Events

The Library is here to help you learn and connect with your community through our wide array of free events, programs, classes, book clubs, and more. Please check listings to confirm if a program is in-person, online, or outdoors.

If you have any questions about the events listed below, please contact the branch for more information. See here for service updates at the Library.

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76 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 3:30 PM
STEAM
Join staff from Jerome Park Library for the following exciting, hands-on STEAM programs dedicated to learning about matter; the layers of the sun and earth; the phases of the moon; and chemical reactions that repel rockets. HYPOTHEkids is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, Math) education and youth skills development 501(c)3 non-profit with a mission to provide underserved New York City students with hands-on experiences that spark their curiosity, help them see themse…
Jerome Park Library, Community RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 3:30 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person at Jerome Park Library. Join staff from Jerome Park Library for the following exciting, hands-on STEAM programs dedicated to learning about matter; the layers of the sun and earth; the phases of the moon; and chemical reactions that repel rockets. HYPOTHEkids is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, Math) education and youth skills development 501(c)3 non-profit with a mission to provide underserved New York City students with hands-o…
Jerome Park Library, Community RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 3:30 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person at Jerome Park Library. Join staff from Jerome Park Library for the following exciting, hands-on STEAM programs dedicated to learning about matter; the layers of the sun and earth; the phases of the moon; and chemical reactions that repel rockets. HYPOTHEkids is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, Math) education and youth skills development 501(c)3 non-profit with a mission to provide underserved New York City students with hands-o…
Jerome Park Library, Community RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 3:30 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person at Jerome Park Library. Join staff from Jerome Park Library for the following exciting, hands-on STEAM programs dedicated to learning about matter; the layers of the sun and earth; the phases of the moon; and chemical reactions that repel rockets. HYPOTHEkids is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Design, Math) education and youth skills development 501(c)3 non-profit with a mission to provide underserved New York City students with hands-o…
Jerome Park Library, Community RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join staff from the [insert library/libraries] for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program
Wakefield LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join staff from Washington Heights for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program dedicated to magnets. Make your own magnetic wooly face toy! Supplies are limited. First come first served.
Washington Heights LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join the Wakefield Young Adult Staff in creating fun and engaging crafts! Teens will be able to learn a new skill and make and take home their designs! All supplies provided, just bring your imagination and willingness to try new things! This event takes place in person. No registration required.
Wakefield LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in-person at the Bronx Library Center. Join us for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! For children ages 6-12 who love to create and innovate new ideas and techniques. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required.
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, June 1
@ 3 PM
STEAM
Join staff from the Pelham Bay Library for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program! All Materials will be provided. This month we will celebrate Pride month with activities inspired by the LGBTQIA+ Community!
Pelham Bay LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, June 1
@ 3:30 PM
STEAM
Join the librarian's from Mosholu as we introduce our NEW STEAM Discovery Kits to the teens. We will be exploring the different kits and each kit is available for check out! What Is STEAM? STEAM is short for Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. STEAM activities and programs are an excellent opportunity to introduce concepts and promote skills that can set you up for creative, scientific, and collaborative thinking now and in the future. The New York Public Library offers lots of…
Mosholu LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Fri, June 2
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This session will take place in person at the Castle Hill Library! Come have some friendly competition with your friends on the Nintendo Switch and PS4.
Castle Hill LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Fri, June 2
@ 4 PM
STEAM
This event is online only. Join staff from 58th Street Library via Google Meet as we learn a recipe and make a craft together. For children ages 7-10 who love to create and innovate whether that's in the kitchen or at the crafting table. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join. *This event involves making a snack and craft at home! A list of ingredients and tools needed will be provided beforehand.* Participation limited to 10 child participants. Each…
Online via Google Hangouts MeetChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, June 3
@ 2 PM
STEAM
Show off your creativity and and build your critical thinking skills using a variety of materials to make something fun!
Todt Hill-Westerleigh LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, June 3
@ 2 PM
STEAM
Come to the Westchester Square branch to take part in a STEAM program tailor made for toddlers and preschoolers. We will combine some hands-on art with science for a fun time on Saturday afternoon. For Ages 2-5 accompanied by a guardian. Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. Learn more about our health and safety policies. Sign up for the NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on upcoming author talks and events happening at the Library and online. Get updates on online programming,…
Westchester Square Library, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Tue, June 6
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person. Join staff from the Clason's Point library for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to science activities. Which HypotheKids activity made the top three? Come in and find out! Ages 5-12 with parent/caregiver. Limit 12 Junior Scientists. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Únase al personal de la biblioteca de Clason's Point para un programa práctico y emocionante dedicado a las actividades científicas. ¿Qué actividad de HypotheKids quedó entre la…
Clason's Point Library
In Person
Children,

