Events

"This event will take place in-person at the Castle Hill Library" Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. Storytime is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.

Best for children who are pre-walkers and who prefer a gentle, slow-paced program. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books, songs, and gentle movement in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. ADVANCE IN-PERSON REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration begins on Monday before each event at the Children's Room Information Desk. On the day of t…

An extended version of our Open Play: Popup Playtime program with some extras! 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! -- Una ver…

This event will take place in person at Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Drop in for an hour of coloring! Coloring is a relaxing form of self-expression, enhances fine motor skills, and builds concentration and focus. It's also fun!

Engage in sensory toys and learning activities.

This event will take place IN PERSON at Yorkville Library. 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 (16 and older, not in High School) wi…

This event will take place in person at the Webster Library. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Best for new walkers and toddlers (18-36 months). This program will take place on the third floor. Please check nypl.org/webster for the current service status of our elevator. Space is limited to 15 households…

Join Mr. Corvino for songs, stories, and more during our Little Movers Storytime! This program is geared toward parents, caregivers, and their young children, ages birth to 5. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the program.

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…

Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active toddler build important early learning skills.

This program will take place in person at Charleston Library. Join us for our special storytime to bond with your baby. Reading readiness begins at birth, and we can help with great books, fun songs, silly wiggles, and time to get to know the other babies in your neighborhood. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. If your little one is walking, you may want to graduate them to our Little Movers on Tuesdays or Thursdays! This progr…

FREE Holiday Knitting & Crochet classes at the Dongan Hills Library Learn the basics of crochet and knitting as you mingle with new friends and sip on coffee. Yarn and crochet hooks will be provided for the lesson. Please feel free to bring your own materails. Supplies are available on a first come, first serve basis. Walkups will be permitted as space accommodates.

Step into a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle with the Baychester Public Library's invigorating fitness program, in collaboration with Shape Up NYC. This dynamic initiative invites community members to embark on a journey towards wellness, fostering a sense of unity and well-being. No registration is required for this exciting class, which unfolds every Wednesday* from 12 pm to 1 pm in the welcoming confines of the community room. Under the guidance of expert instructors from Shape Up NYC, part…

Come enjoy playtime in the Children's Reading Room! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. A great opportunity to meet up with other parents and caretakers. Please note: This in-person program is for both caregiver and child. It is not a structured class. Our reading room is a multi-purpose space. Take care to supervise children at all times. Recommended for Ages 0-3.

**This event is online only** Carolina Rodriguez and Nancy Nierman from the Education Debt Consumer Assistance Program (EDCAP) at the Community Service Society of New York (CSSNY) discuss navigating the complex world of federal student loans, focusing on repayment and forgiveness options that will get you closer to eliminating your debt. Learn about the latest updates on debt relief options, forgiveness plans and legal challenges facing the federal student loan system. Don’t miss this opport…

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

Join this special storytime just for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. Enjoy books, sensory materials and treasured songs & rhymes. Stay after storytime for some playtime and socializing. Please be advised: This program is limited to 15 non-walking babies and their grown-up(s). If your baby is walking, please consider our Family Storytimes on Tuesdays & Thursdays. This program will operate on a first come first served basis.

This event is online only. There's a huge amount of excitement surrounding X-Men '97 season 2 . Join us at the Grand Concourse Library as we discuss everything X-Men from the hit show X-Men 97 then have a discussion on everything from the other animated counterparts to the potential impact X-Men might have on the MCU. See you there! X-Men. Vol. 1 X-Men. Reign of X. Vol. 1 You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be…

Join us at West New Brighton library for a unique art program Mosaic Art

This event will take place in person at the St. George Library Join us for a 12 week writing workshop every Wednesday from 12:30pm to 2:30pm beginning October 2nd and ending on December 18th. Professional writer, Ellen Aug Lytle will teach the free writing method where you will learn how to turn memories, events and ideas into poetry, stories and memoirs. Participants should bring a pad and pen to each session. **Ellen has been a teaching artist on Staten Island for 4…

After storytime, enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. A great opportunity to meet other children, parents and caretakers. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. This is not a structured class. Children must be supervised by their grown-up at all times. Recommended for Ages 0-2.

