YPL Press Release_125th Anniversary
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE<br />
Yonkers Public Library Marks 125 Years<br />
Year-long Celebration with New Initiatives and Themed Programs<br />
Yonkers, N.Y. (Feb. 6, 2018) – One hundred and twenty-five years ago, on February 9, 1893, the Yonkers<br />
Public Library was officially chartered by the state of New York, signed personally by Melvil Dewey<br />
himself. Since then, the Library has established itself as a premier public service to the Yonkers<br />
community and beyond. To commemorate this significant milestone, the Library will roll-out a series of<br />
programs highlighting the institution’s rich history, as well as celebrations for patrons of all ages.<br />
“The Library’s year-long Quasquicentennial celebration will honor our great libraries in myriad ways. We<br />
have collaborated with staff and volunteers, as well as our outstanding board, and supportive<br />
community to plan meaningful and memorable programs that celebrate our history and set a bright and<br />
exciting course for the future. I invite everyone to take part in and enjoy the Yonkers Public Library’s<br />
125 th Birthday,” said Ed Falcone, library director of the Yonkers Public Library.<br />
In 2018, the Library invites the community to celebrate its 125 th anniversary with special programming<br />
that honors the past and looks toward our future. One such program is the introduction of the 1000<br />
Books Before Kindergarten initiative.<br />
1000 Books Before Kindergarten, Sat., March 24, 2018<br />
An initiative that promotes early literacy by encouraging parents and/or caregivers to read 1,000 books<br />
with their child(ren) before they start kindergarten.<br />
Kick-off parties featuring a musical and magic show, storytelling, crafts, program information and free<br />
books for parents that sign their children up for the program. More information is available in the<br />
children’s department at each location.<br />
Party times:<br />
Crestwood Branch: 11 a.m.<br />
Grinton I. Will Library: 12:30 p.m.<br />
Riverfront Library: 3 p.m.<br />
The 125 th <strong>Anniversary</strong> is a reminder that capturing and preserving Yonkers’ history provides a richer<br />
understanding of the community for both past and future generations. The Library encourages residents<br />
to share their stories and photographs, particularly any special moments that were spent in any of the<br />
Yonkers libraries through the new state-of-the-art Local History Incubator at the Grinton I. Will Library<br />
You can make an appointment to use the space by calling (914) 337-5973.
Throughout 2018, the Library will be hosting many anniversary themed-events for adults, teens and<br />
kids. Look for these special programs on our website at www.ypl.org/<strong>125th</strong>, in the calendar and the<br />
Library’s eNewsletter.<br />
About the Yonkers Public Library<br />
The Yonkers Public Library was established in 1893 to serve the citizens of the City of Yonkers. There are<br />
currently three branches; the Riverfront Branch in downtown Yonkers, the Grinton I. Will Branch on<br />
Central Avenue and the Crestwood Branch in the Crestwood section of the city. Our mission is to change<br />
lives every date. Our expert, trusted staff help all the people of Yonkers find the information they need,<br />
the programs they enjoy, and the reading they love. In 2017, the library had over 875,000 visitors,<br />
checked out 750,000 items, held 3,146 programs for adults, teens and youth and answered 282,955<br />
reference questions.<br />
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