Events

Join the Bronx Library Center in the branch or on Google Meets for our "Hybrid Book Discussion". You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one day before the discussion. Let's join up to do what we love most, discussing books!! We can't wait to see and hear from you! Book groups are hosted at libraries throughout the city and facilitated by New York Public Library staff. Book groups are open to ev…

You can attend this event in person at the Bronx Library Center (Room C-33) or online via Google Meet. Join us for an in person and online Spanish Conversation Hour where you can practice conversational Spanish. This month, the topic of conversation will revolve around the celebration of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. This is not a formal class, but a fun and judgement-free way to practice Spanish with people at varying skill levels!

Hybrid English Conversation Hour (ECH), is an open conversation where English language learners and fluent English speakers can discuss life, art, music, films, food, culture, current events, and other topics of interest. This is not a formal class, but a fun and informal discussion, the only requirement is you are ready to have a conversation! Open to adult intermediate & advanced English language learners only. Just come and talk! This event will take place over Google Meet and in per…

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

This program is being online. Hola amigos! Have you been wanting to practice some Spanish and share what you have learned with your friends?! Join this program to practice beginners Spanish! This program is intended for kids ages 5-12. Registration is required.

This is event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Come be part of the YA Book Club at BLC. Come discuss the novels we are currently reading and get a free book when supplies are available. Also, join us to discuss the YA novel "The Making of Yolanda La Bruja" by Lorraine Avila

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. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en el Br…

Thsi event will take place at Bronx .Library Center. 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! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en el Bronx Library Center. Únase a nosotros para una cita para jugar en la biblio…

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

Do you enjoy watching anime? Are you excited for what the Spring anime season has to offer? Or maybe you've never watched anime but you're curious to check it out? Then join us at the BLC Teen program room for the return of our Anime Club! We will be watching some of this season's most anticipated anime like the continuation of Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia as well as newcomers A Condition Called Love, Wind Breaker and Kaiju no. 8! We'll discuss the differences between watching anime and rea…

This program will meet in person at the Bronx Library Center Collage Art A form of art that is made up of overlapping pieces of material. Join the Adult deparmtent and use one of the various collage techniques, such as paper collage, photomontage, etc., to create your own unique work of art! Materials are provided by the library. This program is part of our Bronx Week celebration.

*In Person: U.S. Citizenship workshop at the Bronx Library Center Join the U.S. Citizenship Test Workshop and let us give you a step-by-step guide on how to pass the U.S. Citizenship Test. We will be using USCIS resources: Citizenship Learners Citizenship Study-Test New York Public Library Citizenship Resources and Programs Beginner to Advance English Speakers

Join us at the Eco-Civic Fair at the Bronx Library Center to celebrate the culmination of the Growing Roots Innovation Project! We're combating urban heat waves by transforming our terrace into a vibrant oasis in the heart of the Bronx, offering both programming and relaxation opportunities. Enjoy engaging plant-based workshops and programs that highlight environmental and food justice issues. Participate in informative panels, workshops, and exciting giveaways. Don't miss out on this enriching…

This event will take place in-person at the Bronx Library Center, C Level, Room C33. Work with a Reference Library staff member at open lab: One-on-One Computer, Gadgets & Database Assistance. If you have a tech question, or just need extra computer time, this is your chance to receive assistance. Assistance can include: Internet browsing Email Typing software eBooks and Audiobooks Library Catalog and Databases Microsoft Office software NYC and NYS Agency Websites NYPL Database…

Join us at the Eco-Civic Fair at the Bronx Library Center to celebrate the culmination of the Growing Roots Innovation Project! We're combating urban heat waves by transforming our terrace into a vibrant oasis in the heart of the Bronx, offering both programming and relaxation opportunities. Enjoy engaging plant-based workshops and programs that highlight environmental and food justice issues. Participate in informative panels, workshops, and exciting giveaways. Don't miss out on this enriching…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Bronx Library Center. HIGH BEGINNER English 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, 12-2 PM: May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21 NO registration needed! Come to the classes! Come to 6 of these classes - get a certificate!

This event is online only. Must register with a full name and valid email address. Learn how to create, edit and share online documents using Google's ever-evolving word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and calendar programs. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experienced issues with receiving emails from TechConnect. Using a Gmail…

Join us at the Bronx Library Center and enjoy a family friendly movie every other Friday at 4 pm. Enjoy some cool activities while you watch. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required.

