Event List

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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 Kindergarten to Grade 6.

No registration required.

Mondays 3:15-5pm, Tuesdays 4:45-6pm, Wednesdays 3:15-5pm & Thursdays 4:45-6pm.

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Library Branch: Crestwood Library

Room: Crestwood Children's Room

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help

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Homework Help from a certified teacher for Kindergarten to Grade 6.

No registration required.

Mondays 3:15-5pm, Tuesdays 4:45-6pm, Wednesdays 3:15-5pm & Thursdays 4:45-6pm.

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Acknowledgement: Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library

This program is made possible through generous support from the Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library (FYPL).

America Reads

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm

Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library

Program Type:

Academic Support & Homework Help

Age Group:

Kids

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library

Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help

Event Details:

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

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Parents must stay

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

Cooper, a large sheepdog, sitting on a sidewalk

Read to Cooper at Riverfront

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm

Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library

Program Type:

Early Literacy & Parenting Classes

Age Group:

Kids

Kids can practice reading to Cooper, a certified therapy dog who works with R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs®), a national program that helps children improve their reading skills.

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library

Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Early Literacy & Parenting Classes

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Kids can practice reading to Cooper, a certified therapy dog who works with R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs®), a national program that helps children improve their reading skills.

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Swiftie Sweethearts Valentine Crafternoon @ Will!

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Will Children's Room at Will Library

Program Type:

Crafts & DIY

Age Group:

Kids

Valentines and friendship bracelets at our craft station! No registration.

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Library Branch: Will Library

Room: Will Children's Room

Age Group: Kids

Program Type: Crafts & DIY

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Valentines and friendship bracelets at our craft station! No registration.

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Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm

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:

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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:

Homework Helper @ Will

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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.

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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.

Concerts in Motion - Youth Series Wednesdays

Wednesday, February 11, 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.

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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.

1781 Battle of Cowpens, from an 1845 painting by William Ranney

Is There A Patriot In Your Tree?

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library

Program Type:

Genealogy, Local History, Revolutionary Era

Age Group:

Adults, Adults 55+

Is There a Patriot in Your Tree? is a welcoming workshop led by members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution to help you explore your roots and see how your family's history connects t

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Library Branch: Will Library

Room: Will Senator Flynn Room

Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+

Program Type: Genealogy, Local History, Revolutionary Era

Registration Available

Event Details:

Is There a Patriot in Your Tree? is a welcoming workshop led by members of the Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution to help you explore your roots and see how your family's history connects t

Kids' Chess Club

Wednesday, February 11, 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.

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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.

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Webinar: How to Participate in the 2026 Great Backyard Bird Count

Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Virtual

Program Type:

STEM & Technology

Age Group:

Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Embrace the joy of birds by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) taking place February 13-16, 2026.

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Virtual Event

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Program Type: STEM & Technology

Event Details:

Embrace the joy of birds by participating in the Great Backyard Bird Count (GBBC) taking place February 13-16, 2026.

Lincoln's Birthday

All Day

Riverfront Library, Will Library, Crestwood Library, Virtual

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Thursday, February 12, 2026 in observance of the Lincoln's Birthday holiday.

Closing

Branches:

Riverfront Library, Will Library, Crestwood Library, Virtual

Description:

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Thursday, February 12, 2026 in observance of the Lincoln's Birthday holiday.

The cover for A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams.

Adult Online Book Club: A Love Song for Ricki Wilde by Tia Williams

Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 7:15pm - 8:30pm

Virtual

Program Type:

Books & Authors

Age Group:

Adults, Adults 55+

Library is closed in observance of Lincoln's Birthday so there will be no book club this month. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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Virtual Event

Cancelled

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+

Program Type: Books & Authors

Event Details:

Library is closed in observance of Lincoln's Birthday so there will be no book club this month. We apologize for any inconvenience.

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.

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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.

Meditation and Chair Yoga with Nancy Guzman

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:00am - 10:00am

Virtual

Program Type:

Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Adults, Adults 55+

Reduce your stress through breathing exercises, meditation and chair yoga exercises with Nancy Guzman.

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Virtual Event

Library Branch: Virtual

Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+

Program Type: Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Reduce your stress through breathing exercises, meditation and chair yoga exercises with Nancy Guzman.

Mercy University - School of Nursing Outreach table

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 5:00pm

Riverfront Table Space 3 at Riverfront Library

Program Type:

Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY), Health & Wellness

Age Group:

Everyone

Are you looking for information about your health or guidance on managing a chronic condition?

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library

Room: Riverfront Table Space 3

Age Group: Everyone

Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY), Health & Wellness

Event Details:

Are you looking for information about your health or guidance on managing a chronic condition?

Free Play @ Will

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Will Children's Storytime Rug at Will Library

Program Type:

Games & Family Entertainment

Age Group:

Babies and Toddlers

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

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Library Branch: Will Library

Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug

Age Group: Babies and Toddlers

Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment

Event Details:

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

La Leche League of Yonkers Breastfeeding Support Group

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am

Riverfront Sensory Room (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library

Program Type:

Community Engagement, Early Literacy & Parenting Classes

Age Group:

Babies and Toddlers, Adults

La Leche League of Yonkers is an informal group offering breastfeeding information, encouragement and support from accredited La Leche League Leaders. Drop into one of our meetups, follow us on social media, or contact a local leader.

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library

Room: Riverfront Sensory Room (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Adults

Program Type: Community Engagement, Early Literacy & Parenting Classes

Event Details:

La Leche League of Yonkers is an informal group offering breastfeeding information, encouragement and support from accredited La Leche League Leaders. Drop into one of our meetups, follow us on social media, or contact a local leader.

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Father Goose Stories

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:45am

Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library

Program Type:

Storytime

Age Group:

Babies and Toddlers

Come hear fairytales, fantasy, legends and folklore from around the world!

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library

Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Babies and Toddlers

Program Type: Storytime

Event Details:

Come hear fairytales, fantasy, legends and folklore from around the world!

Tech Drop In

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library

Program Type:

Computer Classes, STEM & Technology

Age Group:

Adults, Adults 55+

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...

Get one on one tech assistance (up to 15 minutes). First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library

Room: Riverfront Learning Lab

Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+

Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology

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.

Get one on one tech assistance (up to 15 minutes). First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

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Bach to Rock Musical Storytime!

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:15am - 11:45am

Will Children's Storytime Rug at Will Library

Program Type:

Music & Dance

Age Group:

Babies and Toddlers

Bach to Rock presents musical story time with our amazing staff! We bring you part of the Rock City experience at Bach to Rock, a musical story time where we get to sing, move, and dance along with our favorite musical stories!

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Library Branch: Will Library

Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug

Age Group: Babies and Toddlers

Program Type: Music & Dance

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Bach to Rock presents musical story time with our amazing staff! We bring you part of the Rock City experience at Bach to Rock, a musical story time where we get to sing, move, and dance along with our favorite musical stories!

Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground

Friday, February 13, 2026 at 11:45am - 2:00pm

Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) at Riverfront Library

Program Type:

Games & Family Entertainment

Age Group:

Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Imagination Playground is an innovative play system that transforms any space into a play space that encourages learning, social development, movement, and of course, fun! Children's Room, 2nd Floor

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Library Branch: Riverfront Library

Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)

Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment

Event Details:

Imagination Playground is an innovative play system that transforms any space into a play space that encourages learning, social development, movement, and of course, fun! Children's Room, 2nd Floor

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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.