Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

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1 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club
Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club 1:00pm - 4:00pm

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Mar 28, 2026, until Apr 3, 2027
2 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays
Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Apr 11, 2026, until Apr 10, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Drums & Strings & Shaky Things
Derby Neck Library - Drums & Strings & Shaky Things 10:30am - 11:30am

Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program! There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things! This program is targeted to ages Birth – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Monday, starting from Mar 16, 2026, until Mar 1, 2027
2 – 2:30 pm Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under)
Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under) 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Kids create things using playdough.

Location:
Multi-purpose room of library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Jul 6, 2026, until Aug 31, 2026
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time
Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time 3:30pm - 5:30pm

This weekly program is fun for the whole family! Enjoy getting out with your loved ones for some free entertainment at your library. Drop in any time from 3:30-5:30 to participate in that day's activity. We'll switch up themes to keep it fresh.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Apr 6, 2026, until Apr 5, 2027
4:30 pm – 6 pm Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic
Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more! Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Sep 8, 2025, forever

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Littles' Art Studio
Derby Neck Library - Littles' Art Studio 10:30am - 11:30am

Every other Tuesday, bring your little one in-person for some artistic exploration of various art mediums! One session will feature finger painting, while another will have stamps, and then another will have chalk. Your child will get to experiment with all sorts of artwork, bringing out their little Picasso (and maybe a bit of yours, too)! And the best part is, we clean up the mess. Join us

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Tuesday, starting from Jun 9, 2026, forever
1 – 2:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV
Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV 1:00pm - 2:30pm

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
3 – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays
Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft
Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Jan 6, 2026, until Jan 4, 2027

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10 – 11 am Summer Fun & Sidewalk Scribbles (All Ages Outside Playtime) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Summer Fun & Sidewalk Scribbles (All Ages Outside Playtime) at Derby PUBLIC Library 10:00am - 11:00am

We'll have plenty of ways to cultivate summer fun with bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and outdoor games for children & the families to enjoy.

Location:
Front lawn of the DPL, at the corner of Elizabeth St. & Caroline St.
Derby


 Repeats Jul 14, 2026, Jul 21, 2026, Jul 29, 2026, Aug 5, 2026
12 – 1 pm Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup
Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Jun 15, 2026, forever
3 – 4:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Makerspace
Derby Neck Library - Makerspace 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Mar 25, 2026, forever
6 – 7:45 pm Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club
Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club 6:00pm - 7:45pm

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Nov 19, 2025, until Nov 24, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos
Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos 10:30am - 11:30am

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Mar 19, 2026, until Mar 4, 2027
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes
Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Jun 4, 2026, until Jun 3, 2027

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10 – 10:30 am Little Sprouts Storytime (Birth - 2 years) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Little Sprouts Storytime (Birth - 2 years) at Derby PUBLIC Library 10:00am - 10:30am

Little Sprouts Storytime is a delightful first introduction to story time for your little one!

Location:
Multipurpose room, lower level
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Friday, starting from Jun 5, 2026, until Aug 21, 2026
11 am – 1 pm Friday Family Flicks (All Ages) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Friday Family Flicks (All Ages) at Derby PUBLIC Library 11:00am - 1:00pm

Join us each Friday this summer for a family-friendly movie and a cozy afternoon at the library! 🍿🎥

Location:
multi-purpose room on lower level of library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Friday, starting from Jul 10, 2026, until Aug 14, 2026

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1 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club
Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club 1:00pm - 4:00pm

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Mar 28, 2026, until Apr 3, 2027
2 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays
Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Apr 11, 2026, until Apr 10, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Littles' Storytime
Derby Neck Library - Littles' Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am

Every other Monday, little ones are invited to join Brendan for some fun fingerplays, stories, and games aimed at early literacy, language development, and socialization! This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Monday, starting from Mar 23, 2026, forever
2 – 2:30 pm Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under)
Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under) 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Kids create things using playdough.

