Today's Events for Adults at NYPL

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:00 am

*This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library.*Do you have technology questions? /Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. /*/30-Minute Interval Slots:/*/10am-10:30am//10:30am-11:00am//11:00am-11:30am//11:30am-12pm//12pm-12:30pm//12:30pm-1pm/*No appointment is n...

Crossword Club (Virtual!) (Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library)

Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:00 am

This event is online/over the phone only. Are you a crossword puzzle enthusiast? Join staff from the Andrew Heiskell Library for our virtual Crossword Club and help solve a puzzle as a group! *Please note that this program is hosted by the Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library and is...

Knitting and Crocheting Club (Charleston Library)

Charleston Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:00 am

This event is in person at the Charleston Library!Knit, purl, and chat! Join the knitting circle and finish up some of those projects. Bring your own supplies!

Chinese Traditional Painting 國畫 (Chatham Square Library)

Chatham Square Library, Community Room
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:00 am

Come & learn the techniques of Chinese Traditional Painting! Please bring your own brushes, paint plate, small water container and traditional Chinese ink; we will provide paper and color ink. 學習國畫繪畫技巧！請帶上畫筆，水彩板, 装水器和墨;我們將提供紙張和彩色墨水。...

*Virtual: Speak with a Social Work Intern at NYPL (Hamilton Grange Library)

Hamilton Grange Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:00 am

Need help finding services? Social work interns 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, as well as being someone that you can reach out to, just to talk. Worker can...

Open Lab (Throg's Neck Library)

Throg's Neck Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:00 am

This event will take place in person at Throgs Neck Library. Come join us for open lab . Laptops will be available for your convience from 10am -1pm on Wednesdays, unless specified otherwise.

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:30 am

English for everyday life (Parkchester Library)

Parkchester Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:30 am

Do You want to practice every day's English? If you do, then join us every Wednesday morning at 10:30 a.m. Everyday English skills are important for communicating with others, shopping, learning new things, and getting a job! Focused on Beginner English Learners.

*In-Person: Music Theory for Producers 2: Groove & Harmony (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Mac Lab
Wednesday, September 11 - 10:30 am

*This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).* /*Music Theory For Producers Series Description:*//What makes a hook catchy? What drives the feeling of transition in a song? How do I develop a sense of groove or a pocket? //Music theory i...

Adult Art Workshop (Castle Hill Library)

Castle Hill Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

Join us for a basic painting using water colors or coloring pencils.Coloring promotes wellness, quietness,and also stimulates brain areas related to motor skills,the senses, and creativity and of course is fun.Join us Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 amThis event will take place in person at The Castle...

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

Walking Book Club (New Amsterdam Library)

New Amsterdam Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

If you enjoy walking and talking books come join our Walking Book Club. This month we will read and discuss Swimming in Paris by Colombe Schneck. Stop by the New Amsterdam library to pick up a copy. Meet at the branch at 11:00AMIn case of extreme weather we will meet in the community room.

Open Lab (New Dorp Library)

New Dorp Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!

Italian Language Club (Huguenot Park Library)

Huguenot Park Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

This event will take place in person at Huguenot Park Library.Join us at Huguenot Library's Italian Language Club to celebrateItalian language and culture.For those of you who enjoy speaking Italian but are lacking inpartners or are looking for new people to converse with in Italian.

What Are You Reading Now? (Morris Park Library)

Morris Park Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

Join Morris Park staff for an open book discussion. We will be discussing what you are currently reading.During the Open Book Hour we will: * Discover new genres or titles * Meet new people in your community and * Have good conversation in a relaxed setting*Book groups are hosted by libraries at ...

Clase de Tecnología (Van Cortlandt Library)

Van Cortlandt Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en la Biblioteca Van Cortlandt.¿Necesitas ayuda en cómo usar una computadora? Estamos aquí para ayudarte.

Craft Circle: Knitting and Crocheting (Hudson Park Library)

Hudson Park Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

*This event will take place in person at Hudson Park Library. *Looking for a space to knit or crochet and meet fellow crafters? Every Wednesday, join us to chat, connect and craft! Bring your projects, ideas and materials. Some experience is required, as no instruction will be provided.

Adult Paint N' Sip (Edenwald Library)

Edenwald Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

This program will take place in person at Edenwald Library. Join us for a Paint n' Sip program. Visuals and videos will be displayed, just bring your talent! All materials will be provided.

