Events

This event will take place in person at George Bruce Library. Do you have technolgy questions? Drop by the libray between 2 and 3 p.m. No appointments needed -- first come, first served! The following are examples of topics with which we can help: Resume and Cover Letter Review Learn to type and use a mouse Internet for Beginners Email for Beginners Windows 10 Basics Microsoft Word 2010 for Beginners Connecting Devices to the Computer Downloading NYPL e-Books Getting the most out…

Our adult coloring group is now in-person! Color with us Hamilton Grange Library. Chat about the book you are reading, the shows you are watching, and discuss whatever is on your mind.

Get creative each week as we make and learn about a variety of topics as we explore STEAM related themes! STEAM stands for science, technology, engineering, art and math. All children must be accompanied by an adult. All materials will be provided. Parents and caregivers get ready to join in the fun! First come first served to the first 12 children and parents. Recommended for ages 5 and up.

Join us to build with legos and other tools and meet other creators at the library! We'll have all our materials out for your engineering projects.

This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. Join us for a relaxing afternoon of coloring. Fun coloring pages will be provided, or simply get creative and color freely. All materials will be provided. Sign up for the biweekly NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on free children's programs, upcoming author talks, and more happening at the Library and online.

Join us Fridays after school to play games, relax, and get to know new friends in the neighborhood. Come bring out your competitive side and see if you can beat Librarian Val and Ms. Angie at Mario Kart. Or if videogames aren't your thing, we will also other boardgames for you to choose from! Ideal for kids 5 and up. Sign up for the NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on upcoming author talks and events happening at the Library and online. Get updates on online programming, at-home activi…

This event will take place in person at the Kips Bay Library. Unleash Creativity and Engineering Marvels with Rigamajig Builder Kit! Let your imagination soar in our Rigamajig wonderland! Join us for a fun journey of creativity and building, where every child's dream comes to life. Get ready to invent play, and explore at our library's Rigamajig extravaganza! This exciting, hands-on program is dedicated to Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM), as well as Social and Emotional…

Welcome back to THE GAME ZONE. PS5, Nintendo Switch, Old School Gaming systems. Street Fighter 6 FC 2024 NBA 2K24 Super Smash Bro. Ultimate Mario Kart 8 Hades WWE 2K23 Resident Evil 4 Remake They're all here and you can play whatever you want! Listen, we've been doing Dungeons and Dragons at this time slot for a very long time, but we've acquired a LOT of wonderful new gaming hardware over the last year and we're so excited to make 2024 the year of a gaming takeover at the 53r…

Want to learn the tricks of how to create great animation? join us for this special workshop as we learn how to create shorts using stop-motion animation! Pizza and iPads will be provided. Space is limited, so registration is available online or at our Teen Zone. For ages 13 & up.

Join us for board games and card games of all types and skill levels. We also have LEGO sets! No registration is required. Bring friends or come make some new ones! Perfect for children 5 - 12 and families. 歡迎參加本館的遊戲類項目! 本館有不同類型的棋盤和紙牌遊戲，也有樂高套裝！無需註冊，最適合5至12歲的兒童和家庭。 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: Stroller parking is on the 2nd floor (the Children's Floor). Unfortunately, there is no elevator access from…

This event will take place in-person at Morningside Heights Library. Test your knowledge of Memorial Day. Compete against your friends or team up to play. Small prizes are awarded!

Event Details Working on a music, photo, video, or graphic design project? The Media Lab is open! Our workstations are fully equipped for all kinds of projects. Come by the lab to... Create music and edit audio in Logic Pro X or ProTools Edit video in Final Cut Pro X or Adobe Premiere Create graphic designs in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign Edit photos in Lightroom and Photoshop.... And more! You can come work independently on your own projects, or if you're just starting out, our s…

Are you a budding musician looking to record your next hit song? Our state-of-the-art recording studio is here to help! Open Studio offers a unique opportunity for teens to come in, record their music, and receive feedback from their Youth Media Mentors! Plus, you'll have the chance to learn about audio engineering and get a behind-the-scenes look at the recording process. In Open Studio teens are invited to record 1 song up to 3 minutes. Depending on registrants for the day, sessions ca…

All aboard for ART & Science Hour at the library! Enjoy in-person art and science activities every Friday! *Space and supplies are limited. First come, first served!

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library and online via Google Meet. Aprann Kreyòl is a basic/intermediate level course for those interested in learning and practicing the Haitian Creole language. This session is level II and preferably for those who have taken the previous beginner level at SNFL in the winter/spring - however, all levels are welcome. Summer 2024 Aprann Kreyòl Dates: May 3 June 7 May 10…

Esta actividad es presencial - Incríbete haciendo click en "REGISTER NOW" aquí arriba. CUANDO SALÍ DE CUBA VIERNES, 10 DE MAYO, 2024 HORA: 6 PM SALA 303 - TERCER PISO Biblioteca Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library - 455 Quinta avenida, Nueva York, NY 10016 Entre los años 1966-1974 miles de niños salieron solos de Cuba hacia España con la idea de reunirse posteriormente con su familia en los Estados Unidos. Esta es la historia de los hermanos Remberto y María Luisa Pérez que, a través de…

Join author Kamini Dandapani as she discusses her book Rajaraja Chola: King of Kings with Navina Haidar, art historian and curator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library on the 7th Floor. Rajaraja I, often described as Rajaraja the Great, was an emperor from the Chola dynasty who reigned the southern parts of India from 985 CE to 1014 CE. An iconic figure, often regarded as the King of Kings, he was the most powerfu…

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 the Riverside knitting and crocheting circle every Saturday from 10am to 12pm. Please bring your own materials and get ready to have some crafty good times!

