Week Calendar

The holidays are here and you are invited to a grounding gratitude meditation with Andrea from Thrive Reiki.

Join us for some breathing and meditation exercises to ground you and bring you peace.

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

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!

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

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

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

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

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

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Learn the basics of Powerpoint to create a slide presentation. Registration for this event includes Part I and Part II.

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.

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

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

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

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

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83634751958

Our Positive Psychology Reading Group is now reading: 

Don't Believe Everything You Think: Why Your Thinking is the Beginning & End of Suffering (Expanded Edition) by Joseph Nguyen

This computer basics series will cover everything you need to know to get familiar with using a computer. We will discuss hardware and software, using the mouse and opening and closing windows.

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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.

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Join neighborhood seniors to gather together socially for light conversation over coffee and tea.

Learn the basics of Powerpoint to create a slide presentation. Registration for this event includes Part I and Part II.

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

FSW|COMHPS Program

Come talk to a Resource Specialist from the Yonkers NNORC and find out what services are available to you as a neighborhood resident!

Book Sale

Book Sale

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Science plus stories and songs, plus art, plus technology, plus engineering, plus weekly projects! Science plus FUN!

Families enjoy a traditional storytime, then work together on a project. Different themes every week.

Join us for a session of stories and songs in Spanish and English! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

Join us for a special 2 hour workshop where we will design holiday decor to celebrate the season.  Just bring your imagination and we will bring the supplies. Register below.

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

Holiday gatherings are in full swing - are you prepared?

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

As the Czech Republic's capital and cultural heart, Prague's remarkably preserved medieval and baroque architecture creates one of Europe's most enchanting settings, while its thousand-year history as the seat of kings and emperors provides a maje

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.

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.

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

Holiday dance party with treats and caroling around the library! Special guests and surprises, too!

No registration.

Get one on one tech assistance (up to 15 minutes). First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

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

Toys, coloring, and fun with our big blue blocks for ages 0-8! No registration.

Youth Girls Club

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Yonkers Public Library is OPEN on SUNDAYS!

Drop in between 12-5pm each Sunday to discover what the Sunday Story Surprise is.

Different theme every week.

The Cove has a chalkboard wall, and we want you to help us decorate it!

Looking for support on your parenting journey? Join a bilingual doula for guided conversations on early parenting topics - from pregnancy through postpartum and beyond. Babies and toddlers welcome!

This concert will have relaxing music to start off the week!

This concert will have classic hits and familiar songs for the audience to sing along to!

The Cove has a chalkboard wall, and we want you to help us decorate it!

This concert will feature music and beats to groove along with! Expect music you would hear in a cafe with live music.

Senior center

Build something special with legos and put it on display! This program is for children up to age 12.

Karate Demonstration

Listen to a magical musical interlude to jog your memories of yesteryear.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5270678391

Meeting ID: 5270678391

Spend time with friends and meet new ones while sipping on coffee and doing some needlework. Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon every Monday at your local library!

Join Kate Hoffman, MS, RD, CDN, an outpatient dietitian from NewYork-Presbyterian's The One in White Plains for an important discussion on the advantages of the Mediterranean Diet and how it can slow down the aging process.

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

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Happy Holidays! Be well and stay well!

Give yourself the gift of getting what you want. Wondering how to turn your financial dreams into reality? 

Want to manifest your goals? 

The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay, uses the powerful art of Storytelling to provide essential tools for the youth.

Growing pile of mending projects at home? Join us every 2nd + 3rd Saturday to work on them together.

Log on and learn the seven spots guests notice first! Tidy up with bestselling author and expert organizer Jamie Novak during this virtual program when she reveals the seven spots, we often forget to tidy.

Who says book clubs get to have all the fun?

Watch a movie at home and then come join us at the library to discuss it. We will pick different genres every month!

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!

Play PS 5, VR, Switch, and Board Games with your friends.

Do you enjoy the excitement of a good thriller or a mystery that surprises you? Join the Mystery/Thriller Book Club! Each month we'll discuss a different book, share what we've been reading recently, and recommend favorites.

This concert will feature upbeat songs to get our listeners dancing and ready to enjoy the weekend!

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/426474125

Join us in some holiday fun with Joan Lloyd and Crestwood Crew for an afternoon of earring making.

This December marks Jane Austen's 250th birthday. Join us in celebrating with a showing of the Academy Award nominated adaption of Pride & Prejudice (PG) starring Keira Knightley and Matthew Macfadyen.

Learn the basics of using a sewing machine.  Our classes will focus on sustainability.  We will repurpose unused materials to create a pan handle cover. Register below.

The Chess & Learning Program teaches critical thinking, focus, and decision-making through the game of chess. Each session blends gameplay with activities that connect strategy to real-life problem-solving.

In this insightful workshop, we dive deep into financial literacy.  We will explore key principles that empower individuals and communities to build wealth, make informed financial decisions, and achieve economic independence.

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Make a Gingerbread House DIY Craft Stickers Scenes.

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

No registration required.

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

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. 

Come play games in Tech Central! We have more than just our Switch available to play during this extra hour of gaming fun. Enjoy games on our laptops, VR headsets, PS5, and more!

Enjoy some extra afternoon fun! We'll have The Cove stocked with puzzles and toys that aren't typically available - including chalk.

"Join us for an afternoon game of imagination, storytelling, teamwork, and throwing many dice at our Tabletop RPG game night.

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!

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

No registration required.

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

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. 

Learn about preserving the environment and conserving our natural resources.

Color Nature pictures!

Your local librarians are here to help with one-on-one assistance with your smart devices and specific questions you may have about them such as downloading eBook apps or an issue with your email.

Happy Hanukkah! As the holiday comes to a close, we're celebrating with some fun shows and coloring. Join us to watch Clifford, Elena of Avalor, and Blue learn about the history and traditions of Hanukkah with their friends!

A brief introduction to the rules and pieces of chess for children ages 7-12. No registration.

Learn how to make this delicious holiday treat! Register below.

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.

Schedule:

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.

If you have ever visited Untermyer Gardens during their Grand Holiday Illumination, you know that it is a magical event.

Read the beloved picture book and make a sweet treat! No Registration, but supplies are limited. Recommended for children aged 4-7.

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

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.

Schedule:

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.

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

No registration required.

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

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. 

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.

Schedule:

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.

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

Join Ed Walsh from Friends of Crestwood Library and Volunteens to play some friendly games of chess. 

Beginner, intermediate & advanced players are welcomed to join in some 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.

The Last Homework Helper will be June 11.

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.

Schedule:

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.

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

No registration required.

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

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. 

“My idea of good company, Mr Elliot, is the company of clever, well-informed people, who have a great deal of conversation; that is what I call good company." 

Join Zoe for an hour of Zen activities afterschool.

Chat over snacks, play games and hang out in our teen room.
 

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.

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. 

Come get together twice a month to jam with fellow guitarists and share techniques. Brining your own instrument is required. 

Ditch the workout and join the party! 
 

This class is in person at the Riverfront Library and on Zoom simultaneously. Join us either way!
 

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Weekly Support Meeting

Make friends and play chess! For children who know how to play chess. Chess sets available! No registration.

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