Library Mini Golf Fundraiser: All Ages Fun
Saturday, January 31
10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Bring the kids for a day of mini golf during library hours, 10am – 5pm
- Teens take over from 6-9pm, with pizza and soda provided by Sam’s Ristorante Italiano and Pizza & Pasta Place
Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Paper Bag Snowy Owls – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, January 31
10:15 am - 5:00 pm
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 Snowy Owls
Math Tutoring at the Library
Saturday, January 31
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
We can help with any math level AP/IB Calculus and below!
In the Teen Space on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5pm.
Library Mini Golf Fundraiser: Teen Night
Saturday, January 31
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday 1/31 – Family Mini Golf & Teen Night!
- Bring the kids for a day of mini golf during library hours, 10am – 5pm
- Teens take over from 6-9pm, with pizza and soda provided by Sam’s Ristorante Italiano and Pizza & Pasta Place
Print of the Month: Heart Fidget
Sunday, February 1
All Day
This February you can choose between three heart-shaped fidgets: a clicker, a passthrough heart, or a pin art heart fidget!
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.
Math Tutoring at the Library
Sunday, February 1
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
We can help with any math level AP/IB Calculus and below!
In the Teen Space on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5pm.
**NEW DATE** Scott May Art Reception
Sunday, February 1
3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come to an art reception for Scott May on Sunday February 1 at 3-6pm!
Or come see the show whenever we’re open from January 25 through February 28.
Baby Songs & Stories
Monday, February 2
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.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, February 2
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.
Mary’s Yarns Quilting Group
Monday, February 2
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Interested in Learning How to Quilt? Please Join Us!
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!
Mary’s Yarns meetings are the first and third Monday of the month at 6:00 to 8:00 pm.
To register, please email marysyarn@dflfriends.org or call the Dobbs Ferry Library at 914 693 6614!
This program is a Mary’s Yarns Project sponsored by the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library.
Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime
Tuesday, February 3
10:30 am - 11:00 am
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.
Writer’s Circle via ZOOM (Registration)
Tuesday, February 3
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
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.
Comedy Open Mic (ON ZOOM) (Registration)
Tuesday, February 3
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.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (Waitlist)
Wednesday, February 4
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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.
PROGRAM FULL. To be placed on the waitlist or ask a question, participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Toddler Yoga (Registration)
Thursday, February 5
10:30 am - 11:00 am
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.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (Waitlist)
Thursday, February 5
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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.
PROGRAM FULL. To be placed on the waitlist or ask a question, participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Nintendo Switch Drop in Hours
Friday, February 6
3:00 pm - 4:45 pm
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.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, February 6
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: Horse Craft for Lunar New Year – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, February 7
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 – Horse Craft for Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year Celebration
Saturday, February 7
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
All Ages
Celebrate the year of the horse with the Dobbs Ferry Library!
- Shadow Puppet Show by Chinese Theatre Works at 2pm
- Tasty treats like rice cakes, tea, and ramen
- Play the Korean game Yutnori
- Take photos with a dragon puppet
- Special scavenger hunt
- Make horses to celebrate the year of the horse!
Math Tutoring at the Library
Saturday, February 7
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
We can help with any math level AP/IB Calculus and below!
In the Teen Space on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5pm.
Print of the Month: Heart Fidget
Sunday, February 8
All Day
This February you can choose between three heart-shaped fidgets: a clicker, a passthrough heart, or a pin art heart fidget!
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.
Math Tutoring at the Library
Sunday, February 8
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
We can help with any math level AP/IB Calculus and below!
In the Teen Space on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5pm.
Baby Songs & Stories
Monday, February 9
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.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, February 9
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.
Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime
Tuesday, February 10
10:30 am - 11:00 am
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.
Pokemon Club Session A (Registration)
Tuesday, February 10
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Ages 6-12
Join our new Pokemon club to learn how to play the trading card game, do crafts, and share in your love of Pokemon!
Due to high demand, each family may only register for one session per month, one month at a time. Register by emailing childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, calling (914) 693-6615, or stopping by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Galentine’s Craft & Sip Night (Registration)
Tuesday, February 10
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
A ladies’ night of card crafting, conversation, & wine sipping.
RSVP REQUIRED by February 8; email president@dflfriends.org to RSVP. $10 suggested donation.
Comedy Open Mic (LIVE AT DIVINO’S)
Tuesday, February 10
8:00 pm - 9:30 pm
Join us at our satellite comedy location, DIVINO’S SPEAKEASY IN HASTINGS-ON-HUDSON – located 524 Warburton Avenue Hastings on Hudson, NY 10706, on the second Tuesday of every month at 8pm for our LIVE monthly Comedy Open Mic! This month we have Guest Host Cyndy Cecil!
Following a traditional 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. Coming to work on your act at our monthly Mic’s could lead to a featured 5-10 min. spot on one of our Showcases, which we hold 3-4x/year in our DFPL Community Room (sits 75).
PRE-SIGN UP (18 MAX): HERE
(please be courteous to fellow performers and only sign up if you will definitely be in attendance)
IF SIGN UP LIST NOT MAXED OUT BY 7:30PM THE NIGHT OF, IT WILL BE OPEN IN PERSON.
*1 DRINK MINIMUM FOR PERFORMERS
INTENDED FOR AUDIENCE 18+
Dungeons & Dragons Club (Waitlist)
Wednesday, February 11
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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.
PROGRAM FULL. To be placed on the waitlist or ask a question, participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Virtual Town and Gown Literary Discussion Group: “Ethan Frome” & “Summer”
Wednesday, February 11
7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
This month we’re reading Ethan Frome and Summer by Edith Wharton. Get the books at the Library!
Register with sbramble@dobbsferrylibrary.org to get the Zoom link — please indicate the title and date of the program you are registering for!
Though Edith Wharton is best known for her cutting contemplation of fashionable New York, Ethan Frome and Summer are set in small New England towns, far from Manhattan’s beau monde. These thematically linked short novels display Wharton’s characteristic criticism of society’s hypocrisy and her daring exploration of the destructive consequences of sexual appetite. From the wintry setting of Ethan Frome, where a man hounded by community standards is destroyed by the very thing that might bring him happiness, to the florid town of Summer, where a young woman’s first romance projects her into a dizzying rite of passage, Wharton captures beautifully the urges and failures of human nature.
Library Board of Trustees Meeting
Wednesday, February 11
7:30 pm - 9:00 pm
The Library Board of Trustees meets on the third Wednesday of every month.
The beginning of each meeting is open to public comments.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (Waitlist)
Thursday, February 12
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
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.
PROGRAM FULL. To be placed on the waitlist or ask a question, participants aged 8-12 can email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, February 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.
Valentine’s Cookie Party
Friday, February 13
4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Kids & Teens
Come decorate a sugar cookie and make a Valentine’s card!
RSVP REQUIRED by February 10; email president@dflfriends.org to RSVP. $5 suggested donation.
Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Valentine’s Day Bumblebees – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, February 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 – Valentine’s Day Bumblebees
Love-Themed Storytime
Saturday, February 14
10:00 am - 11:00 am
All Ages
Come to a love-themed read aloud & Valentine’s Day coloring. For picture book fans of all ages.
Math Tutoring at the Library
Saturday, February 14
2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
We can help with any math level AP/IB Calculus and below!
In the Teen Space on Saturdays and Sundays from 2-5pm.
Print of the Month: Heart Fidget
Sunday, February 15
All Day
This February you can choose between three heart-shaped fidgets: a clicker, a passthrough heart, or a pin art heart fidget!
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.