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Talk Finances with an Expert!

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Room 404 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Career & Business, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Tyrone Glover, CEO of Leverage Credit Recovery, will be presenting every Saturday.  Topics will include accessing credit reports, understanding the information, learning how t...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Business, Community Engagement
Available
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Tyrone Glover, CEO of Leverage Credit Recovery, will be presenting every Saturday.  Topics will include accessing credit reports, understanding the information, learning how to improve scores and more.  

Kiln-Fired Clay Bowl

Kiln-Fired Ceramic Bowls May 4 and May 11

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Art Gallery at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Join this talented ceramic artist, Vicky Youngman as she teaches us how to create clay bowls from forming the clay, glazing and firing our bowls. This is a rare opportunity and we'...

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Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join this talented ceramic artist, Vicky Youngman as she teaches us how to create clay bowls from forming the clay, glazing and firing our bowls. This is a rare opportunity and we're excited to offer this 2-part program.

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Flower Arrangement & Poetry Letter Station

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults
Event Details:

This program is part of Yonkers Arts Weekend, which is sponsored by the City of Yonkers in partnership with Yonkers Arts. Learn more at yonkersartsweekend.com.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement
Event Details:

This program is part of Yonkers Arts Weekend, which is sponsored by the City of Yonkers in partnership with Yonkers Arts. Learn more at yonkersartsweekend.com.

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Be a Hero! Superhero Picture Frame Craft

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

May 4th is Free Comic Book Day! As part of our celebration, we're taking hero-themed pictures and decorating photo frames to go with them. While youre here, don't forget to pick up...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

May 4th is Free Comic Book Day! As part of our celebration, we're taking hero-themed pictures and decorating photo frames to go with them. While youre here, don't forget to pick up a free comic! Materials available while supplies last.

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Brain Games! A Light, Fun Mental Workout

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

How do we stay mentally fit? In a world that seems to ask us to use our brains a little less every day, how can we improve our creativity, our memory, and our critical thinking? Jo...

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

How do we stay mentally fit? In a world that seems to ask us to use our brains a little less every day, how can we improve our creativity, our memory, and our critical thinking?

Decorative letters spelling "Cinco de Mayo"

Cinco de Mayo with Zafiro

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a special craft! Recommended for ages 5-12. No registration.

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

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a special craft! Recommended for ages 5-12. No registration.

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Big Hero 6 (AAPI & Animated Children's Films)

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Sensory Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Happy Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! To celebrate, visit us in the Sensory Room for screenings of animated movies with Asian and Pacific Islander protagonist...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Happy Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! To celebrate, visit us in the Sensory Room for screenings of animated movies with Asian and Pacific Islander protagonists.

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Cinco de Mayo

Saturday, May 4, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a craft. Learn about the Mexican holiday!

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Come celebrate Cinco de Mayo with a craft. Learn about the Mexican holiday!

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Mystery Box Storytelling Collages with Katori Walker

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:30pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Mystery Box Storytelling Collages with Katori Walker. This program is offered at 11am and repeats at 1pm. This event is a part of Yonkers Arts Weekend. Learn more at yonkersarts...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Mystery Box Storytelling Collages with Katori Walker. This program is offered at 11am and repeats at 1pm.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Code of conduct

No person while on the premises of the library shall conduct him/herself in a violent or disorderly manner, use abusive or profane language, engage in lewd conduct, disturb any public meeting or assembly, or be found under the influence of alcohol or drugs in such a condition as to threaten the safety and rights of others. The library premises include not only the building, but all associated property, such as sidewalks, parking lots, and landscaped areas.

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LaLeche League of Yonkers

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Monthly Meeting

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Monthly Meeting

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Chaminade Music Club

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Auditorium at Will Library
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Spend a lazy Sunday listening to beautiful chamber music. This program is part of Yonkers Arts Weekend, which is sponsored by the City of Yonkers in partnership with Yonkers Art...

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

Spend a lazy Sunday listening to beautiful chamber music.

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Intro to Photoshop

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Adobe photoshop including image editing and understanding layers. Students must have basic computer skills to register for this workshop. Prior knowledge of Pho...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Learn the basics of Adobe photoshop including image editing and understanding layers. Students must have basic computer skills to register for this workshop. Prior knowledge of Photoshop not required.

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April Armstrong Storytelling

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Award-winning Storyteller, April Armstrong and her jazzy friends for this family-friendly program.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Award-winning Storyteller, April Armstrong and her jazzy friends for this family-friendly program.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Code of conduct

No person while on the premises of the library shall conduct him/herself in a violent or disorderly manner, use abusive or profane language, engage in lewd conduct, disturb any public meeting or assembly, or be found under the influence of alcohol or drugs in such a condition as to threaten the safety and rights of others. The library premises include not only the building, but all associated property, such as sidewalks, parking lots, and landscaped areas.

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Al-Anon

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

weekly meeting

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

weekly meeting

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Mother's Day Concert featuring Emilie Surtees

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:15pm
Riverfront Auditorium at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

In celebration of Mother's Day Weekend, Emilie Surtees and her band will perform songs to uplift, inspire, and show gratitude to our mothers. Emilie is a seasoned pop/R&B vocal...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Music & Dance
Available
Seats Remaining: 454
Event Details:

In celebration of Mother's Day Weekend, Emilie Surtees and her band will perform songs to uplift, inspire, and show gratitude to our mothers.

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Cinco de Mayo StoryCraft

Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join Crestwood Crew for a story plus a craft in celebration of Cinco de Mayo. Check out library materials from our multiple reading displays.

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

Join Crestwood Crew for a story plus a craft in celebration of Cinco de Mayo.

Check out library materials from our multiple reading displays.

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Mother's Day Card Making Station

All Day 5/6 - 5/11
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Drop-in and make a Mother's Day card! No registration.

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

Drop-in and make a Mother's Day card! No registration.

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No Rules - Just Read! Children's Book Week: Grab 'n Go

All Day 5/6 - 5/12
Crestwood Children's Computer Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come to Crestwood Library to spin our wheel and Celebrate Children's Book Week. Read a book featuring whatever character your spin lands on. Pick up a grab 'n go to celebrate...

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Computer Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Come to Crestwood Library to spin our wheel and Celebrate Children's Book Week.

Read a book featuring whatever character your spin lands on.

Pick up a grab 'n go to celebrate Children's Book Week

 

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Roosevelt HS Class Visits

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Class Visit
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Class Visit

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Class Visit
Event Details:

Class Visit

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Coloring, Crosswords & Camaraderie @Crestwood

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Looking for some camaraderie? Want to hang out with your friends? We have coloring pencils and coloring sheets, crosswords or bring your own! Relax in our Cozy Crestwood Libr...

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

Looking for some camaraderie? Want to hang out with your friends?

We have coloring pencils and coloring sheets, crosswords or bring your own!

Relax in our Cozy Crestwood Library Main Reading Room.

Toddler playing with blocks and toys

Free Play @ Will

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-5. No registration.

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

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-5. No registration.

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Qi Gong for Beginners

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
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 ...

Open
Available
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Available
Seats Remaining: 81
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, May 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
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 HeritageQues...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Available
Seats Remaining: 14
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!

Six kids around a person reading a story

Cuentos in the Cove: Bilingual Storytime

Monday, May 6, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
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.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
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.

Disclaimer(s)

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.