School Age (5-12 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Tue, June 6
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join the Wakefield Young Adult Staff in playing your favorite Nintendo Switch 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.
Wakefield LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, June 6
@ 4 PM
STEAM
This program will take place in person at Westchester Square. Slime-making is back at Westchester Square! Come join us and explore the properties of slime. Space and supplies are limited. 12-child maximum. For ages 7-12 years. 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian. Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. Learn more about our health and safety policies. Sign up for the NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on upcoming author talks and events happening at the Library…
Westchester Square Library, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Wed, June 7
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join staff from Washington Heights for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program dedicated to stars. Make your own glow-in-the-dark constellation! Supplies are limited. First come first served.
Washington Heights LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Fri, June 9
@ 2 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person at Pelham Parkway-Van Nest Library. Everyone, start your engines! We want to know who can burn the most rubber. Go out for a spin, hurl some shells, and more in a FREE Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Tournament. Battle your friends and neighbors to see who comes out on top! Tournament is for children and teens, ages 8-17. Participants must arrive by start time to participate. Registration required and will begin two weeks before program.
Pelham Parkway-Van Nest LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years),

Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Fri, June 9
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This session will take place in person at the Castle Hill Library! Come have some friendly competition with your friends on the Nintendo Switch and PS4.
Castle Hill LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Mon, June 12
@ 11 AM
STEAM
Welcome to our STEAM science club for little munchkins! Explore science based fun and hands-on experiments. From fizzing science to experimenting with sugar crystals and elephant toothpaste, little munchkins will explore open-ended ways to develop science skills with simple household ingredients. *STEAM is an interactive program designed for new walkers, toddlers, and/or children at this development stage. Toddlers will have many opportunities for skill building and social -emotional learning…
Huguenot Park Library
In-person I On-site
Children,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Parents/Caregivers
Tue, June 13
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person. Join staff from the Clason's Point library for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to science activities. Which HypotheKids activity made the top three? Come in and find out! Ages 5-12 with parent/caregiver. Limit 12 Junior Scientists. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Únase al personal de la biblioteca de Clason's Point para un programa práctico y emocionante dedicado a las actividades científicas. ¿Qué actividad de HypotheKids quedó entre la…
Clason's Point Library
In Person
Children,

School Age (5-12 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Tue, June 13
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join the Wakefield Young Adult Staff in playing your favorite Nintendo Switch 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.
Wakefield LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, June 13
@ 4:15 PM
STEAM
Are you looking for a meaningful activity to teach youngsters about and commemorate Flag Day? Then join us for an educational and engaging Flag Day program! The program includes an American Flag themed storytime and craft! Ages 5-11 *Space is limited. First come first served. Parental Supervision Required. Parental Assistance May be Required. This program will take place in person.
In personChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, June 14
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person. Join staff from the Clason's Point Library for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program dedicated to make learning fun. The Summer is upon us, but learning should not end. Come and play with fun, educational games to get you going through the Summer. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Únase al personal de Clason's Point Library para un programa STEAM emocionante y práctico dedicado a hacer que el aprendizaje sea divertido. El verano está sobre nosotros, p…
In PersonChildren,

