Events

Come relax after starting off your school week by playing games! We have a variety of board and video games available. No registration required Open to school age children

This is an in-person, informal creative writing workshop for adults. Writing prompts will be provided at the beginning of the 1 hour program to help your ideas to flow. But you may start writing with your own prompt or own creative idea(s). This will be a space for all writing levels to come together to peacefully write and share ideas, ask for feedback, etc. Writing materials will be provided. Please be aware this is not an instructional program. Please view flier for more information. Thank…

Join us for some crafting fun! All supplies will be provided. For children ages 5 and up.

From the global sensation of Dungeons & Dragons to the cult favorite Call of Cthulu, come and enjoy Tabletop Role-Playing Games galore and put your imaginations to the test. New games and storylines begin regularly, and our table is always open to newcomers. All materials are provided.

This event will take place at our Teen Center at the Mott Haven Library. Calling all teens! Come up with an idea and work on your project every week. We'll provide supplies. Some ideas include painting, knitting, 3D printing, and building with Legos.

Visit the library for a fun gingerbread activity that you can create at home! Limited supplies are available.

Please join us as we create our own watercolor designs with tissue paper. We provide the materials, and you provide the creativity. This program is best for ages 10-15. First come, first served due to limited supplies available.

Have questions about applying to colleges or jobs? Then drop in for our weekly hybrid College and Career Pathways one-on-one time! For those who would like to drop in virtually, please register online. For those who would like to attend in person, just head on up to the Teen Center on the second floor and our YA librarians will be there to assist you! We offer assistance with applications, cover letters, navigating financial aid, and test prep. Please come prepared with at least one area you w…

This event will take place in person at 53rd St. It's Animonday in the 53rd St Library's teen zone! Every Monday, we'll be screening a handful of anime episodes on the TVs in our space. Come by and connect with other folks who love anime in a safe & fun enviornment!

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Branch. 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.

This event will take place in person at Stapleton Library. OPEN HOUSE WEEK! Join us for Teen Video Games where young adults age 13-18 play Smash Brothers, Mario Kart, Mario Party, or one of our other games on our Nintendo Switch . “Discover what the Library offers NYC teens, including TeenLIVE events, programs, book recommendations and more.”

Join us in person at the Woodstock Library for one screenings of a movies based on a popular winter book! We will be showing: Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone

This event will take place in person at Todt Hill-Westerleigh Branch. Got questions on using computers? Need assistance finding resources for school assignments? Want to hang out in a space full of Laptops, Game consoles, and dancing? Then join us on December 23rd in the Community Room! Tweens and Teens will have access to a Switch, Just Dance, and laptops where they can utilize the fun resources available through NYPL. This program is in-person. The program is for Tweens and…

This event will take place in person at Woodstock Library. Books are even more amazing when we read together. Listening to stories told out loud improves listening comprehension, school behavioral skills, and soothes anxiety. 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.

"This event will take place in person a Van Cortlandt Library." Come in and test your gaming skills against your peers while playing games such as Super Smash Brothers Ultimate and Street Fighter. Activities include games, gathering with your peers, and chatting with staffs about books and more. Discover what the Library offers NYC teens, including TeenLIVE events, programs, book recommendations and more.

Thinking about life after college but don't know where to start? Or maybe you've got everything worked out but need someone to do a final look. Wherever you are on your post-secondary journey, we can help! We can cover General information for your post-secondary goals College applications and admission essays Job applications and resumes Finding funding for college And more! Make an appointment for a virtual individualised session here!

Join us for a fun read-out-loud session for children of all ages. Let's bring stories to life through engaging storytelling and interactive activities that will spark imagination and create lasting memories. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. No registration required. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Únase a nosotros para escuchar canciones, rimas y libros favoritos pa…

This event will take place in person at the Soundview Library. Are you curious about chess and want to learn about the game? Whether you know how to play or just starting out, come join us for some board time. Show off your best moves against other chess players while getting some great tips and pointers! For all ages. See you there!

Join us for a sing-along! We will sing songs that include several holidays! All ages welcome. Limited seating. First come, first served.

This event will take place in person. Have you ever wanted to try digital illustration but don't know how to start? Join the High Bridge teen staff for this event to learn the basics of the graphic editor app Procreate using iPads and Apple Pencils. Space is limited. First come first serve.

Event Details Need professional and dedicated assistance with your WIP projects? Join us for our BYOProject labs where you will recieve dedicated one-on-one consultation with our Studio Specialist! Whether you need help with your design homework or assistance setting up a complex editing session, our studio specialist are here to guide you through the process in a way that is tailored to your needs and skill level. Experienced teens can also work independently in the Media Lab on any ongoing…

This program will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library. Board games, card games, maybe even Nintendo Switch. Try something new, play an old classic, or make your own. Whatever you feel like playing, we've got you covered! This program is for Teens in 7th - 12th Grades. Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. Learn more about our health and safety policies. Discover what the Library offers NYC teens, including TeenLIVE events, programs, book recommendations and more

Join us for some process art-making fun! Process art allows children to explore a variety of materials, including Paint, ink, and clay. Remember to wear your art clothes the projects are often messy. Smocks will be provided. For ages 3 yrs and up. First come first served. 12/2 - Aroma Paints 12/9 - Cancelled 12/16 - Making Greeting Cards 12/23 - Making Snowmen 12/30 - Art with DOTS

This event will take place in-person at Morningside Heights Library. Learn how to manage your money and to create a budget to track your spending. Materials are provided.

