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Concerts in Motion - Youth Series Wednesdays

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone

Come hear and encourage young musicians from all over New York City as they perform in this youth concert series.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come hear and encourage young musicians from all over New York City as they perform in this youth concert series.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Jazz Band Rehearsal

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Will Auditorium at Will Library
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults

The Library Jazz Band is rehearsing and you are invited to come and listen.  The Library Jazz Band is a full 17  piece orchestra including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and a rhythm section.

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

The Library Jazz Band is rehearsing and you are invited to come and listen.  The Library Jazz Band is a full 17  piece orchestra including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and a rhythm section.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kids' Chess Club

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Will Children's Homework Helper Station at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Make friends and play chess! For children who know how to play chess. Chess sets available! No registration.

 

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Homework Helper Station
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Make friends and play chess! For children who know how to play chess. Chess sets available! No registration.

 

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

Are Invasive Plants Really Bad For Birds?

Wednesday, February 18, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Environment & Ecology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Vast amounts of conservation resources are annually allocated to invasive plant removal, with the goal of improving habitat quality for wildlife.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Environment & Ecology
Event Details:

Vast amounts of conservation resources are annually allocated to invasive plant removal, with the goal of improving habitat quality for wildlife.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Creation Station: Happy Hearts Month

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

Create something and give it to someone and make someone's heart happy this month.

We've got the supplies and you bring your creativity.

 

 

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

Create something and give it to someone and make someone's heart happy this month.

We've got the supplies and you bring your creativity.

 

 

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

Winter Reading Warmup Challenge: Beanstack & Book Talks

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Winter Reading
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Learn how to sign up for our Winter Reading Program online via Beanstack and hear about some great reads!

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

Learn how to sign up for our Winter Reading Program online via Beanstack and hear about some great reads!

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

1000 Book Thursdays @ Crestwood

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

Join us to hear a story, watch a book based short film, and color with us.

Participants are encouraged to join the YPL 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program.

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

Join us to hear a story, watch a book based short film, and color with us.

Participants are encouraged to join the YPL 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program.

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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 "Babies and Toddlers" group

Storytime @ WILL!

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Will Children's Storytime Rug at Will Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Senior Talk Thursdays

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Join neighborhood seniors to gather together socially for light conversation over coffee and tea.

 

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Join neighborhood seniors to gather together socially for light conversation over coffee and tea.

 

This event is in the "Adults" group

Intro to PowerPoint Part I and II

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Adults
Computer Class:

Yonkers Public Library's technology classes help adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow comfortable in today's digital world. From learning the basics of how t...

Learn the basics of Powerpoint to create a slide presentation. Registration for this event includes Part I and Part II.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Available
Event Details:

Computer Class

Yonkers Public Library's technology classes help adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow comfortable in today's digital world. From learning the basics of how to use a computer to creating spreadsheets in Excel, there is a class for everyone. No prior knowledge of topics is required. 

Learn the basics of Powerpoint to create a slide presentation. Registration for this event includes Part I and Part II.

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

Westchester Breathes

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing, and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive effect on health and well-being. As the new year begins, reset each moment with calm and clarity.

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

Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing, and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive effect on health and well-being. As the new year begins, reset each moment with calm and clarity.

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

Music by Zev

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 11:15am - 12:00pm
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Music & Dance, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Zev is a children's musician who has been performing original, hip and fun kids music at schools, camps, family events, and private parties for over 10 years.

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

Zev is a children's musician who has been performing original, hip and fun kids music at schools, camps, family events, and private parties for over 10 years.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Chalk It Up!

Thursday, February 19, 2026 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 "Everyone" group

Concerts in Motion: Coffee House Thursdays

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone

This concert will feature music and beats to groove along with! Expect music you would hear in a cafe with live music.

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

This concert will feature music and beats to groove along with! Expect music you would hear in a cafe with live music.

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

The Princess and the Frog (G) - Black Onscreen Family Film Series

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

We're celebrating Black History Month! Join us in The Cove for a showing of The Princess and the Frog.

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

We're celebrating Black History Month! Join us in The Cove for a showing of The Princess and the Frog.

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

Create Your Family Tree

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
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: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Genealogy
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!

 

This event is in the "Teens" group

Teen Gaming @ Will

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Teens

Play PS 5, VR, Switch, and Board Games with your friends.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Play PS 5, VR, Switch, and Board Games with your friends.

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

The Gourmet Gang Cooking Club

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Board 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 Board 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!

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

The Peekskill Riots

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Will Auditorium at Will Library
Program Type:
Black History & Culture, Local History
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

On August 27 and September 4th, 1949, violence broke out at two concerts held outside Peekskill, NY, headlined by black singer, actor, and activist Paul Robeson.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Black History & Culture, Local History
Registration Available
Event Details:

On August 27 and September 4th, 1949, violence broke out at two concerts held outside Peekskill, NY, headlined by black singer, actor, and activist Paul Robeson.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kid Switch Gaming

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Sensory Room (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

Come play our Nintendo Switch with on the second floor! Feel free to bring your own Switch to play your E-rated games with friends, too.

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

Come play our Nintendo Switch with on the second floor! Feel free to bring your own Switch to play your E-rated games with friends, too.

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

Sea Turtles & Coral Reef Art Workshop

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Will Lower Lobby - Inside at Will Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Art Inspires Wellness supports visual art enrichment in communities through innovative, engaging instruction via problem based learning art projects.

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:

Art Inspires Wellness supports visual art enrichment in communities through innovative, engaging instruction via problem based learning art projects.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

The African Storyteller: Subomi Macaulay

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Black History & Culture
Age Group:
Everyone

You are invited to join The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay as we celebrate Black History month through the powerful art of Storytelling

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Black History & Culture
Event Details:

You are invited to join The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay as we celebrate Black History month through the powerful art of Storytelling

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Mid-Winter Break Art Camp

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Kids

Art Inspires Wellness supports art enrichment for students outside the classroom. 

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Art Inspires Wellness supports art enrichment for students outside the classroom. 

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

Parents must stay

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

K-POP Demon Hunters Party @ Will!

Thursday, February 19, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

It's a K-Pop Demon Hunters Party! Crafts and snacks! Costumes & Karaoke! Recommended for children ages 4-12. No registration.

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

It's a K-Pop Demon Hunters Party! Crafts and snacks! Costumes & Karaoke! Recommended for children ages 4-12. No registration.