This event will take place in person at the Webster Library. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Best for new walkers and toddlers (18-36 months). This program will take place on the third floor. Please check nypl.org/webster for the current service status of our elevator. Space is limited to 15 households…

*THIS EVENT IS IN PERSON AT THE STAVROS NIARCHOS FOUNDATION LIBRARY (SNFL) ROOM 502 Do you want to discover the best ways to make a strong impact during an interview? What mistakes to avoid and how you can succeed during a job interview while embracing the value you have to offer? Join Career Services for an interactive workshop led by Career Coach Jim Arnoff that will give you insight into how to be authentic, fully present, and communicate effectively to leave a lasting impression during an…

Register Premiering in 1987, Robert Joffrey’s The Nutcracker adopted elements of the classical 19th-century original by Lev Ivanov and Marius Petipa and made it distinctly American, setting the narrative in an American household, complete with vintage toys from Joffrey’s own collection. For this month’s The Dance Historian Is In, former Joffrey Ballet dancer Nicole Duffy speaks about Joffrey’s take on the holiday classic The Nutcracker. Having danced in Robert Joffrey’s production for many year…

Join Jerome Park staff for our seasonal movie Miracle on 34th Street. "This history of the 1947 version of Miracle on 34th Street describes the origins of the story, the film's casting and production, its marketing and publicity, how it elevated the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from a local New York event to a national celebration, and the film's legacy, including its high ranking among the best Christmas movies of all time". Light snacks will be served. Hope to see you at the movies!

Synopsis After eight years on the job, Santa Claus discovers his run as Father Christmas will end if he doesn't find a Mrs. Claus. Directors Michael Lembeck Production year 2002 Rating G Studio Walt Disney Pictures Runtime 105 minutes

This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library. 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 the Great Kills Library. Are you an avid knitter, crocheter, or needlecraft enthusiast? Why work alone when you can join in the company of fellow crafters? Come join our informal needlecraft circle to share ideas, projects, and life! Chat about the books you are reading, the shows you are watching, and about whatever is on your mind. Sign up for NYPL Connect to get updates from NYPL and information about our digital resources and services available.

Meditation has been known as a healing modality. Join William Smith, retired Army Lt. Colonel and long time meditator, as he discusses the extraordinary positive effects that meditation can have on your life. The benefits are so numerous. By incorporating meditation into your daily routine you will see the changes! William will also present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that can enrich one’s life on many levels and help with seasonal stress. ________________ William Smith, a…

Re-visit the Tolkien-verse with our biweekly bite sized lunch time book discussion of the entire Lord of the Ring series. Each meeting we will be tackling 1 chapter until we eventually get through the entire book series (including The Silmarillion). Open to Tolkien nerds, anyone wanting to revisit the series, and people who are new to the story. This meeting we will be reading Chapter 12 of the Two Towers. Copies are available from the New York Public Library as a physical book, ebook, and au…

Come challenge your friends in some of our most unhinged board games

Do you need help with planning out next steps, for college or jobs or skill building? Meet one-on-one with a librarian to get some guidance, tips, and resources! You can schedule a virtual appointment at calendly.com/nyplcollegeandcareer or you can use the Register function on this event listing to meet in-person. Sessions are 30 minutes long and conducted in English. Discover what the Library offers NYC teens, including our newly expanded Teen Centers at select branches, TeenLIVE events, prog…

This event will take place in person at the Charleston Library. Grab your friends and join other players interested in a game of Mahjong, Canasta, and more! Bring your own supplies!

This program series will be held in person at Pelham Bay Library. Join our knitting circle! Participants will be guided through the fundamentals of knitting. Space is limited | Registration is required. Register in person or by calling the branch at 718-792-6744. Dates: Wednesdays from 1pm-3pm:

This program will take place in person at Charleston Library. Join us for our special storytime to bond with your baby. Reading readiness begins at birth, and we can help with great books, fun songs, silly wiggles, and time to get to know the other babies in your neighborhood. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. If your little one is walking, you may want to graduate them to our Little Movers on Tuesdays or Thursdays! This progr…

Declutter your yarn collection by crafting for a cause! The City Island Library invites knitters/crocheters of all levels to meet up and make scarves and hats to be donated to a non-profit organization that supports veterans. This program will be hosted by a staff member and we will learn from each other as we work on our projects. Participants should bring size 7 or 8 knitting needles or a size J or K crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to begin their crafty journey. Adults 18+. All…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. For adults preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Test in the next 1-2 years, and adult English language learners who want to improve their English by learning about American history and culture. Topic December 18 and 20: Independence and the New American Government - 1775-1790 A different topic each week! Join us for lively, interactive activities! No registration needed! Just come to the…

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. Best for childrens who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Space is limited to 20 households. Advanced registration is required. PLEASE REGISTER UNDER THE CHILD'S/CHILDREN'S NAME. **To register: Please click here and choose the correspo…

​This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Room 303. Registration is required. The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993) Jack Skellington, king of Halloween Town, discovers Christmas Town, but his attempts to bring Christmas to his home causes confusion. Directed by Henry Selick. 1993 | PG | 76 minutes About Reel to Read The page meets the screen at Reel to Read, a curated series of independent and classic cinema. These free screenings, hand-picke…