Events

The Library is here to help you learn and connect with your community through our wide array of free events, programs, classes, book clubs, and more. Please check listings to confirm if a program is in-person, online, or outdoors.

If you have any questions about the events listed below, please contact the branch for more information. See here for service updates at the Library.

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753 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Wed, April 24
@ 10:15 AM
This event will take place in -person at the Morningside Heights Library. Join us for a live program to hear stories, sing songs, share rhymes and fingerplays as you help your active toddler build important early learning skills. This program is for children who are between walking age and 36 months with their caregivers. Pick up tickets at the 2nd floor desk after 10AM. Program limited to the first 13 families. Door closes at 10:35AM.
Morningside Heights Library, Story Hour RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 10:15 AM
Join us for sensory-diverse play every last Wednesday of the month! We'll have a handful of activity stations to appeal to a variety of interests. First, come. First served. Ages: 1-3.
96th Street LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 10:15 AM
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.
Riverdale LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event is online only. 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! Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Register and you will receive an email with the link by 9:00 am on the day of the event. Storytime is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during…
Hudson Park Library
Online
Children,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person inside the Harlem Library on the 2nd floor. 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, toddlers or children at this developmental stage. Space is limited to 15 families and granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Harlem LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Wed, April 24
@ 10:30 AM
This event will take place in person at the Tottenville Branch. 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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. *Space is limited.* Per NYPL policy face coverings are required for adults and children over 24 months.
Tottenville LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
Come join the Chatham Square librarians for a live, in-person storytime every Wednesday of each month in the Storytime Room on our 3rd Floor! We'll be sharing songs, rhymes, and our favorite read-aloud books for the whole family. Ideal for young children with all ages with their caregivers. Remember, storytime is most effective when caregivers are present with their child! 請注意: 兒童車需要折好停放於二樓(兒童房)。遺憾的是,本館沒有電梯從大門直上二樓。所有兒童車都需要攜帶上前門樓梯然後直進一樓後面的電梯。我們無法保證工作人員能夠提供兒童車的幫助,並建議所有家長尋找代替兒童車的方法。PLEASE NOT…
Chatham Square Library, Children's Story RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, April 24
@ 10:30 AM
Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active toddler build important early learning skills.
Ottendorfer LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 10:45 AM
Join us for sensory-diverse play every last Wednesday of the month! We'll have a handful of activity stations to appeal to a variety of interests. First come. First served. Ages: 1-3.
96th Street LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. An informal playgroup for young children (ages 0-4) and their parents and/or caregivers to meet other families and encourage children to develop together through play. Onsite program with songs, rhymes, an Ideal program for caregivers with children,between the ages of 0 to3 years Open Play for Babies and Toddlers is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver a…
Columbus LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place at the Pelham Bay Library! Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active toddler build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Suggested for toddlers/little walkers and their caregivers. Please register in advance at the front desk. Space is limited
Pelham Bay LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, April 24
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Kingsbridge 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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage.
Kingsbridge LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Kingsbridge 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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage.
Kingsbridge LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Richmondtown Branch. 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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. *Space is limited. First come will be first served.*
Richmondtown Library, Community RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Families
Wed, April 24
@ 11 AM
Gather round, fëmijët! Ms. Gigi has a story to tell you on July 26th at 11:30AM. Come for NYPL's only Albanian/English story time!
Pelham Parkway-Van Nest LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, April 24
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Allerton Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Storytime helps strengthen early literacy skills, socialization, and bonding between adults and their children. This program caters towards kids ages 2-5. Stay and play after!
Allerton Library, Children's RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Wed, April 24
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in-person at the Mariners Harbor Library. Join us to hear stories all about frogs, 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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage.
Mariners Harbor LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 11:15 AM
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.
Morningside Heights LibraryAdults,

