Events

Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child's learning through play!

This event will take place at Edenwald Library. A representative from Mayor's Public Engagement: GetCoveredNYC, the City of New York's official health insurance outreach and enrollment program, will be on site at the Edenwald Library to provide free in-person assistance to help you find the coverage that is right for you. Information about the services provided by NYC Human Resources Administration will also be available. Public Health Educator: Orville Berry

Join us for a special time to bond with your little one, ages 0-18 months. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills your can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Limited to 15 families. First come, first served. Tickets will be given out at 11am on the day of the program.

Learn with help from a staff member about keyboarding basics such as: mouse movement and typing basics.

This event will take place in person at the Mosholu Library. Join the crowd of adult coloring fans and find out why adults are going back to coloring. We can chat about current events, hobbies, movies, and books while we color. New York Public Library is partnering with People’s Money - which is New York City’s Citywide Participatory Budgeting process. All New Yorkers age 11 and older regardless of immigration status get to decide how to spend millions of the city’s expense budget on projects…

This event will take place in person at the St. George Library Center. Come and join us as we watch a movie in the Teen Room.

Join us for an in-person, drop-in coloring club. Kids will use an assortment of coloring pages, crayons, and colored pencils to create their own art. Supplies are provided by the library, and inspiration is provided by kids! Children 12 and under are welcome.

This event will take place in person at the Mosholu Library. Join the crowd of adult coloring fans and find out why adults are going back to coloring. We can chat about current events, hobbies, movies, and books while we color. New York Public Library is partnering with People’s Money - which is New York City’s Citywide Participatory Budgeting process. All New Yorkers age 11 and older regardless of immigration status get to decide how to spend millions of the city’s expense budget on projects…

We'll be setting up the Nintendo Switch in the Community Room. Come play!

Thinking about life after college but don't know where to start? Or maybe you've got everything worked out but need someone to do a final look. Wherever you are on your post-secondary journey, we can help! We can cover General information for your post-secondary goals College applications and admission essays Job applications and resumes Finding funding for college And more! Make an appointment for a virtual individualised session here!

Join us for a fun read-out-loud session for children of all ages. Let's bring stories to life through engaging storytelling and interactive activities that will spark imagination and create lasting memories. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. No registration required. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Únase a nosotros para escuchar canciones, rimas y libros favoritos pa…

This event will take place in person at Ottendorfer Library. Join the Ottendorfer Library weekly on Tuesday for board games like: Battleship, Hockey, Soccer, Operation, Monopoly and many more. 3pm to 4pm No Registration Required Open to 13-18 years old

This event will be taking place at the Soundview Library Join us at the Soundview Library for an afternoon craft!

This event will take place in person at Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. Visit Chez Belafonte to sample multiple courses with titles by Native American and Pacific Islander authors and artists, and make suggestions for celebrating Indigenous books all month long.

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 is an in person evenat at Bloomingdale Library. Tai Chi is a martial art that developed a unique slow, relaxed method of training. Practicing Tai Chi can improve both your physical and mental health. This safe and gentle form of exercise is appropriate for all fitness levels. It is recommended for improving balance, body awareness, leg strength (important for fall prevention), coordination, and cognitive ability.

This event will take place in person at 58th Street Library. If you have a child between walking age and 36 months then this is for you! Join the librarian on the 2nd floor for books, action songs, and dancing. Not only will you and your little ones have a great time together but you will also be building important early literacy skills. *Registration is required online.* Please note: Programs take place on the second floor. There is no elevator available, and stroller parking is VERY limited.

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 will take place in person at the New Amsterdam Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books. For young children of all ages. Limited to 15 families.

Did you know? The New York Public Library partners with accredited social work colleges across the city to connect you with students who can help you find information about services for food, clothing, health, and shelter. They can help you understand what government benefits and programs are available to you. During the listed hours you can drop-in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served). Mondays, Tuesdays 10 AM -7:30 PM (closed for lunch ~ 1 - 2 PM) Wednesdays 4…

This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library . Do you want to improve your computer skills? Here is a list of possible one on one computer sessions you can inquire our staff about. Learning how to type Creating an Email Address Other Basic Needs Please register at the front desk for available time slots. Each session is one hour.

