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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2,592 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 3:30 AM
Join us every Friday for gaming with our Nintendo Switch! Snacks will be provided.
96th Street LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 9 AM
Money Matters
The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…
Online - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

50+,

Businesspeople
Today
@ 10 AM
Did you know? The New York Public Library partners with accredited social work colleges across the city to connect you with students who can help you access vital social services, including housing, short-term shelter, food security, healthcare, and more. What We Offer: Personalized Support: Our empathetic social work intern is here to provide one-on-one consultations. Whether you're dealing with stress, family issues, or any other challenge, we're here to help. Community Resources: Gain ac…
Hamilton Grange LibraryAdults,

Families,

Immigrants,

Persons with Disabilities,

Persons Without Homes
Today
@ 10 AM
Online Reading Preferences Survey: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1tLOBjslPS5W7A2iNioD9zft02J3pGgbctgZfN2FiQR4/edit?ts=65f3c823
OnlineAdults,

Book Lovers
Today
@ 10 AM
Calling all Bridge, Mahjong, and tabletop game players! Join us in person Fridays 10-12p for two hours of gaming fun! This program is for adults ages 18+. First come first serve! **Limited to 16 People**
Riverside LibraryAdults
Today
@ 10 AM
Women's History Month
This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. For adults preparing to take the U.S. Citizenship Test in the next 1-2 years, and adult English language learners who want to improve their English by learning about American history and culture. Topic today: Understanding the N-400 Application Form - Part 2 (No problem if you didn't attend Part 1) A different topic each week! Join us for lively, interactive activities! No registration nee…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning CenterAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Today
@ 10:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at 58th Street Library. Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers visit the library for unstructured play. This is a great time for the librarian to get to know you and your little ones while also developing socialization and early literacy skills.
58th Street Library, Community Meeting Room (not wheelchair accessible)Children,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Today
@ 10:30 AM
Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active baby build important early learning skills.
Ottendorfer LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Today
@ 10:30 AM
This event will take place IN PERSON at Tompkins Square Library. 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 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in high scho…
Tompkins Square Library, Third FloorAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants,

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Today
@ 10:30 AM
Canceled
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.
Columbus LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Today
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
Little Movers Storytime! 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 neighborhood. Best for new walkers, toddlers or children at this developmental stage. Space is limited to 15 families and granted on a first-come, first-served basis.
Harlem LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Today
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library. Join us for Bilingual Storytime! We will share books, sing songs, and learn some different words and phrases in different languages. For new walkers and toddlers, 16 months - 5 yrs. Registration is not required for this event.
Macomb's Bridge LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Today
@ 11 AM
The New York Public Library partners with accredited social work colleges across the city to connect you with students who can help you access vital social services, including housing, short-term shelter, food security, healthcare, and more. During the listed hours you can drop in to meet with the student intern one-on-one (first come, first served). Monday, Wenesday and Friday 11am - 4pm Hours are subject to change or cancellation.
Harlem LibraryAdults,

