Events

Join us for an in-person film screening of the film Strange World (PG). This movie will be screened in Bloomingdale's Teen Center. The legendary Clades are a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest and most crucial mission. Directors: Don Hall and Qui Nguyen Runtime: 1h42min This program is for Teens in 7th - 12th Grades. Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. Learn more about our health and safety policies. Discover what the Library offers NYC teens, in…

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

-> RSVP here to let us know you'll make it! <- Teens take over the SNFL rooftop terrace to celebrate pride with Quiet Queers, a relaxing , low-key and intentional pride themed hangout perfect for teens who would rather stay in than go to a party. There will be snacks, arts and crafts, board games, a teen created queer playlist, queer book lists and so much more. Give us song suggestions here! This event is FREE and for ages 13–19 only. RSVP here to let us know you'll make it!…

Come in and enjoy our manga collection! Different manga volumes will be available to read onsite and to check out. Read and discuss it with friends, and create anime/manga related crafts!

This program is presented in person. Marvel Studios presents in association with Paramount Pictures "Marvel's The Avengers"--the super hero team up of a lifetime, featuring iconic Marvel super heroes Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, Thor, Captain America, Hawkeye and Black Widow. When an unexpected enemy emerges that threatens global safety and security, Nick Fury, Director of the international peacekeeping agency known as S.H.I.E.L.D., finds himself in need of a team to pull the world back from t…

This event will take place in person at Stapleton Library. Drop in on Thursdays from 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM for board games, video games, or a craft ! “Discover what the Library offers NYC teens, including TeenLIVE events, programs, book recommendations and more.”

Come have some friendly competition with your friends on the Switch and PS4. This event will take place in person at the St. George Library Teen Center.

Join us we spend time relaxing with board games and a calm soothing environment.

This event is held in person at 67th Street Library for teens only. Come relax and have some fun as we play games, make crafts, and hangout in the teen lounge. We've got a Nintendo switch and plenty of contollers to go around... will you become the next 67th street Smash Bros champion?

Book your session here: https://calendar.app.google/CjuwQNyU1nm7PX2A8 Applying for jobs or to college but don't know where to start? Your local librarian is here to help! Come in for some personalized assistance with writing your resume, working on cover letters, or sending out college applications. We can help you with editing, fine-tuning, and even starting from scratch! Applying for anything can be stressful and overwhelming, but we're here to help you break it down and put your best self fo…

This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library. Join us in creating Pride Month-inspired crafts, such as pins, flags, and bracelets. Express yourself and celebrate what makes you unique! All art supplies will be provided.

Get your game on at the Edenwald Public Library! Teenagers from 7th grade to 12th grade participate in playing Playstation 4. If video games aren't your thing, then come play classic board games with your friends.

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Library. Join us for an afternoon of arts and crafts. Materials are provided.

For ages 13+

This event will take place in person at Throgs Neck Library. The YA librarian will individually meet teens for college application and admissions guidance or career assistance.

Please join us for our teen game day as we play Articulate. Can you figure out what your partner is describing without saying certain phrases? If you think that's easy, can you do it within a time limit? See if you can do better than our staff! Light refreshments will be served, and prizes will be awarded. This program is best for ages 13-18. Registration is not required.

Join us for our Pride Month screening of Love, Simon (2018). Simon is a closeted high schooler who falls for an anonymous online pen pal from his school who is also gay. When a blackmailer obtains his candid e-mails, Simon must decide how to reveal his sexuality to his friends and family while attempting to turn his online flirtation into a real-life romance.

Join us at the Morris Park Library for our Summer Kickoff event. We will be hosting a Hip Hop Listening Party and enjoying some pizza! Ages 13-18

This event will take place in -person at Morningside Heights Library. Express yourself and celebrate the 50th anniversary of hip hop. Engage in hip hop-inspired arts and craft projects.

Have you ever tried looking for your favorite book and could not find it? We can show how easy it is to find your favorite book in different formats and languages. Join us to learn about our collection.

Come and join the young adult staff playing classic board games such as Scrabble and Monopoly.

Enjoy an afternoon of gaming. Play against friends on our Nintendo Switch.

