Week Calendar

Drop in for pastries, bagels, coffee, tea, hot chocolate, fruit and good conversation amongFriendsofCrestwoodLibrary, Yonkers PublicLibraryStaff, Yonkers PublicLibraryBoard & Foundation Members, elected officials and community members.

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 Helena as she leads us in our Wednesday Wellness Journey!

"The Y-ZONE is a community-based program for Yonkers residents, that empowers residents to be more successful in our digital world.

Join us for an interactive program of songs and stories for ages 5 & under.
Come have fun with Ms. Nancy!

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.

Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises that reduce the experience of stress and anxiety.

Join Coach Karina for a fitness workout in the early morning.
Special December Edition to get in shape for the Holidays!
All levels of fitness welcome.

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

Similar to Tai Chi, Qi Gong consists of gentle stretching exercises that incorporate the mind and the body. It has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress. Led by Jian-Yang Rong.

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.

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.
There will be no class November 8 (Election Day)and November 24 (Thanksgiving)

[Click here to register](https://ypl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=102431&backTo=Cale…).

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.

'Tis the season for gift giving, and what easier way to shop than from the convenience of your own home? Learn the ins and outs of online shopping from these top websites (individual registration required):

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

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85685952316

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85685952316

Join us as we discuss "Think Again: The Power of Knowing What You Don't Know" by Adam Grant week beginning on November 16th and running into February 2023

Learn how to use Microsoft Excel and create spreadsheets to store and organize all your information.

Taught by Rosetta Derentiis

Join us to hear a story and watch a book based short film. Then color with us!

In-person, rain or shine, at the Will Library for ages 2-6. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.
There will be no class November 8 (Election Day)and November 24 (Thanksgiving)

[Click here to register](https://ypl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=102433&backTo=Cale…) Discover some of the wond

Have you heard of Libby, Hoopla, and Kanopy but don't really known how to use them? Come to this informational session to understand what each app has to offer, how to create your account, and begin to start digitally borrowing titles.

Morocco vs Portugal

Storytime for young ones ages 2 and up with their accompanying grown up

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

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

It’s a Wonderful Life is one of the most popular motion pictures ever made and George Bailey one of the most beloved film characters.

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

Storytime: Stories, nursery rhymes, fingerplays, and songs for children ages 18 months to 3 years old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

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

Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!

Join award winning songwriter and performer Zev Haber for fun family music, dancing and using instruments.

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!

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

Fidelis Care Outreach

Fidelis Care Outreach

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

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

Fidelis Care Outreach

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

Tyrone Glover, CEO of Leverage Credit Recovery, will be presenting a series on the first Saturday of each month. Topics will include accessing credit reports, understanding the information, learning how to improve scores and more.

Get some in-person inspiration from Coach Charlie of HardKnocks Gym.
10 minute fitness consultations-set goals, learn exercises and get advice.
Don't forget to register for your 10 minute appointment!

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

​Have you ever felt like a solitary bird on a roof? Experiencing the the feelings of isolation and loneliness can feel the same way.

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

Join us in the auditorium for a screening of the film It's a Wonderful Life (1946), starring James Stewart and Donna Reed.

The Child Development Institute at Sarah Lawrence College provides children opportunities to create their own play experiences out of recycled and found materials through Community Adventure Play Experiences, or CAPE.

Join Crestwood Crew Member Say Marte to make your own gift bag!

Superstar rhythmic gymnast Margarita Mamun has reached a crucial moment in her career. At the age of twenty, she is soon to retire but has one final goal; winning Olympic gold.

Listen along with Z & Crestwood Crew to experience a magical musical interlude in your day!

Netherlands vs Argentina

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students, ages 5-12 in the Small People's Place. Parents/Guardians must stay - this is not a drop-off program.

Join us for an online chat with bestselling author Fredrik Backman as we discuss his outstanding body of work, including his breathtaking new novel, The Winners, the third installment of the Beartown series.

Join us to paint WinterBirches and Cardinals.

This program will begin on December 10 and not on December 3.

Create a traditional Pinata

Giant Connect 4, Jenga, Board Games and more!

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students, ages 5-12 in the Small People's Place. Parents/Guardians must stay - this is not a drop-off program.

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.

Tweens have their own gaming slot. Enjoy playing PS 5, Switch, XBOX One, and VR.

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.

Join this fun activity and learn to make bead earrings. For every pair you make to keep, you make one to be donated to a battered women's shelter.

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.

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.

Join us for some in person Trivia, Bingo, and cookie decorating as we celebrate the holidays!
Grab n go packets will be available while supplies last AFTER the program.

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

[Click here to register.](https://ypl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=102447&backTo=Cale…) Learn to code a video ga

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.

Join Phil and the crew for some holiday hijinks with a new craft and activity each week during this bright season.

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.

Make snowglobes with us at our Winter Wonderland Celebration! Snowglobes will be on a first come, first served basis. While supplies last. There will be hot cocoa, holiday songs, and a storytime.

This workshop series teaches you a way of thinking that enables you to overcome challenges, be decisive, and accept responsibility for your outcomes.

Start the Holiday Season with a fun event for all ages!

Hot drinks, story time, crafts and a tree lighting with music, fun, and much more.

Start the Holiday Season with a fun event for all ages!

Hot drinks, story time, crafts and a tree lighting with music, fun, and much more.

[Click here to register.](https://ypl.evanced.info/signup/EventDetails?EventId=102447&backTo=Cale…) Learn to code a video ga

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 in person.
Recommended for ages 5 to 10.
Each child gets 10 minutes to read so please register in advance.

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

Join Phil C and Volunteens to play some friendly games of chess.
Beginner, intermediate & advanced players will join in intergenerational fun.

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.

Our annual Christmas ornament workshop is back!

Children are invited to make two ornaments! One for our library Christmas tree and one for their Christmas tree at home!

USCFI class

Author and community organizer Tom Ray, will lead teen writers and readers through an exciting course to create our future authors.

USCFI class

This 3-week beginner class will cover basic ukulele skills, including strumming, chords, and finger picking. You should be able to attend all 3 sessions.

Sahaja Meditation is a simple, time-honored technique. It helps reduce stress, increase wellness, and bring better focus to help people become more centered and better balanced.

There will be a screening of the documentary ​Pound Ridge Massacre followed by a Q&A with its director Jon Scott Bennett.

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

Presented by SilverFox Cinema
a documentary about the joy, resilience and beauty of gospel music and the glorious people who sing it and live it at the Messiah Baptist Church in scenic downtown Yonkers

Join us for readings of classic mystery stories -- suspense, secrets, and surprises on the first Monday of every month!https://zoom.us/j/92060020444

Join us for an exciting virtual chat with the highly-acclaimed and award winning novelist, Geraldine Brooks in conversation about her most recent New York Times Bestselling novel Horse.

Join longtime yoga instructor Louise Fecher, E-RYT 200, for a gentle evening practice that focuses on basic yoga postures, pranayama, and deep relaxation.

Adults are invited to join Patricia D. Manning, Psy.D. for tips and tricks for time management, organization and planning.

Tonight's topic: Letting Go of Sentimental Things