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New Museum Passes Are Here!
Come and check out a pass to the Hudson River Museum and Mohonk Preserve. You get the pass for 7 days.
The Hudson River Museum pass gives you:
Free admission for 2 adults and up to 6 children to the Museum’s galleries.
Free Planetarium OR Glenview Tour Tickets for 2 adults and up to 6 children.
15% discount at the Museum Shop.
The Mohonk Preserve pass gives you:
Parking for one vehicle
Free admission for up to 4 adults 16+
Children ages 15 and under are free but need to be accompanied by an adult
Call the Library to reserve your pass – 914-693-6614
*Passes are only for Dobbs Ferry Library Card holders only.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Please join the next Library Board of Trustees meeting Wednesday, December 1, 2024, starting at 7:00 pm. The meeting will be held in the Community Room of the Library.
Book donations are not being accepted at this time
We are not able to accept donations of books, CDs or DVDs at this time.
Upcoming Programs
Grab Bag Movie Night: “Scrooge”
Friday, December 13
7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Action! Comedy! Thriller! Fantasy! Anything goes in our Grab Bag movie series!
Holiday Special: Scrooge
A musical adaptation of the Charles Dickens classic “A Christmas Carol” – starring Albert Finney and Alec Guinness.
1970 / 118 min / rated G (recommended ages 12+)
Paws for Reading with Buddy (Registration)
Saturday, December 14
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
All Ages welcome.
Children read one-on-one with Buddy, a specially trained Reading Education Assistance Dog (R.E.A.D.) and his handler, Dobbs Ferry resident Marty Kanengiser. Children will select a book to read to Buddy before the program begins, and they will spend 10-15 minutes reading aloud. They are also welcome to ask questions about Buddy, a 12-year-old rescued black lab who loves children, other dogs, and reading.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Print of the Month: Winter Animals
Sunday, December 15
All Day
Pick your favorite cute winter keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are red panda, husky, fox, wolf, otter or penguin.
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, December 16
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.
**NEW DATE** Mary’s Yarns Crafting Group – Knitters and Crocheters
Monday, December 16
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Mary’s Yarns Crafting Group will be meeting in the Library Community Room.
1st Meeting of the Month: Quilting. Are you curious about the art of quilting? Do you want to see a beautiful quilt come together, piece by piece? Join us for Mary’s Yarnettes quilting class.
Whether you’re an experienced quilter or just interested in learning more about this timeless craft, we welcome you to come and enjoy a relaxing and informative evening with us.
2nd Meeting of the Month: Knitting & Crocheting. Join us for a wonderful gathering of creativity and community at the Dobbs Ferry Library’s crocheting and knitting group. This is the perfect opportunity to meet and chat with fellow crafters from your community.
Whether you’re an experienced knitter or crocheter, or just starting out, all are welcome! Come share your projects, exchange ideas, and enjoy a friendly, supportive atmosphere.
Even if we’re not working on a type of crafting you’re interested in, you are welcome to come and chat and work on your own projects!
Newcomers are always welcome. Please email dflfriends@gmail.com if you have questions or would like to join!
Paws for Reading with Buddy (Registration)
Saturday, December 14
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
All Ages welcome.
Children read one-on-one with Buddy, a specially trained Reading Education Assistance Dog (R.E.A.D.) and his handler, Dobbs Ferry resident Marty Kanengiser. Children will select a book to read to Buddy before the program begins, and they will spend 10-15 minutes reading aloud. They are also welcome to ask questions about Buddy, a 12-year-old rescued black lab who loves children, other dogs, and reading.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Print of the Month: Winter Animals
Sunday, December 15
All Day
Pick your favorite cute winter keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are red panda, husky, fox, wolf, otter or penguin.
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.
Print of the Month: Winter Animals
Sunday, December 22
All Day
Pick your favorite cute winter keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are red panda, husky, fox, wolf, otter or penguin.
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 Games With the Library Director
Friday, December 27
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: Winter Animals
Sunday, December 29
All Day
Pick your favorite cute winter keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are red panda, husky, fox, wolf, otter or penguin.
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.
Nintendo Switch Drop in Hours
Friday, December 13
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, December 13
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: Paper Plate Snowman Craft – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, December 14
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 – Paper Plate Snowman Craft
Paws for Reading with Buddy (Registration)
Saturday, December 14
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
All Ages welcome.
Children read one-on-one with Buddy, a specially trained Reading Education Assistance Dog (R.E.A.D.) and his handler, Dobbs Ferry resident Marty Kanengiser. Children will select a book to read to Buddy before the program begins, and they will spend 10-15 minutes reading aloud. They are also welcome to ask questions about Buddy, a 12-year-old rescued black lab who loves children, other dogs, and reading.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Print of the Month: Winter Animals
Sunday, December 15
All Day
Pick your favorite cute winter keychain made using the library’s 3D printer! Options are red panda, husky, fox, wolf, otter or penguin.
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.
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