Today's Events for Children at NYPL

LEGO Table Time (Richmondtown Library)

Richmondtown Library, Second Floor
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:00 am

Play at our LEGO table Wednesday-Saturday from 10:00am-1:00pm in our early literacy corner! For Children* ages 0-5 and their caregivers.* Large LEGOS only.

Family JAMboree (Charleston Library)

Charleston Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:00 am

This program will take place in person at Charleston Library.Join us for a fun-filled music and movement program! Music and movement can help to develop a lot of essential skills, including fine and gross motor skills and direction following. Family JAMboree has fun songs, dances, music, and ...

Family STEAM: Library Builders (Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL))

Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:00 am

Come and join us for a building program. Children will have the opportunity to play with a selection of building toys which may include our LEGO, Rigamajig, Geemo, and wooden blocks collections. Please bring along a camera to take pictures of your creation! *For children ages 18 months - 12 ...

Early Literacy Open Play (Charleston Library)

Charleston Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:00 am

This program will take place in person at Charleston Library.Join us every Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday for Early Literacy Open Play in our Children's Room! Meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your ...

Music and Movement & Craft (New Dorp Library)

New Dorp Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:00 am

*This event will take place in the New Dorp Library*. Get to know other families in the neighborhood as we move and groove together! Join us for dancing, singing and movement activities for little ones and their caregivers.

Little Movers Storytime (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library, Story Hour Room
Wednesday, 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 ...

Little Movers: Playtime! (96th Street Library)

96th Street Library
Wednesday, 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.

Family Storytime (Riverdale Library)

Riverdale Library
Wednesday, 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.

Little Learners: Bilingual Birdies (English/Mandarin) (Roosevelt Island Library)

Roosevelt Island Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:15 am

This event will take place in person at the Roosevelt Island branch. Explore music and language in this 8-week series with Bilingual Birdies! Each class is taught by a live musician who teaches new vocabulary through songs, movement, dance, and puppetry. Bilingual Birdies celebrates different...

Coloring for babies and toddlers (Columbus Library)

Columbus Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:30 am

This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library.Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we color and paint with the little ones. Help them to express themselves and develop their fine motor skills through creativity.Children, ages 0-3 , with their caregivers are welcomed.

Little Movers Storytime! (Harlem Library)

Harlem Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:30 am

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 ...

Toddler Storytime (Ottendorfer Library)

Ottendorfer Library
Wednesday, 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.

Little Movers Storytime (Tottenville Library)

Tottenville Library
Wednesday, 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 f...

Little Learners: Scavenger Stories Bilingual (Spanish) Bio-Buddies / Jóvenes Aprendices: Historias de carroñeros (español) Bio-Amigos (St. Agnes Library)

St. Agnes Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:30 am

This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with...

Family Storytime with Chatham Square (Chatham Square Library)

Chatham Square Library, Children's Story Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:30 am

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. Re...

Online Little Movers Storytime (Hudson Park Library)

Online
Wednesday, April 24 - 10:30 am

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...

Little Movers: Playtime! (96th Street Library)

96th Street Library
Wednesday, 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.

Little Movers Open Play (Eastchester Library)

Eastchester Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

Join Mr. Corvino for open play with toys, music, and fellow little movers! 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.

Little Learners: Bilingual Birdies (English/Spanish) / Jóvenes Aprendices: Bilingual Birdies (Inglés/Español) (Wakefield Library)

Wakefield Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

Explore music and language in this 8-week series with Bilingual Birdies! Each class is taught by a live musician who teaches new vocabulary through songs, movement, dance, and puppetry. Bilingual Birdies celebrates different languages and cultures in a time that is very important to embrace...

Little Movers Storytime (Pelham Bay Library)

Pelham Bay Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

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...

Toddler & Preschooler Crafts:Earth Day Edition (Throg's Neck Library)

Throg's Neck Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

This event will take place in person at Throg's Neck Library.Join the Throg's Neck Library Children's staff for a fun arts and crafts program for Toddlers and Preschoolers. All materials will be provided. For ages 2-5 years old. *This program is for Toddlers (2 years old) and ...

