Events

This event will take place in person at the 125th Street Library. Come relax after school and get your game on! We will have board games, card games, and puzzles available for ages 3-12. No pre-registration is required and games are available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

Come to the Mosholu Branch Library and test your brain while you talk to friends.

This event will take place in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 4th Floor, Room 403. Work one-on-one with a Library staff member to answer questions about computers. If you have a tech problem, question, or would just like some individualized tutorials, this is your time to work with a librarian and receive personal attention and instruction. Examples of computer help can include: Learning to use the internet and get help navigating websites (Ex: NYC and NYS agency websit…

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

Are you a LEGO master? Check out our LEGO club at 3pm on Wednesdays and every other Saturday! We'll have lots of LEGOs out for you to play and build with. No registration necessary. For ages 5-12.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

This event will take place in person at the Van Cortlandt Library. Join us in the children's room for an afternoon of laughter, fun, and friendly competition at our family game day. Play classic board games like Connect 4, Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, and more. 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

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

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…

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we make paper plat Shamrock hats to celibrate St. Patrick's Day. Children, ages 4-13 , with their caregivers are welcomed.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

Please join us for our adult craft circle: an afternoon of conversation and crafting. You can bring your own project to work on, or you may choose something from our selection of materials. We have materials for painting, drawing, collage, knitting, crochet, coloring, origami, and more! No registration required.

This event will be taking place in Bloomingdale's Community Room. Join us for a family friendly movie matinee. We'll be screening Inside Out 2. Please note: There is a limit of 15 families. Tickets are required and will be distributed starting at 2:30PM. First come first served. Director: Kelsey Mann Running time: 1 hour 36 min

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

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…

This event will take place in person. Join us to decorate your own mini-notebook! All materials will be provided.

This event will take place in person at the Morrisania Library. Come and socialize with others in our community while we color together. Coloring is a great educational tool to engage children of any age; coloring and drawing improves fine motor skills, encourages and improves focus, assists with language development, helps relieve stress and nurtures creativity. No registration required. ***This program is open to children of all ages and their parents/caregivers***

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Library. Join us as we play Bingo! Meet new friends and have fun! You might even win a prize! For kids 5-12 years old.

Unlock your potential at the Teen STEM Club at the library! Dive into the fascinating world of science, technology, engineering, and math with hands-on activities!

Join us at the Soundview Library in planting a flower of your choice in your own little planter pot! Using paint pens, design your planter before selecting a flower seed and planting it to take it home and watch it grow. Bring your friends and enjoy!

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 world! NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class! New students are welcome anytime. "We Speak NYC" is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations,…

Celebrate National Puzzle Day! Join us in person at the Yorkville Branch for some puzzle fun! Work on improving memory, cognitive function, and problem solving skills. Explore all types of puzzles.

Looking to enjoy a relaxing program after school? Our teen center painting program is for you! Join us on the third floor to participate in our painting instruction. You can follow along with the chosen demonstration for the day - a landscape, a flower, a portrait perhaps - or you can spend time working on your own project.

This is an in person program at the Morrisania Library. Dive into the art of Clay Figure Modeling and bring your creativity to life! The teens' staff will guide you through the exciting process of sculpting a figure. All supplies will be proved! Audience: 13-18

This event will take place at the Tompkins Square Library. Join us for an afternoon of crafting. In Celebration of St. Patrick'sDay create a one-of-a-kind beaded bracelet. All materials will be supplied.

This event takes place in-person every Wednesday from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Come to the 3rd-floor community room to watch a movie, use a laptop, play games, or simply hang out with your friends and have fun. Snacks will be provided, but you're welcome to bring your own. No Registration Required - Only for Teens Grades 6-12

This event will take place in person at Mulberry Street Branch. Drop in from 3:30 - 5 PM to make a fun craft in the Community Room on LL2; all supplies will be provided. For ages 4+. No registration is required.

If you’re looking for something fun to do after school, join us for simple but fun papercrafts that you can take home with you! These simple yet entertaining crafts are great for school-age children, or for younger children with the assistance of an adult. All supplies will be provided! This program is best for children 4 and up, and their caregiver(s) and will be on a first come, first served basis.

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

Join Alejandro and Misha to explore and celebrate the rich cultural heritage and vibrant expressions of Latin and African diasporic dance forms, rhythms, and instruments! This interactive workshop, incorporating movement activities and call-and-response techniques, and touching on many rhythms from across the Caribbean, will create a dynamic and engaging learning experience. Limited to 20 Participants. First Come, First Served.