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Easter

All Day
Riverfront Library, Will Library, Crestwood Library, Virtual

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Sunday, April 20, 2025 in observance of the Easter holiday.

Closing
Branches:
Riverfront Library, Will Library, Crestwood Library, Virtual
Description:

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Sunday, April 20, 2025 in observance of the Easter holiday.

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, April 21, 2025 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.

Día de los Niños with Ms. Marilyn

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
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: Storytime
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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Indoor Recess

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Have fun at Indoor Recess! We have fun things to play with like jump ropes, hula hoops, hopscotch, a kid-sized basketball hoop, and lots more. This program is partially funded...

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

Have fun at Indoor Recess!

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 "Teens" group.

Planned Parenthood Outreach

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Teen Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Bi-weekly outreach table outside the teen room.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Bi-weekly outreach table outside the teen room.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Book-ish Vibes Book Club

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Room 404 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

The PVO Youth Book Club (Sun River Health) is a teen-led program designed for ages 13-19 that aims to foster a love for reading while building community connections. April: &n...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Books & Authors
Event Details:

The PVO Youth Book Club (Sun River Health) is a teen-led program designed for ages 13-19 that aims to foster a love for reading while building community connections. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

America Reads

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Children's Reading Tables at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

Disclaimer(s)

Parents must stay

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

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Kid Tech Gaming

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 3:45pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

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

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
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 gaming fun. Enjoy games on our laptops, PS 5, XBOX One, and more!

Disclaimer(s)

No outside food & drink

No outside food or drink is permitted in the Library.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Monday, April 21, 2025 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Intro to PowerPoint Part I and II

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Learning Lab at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
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 t...

Event Details:

Learn the basics of Powerpoint to create a slide presentation. Registration for this event includes Part I and Part II.

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Available
Seats Remaining: 10

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 the basics of Powerpoint to create a slide presentation. Registration for this event includes Part I and Part II.

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

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Board Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
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 w...

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

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

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

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 times and places!

Disclaimer(s)

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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Stretching for Seniors

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 12:00pm - 12:45pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Event Details:

Increase your mobility, strength, stability and flexibility. This class is specifically designed to help older adults and those with limited mobility to obtain and maintain functio...

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Available
Seats Remaining: 50
Event Details:

Increase your mobility, strength, stability and flexibility. This class is specifically designed to help older adults and those with limited mobility to obtain and maintain functional fitness that is beneficial to every day living.

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

Riverfront Playtime

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers
Event Details:

Enjoy an afternoon of extra fun! During this hour, The Cove will be stocked with puzzles and toys that aren't typically available.

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

Enjoy an afternoon of extra fun! During this hour, The Cove will be stocked with puzzles and toys that aren't typically available.

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 "Kids" group.

America Reads

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 3:30pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Children's Reading Tables at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Reading Tables
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Academic Support & Homework Help
Event Details:

Student tutors from Sarah Lawrence College will read with students ages 5-12.

Disclaimer(s)

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.

Earth Day: DIY Bird Feeder Craft

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Join us for a fun and eco-friendly craft as we make bird feeders using natural and recycled materials! Learn about local birds and how small actions can help our environment. This ...

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

Join us for a fun and eco-friendly craft as we make bird feeders using natural and recycled materials! Learn about local birds and how small actions can help our environment. This is a peanut-free activity. 

Disclaimer(s)

Parents must stay

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

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Riverfront, Teen Gaming

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 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.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 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.

NYS -Office of Children and Family Services

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Organization Meeting (BRANCH ADMIN ONLY)
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

Family Night - Family gathering/ presentation/ Government use 

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

Family Night - Family gathering/ presentation/ Government use 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Children's Chess Class

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

This chess class, aimed at children ages 8-12, provides new and experienced students with a strong foundation in the rules and strategies needed to play the gam...

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Children's Department - Study Carrels
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

This chess class, aimed at children ages 8-12, provides new and experienced students with a strong foundation in the rules and strategies needed to play the game of chess through guided instruction and supervised play.

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 "Adults" group.

GED Tutoring

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.

Babies and Books

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.

Sensory Room Open Hours

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Sensory Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly sensory hours from 1pm-3pm on Wednesdays!

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

Join us for our weekly sensory hours from 1pm-3pm on Wednesdays!

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.

World Art Day

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Sensory Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Event Details:

The world of art is beautiful and awe inspiring. Come visit some of the great masterpieces and learn their history!Snacks will be served!

Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

The world of art is beautiful and awe inspiring. Come visit some of the great masterpieces and learn their history!

Snacks will be served!