Microsoft Word for Beginners (Sedgwick Library)

Sedgwick Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:00 am

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Branch. Come learn how to enter and edit text, save files, and more.

Romancing the Stone Book Club: The Dead Romantics (South Beach Library)

South Beach Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:15 am

This event will take place */in-person/* at the South Beach Library [1]..... Join us for our bi-monthly book club that explores themes of love in literarture!*About the book:*Florence Day is the ghostwriter for one of the most prolific romance authors in the industry, and she has a problem—after a t...

Family Storytime (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:15 am

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.

Financial, Credit, and Medicare Counseling (Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at SNFL)

Online - Details will be emailed upon registration
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:30 am

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 [1] Sign up for a remote...

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:30 am

*In-Person: Excel for Beginners (St. George Library Center)

St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:30 am

Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets.

Connecting You to the Support that You Deserve (Yorkville Library)

Yorkville Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 11:30 am

Sign up for an informative 1 on 1 session aimed at helping you navigate social services and community resources. Whether you're seeking assistance with housing, healthcare, or other essential needs, our social work intern will guide you through the process and empower you with knowledge. Don&...

Graphic Novel Discussion: Godzilla (Grand Concourse Library)

Online Via Google Hangouts Meet
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

*This event is online only*. During the month of September, the King of the Monsters is going to grace the cover of 21 Marvel Comics! In honor of this gigantic collaboration, join us at the Grand Concourse Library as we discuss anything and everything related to Godzilla. Must be 18+ to at...

Chair Yoga (Baychester Library)

Baychester Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

Step into a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle with the Baychester Public Library's invigorating fitness program, in collaboration with Shape Up NYC. This dynamic initiative invites community members to embark on a journey towards wellness, fostering a sense of unity and well-being.No...

Getting Started with Archives (Stephen A. Schwarzman Building)

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Lenox & Astor Room, Room 216
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

Join an archivist from the Manuscripts and Archives division for an introduction to archival research at The New York Public Library. This class will help researchers learn more about searching and accessing the Library’s archival collections. After completing this course, participants will be able t...

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

Virtual Consultations with Business Librarians (Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at SNFL)

Online - Details will be emailed upon registration
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

-------- HAVE A QUESTION FOR YOUR BUSINESS PROJECTS THAT REQUIRES RESEARCH? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help!Our Librarians are avai...

Book Discussion: Open Book Hour (George Bruce Library)

George Bruce Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

This event will take place in person at George Bruce Library.Each month, readers come together to discuss new and noteworthy books, swap recommendations, and more. Join staff from George Bruce for a lively book discussion. All genres and formats welcome, including e-books and audiobooks.

NY State of Health Info: How to Get Health Coverage Through the Marketplace (Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at SNFL)

ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registration
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

*"This event is online only"*Stana Nakhle of the New York State of Health (NYSoH) focuses on important health insurance renewal updates and how to get affordable, quality health coverage through the Marketplace. .... Click here to Register [1] *About the Presenter:*.. Stana Nakhle.... ...

Watch it Wednesdays (Westchester Square Library)

Westchester Square Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:00 pm

This program is in person. Each week during the summer we will be showing a blockbuster movie. The titles will be available the day before the event. Please call if you want the title. (718)863-0436. No registration required.

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 12:30 pm

Meditation: The Pathway to Peace (Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library)

Online
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

Meditation is a pathway to the peace and love that lies within each and every one of us. Our inner spirit and our everyday lives are enriched by its practice. In this talk, Join *Gerry Gorman *as he presents a very practical form of meditation and explores how this practice can help each of us ...

Getting Organized with Your Genealogy Research (Stephen A. Schwarzman Building)

Online Only
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

This class is online only. Please join us for a librarian led class that will provide tips and suggestions for organizing your genealogy research, with the goal of making you a better researcher. Attendees will learn about information organizers, citations, and planning for research...

One on One Tech Help (Bloomingdale Library)

Bloomingdale Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale 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.

Knit, Crochet & Needlecraft Circle: In-Person (Great Kills Library)

Great Kills Library, Community Room
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Great Kills Library. Are you an avid knitter, crocheter, or needlecraft enthusiast? Why work alone when you can join in the company of fellow crafters? Come join our informal needlecraft circle to share ideas, projects, and life! Chat about the books you are...

