Events for Young People
The Library is a gateway to literacy, and introduces children to the attendant skills of storytelling and listening. Our programs, for even the youngest patrons, develop an appreciation for those skills, as well as for the value of sharing. All the Library’s offerings, including art workshops, robotics classes, book clubs, and more, strive to provide the safe and fertile ground from which flights of imagination are launched and young lives are otherwise enriched.
To register for our children’s programs, which are free but have limited enrollment, please email us at amanning@hastingslibrary.org with your child’s name and grade.
Children attending library programs should have a caregiver present in the building if they are not yet in first grade. Caregivers of children in grades 1-4 attending library programs should leave a contact number if they leave the building.
Please give a 24-hour cancellation notice to allow others on the waiting list to attend.
Dungeons and Dragons Club
June 2, 9 and 16
4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
For grades 5-7.
Attendees will create characters and go on an adventure together in this five-week campaign!
An experienced DM (Dungeon Master) will lead the group through the process, so no prior D&D experience is necessary.
Space is limited. Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
The Introverts Book Club (offsite at The Good Witch)
June 6
4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Every first Friday of the month, Allee hosts an independent reading/book discussion group. (There is about 20 minutes of discussion for every 40 minutes of quiet reading.)
There is no required reading; simply bring whatever book you’re currently enjoying or have been meaning to get to.
This group is typically attended by adults, but all ages are welcome. No registration (or purchase) necessary!
Toddler Yoga
June 9, 16, 23 and 30
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Join Pooja for toddler yoga for ages 2-5.
Children will enjoy moving their bodies while improving balance. Must be accompanied by an adult. Bring your own yoga mat or towel! (This will be outside, weather permitting)
Registration is required. Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Let’s Learn About Rodents!
June 24
3:30 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Children ages 5 to 10 and their families are invited to come to the Library to meet various live rodents! This interactive and educational nature workshop will be led by educators from the Greenburgh Nature Center.
All children in attendance must be accompanied by an adult.
Registration is required. Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Summer Reading Kickoff Celebration!
June 27
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Outside on the Library Lawn (Indoors if raining)
Play games! Chalk the sidewalk! Free ice cream and ice pops! And…sign up for the Summer Reading Challenge! Open to all Hastings children K-12. (Unlike previous years, participants can sign up for summer reading prior to the kickoff, beginning on Monday, June 23.)
Registration is not required. Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org with any questions.
Thank you to our Summer Reading Sponsors: By the Way Bakery, the Friends of the Hastings-on-Hudson Public Library, Penny Lick, Pizza Grill, and Slices!
Toddler Time with Allee
Mondays
11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
No class June 9
Ideal for toddlers (2+) and their caregiver/s.
Join us for stories and sing alongs in the Picture Book Room.
No registration required.
Young Adult Book Club for Grades 9-12
Second Monday of the month
5:45 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Each month we discuss a novel we’ve read over the course of the last month. This month’s will be “They’ll Never Catch Us” by Jessica Goodman.
Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Music Time With Adam Hart
First Tuesday of the month
10:45 a.m. – 11:15 a.m.
For ages 10 months-5 years and their caretakers.
Adam Hart invites kids to sing a little song with him. He will perform familiar songs, and new ones too!
Registration required. Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Perspectives: An Intergenerational Community Discussion Group on Life and Culture
Second Tuesday of the month
7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
For ages 13 and up.
Join other members of your community to share common ground and gain a new perspective. This social hour will feature loosely guided discussions centered on a curated selection of movies, books, music, graphic novels, podcasts, and more.
Each month, a new piece of media will be discussed over snacks and coffee.
This month, please come prepared to discuss “Cowboy Carter” (Beyoncé, 2024).
Know a teen looking for community service hours who would be interested in attending, as well as helping with setup and/or cleanup? Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org
Fingerplay Fun
Wednesdays
1:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m.
No class June 18
For babies – 10 months to 2 years – and their caregivers.
Join us for weekly songs and fingerplays in the Picture Book Room to build your babies’ fine motor skills.
No registration required.
Kids Lego Club
First Wednesday of the month
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
For grades K-3.
Each session, attendees will be invited to work on a new Lego set or theme and watch LEGO videos. Attendees may work independently or together.
Registration is appreciated but not required. (This is a drop-in program, no formal commitment required.) Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register or for more information.
Graphic Novel Book Club for Grades 2-4
Second Wednesday of the month
4:00 p.m. – 4:45 p.m.
Each month we will discuss a graphic novel we’ve read over the course of the last month.
This month, we will be discussing “Zita the Spacegirl” by Ben Hatke.
Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.
Kids Craft Club for Ages 9-13
Third Wednesday of the month
4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.
No meeting in June
Join us for our monthly crafting program!
Each month we will embark on a new crafting project together. Attendees will also have the opportunity to show/discuss/work on crafts they are making outside of the club.
Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register. Registration is required by the Wednesday prior so that we can ensure there are enough materials.
Fiesta with Flor!
Third Friday of the month
10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m
For ages 0-5 years old and their caretakers.
Join Latin GRAMMY® nominee Flor Bromley for a fun, free, bilingual (English/Spanish) music program for kids and their parents/caregivers. Flor teaches Spanish through music, movement, puppetry, and theatre-based games.
Registration is REQUIRED by the Wednesday preceding each program.
Email amanning@hastingslibrary.org to register.