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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160 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Thu, May 9
@ 3 PM
Join us for the basics of video production, from video recording, audio recording and video/audio editing. Shoot, produce and create your own visual masterpieces!
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 13
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Mondays of the month, we host IN-PERSON Tech Connect courses, designed by the Tech Connect department to teach patrons valuable computer skills. For May, students will learn about some of great online resources: May 6: Getting Groceries Delivered May 13: Buying/Selling Online May 20: Intro to Canva Registration is NOT required, and we welcome the first five (5) walk-ins. Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation, without notice. Classes begin at 1PM--if no part…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, May 13
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
Over the course of this interactive eight-week bilingual jazz series, families will explore core concepts of jazz such as swing, blues, improvisation, and other jazz essentials. Together we will develop our imagination, creativity, and musicality while swinging nursery rhymes in both Spanish and English, creating and singing our own blues songs, scatting like Ella or improvising like Coltrane, and of course jamming with a live jazz band! The program is limited to 12 families. For children, birth…
Grand Concourse LibraryInfant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Children
Mon, May 13
@ 4 PM
Summer at the Library
Join The New York Public Library and Roundabout Theatre Company's Artist-in-Residence for eleven sessions of artistic workshops! The workshops will be held in person at Grand Concourse Library. Join us for artistic workshops designed to spark the creative process. Teaching Artists, Chris Bell and Yadira De La Riva will guide participants in creating their own piece of original theatre through storytelling and performance. By exploring the world of plays, participants will dive into storytellin…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, May 13
@ 4 PM
Join us for three weeks of Design Space where we will use our Cricut Maker, Silkscreen Printing Station and we'll go over our 3D Printer. This is a chance for you to learn more about the tech in your space, and create unique designs.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 13
@ 4 PM
The one adored as the mother is not the real parent. The people living here together are not actual siblings. The Gracefield House is where orphaned children live. An irreplaceable home where 38 siblings and Mom live happy lives, even with no blood relations. However, their everyday life suddenly came to an abrupt end one day... Come by to Grand Concourse Library to see how this story unfolds! We will be watching 2 to 3 episodes per week.
Grand Concourse LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, May 14
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse, Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics. Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Tue, May 14
@ 3 PM
We’ll continue to explore the world of Virtual Reality with the NEW META VR HEADSETS available at the Best Buy Teen Center @ Grand Concourse. Activity release forms are available at the teen center and must be signed by parents/guardians before the program.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, May 14
@ 4 PM
Hello Teens! Join us at The Grand Concourse Library to learn how to create a webpage for your hobby, business idea or blogging etc. All materials are free and you may continue working on your webpage at home. Bring your friends!
Grand Concourse LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Wed, May 15
@ 4 PM
Join us for Recording Studio Teen Training where you will learn the basics of the Whisper Room. Once you are a master of the space, you will pass a short assessment. Then you will be able to use the studio on your own, as frequently as you’d like, as long as it is available. Please sign up in person and in advance.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Thu, May 16
@ 3 PM
Join us for the basics of video production, from video recording, audio recording and video/audio editing. Shoot, produce and create your own visual masterpieces!
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 20
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Mondays of the month, we host IN-PERSON Tech Connect courses, designed by the Tech Connect department to teach patrons valuable computer skills. For May, students will learn about some of great online resources: May 6: Getting Groceries Delivered May 13: Buying/Selling Online May 20: Intro to Canva Registration is NOT required, and we welcome the first five (5) walk-ins. Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation, without notice. Classes begin at 1PM--if no part…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, May 20
@ 4 PM
Join us for three weeks of Design Space where we will use our Cricut Maker, Silkscreen Printing Station and we'll go over our 3D Printer. This is a chance for you to learn more about the tech in your space, and create unique designs.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 20
@ 4 PM
The one adored as the mother is not the real parent. The people living here together are not actual siblings. The Gracefield House is where orphaned children live. An irreplaceable home where 38 siblings and Mom live happy lives, even with no blood relations. However, their everyday life suddenly came to an abrupt end one day... Come by to Grand Concourse Library to see how this story unfolds! We will be watching 2 to 3 episodes per week.
Grand Concourse LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 20
@ 4 PM
We're welcoming all those May flowers by making our own unique versions of faux flower crowns! This program will be IN-PERSON. All materials will be provided--just bring your creativity!--but supplies may be limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. If no participants arrive by 4:15PM, program will be cancelled.
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults,

