Today @ 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 closed.
Registration starts Friday, March 22.
Please arrive on time. The doors w… Phone or in-person | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center | Children,
Families |
Today @ 10:15 AM | English for Speakers of Other Languages This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 1st Floor Corner Space.
In Person English Conversation Hour (ECH) is an open conversation where English language learners can discuss life, art, music, films, food, culture, current events, and other topics of interest.
Participation takes place in small group settings. This is not a formal class, but a fun and informal discussion - the only requirement is you are ready to have a conversation!
Winter / Spring 20… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 1st Floor Corner Space | Adults |
Today @ 10:30 AM | This program will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), 3rd Floor, Room 304.
Join Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff for our monthly series of computer classes for beginners. This week's topic is: Internet Safety.
Participants will:
Learn about the basic internets terms.
Review standard internet usage.
Have time to ask questions and work on personal projects.
To join the program:
Register online to receive a reminder message 24 hours before t… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 3rd Floor, Room 304 | Adults |
Today @ 10:30 AM | TechConnect This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address.
You may join the class session using this link:
https://nypl.zoom.us/j/88629010461?pwd=cVlDV0hDQ0hsTW9BSVovWFJJbllCdz09
Learn how to use the rapid-prototyping, easy-to-use online design tool, Figma, in this hands-on class! This class will cover the basics of creating simple designs in Figma and how you can use Figma as a UI or UX designer.
You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class w… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Online Only | Adults |
Today @ 10:30 AM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
Learn the basics of Adobe's vector graphic creation program and how to create exciting digital art for print, video, and web.
This class is part of our Design 360 class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/43wQ2eq
Join the class using this link:
https://nypl.zoom.us/j/84876268840?pwd=cENtb0JBZHJZREhLTmoyeE9IYUR1dz09 Online registration is now closed | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Today @ 10:45 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 is closed.
Registration starts Friday, March 22.
Please a… Phone or in-person | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center | Children,
Families |
Today @ 11:30 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, March 22.
Please arrive on time. The doors… Phone or in-person | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center | Children,
Families |
Today @ 12:30 PM | Online This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address.Learn how to mix in Pro Tools by adjusting levels, panning, routing through buses, and applying effects. Software will be provided in our computer lab.
This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://on.nypl.org/studio40You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Today @ 12:30 PM | TechConnect This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address.
Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the popular language Python. This class will cover concepts fundamental to all programming languages and provide an introduction to coding more generally.
This class requires a gmail account to use Google Colab, a browser based coding environment.
You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class.
*P… Online registration is now closed | Online | Adults |
Today @ 1:30 PM | TechConnect This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address.
You may join the class session using this link: https://nypl.zoom.us/j/88598042629?pwd=M2IvRlZIRWVRcm5VZjB4S0NPMWtQQT09
Learn how to create, edit and share online documents using Google's ever-evolving word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and calendar programs.
You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class.
*Please note that some people using… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Online Only | Adults |
Today @ 2 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
This class will cover the most popular lookup method in Excel, VLOOKUP, which used to search for and retrieve information in datasets, and work with the results.
This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Today @ 2:30 PM | TechConnect This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address.
Continue learning the fundamentals of computer programming with the popular language Python. This class continues to cover concepts fundamental to all programming languages and provide an introduction to coding more generally.
This class requires a gmail account to use Google Colab, a browser based coding environment.
You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the… Online registration is now closed | Online | Adults |
Today @ 3 PM | This event will take place in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 4th Floor, Room 403.
Work with a Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff member to complete a personal project on the computer. 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.
Assistance can include:
Internet browsing
Email
Typing software
eBooks and Audiobooks
Library Catal… Online registration is now closed | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 4th Floor, Room 403 | Adults |
Today @ 3 PM | English for Speakers of Other Languages This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602.
Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC
For adult English language learners (age 16 and up)
Practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussing them with adults from around the world!
Thursdays, March 7, 14, 21, 28
NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class! | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center | Adults,
English Language Learners,
Immigrants |
Today @ 3:45 PM | This event will take place in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 4th Floor, Room 403.
Work with a Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff member to complete a personal project on the computer. 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.
Assistance can include:
Internet browsing
Email
Typing software
eBooks and Audiobooks
Library Catal… Online registration is now closed | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 4th Floor, Room 403 | Adults |
Today @ 4 PM | Online This event is online only.
Must register with a valid email address.
