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This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Father Goose Stories

11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Tech Drop In

11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology

STEM/Technology

STEM is an acronym for science, technology, engineering, and math. These four fields share an emphasis on innovation, problem-solving, and critical thinking. 

Event Details:

Get one on one tech assistance. First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Fun Fridays with Imagination Playground

11:45am - 2:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

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

Disclaimer(s)

Children under 8

No person shall leave young children (ages eight and under) unattended anywhere on library premises. Parents or guardians are expected to look after their children while visiting the library with them.

Parents must stay

Parents/Guardians must stay - this is not a drop-off program.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, 3:30-6 pm, Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm Fridays, 3-5 pm.

Children's Room, 2nd Floor *When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Glow-in-the-Dark Constellation Craft

12:30pm - 1:30pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Celebrate this spring's Astronomy Day with us! We're learning the shapes of some real constellations and making up our own with an awesome glowing craft. Materials available while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Talk Finances with an Expert!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Business, Community Engagement
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Sleepy Hollow Cemetery Walking Tour

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Library
Closed
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness, Local History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn about author Washington Irving and other local historical figures on this one-hour walking tour! Comfortable walking shoes are recommended due to the hilly terrain. The tour will be held rain or shine.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Family Board Games

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

With over 60 games to choose from, you're sure to find something you'll love to play with your family and friends. We've added more games for young children to our collection too, so even toddlers can join in the fun!

Disclaimer(s)

Children under 8

No person shall leave young children (ages eight and under) unattended anywhere on library premises. Parents or guardians are expected to look after their children while visiting the library with them.

Parents must stay

Parents/Guardians must stay - this is not a drop-off program.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Happy Asian-American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month! To celebrate, visit us in the Sensory Room for screenings of animated movies with Asian and Pacific Islander protagonists.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Create Your Family Tree / Crea tu árbol de familia

10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

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!

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Come join us for a special bilingual storytime with our friends from Que Paso Latinx! Sandra Moncada (LMSW MHCP) will read books that teach young children about different emotions, as well as how to tell which emotion they are feeling.

Disclaimer(s)

Children under 8

No person shall leave young children (ages eight and under) unattended anywhere on library premises. Parents or guardians are expected to look after their children while visiting the library with them.

Parents must stay

Parents/Guardians must stay - this is not a drop-off program.

This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Maker Mondays for Seniors: Diamond Painting Bookmarks

11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Enjoy the relaxing art of Diamond Painting. Please register below.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Local History drop-in

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Genealogy, Local History
Event Details:

Interested in doing research on Yonkers and Westchester history? Join us for a research drop-in and learn about what the YPL Archives has to offer. We can show you additional resources for your research, and help you find what you need.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

3:30pm - 6:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

After school homework help with Angelica Campoverde, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, 3:30-6 pm, Wednesdays, 3:30-5:30 pm Fridays, 3-5 pm.

Children's Room, 2nd Floor *When Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Learn to Draw

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Grab some pens and paper! Come and learn how to draw face portraits.

Disclaimer(s)

Children under 8

No person shall leave young children (ages eight and under) unattended anywhere on library premises. Parents or guardians are expected to look after their children while visiting the library with them.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Maker Mondays for Teens: Diamond Painting Bookmarks

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Enjoy the relaxing art of Diamond Painting.  Please register below.

This event is in the "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.

Planeswalkers United

4:00pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Library
Cancelled
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Yonkers Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Come experience the realm of planeswalkers, Eldrazi, Phyrexians and the vast, extended MTG universe. Play matches - casual or exhibition - and trade cards, or take advantage of our Welcome Decks to get into the game. All are welcome!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Google Docs

10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15

Computer Class

Yonkers Public Library's technology classes help adults develop confidence in their computer skills and grow comfortable in today's digital world. From learning the basics of how to use a computer to creating spreadsheets in Excel, there is a class for everyone. No prior knowledge of topics is required. 

Event Details:

Learn how to create, edit and share documents using Google Docs.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Knitting and Coloring for Adults

10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

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.

This event is in the "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Storytime with Mr. Ralph

11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Learn to Type

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Free online typing program - self paced. Learn to type or improve your speed and accuracy.