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Mercy University - School of Nursing Outreach table

9:30am–5:00pm
Everyone
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 3
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY), Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Are you looking for information about your health or guidance on managing a chronic condition?

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Free Play @ Will

10:00am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-5. No registration.

This event is in the "Adults" group

GED Tutoring

10:00am–1:00pm
Adults
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Teen Room (3rd Floor)
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 "Babies and Toddlers" group

Rhyme Time with Nancy

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

Get moving and shaking to Miss Nancy's rhymes, stories, and songs followed by coloring. 

 

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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.

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 Overthinker's Guide to Making Decisions: How to Make Decisions Without Losing Your Mind by Joseph Nguyen

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Babies and Books

11:00am–11:30am
Babies and Toddlers
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime and songs for children from birth to 18 months old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Bilingual Storytime! @Will

11:15am–11:45am
Babies and Toddlers
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: En Español, Storytime
Event Details:

Songs and stories in English and Spanish for ages 0-5! No Registration.

¡Canciones y cuentos en inglés y español para niños de 0 a 5 años! No hay registro.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

Cozy Up With Cooper

11:30am–12:00pm
Babies and Toddlers
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Early Literacy & Parenting Classes
Event Details:

Cooper, a large sheepdog, will come to visit after storytime. It doesn't matter if your child is afraid of dogs or is an animal lover - Cooper is gentle and friendly and ready to meet you!

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

History Lovers Book Club: All That She Carried by Tiya Miles

11:30am–12:30pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
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 this month’s history book club discussion.

This event is in the "Everyone" group

Concerts in Motion: Chinese Bilingual

1:00pm–2:00pm
Everyone
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

Listen along with us to a delightful Chinese Bilingual Concert brought to you via Concerts in Motion.

This event is in the "Adults 55+" group

Movement & Meditation with Sarah

1:00pm–2:00pm
Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Have you always wanted to try meditation? Have you tried and found it challenging?

In this guided meditation class we will be exploring gentle movement and breathwork as an entry point to relaxation and inner peace.

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

Movie of the Month: Springsteen - Deliver Me from Nowhere

2:00pm–4:30pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies & Film Discussion, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Jeremy Allen White stars in this intimate film about the making of Bruce Springsteen's acoustic album Nebraska. On the cusp of global superstardom, the young musician struggles to reconcile the pressures of success with the ghosts of his past.

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

Crestwood Knitting Circle

3:00pm–5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Knitting Novice or Knitting Ninja - there is a place for you in the Crestwood Knitting Circle.

FREE Project bag, knitting needles, and yarn skein available on a first come, first served basis.

Gather Knit and Chat with us!

This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

3:15pm–5:00pm
Kids
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Homework Help from a certified teacher for Kindergarten to Grade 6.

No registration required.

Mondays 3:15-5pm, Tuesdays 4:45-6pm, Wednesdays 3:15-5pm & Thursdays 4:45-6pm.

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Acknowledgement: Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library

Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library logo

This program is made possible through generous support from the Foundation for the Yonkers Public Library (FYPL).

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

National Women Inventor's Month

3:30pm–4:30pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: STEM & Technology
Event Details:

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. 

Learn about women inventors throughout the history of the United States. Color your favorite inventor picture!

This event is in the "Kids" group

America Reads

3:30pm–6:30pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

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Parents must stay

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

This event is in the "Kids" group

Read to Cooper at Riverfront

4:00pm–4:45pm
Kids
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 "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

4:00pm–6:00pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201 (2nd Floor)
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Get homework help from a qualified tutor - no registration required!

This free program is available to students in grades K–7 and runs during the school year while school is in session.

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This event is in the "Kids" group

Homework Helper @ Will

4:00pm–6:00pm
Kids
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Homework Helper Station
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6. No registration. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 4-6PM; Thursdays 4-5:30PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

The Last Homework Helper will end on June 11.

This event is in the "Kids" group

Kids' Chess Club

6:00pm–7:00pm
Kids
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

Relax & Restore Sound Meditation with Michelle Clifton

7:00pm–8:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The soothing sounds of multiple singing bowls will calm the mind and harmonize the body, releasing stress, worry, and pain.

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Acknowledgment: Westchester County Board of Legislators

This program is made possible by Westchester County Government with the support of the County Executive and the Board of Legislators.

Seal: "County Board of Legislators - Westchester County, NY - County Organized 1683"

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group

1000 Book Thursdays @ Crestwood

10:30am–11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
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.

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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

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.