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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178 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 10 AM
Calling all Bridge, Mahjong, and tabletop game players! Join us in person Fridays 10-12p for two hours of gaming fun! This program is for adults ages 18+. First come first serve! **Limited to 16 People**
Riverside LibraryAdults
Sat, March 30
@ 9 AM
Canceled
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
TEST WILL BE HELD ONLINE - PLEASE REGISTER HERE A practice test is a great way to find out how you may score on the SHSAT without having the scores count. After the test, you'll receive a comprehensive score report detailing your strengths and weaknesses. After the students register, they will receive detailed instructions explaining how to log onto The Princeton Review portal and complete the test online at home. After the test, students will receive an email to sign up for a free score con…
53rd Street LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10 AM
Stop by the information desk at the Riverside Children’s Room to join the search for characters hiding amidst our shelves. Challenge your child to unscramble a word puzzle. Good luck! No registration required.
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years),

Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10 AM
Join us for the Riverside knitting and crocheting circle every Saturday from 10am to 12pm. Please bring your own materials and get ready to have some crafty good times!
Riverside LibraryAdults
Sat, March 30
@ 2 PM
Join Columbia University’s Astronomy Department Outreach Team to learn more about the upcoming Total Solar Eclipse happening on April 8th, 2024! In this program, teens and adults will design their own moon to discover what causes a solar eclipse to occur. This program is limited to 25 people. Admission open on a first-come basis.
Riverside LibraryAdults,

Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Mon, April 1
@ 12 PM
Visit the Riverside Library and get one-on-one assistance on how to download free library e-books onto your Android or Apple device. Requirements: Please bring your electronic devices and have your NYPL library card, Google email, Apple ID and/or Amazon account information and related PIN/passwords available on hand.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Mon, April 1
@ 12 PM
Visit the Riverside Library and get one-on-one assistance on how to download free library e-books onto your Android or Apple device. Requirements: Please bring your electronic devices and have your NYPL library card, Google email, Apple ID and/or Amazon account information and related PIN/passwords available on hand.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Mon, April 1
@ 3:15 PM
Join us for a screening ofTeenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem (2023). Raphael, Leonardo, Donatello, and Michelangelo are four turtle brothers with a unique set of skills and a penchant for mischief, which runs them afoul of New York City. Yet when a horde of sinister mutants begins to wreak havoc, the city must learn to rely on the turtles if they are to be saved. Cast: Micah Abbey, Shamon Brown Jr., Nicolas Cantu, Brady Noon, Ayo Edebiri Director(s): Jeff Rowe Rating: PG Runtime: 1h…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Tue, April 2
@ 3 PM
Is your indoor jungle overgrowing your space? Do you have cuttings to give away? Do you want to trade for something new or just adopt a new little plant friend? Join us on the first Tuesday of every month and meet new plant friends, both human and vegetation! Come on down to the Riverside Library and get your swap on! Meet other plant friends! Trade plants, tips, and stories. You may find that wishlist plant you've been looking for or try something entirely new. This is a free plant swap. Ther…
Riverside LibraryAdults,

Families,

Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, April 2
@ 4 PM
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
This program is online only. Do you want to go to college or start a career? Need help making a resume? Schedule a 20-minute virtual one-on-one counseling session with staff from the Riverside Library. (Open to the first three teens who make an online reservation). We can help you look for/with: College programs Resume and cover letter assistance Job opportunities No matter what age, we're here to help you reach your college and career goals.
Riverside Library
Online
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Wed, April 3
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
ADVANCE IN-PERSON REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration begins 1 day prior to the event at the Children's Room Information Desk. On the day of the event, please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to check-in and receive your entry pass. Doors open 5 minutes prior to start time. Admission may NOT be granted for late arrivals and may be given to patrons on the waitlist. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles ou…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Wed, April 3
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
ADVANCE IN-PERSON REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration begins 1 day prior to the event at the Children's Room Information Desk. On the day of the event, please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to check-in and receive your entry pass. Doors open 5 minutes prior to start time. Admission may NOT be granted for late arrivals and may be given to patrons on the waitlist. Best for children who are pre-walkers and who prefer a gentle, slow-paced program. Join us for a special time to bond with your littl…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Wed, April 3
@ 3 PM
NYPL Innovation Project
Join us for a special Crunchyroll showing of the anime film, "Your Name." Teens Mitsuha and Taki are total strangers living completely different lives. But when Mitsuha makes a wish to leave her mountain town for the bustling city of Tokyo, they become connected in a bizarre way. Snacks and free giveaways will be provided. This initiative is made possible by NYPL's Innovation Lab, which pilots new staff ideas for reaching and engaging our communities.
Riverside LibraryAdults,

