June 2026
Summer Fun at Hartley Park
Thursday, June 25, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
A FREE Early Learning Playgroup For Parents and Caregivers and their Children from Birth to 5 years old
A WJCS, Parent-Child Program In collaboration with City of Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Dept. and Mount Vernon Public Library Enjoy Playing and Learning Together with Toys, Games, Music, Story time, Special Guests, Water Play, & Arts & Crafts.
Where: Hartley Park (Gramatan & East Lincoln Avenue, Mount Vernon)
Rain / Inclement weather update: call (914) 949-7699 ext. 479
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00 AM — 12:00 Noon
COME ANY DAY…COME EVERY DAY! No Pre-registration needed!* *Family Child Care Providers must pre register, please call Miriam
*Sorry, but we cannot accommodate children over 5 years old.
Crochet Group
Thursday, June 25, 2026
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Come to the library to work on your crochet project.
The group meets every Thursday between 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. in the Fiction Room.
Beginners are welcome.
Light refreshments are served.
KIDS CROCHET CLUB
Thursday, June 25, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come and learn crochet basics! Recommended
for ages 5 and up, all materials provided.
¡Ven y aprende los conceptos básicos de crochet! Recomendado
Para edades de 5 años en adelante, todos los materiales incluidos.
Chess 4 Kids
Thursday, June 25, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
First grade – sixth grade
For several years, our chess instructor, John Gallagher, has taught our children the basics of chess, beginning strategies, and advanced strategies for more experienced players at our library.
Open to players of all levels.
Stay and Play
Friday, June 26, 2026
10:30 am - 12:00 pm
An unstructured program where children play with an assortment of toys as they learn to socialize.
Adults interact with their kids and also network with other parents and caregivers. For all ages.
Prep. for Citizenship Test
Friday, June 26, 2026
3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Adult Citizenship Naturalization Preparation Class with Mr. Ben Anthony, BIA/DOJ Accredited Representative, BFPA Immigration Legal Services will teach skills needed for the US Citizenship Test, including reading, writing and civics.
Preparation and representation forms are available.
Free legal advice in any immigration matter.
SPACE IS LIMITED—SIGN UP AT THE REFERENCE DESK
For questions please contact:
Nishan Stepak nstepak@mvplibrary.org
Bingo
Friday, June 26, 2026
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Kids and their caregivers play BINGO together.
Kids win prizes and each kid takes home a free book.
Younger children may play but need to be supervised by an adult.
Please check the Children’s Room monthly calendar for schedule changes.
Lego Adventures
Monday, June 29, 2026
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Unstructured free play with Legos provided by the library. This program encourages children to embrace their creative side and imagination with Lego’s. They make their own designs and embark on a unique adventure with stories they create. Lego Adventures builds cooperation and teamwork in a fun and constructive manner.Please check the Children’s Room monthly calendar for schedule changes.
Open to all ages, though anyone younger than 5 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
1st and 3rd Tue 4:15-5:00pm
Summer Fun at Hartley Park
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
A FREE Early Learning Playgroup For Parents and Caregivers and their Children from Birth to 5 years old
A WJCS, Parent-Child Program In collaboration with City of Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Dept. and Mount Vernon Public Library Enjoy Playing and Learning Together with Toys, Games, Music, Story time, Special Guests, Water Play, & Arts & Crafts.
Where: Hartley Park (Gramatan & East Lincoln Avenue, Mount Vernon)
Rain / Inclement weather update: call (914) 949-7699 ext. 479
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00 AM — 12:00 Noon
COME ANY DAY…COME EVERY DAY! No Pre-registration needed!* *Family Child Care Providers must pre register, please call Miriam
*Sorry, but we cannot accommodate children over 5 years old.
July 2026
Summer Fun at Hartley Park
Thursday, July 2, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
A FREE Early Learning Playgroup For Parents and Caregivers and their Children from Birth to 5 years old
A WJCS, Parent-Child Program In collaboration with City of Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Dept. and Mount Vernon Public Library Enjoy Playing and Learning Together with Toys, Games, Music, Story time, Special Guests, Water Play, & Arts & Crafts.
Where: Hartley Park (Gramatan & East Lincoln Avenue, Mount Vernon)
Rain / Inclement weather update: call (914) 949-7699 ext. 479
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00 AM — 12:00 Noon
COME ANY DAY…COME EVERY DAY! No Pre-registration needed!* *Family Child Care Providers must pre register, please call Miriam
*Sorry, but we cannot accommodate children over 5 years old.
Grab-N-Go
Monday, July 6, 2026
10:00 am
Pick up a kit each month to make a craft at home. We provide the materials and instructions. Limited quantities are available. First come, first served.
Lego Adventures
Monday, July 6, 2026
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Unstructured free play with Legos provided by the library. This program encourages children to embrace their creative side and imagination with Lego’s. They make their own designs and embark on a unique adventure with stories they create. Lego Adventures builds cooperation and teamwork in a fun and constructive manner.Please check the Children’s Room monthly calendar for schedule changes.
Open to all ages, though anyone younger than 5 must be accompanied and supervised by an adult.
1st and 3rd Tue 4:15-5:00pm
Gmail and Google Drive Class
Monday, July 6, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Learn to use a free email program and Cloud storage.
Summer Fun at Hartley Park
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
A FREE Early Learning Playgroup For Parents and Caregivers and their Children from Birth to 5 years old
A WJCS, Parent-Child Program In collaboration with City of Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Dept. and Mount Vernon Public Library Enjoy Playing and Learning Together with Toys, Games, Music, Story time, Special Guests, Water Play, & Arts & Crafts.
Where: Hartley Park (Gramatan & East Lincoln Avenue, Mount Vernon)
Rain / Inclement weather update: call (914) 949-7699 ext. 479
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00 AM — 12:00 Noon
COME ANY DAY…COME EVERY DAY! No Pre-registration needed!* *Family Child Care Providers must pre register, please call Miriam
*Sorry, but we cannot accommodate children over 5 years old.
Drop-in and Draw
Tuesday, July 7, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Explore artworks through drawing in relaxed drop-in sessions for all ages. Materials and seating are provided. Drop-in Drawing is free with admission and open to all, with no experience or ability required.
Summer Fun at Hartley Park
Thursday, July 9, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
A FREE Early Learning Playgroup For Parents and Caregivers and their Children from Birth to 5 years old
A WJCS, Parent-Child Program In collaboration with City of Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Parks & Recreation Dept. and Mount Vernon Public Library Enjoy Playing and Learning Together with Toys, Games, Music, Story time, Special Guests, Water Play, & Arts & Crafts.
Where: Hartley Park (Gramatan & East Lincoln Avenue, Mount Vernon)
Rain / Inclement weather update: call (914) 949-7699 ext. 479
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays
10:00 AM — 12:00 Noon
COME ANY DAY…COME EVERY DAY! No Pre-registration needed!* *Family Child Care Providers must pre register, please call Miriam
*Sorry, but we cannot accommodate children over 5 years old.
KIDS CROCHET CLUB
Thursday, July 9, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Come and learn crochet basics! Recommended
for ages 5 and up, all materials provided.
¡Ven y aprende los conceptos básicos de crochet! Recomendado
Para edades de 5 años en adelante, todos los materiales incluidos.



















