Events

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.

*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

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn how to learn with LinkedIn Learning, formerly known as Lynda.com. This class will cover the basics of how to access the website with over 5,000 online courses for FREE! You will have time to explore the site and begin your self-paced learning journey. *First come, first served.

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Want to challenge your brain? Want to listen to some soothing jazz music? Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of puzzles and soothing music.

This event will take place in person at Bronx Library Center Are you a word puzzle enthusiast? Come join us at the Bronx Library Center for a fun-filled afternoon of crossword puzzles and word search activities for adults. Participants can work in groups or individually when solving puzzles. We have a variety of puzzles including standard font and large font.

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…

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

Join the Bronx Library Center for a writing workshop exploring 2024 and the passage of time. End of Year 2024 This event will be held in person at Bronx Library Center. Writers of all levels, genres, and styles can attend and write. We invite you to join us for an informal and relaxed writing experience reflecting on the past year. Using a variety of prompts, we'll explore this unique year featuring a total solar eclipse, a wild ride of a presidential election, and an exciting New York…

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn how to create documents, apply good formatting, and to save and share your work using Microsoft Word. *First come, first served.

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.

Online: Introduction to Foundation Directory (By Candid, formerly Foundation Center, staff) Does your organization need help directing its fundraising efforts? Planning focuses your organization by setting fundraising priorities and helps give staff and board members a roadmap to success. This introductory class will provide you the basic steps for developing a fundraising plan, including tips on: Making your case for support Diversifying your organization's fundraising base Creating a…

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn how email works, and learn about sending, replying to, and forwarding messages and attachments. You must have a Gmail account and know your password to attend this class. Please note that the instructor will not be able to help you sign into your account or recover your password during the class. It is strongly recommended that you confirm ahead of time that you are able to sign into your Gmail account. *First c…

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Join us for the opening of Aleathia Brown's exhibit at the Bronx Library Center's Latinx & Puerto Rican Cultural Center. This exhibit will be up until February 28th . Artist Statement: My artwork is a visual language expressing my power and my strength. I am a scientist weighing the scales, mixing mediums, provoking open dialogue. The nuances and intricacies of my Art reveals layers of discovery not visual to the naked…

This program will be held in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for our February film series. It Ends With Us, the first Colleen Hoover novel adapted for the big screen, tells the story of Lily Bloom, a woman who overcomes a traumatic childhood to embark on a new life in Boston and chase a lifelong dream of opening her own business. A chance meeting with charming neurosurgeon Ryle Kincaid sparks an intense connection, but as the two fall deeply in love, Lily begins to see sides of Ryle…

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Want to challenge your brain? Want to listen to some soothing jazz music? Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of puzzles and soothing music.

Did you know painting lowers stress and increases focus? Join us for a casual painting program where you can paint whatever is on your mind and have a refreshing drink. Materials will be provided.

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…

Are you looking to commit to a writing schedule with like-minded creatives? Then join us at the Bronx Library Center for our monthly Writing Circle for adults. Here you will be able to bring in your drafts to work on or practice your craft using provided prompts. Patrons are encouraged to share excerpts from their writing as well as give and receive feedback. Writers of all levels, genres, and styles are welcome.

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn the difference between privacy and security and the different types of threats to your privacy and security and how to protect against them. *First come, first served.

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 is online only. Must register with a full name and valid email address. Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. 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 emai…

Coloring and Time is an unbound coloring set created by Aleathia Brown designed for Adults but family friendly! With 35 plus years as a Career Visual and Teaching Artist Aleathia intentionally provides a safe space for Non-Artists and Creative's to experience Art making. Participants walk away lighter, stressless and Proud-filled from their creations. Coloring promotes a mindful balance activating the brain while stress- melting. As a Teaching Artist Aleathia utilizes Her skills and experien…

This program will be held in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for our February film series. The American Society of Magical Negroes is a fresh, satirical comedy about a young man, Aren, who is recruited into a secret society of magical Black people who dedicate their lives to a cause of utmost importance: making white people's lives easier. Rating: PG -13 Runtime: 104 minutes

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Want to challenge your brain? Want to listen to some soothing jazz music? Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of puzzles and soothing music.

*THIS EVENT IS IN PERSON AT THE BRONX LIBRARY CENTER (BLC) ROOM C33 Join Career Services for the Career Basics Series: Completing Online Job Applications workshop, where we help patrons learn how to complete an employment application online. During the session, we will go over various tips and steps for applying for jobs, and each patron will get direct support with completing at least 1 employment application that day. Free computer and internet access will be provided during the workshop. Ba…

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…

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. *First come, first served.

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 program will be held in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for our March film series. He’s a stuntman, and like everyone in the stunt community, he gets blown up, shot, crashed, thrown through windows and dropped from the highest of heights, all for our entertainment. And now, fresh off an almost career-ending accident, this working-class hero has to track down a missing movie star, solve a conspiracy and try to win back the love of his life while still doing his day job. What coul…

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Want to challenge your brain? Want to listen to some soothing jazz music? Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of puzzles and soothing music.

*THIS EVENT IS IN PERSON AT THE BRONX LIBRARY CENTER (BLC) ROOM C33 This Career Basics Series: Resume Writing workshop is designed to help you: Learn tips on how to craft a resume that catches the eye of prospective employers and best practices to showcase your skills and experience effectively Learn how to use Brainfuse JobNow to edit or create your resume Learn tips for seamless navigation and how to make your application stand out Gain insights into best practices for interviews Free…

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…

Are you looking to commit to a writing schedule with like-minded creatives? Then join us at the Bronx Library Center for our monthly Writing Circle for adults. Here you will be able to bring in your drafts to work on or practice your craft using provided prompts. Patrons are encouraged to share excerpts from their writing as well as give and receive feedback. Writers of all levels, genres, and styles are welcome.

This program will be held in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for our March film series. A boy growing up in Dublin during the 1980s escapes his strained family life by starting a band to impress the mysterious girl he likes. Rating: PG -13 Runtime: 106 minutes

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 is online only. Must register with a full name and valid email address. Learn to create a website with Google Sites. 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 account will prevent this in most instances.

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Want to challenge your brain? Want to listen to some soothing jazz music? Come join us for a fun-filled afternoon of puzzles and soothing music.

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…

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 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.