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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 "Adults 55+" group

Tai Chi for Seniors

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Lower Lobby - Inside at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults 55+

Please join Master Yao-Wah Chan for beginning Tai Chi. He has over 40 years of experience teaching throughout New York City and Westchester and is trained in multiple Chinese disciplines. 

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

Please join Master Yao-Wah Chan for beginning Tai Chi. He has over 40 years of experience teaching throughout New York City and Westchester and is trained in multiple Chinese disciplines. 

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

Monday, December 15, 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. 

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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 15, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Learning Lab 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 Learning Lab
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!

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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.

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Get Started with Chess!

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids

A brief introduction to the rules and pieces of chess for children ages 7-12. No registration.

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

A brief introduction to the rules and pieces of chess for children ages 7-12. No registration.

This event is in the "Teens" group

Maker Mondays for Teens: Reindeer Chow

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Maker Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens

Learn how to make this delicious holiday treat! Register below.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Available
Event Details:

Learn how to make this delicious holiday treat! Register below.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Monday, December 15, 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 15, 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 "Everyone" group

Grand Holiday Illumination with Friends of Crestwood Library at Untermyer Gardens Conservancy (offsite)

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Crestwood Offsite at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone

If you have ever visited Untermyer Gardens during their Grand Holiday Illumination, you know that it is a magical event.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Offsite
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement
Event Details:

If you have ever visited Untermyer Gardens during their Grand Holiday Illumination, you know that it is a magical event.

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

Sahaja Yoga Meditation

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress, increase wellness, and bring better focus to help people become more centered and better balanced. 

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

Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress, increase wellness, and bring better focus to help people become more centered and better balanced. 

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

Strings Attached Guitar Group

Monday, December 15, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Engagement, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Come get together twice a month to jam with fellow guitarists and share techniques. Brining your own instrument is required. 

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come get together twice a month to jam with fellow guitarists and share techniques. Brining your own instrument is required. 

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

Workout with Coach Elaine - Fitness Fun!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Join Coach Elaine for a fitness workout in the early morning.

All levels of fitness welcome.
 

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

Join Coach Elaine for a fitness workout in the early morning.

All levels of fitness welcome.
 

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Storytime @ WILL!

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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" group

Intro to PowerPoint Part I and II

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 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
This event is in the "Everyone" group

Knitting and Coloring for Adults

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Board Room (4th Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

Isn't it nice, making things by hand? Come by our Community Room and knit to your heart's content, or avail yourself of our adult coloring books. All levels of knitting skill are welcome, and patterns will be provided.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room (4th Floor)
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Isn't it nice, making things by hand? Come by our Community Room and knit to your heart's content, or avail yourself of our adult coloring books. All levels of knitting skill are welcome, and patterns will be provided.

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

Storytime with Mr. Ralph

Tuesday, December 16, 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!

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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

Coffee and Spice - Dessert and a Gift! From Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Holiday gatherings are in full swing - are you prepared?

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

Holiday gatherings are in full swing - are you prepared?

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Concerts in Motion - Songbook Tuesdays

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone

This concert will have classic hits and familiar songs for the audience to sing along to!

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

This concert will have classic hits and familiar songs for the audience to sing along to!

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

Mediterranean Diet and Aging - What You Need to Know

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Join Kate Hoffman, MS, RD, CDN, an outpatient dietitian from NewYork-Presbyterian's The One in White Plains for an important discussion on the advantages of the Mediterranean Diet and how it can slow down the aging process.

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

Join Kate Hoffman, MS, RD, CDN, an outpatient dietitian from NewYork-Presbyterian's The One in White Plains for an important discussion on the advantages of the Mediterranean Diet and how it can slow down the aging process.

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

What to Tidy When Company is on the Way

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Log on and learn the seven spots guests notice first! Tidy up with bestselling author and expert organizer Jamie Novak during this virtual program when she reveals the seven spots, we often forget to tidy.

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

Log on and learn the seven spots guests notice first! Tidy up with bestselling author and expert organizer Jamie Novak during this virtual program when she reveals the seven spots, we often forget to tidy.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Riverfront Playtime

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

Enjoy some extra afternoon fun! We'll have The Cove stocked with puzzles and toys that aren't typically available - including chalk.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Enjoy some extra afternoon fun! We'll have The Cove stocked with puzzles and toys that aren't typically available - including chalk.

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

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

Riverfront Teen Gaming

Tuesday, December 16, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor) at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Teens

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Tuesday, December 16, 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).