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Join the Library’s Board of Trustees
Do you love the Dobbs Ferry Public Library?
Are you interested in making a difference and support the library?
The Board of Trustees is looking for new members
As a board member, you will help shape library services,
guide policies and be a great advocate for the library.
Terms are opening for January 2027. Terms last 3 years.
Meetings are monthly on the 3rd Wednesday at 7:30 pm.
We are especially looking for people in the law profession.
Send a letter of interest to trustee3@dobbsferrylibrary.org
by September, 2026.
Summer Reading 2026!
Adults, Teens and Children – there’s a Summer Reading Game for you!
- Adult Summer Reading Bingo is back in 2026! This year’s summer reading program is themed “Unearth A Story” with a focus on dinosaurs, archaeology, paleontology, and gardening – but your reading choices can go beyond the theme. The goal is to further grow your love of reading. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a “dino-mite” gift basket at the end of the summer. Have questions? Email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Teens fill out this form to participate in DFPL Teen Summer Reading 2026! Track and log your reading to win prizes! You can pick up one of our paper reading logs at the circulation desk of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library or request that a copy of the log be sent to your email address. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Children – you can earn points and prizes by reading books and coming to our events. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! This page will tell you everything you need to know about participating if your child is between the ages of 3 and 12. (Younger kids might want to take on the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge!) Have questions? Email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Upcoming Programs
Virtual Program: Spies in Disguise (Registration)
Wednesday, July 15
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
From the birth of our nation, women have served alongside men, helping to create the United States of America during the American Revolution. Follow the journey of American women in a variety of roles from early camp followers, to spies for the Army, to disguising themselves as men to fight. Our host from the United States Army Women’s Museum will lead us through our early beginnings as a nation by examining photographs and artifacts to discover women’s contributions throughout our military history!
Registration is REQUIRED. Register here.
Reader’s Circle at the Waterfront: “Summer’s Lease” by John Mortimer (Registration)
Thursday, July 16
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
Waterfront Park
This month, we will be reading “Summer’s Lease” by John Mortimer. Get the book at the library!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!
A woman takes her husband and children to the Italian home of another English family accompanied by her eccentric father. A sense of foreboding hangs over the holiday from the start as the house, as well as its absentee owners, exert their presence.
Movie Showing: “1776”
Saturday, July 18
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
“1776” is a delightful musical celebration of the founding of The United States of America. The story centers around the familiar historical characters as they organize a movement for independence from Mother England. All events lead up to that most significant date, July 4, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
This is an adaptation of the Broadway Tony-winning musical based on the 1972 Tony award-winning musical play “1776”.
Starring William Daniels, Ken Howard, Howard Da Silva, Blythe Danner
directed by Peter H. Hunt; 1972. PG. Run time 166 min.
Print of the Month: Boost Clicker
Sunday, July 19
All Day
This July you can get a 3D printed clicker of your favorite Mario Game Booster!
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours – please include your preferred color; if you don’t specify a color a staff member will choose! No cost, limit one per person.
Summer Reading Games at the Library – June 3 to August 14
Sunday, July 19
All Day
Adults, Teens and Children – there’s a Reading Game for you!
- Adult Summer Reading Bingo is back in 2026! This year’s summer reading program is themed “Unearth A Story” with a focus on dinosaurs, archaeology, paleontology, and gardening – but your reading choices can go beyond the theme. The goal is to further grow your love of reading. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a “dino-mite” gift basket at the end of the summer. Have questions? Email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Teens fill out this form to participate in DFPL Teen Summer Reading 2026! Track and log your reading to win prizes! You can pick up one of our paper reading logs at the circulation desk of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library or request that a copy of the log be sent to your email address. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Children – you can earn points and prizes by reading books and coming to our events. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! This page will tell you everything you need to know about participating if your child is between the ages of 3 and 12. (Younger kids might want to take on the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge!) Have questions? Email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Movie Showing: “1776”
Saturday, July 18
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
“1776” is a delightful musical celebration of the founding of The United States of America. The story centers around the familiar historical characters as they organize a movement for independence from Mother England. All events lead up to that most significant date, July 4, 1776, when the Declaration of Independence was signed.
This is an adaptation of the Broadway Tony-winning musical based on the 1972 Tony award-winning musical play “1776”.
Starring William Daniels, Ken Howard, Howard Da Silva, Blythe Danner
directed by Peter H. Hunt; 1972. PG. Run time 166 min.
Print of the Month: Boost Clicker
Sunday, July 19
All Day
This July you can get a 3D printed clicker of your favorite Mario Game Booster!
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours – please include your preferred color; if you don’t specify a color a staff member will choose! No cost, limit one per person.
Summer Reading Games at the Library – June 3 to August 14
Sunday, July 19
All Day
Adults, Teens and Children – there’s a Reading Game for you!
- Adult Summer Reading Bingo is back in 2026! This year’s summer reading program is themed “Unearth A Story” with a focus on dinosaurs, archaeology, paleontology, and gardening – but your reading choices can go beyond the theme. The goal is to further grow your love of reading. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a “dino-mite” gift basket at the end of the summer. Have questions? Email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Teens fill out this form to participate in DFPL Teen Summer Reading 2026! Track and log your reading to win prizes! You can pick up one of our paper reading logs at the circulation desk of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library or request that a copy of the log be sent to your email address. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Children – you can earn points and prizes by reading books and coming to our events. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! This page will tell you everything you need to know about participating if your child is between the ages of 3 and 12. (Younger kids might want to take on the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge!) Have questions? Email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, July 20
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, July 20
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
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.
D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)
Wednesday, July 15
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
July 14-16
Ages 8-18
Learn to run your own D&D game with our expert volunteer, Alex Peck! You must be able to attend all three sessions.
Dungeon Master Academy is a three-day workshop for kids and teens that teaches you how to be a game master for Dungeons and Dragons (and similar games).
You’ll learn:
- a simple framework for running the game
- how to become a better improviser and roleplayer
- ways to persuade your friends to join your campaign
- and more!
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Spin Art at the Keeper’s House (Registration)
Thursday, July 16
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Ages 3+
15 Walnut Street
Take a field trip to the Keeper’s House at 15 Walnut Street to make art with spinning, splattering paint!
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)
Thursday, July 16
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
July 14-16
Ages 8-18
Learn to run your own D&D game with our expert volunteer, Alex Peck! You must be able to attend all three sessions.
Dungeon Master Academy is a three-day workshop for kids and teens that teaches you how to be a game master for Dungeons and Dragons (and similar games).
You’ll learn:
- a simple framework for running the game
- how to become a better improviser and roleplayer
- ways to persuade your friends to join your campaign
- and more!
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, July 17
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.
Paws for Reading with Wally (Registration)
Saturday, July 18
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages 4-12
Join Wally and his handler Jessica Greene to practice your reading! Each child can sign up for a private 10-minute slot.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Reading Education Assistance Dogs® (R.E.A.D.®) is a registered program of Intermountain Therapy Animals, Salt Lake City, Utah. All rights reserved. R.E.A.D. is the 1st and foremost comprehensive reading to therapy dogs support program helping to improve children’s literacy and social skills through the assistance of trained, licensed and insured therapy dog teams as literacy mentors.
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