Events

*This event will take place in person at Pelham Bay Library.* Join us for an exciting and fun-filled New York Public Library-themed trivia event! Test your knowledge about the rich history, iconic locations, and fascinating facts of one of the world's most renowned library systems. Whether you're a bookworm, history buff, or just looking for a great time, this trivia challenge is perfect for all ages. Bring your family and friends, and let's celebrate the love of learning and exploration togeth…

Join the Wakefield Young Adult Staff in playing your favorite Nintendo Switch and PS5 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. No registration is required.

This is a in person event at Woodstock Library! Welcome back to the library! Come customize a new tote for all your library books this year! We will also have a book tasting of all of our new books that joined our collection while you guys were gone. As always this program is 100% free!

Discipline! Justice! Commitment! That's the code that the secret international peacekeeping force "Street Fighter" adheres to! Made up of the top martial artists from around the world, Street Fighter opposes criminal activities anywhere, at any time. Join us on Tuesday, September 17th at 4:00pm for our Kids Anime Club, where we'll be watching "Street Fighter II" Free snacks and coloring sheets will be provided to those who attend this program! All ages welcome! Rating: PG Run Time: 92 min…

Are you a fan of anime? Do you enjoy reading mangas like Dragon Ball, Jujutsu Kaisen, and more? Come join Washington Heights Library’s Anime & Manga Club as we watch our favorite anime, as well as discuss new and upcoming titles. During the month of September, we'll be highlighting the best of school life anime! For ages 13 to 18.

Hello Teens, Got the gaming move? Join us at Grand Concourse Library to Show off your skills with the controller and challenge your friends to a game in Mario Kart, Super Smash Bros and other games on the Nintendo Switch! Come and take part in our tournaments! Bring a your friends and remember, first come, first served! Snacks will be provided!

Please join us in the virtual world as we test our knowledge of Taylor Swift with a fun filled jeopardy game. Each catagory will be based on one of Taylor's albums. How much do you really know about Taylor's music? This program is best for agest 13 and up, and online registration is required. The link to join will be sent out the day before or the day of the program.

Test your wits at our library's Brain Teasers Challenge! Solve ten brain teasers, and you’ll earn a fabulous goodie bag filled with library merchandise and candy. Sharpen your mind and enjoy some sweet rewards!

This event will happen in person. Come hang out and play Mario Kart on the Nintendo Switch.

This program will be in-person. Join us for our teen chess hour, mainly for beginners. However, all levels of expertise are welcomed. We will go over basic beginner skills by watching and reviewing tutorial videos. Play one-on-one with Mosholu staff or bring a friend. You can also play against an online computer, and online players. Chess boards, chess pieces, and laptops for online play will be provided for in-program usage. No registration required. For teens age 13 - 18.

Do you want to go to college or start a new career? Are you having a hard time figuring out where to start preparing your application or resume? Do you need some assistance with all of the paperwork? Schedule a College/Career Counseling Session with us! We'll help you look for: General info about College & Career Prep Summer program search and applications Job search and applications Creating/Editing your resume Making a schol list Working on college applications Financial aid rela…

This event is taking place in person at the Mariners Harbor Library. Come play some board games or video games in the Mariners Harbor Library community room! Find a new game to explore or have a friendly competition among others! For ages 13-18

Tuesdays, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM This event is online only. We welcome learners at all levels! Bring your questions, get support for your learning goals and find out how to learn Braille for free from home. To register, please email ChanceyFleet@nypl.org or call (212) 206-5400, extension 3.

Is there a program you wish to see at the library? Let us know what ideas you have by coming to the Soundview Library's idea swap session! Bring any program ideas you'd like to see at the branch and we'll chat with you about whether or not that's possible. Any feedback and ideas are welcome!

Join us at our Open House Resource Fair at Sedgwick Library. Connect with organizations that provide direct services and resources in our community. There will be tabling to showcase library resources, library card sign ups, and giveaways.

This program will take place at the Jerome Park Library Community room. Do you know of the free resources the New York Public Library has to offer? Join us for a presentation on free library resources followed by a tour of the Jerome Park Library! Free giveaways available while supplies last.

Drop in to the Teen Room to create some art on our 3d printer!

This program will be hosted in person at the New Dorp Library. Jam out with us as we explore different genres, artists, and overall styles of music. Who knows - you might just find your new favorite artist. All adults must be accompanied by a teenager.

