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Yonkers Writing Group

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Board Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

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

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Available
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 "Kids" group.

Lego Club! @Will

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Will Children's Storytime Rug at Will Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Kids

Build something with the Library's legos and put it on display! No registration.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Storytime Rug
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Event Details:

Build something with the Library's legos and put it on display! No registration.

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

Unlocking Financial Wisdom: Conversation with a Leading Expert

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Room 404 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Career & Business, Community Engagement
Age Group:
Teens, Adults

In this insightful workshop, we dive deep into financial literacy.  We will explore key principles that empower individuals and communities to build wealth, make informed financial decisions, and achieve economic independence.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Business, Community Engagement
Registration Available
Event Details:

In this insightful workshop, we dive deep into financial literacy.  We will explore key principles that empower individuals and communities to build wealth, make informed financial decisions, and achieve economic independence.

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

Mixed Media & Munch with Say: Celebrating Memorial Day

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Come work on some fun art projects with Say in honor of Memorial Day.

Light refreshments will be served.

 

 

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Kids, Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Come work on some fun art projects with Say in honor of Memorial Day.

Light refreshments will be served.

 

 

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

Sew Amazing

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Crafts & DIY
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

Learn the basics of sewing on a sewing machine.  Everyone will work on their own personal cloth bin. Please make sure you can attend before registering. Register below.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Available
Event Details:

Learn the basics of sewing on a sewing machine.  Everyone will work on their own personal cloth bin. Please make sure you can attend before registering. Register below.

Memorial Day

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

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

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

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

Memorial Day

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

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

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

All Yonkers Public Libraries will be closed Sunday, May 25 and Monday, May 26 in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.

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

Workout with Coach Elaine - Fitness Fun!

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+

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

All levels of fitness welcome.
 

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

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

All levels of fitness welcome.
 

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

Storytime @ WILL!

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 11:00am
Will Children's Storytime Rug at Will Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

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 Storytime Rug
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.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Knitting and Coloring for Adults

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Board Room at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone

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.

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, May 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 11:45am
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

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.

Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Will Computer Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Cooking, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Join Ashley Covelli of Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen to make a fresh and colorful Mediterranean dish in celebration of National Salad Month!

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Cooking, Health & Wellness
Registration Available
Event Details:

Join Ashley Covelli of Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen to make a fresh and colorful Mediterranean dish in celebration of National Salad Month!

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

National Drawing Day

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Riverfront Room 202 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Arts & Culture
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers, Kids

Come to National Drawing Day. Draw and color your individual masterpiece!

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

Come to National Drawing Day. Draw and color your individual masterpiece!

This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Concerts in Motion - Songbook Tuesdays

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Music & Dance
Age Group:
Everyone

This concert will have classic hits and familiar songs for the audience to sing along to!

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

This concert will have classic hits and familiar songs for the audience to sing along to!

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

AAPI Film Fest

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Will Auditorium at Will Library
Program Type:
Movies & Film Discussion
Age Group:
Adults, Adults 55+

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these movies:

May 6 @ 2:30 pm: Crazy Rich Asians (Rated PG-13) 

May 27 @ 2:30 pm: The Wedding Banquet (Rated R)

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

Celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with these movies:

May 6 @ 2:30 pm: Crazy Rich Asians (Rated PG-13) 

May 27 @ 2:30 pm: The Wedding Banquet (Rated R)

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

Riverfront Playtime

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront The Cove at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment
Age Group:
Babies and Toddlers

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.

Homework Helper @ Crestwood

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Crestwood Children's Room at Crestwood Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

Homework Help from a certified teacher for grades 1-6.

No registration required.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5 PM.

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. 

Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood 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 required.

Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays 3:30-5 PM.

Only when Yonkers Public Schools are in session. 

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Cooper Tuesdays! Read to Cooper @ Will

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Will Children's Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Books & Authors, Storytime
Age Group:
Kids

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.   

Recommended for ages 5 to 10.

This program is located in the Main Children's Room

Each child gets 10 minutes to read so please register in advance.

Open
Registration Available
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Room
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytime
Registration Available
Event Details:

Children can read to Cooper the Therapy Dog in person.   

Recommended for ages 5 to 10.

This program is located in the Main Children's Room

Each child gets 10 minutes to read so please register in advance.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Riverfront Teen Gaming

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Tech Central at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Games & Family Entertainment, STEM & Technology
Age Group:
Teens

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, May 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:00pm
Will Children's Homework Helper Station at Will Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

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.

Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Children's Homework Helper Station
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, May 27, 2025 at 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Riverfront Room 201 at Riverfront Library
Program Type:
Academic Support & Homework Help
Age Group:
Kids

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.

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 on Zoom

Tuesday, May 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Teens, Adults, Everyone

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

Open
Registration Available
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Available
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, May 27, 2025 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Will Senator Flynn Room at Will Library
Program Type:
Community Engagement
Age Group:
Adults

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 "Everyone" group.

Body/Mind Fitness with Helena

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 9:00am - 10:00am
Virtual
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Everyone

Energize your body and prepare your mind to face challenges from the comfort of your home! Have fun practicing mindfulness and movement for a better body-mind connection.  Join Helena as she leads us in our Wednesday Wellness Journey!

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

Energize your body and prepare your mind to face challenges from the comfort of your home! Have fun practicing mindfulness and movement for a better body-mind connection.  Join Helena as she leads us in our Wednesday Wellness Journey!