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Bridging Chasms

All Day 3/23 - 5/16
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Gallery Exhibit
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Borders can act as cultural unifiers, allowing for groups to build community around shared experiences and values.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yonkers Community Network Meeting

9:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Yonkers Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

Spring 2024 In-Person Community Network Meeting for the Yonkers Community Network and Westchester County Department of Community Mental Health.

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

Storytime with Mr. Ralph

11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come hear stories old and new! Let your imagination carry you away to distant places and times!

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn to Type

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Free online typing program - self paced. Learn to type or improve your speed and accuracy.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Riverfront Playtime

3:30pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Enjoy the building blocks, lights, and other equipment available in our Sensory Room for this hour of free play. All families with children 12 and under are welcome to stop by, no reservation required.

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 "Kids" group.

Bubble Tea Bingo

3:45pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

We're celebrating National Bubble Tea Day (also known as Boba Tea Day) with bubble tea bingo! Come play for the chance to win bubble tea-themed prizes and enjoy a bubble tea mochi snack.

Materials available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Riverfront, Teen Gaming Tuesdays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

FSSY - Kinship Support Group

10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

Kinship Support Program

This event is in the "Adults" group.

GED Tutoring

10:00am - 1:00pm
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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Art Starts: Toddlers Explore Fine Art

11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Each month, toddlers will learn about a different fine artist and their technique, and then they will create their own art inspired by the artist.

Disclaimer(s)

Parents must stay

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

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

Scam Prevention: Safeguarding Seniors

11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Computer Classes, Health & Wellness, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 16
Event Details:

It's a dangerous world. Come learn to protect yourself from scams targeting seniors, online, over the phone and in person, and protect your identity, your bank account and your family.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

3:30pm - 5:30pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, 3:30-6 pm, Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm Fridays, 3-5 pm.

Children's Room, 2nd Floor *When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read to Cooper at Riverfront

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Cancelled
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 203
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Early Literacy & Parenting Classes
Event Details:

Register to read to Cooper the Therapy Dog.  Check in when you arrive to get your time slot.  

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Intro to SoundTrap

4:00pm - 5:30pm
Riverfront Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Music & Dance, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn to make music and mix beats with SoundTrap.

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

Happy Baby Day!

11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Join us as we celebrate Baby Day on May 2nd! Baby themed stories, snacks, and more. 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn to Type

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Free online typing program - self paced. Learn to type or improve your speed and accuracy.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Riverfront Teen Gaming Thursdays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kid Switch Gaming

4:00pm - 6:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Come play our Nintendo Switch with a librarian in Room 201! Feel free to bring your own Switch to play your E-rated games with friends, too.

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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Father Goose Stories

11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Tech Drop In

11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology

STEM/Technology

STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and math. These four fields share an emphasis on innovation, problem-solving, and critical thinking. 

Event Details:

Get one on one tech assistance. First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

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

Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground

11:45am - 2:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
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

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.

Parents must stay

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, 3:30-6 pm, Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm Fridays, 3-5 pm.

Children's Room, 2nd Floor *When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Free Comic Book Day 2024

All Day
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement
Event Details:

We are very excited to be a Free Comic Book Day giveaway site on May 4, 2024! We’ll be celebrating all day in the Riverfront Children's Department. Join us for free all-ages comics, available while supplies last.