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Murder at the Dobbs Ferry Public Library – April 17
The Library will be hosting a Murder Mystery Night on April 17 from 7-9 pm. Beverages and light snacks will be served. Everyone is a suspect and a detective, but only one person is the murderer. Registration is required.
$40 to attend. Proceeds support the Friends of the Dobbs Ferry Public Library.
Library of Things – Survey
Would you like the Library to circulate items like power tools, kitchen appliances or gardening equipment? Is there anything you would find valuable to be able to access without purchase? Fill out this survey and let us know.
Update on our Museum Passes
Due to lack of funding the Library no longer offers passes for the Guggeneim Museum and Hudson River Museum.
Our pass to Stepping Stones will be expiring at the end of November so make plans now to visit.
Streaming Services Are Here!
The Library now offers access to Disney+, Hulu, Netflix, Max and BritBox!
You can get free access by checking our one of our Roku Express kits.
You can checkout the device for up to 2 weeks, overdue fees apply.
Call the circulation desk to reserve yours today 914-693-6614
Upcoming Programs
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, March 27
6:30 pm - 9:30 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.
Print of the Month: Pokemon Clicker
Sunday, March 29
All Day
This March you can get a 3D printed clicker fidget of your favorite Pokemon!
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.
Baby Songs & Stories
Monday, March 30
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, March 30
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.
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, March 27
6:30 pm - 9:30 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.
Print of the Month: Pokemon Clicker
Sunday, March 29
All Day
This March you can get a 3D printed clicker fidget of your favorite Pokemon!
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.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, March 30
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.
Chess Club (Registration)
Thursday, April 2
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come learn to play chess with instructor Mark Stern – All Ages welcome!
Register with reference@dobbsferrylibrary.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, April 6
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.
Dungeons & Dragons Club (Waitlist)
Thursday, March 26
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.
Storytime at the Keeper’s House
Friday, March 27
10:30 am - 11:30 am
Ages 2-4
15 Walnut Street
Join Ms. Gina for a storytime and craft activity at the Keeper’s House on the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail!
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, March 27
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, March 27
6:30 pm - 9:30 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: Frog on a Lily Pad – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, March 28
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 – Frog on a Lily Pad
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