Classes & Workshops

This event takes place in-person in 67th St's Teen Room. Looking to get in touch with your most creative self or try a new art technique? Want to learn how sew a button or raise a hem? Come hang with us! Each week we supply tons of art and sewing supplies, and new craft ideas to try. From jewlery making, to painting, to paper-mache, the possibilities are endless!

Do you want to go to college or start a new career? Are you having a hard time figuring out where to start preparing your application or resume? Do you need some assistance with all the paperwork? Come join Mosholu Library counseling session! The Teen Librarian will help you look for: College Programs Certification Opportunities Job Opportunities Financial Aid Scholarships Resume Assistance

This program will take place in person at Wakefield Library. A wide variety of activities that involves making things with one's own hands.

This event will take place in person at Mosholu Library. Teens! Are you looking for college information and how to start your college search? Please join us for College 101, hosted by Mosholu Library. You’ll walk away with an understanding of what college is and resources to help you identify the different types of colleges and factors to consider when picking the right one.

Teens interested in learning more about college readiness resources at the library can speak with a YA Librarian.

**This program will take place at Yorkville Branch.** Want to work with other writers? Commit to a writing schedule? Practice your craft through writing prompts? Receive and discuss information and tips on writing, reading, editing, and revising? Then join the weekly meetings of the Yorkville Writing Circle. Share your unpublished drafts in an intimate setting. Get and give feedback. Writers of all genres and styles, at all levels, are welcome to participate. For adults ages 18 and up. For…

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 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…

Join us for a relaxing art program for your little ones, focused on learning the basics of the alphabet. Children are encouraged to build their motor skills using various different media, while listening to themed music.

This class is in-person and taught in Bengali. Adults will be introduced to the basic function of a computer and how to use it.

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 2nd Floor, Room 205. Join staff at SNFL for Archiving at Home: Safeguarding Using Archival Methods. Learn about taking care of different types of personal memorabilia while sharing the history of your cherished items. Make sure to leave items you are interested in preserving at home. Bring a photograph of the item and/or a detailed description. Bringing both is ideal! Sign up for our e-newsletter to stay up to da…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the PC Lab (Room 615). The first of a two-part class introducing 3D printing and 3D modeling. Part 1 covers 3D printing processes and applications as well as an introduction to 3D modeling and CAD (Computer-Aided Design) software.

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). This class covers the basics of using HTML and CSS to create a simple web page.

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a 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 & OR logic functions. This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g You may join the class session using this link: https://nypl.zoom.us/j/8800…

This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room. Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images and clipart, and running your slideshow.

Join us to learn or improve your skills on how to hold, click, and move the mouse, practice your typing and keyboarding skills.

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…

Need help with ebooks? Tablet on the fritz? Or just need a quick turn on a computer without an appointment? Drop by for some tech TLC, courtesy of your friendly neighborhood librarians.

Join Kips Bay for a writing workshop exploring 2024 and the passage of time. End of Year 2024 This event will be held in person at Kips Bay Library Writers of all levels, genres, and styles can attend and write. We invite you to join us for an informal and relaxed writing experience reflecting on the past year. Using a variety of prompts, we'll explore this unique year featuring a total solar eclipse, a wild ride of a presidential election, and an exciting New York earthquake. The work…

Looking for a new job? The library can help! Get help writing or revising your resume, and learn how to use websites like Indeed and Google to find current openings.

Bilingual Spanish Story Time! Tuesdays 11 am - 11:45 am. * Families have a 10-minute grace period. * Start and end times are approximate. We are looking forward to meeting you all!

Join us at Mott Haven Library every Tuesday morning for a relaxing hour of crafting together. Learn something new each week, ranging from watercolors to jewelry, clay pieces to greeting cards, and more. Let's enjoy each other's company and engage our artistic side on Tuesdays from 11 AM - 12 PM, just for adults. You are welcome to attend as many or few sessions as you like, as each week will be a new project and fresh start. Limited to 10 participants, first come first served. Please arrive on…

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Branch. Learn how to hold, click, and move the mouse and practice your typing/keyboarding skills.