This event will take place in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for Bilingual Storytime! (English and Spanish). We will share books, sing songs, learn some Spanish words and phrases, meet new friends, play and share and blow bubbles. Este evento se llevara a cabo en persona en el Bronx Library Center. Únase con nosotros en la biblioteca para disfrutar de una hora de cuentos bilingües para niños. Compartiremos libros, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos algunas palabras y frases en e…

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center in the PC Lab (Room C33). Do you have trouble with using a mouse or keyboard? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.

This event is in person at the Bronx Library Center

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center / Este evento se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Central del Bronx Explore shape, color and texture with a variety of materials and techniques! ¡Explore la forma, el color y la textura, con una variedad de materiales y técnicas!

Come join us as we discuss civic responsibility while planting! You will be able to take your plant with you so you can nurture and grow it at home! This program will be hosted in collaboration with the Teen Civics Ambassadors.

Join us for the final installment of The Bronx Inspires Us, a special ongoing program for the month of May where we reflect on how the Bronx shapes our experiences and makes us into brighter and better people. A laid-back afternoon awaits where we'll take designs from our 3D printer full of Bronx iconography, and paint them in whatever colors we like. Take what you paint home with you as a piece of the Bronx wherever you go.

In Person: Finding a Job Online Database This event will take place at the Bronx Library Center.

Join us at the Bronx Library Center for Library Arcade: Adult Edition! Come join us as we play a variety of Video Games of various genres. Bring your buddys, partners, or family, cause we're playing Co-Op games today! We will have Streets of Rage 4 and Teenage Mutant Ninja Trutles: Shredders Revenge to play! All levels of play are welcolemed!

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

This is event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Come be part of the YA Book Club at BLC. Come discuss the novels we are currently reading. This event is in colloboration with Norwood Community Library. He will be present to giveout free books!

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. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en el Br…

Explore our city with a curated librarian-led walking tour! Join branch staff from the Bronx Library Center for an in person walking tour! Learn more about the history and landmarks of this neighborhood and connect with community. We'll take a walk through the Fordham Road area, tracing the history of local buildings and landmarks. The tour will last approximately 1 1/2 Hours and will begin at our neighborhood library. Please wear comfortable shoes and bring water. We'll take a walk start…

Join the Bronx Library Center on Google Meets every other week for our "Hybrid Craft Circle." Come in person to the branch or attend via google meets. This will be very flexible. We will each have our own craft project to work. The staff member can provide advice or guidance on your project or teach you something new using materials you probably have at home. Also youtube videos can help in between meetings.

This event will take place at Bronx .Library Center. Join us and our partner LINC 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! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en el Bronx Library Center. Únase a nosotros y a nuestro comp…

NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.

Do you enjoy watching anime? Are you excited for what the Spring anime season has to offer? Or maybe you've never watched anime but you're curious to check it out? Then join us at the BLC Teen program room for the return of our Anime Club! We will be watching some of this season's most anticipated anime like the continuation of Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia as well as newcomers A Condition Called Love, Wind Breaker and Kaiju no. 8! We'll discuss the differences between watching anime and rea…

This event will take place IN PERSON at the Bronx Library Center. HIGH BEGINNER English 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, 12-2 PM: May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21 NO registration needed! Come to the classes! Come to 6 of these classes - get a certificate!

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images, and running your slideshow. *First come, first served.

Join us at the BLC Teen Zone as we roll out our Nintendo Switch for an afternoon of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate free-for-all! We will also have our PS4 where we'll play your choice of Brawlhalla or Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles!

Join us at the Bronx Library Center and enjoy a family friendly movie every other Friday at 4 pm. Enjoy some cool activities while you watch. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required.

Este programa será en línea Tarjeta de biblioteca necesaria Tarde, después de 15 minutos se cierra la charla. Únase virtualmente (Google Meet) al Centro Bibliotecario del Bronx para una conversación en español sobre la novela de Julia Alvarez, El Tiempo de las Mariposas. Obtenga el libro en formato impreso, audio electrónico, libro electrónico ¡Inscríbase y nos vemos en línea el 31 de Mayo! 6pm-7pm