Events

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Fifty-Eighth Street Branch Library Community Room. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (1…

Do you want to go to college or start a new career? Are you having a hard time figuring out where to start preparing your application or resume? Do you need some assistance with all of the paperwork? Email southbeach@nypl.org to schedule this session and we’ll help you look for: General information about college and career prep Summer program search and applications Job search applications Creating/editing your resume Making a school list Working on college applications Financial ai…

This event will take place in person at the St. George Library Center. Come and join us as we watch a movie in the Teen Room.

Need a second pair of eyes on your cover letter or resume? Want to practice your job interview skills? Need help finding the right career for you? Or just talk through a job search? Sign up for a 1 on 1 counseling session with a librarian. Each session is half an hour and takes place online via Google Meet. You will be sent a link on the day of the meeting. Fill out this form to register for a session.

Learn how to make beats using Logic pro X or create your own podcast! Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to expand your horizons and explore the power of sound. Mark your calendars and join us at Tremont Sound Lab for an unforgettable day of music, innovation, and inspiration. We can't wait to see you there. Visit Tremont Sound Lab Calendar to schedule an appointment. Subject to availability.

Join us for an in-person, drop-in coloring club. Kids will use an assortment of coloring pages, crayons, and colored pencils to create their own art. Supplies are provided by the library, and inspiration is provided by kids! Children 12 and under are welcome.

This program will take place at the Macomb Bridge Library Teen Center. Designated teen time to enjoy board, card and video games (PS5 & Nintendo Switch) with friends.

Join us for a screening of Home Alone (1992). In this sequel, resourceful youngster Kevin McCallister is separated from his family and faces familiar foes in the Big Apple. Cast: Macaulay Culkin, Joe Pesci, Daniel Stern, Catherine O'Hara, John Heard Director(s): Chris Columbus Rating: PG Runtime: 2h Open to all, no registration required. Seating is limited on a first-come, first-served basis.

This event will take place in person at Belmont Library. Join us for Anime Gaming where you can play fighting games with some of your favorite characters and compete against players who share your interests!

This event will be held in person at St. Agnes Library. Learn to use 3D design programs Tinkercad and Dremel, and how they work with our 3D Dremel Printer. Then, explore your creative side and design your own mini creation using Tinkercad! Once the design is complete, we'll print them out for you to keep! Bring your own laptop or borrow one with your library card. Space is limited to the first 3 children. A sign-up sheet will be available at the circulation desk on the day of the event. This pro…

This event will take place in person at the Morrisania Library. Come join us! Legos free play. Come take advantage of our many pieces of Legos and make what you want. Legos are a great educational tool to engage children of any age; it targets the development of children's creativity through play and learning. No registration required. ***This program is open to children of ages 3-12 and their parents/caregivers***

This event will take place in the community room of the West New Brighton Library. During our open hours you can take advantage of our various Teen Center resources. Utilize our tech, arts and craft supplies, collection of video games and board games, or just grab a laptop and hangout! Devices such as the 3D printer, cameo cutter, silk screener, and photography equipment may not be available at open hours. Please see our calendar for programs specifically related to these devices or email wes…

This event will take place in person at the Roosevelt Island branch. Join us at 3:30pm for a fun-filled hour of singing, reading, learning, and open crafting EVERY SECOND AND FOURTH MONDAY OF THE MONTH. For children ages 3-5. First come, first served. No registration.

This event will take place in person at the Dongan Hills Library. We provide the LEGO, while you provide the imagination and build a creative masterpiece to be kept on display in the library between programs. Ages 4-12

Join us in this in-person program and come build as a team and work on your own creations. We'll provide the LEGO'S! Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during entire program: unaccompanied adults or children may be asked to leave the program.

Join us at the Soundview Library as we explore our roots and create our own family trees! Let's celebrate love, family, and community as we use crafting supplies, our brains, and our hearts to make our family tree including parents, grandparents, siblings, and more! There's a 15 minute grace period.

Once upon a wag, there was a specially trained therapy dog named Tyler. He was wishing that a child would read him a story... and his wish came true at the Kingsbridge Library! Come read to a therapy dog! These licensed therapy dogs and their owners can't wait for you to come read them a story. Enjoy one-on-one, no-pressure reading time with a furry friend! Tyler is waiting to listen to you read to him! Dogs can’t read but they are great listeners! For ages 5-12. Pre-registration required for…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the PC Lab (Room 615). Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn the basics of the interface and get started creating your own digital art in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided.

Hey Kids! Come to the Kingsbridge Branch and play chess! Open to beginners as well as experienced players. If you don't know how to play, that's all right: come and learn!

Join us December 23 @ 3:30 for a screening of Home Alone and make your own Gingerbread house!

This event is online and in-person. Join us every Monday for intriguing and compelling real life stories! Join the Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library for a free screening of "Homegoings". Program Description Through the eyes of funeral director Isaiah Owens, the beauty and grace of African-American funerals are brought to life. Filmed at Owens Funeral Home in New York City's historic Harlem neighborhood, Homegoings takes an up-close look at the rarely seen world of undertaking in the black com…

Are you a teen with a passion for creativity? Join the Teen Art Club at the library.Every week, we explore different art forms, from classic techniques to modern trends, giving you the opportunity to experiment and develop your skills. Our sessions are filled with fun, inspiration, and plenty of art supplies to bring your ideas to life. No registration required. & No experience is necessary—just bring your enthusiasm and imagination!

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

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 at Morningside Heights Library. Learn how to manage your money and to create a budget to track your spending. Materials are provided.

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 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…

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

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…

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!

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.

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.