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.

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79 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Mon, December 4
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Space is limited to 15 babies. Registration is required. Registration begins on We…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Mon, December 4
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Space is limited to 15 babies. Registration is required. Registration begins on We…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Tue, December 5
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books. At the end of each storytime, we will have a short craft or activity. For children ages 3-5. Space is limited to 15 children. Registration begins on Thursday, November 30. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Thu, December 7
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 1. Please arrive on time. The do…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 7
@ 10:45 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 1. Please arrive on time. The doo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 7
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 1. Please arrive on time. The doo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Sat, December 9
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Monday, December 4th. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sat, December 9
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Monday, December 4th. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Mon, December 11
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Space is limited to 15 babies. Registration is required. Registration begins on We…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Mon, December 11
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Space is limited to 15 babies. Registration is required. Registration begins on We…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Tue, December 12
@ 3:30 PM
KidsLIVE
Join us for a very special author talk with Beth Lincoln! In this program, we'll be discussing one of Beth's new books, The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels, featured on Best Books for Kids 2023. There will be a Q&A with the author and the audience, then we will do a fun activity together! You can join this program virtually via Zoom, or attend an in person livestream at select NYPL locations. Visit the events page for in person livestream locations. Register above to receive the Zoom…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center
Register for the livestream Zoom link here
Children,

School Age (5-12 years)
Tue, December 12
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books. At the end of each storytime, we will have a short craft or activity. For children ages 3-5. Space is limited to 15 children. Registration begins on Thursday, December 7. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Thu, December 14
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 8. Please arrive on time. The do…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 14
@ 10:45 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 8. Please arrive on time. The doo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 14
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 8. Please arrive on time. The doo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Fri, December 15
@ 3 PM
Build a better world, show your creativity, and join us for LEGO time! Kids and their grown-up will have a chance to show off their building skills with LEGOs provided by the library. Blocks of various sizes will be provided for children 18 months-4 years and 5-12 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please bring along a camera to take pictures of your creation! For children ages 18 months to 12 years. Space is limited. Registration is not required. First come,…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, December 16
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Monday, December 11th. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sat, December 16
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Monday, December 11th. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sun, December 17
@ 11 AM
Canceled
Early Literacy
このプログラムはスタブロス・ニアルコス・ファンデーション・ライブラリー内、チルドレンズセンターで対面で行われます。 児童図書館員のウィルソン暢子と一緒に、日本語の歌、手遊び、絵本の読み聞かせなど、楽しいストーリータイムを過ごしましょう!このストーリータイムは乳児幼児対象で、全て日本語で行われます。ご質問等、気軽にnobukowilson@nypl.orgまでお寄せください。定員は子供25人までとなります。事前に予約が必要です。 このお話の時間の予約は、12月17日(火)から受け付けています。児童センターに電話または立ち寄って、予約をしてください。 This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join children’s librarian, Nobuko Wilson, as she shares songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books for littl…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Mon, December 18
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Space is limited to 15 babies. Registration is required. Registration begins on We…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Mon, December 18
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. For children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Space is limited to 15 babies. Registration is required. Registration begins on We…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Tue, December 19
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books. At the end of each storytime, we will have a short craft or activity. For children ages 3-5. Space is limited to 15 children. Registration begins on Thursday, December 14. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Wed, December 20
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a playdate! Babies, toddlers and their parents/caregivers will take part in a variety of activities which support early literacy skills. Toys will be provided. Please note that this is not a structured program and that children must be supervised at all times. For children ages 6 - 35 months. No registration is required.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Thu, December 21
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 15. Please arrive on time. The do…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 21
@ 10:45 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 15. Please arrive on time. The do…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 21
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 15. Please arrive on time. The do…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Sat, December 23
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Monday, December 18th. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sat, December 23
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Monday, December 18th. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Wed, December 27
@ 10 AM
Build a better world, show your creativity, and join us for LEGO time! Kids and their grown-up will have a chance to show off their building skills with LEGOs provided by the library. Blocks of various sizes will be provided for children 18 months-4 years and 5-12 years old. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Please bring along a camera to take pictures of your creation! For children ages 18 months to 12 years. Space is limited. Registration is not required. First come,…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, December 28
@ 10 AM
Canceled
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 22. Please arrive on time. The d…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 28
@ 10:45 AM
Canceled
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 22. Please arrive on time. The do…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, December 28
@ 11:30 AM
Canceled
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 22. Please arrive on time. The do…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Sat, December 30
@ 11 AM
Join us for our New Year's countdown party! Grammy-nominated music artist, Fyütch, will be here to perform high energy songs about social justice and environmental health with affirming chants and dance moves! Presented by Fyütch. This program is made possible by the Rockefeller Foundation.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, January 4
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 29. Please arrive on time. The d…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, January 4
@ 10:45 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 29. Please arrive on time. The d…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, January 4
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, December 29. Please arrive on time. The d…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Tue, January 9
@ 3:30 PM
KidsLIVE
Join us for a very special author talk with Betty C Tang! In this program, we'll be discussing one of Betty's new books, Parachute Kids, featured on Best Books for Kids 2023. There will be a Q&A with the author and the audience, then we will then we will draw all together, so bring your paper, pencil, and whatever you like to color with. You can join this program virtually via Zoom, or attend an in person livestream at select NYPL locations. Visit the events page for in person livestream l…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's Center
Register for the livestream Zoom link here
Children,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, January 11
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, January 5. Please arrive on time. The doo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, January 11
@ 10:45 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, January 5. Please arrive on time. The doo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Thu, January 11
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Space is limited to 20 children. Registration is required. Registration starts Friday, January 5. Please arrive on time. The doo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families