50+
Today
@ 11 AM
Five Senses
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 Kitchen program for kids ages 2-11 years old and their parents/caregivers. Step into a world of imagination where little chefs can explore, create, and learn. Our program offers a vibrant play kitchen set up with utensils, pretend food, and cooking accessories. Children engage in imaginative cooking, fostering creativity, social interaction, and basic culinary skills…
Kips Bay Library, Children's roomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join us for a program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children, but caregivers with children of all ages are welcome. 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…
Columbus Library, Community RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Today
@ 11 AM
TechConnect
This event will take place in person at the Chatham Square Library in the Community Room. 本課程在Chatham Square圖書館community room 現場授課 This class is taught in Chinese only || 本課程僅以中文授課。 Immerse yourself in the world of computers and unlock a range of essential digital tools in this hands-on class! Gain a comprehensive understanding of computer systems, file management, and cloud platforms. Master key computer applications such as email, Microsoft Office, and Google Suite. By the end of this cl…
Chatham Square Library, Community RoomAdults
Today
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
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…
Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
Online Only
Children,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 11:30 AM
This event will take place in person at Tompkins Square Library. Come on down to Tompkins Square's Baby Karaoke! Dance and sing to music across all genres, from Whitney Houston to Willie Nelson. We know you hear Baby Shark 20 times a day--we highly encourage caregivers to request kid-friendly grown up songs along with your kiddos' requests! For kids 0-5, no registration required. Note: this branch has one flight of stairs before entering the first floor, after which the elevator can be use…
Tompkins Square Library, BasementChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Today
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
Enjoy playtime in the Children's Room at Macomb's Bridge Library! Our warm and inviting space allows you and your child to play, and socialize with others in the community. A great way to meet other babies, parents and caretakers. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. It is not a structured program. You must supervise your children at all times. To ensure the health and safety of the public and our staff, all visitors must adhere to NYPL’s health and safety policies. Le…
Macomb's Bridge LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Families
Today
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child's learning through play! Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. It is not a structured program. Sign up for the biweekly NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on free children's programs, upcoming author talks, and more happening at th…
Hamilton Grange LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Today
@ 12 PM
Careers, Jobs, Small Business Seminars
Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…
Online - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Today
@ 1 PM
Synopsis Reese Witherspoon plays Thackeray's plucky 19th-century heroine Becky Sharp, an orphan who makes her way to the top of London society. Bland adaptation lacks the novel's social criticism. James Purefoy. Mira Nair directed. Director: Mira Nair, Production Year: 2004, Rating: PG-13, Studio: Focus Features, Runtime: 141 minutes Cast Reese Witherspoon, James Purefoy, Rhys Ifans, Romola Garai, Eileen Atkins
Kips Bay LibraryAdults
Today
@ 1 PM
MARCH 29TH– 57 SECONDS (2023) Director – Rusty Cundieff; 99 Minutes; Rated R; The Avenue Films Cast – Josh Hutcherson, Morgan Freeman, Lovie Simone, Bevin Bru When a tech blogger lands an interview with a tech guru and stops an attack on him, he finds a mysterious ring that takes him back 57 seconds into the past.
Columbus LibraryAdults
Today
@ 1 PM
Money Matters
* This event is online only * Learn about the Bloomberg terminal's menu-driven system, including search methods for information on companies, how to find securities that match investors’ criteria, and the market and economic data available. Click here to register. Registration for this event is through Eventbrite. Click here to view Eventbrite's Privacy Policy.
ONLINE - Details will be emailed upon registrationAdults,

Businesspeople
Today
@ 1 PM
Join the staff of the Mulberry Street Library for a free, in-person, afternoon movie at the library -- "The Holdovers" (2023). Disagreeable schoolteacher, Paul Hunham, ends up staying at school during Christmas break to supervise holdover students who can't travel home for the holidays. Troublemaker Angus and head cook Mary build an unexpected bond with Paul on campus. Together, they go through hilarious adventures, celebrating the holidays in their own unique way. Nominated for five Academy A…
Mulberry Street LibraryAdults
Today
@ 1 PM
Career Services
This event is online only. As we celebrate Women’s History Month, Moore Well-Beings and the NYPL Career Services department are joining forces to create a space for you to prioritize your well-being, taking a moment to acknowledge your contributions in keeping yourselves, your households, workplaces, and our nation going. Women are often the caregivers to their friends, family, and even in the workspace. In turn, over-extending ourselves and overlooking the care we may need as an individual.…
OnlineAdults,

50+,

Businesspeople,

College & Graduate Students,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants,

Job Seekers,

Persons with Disabilities,

Persons Without Homes
Today
@ 1:30 PM
This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304. Join us for two hours of freeform crafting and conversation. Bring your own project or choose something from our collection to work on. We have materials for sewing, knitting, crochet, coloring, paper crafts, and puzzles, too. All programs are subject to change or cancellation. SPECIAL NOTE: March 15: Mosaic upcycling. Art supplies and crafting materials for these activities will be provi…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
3rd Floor, Room 304
Adults
Today
@ 2 PM
Recently widowed Dr. Nate Daniels and his two teenage daughters travel to a South African game reserve managed by Martin Battles, an old family friend and wildlife biologist. However, what begins as a journey of healing soon turns into a fearsome fight for survival when a lion, a survivor of bloodthirsty poachers, begins stalking them.
Hamilton Grange Library, Community RoomAdults,

