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QUEER VISIONS Art Exhibit

All Day 1/24–4/24
Everyone
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Gallery Exhibit (4th Floor)
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, LGBTQIA+, Riverfront Art Gallery
Event Details:

Queer Visions highlights works of art that portray the multidimensionality of queer and trans lives.

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Acknowledgment: NYSCA grant program

Yonkers Public Library's arts programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

New York Council on the Arts logo - outline of New York State map

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

Groundhog Voting Week!

All Day 1/25–2/1
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Will Punxsutawney Phil see his shadow this year? Take your best guess! In-person voting in the Children's Room!

Voting results will be revealed at a cocoa party on Monday, February 2 at 4pm!

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This event is in the "Adults 55+" group
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Mercy University Health Education Outreach

10:00am–4:30pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Upper Lobby
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

At Mercy University School of Nursing's Health Equity Influencer Program in the Community (HEIP-C), we believe that health equity starts where people live, work, learn, and gather.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Zeta Phi Beta Sorority Inc. Alpha Omega Zeta Chapter

10:00am–5:00pm
Adults
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

meeting

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Saturday Storytime @ WILL!

10:30am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
Will Library
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 "Babies and Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Kids" group

Science Plus Storytime @ Crestwood

10:30am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Science plus stories and songs, plus art, plus technology, plus engineering, plus weekly projects! Science plus FUN!

Families enjoy a traditional storytime, then work together on a project. Different themes every week.

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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.

Parents must stay

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

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

Legorama Club

12:00pm–1:00pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Build something special with legos and put it on display! This program is for children up to age 12.

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

New Year, New Financial Goals with Aureo Pinto Jr.

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Career & Business
Event Details:

The start of the year is a great time to set up good financial habits.

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

Genealogy Research Workshop: Finding your Patriot

1:00pm–3:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Black History & Culture, Community Engagement, Diversity & Multiculture Programs, Genealogy, Local History, Revolutionary Era, STEM & Technology
Registration Available
Event Details:

The Daughters of the American Revolution and Sons of the American Revolution are committed to discovering and promoting the history of the African Americans, Native Americans and women who helped create our nation.

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Free and open to public

It is assumed that all events are free and open to the general public. If admittance will be restricted in any way, that must be indicated on the application. The Library reserves the right to have staff and/or Board members in attendance even if the program is otherwise closed to the general public.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Inspire Your Heart With Art Day

1:00pm–4:45pm
Everyone
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Celebrate National Inspire Your Heart with Art Day with Crestwood Crew Members.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Puzzle Palooza! Board Games & Puzzles @ Will!

1:30pm–3:30pm
Kids
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Play with our board games and puzzles! No registration.

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

Sew Amazing: Fabric Bookmarks

2:00pm–3:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Full
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine. Learn how to thread the machine and bobbin, and understand the different parts. We will work on a small project.  Register below.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Chess and Learning for Kids

2:00pm–4:00pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

The Chess & Learning Program teaches critical thinking, focus, and decision-making through the game of chess. Each session blends gameplay with activities that connect strategy to real-life problem-solving.

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

Unlocking Financial Wisdom: Conversation with a Leading Expert

2:00pm–4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404 (4th Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Business, Community Engagement
Registration Available
Event Details:

In this insightful workshop, we dive deep into financial literacy.  We will explore key principles that empower individuals and communities to build wealth, make informed financial decisions, and achieve economic independence.

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

Genealogy Research Workshop: African American Genealogy

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central (3rd Floor)
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Black History & Culture, Diversity & Multiculture Programs, Genealogy, Local History
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join RISEUP leaders Dr. Robert Baskerville and Harold McKoy, learn about using library resources to trace family histories, and uncover stories of Black civic leaders in early Westchester.

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Free and open to public

It is assumed that all events are free and open to the general public. If admittance will be restricted in any way, that must be indicated on the application. The Library reserves the right to have staff and/or Board members in attendance even if the program is otherwise closed to the general public.

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

Friends of Crestwood Library Presents: An Evening with Author/Screenwriter Thomas Kelly

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors, Crestwood Centennial
Event Details:

Join Novelist (Payback, The Rackets, & Empire Rising) and Screenwriter (Blue Bloods, FBI, & Tulsa King) Thomas Kelly as he discusses his work and the writing life.  

Light refreshments will be served

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Crestwood Month Long Puzzle Grab & Go

All Day
Everyone
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Adult Computer Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Swing by Crestwood Library whenever the library is open, to Grab & Go a Jigsaw or word puzzle. Jigsaw puzzle donations are welcome, please make sure jigsaw puzzles have all the pieces!

This event is in the "Teens" group

Volunteens

All Day
Teens
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Teen Corner
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Calling all Teens who want to help out and make a difference in our community.

Come join us on various dates/times that work with our library hours and your schedule to volunteer your time and creativity.

This event is in the "Adults" group

Westchester Board of Elections

12:00am–4:00pm
Adults
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

registration table

This event is in the "Kids" group

Black History Month Activity Station

All Day 2/1–2/28
Kids
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Activity Station
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Black History & Culture
Event Details:

Check out our Black History Month Activity Station when you visit the library! Drop-in crafts, activities, and a seek'n'find game! Available all month long in the Children's Room!

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

Black History Month Coloring Station

All Day 2/1–2/28
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Black History & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Visit the main desk on the Children's Floor at Riverfront Library for Black History Month themed coloring! Want your masterpiece put on display? Ask a librarian - we'll add it to our art wall.

Materials available while supplies last.

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SNOW DATE :India Center of Westchester

12:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

annual meeting

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Sunday Story Surprise

12:00pm–5:00pm
Everyone
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Yonkers Public Library is OPEN on SUNDAYS!

Drop in between 12-5pm each Sunday to discover what the Sunday Story Surprise is.

Different theme every week.

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

La Leche League of Yonkers Breastfeeding Support Group

1:00pm–2:00pm
Babies and Toddlers, Adults
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
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.