This event will take place in person at Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. Learn how to 3D print your own designs, express your creativity through drawing and painting, make jewelry, and more! NYPL's Teen Tech and Design team will also join to talk about using free library resources systemwide at our special Library Open House Week: STEAM Crafts and Chat workshop.

Come in and join us for an hour of fun button making session! Express yourself through creative buttons and pins using our button maker. This event will take place in person at the Pelham Parkway Van Nest Library. All supplies will be provided by the library. For all ages. Kids under 7 should be accompanied by parent/gaurdian.

This place will take place in person. Join us for a fun craft during library open house week. You can make a bookmark or decorate a pencil holder. No registration required.

Calling all gamers! Come wind down after school and join us for a fun hour of playing the Nintendo Switch and Playstation5. This program will take place every first and third Wednesday of the month.

Are you a teen who wants to learn how to play the ukulele? Do you already play and want a group to jam with? Join library staff to learn chords, songs, and techniques, or teach others what you already know! Ukuleles and felt picks provided, or bring your own instrument. For ages 13 to 19. All skill levels are welcome. No registration required.

This event will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library Teen Center. Designated time for teens to be creative with innovative gadgets.

This event will take place online. Join Pelham Parkway-Van Nest in a discussion with YA author, Ravena Guron, as they talk about her YA mystery debut novel, This Book Kills! Book Description: She wrote the perfect murder. One of her classmates carried it out. Now she's next. A compelling murder mystery set against the backdrop of an elite, isolated boarding school. Introverted scholarship student Jess writes a short story in which a man's body is found in the woods—his head bashed in with a…

This event will take place in-person at the Clason's Point Library. Join us for a screening of a surprise movie! (Rated PG.) Snacks will be provided.

This event is held in person at 67th Street Library for teens only. Looking for place to write, gain feedback, and connect with other writers? Want a bit of extra help with a tough homework assignment? Come to 67th Street's Teen Room, where we'll focus on homework and writing assignments, such as editing essays or polishing up the newest chapter of your fic.

After School STEAM: Perler Bead Pixel Art Bring pixel art to life with colorful perler beads! For kids ages 5-10. 10 tickets will be handed out in the 2nd floor children's room beginning @ 3pm.

Have questions about the college application process? Confused by the new FAFSA? Want to start a new career or get a new job? Join our drop-in 1-on-1 College/Career counseling sessions to talk with our College and Career Pathways experts about: College Applications College Essays Job Seeking Resume and Cover Letter Assistance FAFSA and TAP Applications And more! 1-on-1 Counseling sessions generally last 30 minutes at a time, with extended assistance upon request.

Come make buttons with us for Library Open House Week! For teens.

Come learn about climate change and play fun games at Soundview Library.

This event will take place at the Tompkins Square Library. Stop by the Tompkins Square Library and pick up a Mixed Media Leaf Collage Kit. The kit will include everything you need to create a one-of-a-kind collage. The kit will include instructions, card stock, cut out leaves, scrapbook paper, buttons, ribbon, adhesive gems, and a glue stick.

This is an inperson Event at the Mrrisania Library. It's Library Open House Week! Joint the Morrisnaia Teens' and Children staff for a fun afternoon of making slime ! All supplies will be provided. No registration required.

This event will take place in-person at Morningside Heights Library. Celebrate Library Open House Week by decorating free NYPL tote bags.

Celebrate Library Open House Week with us by decorating a tote bag to take home! We'll also have book giveaways to fill your bags once they're done. Discover what the Library offers NYC teens, including our newly expanded Teen Centers at select branches, TeenLIVE events, programs, book recommendations, and more.

Make your own custom stickers using our Silhouette Cameo cutter. This program will show you how to use the Silhouette studio to design your own stickers. Then print and cut them out using our Silhouette Cameo cutter. For Ages 12-18.

This event takes place in-person every Wednesday from 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm. Come to the 3rd-floor community room to watch a movie, use a laptop, play games, or simply hang out with your friends and have fun. Snacks will be provided, but you're welcome to bring your own. No Registration Required - Only for Teens Grades 6-12

This event will take place in person at the Morrisania Library. Come and join the young adult staff using modeling clay. Teens will sculpt their favorite animals and create cute and clever clay projects.

This event will take place in person. Join the YA staff at High Bridge every Wesdnesday for art projects .A variety of art projects for teens to express themselves will be available. Join us for one off projects or come back week after week to work on a larger piece. All materials will be provided.