Intro to Google Sheets (Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library)

Online
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

Learn how to create and edit spreadsheets using google sheets in this workshop.This workshop will take place online.https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcOGtqDsrG93vJ_P0Aie6bWvEIbgCmXtt [1] [1] https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrcOGtqDsrG93vJ_P0Aie6bWvEIbgCmXtt

Chinese Calligraphy 書法 (Chatham Square Library)

Chatham Square Library, Community Room
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

Talkin' Tolkien: The Two Towers Chapter 5 (53rd Street Library)

53rd Street Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

Re-visit the Tolkien-verse with our biweekly bite sized lunch time book discussion of the entire Lord of the Ring series. Each meeting we will be tackling 1 chapter until we eventually get through the entire book series (including The Silmarillion).Open to Tolkien nerds, anyone wanting to revisit...

Pelham Bay Knitting Circle (Pelham Bay Library)

Pelham Bay Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

.... This program series will be held in person at *Pelham Bay Library [1]. *Join our knitting circle/!/ * *Participants will be guided through the fundamentals of knitting. * Space is limited* | Registration is required. Register in person or by calling the branch at 718-792-6744. *Dates*: Wednesda...

Mahjong, Canasta, and More! (Charleston Library)

Charleston Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Charleston Library.Grab your friends and join other players interested in a game of Mahjong, Canasta, and more!*Bring your own supplies!*

Riverside Book Discussion Group (Riverside Library)

Riverside Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:30 pm

*Due to the popularity of this program, we are now offering two book club sessions. Please feel free to join us for only one of the sessions - either the 1:30pm or the 3pm session. *The title for this month's Book Club:The Queen of Dirt Island

*In-Person: Open Lab (St. George Library Center)

St. George Library Center, TechConnect Lab
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:30 pm

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...

*In-Person: Intro to UI & UX Design with Figma (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

PC Lab (Room 615)
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:30 pm

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the PC Lab (Room 615). Learn how to use the rapid-prototyping, easy-to-use online design tool, Figma, in this hands-on class! This class will cover the basics of creating simple designs in Figma and how you can use ...

Free Write Wednesdays (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Room 304
Wednesday, September 11 - 1:30 pm

*This event will take place at Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Third Floor, Room 304.*1938 Book Jacket "Der mann, der Shakespeare hiess : roman" NYPL Digital collections image ID 497566 Come join us for an afternoon of live, free-form creative writing at the Stavros Niarchos Foun...

Meditation for Everyday Living with William Smith (Kips Bay Library)

Kips Bay Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

“Meditation for Everyday Living” - William Smith This event is online only. NYPL Digital Picture Collection 68854 William Smith, is a retired Army Lieutenant Colonel, and a long time meditation practitioner for over 50 years. He will present research on how meditation can improve our physical, mental a...

Intermediate/Advanced Level Citizenship Test Preparation and U.S. History (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602.For adults preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Test in the next 1-2 years, and adult English language learners who want to improve their English by learning about American history and...

*In-Person: Typing for Adults (Bronx Library Center)

Bronx Library Center
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

This event will take place in person at Bronx Library CenterDo you need to freshen up your typing skills? Come join us at the Bronx Library Center to learn how to type using online resources and instruction from a staff member.

*In-Person: Learn to Draw with Procreate Part 1 (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Mac Lab
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

*This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).*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 A...

English Conversation Class: We Speak NYC (Intermediate/Advanced Level) (Hamilton Grange Library)

Hamilton Grange Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

This event is in-person at Hamilton Grange Library.NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class!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 char...

Mercredi français: Advanced French Conversation Group (53rd Street Library)

53rd Street Library, Community Room
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

Mercredi français is an advanced French conversation group that meets one afternoon a week to practice speaking the language we love. We start as a whole group, introducing ourselves and answering a silly “question profonde,” such as “What is your favorite color and why?” After about half an hour we break...

Knitting Circle with The Phoenix NYC (Seward Park Library)

Seward Park Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

Into knitting and/or crochet? Join us with The Phoenix NYC for this in-person program to work on a project in the company of fellow crafters! Our instructor will be Daniel Thornton, a seasoned teacher, knitting Youtuber and contributer to two how-to books on knitting. It is highly recommended that...

Reel to Read Movies: Before Night Falls (2000) (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

*This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Room 303. Registration is required.*-------- BEFORE NIGHT FALLS (2000) -------------------------------------------An episodic look at the life of Cuban poet and novelist Reinaldo Arenas, whose political views an...

