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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.

PROGRAM FULL to be placed on the waitlist or ask a question email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

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Join Certified Nurse Midwife and Women’s Health Nurse Practitioner Shelby Alexa-Dizard in this new monthly support group! Topics discussed will include pregnancy (nutrition, common discomforts, latest research), birth (comfort methods, what to expect), and postpartum care (incorporating nutrition and your community to help your family thrive).

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English Conversation Class in Dobbs Ferry

• Conversation for every level
• Language lessons
• Games

For adult learners of all ages with at least basic English.

Taught by: Lise Stone

Dates:
3/12 – 6:30 pm
3/19 – 11 am
3/26 – 6:30 pm
4/2 – 11 am
4/9 – 6:30 pm
4/16 – 11 am
4/23 – 6:30 pm
5/7 – 11 am
5/14 – 6:30 pm
5/21 – 11 am
5/28 – 6:30 pm

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This month we will be discussing A Postcard Memoir by Lawrence Sutin.

Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org to get the Zoom link — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!

Drawing upon his collection of quirky antique postcards, Lawrence Sutin has penned A Postcard Memoir—a series of brief but intense reminiscences of his “ordinary” life. In the process, he creates an unrepentant, wholly unique account about learning to live with a consciousness all his own. Ranging from remembered events to inner states to full-blown fantasies, Sutin is at turns playful and somber, rhapsodic and mundane, funny and full of pathos. Here you’ll find tales about science teachers and other horrors of adolescence, life in a comedy troupe, stepfathering–each illustrated with the postcard that triggered Sutin’s muse–and presented in a mix so enticingly wayward as to prove that at least some of it really happened.

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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.

PROGRAM FULL to be placed on the waitlist or ask a question email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

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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.

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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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Join us on Friday, March 14 at 8pm over some quality adult beverages with our friends at Climbing Wolf Craft Beer Bar, where we’ll be screening the Cult Classic The Boondock Saints (1999/Rated R/110 min/Dark Comedy, Action, Crime, Thriller)!
Climbing Wolf is located at 78 Main Street Dobbs Ferry NY, 10522 –  just north of the library – at the corner of Chestnut & Main.

summary: Tired of the crime overrunning the streets of Boston, Irish Catholic twin brothers Conner (Sean Patrick Flanery) and Murphy (Norman Reedus) are inspired by their faith to cleanse their hometown of evil with their own brand of zealous vigilante justice. As they hunt down and kill one notorious gangster after another, they become controversial folk heroes in the community. But Paul Smecker (Willem Dafoe), an eccentric FBI agent, is fast closing in on their blood-soaked trail.

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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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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 Chain Pot of Gold Hanger

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Get a dinosaur keychain made using the library’s 3D Printer! Options are t-rex, velociraptor, brontosaurus 1, triceratops, stegosaurus, and brontosaurus 2.

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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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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Whether you knit, crochet, quilt, or enjoy other crafts, this welcoming group is the perfect place to bring your current project, share ideas, and connect with others in a relaxed, social setting.

Also, this group is willing to help!

Bring your supplies and enjoy an evening of creativity and conversation at the Dobbs Ferry Library!

Newcomers are always welcome. Please email dflfriends@gmail.com if you have questions or would like to join!

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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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Learn to play or practice with other players.

Hone critical thinking skills, math abilities, reading comprehension, and more through the fun and exciting game of Magic the Gathering!

Game Style: Limited – Draft Constructed & Commander

No cards needed, we will provide. If you have cards, feel free to bring them. Instructions and mentoring provided – first time players welcome!

Ages 9+ recommended, some card imagery may be appropriate for 13 and up. Parents are welcome.

Please email any questions and RSVP to play to: arimichael@gmail.com.

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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!

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English Conversation Class in Dobbs Ferry

• Conversation for every level
• Language lessons
• Games

For adult learners of all ages with at least basic English.

Taught by: Lise Stone

Dates:
3/19 – 11 am
3/26 – 6:30 pm
4/2 – 11 am
4/9 – 6:30 pm
4/16 – 11 am
4/23 – 6:30 pm
5/7 – 11 am
5/14 – 6:30 pm
5/21 – 11 am
5/28 – 6:30 pm

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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.

PROGRAM FULL to be placed on the waitlist or ask a question email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

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This month, we will be reading Long Island by Colm Tóibín. Get the book at the Library!

Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!

Eilis Lacey is Irish, married to Tony Fiorello, a plumber and one of four Italian American brothers, all of whom live in neighboring houses on a cul-de-sac in Lindenhurst, Long Island, with their wives and children and Tony’s parents, a huge extended family. It is the spring of 1976 and Eilis is now forty with two teenage children. Though her ties to Ireland remain stronger than those that hold her to her new land and home, she has not returned in decades.