Location:
Multi-purpose room of library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Jul 6, 2026, until Aug 31, 2026
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time
Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time 3:30pm - 5:30pm

This weekly program is fun for the whole family! Enjoy getting out with your loved ones for some free entertainment at your library. Drop in any time from 3:30-5:30 to participate in that day's activity. We'll switch up themes to keep it fresh.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Apr 6, 2026, until Apr 5, 2027
4:30 pm – 6 pm Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic
Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more! Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Sep 8, 2025, forever

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Baby Stories and Senses
Derby Neck Library - Baby Stories and Senses 10:30am - 11:30am

A special story and playtime just for babies and toddlers! We’ll start with some songs, stories, and lap bounces, followed by 20 mins or so of free play! We’ll have interactive toys perfect for those practicing tummy time up to those learning to stand and walk, such as shakers, interactive mats, water tables, and more!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Tuesday, starting from Jun 2, 2026, until Apr 13, 2027
1 – 2:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV
Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV 1:00pm - 2:30pm

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
3 – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays
Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft
Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Jan 6, 2026, until Jan 4, 2027

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12 – 1 pm Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup
Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Jun 15, 2026, forever
3 – 4:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Makerspace
Derby Neck Library - Makerspace 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Mar 25, 2026, forever
6 – 7:45 pm Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club
Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club 6:00pm - 7:45pm

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Nov 19, 2025, until Nov 24, 2027

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9:30 am – 10:30 am Summer Fun & Sidewalk Scribbles (All Ages Outside Playtime) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Summer Fun & Sidewalk Scribbles (All Ages Outside Playtime) at Derby PUBLIC Library 9:30am - 10:30am

We'll have plenty of ways to cultivate summer fun with bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and outdoor games for children & the families to enjoy.

Location:
Front lawn of the DPL, at the corner of Elizabeth St. & Caroline St.
Derby

10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos
Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos 10:30am - 11:30am

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Mar 19, 2026, until Mar 4, 2027
11 am – 12 pm Summer Fun & Sidewalk Scribbles (All Ages Outside Playtime) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Summer Fun & Sidewalk Scribbles (All Ages Outside Playtime) at Derby PUBLIC Library 11:00am - 12:00pm

We'll have plenty of ways to cultivate summer fun with bubbles, sidewalk chalk, and outdoor games for children & the families to enjoy.

Location:
Front lawn of the DPL, at the corner of Elizabeth St. & Caroline St.
Derby

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes
Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Jun 4, 2026, until Jun 3, 2027

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10 – 10:30 am Blooming Bookworms Storytime (Ages 2-5) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Blooming Bookworms Storytime (Ages 2-5) at Derby PUBLIC Library 10:00am - 10:30am

a playful preschool story time adventure for little learners!

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby


 Repeats Jun 27, 2026, Jul 17, 2026, Jul 31, 2026, Aug 14, 2026, Aug 28, 2026
11 am – 1 pm Friday Family Flicks (All Ages) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Friday Family Flicks (All Ages) at Derby PUBLIC Library 11:00am - 1:00pm

Join us each Friday this summer for a family-friendly movie and a cozy afternoon at the library! 🍿🎥

Location:
multi-purpose room on lower level of library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Friday, starting from Jul 10, 2026, until Aug 14, 2026

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1 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club
Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club 1:00pm - 4:00pm

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Mar 28, 2026, until Apr 3, 2027
2 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays
Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Apr 11, 2026, until Apr 10, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Drums & Strings & Shaky Things
Derby Neck Library - Drums & Strings & Shaky Things 10:30am - 11:30am

Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program! There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things! This program is targeted to ages Birth – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Monday, starting from Mar 16, 2026, until Mar 1, 2027
2 – 2:30 pm Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under)
Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under) 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Kids create things using playdough.

Location:
Multi-purpose room of library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Jul 6, 2026, until Aug 31, 2026
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time
Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time 3:30pm - 5:30pm

This weekly program is fun for the whole family! Enjoy getting out with your loved ones for some free entertainment at your library. Drop in any time from 3:30-5:30 to participate in that day's activity. We'll switch up themes to keep it fresh.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Apr 6, 2026, until Apr 5, 2027
4:30 pm – 6 pm Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic
Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more! Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Sep 8, 2025, forever

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Littles' Art Studio
Derby Neck Library - Littles' Art Studio 10:30am - 11:30am

Every other Tuesday, bring your little one in-person for some artistic exploration of various art mediums! One session will feature finger painting, while another will have stamps, and then another will have chalk. Your child will get to experiment with all sorts of artwork, bringing out their little Picasso (and maybe a bit of yours, too)! And the best part is, we clean up the mess. Join us