Mystery Book Club: "Devil in a Blue Dress" by Walter Mosley (September 11th) (Seward Park Library)

Seward Park Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

"In Los Angeles of the late 1940s, Easy Rawlins, a black war veteran, has just been fired from his job at a defense plant. Easy is drinking in a friend's bar, wondering how he'll meet his mortgage, when a white man in a linen suit walks in, offering good money if Easy will simply...

Free English Conversation Hour (Jefferson Market Library)

Jefferson Market Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 2:00 pm

*Free English Conversation Hour*In-Person English Conversation Hour, 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...

Library Arcade for Adults - September 11th (Bronx Library Center)

307
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

Join us at the Bronx Library Center for Library Arcade: Adult Edition! Come join us as we play a variety of Video Games of various genres. All levels of play are welcolemed!

Riverside Book Discussion Group (Riverside Library)

Riverside Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

Lead with Community (Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at SNFL)

ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registration
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

****This event will be online only******Paulina Lopez** discusses how to create inclusive, value-driven spaces for people to connect, including ways you can enhance your service and programs and leverage your ideal audienceLearn how to: * Expand your service and programs * Enhance your speaking sk...

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

Film Screening: Clueless (1995) (Allerton Library)

Allerton Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

It’s Back to School season at the library! Come celebrate with us at the Allerton Library as we watch the 1995 classic /Clueless/.Based on the Jane Austen novel /Emma/, this movie follows Cher as she navigates her Beverly Hills high school, playing matchmaker to her teachers, giving a makeover to t...

One-on-One Computer Assistance (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

4th Floor, Room 403
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

*This event will take place in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 4th Floor, Room 403.*Work with a Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff member to complete a personal project on the computer. If you have a tech problem, question, or would just like some individualized tutorials,...

TechConnect: Basic Keyboarding (Wakefield Library)

Wakefield Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

/This event will take place in person at the Wakefield Library./Interested in using computers but don't know where to start? Want to learn basic keyboarding? Then this is the class for you!*REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED and REGISTRATION OPENS ONE WEEK PRIOR TO CLASS- This Program is Limited to Fiv...

Adult Brain Teasers! (Mosholu Library)

Mosholu Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:00 pm

Come to the Mosholu Branch Library and test your brain.

English Conversation Class: We Speak NYC (Intermediate/Advanced level) (Mott Haven Library)

Mott Haven Library, Community Room
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:30 pm

This event takes place IN PERSON at Mott Haven Library..... Come to the Library and meet other people who are practicing English, just like you!Practice your English conversation skills by watching "We Speak NYC" videos with us and discussing them with other adults from around the ...

Computer Basics: Open Lab (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Computer Classroom
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:30 pm

One-on-One Computer Assistance (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

4th Floor, Room 403
Wednesday, September 11 - 3:45 pm

*In-Person: Open Lab (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

PC Lab (Room 615)
Wednesday, September 11 - 4:00 pm

*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 ...

Online - Jalapeño Social Hour: A Spanish Conversation Group (South Beach Library)

Online
Wednesday, September 11 - 4:00 pm

.... THIS IS AN ONLINE EVENT¡Hola! ¿Te gusta hablar español? Want to practice your Spanish?Join the staff of the New York Public Library and other fellow Spanish speakers for an hour of Spanish conversation.This group is at the intermediate level, but it's a friendly gathering and everyone is we...

Open Studio: Still Life (Riverdale Library)

Riverdale Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 4:00 pm

Join other potential community artists in the Riverdale Library for an evening of drawing in a judgment-free environment. We will provide the still life. Limited sketching supplies are available, and you can bring your own materials.

Riverside Adult Coloring (Riverside Library)

Riverside Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 4:15 pm

This event will take place in-person at Riverside Library.Wanna color and get creative? We will meet every Wednesday at 4:15pm. It's not just for kids! Join us and discover the fun and calming benefits of coloring. Color, relax and enjoy! Coloring supplies will be provided, but participants ...

Poetry discussion: Tropic of Squalor by Mary Karr (Jefferson Market Library)

Third Floor
Wednesday, September 11 - 4:30 pm

Please join us for our monthly poetry discussion, held in our third floor Mae West room. This month, we are reading Mary Karr's 2018 collection, /Tropic of Squalor/ [1].*We have copies at our second floor desk. Stop by to pick one up! You can also find a PDF copy attached to this page, under ...

One-on-One Computer Assistance (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

4th Floor, Room 403
Wednesday, September 11 - 4:30 pm

Meet with a Social Work Intern (Sept 2024) (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
Wednesday, September 11 - 4:30 pm

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...

