Online Events & Classes Calendar

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Registration is required.

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

*This event is online only* Click on the links to register for: ► Part 1: 7/21/2025 from 12-1:30 pm | Online ► Part 2: 7/28/2025 from 12-1:30 PM | Online ► Part 3: 8/4/2025 from 12-1:30 PM | Online With this new, three-part series you'll finally feel confident creating content that matches your business and brand style. Think you’re “not a designer”? Don’t worry—this new series is made just for you. Whether you're an entrepreneur, freelancer, or side hustler, these friendly and pract…

Join us for a virtual book discussion. Have a book you've read recently and want to talk about? Email ahead of time and we'll make sure you have time to share with the group. Just want to listen to some book recommendations? That's great too, we'll share what we've been reading. This will happen through 'Google Meet'. If you'd like to participate or listen in, register here providing your email address for a link.

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

**This event will be online only** Through stories, anecdotes, popular culture, and humor, Sébastien Page discusses research in psychology on how to improve your performance, resilience, and leadership skills.Topics covered include: Positive psychology studies what makes people thrive—think of it as the science of long-term happiness. Sports psychology focuses on the mental game of high performance for individuals and teams. It overlaps with positive psychology in several areas. P…

Register Play Club is like a book club, but for plays! Whether you are familiar with the art of reading plays, or looking to expand your appreciation for dramatic literature, this book club is an opportunity to read plays you have been meaning to explore or have never considered reading before. Learn about new works, discover new playwrights, and make friends! This month we read and discuss Joe Turner’s Come and Gone by August Wilson. This group will read one playscript from the Library for th…

Budget and Credit Coaching is available now in person! Do you need help budgeting, saving, or managing your money? Do you have issues with credit or debt? Budget and Credit coaches can help you with all of these issues and more. Make a 60-minute in-person appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community Service Society of NY. More about the FCC here. In-person appointments are at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 45…

This is an online event. This is a virtual fiber art circle where we chat, craft, and create! Join us as we crochet, knit, or sew and share our knowledge and WIPS. AS well as our deep love of YAAAAARRRRN! All the yarn. Nohting but yarn. We will also do our best to give instruction on your knitting, crocheting, or sewing questions. So make sure to have your supplies and projects with you, and come craft with us! Dont hesitate to virtually browse all of the NYPL titles. If you have any question…

This event is online only. Children 18-36 months old and their caregivers can join us for songs, early literacy activities, and books! Any child under 5 also welcome! Missed out on family storytimes over the last year? Ready to move and sing and read books together? Catch up with Hal and the children's team as we sing songs, read picture books, and move around together--virtually! This program will be held over Google Meets. After registering, you will receive the link to the program 24 hour…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address.This class will cover alternative lookup methods in Excel - LOOKUP and INDEX MATCH - and discuss the pros and cons of each. This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

This is an online event hosted by the Riverdale Library staff. Join us for a virtual coffee and a discussion of Coup de Grace by Ambrose Bierce at noon. Here's the link to the story. To attend, please register below using your email address. We will send you a link to join the session one day before the discussion. You'll need a device with audio or video capabilities and an internet connection to participate. The session is limited to 18 participants, so register soon to avoid disappointment. P…

**This event is online only** An introduction to bonds and bond terminology, including coupon, yield, yield to maturity, basis points, bond ratings, and collateral. Learn about different types of bonds, including Treasuries, Corporates, and Municipals. Join Prof. Sris Chatterjee, Gabelli Chair in Global Security Analysis at Fordham University, as he explains the relationship between bond prices and interest rates and the important risks one should consider when purchasing bonds. This pr…

Join us to discuss the various tech highlights from the National Federation of the Blind National Convention. We will discuss new and developing technologies, as well as give updates on existing products. This workshop will take place online. Register here! The National Federation of the Blind National Convention is the largest gathering of blind people in the world. It is the premier event for training, support, and information for the blind community. Learn more about the Convention.

This event is online only. Miss the library and talking about books? So do we! Join us for a virtual book discussion. Have a book you've read recently and want to talk about? Just want to listen to some book recommendations? That's great, too. We'll share what we've been reading during this crazy time. This month we will discuss the story from The Private Life of Spies and The Exquisite Art of Getting Even: Stories by Alexander McCall Smith. On July 22, we will discuss the short story "Fili…

*This event is online only* Let your voice be heard in the Kingsbridge Library’s Teen Advisory Group! TAG meetings will be held on Tuesday afternoons from 4:00 - 5:00 PM through Google Meet. Any teens ages 13 - 18 are eligible to join. Become a TAG member today, so you can: * Brainstorm with other teens about books, programs, and ways to improve the library. * Learn to use creative tools that can be used for library projects, school projects, and more. * Learn about new books before the…

Interested in creating a business, but not sure where to start? Join us at the St. George Library Center for a business workshop series hosted by NYC Business Solutions! NOTE: All of these courses will take place ONLINE except for the July 14th course, which will take place in-person at the St. George Library Center. Click the links below to register! Tuesday, 7/1 @ 4-6PM: First Steps to Starting a Business Wednesday, 7/2 @ 11AM-12PM: Grants That Give Back: Funding Your Business & Commun…

Tuesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM This event is online only. We welcome learners at all levels! Bring your questions, get support for your learning goals and find out how to learn Braille for free from home. To register, please email ChanceyFleet@nypl.org or call (212) 206-5400, extension 3.

