Classes & Workshops

The New York Public Library offers more than 93,000 programs annually, serving everyone from toddlers to teens to seniors. Use any or all of the filters below to find a class that interests you. All classes are free unless otherwise noted.

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3,265 classes found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 9:30 AM
Need help opening an email account? Want to get a handle on Google Suite or download an eBook on your tablet? Bring all of your technology questions for one-on-one assistance to our Open Lab. This takes place every Tuesday morning at 9:30 am. Please ring the doorbell for admittance.
Ottendorfer LibraryAdults,

50+
Today
@ 10 AM
This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Create beautiful art and craft projects to take home, relax with some coloring pages, and build relationships with members of your community from many generations! All materials are provided. No registration is required.
Morningside Heights Library, Community RoomAdults,

50+,

College & Graduate Students,

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Today
@ 10 AM
Online
This is an online event. This is a virtual fiber art circle where we chat, craft, and create! Join us as we crochet, knit, or sew and share our knowledge and WIPS. AS well as our deep love of YAAAAARRRRN! All the yarn. Nohting but yarn. We will also do our best to give instruction on your knitting, crocheting, or sewing questions. So make sure to have your supplies and projects with you, and come craft with us! Dont hesitate to virtually browse all of the NYPL titles. If you have any question…
Online via HangoutsBook Lovers
Today
@ 10 AM
This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library . Do you want to improve your computer skills? Is your Resume up to date? Here is a list of possible one on one computer sessions you can inquire our staff about. Microsoft Word Email Resume Other Basic Needs Please register at the front desk for available time slots. Each session is one hour.
Hamilton Grange LibraryAdults,

50+,

Job Seekers,

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Today
@ 10 AM
Tax Prep
This in-person program will be held at the Castle Hill Library Appointment required. Register here: https://go.oncehub.com/NYPLlibraries . Walk-ups will be permitted as space allows. Food Bank's free self-assisted tax preparation program is an IRS-certified and supervised program offering tax services. Computers are available and Food Bank’s IRS-certified coaches can guide you through the self-filing process and answer any questions you may have. Please review Food Banks's tax prep require…
Castle Hill LibraryAdults,

50+
Today
@ 10 AM
Tax Prep
This in-person program will be held at Tremont Library. Appointment required. Register here. Walk-ups will be permitted as space allows. Food Bank's free self-assisted tax preparation program is an IRS-certified and supervised program offering tax services. Computers are available and Food Bank’s IRS-certified coaches can guide you through the self-filing process and answer any questions you may have. Please review Food Banks's tax prep requirements here to see if you qualify. For a full li…
Tremont LibraryAdults,

50+
Today
@ 10:15 AM
Canceled
Story Time Tuesdays at 10 am
Soundview Library
In-Person
Children,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Today
@ 10:30 AM
Ongoing
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 2nd Floor, Room 205. Join staff at SNFL for Archive Your Life: Safeguarding Using Archival Methods. Learn about taking care of different types of personal memorabilia while sharing the history of your cherished items. Make sure to leave items you are interested in conserving at home. Bring a photograph of the item and/or a detailed description. Bringing both is ideal! Sign up for our e-newsletter to stay up to da…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
2nd Floor, Room 205
Adults
Today
@ 10:30 AM
TechConnect
Learn how to use LinkedIn Learning! The Library has partnered with LinkedIn to offer FREE ACCESS to over 5,000 online courses. This class will cover the basics of how to access the website for FREE! You will have time to explore the site and begin your self-paced learning journey.
Richmondtown Library, Technology Training CenterAdults
Today
@ 10:30 AM
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 may join the class session using this link: https://nypl.zoom.us/j/86015449230?pwd=SWE0dE02aFhiYWN5RXNoTEZK…
58th Street Library, Computer Classroom (not wheelchair accessible)
Online Only
Adults
Today
@ 10:30 AM
This program is in person. Participants will learn that basics of computers including turning one on.
Westchester Square LibraryAdults,