Open Play for Babies and Toddlers (Columbus Library)

Columbus Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

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...

Story Time (Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library)

Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 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!

Little Movers Storytime (Richmondtown Library)

Richmondtown Library, Community Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

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 f...

Little Movers (Kingsbridge Library)

Kingsbridge Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

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 f...

Open Play (Kips Bay Library)

Kips Bay Library, Children's room
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

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 program for kids ages 2-11 years old and their parents/caregivers.Children love open-ended play because of the possibilities they afford them, encouraging imagination,...

Storytime Adventures in Bathgate Garden (Tremont Library)

Bathgate Community Garden
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

Join Tremont Library for storytime in the Bathgate Community Garden! We will read stories, sing songs, and explore play-filled activities.**In case of inclement weather, storytime will be held indoors at Tremont Library **

Little Learners: Lavender Blues (Morris Park Library)

Morris Park Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

Lavender Blues is an intimate music & movement class designed for babies & toddlers to develop an understanding of rhythm, music, body awareness as well as develop social skills—all while singing, dancing & having fun! We sit in a circle, sing songs, play instruments as well as march, d...

Family Storytime! (Allerton Library)

Allerton Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

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, so...

Little Movers Storytime (Mott Haven Library)

Mott Haven Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

*This event will take place in -person at the Mott Haven Library.*Join us for a live program to hear stories, sing songs and 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 ...

Little Movers (Kingsbridge Library)

Kingsbridge Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:00 am

Family Storytime (Morningside Heights Library)

Morningside Heights Library
Wednesday, 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.

Baby Lapsit Storytime (Macomb's Bridge Library)

Macomb's Bridge Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:15 am

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...

Little Movers Storytime: Fabulous Frogs (In-Person) (Mariners Harbor Library)

Mariners Harbor Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:15 am

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 ne...

Little Movers Storytime (Webster Library)

Webster Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:30 am

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...

Little Movers Storytime (Eastchester Library)

Eastchester Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:30 am

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.

Process Art Play (Pelham Bay Library)

Pelham Bay Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:30 am

This program will take place at the Pelham Bay Library.Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early learning through art and share fun ideas for creating with little ones at home. Young artists will explore colors, shapes, and more while working on motor...

Juan Bobo’s Tales (Mulberry Street Library)

Mulberry Street Library
Wednesday, 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.

MUSIC and MOVEMENT: Baby & Toddler Dance Party! (Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library)

Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:30 am

*This event will take place at the Harry Belafonte-115th St Library*.Get to know other families in the neighborhood as we move and groove together!Join us for dancing, singing and movement activities for little ones and their caregivers.

Little Learners: Teatro SEA: El Avion Music Series / Jóvenes Aprendices: Teatro SEA: El Avion Serie de música (Washington Heights Library)

Washington Heights Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:30 am

Inspired by Teatro SEA's Kids Network's Web Series El Avion The Airplane. In this music curriculum, little ones will learn lively songs that ignite their imagination, encouraging them to dream and become superheroes through their actions. Through fun-filled lessons, they will explore...

Lapsit Storytime (Prewalkers) (Bloomingdale Library)

Bloomingdale Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:30 am

This program will take place in the Children’s Room of Bloomingdale 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 p...

Infant Lapsit Storytime (Charleston Library)

Charleston Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 11:30 am

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 ...

Open Play Date (George Bruce Library)

George Bruce Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 12:00 pm

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...

Baby Lapsit: My Grown-up And I Storytime (Spuyten Duyvil Library)

Spuyten Duyvil Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 12:00 pm

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...

Little Movers Storytime (Webster Library)

Webster Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 12:30 pm

Open Play (Spuyten Duyvil Library)

Spuyten Duyvil Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 12:30 pm

Playtime in the program room! 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...

