Adults
The New York Public Library has a wide range of resources to help you learn new skills and stay connected, from technology classes to conversation groups and beyond.
New & Upcoming
Free English & Basic Literacy Classes
Strengthen your communication skills in English with beginner, intermediate, and advanced classes! Fall classes are now in session.
Creative Aging
Tap into your creative potential at Creative Aging, a series of free art workshops for older adults. Register to attend a multi-week session at branches across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
More Events for Adults
Meet your favorite author, hear a live concert, or find something new at the Library.
Technology & Computers
Discover a wide array of technology classes including basic computing, coding, photo editing, audio production, and more.
TechConnect: Free Classes & More
Find hundreds of technology classes online and in-person throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
Studio40: State-of-the-Art Recording Space at NYPL
Take classes, consult with our expert librarians, reserve workstations with digital editing and art tools—all for free.
Web Development Classes
Register for our classes on designing web pages with HTML, CSS, Swift and more.
More Technology Classes & Programs
Develop confidence in your digital skills with specialized NYPL programs that range from beginner to advanced level.
Language Classes
Practice reading, speaking, and writing in different languages with robust programming and resources at the Library!
Conversation Groups
Enjoy fun, interactive activities while chatting with other language learners from around the world.
Self-Guided Lessons
Use your library card to access Mango Languages, an interactive program with lesson plans for 71 languages.
More Language Programs
Find classes, conversation groups, and more at your local branch.
Jobs & Careers
NYPL Career Services provides essential professional development support, resources, webinars, and events for job seekers and professionals.
Career Services at NYPL
Free in-person and virtual support including coaching, resume or cover letter writing, and career development.
Resume & Job Application Support
Jump-start your job search, get resume support, and obtain the right resources to find the job you want.
Career & Resilience Coaching
Identify your career potential, skills, and interests while working with coaches to develop your career goals.
More Career Programs
Discover how you can improve your job readiness skills at our workshops, seminars, job fairs, recruitment events and more.
Creative Programming for Adults
Get Lit Book Club
Join WNYC's Alison Stewart and NYPL for a monthly "book party" featuring authors and musical performances.
Film Screenings & Talkbacks
Experience classics, hidden gems, and new feature films at local screenings and talkbacks.
Author Talks
From fiction to journalism, discover the latest releases and new ideas at the Library.
Business & Finance Resources
Virtual Consultations
Book a consultation to learn more about resources for starting or growing your small business, business and financial research, and resources for personal finance and investing.
Bloomberg Terminals
Make a reservation to use Bloomberg Terminals, which offer real-time and historical financial data on markets across the globe.
Small Business Resource Center
Start and grow your small business with the aid of resources including business plan boot camp videos and more.
Events at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center
Learn about personal finance, mutual funds, small business planning, and more.
Explore More for Adult Learners
Pasculano Learning Center
Discover a wide array of programs and resources including English-language and literacy learning, classes through our TechConnect program, and career services.
Classes & Workshops for Adults
The Library offers thousands of classes for lifelong learners at branches across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Learn something new today!
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These programs and initiatives are part of the Library’s overall commitment to our branch patrons and education programs, led by the Merryl and James Tisch Director of Branch Libraries and Education. Major support for educational programming is provided by Merryl H. and James S. Tisch.
Major support for the Library's adult literacy programs is provided by the City of New York; Lynne and Richard Pasculano; Arthur W. Koenig; The JPB Foundation; the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act, Title II funding administered through the New York State Education Department; and the Stavros Niarchos Foundation (SNF). Additional support provided by the New York State Library Coordinated Outreach Services Program; and an anonymous donor.