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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
Virtual Writers Circle (Registration)
Tuesday, October 22
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Are you interested in creative writing? Do you want to meet other writers and get inspired? Bring a poem, short story, or excerpt from your novel to share with the group. Get feedback and support each other.
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org to get the Zoom link — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!
Awaken Your Emotional Intelligence & Create Lasting Change
Wednesday, October 23
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
- Awaken the various forms of intelligence beyond just logical intelligence.
- Learn why Emotional Intelligence is crucial for both personal and professional success.
- Enhance your natural confidence and leadership skills by understanding and developing your innate form of intelligence.
Why does this matter? Many struggle with hidden insecurities and self-doubt due to society’s emphasis on logical intelligence. Inspired by Howard Gardner’s work on multiple intelligences, Jen discovered that her childhood feelings of inadequacy stemmed from evaluating herself against just one form. Hitting rock bottom in her late 20s led her to recognize her strengths in other intelligences, transforming her self-esteem and success. Now, Jen is dedicated to helping others uncover their unique intelligence, overcome self-doubt, and live with authority in all aspects of their lives. Her passion is to empower people to awaken, own, and value their true selves.
About Jen: Jen has been a Leadership and Embodiment Coach and Educator for 30+ years, helping people unlock their unique intelligence to live confident and fully expressed lives.
From Gothic Short Story to Cinematic Reality with Keith Crocker via ZOOM (Registration)
Wednesday, October 23
7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Join us for a “killer” presentation from film-maker Keith Crocker! We’ll be looking at Ambrose Bierce’s An Occurrence at Owl Creek Bridge and Edgar Allen Poe’s The Tell Tale Heart, and their film adaptations to explore the power of both mediums, the written word and the cinematic image, and the difficulties encountered in transferring the written word to the big screen.
Chess Club (Registration)
Thursday, October 24
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, October 25
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.
Chess Club (Registration)
Thursday, October 24
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, October 25
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.
Meet the Author: Meira Rosenberg
Saturday, October 26
11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Meet the Author: Meira Rosenberg
Saturday, October 26
11:00 AM
Local writers share readings and sign copies of their newest books!
Today’s author: Meira Rosenberg, 28 Days of Neon
Twelve-year-old Neon Blue Greene is queen of the cafeteria, co-captain of the cheerleading squad, and has the most amazing dog any seventh grader could ask for. Her only complaint in life is that her parents named her after the color of a sports energy drink ~ until the morning she overhears them whispering and learns that she has twenty-eight days left to live.
Neon needs a miracle, but how can she get one in only twenty-eight days? Then it hits her. She’ll do a good deed every day.
She starts doing good deeds for everyone in town, from motorcycle gang dropout Knuckles Malone to her autistic classmate Bobby, who becomes a hero and friend when she needs one most.
But when her best friends ditch her and her good deeds go sideways, Neon wonders if she’ll get the miracle she needs … before it’s too late.
Print of the Month: Ghost Keychains
Sunday, October 27
All Day
Celebrate spooky season with a cute ghost keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are spooked, happy, holding drink, or holding heart.
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.
Trick or Treat at the Library
Thursday, October 31
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Visit the library for candy, prizes, and crafts as part of Dobbs Ferry’s Downtown Trick-or-Treating!
Dungeons & Dragons (Waitlist)
Wednesday, October 23
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.
Questions? Participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Chess Club (Registration)
Thursday, October 24
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.
Dungeons & Dragons (Waitlist)
Thursday, October 24
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.
Questions? Participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, October 25
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.
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, October 25
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.
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