Toddler & Preschool Storycraft: Pasta Paleontology
Thursday, July 23
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Ages 2-4
Join us for an assortment of art-themed storytimes and projects!
- 7/9: Cave Painting
- 7/23: Pasta Paleontology
- 8/6: Toilet Paper Roll Dinosaurs
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, July 24
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: Paper Bag Dinosaur Puppet – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, July 25
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 Dinosaur Puppet
Day of Dinosaurs – Movie Marathon
Saturday, July 25
1:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Stop by the Dobbs Ferry Library for a dinosaur-themed movie marathon! Come to any or all of the movies.
1:00 pm — For Kids: The Land Before Time, rated G, 69 minutes
3:00 pm — Grab Bag Movie: Journey 2: The Mysterious Island, rated PG, 94 minutes
5:00 pm — Documentary: Dinosaur 13, rated PG, 95 minutes
7:00 pm — Cult Classic Movie: The Valley of Gwangi, age 18+, 95 minutes
Print of the Month: Boost Clicker
Sunday, July 26
All Day
This July you can get a 3D printed clicker of your favorite Mario Game Booster!
Email teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org to request yours – please include your preferred color; if you don’t specify a color a staff member will choose! No cost, limit one per person.
Summer Reading Games at the Library – June 3 to August 14
Sunday, July 26
All Day
Adults, Teens and Children – there’s a Reading Game for you!
- Adult Summer Reading Bingo is back in 2026! This year’s summer reading program is themed “Unearth A Story” with a focus on dinosaurs, archaeology, paleontology, and gardening – but your reading choices can go beyond the theme. The goal is to further grow your love of reading. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a “dino-mite” gift basket at the end of the summer. Have questions? Email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Teens fill out this form to participate in DFPL Teen Summer Reading 2026! Track and log your reading to win prizes! You can pick up one of our paper reading logs at the circulation desk of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library or request that a copy of the log be sent to your email address. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Children – you can earn points and prizes by reading books and coming to our events. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! This page will tell you everything you need to know about participating if your child is between the ages of 3 and 12. (Younger kids might want to take on the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge!) Have questions? Email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, July 27
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, July 28
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.
T-Rex Tea Party (Registration)
Thursday, July 30
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Ages 3-6
Calling all dainty dinosaurs! Put on your fanciest outfit and join for a silly, prehistoric tea party celebrating all things dinosaur. We’ll have stories, crafts, snacks, and more.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Storytime at the Keeper’s House
Friday, July 31
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages 2-4
15 Walnut Street
Join Ms. Gina for a special nature-themed storytime and craft activity at the Keeper’s House on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail!
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, July 31
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.
Summer Reading Games at the Library – June 3 to August 14
Sunday, August 2
All Day
Adults, Teens and Children – there’s a Reading Game for you!
- Adult Summer Reading Bingo is back in 2026! This year’s summer reading program is themed “Unearth A Story” with a focus on dinosaurs, archaeology, paleontology, and gardening – but your reading choices can go beyond the theme. The goal is to further grow your love of reading. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a “dino-mite” gift basket at the end of the summer. Have questions? Email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Teens fill out this form to participate in DFPL Teen Summer Reading 2026! Track and log your reading to win prizes! You can pick up one of our paper reading logs at the circulation desk of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library or request that a copy of the log be sent to your email address. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Children – you can earn points and prizes by reading books and coming to our events. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! This page will tell you everything you need to know about participating if your child is between the ages of 3 and 12. (Younger kids might want to take on the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge!) Have questions? Email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Pokemon Club (Registration)
Tuesday, August 4
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!
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Toddler & Preschool Storycraft: Toilet Paper Roll Dinosaurs
Thursday, August 6
10:30 am - 11:15 am
Ages 2-4
Join us for an assortment of art-themed storytimes and projects!
- 7/9: Cave Painting
- 7/23: Pasta Paleontology
- 8/6: Toilet Paper Roll Dinosaurs
Field Day at the Keeper’s House (Registration)
Thursday, August 6
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Ages 3+
15 Walnut Street
Race, play outdoor games, and more on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail at 15 Walnut Street!
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Summer Reading Games at the Library – June 3 to August 14
Sunday, August 9
All Day
Adults, Teens and Children – there’s a Reading Game for you!
- Adult Summer Reading Bingo is back in 2026! This year’s summer reading program is themed “Unearth A Story” with a focus on dinosaurs, archaeology, paleontology, and gardening – but your reading choices can go beyond the theme. The goal is to further grow your love of reading. Each Bingo row comes with its own prize. All participants will be entered into a drawing for a “dino-mite” gift basket at the end of the summer. Have questions? Email hgraff@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Teens fill out this form to participate in DFPL Teen Summer Reading 2026! Track and log your reading to win prizes! You can pick up one of our paper reading logs at the circulation desk of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library or request that a copy of the log be sent to your email address. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! Have questions? Email teen librarian Alex at teens@dobbsferrylibrary.org. Find out more info and play here.
- Children – you can earn points and prizes by reading books and coming to our events. Everyone who participates will get a ticket to our outdoor ice cream party in August! This page will tell you everything you need to know about participating if your child is between the ages of 3 and 12. (Younger kids might want to take on the 1000 Books Before Kindergarten challenge!) Have questions? Email children’s librarian Gina at childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org.
Greek Mythology Minecraft (Registration)
Monday, August 10
4:00 pm - 5:30 pm
Ages 7-14
Explore a Greek mythology-themed Minecraft world! Embark on an exciting scavenger hunt to discover the altars dedicated to the legendary pantheon of Greek gods. Navigate through the treacherous three layers of the Underworld, battling mythical creatures. Unleash your creativity by constructing grand shrines, coliseums, and classic Greek-themed buildings. — Presented by Arrayscape Gaming. **Please bring your own device. If you cannot, let the library known when you’re signing up.**
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
FerryCon 2026
Saturday, September 26
11:00 am - 9:30 pm
FerryCon is the library’s annual Comic Con-style flagship event for all ages that takes place one Saturday every fall (formerly spring). Since 2019, FerryCon has brought over 300 participants to the library for fun-filled events including artists alley, classes, panels, and contests that revolved around comic books, graphic novels, super heroes, and more!
This event is free but will include a suggested donation of $10 per family at the door. We’re fundraising for the library this year!
Headlining Events
We’re so excited about our line-up for you this year! The following events will be in the Community Room unless otherwise noted.
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- Check back soon for a full listing of our headlining events!
Other Activities
In the other parts of the library, you can:
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- Check back soon for a full listing of our activities!
Artist Alley
All around the library, visit the tables of local artists, businesses, and more!
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- Shannon Gilchrist, Psychic Energy Healer
- The LOFT, LGBTQ+ community center
- John Monaco, artist and author at Modern Geek Gaming
- Paige Monte, art teacher, animator, and storyboard illustrator
- Harley Nox, professional cosplayer and judge for our cosplay contest (which you can sign up for at her table!)
- Franka Pessin, illustrator
- Gabriel Pinto, artist and illustrator
- Gene Pitts, artist at Extended Playing Cards
- Star Wars cosplayers from multiple local costuming fan clubs!
- …and more to be announced!
Raffle
Enter our raffle to win the kids, teen, and/or adult gift basket containing prizes like a signed Marvel comics, superhero merch, and more! Proceeds go to the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Library. $3 for 1 ticket or $5 for 2 tickets. Feel free to buy these ahead of time in the week leading up to the event, too.