Immigrants
Today
@ 11 AM
Tuesday, at 11 am Relaxation art for adults. For all levels of artistic ability
New Dorp LibraryAdults
Today
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
Study your choice of 71 available languages using NYPL's online learning Mango languages. Learn vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar and culture of the language of your choice using fun and interactive learning tools. Library card as well as some mouse and keyboard skills required.
Woodstock LibraryAdults,

50+,

Immigrants,

Job Seekers
Today
@ 11 AM
English for Speakers of Other Languages
This event will take place IN PERSON at Eastchester 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…
Eastchester LibraryEnglish Language Learners
Today
@ 11 AM
Banned Books
Join NYPL for a special writing workshop series, Unbound: Writing in a Contentious Landscape. Celebrate books for all and explore writing prowess with multi-genre writing courses featured around freedom of self-expression and ideas of censorship. Freedom to Read, Freedom to Write: with Christina Chiu In this workshop, participants will be inspired by different themes from frequently banned books and consciously flex their own freedom-of-expression muscles to generate writing based on subjec…
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Today
@ 11 AM
Join us at Mott Haven Library every Tuesday morning for a relaxing hour of crafting together. Learn something new each week, ranging from watercolors to jewelry, clay pieces to greeting cards, and more. Let's enjoy each other's company and engage our artistic side on Tuesdays from 11 AM - 12:30 PM, just for adults. You are welcome to attend as many or few sessions as you like, as each week will be a new project and fresh start. Limited to 10 participants, first come first served. Please arrive…
Mott Haven Library, Community RoomAdults,

50+
Today
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library. It's your toddler's turn to craft! This week, we're learning the letter "J" with this fun jellyfish craft! Join us for a fun arts & crafts activity that you and your little one are sure to enjoy. For ages 1 - 5 years. Registration is required for this event.
Macomb's Bridge LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Today
@ 11 AM
Five Senses
This event will take place in person at the Kips Bay Library. Join us for a delightful blend of learning and fun in our Open Play Kitchen program for kids ages 2-11 years old and their parents/caregivers. Step into a world of imagination where little chefs can explore, create, and learn. Our program offers a vibrant play kitchen set up with utensils, pretend food, and cooking accessories. Children engage in imaginative cooking, fostering creativity, social interaction, and basic culinary skills…
Kips Bay Library, Children's roomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Seward Park Library in the Community Room. Understanding how to work with files and folders is an important part of using your computer. In this class, you will learn about file structure, copy and deleting files, portable storage, and cloud storage.
Seward Park Library, Community RoomAdults
Today
@ 11 AM
This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Branch. Learn how to hold, click, and move the mouse and practice your typing/keyboarding skills.
Sedgwick LibraryAdults
Today
@ 11 AM
Book an appointment with a librarian and get tech/computer help. Appointments are one hour long. Choose a convenient time between 11am and 4pm. Two days notice is recommended in order to accommodate the desk schedule. The sign-up sheet is located at the front desk. Please include contact information and a brief description of the project you are working on. The Librarian will be able to guide you but will not be able to actually do the work for you. Please come prepared with all of the info…
Morrisania LibraryAdults,

50+
Today
@ 11 AM
Canceled
TechConnect
Need help with ebooks? Tablet on the fritz? Or just need a quick turn on a computer without an appointment? Drop by for some tech TLC, courtesy of your friendly neighborhood librarians.
Spuyten Duyvil LibraryAdults,

50+
Today
@ 11 AM
This event will take place in person at Pelham Parkway-Van Nest 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. Patrons can schedule individual time with library staff for help with any tasks that need to be completed via the computer and or personal phone. Time slots can vary from increments of 15 minutes to 1 hour. Please register in advanc…
Pelham Parkway-Van Nest LibraryAdults
Today
@ 11:30 AM
Online
This event is online only. Join the Mosholu Branch Library for a Spanish Conversation Class for intermediate levels. Adult learners will have the opportunity to practice Spanish by chatting with library staff and other adults from around the world. Meet other people who are practicing Spanish, just like you; in a casual setting. Register now let's have some fun; include your contact information to receive the link to participate.
Mosholu LibraryAdults,