One day, when Tony is at work an Irishman comes to the door asking for Eilis by name. He tells her that his wife is pregnant with Tony’s child and that when the baby is born, he will not raise it but instead deposit it on Eilis’s doorstep. It is what Eilis does—and what she refuses to do—in response to this stunning news that makes Tóibín’s novel so riveting and suspenseful.

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Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!

Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!

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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.

PROGRAM FULL to be placed on the waitlist or ask a question email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

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Are you a high school sophomore, junior, or the parent of one who is feeling overwhelmed by the college application process? Join Mollie Reznick from The College Connection for this free virtual program where we’ll guide you through the essential steps to kickstart your journey to higher education.

What to Expect:

• BTS Perspective on how colleges assess students
• Tips for how to start determining “best fit” colleges
• Advice on getting the most out of college visits
• Top resources for college research
• Q&A session

Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to register!

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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.

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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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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 – Recycled CD Turtles

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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.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

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Get a dinosaur keychain made using the library’s 3D Printer! Options are t-rex, velociraptor, brontosaurus 1, triceratops, stegosaurus, and brontosaurus 2.

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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Come to this special screening of the upcoming PBS Documentary: Home Court (60 min)

Cambodian American basketball prodigy Ashley Chea’s life intensifies amid college recruitment, injury, and triumph.

Free pizza and soft drinks will be served.

The film will premiere on PBS on Monday March 24, 2025 / PBS Free Streaming Window (pbs.org, PBS App, and YouTube) March 24 – June 21, 2025 / PBS Passport Window March 24, 2025 – March 23, 2028

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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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Join the monthly DFPL teen Manga & Anime Club! Read manga, watch anime, and talk about your faves! We will have snacks!

Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to sign up or just stop by.

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In recognition of National Poison Prevention week, this program provides an overview of tips for preventing unintentional poisonings in the home with household cleaners, medicines, carbon monoxide poisoning, plants, and pesticides.

Presented by the NYC Poison Center, registration required here!

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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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Learn to play or practice with other players.

Hone critical thinking skills, math abilities, reading comprehension, and more through the fun and exciting game of Magic the Gathering!

Game Style: Limited – Draft Constructed & Commander

No cards needed, we will provide. If you have cards, feel free to bring them. Instructions and mentoring provided – first time players welcome!

Ages 9+ recommended, some card imagery may be appropriate for 13 and up. Parents are welcome.

Please email any questions and RSVP to play to: arimichael@gmail.com.

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Celebrate Women’s History Month with an inspiring online event that spotlights six pioneering women scholars. Explore the groundbreaking work of:

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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:

• March 26: Kidney Health
• April 30: Coping Strategies
• May 28: Exercise
• June 25: Nutrition
• July 30: Medication
• August 27: Being Prepared
• September 24: Technology & Monitoring
• October 29: Advocacy
• November 26: Self-Care
• December 26: Holiday Cooking

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

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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.

PROGRAM FULL to be placed on the waitlist or ask a question email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

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This month we’re reading Funny Story by Emily Henry.

Copies of this book will be available for pick up at the circulation desk.

To register, email sbock@dobbsferrylibrary.org!

It’s kind of a funny story…

Daphne always loved the way her fiancé, Peter, told their story. How they met (on a blustery day), fell in love (over an errant hat), and moved back to his lakeside hometown to begin their life together. He really was good at telling it… right up until the moment he realized he was actually in love with his childhood best friend Petra.

Which is how Daphne begins her new story: stranded in beautiful Waning Bay, Michigan, without friends or family but with a dream job as a children’s librarian (that barely pays the bills), and proposing to be roommates with the only person who could possibly understand her predicament: Petra’s ex, Miles Nowak.

Scruffy and chaotic—with a penchant for taking solace in the sounds of heart break love ballads—Miles is exactly the opposite of practical, buttoned-up Daphne, whose coworkers know so little about her they have a running bet that she’s either FBI or in witness protection. The roommates mainly avoid one another, until one day, while drowning their sorrows, they form a tenuous friendship and a plan. If said plan also involves posting deliberately misleading photos of their summer adventures together, well, who could blame them?

But it’s all just for show, of course, because there’s no way Daphne would actually start her new chapter by falling in love with her ex-fiancé’s new fiancée’s ex… right?

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English Conversation Class in Dobbs Ferry

• Conversation for every level
• Language lessons
• Games

For adult learners of all ages with at least basic English.

Taught by: Lise Stone

Dates:
3/26 – 6:30 pm
4/2 – 11 am
4/9 – 6:30 pm
4/16 – 11 am
4/23 – 6:30 pm
5/7 – 11 am
5/14 – 6:30 pm
5/21 – 11 am
5/28 – 6:30 pm

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The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of every month.

The beginning of each meeting is open to public comments.

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Come learn to play chess with Bradley Wank, Esq. – All Ages welcome!

Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!

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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.

PROGRAM FULL to be placed on the waitlist or ask a question email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, and participants aged 13-18 can email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

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