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YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Nina Simon

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door. You’re invited to join Nina Simon online as she chats about her lighthearted whodunnit about a grandmother-mother-daugh...

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

Nothing brings a family together like a murder next door.

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

Memoir Writing Workshop

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Taught by Rachel Levine, award winning writer with an MFA in fiction. Patrons should be able to commit to all four sessions. To register please contact Rachel at rachell...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Taught by Rachel Levine, award winning writer with an MFA in fiction.

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

Yonkers Beats: A Discussion Group

Thursday, May 9, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Patricia Vaccarino’s Yonkers Trilogy captures a grand time in Yonkers history when the Getty Square area was a hodgepodge of small merchants, tenements, and quaint, centuries-old b...

Open
Available
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors
Available
Seats Remaining: Unlimited
Event Details:

Patricia Vaccarino’s Yonkers Trilogy captures a grand time in Yonkers history when the Getty Square area was a hodgepodge of small merchants, tenements, and quaint, centuries-old buildings.The trilogy captures the hopes, dreams, and ambitions of w

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

Book Chat: Blossom with Books!

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Book Chat:

Join other book lovers online to exchange book titles, book reviews and ideas for your next good read.

Event Details:

Spring is here and there are books aplenty, books galore! Join discussion Moderators Susan Gleason and Mary Amato from Friends of Crestwood Library to talk about what you are readi...

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

Book Chat

Join other book lovers online to exchange book titles, book reviews and ideas for your next good read.

Event Details:

Spring is here and there are books aplenty, books galore!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.    Recommended for ages 5 to 10. This program is located in the Main Children's Room Each child gets 10 mi...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.   

Recommended for ages 5 to 10.

This program is located in the Main Children's Room

Each child gets 10 minutes to read so please register in advance.

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

Memoir Writing Workshop

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Taught by Rachel Levine, award winning writer with an MFA in fiction. Patrons should be able to commit to all four sessions. To register please contact Rachel at rachell...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Taught by Rachel Levine, award winning writer with an MFA in fiction.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

A Bear and A Book

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Sensory Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children in PreK-3 through 2nd Grade are invited to participate in this fun Bear & A Book Program. Come hear Peyton and Lauren read a book to their own bears, Candy Bear &am...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Children in PreK-3 through 2nd Grade are invited to participate in this fun Bear & A Book Program.

Come hear Peyton and Lauren read a book to their own bears, Candy Bear & Sprinkles.

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.

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

Adult Online Book Club: Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 7:15pm - 8:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Read  Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng Then join local Crestwood Patron Susan Gleason to discuss the book online via ZOOM  Join Zoom Meeting https://ypl-...

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

Read 

Our Missing Hearts by Celeste Ng

Then join local Crestwood Patron Susan Gleason to discuss the book online via ZOOM 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.    Recommended for ages 5 to 10. This program is located in the Main Children's Room Each child gets 10 mi...

Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.   

Recommended for ages 5 to 10.

This program is located in the Main Children's Room

Each child gets 10 minutes to read so please register in advance.

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

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Rebecca F. Kuang

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F. Kuang) as she chats with us about her New York Times bestselling novel, Yellowfac...

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

We welcome you to register for a thrilling conversation with Rebecca F. Kuang (R.F.

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

History Lovers Book Club: The Professor and the Madman : A Tale of Murder, Insanity, and the Making of the Oxford English Dictionary by Simon Winchester

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Black History Month, Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Moderator Joseph Verdicchio, Ph.D. in History, NYU; Retired Social Studies Department Chair, Edgemont High School will lead a discussion on The Professor and the Madman : A Tale of...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Black History Month, Books & Authors
Event Details:

Moderator Joseph Verdicchio, Ph.D.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

New York Mets vs. Cleveland Guardians: Watch Party

Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Crestwood Adult Computer Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join Crestwood Crew for a viewing of the New York Mets vs. Cleveland Guardians game. Enjoy snacks and check out library materials from our baseball displays.

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Adult Computer Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Join Crestwood Crew for a viewing of the New York Mets vs. Cleveland Guardians game.