50+
Tue, May 21
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse, Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics. Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Tue, May 21
@ 3 PM
We’ll continue to explore the world of Virtual Reality with the NEW META VR HEADSETS available at the Best Buy Teen Center @ Grand Concourse. Activity release forms are available at the teen center and must be signed by parents/guardians before the program.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, May 21
@ 4 PM
Hello Teens! Join the staff of The Grand Concourse Library for an in person STEAM event. Learn to use the free program Pixton to create beautiful comic strips. No drawing required, it's all point and click. Participants must have a current NYPL library card in order to access Pixton. No registration required, limited to 10 teens. For teens ages 12 to 18. Bring your friends!
Grand Concourse LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Wed, May 22
@ 12 PM
This event is online only. Join us at the Grand Concourse library as we have a general discussion about Stein;s Gate the manga and anime. Must be 18+ to attend. See you there! Tokyo Revenger 1 Orange : the complete collection. 1 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. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to…
Online Via Google Hangouts MeetAdults,

Book Lovers,

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Thu, May 23
@ 3 PM
Join us for the basics of video production, from video recording, audio recording and video/audio editing. Shoot, produce and create your own visual masterpieces!
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 27
@ 4 PM
Join us for three weeks of Design Space where we will use our Cricut Maker, Silkscreen Printing Station and we'll go over our 3D Printer. This is a chance for you to learn more about the tech in your space, and create unique designs.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 27
@ 4 PM
The one adored as the mother is not the real parent. The people living here together are not actual siblings. The Gracefield House is where orphaned children live. An irreplaceable home where 38 siblings and Mom live happy lives, even with no blood relations. However, their everyday life suddenly came to an abrupt end one day... Come by to Grand Concourse Library to see how this story unfolds! We will be watching 2 to 3 episodes per week.
Grand Concourse LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, May 28
@ 3 PM
We’ll continue to explore the world of Virtual Reality with the NEW META VR HEADSETS available at the Best Buy Teen Center @ Grand Concourse. Activity release forms are available at the teen center and must be signed by parents/guardians before the program.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, May 28
@ 4 PM
Hello Teens! Join the staff of The Grand Concourse Library for an in person STEAM event. Learn to use the free program Pixton to create beautiful comic strips. No drawing required, it's all point and click. Participants must have a current NYPL library card in order to access Pixton. No registration required, limited to 10 teens. For teens ages 12 to 18. Bring your friends!
Grand Concourse LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Wed, May 29
@ 4 PM
Join us for Recording Studio Teen Training where you will learn the basics of the Whisper Room. Once you are a master of the space, you will pass a short assessment. Then you will be able to use the studio on your own, as frequently as you’d like, as long as it is available. Please sign up in person and in advance.
Grand Concourse Library, Best Buy Teen Tech CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, June 3
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Mondays of the month, we host IN-PERSON Tech Connect courses, designed by the Tech Connect department to teach patrons valuable computer skills. For June, students will learn about some of the great online resources that NYPL has to offer: June 3: Ancestry.com--Library Edition June 10: LinkedIn Learning June 17: Searching Besides Google Registration is NOT required, and we welcome the first five (5) walk-ins. Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation, without…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, June 3
@ 4 PM
Summer at the Library
Join The New York Public Library and Roundabout Theatre Company's Artist-in-Residence for eleven sessions of artistic workshops! The workshops will be held in person at Grand Concourse Library. Join us for artistic workshops designed to spark the creative process. Teaching Artists, Chris Bell and Yadira De La Riva will guide participants in creating their own piece of original theatre through storytelling and performance. By exploring the world of plays, participants will dive into storytellin…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Tue, June 4
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Wed, June 5
@ 12 PM
This event is online only. Many anime fans state that the 80s was the "Golden Age" of anime: why is this? What made that time period so good that it could be considered the best time ever for anime? Join us at the Grand Concourse library as we have a discussion about 80s Anime. Must be 18+ to attend. See you there! Sailor Moon. 1 Dragon Ball. [1] You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent to you by email appr…
Online Via Google Hangouts MeetAdults,

