Looking to the Stars Grab 'n Go Packet

All Day
Everyone
Crestwood Library
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Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Teen Corner
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Let's celebrate stars and the Universe. Come to Crestwood Library beginning August 5th and pick up a Look to the Stars Fun  Packet while supplies last.

Grab & Go Summer Meals

8:30am - 12:30pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 2
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Grab & Go Summer Meals are being distributed in the Atrium Monday-Friday from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm while supplies last.

Coloring, Crosswords & Camaraderie @Crestwood

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
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Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Looking for some camaraderie? Want to hang out with your friends? 

We have coloring pencils and coloring sheets, crosswords or bring your own!

Relax in our Cozy Crestwood Library Main Reading Room.

Free Play @ Will

10:00am - 11:00am
Babies and Toddlers
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

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

Qi Gong for Beginners

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Virtual
Closed
Available
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Available
Seats Remaining: 80
Event Details:

Similar to Tai Chi, Qi Gong consists of gentle stretching exercises that incorporate the mind and the body.  It has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress. Led by Jian-Yang Rong.

Free Play All Day @ Will

10:00am - 3:00pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, Summer Reading
Event Details:

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

Cuentos in the Cove: Bilingual Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Class Visit
Event Details:

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

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.

Concerts in Motion: Meditative Mondays

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Everyone
Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

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

STEM Camp: Minecraft City Building

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
Closed
Available
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 2

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:

Register separately for each topic you are interested in. The student will attend all 4 sessions during the week. No prior skills required for each workshop.

Concerts in Motion - Memories on Monday

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Everyone
Virtual
Virtual Event
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Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

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

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

Meeting ID: 5270678391

Coffee, Crosswords, & Crafts

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Spend time with friends and meet new ones while sipping on coffee and figuring out the latest crosswords.

Lighthouse Day Light-Up Craft

1:30pm - 2:30pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Celebrate National Lighthouse Day with us! We're making simple pretend lighthouses with real lights. Decorate one to bring home! Materials available while supplies last.

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.

StoryPals @ Crestwood Library

1:30pm - 4:30pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Crestwood Library
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Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Celebrate Summer Reading... your Adventure Begins at Your Library with us this summer!

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.

Coloring for Teens

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Summer Reading
Event Details:

Relax and color with your friends. We have coloring sheets and coloring pencils.

Painting with Teresa

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Teens, Adults
Will Library
Closed
Available
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 1
Event Details:

Under the Sea Adventure

Join us as we use a combination of stencils and free painting to create an underwater adventure at the library!

Please register below.

Summer Matinee: A Million Miles Away

2:00pm - 4:00pm
Everyone
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Auditorium
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion, Summer Reading
Event Details:

A biopic about Jose Hernandez and his path from a farm worker to becoming an engineer and an astronaut. A tale of perseverance, community and sacrifice to accomplish a seemingly impossible dream.

STEM Camp: Minecraft City Building

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Kids
Will Library
Closed
Available
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 1

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:

Register separately for each topic you are interested in. The student will attend all 4 sessions during the week. No prior skills required for each workshop.

Mini Millennial Movies: The Secret of NIMH

2:30pm - 4:30pm
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Will Library
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Share the best children's movies of the 80s and 90s with Generation Alpha!

The Secret of NIMH. Rated G. 1982. 1hr 22 min.

Summer Break Art Camp 2024

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Join us for Summer Break Art Camp 2024: Art Inspires Adventure and bring your inner artist. Create dazzling artwork under the guidance of Yonkers artist and resident, Eddie Grigg. For Ages 7 -12.

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.

Summer Kid Tech Gaming

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Kids
Riverfront Library
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Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Come play games in Tech Central! We have more than just our Switch available to play during this extra hour of summer gaming fun. Enjoy games on our laptops, PS 5, XBOX One, and more!

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.

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

Parents must stay

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

Read with Cooper @ Crestwood

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Everyone
Crestwood Library
Closed
Available
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Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Available
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

Read to Cooper the Service Dog starting @ 4PM in-person at the library!

Recommended for ages 5-12 but all ages are welcome to read and listen to books.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Open
Available
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Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Available
Seats Remaining: 3
Event Details:

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.