Events

This event will take place in person at Harry Belafonte- 115th Library Looking for a space to knit or crochet and meet fellow crafters? Join us to chat, connect and craft! Bring your projects, ideas, and materials. Some experience is required, as no instruction will be provided.

This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of multiple-aged children. Storytime is a program for parents / caregivers and their children. Both the parent / caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program. When registering for this p…

This is an online event. Come and discuss with the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library staff for a TedEd Talk. TED Circles are an open platform for small groups that engage in conversations about ideas. Together, we will watch the TED Talk, ' How is power divided in the United States government?' - Belinda Stutzman After the short TED Talk screening, we will discuss how Belinda Stutzman analyzes the three branches of government established by the US Constitution, focusing on their powers an…

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Children ages 5 and older are invited to get creative and build while meeting other LEGO fans! We have Duplo LEGOs for the very young, and regular LEGOs for everyone else! LEGO books are available to borrow. Ages 5 - 12 years.

Join us for a screening and discussion of Hamtramck, USA. Once a city that was 90% Polish, Hamtramck, Michigan became the first Muslim majority city in America. This film documents election season as a new wave of immigrants aims to gain representation in city hall. If you are unable to attend, you can stream the film on your own! Here's how: all NYPL cardholders have access to the film streaming platform Projectr. Unlock this collection of acclaimed and award-winning independent films, docume…

Did you know? There is a social work student intern at this branch to help you find assistance with housing, employment, food security, healthcare, short-term shelter, childcare and more. During the listed hours you can drop-in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served). You can also visit or call the branch (212-666-9393) to make an appointment.

This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books led by members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of multiple-aged. Storytime is a program for parents / caregivers and their children. Both the parent / caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the prog…

Led by an experienced educator from the National Museum of Mathematics, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Each week, children will learn about shapes, patterns, numbers, and time! For children ages 3-5. Limited to 15 families. Programs are first come first served. Please arrive on time. We may not be able to accommodate…

Did you know? There is a social work student intern at this branch to help you find assistance with housing, employment, food security, healthcare, short-term shelter, childcare and more. During the listed hours you can drop-in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served). You can also visit or call the branch (212-666-9393) to make an appointment.

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person family storytime program with songs, rhymes, and your favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with multiple-aged children.

This event will take place in-person at the 115th-Harry Belafonte Library. Join us for a playdate! Babies, toddlers and their parents / caregivers will take part in a variety of activities which support early literacy skills. Toys will be provided. Please note that this is not a structured program and that children must be supervised at all times. For children ages 6 months to 3 years. No registration is required.

This program counts towards NYPL VIPs. Exercise your civic muscles by coming to our craftivism and letter writing program! Get creative by making a poster, pin, zine, or sticker about an issue you care about and/or write a letters to your elected officials. Materials will be provided, but the ideas are all yours.

Did you know? There is a social work student intern at this branch to help you find assistance with housing, employment, food security, healthcare, short-term shelter, childcare and more. During the listed hours you can drop-in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served). You can also visit or call the branch (212-666-9393) to make an appointment.

This event will take place in person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street 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 new walkers, toddlers / or children at this developmental stage.

This class will take place in person at the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. Tuesdays in April from 12-1:30pm: 4/2, 4/9, 4/16, and 4/30. Please note: there will be NO CLASS on 4/23. 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…

Did you know? There is a social work student intern at this branch to help you find assistance with housing, employment, food security, healthcare, short-term shelter, childcare and more. During the listed hours you can drop-in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served). You can also visit or call the branch (212-666-9393) to make an appointment.

Reading keeps us connected. Join us for a neighborhood book club at the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library! The New York Public Library continues partnering with WNYC to present a book club experience! Each month, we will read a new title leading up to a live conversation, in-person or online, with the author and Alison Stewart, host of WNYC's All of It. This book club will take place ONLINE at the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. The April title is Stephen Graham Jones' My Hea…

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 at our weekly STEAM Crafts and Chat workshop.