50+,

Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Wed, April 3
@ 4 PM
This event will take place in-person at Riverside Library. Wanna color and get creative? We will meet every Wednesday at 4pm. It's not just for kids! Join us and discover the fun and calming benefits of coloring. Color, relax and enjoy! Coloring supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials too.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Thu, April 4
@ 3:30 PM
Bring your imagination and join us for fun with LEGOs! Blocks of various sizes will be provided. Space is limited on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Riverside LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Fri, April 5
@ 10 AM
Calling all Bridge, Mahjong, and tabletop game players! Join us in person Fridays 10-12p for two hours of gaming fun! This program is for adults ages 18+. First come first serve! **Limited to 16 People**
Riverside LibraryAdults
Sat, April 6
@ 10 AM
Join us for the Riverside knitting and crocheting circle every Saturday from 10am to 12pm. Please bring your own materials and get ready to have some crafty good times!
Riverside LibraryAdults
Sat, April 6
@ 2 PM
R.E.A.D. ® is the 1st and foremost comprehensive reading to therapy dogs support program helping to improve children’s literacy and social skills through the assistance of trained, registered, and insured therapy dog teams as literacy mentors. R.E.A.D. is a program of Intermountain Therapy Animals of Salt Lake City, Utah. Dogs can’t read but they can be great listeners! Reading to a therapy dog is fun! Children can sign up to read for approximately 10-15 minutes each during the R.E.A.D. sessi…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Mon, April 8
@ 12 PM
Visit the Riverside Library and get one-on-one assistance on how to download free library e-books onto your Android or Apple device. Requirements: Please bring your electronic devices and have your NYPL library card, Google email, Apple ID and/or Amazon account information and related PIN/passwords available on hand.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Mon, April 8
@ 12 PM
Visit the Riverside Library and get one-on-one assistance on how to download free library e-books onto your Android or Apple device. Requirements: Please bring your electronic devices and have your NYPL library card, Google email, Apple ID and/or Amazon account information and related PIN/passwords available on hand.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Mon, April 8
@ 3:15 PM
Join us for a screening of Paw Patrol: The Mighty Movie (2023). When a magical meteor crash lands in Adventure City, it gives the PAW Patrol pups superpowers, transforming them into The MIGHTY PUPS! For Skye, the smallest member of the team, her new powers are a dream come true. But things take a turn for the worse when the pups' archrival Humdinger breaks out of jail and teams up with a mad scientist to steal the superpowers for the two villains. With the fate of Adventure City hanging in the b…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Tue, April 9
@ 4 PM
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
This program is online only. Do you want to go to college or start a career? Need help making a resume? Schedule a 20-minute virtual one-on-one counseling session with staff from the Riverside Library. (Open to the first three teens who make an online reservation). We can help you look for/with: College programs Resume and cover letter assistance Job opportunities No matter what age, we're here to help you reach your college and career goals.
Riverside Library
Online
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Wed, April 10
@ 3 PM
The title for this month's Book Club: Roman Stories by Jhumpa Lahiri
Riverside LibraryAdults
Wed, April 10
@ 3:30 PM
Come in and show off your gaming skills and play some fun and friendly competitive video games. No Registration Required; Space is limited on a first-come, first-serve basis. Open for kids 8-13.
Riverside LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Wed, April 10
@ 4 PM
This event will take place in-person at Riverside Library. Wanna color and get creative? We will meet every Wednesday at 4pm. It's not just for kids! Join us and discover the fun and calming benefits of coloring. Color, relax and enjoy! Coloring supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials too.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Thu, April 11
@ 3:30 PM
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
This event is in-person only. Teens, are you looking for a job? This info talk will cover all parts of the job hunt, from creating a resume to preparing for a job interview. Snacks will be provided.
Riverside LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Fri, April 12
@ 10 AM
Calling all Bridge, Mahjong, and tabletop game players! Join us in person Fridays 10-12p for two hours of gaming fun! This program is for adults ages 18+. First come first serve! **Limited to 16 People**
Riverside LibraryAdults
Sat, April 13
@ 10 AM