School Age (5-12 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, June 14
@ 4 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in-person at the Bronx Library Center. Join us for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! For children ages 6-12 who love to create and innovate new ideas and techniques. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required.
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Wed, June 14
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join staff from Washington Heights for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program dedicated to stars. Make your own constellation light box ! Supplies are limited. First come first served.
Washington Heights LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, June 15
@ 3 PM
STEAM
Join staff from the Pelham Bay Library for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program! All Materials will be provided. This month we will celebrate Pride month with activities inspired by the LGBTQIA+ Community!
Pelham Bay LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Fri, June 16
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This session will take place in person at the Castle Hill Library! Come have some friendly competition with your friends on the Nintendo Switch and PS4.
Castle Hill LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Fri, June 16
@ 4 PM
STEAM
This event is online only. Join staff from 58th Street Library via Google Meet as we learn a recipe and make a craft together. For children ages 7-10 who love to create and innovate whether that's in the kitchen or at the crafting table. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join. *This event involves making a snack and craft at home! A list of ingredients and tools needed will be provided beforehand.* Participation limited to 10 child participants. Each…
Online via Google Hangouts MeetChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, June 17
@ 2 PM
STEAM
Show off your creativity and and build your critical thinking skills using a variety of materials to make something fun!
Todt Hill-Westerleigh LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Tue, June 20
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person. Join staff from the Clason's Point library for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to science activities. Which HypotheKids activity made the top three? Come in and find out! Ages 5-12 with parent/caregiver. Limit 12 Junior Scientists. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Únase al personal de la biblioteca de Clason's Point para un programa práctico y emocionante dedicado a las actividades científicas. ¿Qué actividad de HypotheKids quedó entre la…
Clason's Point Library
In Person
Children,

School Age (5-12 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Tue, June 20
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join the Wakefield Young Adult Staff in playing your favorite Nintendo Switch 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.
Wakefield LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, June 20
@ 4:15 PM
STEAM
This program will take place in person. Join Tottenville Library staff for a sensory themed program dedicated to play! While reading, singing, and interacting with learning materials can be a valuable way of learning, nothing beats sensory play for young children! Join us for a sensory learning experience for children that will allow them to explore various, tactile educational materials and take part in beneficial activities like stacking, building, balancing, etc! Craft time included. Adult A…
In personChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, June 21
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in person. Join staff from the Clason's Point Library for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program dedicated to make learning fun. The Summer is upon us, but learning should not end. Come and play with fun, educational games to get you going through the Summer. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Únase al personal de Clason's Point Library para un programa STEAM emocionante y práctico dedicado a hacer que el aprendizaje sea divertido. El verano está sobre nosotros, p…
In PersonChildren,

School Age (5-12 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, June 21
@ 3:30 PM
STEAM
Join staff from West Farms Library for an exciting hands on STEAM program dedicated to learning the layers of the sun. Limited to 15 participants.
West Farms LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Wed, June 21
@ 4 PM
STEAM
Join staff from Washington Heights for an exciting, hands-on STEAM program dedicated to our own Milky Way Galaxy. Make your own galaxy pinwheel! Supplies are limited. First come first served.
Washington Heights LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, June 22
@ 4 PM
STEAM
This program will take place in person at the Mariners Harbor Library. Join us for a hands-on STEAM program all about our favorite colorful candy: Skittles! In this program, we will conduct a delicious Skittles experiment together exploring solutions, solvents, and the concept of diffusion. Registration required. Please register in person or by phone at 212-621-0690. Limit 15 children. Recommended for children ages 5-12.
Mariners Harbor LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Fri, June 23
@ 3 PM
STEAM
This session will take place in person at the Castle Hill Library! Come have some friendly competition with your friends on the Nintendo Switch and PS4.
Castle Hill LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, June 24
@ 2 PM
STEAM
This program will take place in person at Westchester Square. Slime-making is back at Westchester Square! Come join us and explore the properties of slime. Space and supplies are limited. 12-child maximum. For ages 7-12 years. 6 and under must be accompanied by an adult guardian. Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. Learn more about our health and safety policies. Sign up for the NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on upcoming author talks and events happening at the Library…
Westchester Square Library, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)