Stop by the information desk at the Riverside Children’s Room to join the search for characters hiding amidst our shelves. Challenge your child to unscramble a word puzzle. Good luck! No registration required.

This program will take place at the Bloomingdale Library. Enjoy dramtic, themed playtime! This is an informal all day playtime for kids big and small. Toys will be brought out appropriate for toddlers through early elementary. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.

Bring one or more books to swap with other book lovers. Price of admission is one book to swap. Please bring clean books, no ripped pages, and in good condition! Limit to one bag or box of books to trade at a time. All genres and ages accepted. This event will be in person and take place in the YA area.

Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM We welcome learners at all levels! Bring your questions, get support for your learning goals and find out how to learn Braille for free. To register, please email ChanceyFleet@nypl.org or call (212) 206-5400, extension 3.

This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is closed. Registration starts Monday, May 6. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.

Come enjoy playtime in the Children's Reading Room! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. A great opportunity to meet up with other parents and caretakers. Please note: This in-person program is for both caregiver and child. It is not a structured class. Our reading room is a multi-purpose space. Take care to supervise children at all times. Recommended for Ages 0-3.

This event will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library Teen Center. Join us as we color, draw, and create various works of art with friends in celebration of Mother's Day.

This event takes place in-person. Come hang out with us in the Teen Center on the 1st floor for a DIY teen craft! We'll provide all the supplies and materials you need. No Food allowed on this floor, but you may bring your own drinks or enjoy one of ours! No Registration Required - Only for Teens Grades 6-12

Explore music and language in this 8-week series with Bilingual Birdies! Each class is taught by a live musician who teaches new vocabulary through songs, movement, dance, and puppetry. Bilingual Birdies celebrates different languages and cultures in a time that is very important to embrace diversity. Families get to experience a joyful 45-minute bilingual adventure that explores themes like Outer Space, Sports, Nature, Insects, or Friends. Each class ends with a bubble dance party extravaganza…

Stories, songs and a craft for the whole family!

If you want to put your mind to the test then come do some Crosswords at Hamilton Grange library.

This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Monday, May 6. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.

Saturdays, 11:30 AM – 12:30 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. This event will take place over Zoom. https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlde2hqTkoG91r_zJaHFrQ8YuaIgNhzFEg

*This event will take place in person at Macombs Bridge Library* Join staff from the Macomb's Bridge Library for Crochet Club Come by to learn crochet or expand your knowledge. This group is open to all; no experience needed. We provide crochet hooks, yarn, and instructions. Already know how to crochet? Then come share your knowledge, meet fellow crocheters, and engage in conversations. Please be aware there are limited seats, the session will be on a first come, first serve basis. All pro…

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person Drag Story Hour which is a storytelling program designed for children. Angel Elektra, a local drag artist, will read picture books, sing songs, and lead other age-appropriate activities. Presented by Drag Story Hour!

This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. 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! Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. It is not a structured program. Sign up for the biweekly NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on free children's programs, upcoming author talks, and more happening at th…

This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join the librarians at the Columbus library onsite as children focuses on the process of making art, not on the results. Children can explore the materials and decide for themselves what to make. Process art builds decision making skills and critical thinking. You can also: Meet new people in your community Get to know your local library.

Columbus Library Community Room (Lower Level) All are invited and all genres embraced. Bring pen and paper No reservation required.

REGISTER NOW! Join TechConnect for a celebration of video games during our inaugural Game Day! Attend panel discussions and listen to guest speakers from creators and developers in the gaming industry, join workshops on streaming and narrative game design, or challenge your friends to a few rounds of Mario Kart! Representatives from the City College of New York and Hostos Community College will share information about their associate's and bachelor's game development programs, displays from…

Beginning level in Cantonese If you want to improve your Chinese Speaking Skills, join us in Saturday from 1-2 pm! You can email the branch chathamsquare@nypl.org in order to receive the link to participate. We will use Zoom for the class. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one day before our event. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join.

Hero is a word we hear often in sports, but heroism is not always about achievements on the field of play. “42” tells the story of two men—the great Jackie Robinson and legendary Brooklyn Dodgers GM Branch Rickey—whose brave stand against prejudice forever changed the world by changing the game of baseball. In 1946, Branch Rickey (Harrison Ford) put himself at the forefront of history when he signed Jackie Robinson (Chadwick Boseman) to the team, breaking Major League Baseball’s infamous color l…