Events

Join us in Van Cortlandt's Teen Center for Teen Art Hour on Friday, March 14th at 3:30pm, where we'll be doing our nails and teaching you how to marble your favorite colors together! Patrons must be 13-18 years old to attend. All art supplies will be provided at this workshop.

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library. Please join us as we host an opportunity for you to paint your heart's desire every Friday. Best for ages 5-10.

Join us in the children's room for video games on the Nintendo Switch. This event will take place in person in the community room at Bloomingdale Library, as space allows.

This event will take place in person at the Fort Washington Library. What better way to end the week than playing video games at the library with your friends? Every Friday afternoon we’ll hook up our Nintendo Switch to help you decompress. Bring a friend, grab a controller, and let’s play!

This event will take place in person at the Wakfield Library. Get your game on! Join us in playing your favorite Nintendo Switch games. Test your skills and join in on some friendly competition! All supplies are provided, just bring your A-game and willingness to try new things! This event takes place in person. No registration is required.

This is an in-person event at the Morrisania Library. Come and join the young adult staff playing classic board games such as Scrabble, chess and Monopoly.

This program will take place in person at West Farms Library. Kids get to enjoy the classic game Bingo by using words to improve vocabulary. For ages 6 to 12.

This event will take place in-person at Morningside Heights Library. Test your knowledge of all things spring! Small prizes are awarded!

This event will take place in person at Allerton Library. Please join us for an hour of board game fun-we have many games to choose from! Play an old favorite or learn a new game with your friends. This program is intended for children ages six and older. No registration necessary.

*This event will take place in person at the Kingsbridge Library* During this TEENS GET CRAFTY program, each participant will use our watercolor paints and paper to create lovely and luminous artwork! All materials will be provided, and snacks will be served. No registration required. First come, first served. For ages 12-18.

This event will take place in person at the Woodstock Library. Ever want to learn how to use one of those fancy cameras? Ever wanted to do a professional photoshoot? Well, the Woodstock Library is now home to some great new DSLR cameras for check out for all teen patrons! To help teens understand how to use these cameras we will be hosting weekly workshops every Friday on the how to's! Plus we will have a full photo studio ready for use! As always everything is completely free!

This event will take place in person at the Clason's Point Library. Join us to play Nintendo Switch games! Snacks will be provided. For teens ages 13-18.

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 staff is here to…

Get creative at Fort Washington during this weekly arts and crafts program! Crafting supplies with be provided. This program is for children 5-12 with caregiver

Come have fun and learn through building with Legos! We have our own Lego table available and many baseplates to create your own mini-world. Come and see what you can create! Families welcome.

Este programa se llevará a cabo en el Bronx Library Center en el auditorio, estaremos proyectando la película Shooting Stars basado en hechos reales. LeBron James y sus amigos de la infancia se convierten en el equipo de secundaria número uno del país, lanzando la impresionante carrera de James. Fecha: Viernes 14 de Marzo| Hora: 4pm-6pm

This event will take place in person at the Hamilton Library branch. Hey Teens! Help the staff at Hamilton Grange Library start its indoor garden! Learn how to maintain and harvest fresh fruits and vegetables.

Come join us in person at the Allerton Library for a rousing game of Bingo! There will be a limited amount of small prizes, but stay for the great vibes and fun conversation! Space and supplies are available on a first come, first serve basis.

This event will take place in person at the Yorkville library. Drop in for a quick craft. Bring your creativity and make something special to take home. Space is limited to 12 children with their caregivers.

A weekly time to discuss any career or college questions you may have! We can talk about: Resume building Finding scholarship and grants Creating college lists Working on cover letters and college essays Job searching Lots more, just let us know what you're looking for! Sessions are available virtually. Register for sessions at the link below: Register here

Come celebrate Holi with us at the Seward Park Library! Holi is a popular and important Hindu holiday that signifies, among other things, the triumph of good over evil, and which is also known as the Festival of Colors. Come join us at the library while we decorate a canvas with many colors, and have fun while doing it!

