This Summer, Learn Online (for Free)
If you find yourself getting tired of all that "fun in the sun" stuff, check out online learning resources here on YPL.org, and elsewhere. Your brain will thank you.
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National Maritime Day: Stories of the Sea
Countless books, both fiction and nonfiction, illuminate and celebrate life on -- and under -- the world's oceans. Here are some of our favorites.
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Born Today: Frank L. Baum
On May 15, 1856, Frank L. Baum was born in Chittenango, New York. Baum is most famous for the children’s books he wrote about the land of Oz and has delighted generations of readers.
Memorial Day
Memorial Day is a day to honor American servicemembers that gave their lives for this country. The holiday was originally known as Decoration Day and celebrated in the years following the American Civil War.
Wiser Than Me with Julia Louis-Dreyfus
Wiser Than Me With Julia Louis-Dreyfus are conversations with iconic older women and actor Julia Louis-Dreyfus.
Jewish American Heritage Month
May is Jewish American Heritage Month. During this month, we celebrate the achievements and contributions of American Jews.
AAPI Heritage Month Reading List
May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. During this month, we celebrate the cultures and traditions of Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders. I created a recommended reading list for this monthly celebration.
National Anime Day 2024
April 15 is National Anime Day, a celebration of the widely popular Japanese-animated TV shows and movies that have grown in popularity around the world.
No Missing Pieces: Autism Awareness Month at Yonkers Public Library
At Yonkers Public Library, we know that everyone has varying needs, in public spaces and in their private lives.
National Arab American Heritage Month Reading List
April is National Arab American Heritage Month. During this month, the culture and heritage of Arab Americans is celebrated. It is also a time to pay tribute to the contributions of Arab Americans to this nation.
National Library Week 1963
As part of a National Library Week celebration, 1010 Wins broadcaster Stan Z. Burns came to the Grinton I.
National Library Week: Things are Afoot
For this year's National Library Week, enjoy our first installment of: resources you might not have realized your library has!
Nuevo Recurso: The Shelf / New Digital Resource: The Shelf
La Biblioteca Pública de Yonkers (YPL) está suscripta a docenas de servicios en línea y bibliotecas de contenido, que van desde servicios de transmisión de video hasta bases de datos de investigación y aplicaciones de aprendizaje de idiomas.
April Reading Challenge
Whether you’re a lover of books, movies, or TV shows, sometimes we need a little challenge to spice up our story life. Check out the challenges below and pick whichever ones spark your interest.