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The Library Will Open at 12:00 on Tuesday 2/24
The Library will be opening at 12:00 on Tuesday, 2/24. Morning programs are canceled.
Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce Gala – 3/26
Readers to Leaders
Join the Rivertowns Chamber of Commerce as they honor public libraries at their 2026 Gala.
Tickets are on sale.
DFPL Board of Trustees Meeting
The next meeting of the Library Board of Trustees will be held on Wednesday, March 18 at 7:30 pm.
Public comment period will be at 7:35 pm.
Upcoming Programs
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, February 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.
“The Librarians” – Free Film Screening
Saturday, February 28
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Dobbs Ferry Public Library and IndieLens Popup present a free screening of: The Librarians
“When Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life.”
Pizza and soft drinks to be served – a discussion of the film and its topics to follow.
PBS Premiere: Monday, February 9, 2026
Free Streaming (PBS App, PBS.org, YouTube): February 9 – May 9, 2026
PBS Passport: February 9, 2026 – February 8, 2029
Baby Songs & Stories
Monday, March 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, March 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, March 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.
Board Games With the Library Director
Friday, February 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.
“The Librarians” – Free Film Screening
Saturday, February 28
2:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Dobbs Ferry Public Library and IndieLens Popup present a free screening of: The Librarians
“When Texas lawmakers seek to review a list of books, librarians find themselves on the frontlines of a national battle. Across the U.S., librarians face the impact of uniting against library collection standards that include restrictions on race-related and LGBTQIA+ content. Drawing on historical context, The Librarians explores the broader implications for education and public life.”
Pizza and soft drinks to be served – a discussion of the film and its topics to follow.
PBS Premiere: Monday, February 9, 2026
Free Streaming (PBS App, PBS.org, YouTube): February 9 – May 9, 2026
PBS Passport: February 9, 2026 – February 8, 2029
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, March 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.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, March 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.
Bam! Crack! Dot! — It’s Mah Jongg Time!
Monday, March 16
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.
Lego Club in the Children’s Room
Friday, February 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, February 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: Paper Plate Polar Bear – Limited Supply / First-come First-served
Saturday, February 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 – Paper Plate Polar Bear
American Sign Language for Kids (Registration)
Saturday, February 28
12:00 pm - 12:30 pm
Ages 5+
Learn the basics of American Sign Language (ASL) with teen volunteer Miriam! No prior experience or knowledge is necessary.
Registration REQUIRED — email childrens@dobbsferrylibrary.org, call (914) 693-6615, or stop by the Children’s Room to sign up.
Math Tutoring at the Library
Saturday, February 28
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.
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