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Teens!  Did you know that the library has a Nintendo Switch that you can use?

Come to the open hours on Friday afternoons OR Dobbs Ferry Public Library card holders can email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to reserve your time slot where you can use the Switch in the building (not available for checkout).

Grades 6 – 12 only.

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Ages 3 +

Use your imagination to build something special with our giant stash of LEGOS!

Fridays all month long.

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Action! Comedy! Thriller! Fantasy! Anything goes in our Grab Bag movie series!

This month’s feature: Scrooged

Holiday Special

Cutthroat media mogul Frank Cross learns the true meaning of Christmas in this modern take on Charles Dicken’s “A Christmas Carol”. A holiday comedy starring Bill Murray and featuring an all star cast.

1988 / 101 min / PG-13

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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 – Popsicle Stick Snowmen

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We can help with any math level AP/IB Calculus and below!

In the Teen Space on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5pm.

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The December Print of the Month is a clicker fidget toy!  Choose between a Snowflake, Penguin or a Snowy Cottage!

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.org to request yours.

All ages, no cost, limit one per person.

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We can help with any math level AP/IB Calculus and below!

In the Teen Space on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5pm.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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The Dobbs Ferry Library will close at 5pm on Wednesday December 24th and will be closed all day on Thursday the 25th for Christmas!

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The Dobbs Ferry Library will be closed for Christmas!

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Ages 2-4
15 Walnut Street

Join Ms. Gina for a storytime and craft activity at the Keeper’s House on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail!

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Discover a community that understands your journey with diabetes, offering support and guidance when you need it the most. Experience the strength of being a part of a network that celebrates resilience and provides resources to help you navigate your own health journey and help those you know.  This program will offer support for Diabetes Management topics: Healthy Coping & Eating, Being Active, Taking Medications, Monitoring, Reducing Risks and Problem Solving.

These meetings are open to all community members, including Dobbs Ferry seniors, and will be held on the last Wednesday of the month.

Monthly Themes will be:

• December 26: Holiday Cooking

A co-operative program between the Dobbs Ferry Public Library and Diabetes Sisters.

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Teens!  Did you know that the library has a Nintendo Switch that you can use?

Come to the open hours on Friday afternoons OR Dobbs Ferry Public Library card holders can email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to reserve your time slot where you can use the Switch in the building (not available for checkout).

Grades 6 – 12 only.

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Ages 3 +

Use your imagination to build something special with our giant stash of LEGOS!

Fridays all month long.

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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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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 Cup Hot Chocolate Craft

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The December Print of the Month is a clicker fidget toy!  Choose between a Snowflake, Penguin or a Snowy Cottage!

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.org to request yours.

All ages, no cost, limit one per person.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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All Ages

Join us for a storytime with Ms. Gina, freeze dance, crafts, and more! Different stations will be set up on the first floor of the library that you can explore until our famous balloon drop outside at noon.

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The Dobbs Ferry Library will close at 5pm on Wednesday December 31st and will be closed all day on Thursday January 1st for New Years!

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The Dobbs Ferry Library will be closed for New Years Day!

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Presenter, Lee Huang, will give demonstrations of ChatGPT and other popular
AI tools, showing how you can start using them today to increase productivity
and creativity in your everyday life.

• Will AI take my job?
• What are the real dangers of AI?
• Is AI good, bad, or simply misunderstood?

Lee is an AI Coach who has led digital innovation at NBCUniversal, Marriott, and Barnes & Noble,
and brings real-world insight into how AI is reshaping work, business, and daily life.

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First Thursday of the Month / October to April / Ages 18-36 Months

Help your toddler find their breath and follow along as they flow through this little-kid-friendly practice with Pooja Mehta. The interactive yoga adventure will be having them move in a way that feels good and allows them to use their imagination as they stretch their body and calm their mind!

This class will be taught by Pooja Mehta.

Email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to register. Bring your own yoga mat!

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Join us on Friday, January 9th, 2026 at 8pm, as we honor the memory of Rob Reiner, with a screening of the film of his that he most wanted to be remembered by, Stand By Me (1986/Rated R/89 min/Coming-of-Age, Dark Comedy, Adventure, Mystery, Drama).

summary: Shocked by the death of a dear friend, thirty-something writer Gordie Lachance (Richard Dreyfuss) takes a trip down memory lane. As he reminisces about his youth during the hot summer of 1959, a coming-of-age adventure for the ages comes to life.

starring: Wil Wheaton, River Phoenix, Corey Feldman, Jerry O’Connell, Kiefer Sutherland
based on the 1982 Stephen King novella The Body

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

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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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The Library will be transformed into an 18 Hole Mini Golf Course for this fundraiser for the (w)hole family! $5 for adults, $3 for kids and teens.

Friday, 6:00 – 10:00 PM — Adults Only! Enjoy light fare and beverages, silent auction and mini golf.
Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — All ages fun! Mini golf for everyone.
Saturday, 6:00 – 9:00 PM — Teen Night! Pizza, soda, and mini golf.

There are plenty of sponsorship opportunities available. We are looking for an event title sponsor, hole sponsors, food sponsors, and silent auction donations! Contact volunteer@dobbsferrylibrary.org for more information.

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The Library will be transformed into an 18 Hole Mini Golf Course for this fundraiser for the (w)hole family! $5 for adults, $3 for kids and teens.

Friday, 6:00 – 10:00 PM — Adults Only! Enjoy light fare and beverages, silent auction and mini golf.
Saturday, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM — All ages fun! Mini golf for everyone.
Saturday, 6:00 – 9:00 PM — Teen Night! Pizza, soda, and mini golf.

There are plenty of sponsorship opportunities available. We are looking for an event title sponsor, hole sponsors, food sponsors, and silent auction donations! Contact volunteer@dobbsferrylibrary.org for more information.

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Blood donors are urgently needed! Save a life; donate today.

Go here to schedule an appointment.

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First Thursday of the Month / October to April / Ages 18-36 Months

Help your toddler find their breath and follow along as they flow through this little-kid-friendly practice with Pooja Mehta. The interactive yoga adventure will be having them move in a way that feels good and allows them to use their imagination as they stretch their body and calm their mind!

This class will be taught by Pooja Mehta.

Email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to register. Bring your own yoga mat!

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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.

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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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