Get creative at Tremont! We have paints, canvas, markers, stickers, button makers, and more. Come get inspired and create a unique piece of art. Grades 7-12 are welcome to attend!

Join us each Monday at 4PM for storytime and crafts with Natasha and/or Hal! We'll read a book followed by a craft designed for ages 3-6. No registration needed. We will always have materials for 15 kids to make the craft and usually will have space for more, though more complicated crafts may have limited materials. Our Monday afternoons for December are: December 2- Popsicle Stick Picture Frames Join us to read books about art and make popsicle stick picture frames and decorate them. Dece…

Teens interested in learning more about college readiness resources at the library can speak with a YA Librarian.

This program will take place in person at Great Kills Library. Have a question about using your phone, computer, or e-reader? Come ask us at Great Kills Library! A staff member will be able to help you get on the internet, use your email, download e-books, or answer other questions you have about your personal device. Computers are available to use with a library card. If you have questions about other personal devices such as a laptop, phone, or e-reader, please bring the device. No need to r…

**This program will take place at Yorkville Branch.** Want to work with other writers? Commit to a writing schedule? Practice your craft through writing prompts? Receive and discuss information and tips on writing, reading, editing, and revising? Then join the weekly meetings of the Yorkville Writing Circle. Share your unpublished drafts in an intimate setting. Get and give feedback. Writers of all genres and styles, at all levels, are welcome to participate. For adults ages 18 and up. For…

We invite you to come and enjoy live jazz musical performances by local teen musicians! This event will happen in person at the Bronx Library Center.

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…

After a family tragedy, three generations of the Deetz family return home to Winter River. Still haunted by Beetlejuice, Lydia's life is turned upside down when her teenage daughter, Astrid, accidentally opens the portal to the Afterlife. Staring: Jenna Ortega, Winona Ryder, Michael Keaton, Catherine O'Hara, Monica Bellucci Rated: PG-13, 104 minutes

This event will take place virtually the Mariners Harbor Library. Are you interested in college and want some advice or are you not sure how to get started? Would you like someone to look over your college essay or resume? If you are looking for advice on college or career related matters you can stop by (or sign up) for a 30 minute 1-on-1 counseling session with one of our College and Career Pathways experts to help you with: • General information about College and Career prep • Summer progr…

Join us for an in-person discussion of Devil in a Blue Dress by Walter Mosley. Copies are available for checkout at the Circulation Desk. Harlem Community Collection: Since before the Harlem Renaissance and right through the present day, Harlem has had a rich tradition of extraordinary African American writing and culture. With the Harlem Community Collection, librarians at Countee Cullen Library and Harlem Library have curated a selection of some of the most significant works written about, fo…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. Intermediate Level English Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC For adult English language learners (age 16 and up) Practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussing them with adults from around the world! Mondays, December 2, 9, 16, 23, 30. NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!

This event is online only. Join us for a workshop on Crochet and Knitting Conversation Group We will do our best to give instructions on your crocheting and knitting questions. So make sure to have your supplies and projects with you, and come craft with us! The classes will be hosted in English and Spanish! Grupo de conversation bilingue de ganchillo y tejido !Unase a nosotros para un taller virtual de ganchillo y tejido. y conozca o otros entusiastas de manulidaddes! Aprenda y comparta c…

This event will take virtually at the Mariners Harbor Library. Are you interested in college and want some advice or are you not sure how to get started? Would you like someone to look over your college essay or resume? If you are looking for advice on college or career-related matters you can stop by (or sign up) for a 30-minute 1-on-1 counseling session with one of our College and Career Pathways experts to help you with: • General information about College and Career prep • Summer program…

Meet Me In St Louis (1944; 113 mins.) Dir: Vincent Minnelli. An MGM musical that became a Holiday classic! Divided into a series of seasonal vignettes, starting with Summer 1903, it relates the story of a year in the life of the Smith family in St. Louis leading up to the opening of the World's Fair in the spring of 1904. Starring JUDY GARLAND! Lucille Bremer, Margaret O'Brien, Mary Astor.

This is an online-only event. Welcome to Seward Park’s Writers' Workshop for Adults. We gather every two weeks to critique writing and exercise. Our next meeting will be held on December 23rd from 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM on Google Meet. This week we will be doing a writing exercise! We will use the Google Meet platform and you will be emailed the link to join on the day prior to the meeting.