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RADICAL JOY Art Exhibit

All Day 6/15 - 8/23
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Art Gallery
Age Group: Teens, Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Radical Joy is an exhibit showcasing queer-identified artists through sculpture, photography, installation and paintings. The power and appeal of art is that it has the capacity to usher viewers into any number of worlds.

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

Grab & Go Summer Meals

8:30am - 12:30pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 2
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Grab & Go Summer Meals are being distributed in the Atrium Monday-Friday from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm while supplies last.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Become a Teen Influencer!

10:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
Event Details:

Participate in teen-led conversations and workshops. Learn how to educate your community on health issues and help design a social media campaign. You will earn a stipend and free metrocard for your participation.  Must be ages 13-19.

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

10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
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 "Kids" group.

STEM Camp: Ampify (Digital Music Maker)

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Riverfront Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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:

Register separately for each topic you are interested in. The student will attend all 4 sessions during the week. No prior skills required for each workshop.

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

Senior & Adult Read-Aloud

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Board Room
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Books & Authors
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 34
Event Details:

Come listen to a story and chat about it with fun activities such as music, crafts, and discussion. Each week is themed!

July 16th: Fairy Tales and Fables

Aesop's Fables

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Summer Break Art Camp 2024

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Join us for Summer Break Art Camp 2024: Art Inspires Adventure and bring your inner artist. Create dazzling artwork under the guidance of Yonkers artist and resident, Eddie Grigg. For Ages 7 -12.

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.

Riverfront Playtime

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront The Cove
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Our Sensory Room is on the road! Enjoy equipment typically only available in the Sensory Room for an hour of free play in The Cove. Plus, some additional puzzles and toys will be available to try!

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 "Teens" group.

Riverfront, Teen Gaming Tuesdays

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
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 "Babies and Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Kids" group.
This event is in the "Teens" group.

Grab & Go Summer Meals

8:30am - 12:30pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 2
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Grab & Go Summer Meals are being distributed in the Atrium Monday-Friday from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm while supplies last.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

GED Tutoring

10:00am - 1:00pm
Riverfront Library
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.

Understanding the Essentials of the Smartphone

11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Community Engagement, Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Learn the basics on how to use your smartphone, and make your life easier! Topics include basic functionality of smartphones/devices, a comparison of Android and Apple products, safety, and an example of a phone plan among some othe

This event is in the "Kids" group.

STEM Camp: Ampify (Digital Music Maker)

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Riverfront Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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:

Register separately for each topic you are interested in. The student will attend all 4 sessions during the week. No prior skills required for each workshop.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Read to Cooper at Riverfront

3:00pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 203
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Early Literacy & Parenting Classes
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

Register to read to Cooper the Therapy Dog.  Check in when you arrive to get your time slot.  

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Summer Break Art Camp 2024

3:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Arts & Culture
Event Details:

Join us for Summer Break Art Camp 2024: Art Inspires Adventure and bring your inner artist. Create dazzling artwork under the guidance of Yonkers artist and resident, Eddie Grigg. For Ages 7 -12.

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.

Teen Bingo: Movies

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Tech Central
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Teens can try their hand at movie bingo. Have fun with friends and win prizes!

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

Grab & Go Summer Meals

8:30am - 12:30pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Table Space 2
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids, Teens
Program Type: Community Engagement, Summer Reading
Event Details:

Grab & Go Summer Meals are being distributed in the Atrium Monday-Friday from 8:30 am - 12:30 pm while supplies last.

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

Computer Basics Series

10:30am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Adults, Adults 55+
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
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, learn how to create and store files and folders and learn about the Cloud, Wi-Fi and more. 

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

Sensory Storytime

11:00am - 12:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Storytime
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come join us for sensory story time! Stories, songs, activities, and more for children ages 0 to 12 in the sensory room.

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.

STEM Camp: Ampify (Digital Music Maker)

12:00pm - 1:30pm
Riverfront Library
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Learning Lab
Age Group: Kids
Program Type: Computer Classes, STEM & Technology
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0

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:

Register separately for each topic you are interested in. The student will attend all 4 sessions during the week. No prior skills required for each workshop.

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

Cozy Gaming in the Sensory Room

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Sensory Room
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Games & Family Entertainment
Event Details:

Come play cozy games on Nintendo Switch and Steam in a relaxing atmosphere in the Sensory Room.

Please note there will be a signup sheet for using the switch so different games can be played as desired. 

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.

Code of conduct

No person while on the premises of the library shall conduct him/herself in a violent or disorderly manner, use abusive or profane language, engage in lewd conduct, disturb any public meeting or assembly, or be found under the influence of alcohol or drugs in such a condition as to threaten the safety and rights of others. The library premises include not only the building, but all associated property, such as sidewalks, parking lots, and landscaped areas.

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.

Shark Awareness Day

2:00pm - 3:00pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 202
Age Group: Babies and Toddlers, Kids
Program Type: Movies & Film Discussion

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:

Come learn about sharks and their underwater habitat.

This event is in the "Teens" group.

Build Your Hero's Costume Design

2:30pm - 4:00pm
Riverfront Library
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Teen Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Culture, Crafts & DIY, YC3
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn to design a comic hero all your own with Evan Bishop! Figure out their design, brew a color scheme, and use our mixed media materials to put together a mask and accessories.

This event is in the "Kids" group.

Summer Kid Switch Gaming

2:45pm - 4:45pm
Riverfront Library
Library Branch: Riverfront Library
Room: Riverfront Room 201
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. Summer hours are 2:45 PM to 4:45 PM.