This class will cover how to use functions to modify strings, a useful tool when scrubbing data, and how to use goal seek to solve common problems.
This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g
You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link. Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Online Only via Zoom | Adults |
Today @ 4 PM | Teen Recording Studio & Media Lab Ready to learn all about cameras?
Photo/Video Basics is a course series where teens learn how to operate our DSLR cameras and edit their work in our Media Lab. At the end of the series, teens are eligible to take the Photo/Video assessment, and when they pass, they will receive a Studio Card and be able to book time in the Media Lab to work independently.
This is a 3-week in-person program, and registration is for all 3 sessions. All sessions take place on the lower level of the Stavros Niar… Phone or in-person | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Teen Center | Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years) |
Today @ 4:15 PM | English for Speakers of Other Languages This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 1st Floor Corner Space.
In Person English Conversation Hour (ECH) is an open conversation where English language learners can discuss life, art, music, films, food, culture, current events, and other topics of interest.
Participation takes place in small group settings. This is not a formal class, but a fun and informal discussion - the only requirement is you are ready to have a conversation!
Winter / Spring 20… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 1st Floor Corner Space | Adults |
Today @ 4:30 PM | This event will take place in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 4th Floor, Room 403.
Work with a Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff member to complete a personal project on the computer. 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.
Assistance can include:
Internet browsing
Email
Typing software
eBooks and Audiobooks
Library Catal… Online registration is now closed | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 4th Floor, Room 403 | Adults |
Today @ 4:30 PM | NYPL en Español This event will take place in person at The Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (455 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10016), Room 303.
¡Hola! ¿Te gusta hablar español? Join the staff of the New York Public Library and other fellow Spanish speakers for an hour of Spanish conversation.
This group is at the intermediate level, but it's a friendly gathering and everyone is welcome.
You don't need a library card to register, only an email address.
Visit the Jalapeño Social Hour Agenda webpage to le… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 3rd Floor, Room 303 | Adults |
Today @ 5:45 PM | 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.
During the listed hours you can drop in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served).
3rd Floor | Room 305
Monday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Tuesday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Wednesday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Thursday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Friday |… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) | Adults,
50+,
Persons Without Homes |
Today @ 6 PM | TechConnect Learn how to create, edit and share online documents using Google's ever-evolving word processing program. Registration required: Online | PC Lab | Adults |
Today @ 6 PM | Author Talks In celebration of Women's History Month, join WNYC’s special guest host Jordan Lauf and Xochitl Gonzalez for a live conversation about her new book Anita de Monte Laughs Last, followed by a special musical performance from Caridad de la Luz AKA "La Bruja" who will be joined in conversation by Get Lit producer Simon Close.
The New York Public Library and WNYC—two indispensable New York institutions—are partnering to host a book club that brings New Yorkers together and fosters community.
The… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Event Center Online | Adults |
Today @ 6 PM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
Studio40 is a free public recording studio available for patrons of the New York Public Library. In this two-part course, you’ll learn more about Studio40 resources and how to get the most out of your recording sessions. We’ll cover studio best practices, how to safely use the equipment available in our studio, and the practical skills you need to run a successful soundcheck and recordi… Online registration is now closed | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Mac Lab | Adults |
Fri, March 29 @ 10 AM | Women's History Month 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 today: Understanding the N-400 Application Form - Part 2 (No problem if you didn't attend Part 1)
A different topic each week!
Join us for lively, interactive activities!
No registration nee… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center | Adults,
English Language Learners,
Immigrants |
Fri, March 29 @ 1 PM | Career Services This event is online only.
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, Moore Well-Beings and the NYPL Career Services department are joining forces to create a space for you to prioritize your well-being, taking a moment to acknowledge your contributions in keeping yourselves, your households, workplaces, and our nation going.
Women are often the caregivers to their friends, family, and even in the workspace. In turn, over-extending ourselves and overlooking the care we may need as an individual.… | Online | Adults,
50+,
Businesspeople,
College & Graduate Students,
English Language Learners,
Immigrants,
Job Seekers,
Persons with Disabilities,
Persons Without Homes |
Fri, March 29 @ 1:30 PM | This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304.
Join us for two hours of freeform crafting and conversation. Bring your own project or choose something from our collection to work on. We have materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, paper crafts, and puzzles, too.
All programs are subject to change or cancellation.
SPECIAL NOTE:
March 15: Mosaic upcycling. Art supplies and crafting materials for these activities will be provi… First come, first served | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) 3rd Floor, Room 304 | Adults |
Fri, March 29 @ 2 PM | English for Speakers of Other Languages This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602.
Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC
For adult English language learners (age 16 and up)
Practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussing them with adults from around the world!
Fridays, March 1, 22, 29 (no class March 8 or 15)
NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class! | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center | Adults,
English Language Learners,
Immigrants |
Fri, March 29 @ 4 PM | Want to be a part of the Teen Center's Volunteer Group?
Join us in-person at the SNFL Teen Center (with the option of going hybrid after your first meeting) every other Friday to hang out with your peers and help inform the programs and services at your library!
(Snacks are usually included.)
To earn community service hours, teens must complete a few required trainings which can all be done remotely. Please fill out this Google Form to be receive those instructions and be added to our Teen Vo… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Teen Center | Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years) |
Fri, March 29 @ 4 PM | Teen Recording Studio & Media Lab Are you a budding musician looking to record your next hit song? Our state-of-the-art recording studio is here to help!
Open Studio offers a unique opportunity for teens to come in, record their music, and receive feedback from their Youth Media Mentors! Plus, you'll have the chance to learn about audio engineering and get a behind-the-scenes look at the recording process.
In Open Studio teens are invited to record 1 song up to 3 minutes.
Depending on registrants for the day, sessions ca… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Teen Center | Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years) |
Fri, March 29 @ 4 PM | Teen Recording Studio & Media Lab Event Details
Working on a music, photo, video, or graphic design project? The Media Lab is open!
Our workstations are fully equipped for all kinds of projects. Come by the lab to...
Create music and edit audio in Logic Pro X or ProTools
Edit video in Final Cut Pro X or Adobe Premiere
Create graphic designs in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign
Edit photos in Lightroom and Photoshop....
And more!
You can come work independently on your own projects, or if you're just starting out, our s… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Teen Center | Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years) |
Fri, March 29 @ 5:45 PM | 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.
During the listed hours you can drop in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served).
3rd Floor | Room 305
Monday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Tuesday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Wednesday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Thursday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Friday |… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) | Adults,
50+,
Persons Without Homes |
Sat, March 30 @ 10 AM | Online NOTE: This event is online only. Must register with a full name and valid email address.
Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets.
You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class.
*Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experienced issues with receiving… Registration required: Online | Pelham Bay Library Online Only | Adults |
Sat, March 30 @ 10:30 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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.
Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required.
Registration starts Monday, March 25.
Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
THE PROGRAM IS FULL. REGISTRA… Phone or in-person | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
Families |
Sat, March 30 @ 11 AM | TechConnect This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617).
Come workshop your creative media projects with support from Studio40 staff and the community of Studio40 media-makers. Ask questions, experiment, share progress and inspiration, and use the Mac lab software to work on your projects in music, video, and podcast production, and more. Available hardware and software in the Lab: - Pro Tools - Logic Pro X - GarageBand - Ableton Live Standar… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center Mac Lab | Adults |
Sat, March 30 @ 11 AM | 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.
During the listed hours you can drop in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served).
3rd Floor | Room 305
Monday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Tuesday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Wednesday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Thursday | 5:45–8:15 PM
Friday |… | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) | Adults,
50+,
Persons Without Homes |
Sat, March 30 @ 11:15 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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.
Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required.
Registration starts Monday, March 25.
Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins. Phone or in-person | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
Families |
Sat, March 30 @ 2 PM | Women's History Month This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Room 303. Registration is required.
Barbie (2023)
Barbie and Ken are having the time of their lives in the colorful and seemingly perfect world of Barbie Land. However, when they get the chance to go to the real world, they soon discover the joys and perils of living among humans. Directed by Greta Gerwig.
2023 | PG-13 | 116 minutes
About Reel to Read
The page meets the screen at Reel to Read, a curat… Registration required: Online | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) | Adults,
Book Lovers |
Sat, March 30 @ 2:30 PM | Online This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a full name and valid email address.
This class will cover the most popular lookup method in Excel, VLOOKUP, which is used to search for and retrieve information in data sets, and work with the results.
Skills required:
Be able to write functions
Understand Absolute vs Relative Cell References
You will receive an email on the day of the class with the link to join the virtual class.
*Please note that some people using ol… Registration required: Online | Online | Adults |
Mon, April 1 @ 10:30 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers.
Space is limited to 15 babies. Registration is required.
Registration begins on We… Phone or in-person | Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center | Children,
Families |