Week Calendar

Please join us for an introduction to mindfulness. Rarely do we make good decisions when we act from a place of fear. Practicing mindfulness through breathing, chair yoga and Yoga Nidra can help to shift into a place of love.

Join Coach Elaine for a fitness workout in the early morning.

All levels of fitness welcome.

Energize your body and prepare your mind to face challenges from the comfort of your home! Have fun practicing mindfulness and movement for a better body mind connection.

Join us for an interactive program of songs and stories for children ages 1 1/2 to 4.
Registration required. Limited space.
Come and have fun with Ms. Judy!

Join Local Yonkers Yoga Teacher Mandy Engelke for this yoga class aimed at increasing flexibility and a sense of well being with strengthening and toning.

Reduce your stress through breathing exercises, meditation and chair yoga exercises, with Nancy Guzman.

[REGISTER HERE](http://conversations.westchesterlibraries.org/breathe/)

Energize your body and prepare your mind to face challenges from the comfort of your home! Have fun practicing mindfulness and movement for a better body mind connection.

The Will library is hosting nature walks with Hudson River Audubon conservation chair, Debbi Dolan. She will lead us on a route near the Will library to help us discover native plants, birds, butterflies, insects, trees and sounds.

Join the Resource Specialist from the Yonkers NNORC on Mondays to find out more about resources, benefits, and referral services in our Yonkers community for residents 60 years of age and over and their families.

Color at Crestwood with us!
We have coloring pencils and coloring sheets or bring your own!
Spend a relaxing hour with friends :)

NY Project Hope- Specialize in Crisis Counseling and assisting with healthcare referrals.

In-person, rain or shine, at the Will Library for ages 2-6. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

[Click here to register.](https://ypl.evanced.info/admin/signup/EventDetails?EventId=96150&backTo…) Learn the basics of

Learn how to use Microsoft word and create documents such as invitations, and much more!

May 17: Learn the Basics
May 24: Advanced Class

Taught by Rosetta Derentiis and Will Librarians

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.

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

The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz

By reading and sharing about this book we will undertake an exploration of “self”.

Do you need help accessing ebooks through apps? Want some instruction on how to work your kindle or other electronic device? Think you could use some pointers on how to use Libby and Hoopla?

In-person, rain or shine, at the Will Library for ages 2-6. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Y-ZONE Cohort

Listen along with Friends of Crestwood Library & Crestwood Crew to a classical musical concert. Listen while you work, play and add music to your day!

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

This series will feature a brief meditation led by Drew Barnes, LMSW, then Concerts in Motion musicians will continue the experience by performing calming, meditative music. Nomeditationexperience is necessary.

Learn new songs and sing your favorites as you learn signs from ASL to support language development, self-expression, and bilingualism.

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

For anyone that has had a dog, still has a dog, or is planning to buy a dog, this presentation is for you. Common dog breeds and characteristics will be discussed as well as puppy and dog training procedures.

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88922764632

Meeting ID: 889 2276 4632

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

Cleopatra A Life by Stacy Schiff

Listen along with Sally Pinto & friends from NNORC to experience a magical musical performance of various music professionals playing different genres.

Increase your mobility, strength, stability and flexibility. Specifically designed to help older adults and and those with limited mobility to obtain and maintain functional fitness that is beneficial to every day living.

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

YPL invites you to join for a guided walk through the Untermyer Gardens. This 90 minutes tour will be led by a docent and focus on horticulture. Please bring comfortable footwear and be prepared to walk.

An informal, interactive and fun-filled musical experience designed for young listeners.

Supported by funds from Metropolitan New York Library Council (METRO) through American Recovery Plan Act

Fidelis Care Outreach

Listen along with Sally Pinto & friends from NNORC to experience a magical musical performance of Broadway Standards.

Fidelis Care Outreach

Fidelis Care Outreach

Listen along with Sally Pinto, Z & friends from NNORC to experience a magical musical interlude in your day!

Listen along with Sally Pinto, Z & friends from NNORC to experience a magical musical interlude to jog your memories of yesteryear.

Aging in Place: A Guide to Growing Older at Home (Part 2)

If you want to start learning Spanish from the bottom up, you've come to the right place!

YMCA Enviro Earth Club

[Click here to register.](https://ypl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=96131&backTo=Calen…) Join [NORY](

Online fitness class facilitated by local yoga teacher Shannon Reilly. Yin is a slower, mindful yoga practice in which we address the connective tissue in our bodies.

Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed every year on the last Monday in May. Join us as we honor those who served in the United States military with a story and craft!

Sing 2 - PG-13
Buster Moon and his friends must persuade reclusive rock star Clay Calloway to join them for the opening of a new show.

Puzzles and Pizza.

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6.
No registration required.
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5PM.

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
Fridays, 3-5 pm

Children's Room, 2nd Floor

*When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

Are you having trouble with your email? Curious about Facebook? Want to learn how to download music or eBooks? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6.

No registration required.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5PM.

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

Learn about the Environment and Native Gardening.

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6. No registration. Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. Starts Monday, October 4.

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
Fridays, 3-5 pm

Children's Room, 2nd Floor

*When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

Play PS 4 and XBox One with your friends.

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6.
No registration required.
Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5PM.
Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

Are you having trouble with your email? Curious about Facebook? Want to learn how to download music or eBooks? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7.

Mondays and Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm
Fridays, 3-5 pm

Children's Room, 2nd Floor

*When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

Read to Cooper the Therapy Dog starting @ 4PM in-person at the library! Recommended for ages 5-12.

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.

Children can read to Cooper, the Therapy Dog. Recommended for children ages 5 to 10. Each child has 10 minutes to read to Cooper, so please register in advance.

Join us to catch up, hang out, share a poem or short story, play jeopardy, plan our teenzine, & future teen programs.

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.

What are virtual private networks (vpns) and IP addresses? Learn how to navigate these while protecting your personal information and connecting with others.

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.

Come see Mariachi Artistico at 4pm, followed by the Telpochcalli Children's performers at 5pm for an evening of fun Mexican music and dancing!

Teens will be learning how to record, produce and engineer their own music. After 14 weeks, teens will have finished music ready to publish. There will be a culminating live performance at the end of the program.

Artist Shanequa Benitez will teach artists how to take their paintings to the next level by using mediums and stencils on fabric. All supplies are provided free of charge. Each participant will leave with a completed tote bag.

In Celebration of Memorial Day, create fabulous art with local Yonkers Artist Teresa Pereira featuring patriotic symbols.

You will need the following art supplies: paper, oil pastels and watercolor.

Learn about digital photography from a professional photographer! Take photos using the library's cameras in a three week series! For children ages 10-12.
Limited registration for all three sessions.

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use. *Masks must be worn.

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.

YOM Walks with Friends of Crestwood Library
Tuesdays at 5:15pm
Meet in front of the Library

Literacy Solutions - U.S. Civics for Immigrants (USCFI)

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

The soothing sounds of multiple singing bowls will calm the mind and harmonize the body, releasing stress, worry, and pain. Sound Healer Michelle Clifton is a licensed massage therapist specializing in sound healing with Tibetan Singing Bowls.

Join Melt Instructor Louise Fecher, E-RYT, to practice the basics of the Melt Hand and Foot Method, a unique self-care technique featured in the bestselling book The Melt Method, written by MELT creator Sue Hitzmann.

Forever Young Adult is a group for YA fans who are a little less "Y" and a bit more "A." Whether you're a regular YA reader or you need a break from your usual "To Read" list, all are welcome!