Holiday Closing

All YPL locations will close at 12 pm on Tuesday, December 24 and remain closed on Wednesday, December 25 in observance of Christmas.

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This event is in the "Kids" group.

Winter Wonderland: Holiday Activity Station

All Day 12/1 - 12/31
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Check out our activity center when you visit the library! Drop-in crafts, activities, and a seek'n'find game with a winter holiday theme!

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Check out our activity center when you visit the library! Drop-in crafts, activities, and a seek'n'find game with a winter holiday theme!

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

Windows and Doors Exhibition

All Day 12/2 - 1/3
Riverfront Art Gallery at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Artwork: "A Warriors Mantle" by Troy Parker This exhibit is about Windows and Doors. In all of our lives we have windows that can be opened, and doors that we may pass through...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Riverfront Art Gallery
Event Details:

Artwork: "A Warriors Mantle" by Troy Parker 

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

Yonkers NNORC Information Table

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
Will Lower Lobby - Inside at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults 55+
Event Details:

Come talk to a Resource Specialist from the Yonkers NNORC and find out what services are available to you as a neighborhood resident!

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Come talk to a Resource Specialist from the Yonkers NNORC and find out what services are available to you as a neighborhood resident!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Tech Drop In

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Everyone
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 (up to 15 minutes). First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

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 (up to 15 minutes). 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

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 11:45am - 2:00pm
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
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...

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 "Everyone" group.

Cancelled by Joan due to weather - Crafts for a Cause with Joan Lloyd

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 1:30pm - 4:30pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join Joan Lloyd and Crestwood Crew for an afternoon of earring making.Joan Lloyd will be here to teach us how to make earrings and for every two pairs that you make, one ...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Join Joan Lloyd and Crestwood Crew for an afternoon of earring making.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Concerts in Motion: Celebration Fridays

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

This concert will feature upbeat songs to get our listeners dancing and ready to enjoy the weekend!Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/426474125If you dial in by phone, cal...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Music & Dance
Event Details:

This concert will feature upbeat songs to get our listeners dancing and ready to enjoy the weekend!

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/426474125

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Tech Drop In

Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Your local librarians are here to help with one-on-one assistance with your smart devices and specific questions you may have about them such as downloading eBook apps or an issue ...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Your local librarians are here to help with one-on-one assistance with your smart devices and specific questions you may have about them such as downloading eBook apps or an issue with your email.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Fit & Fun Holiday Workout with Coach Karina

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Join Coach Karina for a fitness workout in the early morning.The holidays are here, so get set with a festive workout.All levels of fitness are welcome.Join Zoom Meeting Meeti...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join Coach Karina for a fitness workout in the early morning.

The holidays are here, so get set with a festive workout.

All levels of fitness are welcome.

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

Full STEAM Ahead Saturday Storytime @ Crestwood

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Curiosity comes to life through science, art, stories & songs.Recommended for ages 3 and up. 

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Curiosity comes to life through science, art, stories & songs.

Recommended for ages 3 and up.

 

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.

Saturday Storytime @ WILL!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

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

Family Free Play All Day! @ Will

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 11:00am - 3:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-10. Big Blue Blocks and Holiday Cartoons! No registration.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-10. Big Blue Blocks and Holiday Cartoons! No registration.

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

Legorama Club

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Riverfront Room 201 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Build something special with legos and put it on display! This program is for children up to age 12.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Build something special with legos and put it on display! This program is for children up to age 12.

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

Vision Boards for the New Year: Lunch, Learn & Create!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Happy Holidays! Be well and stay well!Give yourself the gift of getting what you want. Wondering how to turn your financial dreams into reality? Want to manifest your goals?&n...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Available
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Happy Holidays! Be well and stay well!

Give yourself the gift of getting what you want. Wondering how to turn your financial dreams into reality? 

Want to manifest your goals? 

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

Mending Club with Leila Arisa

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Maker Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

If you've got a crafts problem, Leila Arisa will solve it. Make an appointment or just drop in, and we'll see what we can do to repair a wide variety of household objects: whether ...

Cancelled
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

If you've got a crafts problem, Leila Arisa will solve it. Make an appointment or just drop in, and we'll see what we can do to repair a wide variety of household objects: whether that means sewing, darning, gluing or more.

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

Talk Finances with an Expert!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Room 404 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Career & Business, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
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 t...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Business, Community Engagement
Available
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 "Adults" group.

Emergency Preparedness Training Program

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Auditorium at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

The program is free and is sponsored by the Governor's office and features training delivered by National Guard officers. It includes an informative lecture on essential steps to t...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The program is free and is sponsored by the Governor's office and features training delivered by National Guard officers.

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

Movies at Your Library: Deadpool & Wolverine (R)

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Auditorium at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Deadpool's peaceful existence comes crashing down when the Time Variance Authority recruits him to help safeguard the multiverse. He soon unites with his would-be pal, Wolverine, t...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Deadpool's peaceful existence comes crashing down when the Time Variance Authority recruits him to help safeguard the multiverse.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Get Festive with The Fiscellas: Holiday Concert!

Saturday, December 21, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Come celebrate the holiday season with a musical interlude at Crestwood Library with John and Eddie Fiscella.Light Refreshments will be served.This program is made possib...

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come celebrate the holiday season with a musical interlude at Crestwood Library with John and Eddie Fiscella.

Light Refreshments will be served.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Sunday Story Surprise

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 12:00pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Main Reading Area at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Yonkers Public Library is OPEN on SUNDAYS!Drop in between 12-5pm each Sunday to discover what the Sunday Story Surprise is.Different theme every week.Bring your library card or sig...

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Yonkers Public Library is OPEN on SUNDAYS!

Drop in between 12-5pm each Sunday to discover what the Sunday Story Surprise is.

Different theme every week.

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

Al-Anon

Sunday, December 22, 2024 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Age Group:
Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

weekly meeting

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

weekly meeting

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

Ready Set Holidays! : Mindfulness with Andrea

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Get ready for the holidays with Andrea from Thrive Reiki. We will practice Mindfulness Techniques that will help you remain calm, focused and centered.Join Zoom Meetinghttps:/...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Get ready for the holidays with Andrea from Thrive Reiki. 

We will practice Mindfulness Techniques that will help you remain calm, focused and centered.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Roosevelt HS Class Visits

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Will Teen Area at Will Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Teen Area
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

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

Free Play @ Will

Monday, December 23, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

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

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.