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Sarah Lawrence Student Molly Blade Hatch conducted this oral history interview with Librarian Eugene Howell about library fashions, including shifting professional standards for dress and gendered expectations.

Evan describes his upbringing and how he became interested in art. He talks about how his mother allowed him to practice graffiti art in his bedroom. He describes art projects that he created with Katori Walker, such as 100 Words of Wisdom and Yes…

George provided amusing tales about his childhood in Yonkers and experiences in the Army. He also talked about his family's history.

James describes becoming a paratrooper and meeting French president Charles de Gaulle. He then talks about his service during the Vietnam War and his effort to get Thomas Minogue, a soldier killed during the Vietnam War, the Medal of Honor.

Joan Cela describes her experience at the Grinton I. Will Library when it first opened.

John Ameer, author of the book Assyrians in Yonkers: Reminiscences of a Community, talked about the closeness of the Assyrian community in Yonkers and the history of the Assyrian people.The video of John Ameer's interview is on the Yonkers Public…

John talked about the Assyrian American community in Yonkers and recalled amusing stories from some of his family members.

Joe Kenner talks about the path that led him to his current position as CEO of Greyston. He also describes work opportunities and career development provided by Greyston to African American and Hispanic communities in Yonkers.

Kathleen tells her story about growing up in Yonkers and working at the Yonkers Public Library.

Kathy talked about the influence of Assyrian art and culture on her own works and letters from her grandfather about the Assyrian Genocide.