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Happy Birthday Abraham Lincoln!

Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1809 in Hardin County, Kentucky. His family moved to Indiana in 1816 and then to Illinois in 1830. He self taught himself the law and passed the Illinois bar to become a lawyer.

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The Heart! Library Lovers Month! Valentine’s Day!

Adults know that the shape of the real heart isn’t actually the shape all of us have come to know as a heart. It’s a shape that’s everywhere, from emojis to greeting cards to the much-loved Valentine’s Day.

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Resources for African American history and genealogy research

You don’t have to visit the library to do serious research into African American studies! Historic materials are being digitized and made available every year, so historians and genealogists can find new answers to old questions.

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Black History Month 2025

Black History Month is a time not only to celebrate the accomplishments of Black Americans throughout history who have created impactful change, but to reflect on the history of racism and slavery in America and the strides Black America

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Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Martin Luther King Jr. Day is on Monday, January 15th. On this day, we celebrate the life and birthday of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. It is a day to remember and reflect on his work for the advancement of civil rights.

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Heroes of the Hudson River

Frank and Kay Kendrick were long serving members of the United States Volunteer Life Saving Corps in Yonkers. This organization rescued people in the Hudson River that were drowning or in boating accidents.

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New Year's Around the World 2025

Around the world, everyone is preparing to say goodbye to 2024 and get ready to celebrate the new year.

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Major Holiday Celebrations

Happy Holidays from Yonkers Public Library! No matter what holiday you celebrate, this time of year is filled with joy, laughter and loved ones.

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The Gilded Gentleman: Jack the Ripper

The Gilded Gentleman history podcast takes listeners on a cultural and social journey into mansions, salons, dining rooms, libraries, and theaters including th

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