Arts & Crafts: DIY Kinetic Sand (Macomb's Bridge Library)

Macomb's Bridge Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 1:00 pm

This event will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library.Want to get your hands dirty? Come and Join us to make your DIY Kinetic Sand! Join us for fun arts & crafts and interesting adventures every week.*Registration is not required for this event.*

TWEEN CLUB! (Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library)

Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 1:30 pm

Join the Tween Club at the Harry Belafonte -115th Street library. You never know what might happen on every Monday of the month in the Tween Club room. We'll surprise you with crafts, board games, trivia or even a movie!Ages: 10-12 years

ONLINE OPEN BOOK CLUB for Kids (Charlotte's Web by E. B. White) (Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library)

Online via Google Meet
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 pm

This event will take place online via Google Meet. Did you love the book you read recently? Did you *hate* it? Take a break from your day to join the children's staff from the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library for an informal chat to share what you've been reading lately. We will be d...

STEM PROJECT: Build A Tower (Parkchester Library)

Parkchester Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 pm

STEM Project links design and technology, mathematics and science as children use problem-solving strategies and knowledge of two-dimensional and three-dimensional shapes to build their towers.

Library Con @ Van Nest (Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library)

Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 pm

Come celebrate Comic Con at the Library! WIN awesome prizes learn about the latest in comics, graphic novels, anime, manga, video games, toys, movies, and television and so much more!*Program Itinerary: * * Comic Book Crafts (Button Making, Bookmarks and Backpacks) * Comic Book Trivia * Author T...

NO SCHOOL Story & Craft Activity for Kids!!! (Westchester Square Library)

Westchester Square Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 pm

Enjoy some time at the library during Spring Break from NYC Public School! Hear a story and work on an art activity, with friends from the neighborhood. Best for ages 6-12 years. Space and supplies limited.

Coloring Club (Hamilton Grange Library)

Hamilton Grange Library
Hamilton Grange Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 pm

This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. Join us for a relaxing afternoon of coloring. Fun coloring pages will be provided, or simply get creative and color freely. All materials will be provided. Sign up for the biweekly NYPL Kids e-newsletter [1] to get information on free c...

STEAM Time (Washington Heights Library)

Washington Heights Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 pm

Join us every Wednesday at the Washington Heights Library as we explore Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math through creative projects, games, and toys. Ideal for kids 5 and up.Sign up for the NYPL Kids e-newsletter [1] to get information on upcoming author talks and events happening at ...

Craft Club (Woodstock Library)

Woodstock Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:00 pm

*This event will take place in person at Woodstock Library*. Let's get crafty! Kids will engage in hands-on activities using craft materials and their imagination. What can you create? *April 10: /Water Color Flowers/*These watercolor flowers are so fun and easy for kids to make, they will wan...

Kid's Spring Break at Baychester! (Baychester Library)

Baychester Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 2:30 pm

Join the staff from Baychester Library for "Baychester Library Beach Day" to celebrate spring break! We will make sand art bottles and other sea themed crafts, play games, provide snacks and give-aways as well as have a beach themed photo-op station to take polaroid mini-pictures.

International Children's Film Festival (St. Agnes Library)

St. Agnes Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This program will be in person at St Agnes Library. Let your imagination take the wheel with these short films. Whether dreaming up the fantastical, like a spider’s goal to capture the moon, or the practical, like a young animator’s future stardom, these shorts are sure to enchant and delight all audie...

Huguenot Park Pokémon Trainer Academy (Huguenot Park Library)

Huguenot Park Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This event is in person. This event is held every Wednesday in April. Do you want to learn how to play the Pokemon trading card game? Join me, Professor LuLo, as we go over the mechanics of such things as how to understand the Pokemon card and the power that's inside! How to build a Pokemon dec...

St George Garden Club (St. George Library Center)

St. George Library Center
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

Spring is here! Join us for a garden tour. We'll learn about plant life cycles and share some spring gardening tips.

Kids STEAM: Paper Helicopters (Columbus Library)

Columbus Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library.Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we create our own paper helicopters while learning some basics about the physics of flying.Children, ages 3-13 , with their caregivers are welcomed.

