Posts from Grand Central Library

This month's events include a Census recruitment event, a mini meditation retreat, tax prep, children's story time and much more.

His book, Broadway: A History of New York City in Thirteen Miles, is a social history of American's most famous street.

There's so much happening this month—come in and take part!

The Grand Central branch has lots in store for January! Storytime, kids crafts, English conversation, book discussions and much more...

Whether you're a fan of the Mets, Yankees, or an out-of-town team, you'll celebrate this selection of books that covers the storied history of baseball and some of its most beloved teams and personalities.

This month's events include a book discussion, a Q&A with legendary critic Robert Christgau, and holiday crafts for kids!

Looking for a great book recommendation? Want to meet an author? Need some great playtime with your little ones? The Grand Central branch offers all that and much more.

As the 2019 playoffs begin, we recall five pivotal blasts that turned games around, and turned hitters into legends.

Don't miss upcoming book talks, a Saturday event with the creators of two of the most-talked about graphic novels of 2019, and plenty of kids activities, including an early literacy Monster Mash!

If you want to participate in real scientific studies - anywhere in the world - you'll want to find out about citizen science. Projects abound, from identifying sound pollution to swabbing your belly button for microbes.

This month's highlights include documentary film screenings, celebrations of humorist James Thurber and music legend Miles Davis, and an author talk about the 1969 Miracle Mets.

In anticipation of an NYPL Talk on the electrifying Miles Davis, we chat with the program's moderator about a specific period in Davis's illustrious career, and the collections that will be part of the presentation. Check out the Q&A, and then join us in September!

Beginning September 9, writer, editor, and James Thurber House founding director Michael J. Rosen will conduct an NYPL Talk about Thurber across three Library locations. In this interview, Rosen discusses his upcoming talk and favorite works by the famed author and humorist.

This month's highlights include a two-part art adventure, a jazz event, and plenty of activities for kids. Reserve your spot for your favorites today!

Just in time for the 90th Midsummer Classic: Wild plays and extra-inning showdowns that have become part of All-Star Game lore - and baseball history.

Early literacy events. Book discussions. 3D printing classes. Meditation, kids events, Spanish conversation, and more - it's all happening this summer at Grand Central.

Get started on your summer reading and viewing list, and join us at Grand Central for a special film screening, an author talk, a book discussion, and a variety of children's programs. See details!

With spring just about here, stop by our Grand Central location for everything from a meditation class or an anniversary screening of the classic Chunking Express, to a talk about the Yankees in popular culture, or storytime for little ones. They've got it all!

April events include Immigrant Heritage Week editions of some regular meet-ups, kids activities for National Poetry Month, and early literacy programs in a multitude of languages.