Events

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. Have you ever wanted to build the city of your dreams with all of the skyscrapers and roads, but didn't have the space? Then come to Dongan Hills and, in person, make use of our space and our bins of blocks and see what your imagination comes up with! Ages 2-5

This event is online only. Join us in the virtual realm with other readers like yourself and library staff! Share your favorite reads, your go-to authors, and grab some new recommendations. We guarantee it'll be a fun, casual time to hang without leaving the comfort of your home. Sweat pants and furry friends welcome!

Adult learners will meet in person @ Dongan Hills 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. Registration is not required.

Please note that this program will be live-streamed at the NYPL Dongan Hills Library located at 1617 Richmond Rd, Staten Island NY 10304. Free refreshments will be served while supplies last. Join NYC Votes in collaboration with NYPL for civic engagement and voter registration training ahead of the November 5 General election! Whether you’re a community leader, student, or simply passionate about making a difference, this virtual training is designed for you to further your knowledge and eq…

If you’re looking for something fun to do after school, join us for simple but fun papercrafts that you can take home with you! These simple yet entertaining crafts are great for school-age children, or for younger children with the assistance of an adult. All supplies will be provided! This program is best for children 4 and up, and their caregiver(s) and will be on a first come, first served basis.

Please join us on the third Wednesday of every month as we host a button making workshop. You will have the choice to either create your own picture or have one printed out for you to show off your own personal style! This program is best for ages 12 to 17 and is first come, first served.

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. 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 and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage.

Please join us for the start of our monthly Graphic Novel Club. It will be a relaxing time to discuss the graphic novels we are reading as well as create our own artwork inspired graphic novels! Best for ages 13 and up. Registration is not required.

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for a surprise activity every Friday with board games, arts and crafts, Legos, and so much more. Ages 5-12

Please join us for a Saturday matinee showing of The Garfield Movie!

Please join us in person at the Dongan Hills Library as we make our own Halloween feather masks. These masks are perfect for any Masquerade Ball, Halloween Party, or a trip to the library! There is no need to register for this event, and all supplies will be provided by the library.

This event will take place in person at the Dongan Hills Library. We provide the LEGO, while you provide the imagination and build a creative masterpiece to be kept on display in the library between programs. Ages 4-12

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. Blocks, play food, games, play-doh, all of the above..? Who knows what we will be doing and what kind of fun we will be having! Ages 2-5

This event is online only. Join us in the virtual realm with other readers like yourself and library staff! Share your favorite reads, your go-to authors, and grab some new recommendations. We guarantee it'll be a fun, casual time to hang without leaving the comfort of your home. Sweat pants and furry friends welcome!

Adult learners will meet in person @ Dongan Hills 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. Registration is not required.

If you’re looking for something fun to do after school, join us for simple but fun papercrafts that you can take home with you! These simple yet entertaining crafts are great for school-age children, or for younger children with the assistance of an adult. All supplies will be provided! This program is best for children 4 and up, and their caregiver(s) and will be on a first come, first served basis.

Please join us as we continue with our celebration of the spooky season by making magic wands that light up! We provide the materials, and you provide the creativity! Best for ages 10-15. First come forst served.

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. 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 and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage.

Please join us in person at the Dongan Hills Library as we test our knowledge of Sanrio with a fun filled trivia game! Registration is not required. Best for ages 10-15.

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for a surprise activity every Friday with board games, arts and crafts, Legos, and so much more. Ages 5-12

Please join us for a Saturday Matinee showing of Ghostbusters Frozen Empire!

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for Creating a Story Cloth with Nikita! Teaching Teaching Artist Nikita Shah teaches a 6 session textile arts story cloth making program. Please sign up for all sessions in the series at one time. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged. REGISTER HERE for November sessions. REGISTER HERE for December sessions…

This event will take place in person at the Dongan Hills Library. We provide the LEGO, while you provide the imagination and build a creative masterpiece to be kept on display in the library between programs. Ages 4-12

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. Have you ever wanted to build the city of your dreams with all of the skyscrapers and roads, but didn't have the space? Then come to Dongan Hills and, in person, make use of our space and our bins of blocks and see what your imagination comes up with! Ages 2-5

This event is online only. Join us in the virtual realm with other readers like yourself and library staff! Share your favorite reads, your go-to authors, and grab some new recommendations. We guarantee it'll be a fun, casual time to hang without leaving the comfort of your home. Sweat pants and furry friends welcome!

Please join us on the last Tuesday of every month as we host a 3D printer lab. You will have the choice to create your own 3D print by creating a free tinkercad account or by selecting a picture you would like. Please be aware that some 3D prints take a longer amount of time, and you will be able to pick up your creations on a different day. Come and see right before your eyes what technology and creativity can do! Best for ages 13-18. First come, first served.

If you’re looking for something fun to do after school, join us for simple but fun papercrafts that you can take home with you! These simple yet entertaining crafts are great for school-age children, or for younger children with the assistance of an adult. All supplies will be provided! This program is best for children 4 and up, and their caregiver(s) and will be on a first come, first served basis.

Please join us as we decorate Halloween Keychains made with our 3D printer! It's not too late to get in on all the fun of the spooky season! Best for ages 10-15. First come, first served due to limited supplies available.

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. 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 and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage.

Please join us virtually on the last Thursday of every month as we discuss a different mystery/thriller title. For October, we will be celebrating Halloween by discussing Hallowe'en Party by Agatha Christie. A Halloween party turns sinister when Joyce is discovered dead in an apple bobbing tub after claiming she witnesed a murder. Can Detective Poirot solve the case? This program is best for ages 18 and up. Online registration is required, and the link to join will be sent out the day before…

Reading keeps us connected. Join us for a neighborhood book club at the Dongan Hills Library. The New York Public Library continues partnering with WNYC to present a book club experience! Each month, we will read a new title leading up to a live conversation, in-person or online, with the author and All of It host Alison Stewart. This book club will take place IN PERSON at the Dongan Hills Library. The New York Public Library and WNYC—two indispensable New York institutions—are par…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for Creating a Story Cloth with Nikita! Teaching Teaching Artist Nikita Shah teaches a 6 session textile arts story cloth making program. Please sign up for all sessions in the series at one time. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged. REGISTER HERE for December sessions. Program Description: Inspired by t…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for Creating a Story Cloth with Nikita! Teaching Teaching Artist Nikita Shah teaches a 6 session textile arts story cloth making program. Please sign up for all sessions in the series at one time. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged. REGISTER HERE for December sessions. Program Description: Inspired by t…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for Creating a Story Cloth with Nikita! Teaching Teaching Artist Nikita Shah teaches a 6 session textile arts story cloth making program. Please sign up for all sessions in the series at one time. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged. REGISTER HERE for December sessions. Program Description: Inspired by t…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for Creating a Story Cloth with Nikita! Teaching Teaching Artist Nikita Shah teaches a 6 session textile arts story cloth making program. Please sign up for all sessions in the series at one time. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged. Program Description: Inspired by the South Asian term meaning leisure,…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Dongan Hills Library. Join us for Creating a Story Cloth with Nikita! Teaching Teaching Artist Nikita Shah teaches a 6 session textile arts story cloth making program. Please sign up for all sessions in the series at one time. Attendance at all sessions is strongly encouraged. Program Description: Inspired by the South Asian term meaning leisure,…