This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Read to Cooper at Riverfront 4:00pm–4:45pm Kids Riverfront Library This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Read to Cooper at Riverfront 4:00pm–4:45pm Riverfront Library Library Branch: Riverfront Library Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Early Literacy & Parenting Classes Event Details: Kids can practice reading to Cooper, a certified therapy dog who works with R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs®), a national program that helps children improve their reading skills.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Concerts in Motion - Youth Series Wednesdays 5:00pm–6:00pm Everyone Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Concerts in Motion - Youth Series Wednesdays 5:00pm–6:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Music & Dance Event Details: Come hear and encourage young musicians from all over New York City as they perform in this youth concert series.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Jazz Band Rehearsal 5:30pm–8:00pm Adults Will Library This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Jazz Band Rehearsal 5:30pm–8:00pm Will Library Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Auditorium Age Group: Adults Program Type: Music & Dance Event Details: The Library Jazz Band is rehearsing and you are invited to come and listen. The Library Jazz Band is a full 17 piece orchestra including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and a rhythm section.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Kids' Chess Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Kids Will Library This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Kids' Chess Club 6:00pm–7:00pm Will Library Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Children's Homework Helper Station Age Group: Kids Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment Event Details: Make friends and play chess! For children who know how to play chess. Chess sets available! No registration.
This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Are Invasive Plants Really Bad For Birds? 7:00pm–8:00pm Teens, Adults, Adults 55+ Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Teens" group This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 18 2026 Wed Are Invasive Plants Really Bad For Birds? 7:00pm–8:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+ Program Type: Environment & Ecology Event Details: Vast amounts of conservation resources are annually allocated to invasive plant removal, with the goal of improving habitat quality for wildlife.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Creation Station: Happy Hearts Month All Day Everyone Crestwood Library This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Creation Station: Happy Hearts Month All Day Crestwood Library Library Branch: Crestwood Library Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY Event Details: Create something and give it to someone and make someone's heart happy this month.We've got the supplies and you bring your creativity.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Winter Reading Warmup Challenge: Beanstack & Book Talks 9:00am–10:00am Adults, Adults 55+ Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Winter Reading Warmup Challenge: Beanstack & Book Talks 9:00am–10:00am Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+ Program Type: Books & Authors, Winter Reading Event Details: Learn how to sign up for our Winter Reading Program online via Beanstack and hear about some great reads!
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group Feb 19 2026 Thu 1000 Book Thursdays @ Crestwood 10:30am–11:00am Babies and Toddlers Crestwood Library This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group Feb 19 2026 Thu 1000 Book Thursdays @ Crestwood 10:30am–11:00am Crestwood Library Library Branch: Crestwood Library Room: Crestwood Children's Room Age Group: Babies and Toddlers Program Type: Storytime Event Details: Join us to hear a story, watch a book based short film, and color with us.Participants are encouraged to join the YPL 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program. More Information 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 Feb 19 2026 Thu Storytime @ WILL! 10:30am–11:00am Babies and Toddlers Will Library This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Storytime @ WILL! 10:30am–11:00am 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 "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Senior Talk Thursdays 10:30am–11:30am Adults 55+ Crestwood Library This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Senior Talk Thursdays 10:30am–11:30am Crestwood Library Library Branch: Crestwood Library Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area Age Group: Adults 55+ Program Type: Community Engagement Event Details: Join neighborhood seniors to gather together socially for light conversation over coffee and tea.
This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Intro to PowerPoint Part I and II 10:30am–12:00pm Adults Riverfront Library Open Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Intro to PowerPoint Part I and II 10:30am–12:00pm Riverfront Library Open Library Branch: Riverfront Library Room: Riverfront Learning Lab Age Group: Adults Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology Registration Available Event Details: Computer Class Yonkers Public Library's technology classes help adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow comfortable in today's digital world. From learning the basics of how to use a computer to creating spreadsheets in Excel, there is a class for everyone. No prior knowledge of topics is required. Learn the basics of Powerpoint to create a slide presentation. Registration for this event includes Part I and Part II.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Westchester Breathes 11:00am–12:00pm Adults, Adults 55+ Will Library This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Westchester Breathes 11:00am–12:00pm Will Library Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Conference Room Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+ Program Type: Health & Wellness Event Details: Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing, and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive effect on health and well-being. As the new year begins, reset each moment with calm and clarity.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Music by Zev 11:15am–12:00pm Babies and Toddlers, Kids Riverfront Library This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Music by Zev 11:15am–12:00pm Riverfront Library Library Branch: Riverfront Library Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Music & Dance, Storytime Event Details: Zev is a children's musician who has been performing original, hip and fun kids music at schools, camps, family events, and private parties for over 10 years.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Chalk It Up! 12:00pm–1:00pm Babies and Toddlers Riverfront Library This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Chalk It Up! 12:00pm–1:00pm Riverfront Library Library Branch: Riverfront Library Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) Age Group: Babies and Toddlers Program Type: Crafts & DIY Event Details: The Cove has a chalkboard wall, and we want you to help us decorate it! More Information 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 "Everyone" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Concerts in Motion: Coffee House Thursdays 12:00pm–1:00pm Everyone Virtual Virtual Event This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Concerts in Motion: Coffee House Thursdays 12:00pm–1:00pm Virtual Library Branch: Virtual Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Music & Dance Event Details: This concert will feature music and beats to groove along with! Expect music you would hear in a cafe with live music.
