Stay and Play
Friday, June 5, 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.
Bingo
Friday, June 5, 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 8, 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
Robert the Guitar Guy
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
10:15 am - 10:45 am
For ages 1 to 8 years
Robert’s musical program engages children and gets them up and moving! He creates an interactive experience that is fun for both children and caregivers.
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Read-A-Round
Wednesday, June 10, 2026
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
This book group for beginner readers meets once a week to share stories chosen by a librarian. Designed to improve reading skills and promote the love of reading, kids and librarians take turns reading aloud. After the reading, enjoy a snack while we talk about the books.
For independent readers, first grade and higher.
Please check the Children’s Room monthly calendar for schedule changes.
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KIDS CROCHET CLUB
Thursday, June 11, 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.
Stay and Play
Friday, June 12, 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.
Bingo
Friday, June 12, 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 15, 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
Tales for Toddlers.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
10:30 am - 11:00 am
A lively mix of stories, songs, and rhythmic activities that encourage learning, listening and love of reading for preschool age children. Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 am. to 11:00 am.
Scotty’s Bubbles N’ Balloons Show.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026
4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
He is a riot! Kids of all ages have a great time. Scotty loves to be silly as he performs his amazing twisting skills as well as awesome bubble tricks. The kids will be on the edge of their seats waiting for what comes next!
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Lego Adventures
Monday, June 22, 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
Tales for Toddlers.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026
10:30 am - 11:00 am
A lively mix of stories, songs, and rhythmic activities that encourage learning, listening and love of reading for preschool age children. Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 am. to 11:00 am.
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.
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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.
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
Repeating Events
Grab-N-Go
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.
To reserve a kit, send an email with CRAFT KIT as the subject to sdugaw@wlsmail.org.
Bingo
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
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
Stay and Play
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.
Tales for Toddlers.
10:30 am - 11:00 am
A lively mix of stories, songs, and rhythmic activities that encourage learning, listening and love of reading for preschool age children. Wednesday and Thursday from 10:30 am. to 11:00 am.
Read-A-Round
4:00 pm - 4:45 pm
This book group for beginner readers meets once a week to share stories chosen by a librarian. Designed to improve reading skills and promote the love of reading, kids and librarians take turns reading aloud. After the reading, enjoy a snack while we talk about the books.
For independent readers, first grade and higher.
Please check the Children’s Room monthly calendar for schedule changes.
Summer Fun at Hartley Park
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.
HARTLEY PARK MAP