This event will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library. It's your toddler's turn to read & craft! This week, we'll read How to Catch a Snowman by Adam Wallace and craft our very own snowman! Join us for a fun arts & crafts activity that you and your little one are sure to enjoy. Only 10 spots available! For ages 1 - 5 years. Registration is required for this event.

*THIS EVENT IS ONLINE VIA ZOOM Do you need some assistance writing your resume, practicing interview skills, or looking for a job? Come learn how to use Brainfuse JobNow, an online resource that can help you do all of these, and much more! With Brainfuse JobNow, you can: create a resume from scratch improve your resume find jobs that match what your skills and interests are get live assistance every day from 2 PM to 11 PM Join this virtual workshop held every two weeks to delve into e…

This event is online only. Want to practice your Spanish? Join library staff and other Spanish speakers for an hour of Spanish conversation. Welcoming beginner to fluent Spanish speakers to practice and learn more about the wonderful world of Spanish!

Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn the basics of the interface and get started creating your own digital art in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided.

This event will take place in person at 96th Street Library. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners will have the opportunity to learn English by watching We Speak N…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. PLEASE NOTE: The class Dec. 31 is at a different time: 10 AM-12 PM. The Library closes at 1pm on the 31st. Advanced Level English Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC For adult English language learners (age 16 and up) Practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussing them with adults from around the world! Tuesdays. January 7, 21, 28 ( No class January 14). Classes continue i…

Join us for a Community Partner Recruiting Event! Connect with Workforce1 and discover new opportunities. What to expect: Job Screening Recruitment Resume Review Career Advisement Interview Prep Training Grants

This event will take place in person at Edenwald Library. Do you want to learn more about the computer? Learn to type and use a mouse and Internet for beginners. The computer sessions are for one hour Tuesday's and Thursday's. Must Sign-up in-person at least a week in advance.

This event will take place in person at George Bruce Library. Do you want to learn more about the computer? Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics: Learn to type and use a mouse Internet for Beginners Email for Beginners Windows 7 Basics Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners Connecting Devices to the Computer Downloading NYPL e-Books Getting the most out of the NYPL catalog Please note: this program is first come, first served, and we are…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the PC Lab (Room 615). Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. Also learn how you can borrow a Chromebook…

This event will take place in person at Clason's Point Library. Are you interested in learning how to use the computer? If you need help using a mouse, or learning how to type, use basic shortcut functions like copying and pasting; accessing the internet or even making an email account of your choosing, we can help! This is an informal drop in class, anyone over the age of 18 is welcome to attend. Please note: this class is ONLY for learning the very basics of using the computer. It is fo…

On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse, Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics. Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*

Join us in person at the Pelham Bay Library community room and make your own beaded jewelry using various types of beads. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Register in person or over the phone by calling 718-792-6744

Take a systematic tour through these essential apps for communication, using your screen reader gestures or magnification feature. This workshop will take place online https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZYrcO2gpzMqGNPv7gRRCp0Yl_7a3Cn_Qa7c

Join us at the Baychester Branch of the New York Public Library for our Tech Help Office Hours program! Running on January 7th, 9th, 21st, 23rd from 1pm to 2pm, this initiative is tailored to cater to your general technology needs. Navigating the ever-evolving landscape of technology can be daunting, but fear not! Our knowledgeable librarian will be on hand during these sessions to provide personalized assistance and guidance. Whether you're struggling with setting up a new device, understandin…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to get started with creative coding in Processing, a sketchbook software designed to create visual art with programming. This will cover the fundamentals on how to setup, and draw to create simple sketches on the screen. You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

This event will take place in person at George Bruce Library. Do you want to learn more about the computer? Library staff is available to provide one-on-one instruction on the following topics: Learn to type and use a mouse Internet for Beginners Email for Beginners Windows 7 Basics Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners Connecting Devices to the Computer Downloading NYPL e-Books Getting the most out of the NYPL catalog Please note: this program is first come, first served, and we are…