Today @ 10 AM | Play at our LEGO table Wednesday-Saturday from 10:00am-1:00pm in our early literacy corner! For Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. | Richmondtown Library, Second Floor | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 10 AM | Early Literacy Come enjoy playtime in our program room! Enjoy a warm and inviting space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. A great opportunity to meet other children, parents and caretakers.
Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. This is not a structured class. Children must be supervised by their grown-up at all times. Our program room is a multi-purpose space, so open play may be shortened or cancelled to adjust to branch programming needs.
Rec… | Spuyten Duyvil Library | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Families |
Today @ 10:15 AM | Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. | Riverdale Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 10:15 AM | Canceled
Early Literacy This event will take place in person at the Andrew Heiskell 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.
Space is limited to 30 children. Tickets are distributed 15 minutes before the program. Storytime will begin early if capacity… | Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Parents/Caregivers |
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. First come, first served | 58th Street Library, Community Meeting Room (not wheelchair accessible) | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 10:30 AM | Early Literacy This program will take place in person at Stapleton Library.
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. | Stapleton Library | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
Families |
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 Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months) |
Today @ 10:30 AM | "This event is online only." Join us for a Virtual Storytime where we share some stories, songs, & rhymes. For parents/caregivers & their young children (ages 1-5). Registration required: Online | Sedgwick Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 10:30 AM | Holiday Arts & Crafts for Toddlers
Toddlers and their guardians are welcome to make their very own holiday themed crafts to take home!
For toddlers ages 1-3.
20 tickets will be handed out in the 2nd floor children's room beginning @ 10am. First come, first served | Epiphany Library | Children,
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
School Age (5-12 years),
Families |
Today @ 10:30 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in person at St. Agnes Library. Join us for songs and favorite read-aloud books at this series that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. In person registration is required for this event. There is limited space. Sign up on the morning of the event at the Circulation desk. In-person, at registration | St. Agnes Library, Community Program Room | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 11 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library.
An informal playgroup for young children (ages 0-4) and their parents and/or caregivers to meet other families and encourage children to develop together through play.
Onsite program with songs, rhymes, an Ideal program for caregivers with children,between the ages of 0 to3 years
Open Play for Babies and Toddlers is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver a… First come, first served | Columbus Library | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months) |
Today @ 11 AM | Canceled
This event will take place in person at the City Island Library. Join us for live, 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. First Come, First Served. A limit of 15 children and caregivers per session.
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… | City Island Library, Community Meeting Room | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 11 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in the New Dorp 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! | New Dorp Library | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Parents/Caregivers |
Today @ 11 AM | Canceled
Early Literacy 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! | Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 11 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge 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.
For new walkers and toddlers, 15 months - 5 years.
Registration is not required for this event. | Macomb's Bridge Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Families |
Today @ 11 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library.
An informal playgroup for young children (ages 0-4) and their parents and/or caregivers to meet other families and encourage children to develop together through play.
Onsite program with songs, rhymes, an Ideal program for caregivers with children,between the ages of 0 to3 years
Open Play for Babies and Toddlers is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver a… First come, first served | Columbus Library | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months) |
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… First come, first served | Columbus Library, Community Room | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 11:30 AM | Early Literacy This event will take place in the New Dorp Library. Join your friends at the New Dorp Library to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active toddler 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. | New Dorp Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months) |
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… Registration required: Online | 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 | 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 Library | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Families |
Today @ 11:30 AM | Join us for fun songs, stories and rhymes in English and Spanish for children 0 - 5 years age and their families and caregivers. | Tompkins Square Library, Second Floor | Children,
Infant (0-18 months),
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years) |
Today @ 2 PM | Are you ready to get the weekend started with some fun? Come to Westchester Square Friday afternoons so your child to learn through play with available activities. Come color, draw, play board games, enjoy some toys, or take in some fun reading time.
Ages 0-12. Space is limited.
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, at-home activities, and more in your inbox! | Westchester Square Library, Children's Room | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
School Age (5-12 years) |
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, Abominable (97) on Friday, December 8th at 2PM. The movie will be screened in the Theater area. Rating (PG)
Runtime: 97 minutes.
