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Chalk It Up!

Thursday, December 11, 2025 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 "Teens" group
This event is in the "Adults" group

Bling's the Thing: Earring Workshop with Joan Lloyd

Thursday, December 11, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Will Lower Lobby - Inside at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

join this fun activity and learn to make bead earrings. For every pair you make to keep, you make one to be donated to a battered women's shelter this holiday season.

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

join this fun activity and learn to make bead earrings. For every pair you make to keep, you make one to be donated to a battered women's shelter this holiday season.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Disney Day Party!

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:15pm
Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Kids

We're celebrating Walt Disney's birthday! Come grab a party favor and make a Mickey Mouse themed craft to bring home. Plus, watch the original Lion King (G) with us starting at 2:45 PM. Materials available while supplies last.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

We're celebrating Walt Disney's birthday! Come grab a party favor and make a Mickey Mouse themed craft to bring home. Plus, watch the original Lion King (G) with us starting at 2:45 PM. Materials available while supplies last.

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

Holiday Movie Craft

Friday, December 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Kids

Join us for an afternoon of Holiday short films and fun crafts inspiried by the movies!

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Join us for an afternoon of Holiday short films and fun crafts inspiried by the movies!

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

Mending Club with Leila Arisa

Saturday, December 13, 2025 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Maker Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Growing pile of mending projects at home? Join us every 2nd + 3rd Saturday to work on them together.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Growing pile of mending projects at home? Join us every 2nd + 3rd Saturday to work on them together.

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

Holiday Workshop / Taller de Festividades

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Join us for a special 2 hour workshop where we will design holiday decor to celebrate the season.  Just bring your imagination and we will bring the supplies. 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:

Join us for a special 2 hour workshop where we will design holiday decor to celebrate the season.  Just bring your imagination and we will bring the supplies. Register below.

More Information

Acknowledgment: NYSCA grant program

YPL'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 "Babies and Toddlers" group

Chalk It Up!

Monday, December 15, 2025 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 "Adults" group
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Knit & Sip

Monday, December 15, 2025 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

Mix and Match Mondays: Activities for Teens

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens

Make a Gingerbread House DIY Craft Stickers Scenes.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Make a Gingerbread House DIY Craft Stickers Scenes.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Hansel & Gretel Story and Treat!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Read the beloved picture book and make a sweet treat! No Registration, but supplies are limited. Recommended for children aged 4-7.

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

Read the beloved picture book and make a sweet treat! No Registration, but supplies are limited. Recommended for children aged 4-7.

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

Crestwood Knitting Circle

Wednesday, December 17, 2025 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Knitting Novice or Knitting Ninja - there is a place for you in the Crestwood Knitting Circle.

FREE Project bag, knitting needles, and yarn skein available on a first come, first served basis.

Gather Knit and Chat with us!

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

Knitting Novice or Knitting Ninja - there is a place for you in the Crestwood Knitting Circle.

FREE Project bag, knitting needles, and yarn skein available on a first come, first served basis.

Gather Knit and Chat with us!

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Chalk It Up!

Thursday, December 18, 2025 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.