Enjoy snacks and check out library materials from our baseball displays.

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

Memoir Writing Workshop

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Taught by Rachel Levine, award winning writer with an MFA in fiction. Patrons should be able to commit to all four sessions. To register please contact Rachel at rachell...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Event Details:

Taught by Rachel Levine, award winning writer with an MFA in fiction.

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

Mystery/Thriller Book Club: The Drop by Michael Connelly

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Do you enjoy the excitement of a good thriller or a mystery that surprises you? Join the Mystery/Thriller Book Club! Each month we'll discuss a different book, share what we've bee...

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

Do you enjoy the excitement of a good thriller or a mystery that surprises you? Join the Mystery/Thriller Book Club! Each month we'll discuss a different book, share what we've been reading recently, and recommend favorites.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Series Squad: Raina Telgemeier

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Hey tweens! Join the Series Squad to talk about your favorite book series! Snacks, activities, and book chat! Our first meeting features the graphic novels of Raina Telgemeier! ...

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

Hey tweens! Join the Series Squad to talk about your favorite book series! Snacks, activities, and book chat!

Our first meeting features the graphic novels of Raina Telgemeier! Recommended for ages 10-12. No registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Forever YA Book Club: Reading: Skyward by Brandon Sanderson

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Forever Young Adult is a group for YA fans who are a little less "Y" and a bit more "A." Whether you're a regular YA reader or you need a break from your usual "To Read" list, all ...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Forever Young Adult is a group for YA fans who are a little less "Y" and a bit more "A." Whether you're a regular YA reader or you need a break from your usual "To Read" list, all are welcome!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, May 28, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.    Recommended for ages 5 to 10. This program is located in the Main Children's Room Each child gets 10 mi...

Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytime
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.   

Recommended for ages 5 to 10.

This program is located in the Main Children's Room

Each child gets 10 minutes to read so please register in advance.

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

Rather Be Reading Book Club

Wednesday, May 29, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Women's History
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

For people who would rather be reading 90% of their day, join us fellow bookworms to discuss books from different genres. This month's book: The Covenant of Water by Abraham Ver...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Women's History
Available
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

For people who would rather be reading 90% of their day, join us fellow bookworms to discuss books from different genres.

This month's book: The Covenant of Water by Abraham Verghese

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

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Smithsonian Curator Matt Shindell

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Mars and its secrets have fascinated and mystified humans since ancient times. Due to its vivid color and visibility, geologic kinship with Earth, and potential as our best hope fo...

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

Mars and its secrets have fascinated and mystified humans since ancient times.

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

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Freida McFadden

Thursday, June 13, 2024 at 8:00pm - 9:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden! McFadden will join us to chat about writing psychological thrillers, her mega...

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

Get your popcorn and take a seat as we pick the brain of the queen of twists herself, Freida McFadden!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

A Bear and A Book

Monday, June 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Children in PreK-3 through 2nd Grade are invited to a very special Bear & A Book Program! Peyton and Lauren will read a book to their own bears, Candy Bear & Sprinkles. ...

Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Children in PreK-3 through 2nd Grade are invited to a very special Bear & A Book 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.

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

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Tiffany Jewell

Thursday, June 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Join us as #1 New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she presents lessons and kn...

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

Join us as #1 New York Times bestselling author Tiffany Jewell highlights the inequities Black and Brown students face from preschool through college as she presents lessons and knowledge from her new book Everything I Learned About Racis

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Kate DiCamillo ("Mercy Watson") PreK-2nd grade

Tuesday, July 9, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson! Newbery Medal winning author Kate DiCamillo will be sharing the stories behind th...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Join us for a visit to Deckawoo Drive with everyone’s favorite adventure loving pig, Mercy Watson!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Max Brallier ("The Last Kids on Earth") 3rd-6th grade

Tuesday, July 16, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both the book series and the...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Would you survive a zombie apocalypse? Join us to talk with New York Times bestselling author Max Brallier about The Last Kids on Earth, both the book series and the animated series on Netflix.