Week Calendar

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

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

All levels of fitness welcome.
 

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.

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!

Roosevelt HS Class Visits.

Get moving and shaking to Miss Nancy's rhymes, stories, and songs followed by coloring. 

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.

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

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-5. No registration.

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!

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!

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

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.

Learn the basics of using Microsoft Word, including creating, editing and saving documents. Registration Required. 

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-5. No registration.

Free tutoring for the GED exam. Get one-on-one help with math, reading, writing, science and social studies.

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

Get moving and shaking to Miss Nancy's rhymes, stories, and songs followed by coloring. 

Practice your English with this Conversation group on Zoom

Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87177800403

Join us to hear a story and watch a book based short film.  Then color with us.

Participants are encouraged to join the YPL 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Program.

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Join neighborhood seniors to gather together socially for light conversation over coffee and tea.

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.

Computers 101 is designed for beginners who want to learn the basic functions of a desktop computer or need a refresher. The course covers essential topics such as getting started, keyboard and mouse navigation, and locating information.

Toys, coloring, and fun for ages 0-5. No registration.

Have your child socialize during an Early Head Start program supporting the early stages of development of children ages 0-3.

Driving Safety Course

Call John Symonds for registration (914) 305-0712

Curiosity comes to life through science, reading, art, stories & songs.

Recommended for ages 3 and up.

In-person at the Will Library for ages 0-5. Songs, Nursery Rhymes, finger plays, and stories. No registration.

Join us for a session of stories and songs in Spanish and English! Children must be accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

Decorate a picture frame and add a personal touch to that special photo.  Please register below.

Have fun at Indoor Recess!

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

Presented by Sal St. George of St. George Living History Productions.

Storytime and songs for children from birth to 18 months old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

Songs and stories in English and Spanish for ages 0-5! No Registration.

¡Canciones y cuentos en inglés y español para niños de 0 a 5 años! No hay registro.

Join Ashley Covelli of Big Flavors from a Tiny Kitchen to make a delicious seafood pasta meal in celebration of National Noodle Month! We'll be cooking shrimp linguine with lemon caper butter.

Cooper, a large sheepdog, will come to visit after storytime. It doesn't matter if your child is afraid of dogs or is an animal lover - Cooper is gentle and friendly and ready to meet you!

Moderator Joseph Verdicchio, Ph.D. in History, NYU; Retired Social Studies Department Chair, Edgemont High School will lead a discussion on Solito by Javier Zamora.

Storytime: Stories, nursery rhymes, fingerplays, and songs for children ages 18 months to 3 years old accompanied by a caregiver. No registration required.

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

This 5-part introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) will teach you how to fingerspell the manual alphabet, introduce yourself in sign language, and learn new vocabulary!

Come hear fairytales, fantasy, legends and folklore from around the world!

Get one on one tech assistance (up to 15 minutes). First come, first served. Ask us your tech question.

Imagination Playground is an innovative play system that transforms any space into a play space that encourages learning, social development, movement, and of course, fun! Children's Room, 2nd Floor

A free interactive progrram encouraging life & leadership skills through hands-on fun for students in Grades 6-8.

Five sessions:

Yonkers Public Library is OPEN on SUNDAYS!

Drop in between 12-5pm each Sunday to discover what the Sunday Story Surprise is.

Different theme every week.

This concert will have relaxing music to start off the week!

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

This concert will feature music and beats to groove along with! Expect music you would hear in a cafe with live music.

Celebrate Women's History Month with Emily Varker.

Eat Pizza, play our trivia game to learn more about the literary role of women in Medieval times.

Build something special with legos and put it on display! This program is for children up to age 12.

Listen to a magical musical interlude to jog your memories of yesteryear.

Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5270678391

Meeting ID: 5270678391

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!

Listen along with us to a delightful Chinese Bilingual Concert brought to you via Concerts in Motion.

Join Yonkers NNORC and Livable Communities with Jennifer Schwartz-Crawford at Crestwood Library to learn the basic functionality of smartphones such as Apple and Android devices.

Come play in the sensory room during our open hours!

With over 60 games to choose from, you're sure to find something you'll love to play with your family and friends. We have games for young children too, so even toddlers can join in the fun!

The African Storyteller, Subomi Macaulay, uses the powerful art of Storytelling to provide essential tools for the youth.

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

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

Two young missionaries become ensnared in a deadly game of cat and mouse when they knock on the door of the diabolical Mr. Reed. Trapped in his home, they must turn to their faith if they want to make it out alive.

Have you ever wondered how Westchester County recycles our plastic, aluminum, or glass?

