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Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective

04/05/2025 @ 2:00pm - 05/23/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Riverfront Art Gallery, Yonkers Arts Weekend
Event Details:

Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective features the work of two feminist visionaries, Carol Massa and Elisabeth Jacobsen, whose work spans mediums from painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking and more.

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Acknowledgment: NYSCA grant program

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

Meditation and Chair Yoga with Nancy Guzman

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
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.

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

LEGO Club: Friday Fun Build with LEGO

1:30pm - 4:45pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, STEM & Technology
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Use the Library's LEGO to create something fun & put it on display!

Spend some of your Friday afternoon with us.

No registration required.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Empire Safety Driving Program

10:00am - 4:00pm
Adults
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Driving Safety Course

Call John Symonds for registration (914) 305-0712

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

Yonkers Writing Group

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Available
Event Details:

In addition to our writer meet-ups, we offer a variety of poetry trainings such as "Start Your Day Write", and workshops like " YWG Write-a-Thon."  These programs are designed to support writers in their creative endeavors and provide opportu

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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.

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

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

Unlocking Financial Wisdom: Conversation with a Leading Expert

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404
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 "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Mixed Media & Munch with Say: Celebrating Memorial Day

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Come work on some fun art projects with Say in honor of Memorial Day.

Light refreshments will be served.

 

 

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

Sew Amazing

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Full
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Learn the basics of sewing on a sewing machine.  Everyone will work on their own personal cloth bin. Please make sure you can attend before registering. Register below.

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!

9:00am - 10:00am
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Knitting and Coloring for Adults

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
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:

Join Ashley Covelli of Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen to make a fresh and colorful Mediterranean dish in celebration of National Salad Month!

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

Knit & Sip

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Spend time with friends and meet new ones while sipping on coffee and doing some needlework. Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon every Monday at your local library!

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

AAPI Film Fest

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these movies:

May 6 @ 2:30 pm: Crazy Rich Asians (Rated PG-13) 

May 27 @ 2:30 pm: The Wedding Banquet (Rated R)

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

Zumba on Zoom

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Virtual
Open
Registration Available
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Ditch the workout and join the party! Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yonkers Historical Society

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Adults
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Monthly meeting

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

The Art of the Journal

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join Elizabeth Gronke, Art Therapist and access educator, for a creative morning exploring the world of book making and journaling. We will look at some famous examples of journals from art history.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

GED Tutoring

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Teen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Free tutoring for the GED exam. Get one-on-one help with math, reading, writing, science and social studies.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Job Search Help

10:00am - 1:00pm
Adults
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career & Business
Event Details:

Are you looking for work? Get help with your resume and cover letter. Practice interviewing, learn some interviewing tips, and get job application assistance.

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

English Conversation Group

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: En Español, Learn a Language
Event Details:

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87177800403

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

The Kleshas: Exploring the Elusiveness of Happiness by Deborah Adele

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

Computer Basics

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Full
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Available
Event Details:

This computer basics series will cover everything you need to know to get familiar with using a computer. We will discuss hardware and software, using the mouse and opening and closing windows.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

Moderator Joseph Verdicchio, Ph.D. in History, NYU; Retired Social Studies Department Chair, Edgemont High School will lead a discussion on Solito by Javier Zamora.

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

Copacabana

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

An agent has his only client pose as both a French chanteuse and Brazilian bombshell to fool a nightclub owner.

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

Rather Be Reading Book Club

2:30pm - 3:30pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Black History & Culture, Books & Authors
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: All the Colors of the Dark by Chris Whitaker