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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: The original summer blockbuster – Jaws

Just when you thought it was safe to come back to the library! A rogue great white shark terrorizes the waters of a New England coastal town. Directed by Steven Spielberg, based on the novel by Peter Benchley.

1975 / 124 min / Rated PG – recommended for audiences 16+

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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 – Flamingos

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**CANCELLED** Buddy will be back Saturday August 9th

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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Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge.  Use the tools on the table to add your piece.

Rules:

1. Be cool, not offensive
2. Be respectful to other’s art
3. Be clean!

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Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

Just in time for vacation, the Dobbs Ferry Public Library presents a Summer Reading Bingo — for adults! The board is designed to expand your reading palate and encourage your book appetite. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize, listed below. The boards will be available at the circulation desk and here (Bingo Board). Sign up now!

For a full list of prizes, check out our website here!

If you have any questions, feel free to email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org

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Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

This year’s theme is Color Our World!

Every year, the Dobbs Ferry Library joins libraries around the world encouraging kids to read during their school break. Kids ages 3 to 12 are eligible for our children’s summer reading game. Kids below the age of 3 are encouraged to sign up for our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge.

How to Sign Up
Visit the Children’s Room (or the front desk, if the librarian isn’t there) to sign up for the Summer Reading Game. Receive a folder with everything you need to get started: reading logs, stickers, booklists, bookmarks, and more!

I have a question and/or I need help! Who should I contact?
Stop by the children’s room Monday-Friday to speak to Ms. Gina, call (914) 693-6615, or email her at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

For more info and a full list of programs, check out our website here!

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Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

This year’s theme is Color Our World!

Sign up using this Google Form.

This year you can log your reading using a paper log (contact Alex to request a copy) or you can join the Dobbs Ferry Teen Summer Reading book club on The StoryGraph and see what your friends are reading!

Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

For a full list of events, check out our website here!

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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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Calling all artists and illustrators ages 8-12!

Join volunteer Marta to fashion your own zines on a topic of your choice!

Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

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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 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.

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Ages 3+

Take a field trip to the Keeper’s House at 15 Walnut Street to make art with spinning, splattering paint!

Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

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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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Join us for an Adults only Summer Reading program: Drink & Draw!

Artist Beatrice DiMartino will bring a live model for you to draw. Starting with a short pose and going to longer poses, you will be drawing a live model while enjoying some beverages.

This event is open to all skill levels from beginners to professionals. Supplies will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your own.

Please register in advance by calling 914-693-6614!

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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 Lemonade Stands

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Join us for a morning of movement with classes for all ages!  These free community classes are a chance to learn from acclaimed MorDance company dancers in a welcoming and fun environment.  Come dance, stretch and move with us!

• 9:00 – 9:45 Adult Open Level Yoga
• 9:45 – 10:15 Creative Movement Ages 3-5
• 10:15 – 11:00 Contemporary Ages 9-12
• 11:00 – 11:45 Ballet Ages 6-8

Email info@mordance.org with questions.

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Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge.  Use the tools on the table to add your piece.

Rules:

1. Be cool, not offensive
2. Be respectful to other’s art
3. Be clean!

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Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

Just in time for vacation, the Dobbs Ferry Public Library presents a Summer Reading Bingo — for adults! The board is designed to expand your reading palate and encourage your book appetite. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize, listed below. The boards will be available at the circulation desk and here (Bingo Board). Sign up now!

For a full list of prizes, check out our website here!

If you have any questions, feel free to email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org

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Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

This year’s theme is Color Our World!

Every year, the Dobbs Ferry Library joins libraries around the world encouraging kids to read during their school break. Kids ages 3 to 12 are eligible for our children’s summer reading game. Kids below the age of 3 are encouraged to sign up for our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge.

How to Sign Up
Visit the Children’s Room (or the front desk, if the librarian isn’t there) to sign up for the Summer Reading Game. Receive a folder with everything you need to get started: reading logs, stickers, booklists, bookmarks, and more!

I have a question and/or I need help! Who should I contact?
Stop by the children’s room Monday-Friday to speak to Ms. Gina, call (914) 693-6615, or email her at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

For more info and a full list of programs, check out our website here!

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Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

This year’s theme is Color Our World!

Sign up using this Google Form.

This year you can log your reading using a paper log (contact Alex to request a copy) or you can join the Dobbs Ferry Teen Summer Reading book club on The StoryGraph and see what your friends are reading!

Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

For a full list of events, check out our website here!

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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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2024 / PG / 120 min

Conclave follows one of the world’s most secretive and ancient events – selecting the new Pope. Cardinal Lawrence (Ralph Fiennes) is tasked with running this covert process after the unexpected death of the beloved Pope. Once the Catholic Church’s most powerful leaders have gathered from around the world and are locked together in the Vatican halls, Lawrence uncovers a trail of deep secrets left in the dead Pope’s wake, secrets which could shake the foundations of the Church.

Directed by Edward Berger – starring Ralph Fiennes, Jacek Koman, Lucian Msamati, Stanley Tucci, John Lithgow, and Isabella Rossellini – based on the novel by Robert Harris

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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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Ages 3+

Use everyday food items from your garden (or the grocery store) to create masterpieces with our local expert Sara Sellitti from organization Gardening & More.

Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.

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This month we are reading The Island at the Center of the World by Russell Shorto, get the book here.  Meets at Waterfront Park, weather permitting.

Please R.S.V.P. with Sara at reference@dobbsferrylibrary.org or sbramble@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

“In a riveting, groundbreaking narrative, Russell Shorto tells the story of New Netherland, the Dutch colony which pre-dated the Pilgrims and established ideals of tolerance and individual rights that shaped American history.”

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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 Bag Mermaids

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Thirty two kids of all ages created this mural in collaboration with Scribble Art Workshop to mark the beginning of the Summer Reading Challenge.  Use the tools on the table to add your piece.

Rules:

1. Be cool, not offensive
2. Be respectful to other’s art
3. Be clean!

»

Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

Just in time for vacation, the Dobbs Ferry Public Library presents a Summer Reading Bingo — for adults! The board is designed to expand your reading palate and encourage your book appetite. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize, listed below. The boards will be available at the circulation desk and here (Bingo Board). Sign up now!

For a full list of prizes, check out our website here!

If you have any questions, feel free to email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org

»

Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

This year’s theme is Color Our World!

Every year, the Dobbs Ferry Library joins libraries around the world encouraging kids to read during their school break. Kids ages 3 to 12 are eligible for our children’s summer reading game. Kids below the age of 3 are encouraged to sign up for our 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge.

How to Sign Up
Visit the Children’s Room (or the front desk, if the librarian isn’t there) to sign up for the Summer Reading Game. Receive a folder with everything you need to get started: reading logs, stickers, booklists, bookmarks, and more!

I have a question and/or I need help! Who should I contact?
Stop by the children’s room Monday-Friday to speak to Ms. Gina, call (914) 693-6615, or email her at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

For more info and a full list of programs, check out our website here!

»

Summer Reading is June 18 through August 15!

This year’s theme is Color Our World!

Sign up using this Google Form.

This year you can log your reading using a paper log (contact Alex to request a copy) or you can join the Dobbs Ferry Teen Summer Reading book club on The StoryGraph and see what your friends are reading!

Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.

For a full list of events, check out our website here!

»

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.

»

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.

»

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.

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