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Homework Helper @ Will

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6. No registration. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 4-6PM; Thursdays 4-5:30PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session...

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

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6. No registration. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 4-6PM; Thursdays 4-5:30PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

The Last Homework Helper will be June 18.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Monday, December 16, 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Sahaja Yoga Meditation

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
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.&nb...

Open
Available
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. 

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

Strings Attached Guitar Group

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Will Auditorium at Will Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture, Community Engagement, Music & Dance
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Come get together twice a month to jam with fellow guitarists and share techniques. Brining your own instrument is required. 

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Community Engagement, Music & Dance
Event Details:

Come get together twice a month to jam with fellow guitarists and share techniques. Brining your own instrument is required. 

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

Finding Forgeries: The Gift of Art with Professor Val Franco

Monday, December 16, 2024 at 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Today we take a virtual stroll through the art world with Professor Val Franco for a look at looking at art with an eye on how to tell if an art work is a forgery. Join Zoom M...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Today we take a virtual stroll through the art world with Professor Val Franco for a look at looking at art with an eye on how to tell if an art work is a forgery. 

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

Storytime @ WILL!

Tuesday, December 17, 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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Intro to PowerPoint Part I and II

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 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, December 17, 2024 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, December 17, 2024 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!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Winter Reading Warmup Challenge Sign Up (With Hot Cocoa!)

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 11:00am - 1:00pm
Will Upper Lobby at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Everyone
Event Details:

The Winter Reading Warmup Challenge will be here before you know it, so come sign up with help from librarians and enjoy a hot cup of coca when you do! Also stop by if you're not s...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Upper Lobby
Age Group: Everyone
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The Winter Reading Warmup Challenge will be here before you know it, so come sign up with help from librarians and enjoy a hot cup of coca when you do! Also stop by if you're not sure of your log in info, we'd be happy to remind you! 

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

Cinema Club

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement, Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+
Event Details:

Who says book clubs get to have all the fun?Watch a movie at home and then come join us at the library to discuss it. We will pick different genres every month!This month's movie: ...

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Who says book clubs get to have all the fun?

Watch a movie at home and then come join us at the library to discuss it. We will pick different genres every month!

This month's movie: Begin Again (Rated R)

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

International Day of People with Disabilities

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Sensory Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Kids, Teens
Event Details:

Come learn about the major disabilities and the men and women and boys and girls who overcame them succeeded, and made the world a better place!

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

Come learn about the major disabilities and the men and women and boys and girls who overcame them succeeded, and made the world a better place!

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

Riverfront Playtime

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 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.

Gingerbread Man Story and Treat!

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Will Upper Lobby at Will Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Read the beloved picture book and make a sweet treat! No registration, but supplies are limited. Recommended for children aged 4-7.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Upper Lobby
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Crafts & DIY, Storytime
Event Details:

Read the beloved picture book and make a sweet treat! No registration, but supplies are limited. Recommended for children aged 4-7.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Riverfront, Teen Gaming

Tuesday, December 17, 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.

Homework Helper @ Will

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids
Event Details:

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6. No registration. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 4-6PM; Thursdays 4-5:30PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session...

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

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6. No registration. Mondays, Tuesdays, and Wednesdays 4-6PM; Thursdays 4-5:30PM. Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session.

The Last Homework Helper will be June 18.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Homework Helper @ Riverfront

Tuesday, December 17, 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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Zumba Class

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Riverfront Community Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone
Event Details:

Ditch the workout and join the party! Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system. This class is in person and on Zoom simultaneously....

Open
Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Community Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Available
Seats Remaining: 98
Event Details:

Ditch the workout and join the party! Zumba combines Latin and international music with a fun and effective workout system.
 

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Yonkers Historical Society

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Monthly meeting

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

Monthly meeting

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Overeaters Anonymous

Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Will Conference Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Weekly Support Meeting

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

Weekly Support Meeting

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Roosevelt HS Class Visits

Wednesday, December 18, 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

Wednesday, December 18, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

GED Tutoring

Wednesday, December 18, 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.

Job Search Help

Wednesday, December 18, 2024 at 10:00am - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Career & Business
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Are you looking for work? Get help with your resume and cover letter. Practice interviewing, learn some interviewing tips, and get job application assistance. Register for a half h...

Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Career & Business
Event Details:

Are you looking for work? Get help with your resume and cover letter. Practice interviewing, learn some interviewing tips, and get job application assistance.