Classes & Workshops

This workshop will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304. Join us for a four-part workshop in which attendees will learn the Arabic alphabet, with emphasis on the Naskh style. Participants will learn the history and variations of the alphabet, will practice writing Arabic letters, and learn how to write their names. Materials will be provided. No prior drawing or language experience is necessary. Please register for each session separately (dates…

This program will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), 5th Floor, Room 504. Join Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff for our monthly series of computer classes for beginners. This week's topic is: Using a Mouse. Participants will: Learn about the standard parts of a mouse. Review standard mouse 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 th…

Stop by SNFL Room 624 and print out your resume, in preparation for NYPL’s 2024 Job Fair & Expo. Up to five copies of your resume can be printed. Only black and white documents will be printed. No registration is necessary to print out your resume, but please read the instructions below so that we can have your resume ready for printing when you come in! PLEASE READ: Instructions for printing your resume during these sessions: Update your resume, and save in your preferred format…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. This class will cover creating multiple Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts, and Slicers, and combining them into one interactive worksheet that we call a Dashboard. This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to read and write to files in Python. We will also learn how to work more efficiently with CSV file using Python's CSV module.

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/87573234251?pwd=TU5JVzNob2lmNXUrRjd6Sk1RWVBNZz09 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 wit…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th floor, Room 602. HIGH BEGINNER English 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, 3-5 PM: May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 June 6, 13, 20 NO registration needed! Come to the classes! Come to 6 of these classes - get a certificate!

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…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. Create your own website using Google Sites. Learn how to use templates to create a site or create a site from scratch. You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

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…

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…

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…

Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn the basics of the interface and get started creating your own digital art in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided. Additionally, learn about how you can participate in our Books for All Digital Art Challenge!

This event will take in place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Room 304. Learn Mandarin with an experienced instructor using the Mango Languages database. The class will be held on the third floor in room 304, and registration for each class is required. Programs are subject to change or cancellation. If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Hungyun Chang (hungyunchang@nypl.org).

Stop by SNFL Room 624 and print out your resume, in preparation for NYPL’s 2024 Job Fair & Expo. Up to five copies of your resume can be printed. Only black and white documents will be printed. No registration is necessary to print out your resume, but please read the instructions below so that we can have your resume ready for printing when you come in! PLEASE READ: Instructions for printing your resume during these sessions: Update your resume, and save in your preferred format…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. Advanced Level English 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, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!

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…

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…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library and online via Google Meet. Aprann Kreyòl is a basic/intermediate level course for those interested in learning and practicing the Haitian Creole language. This session is level II and preferably for those who have taken the previous beginner level at SNFL in the winter/spring - however, all levels are welcome. Summer 2024 Aprann Kreyòl Dates: May 3 June 7 May 10…

REGISTER NOW! Join TechConnect for a celebration of video games during our inaugural Game Day! Attend panel discussions and listen to guest speakers from creators and developers in the gaming industry, join workshops on streaming and narrative game design, or challenge your friends to a few rounds of Mario Kart! Representatives from the City College of New York and Hostos Community College will share information about their associate's and bachelor's game development programs, displays from…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. This class will cover how to customize charts to better visualize informations, as well as the pros and cons of various chart types. Topics include : Formatting charts, adding and customizing chart elements, creating mixed charts, chart analysis tools, and sparklines. 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 w…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). Interested in becoming a UI or UX Designer? Check out Figma -- a free, easy-to-use, web-based rapid-prototyping design tool. During this class, we will create a music player prototype together. While we will cover the basics of using Figma, previous experience with using Figma is recommended.

This workshop will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304. Join us for a four-part workshop in which attendees will learn the Arabic alphabet, with emphasis on the Naskh style. Participants will learn the history and variations of the alphabet, will practice writing Arabic letters, and learn how to write their names. Materials will be provided. No prior drawing or language experience is necessary. Please register for each session separately (dates…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn how to trace images and use layer masks in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided. Additionally, learn about how you can participate in our Books for All Digital Art Challenge!

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th floor, Room 602. English 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! Mondays, 2-4 PM, May 6, 13, 20 (no class May 27) NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. This class will cover Pivot Tables, a powerful tool used to analyze relationships between data. We will cover setting up data for use in Pivot Tables, how to format results, filtering techniques, and interactive elements. 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.

This event is online only. || 本活動僅限線上參與。 This event is in Mandarin only. || 本課程僅以中文授課。 Must register with a valid email address. || 必須使用有效的電子郵件地址進行註冊。 Discover how to create professional graphics for social media, presentations, business cards, and more using this free online platform! 探索如何使用這個免費的線上平台製作專業的社交媒體圖像、演示文稿、名片等圖形！ You will receive an email 11am on the day of the class with the virtual class link. 您將在課程當日上午11點收到一封電子郵件，其中包含虛擬課程的連結。…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). 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.

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 peers and an engineer. 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…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. This class will cover creating multiple Pivot Tables, Pivot Charts, and Slicers, and combining them into one interactive worksheet that we call a Dashboard. 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.

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. Intermediate Level English 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! Mondays, May 6, 13, 20 (no class May 27). NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to use and navigate the world’s most popular smartphone, the iPhone! You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class.

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a full name and valid email address. Learn how and when to use Adobe Premiere Pro's editing tools to improve your video editing workflow. This class is part of the media & production classes offered at studio40. To learn more, visit https://bit.ly/3EClkVk You will receive an email the day of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experien…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. Intermediate Level English 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, May 7, 14, 21, 28. NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (455 Fifth Avenue, New York, NY 10016), 1st Floor, Corner Space. ¡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 and advanced level. You don't need a library card to register, only an email address. Register for each session you wish to attend. May 7, 2024…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. Advanced Level English 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, May 14, 21, 28 (no class May 7). NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!

Embark on an exciting journey into the world of digital arts! The Introduction To The Media Lab is a course where teens get to learn about all the events, gear, and software available to them in our SNFL Teen Center Media Lab. Teens will also be given demonstrations for portrait photography setups, 3D printing, and info on how to access self guided software tutorials in Adobe applications. Software Includes: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Premiere Pro, Illustrator, After Effects etc.) Un…

Looking to enhance your recordings? Our Advanced Recording Studio Techniques: Drum Recording program is the perfect fit for you! This program is exclusively designed for Recording Studio Card holders who want to take their recordings to the next level. In this program, you'll learn: The appropriate use of different microphones for various drum sounds and styles How to properly check phase alignment in all of the microphones used for drum recording How to effectively route signal through o…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Room 303. OMG! Origami at SNFL is a group for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami - an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws. We meet as a group to teach eac…

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