Print of the Month: Pokemon Clicker

This March you can get a 3D printed clicker fidget of your favorite Pokemon!Please specify which one and what color you would like – if you don’t choose a color we’ll pick one for you.Email [email protected] to request yours! No cost, limit one per person...More

This March you can get a 3D printed clicker fidget of your favorite Pokemon!Please specify which one and what color you would like – if you don’t choose a color we’ll pick one for you.Email [email protected] to request yours! No cost, limit one per person

Baby Songs & Stories

For parents and caregivers of babies up to 24 months.Join children’s librarian Gina to learn songs, fingerplays, and more that you can do with your baby. Each meeting will leave time for open discussion and connection with other parents/caregivers.Registration recommend......More

For parents and caregivers of babies up to 24 months.Join children’s librarian Gina to learn songs, fingerplays, and more that you can do with your baby. Each meeting will leave time for open discussion and connection with other parents/caregivers.Registration recommended but not required – email [email protected], call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!

Want to add a little excitement to your Monday? Join us for Drop-In Mah Jongg at the Dobbs Ferry Public Library every Monday from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.It’s the perfect way to sharpen your mind, meet new friends, and share plenty of laughs. No experience? No problem! Player......More

Want to add a little excitement to your Monday? Join us for Drop-In Mah Jongg at the Dobbs Ferry Public Library every Monday from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.It’s the perfect way to sharpen your mind, meet new friends, and share plenty of laughs. No experience? No problem! Players of all levels are welcome.

Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime

18 to 36 months.Get your wiggles out with songs and stories with Ms. Gina!Email [email protected], call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room for information and to sign up.

Pokemon Club Session B (Registration)

Ages 6-12Join our new Pokemon club to learn how to play the trading card game, do crafts, and share in your love of Pokemon!Due to high demand, each family may only register for one session per month, one month at a time. Register by emailing childrens@dobbsferrylibrary......More

Ages 6-12Join our new Pokemon club to learn how to play the trading card game, do crafts, and share in your love of Pokemon!Due to high demand, each family may only register for one session per month, one month at a time. Register by emailing [email protected], calling (914) 693-6615, or stopping by the Children's Room to sign up.

Virtual Program: Hutchinson River Restoration Project

Come learn about The Hutchinson River Restoration Project (HRRP) an organization dedicated to restoring and enhancing the health of the Hutchinson River. In this presentation, you will hear the history of the Hutchinson River through New Rochelle, and what is being done......More

Come learn about The Hutchinson River Restoration Project (HRRP) an organization dedicated to restoring and enhancing the health of the Hutchinson River. In this presentation, you will hear the history of the Hutchinson River through New Rochelle, and what is being done to ensure the health of the River for current and future generations.Registration is required. Click here to register for this virtual program.HRRP engages the public in many ways, including Winter Walks, EcoTours, river cleanups, lectures, and tabling at fairs and farmers markets. The organization has also conducted soil and water testing along the river and continues to research the overall health of the Hutchinson River. Through this work, HRRP aims to build a strong coalition of organizations and individuals who share a commitment to protecting and improving the river’s health.

Dungeons & Dragons Club (Waitlist)

Ages 8-18Create a character! Fight monsters! Make your own luck! Develop your skills in this fantasy role-playing system with other kids just like you.Each player will only attend once a week on either Wednesday or Thursday; your slot will be assigned by the library bas......More

Ages 8-18Create a character! Fight monsters! Make your own luck! Develop your skills in this fantasy role-playing system with other kids just like you.Each player will only attend once a week on either Wednesday or Thursday; your slot will be assigned by the library based on your availability, experience, and other factors. The club is spread across two days to accommodate as many members as possible and follows the Dobbs Ferry Schools calendar for vacations and days off. Please only sign up if you think you can attend most of the meetings.Registration is required via this Google form. You are not registered until a librarian contacts you with confirmation and scheduling details.PROGRAM FULL. To be placed on the waitlist or ask a question, participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at [email protected], and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at [email protected].

Teen Creative Writing Workshop

Do you have a passion for writing?  At this workshop for teens, you will: Get guidance from peers Create new stories Branch off old onesFor Grades 6 – 8: laptops and/or other writing materials are necessary!Interested? Sign up here! (And if the dates don't work for you,......More

Do you have a passion for writing?  At this workshop for teens, you will: Get guidance from peers Create new stories Branch off old onesFor Grades 6 – 8: laptops and/or other writing materials are necessary!Interested? Sign up here! (And if the dates don't work for you, you can also suggest other options there!)

Virtual Program: Teen Job Search Tips

Teens & ParentsTips, applications, resumes, and more. A free virtual workshop conducted by professional WLS Career Coaches that will help you land a part-time or summer job!Topics covered include: What types of jobs are available for teens Where to look for jobs How to ......More

Teens & ParentsTips, applications, resumes, and more. A free virtual workshop conducted by professional WLS Career Coaches that will help you land a part-time or summer job!Topics covered include: What types of jobs are available for teens Where to look for jobs How to answer questions on the job application What to include in a resume What to share and ask during the interviewRegister here!