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 not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 3:45pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*

This program will take place in person at West Farms Library. Join us in relaxing and decompressing after a long week of school. Come in and listen to some Lo-Fi music while painting, coloring or doing a jigsaw puzzle.

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 program is in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304. This is a series-based program. Participants are encouraged but not required to attend from the beginning of the series. Registration will close when registration and waitlist are full. Learn the basics of the Italian language, including the alphabet, grammar, phrases, and some vocabulary. No previous language experience required. Instructional materials will be provided. All programs subject to cha…

Aprann Kreyòl is a basic/intermediate level course for those interested in learning and practicing the Haitian Creole language. You will learn the basics such as the alphabet, pronunciation, grammar and sentences. No prior knowledge of Haitian Creole is required, all levels are welcome. Winter 2025 Aprann Kreyòl Dates: January 10, 17, 24, 31 February 7, 14, 28 March 7, 14, 21, 28

Every other Friday afternoon, we'll be screening films chosen by our teen volunteers. Attend a teen screening to unwind after a long week! Join us in-person at the SNFL Teen Center every other Friday after our volunteer meetings for a variety of screenings -- from anime episodes, anime movies, and even feature films. (Snacks are usually included.) See you there!

This program is in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 7th Floor, Room 7C. Come and share your work with the world at SNFL’s Poetry Open Mic. Participants can share their original work for up to five minutes. Space is limited to 15 readers; show up on time to get a slot! Registration saves you a seat; it does not guarantee mic time. Open Mic Community Guidelines The Poetry Open Mic is a library program of adults gathered to share original poetry and appreciate oth…

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…

This in-person program will be held at Bloomingdale Library. Appointment required. Register here to book an appointment. Single Stop's free income tax preparation program is an IRS-certified and supervised program offering tax services. Please review Single Stop's tax prep requirements here to see if you qualify. For a full listing of tax assistance locations and general information, visit nypl.org/taxhelp. DISCLAIMER: The New York Public Library (the “Library”) is not responsible or liable…

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 access vital social services, including housing, short-term shelter, food security, healthcare, and more. What We Offer: Personalized Support: Our empathetic social work intern is here to provide one-on-one consultations. Whether you're dealing with stress, family issues, or any other challenge, we're here to help. Community Resources: Gain ac…

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 access vital social services, including housing, short-term shelter, food security, healthcare, and more. What We Offer: Personalized Support: Our empathetic social work intern is here to provide one-on-one consultations. Whether you're dealing with stress, family issues, or any other challenge, we're here to help. Community Resources: Gain ac…

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!

This book club is for anyone interested in discussing works of poetry in a friendly virtual setting! We'll discuss a wide range of poetry from classics to contemporary, with a welcoming approach to all perspectives, interpretations and ways of reading. This club meets virtually on the third Saturday of each month at 10am. Our selection for March is Selected Poems of Emily Dickinson by Emily Dickinson. Please register if you'd like a PDF of the collection we'll be discussing. You can a…

This event will take place in person at Soundview Library. Join us for our knitting circle where you can work with other crafters like yourself. Start a new project or bring a current one. Share tips, ideas, and projects as well. (Yarn will be provided. Please bring your own knitting needles.)

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! 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 activities, and more in your inbox! -- Únase a nosotros para una visita a la biblioteca y conozca a otros cuidadores mientras…

This in-person program will be held at Chatham Square. Appointment required. Register here: 212-498-8983 AARP will be taking appointments starting Friday, January 24. AARP's free income tax preparation program is an IRS-certified and supervised program offering tax services. Please review AARP's tax prep requirements here to see if you qualify. For a full listing of tax assistance locations and general information, visit nypl.org/taxhelp. -------------------- 個 人 收 入 税 免 費 報 税 服 務 AA…

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.

This program will take place at the Bloomingdale Library. Enjoy dramatic, 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.