50+,

Children,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Wed, April 24
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Macomb's Bridge Library. 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 and if you'd like, we encourage you to bring a blanket for baby to lay down on. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers, 0 - 14 months. Registration is not requ…
Macomb's Bridge LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Families
Wed, April 24
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
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…
Webster LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 11:30 AM
A charming character from Puerto Rico learns to value honesty, hard work and friendship while making the most out of his playful adventures. Program will be held in the community room, LL2. For children aged 7+. No registration required.
Mulberry Street LibrarySchool Age (5-12 years),

Families,

Children
Wed, April 24
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills 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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage.
Dongan Hills LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Wed, April 24
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
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, it's time to graduate them to our Little Movers on Tuesdays or Thursdays! This program…
Charleston LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
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.
Eastchester LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Wed, April 24
@ 12 PM
Canceled
Early Literacy
Join Ms. Melissa for this special storytime just for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. Enjoy books, sensory materials and treasured songs & rhymes in a calming space. The program room will remain available for baby and grown-up socializing after storytime. Please be advised: This program is limited to 15 non-walking babies and their grown-up. If your baby is walking, please consider our Family Storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This program will operate on a first come first served…
Spuyten Duyvil LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 12:30 PM
Early Literacy
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…
Webster LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 3:30 PM
Join us for some new and classic picture books and a creative craft. Ages 3-6.
Ottendorfer LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for a storytime for children who are learning to toddle and talk! We'll be reading our favorite stories, singing songs, practicing our big motor skills with movement, and making new friends! Recommended for children age 18 months - 36 months This event will take place in person and is limited to 20 children and their caregivers. First come, first in!
Battery Park City LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 4 PM
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. This is an in-person event.
Todt Hill-Westerleigh LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Wed, April 24
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this bedtime themed storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.To get into the Pajama Party spirit, come dressed in your comfiest pajamas or bring a stuffed animal friend!
Grand Concourse Library, Children's RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Wed, April 24
@ 4:15 PM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Macomb's Bridge Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. For all children up to 5 years old. Registration is not required for this event.
Macomb's Bridge LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Thu, April 25
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam Library. Join 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 children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Limited to 10 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Thu, April 25
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. For new walkers and toddlers. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, April 19. Please arrive on time. The doors…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, April 25
@ 10:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Hudson Park 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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Limited to 20 children. Tickets will be given out at 10 am on the day of the program. The Children's Program Room is located on the…
Hudson Park LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Families
Thu, April 25
@ 10:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Roosevelt Island branch. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active toddler build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Suggested for toddlers/little walkers and their caregivers.
Roosevelt Island LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Parents/Caregivers
Thu, April 25
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
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, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. The storytime will take place inthe community room on LL2. Limit of 15 children and their caregivers. First come, first served.
Mulberry Street LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Parents/Caregivers
Thu, April 25
@ 10:30 AM
This event will take place in person at the Tottenville Library. 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 children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. *Space is limited.* Per NYPL policy face coverings are required for adults and children over 24 months.
Tottenville LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Thu, April 25
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Richmondtown Library. 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 children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. *Space is limited. First come will be first served. No pre-registration required.*
Richmondtown Library, Second FloorChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Families
Thu, April 25
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at Sedgwick Library. Join us for songs, crafts and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. For ages 1-5. **Ideal for new walkers, toddlers and/or preschoolers and their caregivers.
Sedgwick LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Thu, April 25
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
日本語バイリンガルストーリータイムへようこそ!5歳までのお子様向けプログラムで、保護者の方のご参加をお願いいたします!一緒に絵本を読んだり、歌を歌って、楽しい時間を過ごしましょう!事前の申込みは必要ありません!お会いできるのを楽しみにしています! Come join us for a Japanese Bilingual Storytime filled with songs, stories, and purposeful play! Recommended for kids from birth to 5 years old with their caregivers. Remember storytime is most effective when caregivers are present with their child. No registration required! ご注意:ベビーカー置き場は2階(チルドレンズフロア)にございます。恐れ入りますが、正面玄関から1階(ヤングアダルトフロアとアダルトフロア)までは階段のみで、エレベーターはございません。1階奥にエ…
Chatham Square Library, Children's Story RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families