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Stop & Shop Community Bag Program
During the month of October, the Dobbs Ferry Library is partnering with Stop & Shop! For every $2.50 reusable bag purchased at the Dobbs Ferry Stop & Shop (390 Broadway), the Dobbs Ferry Library will receive a $1 donation!
FerryCon — CANCELED due to weather
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.
Upcoming Programs
Stop & Shop Community Bag Program
Sunday, October 4
All Day
During the month of October, the Dobbs Ferry Library is partnering with Stop & Shop! For every $2.50 reusable bag purchased at the Dobbs Ferry Stop & Shop (390 Broadway), the Dobbs Ferry Library will receive a $1 donation!
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, October 5
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.
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Mary’s Yarns Quilting
Monday, October 5
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Interested in Learning How to Quilt? Please Join Us! This year, the quilting group will be working on the Diamond Star pattern. We’ll provide the supplies you need to create a square that will be added to our annual quilt, which will be raffled to benefit the Dobbs Ferry Public Library.
There is no cost to participate, and you can join at any time! Please email marysyarn@dflfriends.org if you have questions or would like to join!
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
The DFPL Virtual Writers Circle via ZOOM (Registration)
Tuesday, October 6
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Join us in our free, drop-in writing sessions. We will offer prompts that will help you generate new stories.
This month, you can write about seasonal changes and special holiday traditions you or your characters will take in memorable and mysterious places.
Register for the ZOOM link at reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org or with Sara Bramble at sbramble@dobbsferrylibrary.org
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Comedy Open Mic (ON ZOOM) (Registration)
Tuesday, October 6
8:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Following a traditional Comedy Open Mic format, comedians new and old — who want to work on new jokes, change old ones, or just experiment — sign up and get 5 min. apiece to perform via our Zoom meeting room. Started during the COVID pandemic as a means of comedy self-preservation, these monthly Zoom mics remain useful, fun, and welcoming to performers literally the world over!
All who attend will get a copy of the footage with a link to their set via unlisted YouTube link and coming to work on your act could lead to a featured 5-10 min. spot on one of our well-received Stand Up Comedy Showcases, which we hold 3-4x/year in our DFPL Community Room (sits 75).
INTENDED FOR AUDIENCE 18+
Pre-registration REQUIRED for first timers —> Email tdeery@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Show reminder with Zoom link will be sent out the day of each month’s mic to everyone already on the list previously.
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For more info about our comedy open mics and showcases, check out our Comedy on the Hudson page.
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Stop & Shop Community Bag Program
Sunday, October 4
All Day
During the month of October, the Dobbs Ferry Library is partnering with Stop & Shop! For every $2.50 reusable bag purchased at the Dobbs Ferry Stop & Shop (390 Broadway), the Dobbs Ferry Library will receive a $1 donation!
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, October 5
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.
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Chess Class (Registration Recommended)
Thursday, October 8
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come learn to play chess with instructor Mark Stern!
Register with reference@
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Stop & Shop Community Bag Program
Sunday, October 11
All Day
During the month of October, the Dobbs Ferry Library is partnering with Stop & Shop! For every $2.50 reusable bag purchased at the Dobbs Ferry Stop & Shop (390 Broadway), the Dobbs Ferry Library will receive a $1 donation!
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, October 12
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.
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Stop & Shop Community Bag Program
Sunday, October 4
All Day
During the month of October, the Dobbs Ferry Library is partnering with Stop & Shop! For every $2.50 reusable bag purchased at the Dobbs Ferry Stop & Shop (390 Broadway), the Dobbs Ferry Library will receive a $1 donation!
Songs and Stories
Monday, October 5
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages 5 Months to 4 Years
Experience the magic of music and play with Pollywogs Music, where little ones and their caregivers bond and grow through lively music classes! Join us for an enchanting musical adventure tailored for the littlest musicians, filled with laughter and learning.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, October 5
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.
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Baby & Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, October 6
10:30 am - 11:00 am
0 to 36 months.
Learn songs, fingerplays, & more for babies and toddlers ages 0 to 36 months. Plus, connect with other caregivers just like you!
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
Chess Class (Registration Recommended)
Thursday, October 8
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come learn to play chess with instructor Mark Stern!
Register with reference@
This program is made possible through the support of the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library
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