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Our Garden Is Growing
We have lettuce, arugula, mint, parsley and basil.
Three types of tomatoes are growing and peas will be ready soon too.
Come by and pick what you need.
Sign Up For Summer Reading!
Kids, teens, and adults are invited to sign up for our summer reading challenge! Keep track of your reading progress and earn prizes between Wednesday, June 18th, and Friday, August 15th. Sign up for the kids’ challenge in the Children’s Room, the teen challenge using this linked form, and the adult challenge at the front desk.
Rokus Are Here!
The Library now has 6 Roku Express kits that you can checkout.
Each Roku Express has streaming services on them:
Disney+, Hulu, Netflix, Max and BritBox.
You can checkout the device for up to 2 weeks, overdue fees apply.
Call the circulation desk to reserve yours today 914-693-6614
Summer Hours Starting June 1
Starting on Sunday, June 1, the Library will change to Summer Hours!
Saturdays – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sundays – Closed
Upcoming Programs
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 17
All Day
Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge. Use the tools on the table to add your piece.
Rules:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Baby Songs & Stories
Monday, August 18
10:30 am - 11:00 am
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 childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Mary’s Yarns Freestyle Crafting
Monday, August 18
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Whether you knit, crochet, quilt, or enjoy other crafts, this welcoming group is the perfect place to bring your current project, share ideas, and connect with others in a relaxed, social setting.
Also, this group is willing to help!
Bring your supplies and enjoy an evening of creativity and conversation at the Dobbs Ferry Library!
Newcomers are always welcome. Please email dflfriends@gmail.com if you have questions or would like to join!
Westchester Breathes Free In-Person Class (Registration)
Tuesday, August 19
6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
Participate in a program of gentle movement, breathing and relaxation exercises shown to reduce the experience of stress and have a positive impact on health and well-being. Get ready for the next moment from a place of calm and clarity.
Call the library at (914) 693-6614 to register!
Learn more here!
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 24
All Day
Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge. Use the tools on the table to add your piece.
Rules:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 17
All Day
Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge. Use the tools on the table to add your piece.
Rules:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 24
All Day
Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge. Use the tools on the table to add your piece.
Rules:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, August 29
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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.
Print of the Month: Apple Fidget
Sunday, August 31
All Day
The September Print of the Month is an apple shaped fidget toy!
Please specify if you want option 1 (on the left) or option 2 (on the right).
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours. Please include your preferred color; if you don’t specify it will be either red or green!
All ages, no cost, limit one per person.
Print of the Month: Apple Fidget
Sunday, September 7
All Day
The September Print of the Month is an apple shaped fidget toy!
Please specify if you want option 1 (on the left) or option 2 (on the right).
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours. Please include your preferred color; if you don’t specify it will be either red or green!
All ages, no cost, limit one per person.
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 17
All Day
Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge. Use the tools on the table to add your piece.
Rules:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime
Tuesday, August 19
10:30 am - 11:00 am
18 to 36 months.
Get your wiggles out with songs and stories with Ms. Gina!
Email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the children’s room for information and to sign up.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, August 22
3:30 pm - 4:45 pm
Ages 3 +
Use your imagination to build something special with our giant stash of LEGOS!
Fridays all month long.
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 24
All Day
Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge. Use the tools on the table to add your piece.
Rules:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime
Tuesday, August 26
10:30 am - 11:00 am
18 to 36 months.
Get your wiggles out with songs and stories with Ms. Gina!
Email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the children’s room for information and to sign up.
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