May 2026
Prep. for Citizenship Test
Friday, May 29, 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, May 29, 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.
Seen, Heard, and Healing
Saturday, May 30, 2026
11:00 am - 1:00 pm
presented by KindRoot Wellness in Partnership with The Mount Vernon Public Library
When Doctors Don’t Listen: A Conversation on Medical Gaslighting
Join us for an empowering conversation about medical gaslighting, self advocacy,
and trusting your body. Learn how to recognize when your concerns are being
dismissed, document symptoms clearly, and speak up with confidence during
medical visits.
Continental breakfast will be served
Free community event
A KindRoot Wellness Patient Empowerment Series
Sponsored by

Youth Arts
Saturday, May 30, 2026
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
At The Arts and Letters Committee of the: Westchester Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. present Youth Arts Experience.
Children in grades Kindergarten through 6th grade should join us
for a day to learn about the visual and performing arts and how they
stimulate joy, laughter, fun.
The day’s activities will inspire creativity in all who participate.
Some activities will take place outdoors so dress for the outdoors
and to move and dance as well.
Register Here
https://formjotform.com/261320510850040
Wild Facts about Wild Mushrooms
Saturday, May 30, 2026
3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Explore the diverse and captivating world of wild mushrooms! This all-ages
presentation, led by experienced mycophile Lisa Solomon, will delve into the
surprising variety of colors, shapes, sizes, and even smells found in fungi, challenging
common myths along the way. Participants will learn to identify major genera and their
defining characteristics, discover essential gear for forest foraging, and review safety
rules for collecting and cooking edible varieties.
The session will also cover emerging frontiers in mycology: how fungi can help save
the world, and will provide connections to local amateur clubs, field guides, mobile
apps, and online identification communities.
June 2026
Grab-N-Go
Monday, June 1, 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, June 1, 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, June 1, 2026
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Learn to use a free email program and Cloud storage.
Book Signing with Stacy E. Rogers
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
SUMMER READING AUTHOR EVENT
—- BOOK SIGNING & AUTHOR TALK -—
Join us for an intriguing and humorous conversation as local author Stacy
Rogers reveals a white lie she told while traveling across Morocco—and
how it became serendipitous seminal to writing her novel, Behind jagged
Edges of Silhouette Trees, which lends voice to the journey of self-discovery
and to the common threads that transcend gender, sexuality, and cultural
expectations in our quest for authenticity.
Tales for Toddlers.
Wednesday, June 3, 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.
Read-A-Round
Wednesday, June 3, 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.
Crochet Group
Thursday, June 4, 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.
Summer Craft
Thursday, June 4, 2026
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm
Get creative with
some themed crafts.
Lets enjoy a pleasant “Crafternoon”
this Summer
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.
Prep. for Citizenship Test
Friday, June 5, 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 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.
Stories Workshop
Saturday, June 6, 2026
10:00 am - 12:00 pm
Read and Discuss Stories Workshop
Activities
- Receive Books
- Obtain a Library Card for Your Child
- Learn strategies to support your Infant and Toddler’s Development through Reading and Language.
- Learn about the programs The Mount Vernon Public Library has to offer
The Mount Vernon Basics Campaign is a coalition of individuals, organizations, and childcare providers working to make sure that every child gets a great start in life.
“Win Prizes”
Contact Info:
Gayle White, Ed.D.
Mount Vernon Basics Coordinator
gwhite@mtvernoncsd.org
(914) 358-2375