Kids French Club (Yorkville Library)

Yorkville Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

Join staff at the Yorkville Library for our Kids French Club! We will be talking, singing, and sharing en français. This is a great opportunity for your child to practice their French in a warm and welcoming environment.For ages 5-12.** Space is limited to 12 children plus caregivers. ***** Please ...

Board Game Hour! (West New Brighton Library)

West New Brighton Library, Main Floor
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This program will be held indoors at the West New Brighton Library. Join Staff for some spring time games as we interact and stratagize while having lots of fun. This program is for children 5 years old plus family member who are interested.

Family Fun Hour (Jerome Park Library)

Jerome Park Library, Community Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This program will take place onsite at Jerome Park Library.Join us every Wednesday for an hour of family fun activities. Children, teens and parents will have the opportunity to play Nintendo, board games, Uno, an art & craft activity and/or a STEAM game together as a family. This is a family f...

Pre-K Storytime (Bloomingdale Library)

Bloomingdale Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library.Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, crafts, and fun, as we help your child get ready to read and prepare for school. For preschool-aged children, or those for whom a preschool-aged program is developmentally appropriate.*Please note:...

Robot Builders (Morris Park Library)

Morris Park Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

Signature STEAM enrichment class for kids ages 6 and up conducted by the Brooklyn Robot Foundry. Children will build, decorate and take home a fun, hands-on project. They will be introduced to basic concepts in engineering and circuitry while allowing them to express themselves creatively.Limited ...

CRAFTERNOONS! (Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library)

Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This event will take place in-person at the 115th-Harry Belafonte Library.Join us for an afternoon of creativity and fun!

Children's STEAM: Word Games and Puzzles Hangout (Riverdale Library)

Riverdale Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

Join us for a different activity every week that will exercise our creativity and make us laugh, while also using our brains.

Board Game Day (Van Cortlandt Library)

Van Cortlandt Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Van Cortlandt Library.Join us in the children's room for an afternoon of laughter, fun, and friendly competition at our family game day. Play classic board games like Connect 4, Candy Land, Chutes and Ladders, and more.

Kids' Art Table (Roosevelt Island Library)

Roosevelt Island Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:15 pm

This event will take place in person at the Roosevelt Island branch. Art in the Community Room every Wednesday at 3:15. Ages 3 to 12.

Stay Calm & Color (Morrisania Library)

Morrisania Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

*This event will take place in person at the Morrisania Library. *Come and socialize with others in our community while we color together. Coloring is a great educational tool to engage children of any age; coloring and drawing improves fine motor skills, encourages and improves focus, assists with...

Creative Writing Workshop For Kids (Kingsbridge Library)

Kingsbridge Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

Kids! Come to the Kingsbridge Library where will will use our imaginations (and maybe some prompts) to write a short narrative story!

Makerspace Tinker Hour (Francis Martin Library)

Francis Martin Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

Join us for Makerspace Tinker Hour at 3:30pm to create various STEAM projects.

Family Movie Matinee (Dongan Hills Library)

Dongan Hills Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

This event will take place in person at Dongan Hills Library.Come watch a surprise family-friendly movie in our children's room! Ages 5-12

Little Scientists (New Amsterdam Library)

New Amsterdam Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam Library. Join us as we introduce various science topics adapted for young children. Each week we will explore a different science topic alongside a hands-on activity or craft. Limited to 18 children. For ages 4 and up with parent/caregiver.

Hometown Heroes: Teddy Bear Clinic with LuxMed Urgent Care (Eastchester Library)

Eastchester Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

Come meet LuxMed Urgent Care at Eastchester Library! LuxMed will discuss community health and safety, the role of urgent cares, how to become a medical professional, and simple medical practices like checking a pulse and applying a bandage. Children will have the opportunity to try out their new...

Paint Party! (Sedgwick Library)

Sedgwick Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Library. Join us for some painting fun! All paint supplies will be provided. For ages 4 & up.

Retro Video Games (Wakefield Library)

Wakefield Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

This event will take place in person at the Wakfield Library. Get your game on! Join us in playing some old school games. Test your skills and join in on some friendly competition! All supplies are provided, just bring your A-game and willingness to try new things! This event takes place in person. ...

