Events

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Thursday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the 2nd Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is necessary.

"Alice, a novelist, meets Felix, who works in a warehouse, and asks him if he'd like to travel to Rome with her. In Dublin, her best friend Eileen is getting over a break-up and slips back into flirting with Simon, a man she has known since childhood. Alice, Felix, Eileen and Simon are still young - but life is catching up with them. They desire each other, they delude each other, they worry about sex and friendship and the times they live in. Will they find a way to believe in a beautiful worl…

Join us in the Community Room for a slumber party at Seward Park! We will be watching Princess and the Frog (2009) directed by John Musker and Ron Clements. While pajamas are not required, they are certainly encouraged! Recommended for children 6-12 with their caregiver(s). All children must be accompanied by a guardian.

Join Seward Park Library and The Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) for a documentary screening and discussion about "She Marches in Chinatown." About the film: This documentary explores the legacy of the Seattle Chinese Community Girls Drill Team which was formed in 1952. For 70 years, they have performed at parades all around Washington state, inspiring generations. This history is shared by Ruby Chow and her daughter Cheryl Chow from footage filmed in 2002. Cheryl took over the drill team…

Athens viewed from the Piraeus, where the action of the ‘Republic’ takes place. This series of ten online lectures seeks to assist the reader and merely curious alike in understanding Plato’s Republic, a work which remains just as controversial today as when it was written. Rejecting the popular interpretation of the dialogue as a political treatise, we will instead find our entrypoint by understanding the Republic in the context of its historical moment, and within Plato’s greater philos…

Afternoon Tea at the Seward Park Library Join us Fridays in the afternoon at the silent reading room on the third floor for a small cup of tea and English digestive, which you may quietly enjoy alongside your book newspaper, or laptop. Food and drink subject to limitation of one per patron.

Join us for interactive stories, songs, and play during Sensory Storytime! This inclusive literacy program will be held monthly on Saturdays. It is designed to engage children through movement, music, active stories, sensory materials and visual schedules. This program is ideal for children with autism spectrum disorders, or any child that may have difficulty attending in large groups. Best for ages 2-6 years. Registration is required and sensory storytime is limited to 12 participants.…

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Saturday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the Second Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is neccesary.

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

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!

This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room. Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.

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 Seward Park Library in the Community Room. Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.

Join us for an afternoon session of story and song for youngsters ages 3-6. We will explore picture books stories, entertaining songs and invite our audience to take part in the fun! Add on to those early literacy skills! A caregiver is required to attend with their child. Program will take place in the second floor Reading Room.

This event is online. February is the month of love, be it romantic or platonic. Learn ways to nurture healthy relationships and how to recognize toxic ones to fill your life with people who love and value how amazing you are! This program will take place virtually, via Google Meet. Please register using your email address and the link will be sent to you the day of the program. You will need an internet connection and a device with audio and/or video to connect. For Teens in Grades 7 - 12. R…

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.

Dive into the world of anime with us at Seward Park's Anime Club! Enjoy screening of popular series while munching on delicious snacks. It’s a perfect way to relax, meet fellow anime fans, and enjoy some great shows!

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Thursday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the 2nd Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is necessary.

Reading keeps us connected. Join us for a neighborhood book club IN PERSON at Seward Park Library! The New York Public Library continues partnering with WNYC to present a book club experience! Each month, we will read a new title leading up to a live conversation, in-person or online, with the author and All of It host Alison Stewart. This book club will take place IN PERSON at Seward Park Library. The New York Public Library and WNYC—two indispensable New York institutions—are part…

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 us at the library for Teen Game On!Games including Super Smash Bros and Mario Kart! Connect with fellow gamers, grab some snacks, and join in on the fun!

Join us at the library for Teen Game On!Games including Super Smash Bros and Mario Kart! Connect with fellow gamers, grab some snacks, and join in on the fun!

Athens viewed from the Piraeus, where the action of the ‘Republic’ takes place. This series of ten online lectures seeks to assist the reader and merely curious alike in understanding Plato’s Republic, a work which remains just as controversial today as when it was written. Rejecting the popular interpretation of the dialogue as a political treatise, we will instead find our entrypoint by understanding the Republic in the context of its historical moment, and within Plato’s greater philos…

Afternoon Tea at the Seward Park Library Join us Fridays in the afternoon at the silent reading room on the third floor for a small cup of tea and English digestive, which you may quietly enjoy alongside your book newspaper, or laptop. Food and drink subject to limitation of one per patron.

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Saturday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the Second Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is neccesary.

Still from 'Dance Girl, Dance' Dorothy Arzner, the sole woman to work as a director in the Hollywood studio system of the '30s and early '40s, brings a subversive feminist sensibility to this juicily entertaining backstage melodrama. A behind-the-footlights look at friendship, jealousy, and ambition in the ruthless world of show business, Dance, Girl, Dance follows the intertwining fates of two chorus girls on their journey from anonymity to stardom in a man's world. (88 mins) [...] Arzne…

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

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 March 3rd 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.

Join Seward Park Library, in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration, for a series of programs designed to help you start and operate a successful business. We will start the new year off with the Government Contracting Series, continuing this month with the webinar Marketing to Government Agencies, in which participants will learn about Identifying your customers; Research their requirements; Learn contracting procedures and those who make buying decisions; Focus on areas in you…

This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room. This class covers how to use conditional logic in formulas and functions, allowing you to create formulas that act differently in different circumstances. Topics covered include: IF statements, nested IF statements, AND & OR logic functions. This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Tuesday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the 2nd Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is necessary.

This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room. Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.

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 Seward Park Library in the Community Room. Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.

Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Program will take place in the second floor Reading Room. This program is for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Please call 212-477-6770 to register.

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.

Told in four episodes - an unnamed artist is transported through a mirror into another dimension, where he travels through various bizarre scenarios. “The Blood of a Poet carries a historiography spanning decades that includes myriad interpretations—iconographic, psychoanalytic, semiotic, structuralist, and so on—and also like those works, it’s possible that it merely exists outside interpretation altogether.” — Henri de Corinth, for Mubi While no registration is required, you may email lillia…

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Thursday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the 2nd Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is necessary.