Book Lovers,

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Thu, June 6
@ 4 PM
Book Discussion Group
For June's selection, we're discovering some more amazing Young Adult fiction with These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong. This event will be VIRTUAL. Registration for each session will open one week prior to the event at 9:00AM and events are limited to 20 participants. These Violent Delights is first of the series duo by New York Times Bestselling Author Chloe Gong. It's an imaginative retelling of Romeo & Juliet set in 1920's Shanghai. "A blood feud between two gangs runs the streets re…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Fri, June 7
@ 3 PM
Civics, Communities & Voting
New York State: You're headed to the polls for the Congressional Primary on june 25th, 2024! Join us on Friday, June 7th at 3PM to get all the information you need on registering to vote, absentee ballots, early voting, and voter's rights. This will be an in-person event, providing general voter information. Registration is not required and walk-ins are welcome. You will also have the opportunity to fill out a voter registration form at the branch in English and various other languages and s…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, June 10
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Mondays of the month, we host IN-PERSON Tech Connect courses, designed by the Tech Connect department to teach patrons valuable computer skills. For June, students will learn about some of the great online resources that NYPL has to offer: June 3: Ancestry.com--Library Edition June 10: LinkedIn Learning June 17: Searching Besides Google Registration is NOT required, and we welcome the first five (5) walk-ins. Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation, without…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, June 10
@ 4 PM
Summer at the Library
Join The New York Public Library and Roundabout Theatre Company's Artist-in-Residence for eleven sessions of artistic workshops! The workshops will be held in person at Grand Concourse Library. Join us for artistic workshops designed to spark the creative process. Teaching Artists, Chris Bell and Yadira De La Riva will guide participants in creating their own piece of original theatre through storytelling and performance. By exploring the world of plays, participants will dive into storytellin…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, June 10
@ 4 PM
We're keeping the summer bugs away by making some beautifully-smelling citronella candles! This program will be IN-PERSON. All materials will be provided--just bring your creativity!--but supplies may be limited and will be offered on a first-come, first-served basis. If no participants arrive by 4:15PM, program will be cancelled.
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults,

50+
Tue, June 11
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Thu, June 13
@ 4 PM
Book Discussion Group
For June's selection, we're discovering some more amazing Young Adult fiction with These Violent Delights by Chloe Gong. This event will be VIRTUAL. Registration for each session will open one week prior to the event at 9:00AM and events are limited to 20 participants. These Violent Delights is first of the series duo by New York Times Bestselling Author Chloe Gong. It's an imaginative retelling of Romeo & Juliet set in 1920's Shanghai. "A blood feud between two gangs runs the streets re…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, June 17
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Mondays of the month, we host IN-PERSON Tech Connect courses, designed by the Tech Connect department to teach patrons valuable computer skills. For June, students will learn about some of the great online resources that NYPL has to offer: June 3: Ancestry.com--Library Edition June 10: LinkedIn Learning June 17: Searching Besides Google Registration is NOT required, and we welcome the first five (5) walk-ins. Classes are subject to change and/or cancellation, without…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, June 17
@ 4 PM
Summer at the Library
Join The New York Public Library and Roundabout Theatre Company's Artist-in-Residence for eleven sessions of artistic workshops! The workshops will be held in person at Grand Concourse Library. Join us for artistic workshops designed to spark the creative process. Teaching Artists, Chris Bell and Yadira De La Riva will guide participants in creating their own piece of original theatre through storytelling and performance. By exploring the world of plays, participants will dive into storytellin…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Tue, June 18
@ 1 PM
TechConnect
On the first three Tuesdays, we're going back to the tech basics. First Tuesday of the Month: Learning How to Type & Use a Mouse Second Tuesday of the Month: Creating a Gmail Account & Email Basics Third Tuesday of the Month: Internet Basics Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 1:15pm, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults
Mon, June 24
@ 4 PM
Summer at the Library
Join The New York Public Library and Roundabout Theatre Company's Artist-in-Residence for eleven sessions of artistic workshops! The workshops will be held in person at Grand Concourse Library. Join us for artistic workshops designed to spark the creative process. Teaching Artists, Chris Bell and Yadira De La Riva will guide participants in creating their own piece of original theatre through storytelling and performance. By exploring the world of plays, participants will dive into storytellin…
Grand Concourse LibraryAdults