50+,

Book Lovers
Today
@ 2 PM
Please join us for the twelfth installment of our online book discussion group! This session will focus on chapters 111-125. It is never too late to join the group, so please do not hesitate to register. Though published in 1850, Moby Dick still feels remarkably modern in terms of its style, scope, and subject matter. A flop at the time of its publication, it took 70 years before the reading public finally caught up with the brilliance of Herman Melville's poetic tale of human obsession and th…
onlineAdults
Today
@ 2 PM
This event will take place in person at the 53rd Street Library Please come and join us to watch a family friendly Movie, Elemental (2023) on Friday, March 29th at 2PM. The movie will be screened in the Theater area. Rating (PG) Runtime: 101 minutes. Director: Peter Sohn Starring: Mamoudou Athie, Leah Lewis, Ronnie del Carmen, Wendi McLendon-Covey, Shila Ommi Synopsis : Element City where Fire, Water, Earth and Air residents live together. The story introduces Ember, a tough, quick-witted…
53rd Street Library, TheaterFamilies
Today
@ 2 PM
This event will take place in person at the 53rd Street Library. Please come and join us to watch a movie, Ingrid Goes West (2017) on Friday, March 29th at 2 PM. The movie will be screened in the Community Room on the central level. Rating R Runtime: 1 hour, 38 minutes. Director: Matt Spicer Starring: Aubrey Plaza, Elizabeth Olsen. A comedy about an unhinged media stalker who moves to LA and ingratiates herself into the life of an Instagram star.
53rd Street Library, Community RoomAdults
Today
@ 2 PM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Kips Bay Library. Join us for our Freestyle Drawing and Quiet Homework Time program for kids ages 5-12 years old. Unleash your creativity in the freestyle drawing sessions, where imagination knows no bounds. Dive into a serene environment during quiet homework hours, offering a focused, distraction-free space for students to concentrate and excel in their studies. It's the perfect blend of artistic expression and dedicated study time, providing a well…
Kips Bay Library, Children's roomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 2 PM
If you enjoy walking and talking books come join our Walking Book Club. This month we will read and discuss Behind You is the Sea by Susan Muaddi Darraj. Stop by the New Amsterdam library to pick up a copy. Meet at the branch at 2:00PM In case of extreme weather we will meet in the community room.
New Amsterdam LibraryAdults,

50+,

Book Lovers
Today
@ 2 PM
This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Join LiLY's Film Group at the Morningside Heights Library. The next meeting will be on Friday, March 29th at 2:00 PM, refreshments will be provided. The movie will be screened in the Community Room.
Morningside Heights Library, Community RoomAdults
Today
@ 2 PM
Join us for Friday Crafternoon doing coloring and Board Games.
Macomb's Bridge LibraryAdults
Today
@ 2 PM
16mm Film
NYPL film specialist Elena Rossi-Snook shares beloved 16mm films from our childhoods. Whether you’d like to revisit a childhood favorite or watch a beloved classic for the first time, join Elena Rossi-Snook for a special screening of children’s films from the Reserve Film and Video Collection (RFVC) housed in the Library for the Performing Arts. Rossi-Snook will also discuss the history of 16mm films in the nontheatrical market and NYPL’s extensive collection of moving images including more th…
Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, Lenox & Astor Room, Room 216Adults
Today
@ 2 PM
Come join our Coloring Club and have a relaxing, fun and stress relieving time. Use our art supplies or bring your own. This is an in-person event and no registrarion is required.
Bloomingdale LibraryAdults
Today
@ 2 PM
English for Speakers of Other Languages
This event will take place IN PERSON at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 6th Floor, Room 602. Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC For adult English language learners (age 16 and up) Practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussing them with adults from around the world! Fridays, March 1, 22, 29 (no class March 8 or 15) NO registration needed! Just come to a conversation class!
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Pasculano Learning CenterAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Today
@ 2:30 PM
STEAM for Teens
Looking to learn a new skill? Customize some clothes? Tinker with some gears and circuits? Come check out our STEAM Makercart, we've got all sorts of tools, gadgets, and crafting supplies to let your creativity flow! Each week, we focus on a different topic, tool, or creative skill for you to practice and explore using our materials and tools. Tools currently available: 3D Printing Dremel 3D40 Printer 3Doodler Pens Sewing Tools: BrotherTM sewing machine Fabric Mod Pod…
Harlem LibraryCollege & Graduate Students,

Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Today
@ 3 PM
Author Talks
This event will take place in person at the Harry Belafonte - 115th Street Library Join us for a very special author talk with Brenna McDaniel! In this program we'll talk about her book, Go Forth and Tell: The Life of Augusta Baker, Librarian and Master Storyteller,"A luminous picture book biography about librarian and storyteller Augusta Baker, the first Black coordinator of children's services at all branches of the New York Public library". We will talk about her book and the author will als…
Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library, Alvin Ailey Community RoomAdults