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Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce Gala – 3/26
Readers to Leaders
Join the Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce as they honor public libraries at their 2026 Gala.
Tickets are on sale.
DFPL Board of Trustees Meeting
The next meeting of the Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 pm.
Public comment period will be at 7:35 pm.
Upcoming Programs
Writer’s Circle via ZOOM (Registration)
Tuesday, February 17
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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 reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org or with Sara Bramble at sbramble@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Paws for Reading – Meet Milo!
Thursday, February 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
All Ages
Meet Milo, our new R.E.A.D. dog! Buddy has retired, so Milo is here to step into his well-loved shoes. Learn all about Milo’s life, read a special book with him, and take a home a sticker to commemorate the occasion.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Reader’s Circle: “Time of the Child”
Thursday, February 19
2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
This month, we will be reading Time of the Child by Niall Williams. Get the book at the Library!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!
Doctor Jack Troy was born and raised in Faha, but his responsibilities for the sick and his care for the dying mean he has always been set apart from the town. His eldest daughter, Ronnie, has grown up in her father’s shadow, and remains there, having missed one chance at love – and passed up another offer of marriage from an unsuitable man.
But in the Advent season of 1962, as the town readies itself for Christmas, Ronnie and Doctor Troy’s lives are turned upside down when a baby is left in their care. As the winter passes, father and daughter’s lives, the understanding of their family, and their role in their community are changed forever.
Cult Classic Movie Night: “Videodrome”
Friday, February 20
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join us on Friday, February 20th, 2026 at 8pm, as we screen our 114th cult classic: Videodrome (1983/Rated R/87 min/Body Horror, Conspiracy Thriller, Sci-Fi).
summary: A TV executive looking for programming for his network becomes obsessed with a lurid underground show. As he searches for the people responsible for the telecasts, his obsession with this dark material threatens his own sanity.
starring: James Woods, Debbie Harry (of Blondie)
Stay after for our always fun Film Discussion & Trivia!
To see one of our previous CCMN film discussions, check out our interview with Makeup/Special Effects Artist Dan Frye (Game of Thrones, Harry Potter, Dr. Who)
Follow us on Instagram: @CultClassicMovieNight
Questions? Email TDeery@DobbsFerryLibrary.org
Oral Histories From World War II Veterans
Saturday, February 21
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Robert Abate has interviewed over 200 World War II veterans.
Hear Bob talk about ordinary heroes that were at infamous battles from Pearl Harbor to Tokyo Bay.
They are referred to as the Greatest Generation for a reason, hear why!
Robert will be donating writings from Sgt. Charles Baiano, WWII veteran and Dobbs Ferry resident, to the Library’s Reference collection.
Paws for Reading – Meet Milo!
Thursday, February 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
All Ages
Meet Milo, our new R.E.A.D. dog! Buddy has retired, so Milo is here to step into his well-loved shoes. Learn all about Milo’s life, read a special book with him, and take a home a sticker to commemorate the occasion.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Print of the Month: Heart Fidget
Sunday, February 22
All Day
This February you can choose between three heart-shaped fidgets: a clicker, a passthrough heart, or a pin art heart fidget!
Please specify which one and what color you would like – if you don’t choose a color we’ll pick one for you.
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, February 23
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.
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, February 27
6:30 pm - 9:30 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.
“The Librarians” – Free Film Screening
Saturday, February 28
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Dobbs Ferry Public Library and IndieLens Popup present a free screening of: The Librarians
“When Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life.”
Pizza and soft drinks to be served – a discussion of the film and its topics to follow.
PBS Premiere: Monday, February 9, 2026
Free Streaming (PBS App, PBS.org, YouTube): February 9 – May 9, 2026
PBS Passport: February 9, 2026 – February 8, 2029
Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime
Tuesday, February 17
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.
Paws for Reading – Meet Milo!
Thursday, February 19
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
All Ages
Meet Milo, our new R.E.A.D. dog! Buddy has retired, so Milo is here to step into his well-loved shoes. Learn all about Milo’s life, read a special book with him, and take a home a sticker to commemorate the occasion.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, February 20
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: Mae Jemison’s Rocket Ship – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, February 21
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 – Mae Jemison’s Rocket Ship
Meet Children’s Book Author Joyce Markovics
Saturday, February 21
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
All Ages
Get to know Joyce Markovics, author of over 500 nonfiction books, learn about one of her latest books, Talking Plants, and meet her puppet pal, Chloro Phil!
Attendees can purchase a signed copy of Joyce’s book Talking Plants for $17.99, with 10% of all purchases benefiting the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library.
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