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.
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
Around the world, everyone is preparing to say goodbye to 2024 and get ready to celebrate the new year.
Happy Holidays from Yonkers Public Library! No matter what holiday you celebrate, this time of year is filled with joy, laughter and loved ones.
The National Book Awards were established in 1950 “to celebrate the best writing in the United States.” Since 1989, the National Book Awards have been overse
Established in 1919, Children’s Book Week is a celebration of books for young people and is the longest-runni
Veterans' Day is an opportunity to recognize those in our communities who risked their lives, health, and future for the good of the many.
If you’ve been on Instagram or TikTok lately, you may have seen posts touting the latest viral fad of “underconsumption-core.” Unlike other microtrends that have their fleeting moment of hype on social media, (we’re looking at you, Cottagecore, Co
Diwali (also spelled as Divali) is one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Sikhism and Jainism. It is celebrated throughout India, Singapore and several other South Asian countries as a national holiday.
When Halloween comes around, you might decorate with silky spider webs, creepy zombies, spooky ghosts, bony skeletons, and black bats.
October is Italian-American Heritage Month, a celebration of the achievements and contributions of those
Banned Books Week began in 1982 in response to a major increase in book bans and challenges in libraries, bookstores, and schools across the United States.
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 to celebrate the achievements, contributions, traditions, histories, and cultures of Hispanic Americans.