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Learn more about the Library’s wide array of free resources, classes, events, and more! Book an in-person or virtual class visit or group tour now.
Featured at 53rd Street Library
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Discover Books with Shelf Help
Don’t know what you're looking for? Try Shelf Help, NYPL’s new personalized book-selection service! Tell us your reading interests and our librarians will pick five books for you and have them sent to your branch for pickup!
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Explore All Online Classes & Events
People of all ages can engage with the Library through our online classes, programs, book clubs, and more.
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Find Community Support Resources
During these challenging times, the Library is here to help our communities to find the resources they need.
For Kids
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Baby Lapsit
Monday, October 14 | 11:30 AM -
Live Virtual Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, October 15 | 11 AM -
Virtual Creative Writing Club for ages 5-12
Tuesday, October 15 | 4 PM
For Teens
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Comic Con Kickoff: A Japan & Manga Matsuri!
Wednesday, October 16 | 3 PM -
College Drop-In Question Hour
Thursday, October 17 | 4 PM -
In-Person Author Talk & Book Signing: Svetlana Chmakova (The Weirn Books)
Saturday, October 19 | 7 PM
For Adults
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ESOL Conversation Tuesdays
Tuesday, October 15 | 1:30 PM -
U.S.Citizenship Virtual Study Group
Wednesday, October 16 | 3 PM -
Family Beehive: New Mom's Group
Friday, October 18 | 11 AM
Current Showcases
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Watercolor Paintings by Hellen Cha-Kim
Through November 2, 202453rd Street LibraryWatercolor paintings by Hellen Cha-Kim, including landscapes representing the artist's travels throughout the world and reflecting…
24/7 Resources
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E-Books & E-Audiobooks
Explore e-books and e-audiobooks available for free from NYPL—from children's books to bestsellers.
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Additional E-Materials & Databases
Discover bestselling magazines, world newspapers, streaming classical and world music, and more from home with your library card.
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Digital Collections
Search thousands of digitized items, including historic prints, photographs, maps, and manuscripts.
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From Our Blog
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About the Library
The 53rd Street branch of The New York Public Library is a bright, inviting oasis of books and learning in the center of Midtown Manhattan.
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