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Dorothy Hull Patio and Community Garden
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| Dorothy Hull was a past president of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library. She bequeathed part of her estate to the Library. With some of the funds we upgraded the patio area. The new furniture and railing are made with recycled plastic. We also added more planter boxes for the community garden.
Come and see the newly furbished area and pick up some herbs and vegetables. Right now we have dill, parsley, basil and arugula ready to pick. Tomatoes and cherry tomatoes are ripening, radishes and garlic are growing as well. |
Book donations are not being accepted at this time
We are not able to accept donations of books, CDs or DVDs at this time.
Become a member of the DFPL Board of Trustees
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| Become a powerful advocate for the Library! There will be an opening for a new Trustee starting next year. For more information email trustee3@dobbsferrylibrary.org |
Join the Teen Advisory Group!
Teens! Join the Teen Advisory Group.
Want to make a difference in your community and get volunteer credit hours? Apply to become a member of TAG at DFPL! We’ll meet monthly to discuss your ideas, work on projects to improve the library and its services, and have pizza.
Upcoming Programs
*CANCELED* Chess Club (Registration)
Thursday, November 7
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This event has been canceled. Please look for more dates in December.
Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.
Beginner Ukulele Class
Thursday, November 7
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
This 3-week class led by Elyse Schreiber will cover basic ukulele skills including strumming, chords, and finger picking.
You should be able to attend all 3 sessions. Ukuleles are available to borrow with a valid Westchester Library Card.
Registration required; sign up here or email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org!
Paint & Sip Night at the Library
Friday, November 8
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join local artist Erica Soto who will guide you to paint an image of a cat sitting on books.
All painting supplies will be provided as well as beverages. Feel free to bring your own snacks and beverages!
Space is limited, register by calling 914-693-6614
Print of the Month: Fall Flora
Sunday, November 10
All Day
All Ages
Pick your favorite cute fall keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are maple leaf, cute cactus, or cute sunflower.
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours – please indicate which keychain you want and your preferred color, if you have one. No cost, limit one per person.
Baby Songs & Stories
Monday, November 11
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.
*CANCELED* Chess Club (Registration)
Thursday, November 7
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This event has been canceled. Please look for more dates in December.
Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.
Print of the Month: Fall Flora
Sunday, November 10
All Day
All Ages
Pick your favorite cute fall keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are maple leaf, cute cactus, or cute sunflower.
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours – please indicate which keychain you want and your preferred color, if you have one. No cost, limit one per person.
Author Visit with Laura Bower (Registration)
Tuesday, November 12
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
All Ages
Come dream BIG with local author Laura Bower. During this program for all ages, she’ll read from her new picture book, EMILY SNOOK, THE WORLD’S SMALLEST COOK, illustrated by Rekha Salin, which features a young chef who enters an international cooking competition where everyone is older, taller and in serious doubt of her cooking capabilities! From utensils that are too big to counters too high, Emily Snook takes on the challenges of being the tiniest contestant, proving to everyone that being small doesn’t mean you can’t do it all. She’ll be signing books and attendees will have the opportunity to make a treat to bring home!
Laura Bower lives in Scarsdale, NY with her husband, three kids and dog Clover. She is a preschool teacher at a local nursery school and loves traveling, theatre, baking and game nights with family and friends. For more information, visit www.laurabowerauthor.com.
Stop by the Children’s Room, call Children’s Librarian Gina at 914-693-6615 or email her at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to register.
Print of the Month: Fall Flora
Sunday, November 17
All Day
All Ages
Pick your favorite cute fall keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are maple leaf, cute cactus, or cute sunflower.
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours – please indicate which keychain you want and your preferred color, if you have one. No cost, limit one per person.
Board of Trustees Meeting
Wednesday, November 20
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of every month.
The beginning of each meeting is open to public comments.
*CANCELED* Chess Club (Registration)
Thursday, November 7
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
This event has been canceled. Please look for more dates in December.
Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.
Dungeons & Dragons (Waitlist)
Thursday, November 7
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Ages 8-18
Create 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. This program is full but you can still sign up for the waitlist.
PROGRAM FULL to be placed on the waitlist or ask a question email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Nintendo Switch Drop in Hours
Friday, November 8
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Visit the community room on Friday afternoons and play any of the wide selection of single and multi-player games on the library’s Switch
Just drop in or email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to reserve your time slot. Time will be limited to 20 minutes when people are waiting.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, November 8
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.
Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Toilet Paper Roll Scarecrows – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, November 9
All Day
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 – Toilet Paper Roll Scarecrows
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