Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Paper Plate Pool Craft - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Paper Plate Pool Craft – Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Saturday, July 5

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 – Paper Plate Pool Craft

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Children's 2025 Summer Reading Game

Children’s 2025 Summer Reading Game

Sunday, July 6

All Day

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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D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)

D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)

Tuesday, July 8

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ages 8-18

Learn to run your own D&D game with our expert volunteer, Alex Peck! You must be able to attend all three sessions (July 8-10).

Dungeon Master Academy is a three day workshop for kids and teens that teaches you how to be a game master for Dungeons & Dragons (and similar games).

You’ll learn:

  • a simple framework for running the game
  • how to become a better improviser and roleplayer
  • ways to persuade your friends to join your campaign
  • and 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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D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)

D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)

Wednesday, July 9

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ages 8-18

Learn to run your own D&D game with our expert volunteer, Alex Peck! You must be able to attend all three sessions (July 8-10).

Dungeon Master Academy is a three day workshop for kids and teens that teaches you how to be a game master for Dungeons & Dragons (and similar games).

You’ll learn:

  • a simple framework for running the game
  • how to become a better improviser and roleplayer
  • ways to persuade your friends to join your campaign
  • and 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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D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)

D&D Dungeon Master Academy (Registration)

Thursday, July 10

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Ages 8-18

Learn to run your own D&D game with our expert volunteer, Alex Peck! You must be able to attend all three sessions (July 8-10).

Dungeon Master Academy is a three day workshop for kids and teens that teaches you how to be a game master for Dungeons & Dragons (and similar games).

You’ll learn:

  • a simple framework for running the game
  • how to become a better improviser and roleplayer
  • ways to persuade your friends to join your campaign
  • and 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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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, July 11

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.

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Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Flamingos - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Flamingos – Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Saturday, July 12

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 – Flamingos

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Children's 2025 Summer Reading Game

Children’s 2025 Summer Reading Game

Sunday, July 13

All Day

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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Zine Workshop (Registration)

Zine Workshop (Registration)

Monday, July 14

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

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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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, July 18

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.

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Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Popsicle Stick Lemonade Stands - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Popsicle Stick Lemonade Stands – Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Saturday, July 19

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 – Popsicle Stick Lemonade Stands

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Children's 2025 Summer Reading Game

Children’s 2025 Summer Reading Game

Sunday, July 20

All Day

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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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, July 25

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.

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Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Paper Bag Mermaids - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Paper Bag Mermaids – Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Saturday, July 26

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 – Paper Bag Mermaids

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Children's 2025 Summer Reading Game

Children’s 2025 Summer Reading Game

Sunday, July 27

All Day

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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Learn to Draw a Comic with Becky Pitts (Registration)

Learn to Draw a Comic with Becky Pitts (Registration)

Tuesday, July 29

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Ages 6-10

Put your graphic novel skills to the test with local author Becky Pitts!

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

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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, August 1

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.

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Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Rainbow Parrots - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Rainbow Parrots – Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Saturday, August 2

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 – Rainbow Parrots

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Children's 2025 Summer Reading Game

Children’s 2025 Summer Reading Game

Sunday, August 3

All Day

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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Draw Manga with Paige Monte (Registration)

Draw Manga with Paige Monte (Registration)

Wednesday, August 6

4:15 pm - 5:15 pm

Ages 10-18

Love manga or anime? Learn to make art inspired by it with local art teacher Paige Monte, a FerryCon favorite!

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

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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, August 8

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.

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Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Bicycles - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Bicycles – Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Saturday, August 9

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 – Bicycles

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Children's 2025 Summer Reading Game

Children’s 2025 Summer Reading Game

Sunday, August 10

All Day

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 Finale Party

Summer Reading Finale Party

Friday, August 15

2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

All Ages

Design a new cover for your favorite book after building a custom dessert at our sundae bar! Anyone who’s participated in summer reading this year is welcome to join.

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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, August 15

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.

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Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Paper Plate Lighthouses - Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Take & Make Craft Kits for Kids: Paper Plate Lighthouses – Limited Supply / First-come First-served

Saturday, August 16

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 – Paper Plate Lighthouses

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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, August 22

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.

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Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Lego Club in the Children’s Room

Friday, August 29

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.

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FerryCon 2025

FerryCon 2025

Saturday, September 20

10:00 am - 3:00 pm

Dobbs Ferry Public Library’s FerryCon is back on Saturday, September 20th from 10am-3pm! Want to know what’s happening? Check out our website!
 
We are currently looking for talented cosplayers and comic book/graphic novel/superhero artists, authors, and companies to take part!
 
Interested in participating? Please email gelbert@dobbsferrylibrary.org with:
1. Up-to-date short bio
2. Up-to-date headshot/logo
3. Website/link/social media
4. Your desired time slot
 
Artist Alley will run from 10am-3pm, with set-up beginning at 9am. We have approximately 12 guaranteed large tables and 4 small ones and those will be first come, first serve for whoever signs up first. You’re welcome to use the whole time slot, but please specify if you can’t! There is no table fee, but donations to the Dobbs Ferry Library Friends FerryCon raffle are strongly encouraged in the form of an item with a suggested value of $15 or more.
 
We will also have programs sprinkled throughout the day. If you are interested in doing a panel, for example, or have a unique idea for a program, we’re open to trying some new things out! Subsequently, if you know of any other talented folks that would like to take part, feel free to pass along the info.

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