Celebrate Pride by making bracelets! This program is for Tweens and Teens, ages 10 through 17. All art materials will be supplied.

To honor Basquiat’s iconography, teens and young adults can come practice drawing in the distinctive Basquiat style! This project was made possible in part by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

This program will be in person at Jerome Park Library. Please join us for a Spring crafternoon program! We will be making fun 3D craft! Open to all Teens.

Join us on Thursday, June 8 at 4:00pm as we discuss the featured book Punching The Air by authors Ibi Zoboi and Yusef Salaam. Come to Edenwald or your local library to reserve this great book before June 8. No registration is necessary. Please feel free to contact Young Adult Librarian Joneil James at JoneilJames@nypl.org.

Join us for a workshop on Crochet and Knitting Conversation. Get your projects out and sit back and enjoy our community-based conversations. We will do our best to give instructions on your crocheting and knitting questions. So make sure to have your supplies and projects with you, and come craft with us! Crochet&Knit, Crafts Online!/ Thompson Thursday, June 8th, 2023· 4:00 – 5:00 pm Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/yhn-aewz-zuv Or dial: ‪(US) +1 337-…

Simon (Nick Robinson) is a closeted high schooler who falls for an anonymous online pen pal from his school who is also gay. When a blackmailer obtains his candid e-mails, Simon must decide how to reveal his sexuality to his friends and family while attempting to turn his online flirtation into a real-life romance. Directed by Greg Berlanti. 2018 | PG-13 | 110 minutes

Join the Teen Librarian for fun crafty activities! This event will take place in person.

This event will take place in person at Inwood Library : Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en Inwood Library.

This event will take place in person. With social media being prominent in our lives, we all are very engaged with the world around us, especially in politics. Teens will be given the opportunity to learn about voting as the state of New York allows teens 16-17 years old to pre-register to vote and 18 year olds to register.

Welcome to Youth Tech Club! Explore new technology with us every Thursday at 4 PM including 3D Printing pens, Osmo Genius Kits, Google Chromebooks, and so much more! This program is for ages 9 and up. Space is limited to 10 participants. Advanced registration is not required.

Beat the heat this Summer and drop in for some Summertime crafting....we'll supply the art supplies, you'll supply the imagination! All participants will have the opportunity to have their art displayed throughout the Summer in the Charleston Library Teen Room! Registration is NOT required, snacks and refreshments will be provided! Ages 11-18 are welcome to attend.

Come take some photos or have your photo taken in natural lighting! We will be going out onto the terrace on the 3rd floor!

This program will take place in person at Belmont in the Teen Lounge on the second floor. Pixton is a digital comic creation website for kids and teens. No drawing skills are required—just select from preset characters and backgrounds from a variety of pop culture, literary, scientific, and historical themes. Join us for an intro workshop and create an avatar! Snacks provided. You will need a library card to sign in through the NYPL website and access their NYPL Pixton account. Be sure to bri…

This event will take place in person. Join the Children and YA staff at our Anime Club! We will watch new anime and highlight the manga connected with the show. But also talk about upcoming manga series we hope you will enjoy! Limited volumes of the manga copies will be put aside for checkout leading up to the meeting date. For ages 10-17

Celebrate PRIDE by creating your own PRIDE buttons! Create eye-catching designs using a variety of button designs!

This event will take place in person at the Hamilton Grange Branch Library." Are you a board game champion? Show off your best moves against other board games fans! From "Apples to Apples" to "Would you rather?" Whether you're a board gaming expert or just starting out, come and join us for some board time! Be prepare to have fun with plenty of laughter!

Join us in person at the Woodstock Library to have open studio time in Tinkercad, a free 3D Design Software. Create your own design from scratch, or remix an existing design, then print it out! We have white, red, blue, or black filament to bring your design to life with our new 3D Printer! Note that most designs will take longer than the program time to print, and will have to be picked up at least a day after the program.

Declare your Pride and allyship with buttons! Using our button maker, templates, stickers and markers make Pride themed buttons that show your true colors to the world. This event will be in person at the Mulberry Street Branch. All materials will be provided. For 13+