This program will take place in person at Charleston Library. Let’s get the wiggles out! 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. No registration is required however space is limited. First come, first served. We request you attend only…

Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child's learning through play!

This program will take place in person at Charleston Library. Join us every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for Early Literacy Open Play in our Children's Room! Meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child’s learning through play! A great opportunity for socialization! Best for children ages 3 and under and their caregivers.

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 1st Floor Corner Space. In Person English Conversation Hour (ECH) is an open conversation where English language learners can discuss life, art, music, films, food, culture, current events, and other topics of interest. Participation takes place in small group settings. This is not a formal class, but a fun and informal discussion - the only requirement is you are ready to have a conversation! Fall 2024 DATES:…

Join us for a relaxing free-form art program for your little ones. Children are encouraged to create art using various different media, while listening to classical music.

Join us for a special time to bond with your little one. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs! For pre-walkers. Space is limited. First come first served.

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. You may join the class session using this link: https://nypl.zoom.us/j/88146170141?pwd=WV9svf5Ldg7oTrk3lyv5BylMC6KPo3.1 Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Excel. Topics include using formulas and functions, data sorting and conditional formatting. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older…

Learn how to create documents, apply formatting, and to save and share your work using Microsoft Word. No prior experience with Microsoft Word is required to take this class.

This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we color and paint with the little ones. Help them to express themselves and develop their fine motor skills through creativity. Children, ages 0-3 , with their caregivers are welcomed.

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a full name and valid email address. This class covers how to use conditional logic in formulas and functions, allowing you to create formulas that act differently in different circumstances. Topics covered include: IF statements, nested IF statements, AND and OR functions. You will receive an email the day of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addres…

Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books, songs, and gentle movement in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers and who prefer a gentle, slow-paced program. Limit of 8 children and their caregivers. Storytime will take place in the Community Room on LL2

This program is in-person. Adults will continue learning about different functions in gmail. This program is in Bengali.

Picture book stories, rhymes, and songs for babies and toddlers.

歡迎參加本館的中英故事時間！本館將會使用普通話和英語來講故事，唱活潑的歌曲和童謠。歡迎嬰兒到五歲的孩子以及看護者來參加。請記住，看護者與孩子在一起時，故事時間是最有效的。 無需註冊！Come join us for a Mandarin/English Bilingual Storytime filled with songs, stories, and purposeful play! Recommended for kids from birth to 5 years old with their caregivers. Remember storytime is most effective when caregivers are present with their child. No registration required! 請注意： 兒童車需要折好停放於二樓（兒童房）。遺憾的是，本館沒有電梯從大門直上二樓。所有兒童車都需要攜帶上前門樓梯然後直進一樓後面的電梯。我們無法保證工作人員能夠提供兒童車的幫助，並建議所有家長尋找代替兒童車的方法。PLEASE NOTE:…

This Program Will Be Online Only. Although listeners may be more familiar with the names Apache and Sioux, it was in fact the legendary fighting ability of the Comanches that determined just how and when the American West opened up. They were so masterful at war and so skillful with their arrows and lances that they stopped the northern drive of colonial Spain from Mexico and halted the French expansion westward from Louisiana. White settlers arriving in Texas from the Eastern United States…

This event will take place in person at the Yorkville 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 Note: * Ticket required for entry. Limited to 25 children plus caregiver(s) * ** 10:30 Storytime - tickets available at 9:45…

This event will take place in person at Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library. If you have a tech problem, question, or would just like some individualized tech tutorials, this is your time to work with a librarian and receive their personal attention and instruction. Patrons can schedule individual time with library staff for help with any tasks that need to be completed via the computer and or personal phone. Time slots can vary from increments of 15 minutes to 1 hour. Please register in advanc…

Join Seward Park Library, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, for a series of programs designed to help you start and operate a successful business. The series continues with the topic How SBA Programs and Services Can Help You Start, Grow, and Succeed, in which participants will learn about SBA Financing Programs: SBA’s Lender Match; Readiness is All; Financing Programs including Loans: 7(a), 504, Microloan, International Trade Loans, Surety Bonds, Grants for R&D; In…

Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early learning through art. Young artists will explore colors, shapes, and more while working on motor skills, creativity, and imagination.