Director: Jill Culton
Starring: Chloe Bennet, Albert Tsai, Tenzing Norgay Trainor, Joseph Izzo, Sarah Paulson
Synopsis :
When mischievous friends Yi, Jin, and Peng discover a young yeti on their roof, they name him Everest and embark on a th… | 53rd Street Library, Theater | Families |
Today @ 2:30 PM | This event will take place in person at Throg's Neck Library.
Come kick back and enjoy a family-friendly movie with the Throg's Neck Library Children's staff! Film ratings range from G-PG.
Children must be accompanied by a caregiver in order to participate. | Throg's Neck Library | Children,
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
School Age (5-12 years),
Families |
Today @ 2:30 PM | Friday afternoon is family movie funday! Enjoy a relaxing afternoon and the end of the school week with a new movie every Friday afternoon. The film will be followed by a short discussion. No registration required. | Spuyten Duyvil Library | Families |
Today @ 3 PM | Join us at the Riverdale Library for a fun and engaging way to challenge your brain– board games! We will provide various board and card games such as Chess, Checkers, Risk, Candyland, Uno, and more. | Riverdale Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | Kids get to enjoy the classic game Bingo by using words to improve vocabulary. For ages 6 to 12. | West Farms Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | Come in and socialize with your friends, listen to music, read a book or work on a project/homework! Board games and craft materials will also be available. | Pelham Bay Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. Join us for a relaxing afternoon of coloring. Fun coloring pages will be provided, or simply get creative and color freely. All materials will be provided.
Sign up for the biweekly NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on free children's programs, upcoming author talks, and more happening at the Library and online. | Hamilton Grange Library | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | Come join us from some active play @ the library. We have board games, legos and dress up clothes for all ages.
**** First come, first serve
****For children, 18 months to 12 years. | Woodlawn Heights Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library.
Stop by the Bloomingdale Library children's room this December. Children will have a chance to browse from an assortment of special books and give them a new home. Great for a gift for a friend or yourself. While supplies last. We will host this program on Fridays starting December 8 until December 22 or when supplies run out. | Bloomingdale Library | Children,
Families |
Today @ 3 PM | This event will take place in person at St. George Library in Children's Room.
Challenge friends in Mario Kart or Smash Brothers on Switch, play board and table games with your friends and family! Be creative with our Lego pieces!
For School-age children. No registration required. | St. George Library Center | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | Canceled
No-stress, no-fuss relaxation time for kids, teens, and tweens.
Laptops, games, activities, and snacks will be available. | City Island Library, Community Meeting Room | Children,
School Age (5-12 years),
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | Join us to build with legos and meet other creators at the library! We'll have all our legos out for your engineering projects. | 53rd Street Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | This event will take place in person at Baychester on Fridays. Fun coloring pages will be provided, or simply get creative and color freely. All materials will be provided.
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, at-home activities, and more in your inbox! | Baychester Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | This event will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library.
It's time to craft again! This time, we're making penguins out of paper rolls! Let's use our curious minds! Join us for fun arts & crafts and interesting adventures every week.
Registration is not required for this event. | Macomb's Bridge Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | This event will take place in person at South Beach Library.
Drop by the Library anytime between 3-4:30 PM to play Nintendo Switch or PlayStation 4 videogames with a librarian! Ages 6- 18. | South Beach Library | Children,
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
School Age (5-12 years),
Families,
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | Join us for fun and games on Fridays | Grand Concourse Library, Children's Room | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |
Today @ 3 PM | Join us for a fun hour of arts and crafts! New project every week. For the month of December we will learn about winter and get messy with paint!
December
1 - Bear Bedtime
8 - Snowflakes
15 - Snow People
22 - Mystery Vote
29 - Finger Painting | Francis Martin Library, Children's Room | Children,
Toddlers (18-36 months),
Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),
School Age (5-12 years),
Families |
Today @ 3 PM | Join us Friday December 8th & 22nd for fun crafty activities!
This event will take place in-person at Mosholu Library. | Mosholu Library | Children,
School Age (5-12 years) |