Adult Bingo Game Night (Mariners Harbor Library)

Mariners Harbor Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 5:00 pm

This event will take place in-person at the Mariners Harbor Library. Join us for a fun-filled evening of BINGO for a chance to earn some giveaways.

Culture Pass: Adult Freestyle Painting (Clason's Point Library)

Clason's Point Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 5:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Clason's Point Library. This is a casual program where you can paint whatever is on your mind. Your creativity is encouraged and supported here! Painting lowers stress and anxiety, fosters a healthy imagination and helps your focus. This week, in s...

Crochet and Knitting Circle (67th Street Library)

67th Street Library, Community Room
Wednesday, September 11 - 5:00 pm

This event is held in person at 67th Street Library for teens and adults ages 13 and up. Have a crochet or knitting project you're working on? Join us as we work on our fiber arts projects together. New to the world of knitting or crochet? Let our expert knitters and crocheters help you get ...

Advanced Level English Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Wednesday, September 11 - 5:30 pm

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602.English Conversation Classes: We Speak NYCFor adult English language learners (age 16 and up)Practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussing them with adults from around the...

Mystery Novelists: Erica Wright and Alex Segura in Conversation (Jefferson Market Library)

Jefferson Market Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:00 pm

*Wednesday, September 11 at 6pm*Please join authors Erica Wright and Alex Segura as they discuss their latest projects. Free and open to the public. Wright's Hollow Bones is a contemporary mystery inspired by Shakespeare's Measure for Measure. Segura's Secret Identity won the Los Angel...

*In-Person: Getting Started with Mobile App Development (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

PC Lab
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:00 pm

*This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the PC Lab (Room 615).**Must register with a valid email address.*Have you ever wanted to design an app but didn’t know where to start? In this workshop, you will learn about the different types of apps used today b...

Book Discussion: A Man Called Ove (Roosevelt Island Library)

Roosevelt Island Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:00 pm

This will be an in-person event. Join the staff at the Roosevelt Island Library for the discussion of the book A Man Called Ove by Fredrik Backman. Copies of the book are available to borrow at the circulation desk..... ....

The Alexandreis (Roosevelt Island Library)

Roosevelt Island Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:00 pm

Join us for a five-part discussion on the Alexandreis, a medieval epic poem on the life of Alexander the Great! Have you ever heard of it before? Probably not! Come find out what it's all about! Sign up at the branch or call us. We have copies of the book available at the circulation d...

Word Game Wednesdays (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Floor 1M
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Floor 1M..... Calling all word lovers! Join us in person to play a variety of word-based games, including Scrabble, Boggle, Bananagrams, Scattergories, and Quiddler. Bring a friend or join on your own—all levels are w...

Learn Basic Arabic - Level 1 (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

3rd Floor, Room 304
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:30 pm

*This program is in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304.*This is a series-based program starting from September 11, 2024 - October 30, 2024. Participants are encouraged to attend from the beginning of the series.Participants will learn the basics of reading and...

Poetry of Immigration: Writing Workshop with Maria Camila Vera Arias & Restless Books (Dongan Hills Library)

Dongan Hills Library
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:30 pm

-------- THIS SEPTEMBER, JOIN US FOR VIRTUAL POETRY WRITING WORKSHOPS WITH INDEPENDENT PUBLISHER RESTLESS BOOKS! -------------------------------.... *Poetry Writing Workshop with Maria Camila Vera Arias*Join Restless Books, [1] in partnership with NYPL, for an immigrant poetry writing workshop...

Corner Space Live: Luke Herbermann (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

1st Floor Corner Space
Wednesday, September 11 - 6:30 pm

-------- JOIN INDIE-FOLK MUSICIAN LUKE HERBERMANN FOR AN EVENING OF MUSIC IN OUR 1ST FLOOR CORNER SPACE! -----------------------------------------*This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library on the 1st Floor.**Luke Herbermann* is an indie-folk artist who grew up...

Clara Bingham with Farai Chideya: Revolutionary Foremothers (Stephen A. Schwarzman Building)

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Wachenheim Trustees Room
Wednesday, September 11 - 7:00 pm

======== RELIVE THE INCREDIBLE FIRST DECADE OF THE MODERN FEMINIST MOVEMENT THROUGH THE VOICES OF THE WOMEN WHO BUILT IT. =======================Award-winning journalist *Clara Bingham*’s new book, /The Movement/, is the first oral history of the decade that built the modern feminist movement. The b...