Virtual Program: Successfully Navigating College Admissions

Teens & ParentsLearn About: Current admissions trends Changing SAT/ACT environment Importance of community service Admissions strategies College visits Timeline Reducing stress around the processRegistration required; register here!Led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, p......More

Teens & ParentsLearn About: Current admissions trends Changing SAT/ACT environment Importance of community service Admissions strategies College visits Timeline Reducing stress around the processRegistration required; register here!Led by Ron Feuchs and Jackie Tepper, partners at Stand out for College, LLC

Dungeons & Dragons Club (Waitlist)

Ages 8-18Create a character! Fight monsters! Make your own luck! Develop your skills in this fantasy role-playing system with other kids just like you.Each player will only attend once a week on either Wednesday or Thursday; your slot will be assigned by the library bas......More

Ages 8-18Create a character! Fight monsters! Make your own luck! Develop your skills in this fantasy role-playing system with other kids just like you.Each player will only attend once a week on either Wednesday or Thursday; your slot will be assigned by the library based on your availability, experience, and other factors. The club is spread across two days to accommodate as many members as possible and follows the Dobbs Ferry Schools calendar for vacations and days off. Please only sign up if you think you can attend most of the meetings.Registration is required via this Google form. You are not registered until a librarian contacts you with confirmation and scheduling details.PROGRAM FULL. To be placed on the waitlist or ask a question, participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at [email protected], and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at [email protected].

Teen Craft Thursday: Diamond Pie Coasters

Join us for a fun artistic experience: stop by the teen space to make a cute diamond pie coaster!Teens only! Supplies are limited – registration required! Email [email protected] to sign up.

Storytime at the Keeper's House

Ages 2-415 Walnut StreetJoin Ms. Gina for a storytime and craft activity at the Keeper’s House on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail!

Nintendo Switch Drop in Hours

Teens!  Did you know that the library has a Nintendo Switch that you can use?Come to the open hours on Friday afternoons OR Dobbs Ferry Public Library card holders can email [email protected] to reserve your time slot where you can use the Switch in the buildi......More

Teens!  Did you know that the library has a Nintendo Switch that you can use?Come to the open hours on Friday afternoons OR Dobbs Ferry Public Library card holders can email [email protected] to reserve your time slot where you can use the Switch in the building (not available for checkout).Grades 6 - 12 only.

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Ages 3 +Use your imagination to build something special with our giant stash of LEGOS!Fridays all month long.

Board Games With the Library Director

Game Night at the Library!Join the Library's Director, Erik Carlson, for an evening of tabletop games.Play new games and make new friends.Everyone is welcome to bring their own games, food and beverages.

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Frog on a Lily Pad - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Ages 3 and up.Pick up a kit containing a craft that you can do at home. Supplies are limited -- first come, first served!This Week’s Craft – Frog on a Lily Pad

Meet the Author: Jack Houghteling

Come meet the author Jack Houghteling, whose third novel, The Forest, has just been published. Want to read an excerpt? Go here!Book sale and signing to follow.

Print of the Month: Pokemon Clicker

This March you can get a 3D printed clicker fidget of your favorite Pokemon!Please specify which one and what color you would like – if you don’t choose a color we’ll pick one for you.Email [email protected] to request yours! No cost, limit one per person...More

This March you can get a 3D printed clicker fidget of your favorite Pokemon!Please specify which one and what color you would like – if you don’t choose a color we’ll pick one for you.Email [email protected] to request yours! No cost, limit one per person

Baby Songs & Stories

For parents and caregivers of babies up to 24 months.Join children’s librarian Gina to learn songs, fingerplays, and more that you can do with your baby. Each meeting will leave time for open discussion and connection with other parents/caregivers.Registration recommend......More

For parents and caregivers of babies up to 24 months.Join children’s librarian Gina to learn songs, fingerplays, and more that you can do with your baby. Each meeting will leave time for open discussion and connection with other parents/caregivers.Registration recommended but not required – email [email protected], call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

American Sign Language for Kids (Registration)

Ages 5+Learn the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) with teen volunteer Miriam! No prior experience or knowledge is necessary.Registration REQUIRED -- email [email protected], call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!

Want to add a little excitement to your Monday? Join us for Drop-In Mah Jongg at the Dobbs Ferry Public Library every Monday from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.It’s the perfect way to sharpen your mind, meet new friends, and share plenty of laughs. No experience? No problem! Player......More

Want to add a little excitement to your Monday? Join us for Drop-In Mah Jongg at the Dobbs Ferry Public Library every Monday from 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM.It’s the perfect way to sharpen your mind, meet new friends, and share plenty of laughs. No experience? No problem! Players of all levels are welcome.

Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime

18 to 36 months.Get your wiggles out with songs and stories with Ms. Gina!Email [email protected], call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room for information and to sign up.

Writer's Circle via ZOOM (Registration)

The Writer's Circle is free and open to the public and offers drop-in generative sessions with timed writing, speed writing, prompts and feedback.Bring your current projects or start some new stories.Register for the ZOOM link at [email protected] or with ......More

The Writer's Circle is free and open to the public and offers drop-in generative sessions with timed writing, speed writing, prompts and feedback.Bring your current projects or start some new stories.Register for the ZOOM link at [email protected] or with Sara Bramble at [email protected].