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Tuesday, starting from Jun 9, 2026, forever
1 – 2:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV
Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV 1:00pm - 2:30pm

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
3 – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays
Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft
Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Jan 6, 2026, until Jan 4, 2027

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12 – 1 pm Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup
Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Jun 15, 2026, forever
3 – 4:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Makerspace
Derby Neck Library - Makerspace 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Mar 25, 2026, forever
6 – 7:45 pm Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club
Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club 6:00pm - 7:45pm

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Nov 19, 2025, until Nov 24, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos
Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos 10:30am - 11:30am

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Mar 19, 2026, until Mar 4, 2027
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes
Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Jun 4, 2026, until Jun 3, 2027

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10 – 10:30 am Little Sprouts Storytime (Birth - 2 years) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Little Sprouts Storytime (Birth - 2 years) at Derby PUBLIC Library 10:00am - 10:30am

Little Sprouts Storytime is a delightful first introduction to story time for your little one!

Location:
Multipurpose room, lower level
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Friday, starting from Jun 5, 2026, until Aug 21, 2026

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1 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club
Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club 1:00pm - 4:00pm

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Mar 28, 2026, until Apr 3, 2027
2 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays
Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Apr 11, 2026, until Apr 10, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Littles' Storytime
Derby Neck Library - Littles' Storytime 10:30am - 11:30am

Every other Monday, little ones are invited to join Brendan for some fun fingerplays, stories, and games aimed at early literacy, language development, and socialization! This program is targeted to ages 3 – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Monday, starting from Mar 23, 2026, forever
2 – 2:30 pm Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under)
Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under) 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Kids create things using playdough.

Location:
Multi-purpose room of library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Jul 6, 2026, until Aug 31, 2026
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time
Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time 3:30pm - 5:30pm

This weekly program is fun for the whole family! Enjoy getting out with your loved ones for some free entertainment at your library. Drop in any time from 3:30-5:30 to participate in that day's activity. We'll switch up themes to keep it fresh.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Apr 6, 2026, until Apr 5, 2027
4:30 pm – 6 pm Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic
Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more! Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Sep 8, 2025, forever

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Baby Stories and Senses
Derby Neck Library - Baby Stories and Senses 10:30am - 11:30am

A special story and playtime just for babies and toddlers! We’ll start with some songs, stories, and lap bounces, followed by 20 mins or so of free play! We’ll have interactive toys perfect for those practicing tummy time up to those learning to stand and walk, such as shakers, interactive mats, water tables, and more!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Tuesday, starting from Jun 2, 2026, until Apr 13, 2027
1 – 2:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV
Derby Neck Library - Afternoon TeaV 1:00pm - 2:30pm

As in our pre-Covid days, attendees will be meeting on each Tuesday afternoon at 1 p.m. to enjoy a showing on our large-screen TV. Following the show, we will stay on for a discussion. Light, individually wrapped snacks and flavored teas are served at each meeting. Join us in the Community Room! We ask that no food or drink be brought into the event at this time. Now watching: TBD

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
3 – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays
Derby Neck Library - Let's Play Tuesdays 3:00pm - 5:30pm

Youth and their families are invited to our Community Room on Tuesdays from 3:00-6:00pm for all things gaming! We’ll have all your favorite family board games like Uno, Yahtzee, Qwirkle, and Clue, and all the exciting video games available on the library’s various gaming systems, including the Switch, Xbox, Playstation 4, and more. Come in, have a snack, and let’s play!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Mar 24, 2026, forever
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft
Derby Neck Library - StoryCraft 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Children of all ages are invited to enjoy this story and craft program. We read a few books related to a certain topic, and then make arts and crafts inspired by the stories.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Tuesday, starting from Jan 6, 2026, until Jan 4, 2027

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12 – 1 pm Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup
Derby Neck Library - Mahjong Meetup 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us on Wednesdays for Mahjong Meetup—a fun, relaxed gathering where adults can learn and play the classic game of mahjong. Perfect for beginners, this casual, stress-free environment offers guided instruction and plenty of practice time.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Jun 15, 2026, forever
3 – 4:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Makerspace
Derby Neck Library - Makerspace 3:00pm - 4:30pm

