Pride Month, and the People We Hope to Reach
There is a common misconception that libraries order LGBTQ+ books exclusively for teenaged and young adult readers.
Library Service Alert
All Yonkers Public Library (YPL) locations will be closed Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27 in observance of Memorial Day.
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Podcast Review: Making Gay History
Making Gay History is the perfect podcast to listen to for Pride Month.
National Senior Health and Fitness Day 2023
As we age, it becomes more important to physically take care of our bodies. According to the CDC, all older adults benefit from regular, moderate exercise.
Summer Reading - Log and Review Books
On June 1, the Yonkers Public Library will launch its Summer Reading program, where you can log the books you’ve read and write reviews to win prizes. This program is open to all ages.
World Dracula Day
May 26 is celebrated as World Dracula Day, the day that the famous novel
Museum Pass Spotlight: Intrepid Sea, Air and Space Museum
Memorial Day Weekend is coming this weekend! To commemorate the holiday we've also put together a list of recommended reading. Check out the book list here.
Right to Read Day - National Library Week
This week is National Library Week, a celebration of the critical role that libraries and literature play in our everyday lives.
Sherlock Holmes Day
Sir Arthur Conan Doyle is best known for being the author of Sherlock Holmes.
National Streaming Day
May 20 is National Streaming Day, a celebration of the streaming platforms that have transformed our media landscape.
Celebrate Yonkers Arts Weekend 2023 at Riverfront Library
Yonkers Public Library (YPL) is a proud supporter of Yonkers' thriving art scene and we're pleased to host several Yonkers Arts Weekend 2023 events at Riverfront Library this Saturday,
Learn Fashion Design Online with Industry Experts and Professionals (and it's free with your library card)
Coco Chanel, Virgil Abloh, Vera Wang, Manolo Blahnik and Vivienne Westwood are iconic self-taught fashion designers!
International Museum Day
May 18 is International Museum Day, a celebration of the important cultural and educational role that museums play in enriching the lives of people around the world.
Podcast Review: The Tattooed Historian
The Tattooed Historian is a history podcast that is accessible, edgy and fun. The host of the podcast is historian John Heckman.