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

Adult Summer Reading Book Review Raffle

All Day 6/10 - 8/15
Will Upper Lobby at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Summer Reading Fun Is Not Just For Kids! This summer, when you finish reading a book or ebook, or listening to audio story, come down to the library to write a review. Your revi...

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

Summer Reading Fun Is Not Just For Kids!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Poetry of Connection

Saturday, July 27, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Riverfront Board Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Calling all poets! Let's rename Riverfront library "the Poetry Library” this summer!  Join us for a creative journey as we explore the theme of healthy relationships with o...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Calling all poets! Let's rename Riverfront library "the Poetry Library” this summer! 

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

Senior & Adult Read-Aloud

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Board Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Come listen to a story and chat about it with fun activities such as music, crafts, and discussion. Each week is themed! July 16th: Fairy Tales and Fables July 23th: Poetry a...

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

Come listen to a story and chat about it with fun activities such as music, crafts, and discussion. Each week is themed!

July 16th: Fairy Tales and Fables

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Dan Santat ("A First Time for Everything" Graphic Novel) 5th-8th grade

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels. His ...

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

Join this year’s winner of the National Book Award for Young People's Literature, Dan Santat, as he inspires tweens and teens to tell their own stories through graphic novels.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Series Squad: Harry Potter

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
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! This month features the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling! Recomm...

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!

This month features the Harry Potter series by J.K. Rowling! Recommended for ages 10-12. No registration.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Cooper Tuesdays! Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, July 30, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime, Summer Reading
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, Summer Reading
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.

Positive Psychology Reading Room: Flow The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading:  Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook:  https://y...

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

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading: 

Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook: 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Meet Bella and Friends: Special Visit from UK Author Anne John-Ligali

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Lower Lobby - Outside at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Come dressed as your favourite book character and meet a new one! Anne John-Ligali will present her popular British book series with a reading, crafts, and more surprises! for...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Outside
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Authors, Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Come dressed as your favourite book character and meet a new one! Anne John-Ligali will present her popular British book series with a reading, crafts, and more surprises! for ages 6 and up. No registration.

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

Rather Be Reading Book Club

Wednesday, July 31, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Conference 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: Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano ...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference 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: Hello Beautiful by Ann Napolitano

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Publishing and Self-Publishing in Comics

Thursday, August 1, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Teen Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, YC3
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn about publishing and self-publishing in the world of comics. Be prepared, if you dare, for the Yonkers Comics and Cosplay Convention!

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, YC3
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn about publishing and self-publishing in the world of comics. Be prepared, if you dare, for the Yonkers Comics and Cosplay Convention!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Poetry of Connection

Saturday, August 3, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Riverfront Board Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Calling all poets! Let's rename Riverfront library "the Poetry Library” this summer!  Join us for a creative journey as we explore the theme of healthy relationships with o...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, Community Engagement
Available
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Calling all poets! Let's rename Riverfront library "the Poetry Library” this summer! 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Cooper Tuesdays! Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime, Summer Reading
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, Summer Reading
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.

Positive Psychology Reading Room: Flow The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading:  Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook:  https://y...

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

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading: 

Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook: 

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

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with National Air & Space Museum Curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur

Wednesday, August 7, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Spa...

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

You’re invited to virtually step inside one of the greatest international achievements with a behind-the-scenes guide to space exploration with the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum curator Dr. Jennifer Levasseur.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Learn to Draw - Comics Styles

Thursday, August 8, 2024 at 2:30pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Teen Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Crafts & DIY, YC3
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Learn to draw in comics styles from across the world -- from big-name Western works to manga to Afrofuturist dreams -- and develop your very own story. Get ready for the Yonkers Co...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors, Crafts & DIY, YC3
Available
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Learn to draw in comics styles from across the world -- from big-name Western works to manga to Afrofuturist dreams -- and develop your very own story. Get ready for the Yonkers Comics and Cosplay Convention in style!

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Cooper Tuesdays! Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, August 13, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime, Summer Reading
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, Summer Reading
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.

Positive Psychology Reading Room: Flow The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Wednesday, August 14, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading:  Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook:  https://y...

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

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading: 

Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook: 

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

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Irena Smith About College Admissions

Thursday, August 15, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Another college application season is around the corner, and stress is already beginning to ratchet up for teens and their parents. You’re invited to join us for this must-watch ta...

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

Another college application season is around the corner, and stress is already beginning to ratchet up for teens and their parents. You’re invited to join us for this must-watch talk by Irena Smith, PhD.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Poetry of Connection

Saturday, August 17, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Riverfront Art Gallery at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, Community Engagement, Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Calling all poets! Let's rename Riverfront library "the Poetry Library” this summer!  Join us for a creative journey as we explore the theme of healthy relationships with o...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Books & Authors, Community Engagement, Riverfront Art Gallery
Available
Seats Remaining: 19
Event Details:

Calling all poets! Let's rename Riverfront library "the Poetry Library” this summer! 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Cooper Tuesdays! Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime, Summer Reading
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, Summer Reading
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.

Positive Psychology Reading Room: Flow The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Wednesday, August 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Virtual
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading:  Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook:  https://y...

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

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading: 

Flow by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi

Book is also available for FREE* on Hoopla in e-audiobook: 

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

YPL Presents: An Author Talk with Shelby Van Pelt

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

We invite you to join us as we chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel Remarkably Bright Creatures. You don’t...

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

We invite you to join us as we chat with the amazing New York Times bestselling author Shelby Van Pelt about her beloved novel Remarkably Bright Creatures.

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

Mystery/Thriller Book Club: The Long Goodbye by Raymond Chandler

Thursday, August 22, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Rather Be Reading Book Club

Wednesday, August 28, 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: Dirty Laundry by Disha Bose ...

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: 20
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: Dirty Laundry by Disha Bose