Come check out our Makerspace in the Children’s Room! Every Wednesday between 3:00pm and 4:30pm, staff will be on hand to assist you with any project you’d like to complete. We have a LEGO wall, a programmable robot, snap circuits, origami, pixel art, ingredients for slime–you name it, we can make it happen!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Mar 25, 2026, forever
6 – 7:45 pm Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club
Derby Neck Library - DNL Productions Film Club 6:00pm - 7:45pm

We make movies! Are you interested in taking your first steps as an actor, writer, director, or editor? Are you an experienced filmmaker looking for fellow artists to help bring your next vision to the screen? Do you just want to have fun and express your creativity with fellow movie-lovers? Then this is the group for you! Adults and teens welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Wednesday, starting from Nov 19, 2025, until Nov 24, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos
Derby Neck Library - Cantos y Cuentos 10:30am - 11:30am

Every Thursday at 10:30am, join Señor Bob in our Community Room for a bilingual storytime for speakers of all languages! You’ll sing songs, listen to stories, and ¡se divertirán mucho! This program to promote foreign language skills is targeted for ages 3-5, but all are welcome.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Mar 19, 2026, until Mar 4, 2027
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes
Derby Neck Library - Tales and Tunes 4:30pm - 5:30pm

Join Brendan in the Children's Room for a musical storytelling experience like no other! We retell stories from popular books, movies, and history with accompanying visuals and live music. Kids who attend should be comfortable sitting and watching for about 30 minutes, although questions, comments, singing along, and dancing are certainly welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Thursday, starting from Jun 4, 2026, until Jun 3, 2027

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10 – 10:30 am Blooming Bookworms Storytime (Ages 2-5) at Derby PUBLIC Library
Blooming Bookworms Storytime (Ages 2-5) at Derby PUBLIC Library 10:00am - 10:30am

a playful preschool story time adventure for little learners!

Location:
Children's Dept.
Derby


 Repeats Jun 27, 2026, Jul 17, 2026, Jul 31, 2026, Aug 14, 2026, Aug 28, 2026

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1 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club
Derby Neck Library - Needlers' Club 1:00pm - 4:00pm

The Derby Neck Needlers’ Club meets to exchange tips on crocheting, knitting and needlepoint. Newcomers are welcome and encouraged to attend. It’s a great way to learn some great skills!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Mar 28, 2026, until Apr 3, 2027
2 – 4 pm Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays
Derby Neck Library - STEM Saturdays 2:00pm - 4:00pm

STEM Saturdays is our newest children's program offering fun science explorations that help grow understanding about the natural world and reinforce the scientific method as a tool for making meaning out of observations.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Saturday, starting from Apr 11, 2026, until Apr 10, 2027

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10:30 am – 11:30 am Derby Neck Library - Drums & Strings & Shaky Things
Derby Neck Library - Drums & Strings & Shaky Things 10:30am - 11:30am

Come get your groove on with Brendan every other Monday during a music and movement program! There will be singing, dancing, stories, and a whole lot of shaky things! This program is targeted to ages Birth – 5, but everyone is welcome!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Every other week on Monday, starting from Mar 16, 2026, until Mar 1, 2027
2 – 2:30 pm Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under)
Play-doh Play at Derby PUBLIC Library (Ages 5 & under) 2:00pm - 2:30pm

Kids create things using playdough.

Location:
Multi-purpose room of library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Jul 6, 2026, until Aug 31, 2026
3:30 pm – 5:30 pm Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time
Derby Neck Library - Family Fun Time 3:30pm - 5:30pm

This weekly program is fun for the whole family! Enjoy getting out with your loved ones for some free entertainment at your library. Drop in any time from 3:30-5:30 to participate in that day's activity. We'll switch up themes to keep it fresh.

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Apr 6, 2026, until Apr 5, 2027
4:30 pm – 6 pm Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic
Derby Neck Library - Puzzles, Chess, and Magic 4:30pm - 6:00pm

Sharpen your mind and unwind: Mondays are for puzzles, games, and more! Join us in the Teen Space for a mix of brain teasers, strategy, and friendly competition! Here you can piece together giant jigsaw puzzles, sharpen your mind with Wordle and Sudoku, challenge a friend to regular chess or laser chess, or even dive into the world of Magic: The Gathering!

Location:
Derby Neck Library
Derby


 Repeats Weekly on Monday, starting from Sep 8, 2025, forever