**This event will be online only** Learn how to identify core processes in your business operations and how to draft the Operations section of your business plan. The operations section of your plan should provide an overview of the strategy for the day-to-day implementation of your business model. The discussion includes: Inventory Control Supply and Distribution Operational Challenges Management Team The Art of Delegation Facilities Production This program is part of the N…

This event is online only. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early literacy at home! Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Register and you will receive an email with the link by 9:00 am on the day of the event. Storytime is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during…

"This event will take place in-person at the Castle Hill Library" Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. Storytime is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

"This event will be online only" Working into your seventies? People work well past traditional retirement age for a variety of reasons. Doing so presents some financial planning opportunities to embrace, and some pitfalls to avoid, in order to enhance financial security in later life. Anthea Perkinson, CFP®, reviews these opportunities and pitfalls, as well as how to make the most of these extra years of earnings. Click here to Register About The Presenter: Anthea Perkinson, CFP®…

This event is online only. Meditation: A Vacation from Stress Meditation is being prescribed by many medical practitioners and has been widely recognized as a means to enhance one’s health and reduce stress. Throughout the nation meditation has become a positive force for health and wellbeing. Join Gerry Gorman for this lively and engaging workshop. There will even be a chance to practice this technique. Brief Bio Gerry Gorman Gerry Gorman has worked as a professional engine…

This event is online only. Come join us and get lost in the creative world of crochet. Learn how to chain, loop, stitch and so much more. Enter your email in the space provided, and you'll be sent a meeting link the day before the program.

**This event will be online only** This program will review the following topics: Determine your funding needs​ Understanding Your Credit Score!​ Different Financing Options for Small Businesses​ Choosing the Right Lenders ​ Applying for a business loan Accompany Capital Loan Programs​ Benefits of working with CDFI​ Financing Options Click here to register About the Presenter: Tshering D. Gurung - Director of Business Development, Training & PartnershipsAs the Direc…

THIS IS AN ONLINE EVENT ¡Hola! ¿Te gusta hablar español? Want to practice your Spanish? Join the staff of the New York Public Library and other fellow Spanish speakers for an hour of Spanish conversation. This group is at the intermediate level, but it's a friendly gathering and everyone is welcome. Registration is required to participate. You don't need a library card to register, only an email address. Visit the Jalapeño Social Hour Agenda webpage to learn about the topic and how to pre…

Interested in creating a business, but not sure where to start? Join us at the St. George Library Center for a business workshop series hosted by NYC Business Solutions! NOTE: All of these courses will take place ONLINE except for the July 14th course, which will take place in-person at the St. George Library Center. Click the links below to register! Tuesday, 7/1 @ 4-6PM: First Steps to Starting a Business Wednesday, 7/2 @ 11AM-12PM: Grants That Give Back: Funding Your Business & Commun…

This is an online-only event. Welcome to Seward Park’s Writers' Workshop for Adults. We gather every two weeks to critique writing and exercise. Our next meeting will be held on July 21st from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Google Meet. We will use the Google Meet platform and you will be emailed the link to join on the day prior to the meeting.

This event is online only. Join us twice a month for an hour of brain games! Spend an hour with some Library friends from the St. George and Todt Hill - Westerleigh Branch Libraries, stretching our mental muscles with different cranial activities. Each session will feature some relaxing centering time and everything from word games to trivia to get your needed mental fitness workout with the library. We will also feature some tips, books, and resources on continuing your exercise with Library…

Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners will meet online and have the opportunity to practice English by chatting with library staff and other adults from around the world. Meet other people who are practicing English, just like you! The program works best for people who speak some English and want to practice. Register below and include your contact information to receive the link to participate. The link will b…

Our coloring group is now online and in-person! We will meet online and in person every Thursday at 11am. We can color and socialize while practicing social distancing. We can chat with each other about current events, hobbies, movies and books while we color. Coloring can be done by anyone of any age, not just artists or creative types. Coloring can have therapeutic benefits such as alleviating stress and anxiety. Many have compared the benefits of coloring to achieving relaxation from meditati…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address.This class will cover alternative lookup methods in Excel - LOOKUP and INDEX MATCH - and discuss the pros and cons of each. This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

**This event will be online only** The NYC Department of Small Business Services (SBS) has a mission to help entrepreneurs start, operate, and grow their ventures. This presentation will go over the different free programs and services for entrepreneurs at all stages. Whether you're just starting out, looking to grow, or seeking guidance to operate more effectively, SBS has the resources to support you. Click here to register About the Presenter: Jacques Brunvil helps drive small bus…

This class is online only. Have you ever wondered about the history of your home? Who used to live there or what their lives were like? This class will show you how to research the history of your building and the people who owned and lived in it. Looking at censuses, city directories, land conveyances, and photographs, newspapers and local histories you will learn how to construct a narrative history of your home. Captioning is provided. If you have a specific accessibility request, please e…

Interested in creating a business, but not sure where to start? Join us at the St. George Library Center for a business workshop series hosted by NYC Business Solutions! NOTE: All of these courses will take place ONLINE except for the July 14th course, which will take place in-person at the St. George Library Center. Click the links below to register! Tuesday, 7/1 @ 4-6PM: First Steps to Starting a Business Wednesday, 7/2 @ 11AM-12PM: Grants That Give Back: Funding Your Business & Commun…