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Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective

04/05/2025 @ 2:00pm - 05/23/2025 @ 5:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Riverfront Art Gallery
Event Details:

Form and Abstraction: A Retrospective features the work of two feminist visionaries, Carol Massa and Elisabeth Jacobsen, whose work spans mediums from painting, sculpture, photography, printmaking and more.

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Acknowledgment: NYSCA grant program

YPL's arts programs are made possible by the New York State Council on the Arts with the support of the Office of the Governor and the New York State Legislature.

New York Council on the Arts logo - outline of New York State map

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

Meditation and Chair Yoga with Nancy Guzman

9:00am - 10:00am
Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Reduce your stress through breathing exercises, meditation and chair yoga exercises with Nancy Guzman.

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

Computer Basics

10:30am - 12:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Computer Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

This computer basics series will cover everything you need to know to get familiar with using a computer. We will discuss hardware and software, using the mouse and opening and closing windows.

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

Food Fun with Feeding Westchester

12:00pm - 1:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join Alyssa Advincula from Feeding Westchester for health and fitness tips as we celebrate National Library Week.

Bring your food questions and sample a recipe from JSY to Fruits and Vegetables.

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

Let's Do the Oscar Circuit

2:30pm - 4:45pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Auditorium
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Come enjoy some of this year's most popular Oscar movies (and in some cases, winners!)

Wednesday, April 2 @ 2:30 pm: A Real Pain (Rated R) starring Winner for Best Supporting Actor Kieran Culkin

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Children's Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Local History
Event Details:

Fifty years ago this month, on April 30, 1975, ex-pats and Vietnamese allies were evacuated from the rooftops of South Vietnam.

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

Computación Básica

10:30am - 11:30am
Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, En Español, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Aprenda los conceptos básicos del uso de una computadora en español.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Local History
Event Details:

Fifty years ago this month, on April 30, 1975, ex-pats and Vietnamese allies were evacuated from the rooftops of South Vietnam.

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

12:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
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. Drop in, and see what we can do to repair a wide variety of household objects, whether that means clothing, appliances or more.

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

Fantastic Fiber Arts Make and Take Gathering

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Calling all crafters.

Join Alison Robles for an hour of fiber arts fun.

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

1:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 13
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

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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.

Unlocking Financial Wisdom: Conversation with a Leading Expert

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Teens, Adults
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 404
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Career & Business, Community Engagement
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 6
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Movies at Your Library: Gladiator II (R)

2:00pm - 4:30pm
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Auditorium
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion
Event Details:

Years after witnessing the death of Maximus at the hands of his uncle, Lucius must enter the Colosseum after the powerful emperors of Rome conquer his home.

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

Edgar Allan Poe: The Tell-Tale Tour

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Riverfront Library
Waitlist
Registration
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Offsite
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Books & Authors, Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Walk in Edgar Allan Poe's footsteps in this FREE tour of his cottage, right here in the Bronx.  Listen to one of his stories and see how he lived out his remaining years.  Please register below.

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

Al-Anon

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Everyone
Will Library
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.
This event is in the "Everyone" group.

Qi Gong for Beginners

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Virtual
Open
Registration
Virtual Event
Library Branch: Virtual
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+, Everyone
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 63
Event Details:

Similar to Tai Chi, Qi Gong consists of gentle stretching exercises that incorporate the mind and the body.  It has been shown to reduce pain, improve concentration, and help people cope with stress. Led by Jian-Yang Rong.

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

Cards, Coloring, Crosswords & Camaraderie @ Crestwood

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Crestwood Library
Library Branch: Crestwood Library
Room: Crestwood Main Reading Area
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Looking for some camaraderie or looking to make new friends? Want to hang out with your friends? 

We have packs of playing cards, coloring pencils and coloring sheets, crosswords or bring your own!

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

Knit & Sip

1:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Crafts & DIY
Event Details:

Spend time with friends and meet new ones while sipping on coffee and doing some needlework. Come enjoy a relaxing afternoon every Monday at your local library!

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

Earth Day Diamond Painting

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Teens, Adults
Will Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Teens, Adults
Program Type: Crafts & DIY
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

In Celebration of Earth Day, join us to relieve stress and brighten your mood by painting beautiful Hummingbirds and Butterflies. Place them in your flower bed, garden, or anywhere you want, they will bring the more refreshing feel of nature.

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

Tai Chi for Seniors

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Please join Master Yao-Wah Chan for beginning Tai Chi. He has over 40 years of experience teaching throughout New York City and Westchester and is trained in multiple Chinese disciplines. 

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

Sahaja Yoga Meditation

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Senator Flynn Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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 "Teens" group.
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

Workout with Coach Elaine - Fitness Fun!

9:00am - 10:00am
Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Virtual
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 "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Adults 55+" group.

AARP Tax Preparation

9:30am - 2:30pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Conference Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement
Event Details:

The AARP Foundation Tax-Aide program will run a tax assistance and preparation service at the Grinton I. Will Library beginning on February 4 - April 15, 2025.

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

Learn to Play Mahjong

10:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Adults 55+
Will Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Will Library
Room: Will Lower Lobby - Inside
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Games & Family Entertainment, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to play the ancient Chinese game of mahjong. For beginners only. Learning and playing games help support cognitive skills, reduce stress, and promote social connection.