This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The Princess and the Frog (G) - Black Onscreen Family Film Series 1:00pm–3:00pm Babies and Toddlers, Kids Riverfront Library This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The Princess and the Frog (G) - Black Onscreen Family Film Series 1:00pm–3:00pm Riverfront Library Library Branch: Riverfront Library Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor) Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion Event Details: We're celebrating Black History Month! Join us in The Cove for a showing of The Princess and the Frog. More Information 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 "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Create Your Family Tree 2:00pm–3:00pm Adults, Adults 55+ Will Library Open Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Create Your Family Tree 2:00pm–3:00pm Will Library Open Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Computer Room Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+ Program Type: Genealogy Registration Available Event Details: Get together to talk about your genealogical research. Learn how to access thousands of genealogical records using the Library's online resources and databases such as HeritageQuest, Family Search and Ancestry!
This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Teen Gaming @ Will 2:00pm–4:00pm Teens Will Library This event is in the "Teens" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Teen Gaming @ Will 2:00pm–4:00pm Will Library Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Teen Area Age Group: Teens Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment Event Details: Play PS 5, VR, Switch, and Board Games with your friends.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The Gourmet Gang Cooking Club 2:30pm–3:30pm Adults, Adults 55+ Will Library Open Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The Gourmet Gang Cooking Club 2:30pm–3:30pm Will Library Open Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Board Room Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+ Program Type: Community Engagement, Cooking, Health & Wellness Registration Available Event Details: Calling all food lovers, avid cooks, and beginner chefs!
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The Peekskill Riots 2:30pm–4:00pm Adults, Adults 55+ Will Library Open Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The Peekskill Riots 2:30pm–4:00pm Will Library Open Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Auditorium Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+ Program Type: Black History & Culture, Local History Registration Available Event Details: On August 27 and September 4th, 1949, violence broke out at two concerts held outside Peekskill, NY, headlined by black singer, actor, and activist Paul Robeson.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Kid Switch Gaming 2:30pm–4:30pm Kids Riverfront Library This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Kid Switch Gaming 2:30pm–4:30pm Riverfront Library Library Branch: Riverfront Library Room: Riverfront Sensory Room (2nd Floor) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment Event Details: Come play our Nintendo Switch with on the second floor! Feel free to bring your own Switch to play your E-rated games with friends, too.
This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Sea Turtles & Coral Reef Art Workshop 2:30pm–4:30pm Adults, Adults 55+ Will Library Open Registration Available This event is in the "Adults" group This event is in the "Adults 55+" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Sea Turtles & Coral Reef Art Workshop 2:30pm–4:30pm Will Library Open Library Branch: Will Library Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+ Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY Registration Available Event Details: Art Inspires Wellness supports visual art enrichment in communities through innovative, engaging instruction via problem based learning art projects.
This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The African Storyteller: Subomi Macaulay 3:00pm–4:00pm Everyone Crestwood Library This event is in the "Everyone" group Feb 19 2026 Thu The African Storyteller: Subomi Macaulay 3:00pm–4:00pm Crestwood Library Library Branch: Crestwood Library Room: Crestwood Children's Room Age Group: Everyone Program Type: Black History & Culture Event Details: You are invited to join The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay as we celebrate Black History month through the powerful art of Storytelling More Information 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.
This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Mid-Winter Break Art Camp 3:00pm–5:00pm Kids Riverfront Library This event is in the "Kids" group Feb 19 2026 Thu Mid-Winter Break Art Camp 3:00pm–5:00pm Riverfront Library Library Branch: Riverfront Library Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels (2nd Floor) Age Group: Kids Program Type: Arts & Culture Event Details: Art Inspires Wellness supports art enrichment for students outside the classroom. More Information 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. Parents must stay Parents/Guardians must stay - this is not a drop-off program.