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

This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of multiple-aged children. Storytime is a program for parents / caregivers and their children. Both the parent / caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program. When registering for this p…

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Children ages 5 and older are invited to get creative and build while meeting other LEGO fans! We have Duplo LEGOs for the very young, and regular LEGOs for everyone else! LEGO books are available to borrow. Ages 5 - 12 years.

This event will take place in person at Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. Are you a maven at Monopoly? Crusher of Candyland? Totally awesome at Ticket to Ride? Dominant at dominoes? Want to dip your toe into Dungeons & Dragons? Join us weekly for our Board Game Bonanza.

This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books led by members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of multiple-aged. Storytime is a program for parents / caregivers and their children. Both the parent / caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the prog…

Applying to jobs? Joining the workforce after school? Attend this online workshop to learn about your rights in the workplace. Leave feeling empowered about right to work laws, paid time off and family leave, wage theft, and other topics. This event is online only.

Led by an experienced educator from the National Museum of Mathematics, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Each week, children will learn about shapes, patterns, numbers, and time! For children ages 3-5. Limited to 15 families. Programs are first come first served. Please arrive on time. We may not be able to accommodate…

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person family storytime program with songs, rhymes, and your favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with multiple-aged children.

This event will take place in-person at the 115th-Harry Belafonte Library. Join us for a playdate! Babies, toddlers and their parents / caregivers will take part in a variety of activities which support early literacy skills. Toys will be provided. Please note that this is not a structured program and that children must be supervised at all times. For children ages 6 months to 3 years. No registration is required.

This event will take place in person at Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. This program counts towards NYPL VIPs. Connect to the living history of the land we now call home. Honoring Lenapehoking is a 13 years and older program for learning about pre-colonized New York and the food and medicinal plants gathered for millennia on what today is our West Harlem block.

This event will take place in person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street 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 new walkers, toddlers / or children at this developmental stage.

This class will take place in person at the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. Tuesdays in May from 12-1:30pm: 5/7, 5/14, 5/21 and 5/28 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 Oth…

This event will take place online via Google Meet. Looking for help with finding employment? We are here to help! Learn about what tools to use to find job vacancies. In this workshop, you will learn how to improve or update your resume and cover letter. Learn different tips to land the job during the interview. Registration required.

This event will take place in person at Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. Using the manga artform to create stories and characters of diversity, empowerment, and tolerance. Creating new worlds that are fair, diverse and fun, we learn how to use cartooning and Manga to make the world a better place. One-shot workshop that focuses on how to make comics the right and fair way. Ivan Velez is a teaching artist for the New York Public Library and the Bronx Museum of the Arts. His work has been i…

This event will take place in person at the Harry Belafonte - 115th Street 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 to sit with your child on your lap. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers.

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

This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of multiple-aged children. Storytime is a program for parents / caregivers and their children. Both the parent / caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program. When registering for this p…

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Children ages 5 and older are invited to get creative and build while meeting other LEGO fans! We have Duplo LEGOs for the very young, and regular LEGOs for everyone else! LEGO books are available to borrow. Ages 5 - 12 years.

This is an online event. Come and discuss with the Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library staff for a TedEd Talk. TED Circles are an open platform for small groups that engage in conversations about ideas. Together, we will watch the TED Talk, ' The fight for the right to vote in the United States - Nicki Beaman Griffin After the short TED Talk screening, we will discuss how in the United States today, if you are over eighteen, a citizen, and the resident of a state, you can vote (with some ex…

This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books led by members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of multiple-aged. Storytime is a program for parents / caregivers and their children. Both the parent / caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the prog…

This program counts towards NYPL VIPs. Exercise your civic muscles by coming to our craftivism and letter writing program! Get creative by making a poster, pin, zine, or sticker about an issue you care about and/or write a letters to your elected officials. Materials will be provided, but the ideas are all yours.

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person Drag Story Hour program with songs, rhymes, and your favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with multiple-aged children.