Drop-in Crafternoon (Mulberry Street Library)

Mulberry Street Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

This event will take place in person at Mulberry Street Branch. Drop in from 3:30 - 5 PM to make a fun craft in the Community Room on LL2; all supplies will be provided. For ages 4+. No registration is required.

Preschool Story and Craft Time (Ottendorfer Library)

Ottendorfer Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 3:30 pm

Join us for some new and classic picture books and a creative craft. Ages 3-6.

Online: Spanish Workshop for Children (Bronx Library Center)

Online
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

This program is being online. Hola amigos! Have you been wanting to practice some Spanish and share what you have learned with your friends?! Join this program to practice beginners Spanish!/This program is intended for kids ages 5-12. //*Registration is required. */

Kids Bingo! (Richmondtown Library)

Richmondtown Library, Community Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Richmondtown library.Join us for a few rounds of BINGO and win a prize!This event is first come first served, please sign up at the children's information desk when you arrive the day of the event *after 2:00pm.**For children ages 5-12 with ...

Game On!: Video Games (George Bruce Library)

George Bruce Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

Challenge yourself, your friends, and meet other kids in the neighborhood as you play fun games on our Nintendo Switch at this in-person hour! Recommended for children ages 5 and up.

Read & Make Wednesdays! (Harlem Library)

Harlem Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the Harlem Library. Join us for this after-school program where we explore our collection and take on creative crafts or activities inspired by the books we share. Recommended for kids ages 5-12.

Art History 4 Kids! (Seward Park Library)

Seward Park Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

Ever wonder how to paint like Vincent van Gogh or collage like Matisse? Stop by for a brief history of a famous artist and enjoy a craft in their style.All materials are provided.For children ages 6-12.

Mindfulness Café: Retro Game Edition (Van Cortlandt Library)

Van Cortlandt Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

"This event will take place in person at Van Cortlandt Library."Enjoy an afternoon of retro gaming. Come in and test your skills against your peers while learning and discussing the history of vintage games. Discover what the Library offers NYC teens [1], including TeenLIVE events, ...

Kids Crafternoon: Bird Seed Feeder (Edenwald Library)

Edenwald Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

Create a bird feeder to attract beautiful birds to your home and neighborhood! All supplies provided.

Little Movers Storytime (Battery Park City Library)

Battery Park City Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

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 ...

Fun with Phonics (New Dorp Library)

New Dorp Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

This event will take place in person at the New Dorp Library!Children ages 3-8 are invited to the New Dorp Library's Children's section to play with Phonics games and cards with our staff and other patrons!

Pajama Storytime (Grand Concourse Library)

Grand Concourse Library, Children's Room
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

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 ani...

Kids Crafternoon (Tremont Library)

Tremont Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

This event will take place in person at Tremont Library. Join us for this after-school program as we explore our collection and take on creative crafts or activities inspired by the books we share. Recommended for kids ages 5-12.

Family Storytime (Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library)

Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 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. *

Virtual Comics Workshops for Ages 5-12 (53rd Street Library)

Online
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

Join us each Wednesday to draw together on Google Meets! Each week, we'll talk about a concept or a theme-- sometimes technical skills, and sometimes silly prompts. Then we'll draw and share our art through the screen. Join from home or from the car-- just have something to draw...

Kids STEAM: Stories and Science! (Stapleton Library)

Stapleton Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

This event will take place in person at Stapleton Library. Come explore S.T.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) with us through stories and hands on activities.

CANCELED - R.E.A.D. with a Therapy Dog (Tompkins Square Library)

Tompkins Square Library, Second Floor
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:00 pm

The April 24 Therapy Dog Program Has Been Canceled. If this event is rescheduled, it will posted on the Events Calendar. Apologies!! Dogs can’t read but they can be great listeners! Enjoy individual no-pressure reading time with a licensed therapy dog.Children can sign up to read approximately 15 mi...

Family Storytime (Macomb's Bridge Library)

Macomb's Bridge Library
Wednesday, April 24 - 4:15 pm

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 re...