Book Lovers
Today
@ 11:30 AM
English for Speakers of Other Languages
This event will take place in person at 96th Street Library. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! 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 Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners will have the opportunity to learn English by watching We Speak N…
96th Street LibraryAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Today
@ 12 PM
TechConnect
Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? 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.
Richmondtown Library, Technology Training CenterAdults
Today
@ 12 PM
English for Speakers of Other Languages
This class will take place in person at the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. Tuesdays in March from 12-1:30pm: 3/5, 3/12, 3/19 and 3/26 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 Classes for English Speakers of Ot…
Harry Belafonte 115th Street LibraryEnglish Language Learners
Today
@ 12 PM
Canceled
This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Moving for Life’s DanceExercise for Health® classes use gentle aerobic exercise to motivate older adults and people of different ages and abilities affected by chronic illness like heart disease, COVID-19 and diabetes. These classes help uplift mental and physical health while carefully increasing energy, range of motion, lymphatic flow, joint ease, mental acuity, balance, calorie burning, and strengthening. MFL will be ad…
Morningside Heights Library, Community RoomAdults,

50+
Today
@ 12 PM
Canceled
Online
This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. Learn the basics of the language CSS to style a basic webpage. You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom
Adults
Today
@ 12:30 PM
Online
This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address.This class covers the basics of using HTML to create a simple web page.You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning Center
Online Only via Zoom
Adults
Today
@ 12:30 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! Tuesdays, March 5, 12, 19, 26 NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning CenterAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Today
@ 1 PM
Research 101
Join us, as we demonstrate how to use the collection at NYPL's Map Division to research local rail transit routes in New York City. In particular, we will focus on NYC's subway system, elevated rails, and commuter rail lines. During this class, we will cover the history of rail transit in New York City, show you how to utilize NYPL's catalogs to locate maps related to these transit lines, and provide examples of how these maps can be utilized as part of your research. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER.…
OnlineAdults
Today
@ 1 PM
Join us in person at the Pelham Bay Library community room and make your own beaded jewelry using various types of beads. All materials will be provided. Registration is required. Register in person or over the phone by calling 718-792-6744
Pelham Bay LibraryAdults
Today
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse, Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics. Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Today
@ 1 PM
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
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 either at the St. George Library Center or online via Google Meet. Fill out this form to register for a session.
St. George Library Center
Online via Google Meet
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 1 PM
Tuesdays, February 27, March 5, March 12, March 19 from 1pm to 2:30pm. Presented in the 3rd floor Mae West Room. Contemplative Reading/Spiritual Autobiography is a 4-week writing-based course that explores histories of progressive religious feminist and queer activism in the U.S. While in this contemporary moment, the religious right has a loud voice in American politics, in the broader histories of our country, progressive religious activism has long shaped social change, from abolition to Ci…
Jefferson Market LibraryAdults
Today
@ 1 PM
This event will take place in person at the City Island Library. Do you have a passion for writing? Join us for our Island Writers, a creative writing group. This group is for writers of different levels and expertise. We are here to help one another on the journey of self-expression and creativity! Every Tuesday at 1 PM
City Island Library, Community Meeting RoomAdults,

50+,

College & Graduate Students
Today
@ 1:30 PM
This event will take place in person at the 53rd Street Library. Improve your English language proficiency! Drop in at the 53rd Street Library's ESOL "Conversation Tuesdays," an open dialogue where English language learners and fluent English speakers chat on a variety of topics including art, music, current events, leisure activities, and New York City life. Practice your speaking skills and socialize with other English language learners. No registration required.
53rd Street Library, Community RoomAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Today
@ 1:30 PM
This event will take place IN PERSON at Chatham Square Branch 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 Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in High Schoo…
Chatham Square Library, Community RoomAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Today
@ 1:30 PM
TechConnect
This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to create documents, apply formatting, and to save and share your work using Microsoft Word. No prior experience with Microsoft Word is required to take this class. You may join the class session using this link: https://nypl.zoom.us/j/84204234388?pwd=RkNtbzBHcGljSFFnWWJvQllXa0N1dz09 You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please…
58th Street Library, Computer Classroom (not wheelchair accessible)
Online Only
Adults