Welcome to the Grand Central Library Newsletter, a monthly showcase of news, programs, and services offered by NYPL staff and partners. Our branch in Midtown East/Turtle Bay is conveniently accessible to both local residents and metro-area commuters.

In addition to diverse educational and cultural programming, the Grand Central Library offers computer services, including free WiFi and power outlets, plentiful seating for individual and group work, and collections of print and non-print media for all ages. Grand Central is also home to IDNYC and Single Stop services, both located on our 2nd floor.

Staff Recommendations

Here’s what the Grand Central staff is reading, watching, and listening to this month. To find out more or place a hold on a particular book or recording, just click on its link. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Resource Spotlight

Check out the latest blog entry from Rhonda Evans, Electronic Resource Librarian:
Free Online Magazines & Newspapers from The New York Public Library
 

June Highlights

Library @ Dag Hammarskjold Plaza Greenmarket
Wednesday, June 6, 10 AM-1 PM
Stop by our table at the Greenmarket on 47th St and 2nd Ave. We will be collecting signatures for library advocacy and giving out freebies. Parents, help your kids complete our 1960s Rock n Roll Scavenger Hunt for a prize!
 

Immigrant Heritage Month Awareness
Tuesday, June 12, following our 6:30 PM film screening
Immediately following our 6:30 PM screening of Charlie Chaplin's The Immigrant , we invite you to stay for a brief conversation about some of the ways the New York Public Library is supporting Immigrant Heritage Month.
 

Special Edition Book Club
Tuesday, June 19, 7:30 PM-8:30PM 
For Immigrant Heritage Month, we will have a special edition book club to discuss a book dealing with related themes. The book is Behold the Dreamers by Imbolo Mbue, a finalist for the One Book, One New York competition. 

Download our ebook app, SimplyE, and start reading: Behold the Dreamers 
 

Summer Reading Kick Off: Fire and Ice
Wednesday, June 20 at 4 PM
Get ready for some sizzlin’ excitement! Join us for safe and scientific fun with fire and ice! Learn about the amazing properties of fire and combustion. Then, cool off with spectacular demonstrations involving dry ice! Limited to 25 participants only. Click here for details.
 

Library @ Turtle Bay Street Fair
Saturday, June 23, 10 AM-3 PM
Stop by our table at the Turtle Bay Street Fair, corner of 46th and Lexington. We will have games, prizes, and summer reading information!

Adult Events

e-Services Help
Fridays, June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 1 PM
Start borrowing ebooks on your tablet, smartphone, and/or e-reader. Drop by the table near the branch front door with your device to get one-on-one help! Click here for details.
 

Power Interviewing: How to Get Hired Now! with Barry Cohen, Career Counselor
Tuesday, June 12, 12 PM-1:30 PM
How to overcome The Fear Factor in the interview process. How to respond to "the money questions." How to gracefully end the interview and effectively follow up. RSVP to LauraStein@nypl.org
 

Immigrant Heritage Month: Film Screening: The Immigrant
Tuesday, June 12 at 6:30 PM
In honor of Immigrant Heritage Month, Grand Central Library is hosting a screening of Charlie Chaplin’s classic The Immigrant (1916).

Immigrant Heritage Month: Author Talk - Rescue Board with Dr. Rebecca Erbelding
Thursday, June 14 at 6:30 PM
Grand Central Library is honored to host an author talk with Dr. Rebecca Erbelding, to discuss her new book, Rescue Board: The Untold Story of America's Efforts to Save the Jews of Europe. Seating is limited. Please RSVP gregorystall@nypl.org

Book Club 
Tuesday, June 19, 6 PM-7PM
Join us to discuss Do Androids Dream of Electric Sheep? by Philip K. Dick. A masterpiece ahead of its time, a prescient rendering of a dark future, and the inspiration for the blockbuster film, Blade Runner.

Meditation in the 21st Century: Why Meditation Matters Even More!
Thursday, June 21, 11:30 AM-1 PM
Learn a simple meditation technique that can help you in all aspects of your life.  Jim Rose is a long-time meditator and has been speaking on the topic for more than 30 years. Join him for this powerful workshop. Click here for details.

The 1960s: 16MM 50th Anniversary Film Screening: Chronicle of Anna Magdalena Bach
Tuesday, June 26 at 6:30 PM
Grand Central Library, in collaboration with The Library for Performing Arts - Reserve Film and Video Collection, is delighted to host a 50th anniversary 16mm presentation of The Chronicle of Anna Magdalena Bach (1968) by the French filmmaking duo of Jean-Marie Straub and Danièle Huillet. RSVP gregorystall@nypl.org

Adult/Teen Coloring 
Thursday, June 28, 5:30 PM-7 PM
The latest craze is artistic coloring for adults. Bring your sketchpad project or use one of our unique coloring books. All materials will be provided by Grand Central!(Only one session in June, click here for details).

Coming in July: The 1960s: LPA presents Martin Worman and The Cockettes
Thursday, July 5 at 6:30 PM
Grand Central Library kicks off its partnership with the Library for the Performing Arts with this presentation on the life and career of Martin Worman.

Kids Programs

Early Literacy Baby Storytime
A lapsit storytime for children 18 months and younger. Grow your baby's early literacy skills by reading short books, singing songs, reciting rhymes, and taking part in other interactive activities. You must register to attend.

All sessions, Tuesdays at 11 AM as listed below:

June 5 (Click here to register.)

June 12 (Please check here Friday, June 8 for the link to register.)

June 19 (Please check here Thursday, June 14 for the link to register.)

Afterschool Dabble + Do
Wednesdays, June 6 and 13 at 4 PM
Join us after school for an hour of semi-structured STEM and art activities. Build with Legos, experiment with basic coding, draw and color, play board games, read books, and more! Homework-doers also welcome.

Early Literacy Toddler Storytime
Toddlers age 18 to 36 months and their caregivers can practice early literacy skills with interactive stories, action songs, and fun finger plays, all while meeting others in the neighborhood. You must register to attend.

All sessions Thursdays at 11 AM as listed below:

June 7 (Click here to register.)

June 14 (Please check here Friday, June 8 for the link to register.)

Early Literacy Baby Playtime
Tuesday, June 26 at 11 AM
Join us for an hour of open playtime and socializaiton. Toys and books will be provided. No registration required!

Early Literacy Toddler Playtime
Thursday, June 28 at 11 AM
Join us for an hour of open playtime and socializaiton. Toys and books will be provided. No registration required!

Teen Programs

Retro Video Game Day
June 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at 3:30 PM
We'll provide those old school 8-, 16-, and 32-bit consoles, games, and controllers that you all love. All you have to bring is your skills! Do you still have it? Come and find out!

Create and Animate
Friday, June 15 at 4 PM
Learn how to turn your ideas into animated drawings. Experiment and draw artwork digitally by using the various tools in an iPad drawing app and turn your work into an animation. For ages 13-18. Click here for details. 

 

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