Join the Resource Specialist and Nurse from the Yonkers NNORC on Wednesdays to find out more about resources, benefits, and referral services in our Yonkers community for residents 60 years of age and over and their families.   

For people who would rather be reading 90% of their day, join us fellow bookworms to discuss books from different genres.

This month's book: Go As a River by Shelley Read

Get your Irish Up with these heartwarming movies!

March 19: The Brothers McMullen (R)

March 26: Brooklyn (PG-13)

A wounded Irish nationalist leader attempts to evade police following a failed robbery in Belfast.

Play PS 5, VR, Switch, and Board Games with your friends.

This concert will feature upbeat songs to get our listeners dancing and ready to enjoy the weekend!

Zoom link: https://zoom.us/j/426474125

DR Dolittle travels around the world with his animal friends curing their problems and making the world a better place.

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.

In honor of Women's History Month, paint this reproduction of Floral Passage by Inuit artist and printmaker Kenojuak Ashevak.

Come create art using recycled materials with Say Marte.

We will be creating art using recycled materials.

Check out a book from our display.

Light refreshments will be served.

weekly meeting

Pizza & Puzzles

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. 

Bi-weekly outreach table outside the teen room.

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. 

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

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!

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

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. 

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

During these sessions, youth can expect to participate in the following: 

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. 

Join Crestwood Crew for a viewing of the New York Yankees home opener where they play the Milwaukee Brewers

Enjoy snacks and check out library materials from our baseball displays.

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. 

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

Your local librarians are here to help with one-on-one assistance with your smart devices and specific questions you may have about them such as downloading eBook apps or an issue with your email.

Celebrate International Women in Music Day with us!

International Women in Music Day is celebrated on March 28th each year. It's a day to recognize and honor the contributions of women in the music industry.

Do you love dragons? Join us to celebrate the 15th anniversary of DreamWorks' How to Train Your Dragon (PG)! We'll be watching the movie and making Toothless finger puppets to bring home. Materials available while supplies last.

Hey tweens! Join the Series Squad to talk about your favorite book series! Snacks, activities, and book chat!

This month features the Dog Man graphic novels! Recommended for ages 8-12. No registration.

Decorate a picture frame and add a personal touch to that special photo.  Please register below.

Everyone is invited to Read with Cooper! Celebrate the joy of reading aloud.

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.

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.

Raising a child is never a simple task. Want to connect with others who understand? We're partnering with One Paso™ for a bilingual support group to help guide you on your parenting journey.

*For this session only, Cooper will arrive at 4:30*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

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

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.

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.

Wear a special hat or make one with us! No registration. Recommended for ages 5-10

Kids can practice reading to Cooper, a certified therapy dog who works with the R.E.A.D. (Reading Education Assistance Dogs®), a national program that helps children improve their reading skills.

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.

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.

A brief introduction to the rules and pieces of chess for children ages 7-12. No registration.

Teens can join their friends in Tech Central to play PS 5, XBOX, Switch, or computer use.

Join Ed Walsh from Friends of Crestwood Library and Volunteens to play some friendly games of chess. 

Beginner, intermediate & advanced players will join in intergenerational fun.

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.

Come play our Nintendo Switch with on the second floor! Feel free to bring your own Switch to play your E-rated games with friends, too.

Learn how the body produces our voice and why the voice gets injured or sometimes doesn’t work optimally.

Tadaca Educational Solutions LLC is providing industry-focused courses and certifications to empower individuals for career success in fields such as supply chain management.

The Library Jazz Band is rehearsing and you are invited to come and listen.  The Library Jazz Band is a full 17  piece orchestra including saxophones, trumpets, trombones, and a rhythm section.

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. 

Celerbrate Spring with us at Crestwood Library with storytime fun for all ages. Wear your pajamas and bring your teddy bears if you like and let's have some fun!

Bring Your library card to check out books from our book displays.

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

Monthly meeting

Starting from the definition of scholar as an erudite person, a student of
knowledge in its largest sense, this illustrated presentation will explore the lives of six women who were leading scholars in their fields.

Make friends and play chess! For children who know how to play chess. Chess sets available! No registration.

Monthly Meeting

Nationally prominent leaders in all aspects of American life have lived in each Westchester community.

The soothing sounds of multiple singing bowls will calm the mind and harmonize the body, releasing stress, worry, and pain.

New York Times bestselling author Jennifer Weiner discusses her work, including books like Good in Bed, In Her Shoes, Big Summer, The Breakaway and many more.

Forever Young Adult is a group for YA fans who are a little less "Y" and a bit more "A." Whether you're a regular YA reader or you need a break from your usual "To Read" list, all are welcome!