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The Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce to Honor Libraries
The Dobbs Ferry Library is proud to be part of the Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce’s Inaugural Gala,which will honor the four Rivertowns libraries.
The theme, Readers to Leaders, celebrates the role we play as “pillars of shared community learning”.
Sign Up For Summer Reading!
Kids, teens, and adults are invited to sign up for our summer reading challenge! Keep track of your reading progress and earn prizes between Wednesday, June 18th, and Friday, August 15th. Sign up for the kids’ challenge in the Children’s Room, the teen challenge using this linked form, and the adult challenge at the front desk.
Rokus Are Here!
The Library now has 6 Roku Express kits that you can checkout.
Each Roku Express has streaming services on them:
Disney+, Hulu, Netflix, Max and BritBox.
You can checkout the device for up to 2 weeks, overdue fees apply.
Call the circulation desk to reserve yours today 914-693-6614
Summer Hours Starting June 1
Starting on Sunday, June 1, the Library will change to Summer Hours!
Saturdays – 10:00 am – 2:00 pm
Sundays – Closed
Upcoming Programs
Writer’s Circle via ZOOM (Registration)
Tuesday, July 22
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.
Reader’s Circle & Book Discussion: The Island at the Center of the World (please R.S.V.P.)
Thursday, July 24
12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
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.”
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, July 25
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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.
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, July 27
All Day
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:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Adult Summer Reading Bingo
Sunday, July 27
All Day
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
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, July 25
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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.
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, July 27
All Day
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:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 3
All Day
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:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Paws for Reading with Buddy (Registration)
Saturday, August 9
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
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.
Add to our Community Mural in the Community Room
Sunday, August 10
All Day
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:
- Be cool, not offensive
- Be respectful to other’s art
- Be clean!
Toddler Stretch & Sing Storytime
Tuesday, July 22
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.
Eating the Rainbow with Gardening & More (Registration)
Tuesday, July 22
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
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.
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.
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, July 25
6:30 pm - 9:00 pm
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.
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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