Holiday Closing

All YPL locations will close at 5pm on Wednesday, November 27 and remain closed on Thursday, November 28 in observance of Thanksgiving.

Event List

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Age Group
Program Type
Library Branch
Library Branch

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This event is in the "Everyone" group.

City of Yonkers - Department of Planning and Development

Tuesday, December 10, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

City of Yonkers Requests for Proposals Application Workshop 

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

City of Yonkers Requests for Proposals Application Workshop 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

GED Tutoring

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Riverfront Teen Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Free tutoring for the GED exam. Get one-on-one help with math, reading, writing, science and social studies.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Teen Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Free tutoring for the GED exam. Get one-on-one help with math, reading, writing, science and social studies.

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

Intro to Microsoft Word

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word, including creating, editing and saving documents.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word, including creating, editing and saving documents.

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

Babies and Books

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Storytime and songs for children from birth to 18 months old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime and songs for children from birth to 18 months old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

City of Yonkers - Department of Planning and Development

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

City of Yonkers Requests for Proposals Application Workshop 

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

City of Yonkers Requests for Proposals Application Workshop 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Wednesday, December 11, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Room 201 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

After school homework help with Ashley Alvarez, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 4-6:30pm. Children's Room, 2nd Floor *When Yonkers Publi...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

After school homework help with Ashley Alvarez, a qualified tutor for grades K-7. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays from 4-6:30pm.

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

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

City of Yonkers - Department of Planning and Development

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

City of Yonkers Requests for Proposals Application Workshop 

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Event Details:

City of Yonkers Requests for Proposals Application Workshop 

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

Terrific Toddler Time

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Storytime: Stories, nursery rhymes, fingerplays, and songs for children ages 18 months to 3 years old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, Storytime
Event Details:

Storytime: Stories, nursery rhymes, fingerplays, and songs for children ages 18 months to 3 years old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

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

Rosa Parks Day

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Women's History
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Come learn about Rosa Parks and her brave defiance to overcome biased laws and regulations.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids, Teens
Program Type: Women's History
Event Details:

Come learn about Rosa Parks and her brave defiance to overcome biased laws and regulations.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Riverfront, Teen Gaming

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Tech Central at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kid Switch Gaming

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Riverfront Sensory Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Come play our Nintendo Switch with a librarian on the second floor! Feel free to bring your own Switch to play your E-rated games with friends, too. For children 8 and under, pa...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Come play our Nintendo Switch with a librarian on the second floor! Feel free to bring your own Switch to play your E-rated games with friends, too.

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

Printmaking with LinoCuts

Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Riverfront Art Gallery at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group:
Teens, Adults
Event Details:

Join us as artist Franklin Silva leads us in making our own printing blocks with chisels and then producing lively ink prints that can be framed or given as gifts. It's going ...

Waitlist
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Riverfront Art Gallery
Available
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us as artist Franklin Silva leads us in making our own printing blocks with chisels and then producing lively ink prints that can be framed or given as gifts. It's going to be a lot of fun!

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

Community Mental Health Promotion and Support (COMHPS) Referral Service

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 10:00am - 3:00pm
Riverfront Table Space 3 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY), Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

The Community Mental Health Promotion and Support (COMHPS) program is a team of bilingual Community Wellness Specialists designed to provide an extra layer of support to the Westch...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 3
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY), Health & Wellness
Event Details:

The Community Mental Health Promotion and Support (COMHPS) program is a team of bilingual Community Wellness Specialists designed to provide an extra layer of support to the Westchester community by providing anonymous, free, brief counseling serv

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

Father Goose Stories

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

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

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

Friday, December 13, 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 13, 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 "Kids" group.

Bicycle Safety Story Hour

Friday, December 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Join the fun (crafts and giveaways) while learning about bicycle safety during our storytime. Programs are funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration with a gr...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Storytime
Event Details:

Join the fun (crafts and giveaways) while learning about bicycle safety during our storytime.

Programs are funded by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration with a grant from the NYS Governor’s Traffic Safety Committee.

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 14, 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 ...

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

Yonkers Writing Group

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Board Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Event Details:

In addition to our writer meet-ups, we offer a variety of poetry trainings such as "Start Your Day Write", and workshops like " YWG Write-a-Thon."  These programs are designed...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Available
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

In addition to our writer meet-ups, we offer a variety of poetry trainings such as "Start Your Day Write", and workshops like " YWG Write-a-Thon."  These programs are designed to support writers in their creative endeavors and provide opportu

Disclaimer(s)

Free and open to public

It is assumed that all events are free and open to the general public. If admittance will be restricted in any way, that must be indicated on the application. The Library reserves the right to have staff and/or Board members in attendance even if the program is otherwise closed to the general public.

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

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: Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes (PG-13)

Saturday, December 14, 2024 at 2:00pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Auditorium at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a fu...

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

Many years after the reign of Caesar, a young ape goes on a journey that will lead him to question everything he's been taught about the past and make choices that will define a future for apes and humans alike.

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

Create Your Family Tree / Crea tu árbol de familia

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
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 HeritageQues...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Genealogy, Hispanic Heritage Month
Available
Seats Remaining: 8
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.

Cuentos in the Cove: Bilingual Storytime

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Class Visit
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
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.

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.

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

Maker Mondays for Seniors: Holiday Ornaments

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Maker Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Create an extra special ornament for the holidays.  They make fantastic gifts for loved ones and you can add a message to the back!  Register below.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Maker Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Available
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Create an extra special ornament for the holidays.  They make fantastic gifts for loved ones and you can add a message to the back!  Register below.