Join us for the Riverside knitting and crocheting circle every Saturday from 10am to 12pm. Please bring your own materials and get ready to have some crafty good times!
Riverside LibraryAdults
Sat, April 13
@ 11 AM
R.E.A.D. ® is the 1st and foremost comprehensive reading to therapy dogs support program helping to improve children’s literacy and social skills through the assistance of trained, registered and insured therapy dog teams as literacy mentors. R.E.A.D. is a program of Intermountain Therapy Animals of Salt Lake City, Utah. Dogs can’t read but they can be great listeners! Reading to a therapy dog is fun! Children can sign up to read for approximately 10-15 minutes each during the R.E.A.D. sessio…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Mon, April 15
@ 12 PM
Visit the Riverside Library and get one-on-one assistance on how to download free library e-books onto your Android or Apple device. Requirements: Please bring your electronic devices and have your NYPL library card, Google email, Apple ID and/or Amazon account information and related PIN/passwords available on hand.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Mon, April 15
@ 12 PM
Visit the Riverside Library and get one-on-one assistance on how to download free library e-books onto your Android or Apple device. Requirements: Please bring your electronic devices and have your NYPL library card, Google email, Apple ID and/or Amazon account information and related PIN/passwords available on hand.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Mon, April 15
@ 3 PM
Join us for a screening of Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse (2023). Miles Morales catapults across the Multiverse, where he encounters a team of Spider-People charged with protecting its very existence. When the heroes clash on how to handle a new threat, Miles must redefine what it means to be a hero. Cast: Shameik Moore, Hailee Steinfeld, Oscar Isaac, Jake Johnson Director(s): Joaquim Dos Santos Rating: PG Runtime: 2h 16min **Please note: Seating is limited to only 20 children with a…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Tue, April 16
@ 4 PM
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
This program is online only. Do you want to go to college or start a career? Need help making a resume? Schedule a 20-minute virtual one-on-one counseling session with staff from the Riverside Library. (Open to the first three teens who make an online reservation). We can help you look for/with: College programs Resume and cover letter assistance Job opportunities No matter what age, we're here to help you reach your college and career goals.
Riverside Library
Online
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Wed, April 17
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
ADVANCE IN-PERSON REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration begins 1 day prior to the event at the Children's Room Information Desk. On the day of the event, please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to check-in and receive your entry pass. Doors open 5 minutes prior to start time. Admission may NOT be granted for late arrivals and may be given to patrons on the waitlist. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles ou…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Wed, April 17
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
ADVANCE IN-PERSON REGISTRATION REQUIRED. Registration begins 1 day prior to the event at the Children's Room Information Desk. On the day of the event, please plan to arrive 15 minutes prior to check-in and receive your entry pass. Doors open 5 minutes prior to start time. Admission may NOT be granted for late arrivals and may be given to patrons on the waitlist. Best for children who are pre-walkers and who prefer a gentle, slow-paced program. Join us for a special time to bond with your littl…
Riverside LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Wed, April 17
@ 4 PM
This event will take place in-person at Riverside Library. Wanna color and get creative? We will meet every Wednesday at 4pm. It's not just for kids! Join us and discover the fun and calming benefits of coloring. Color, relax and enjoy! Coloring supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials too.
Riverside LibraryAdults
Thu, April 18
@ 3:30 PM
Bring your imagination and join us for fun with LEGOs! Blocks of various sizes will be provided. Space is limited on a first-come, first-serve basis.
Riverside LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, April 18
@ 4 PM
Arab American Heritage Month
This event is online only. Join us as three librarians talk about comics for Arab American Heritage Month, Muslim comics and humorous comics . Teens who attend and visit any of the three libraries afterwards can get a free comic book to keep. Advanced registration required. The link to the virtual event will be sent one day in advance. Attendees must have a valid email address and a device with an Internet connection and audio and/or video capabilities. Public participation in the talk is optio…
Riverside Library
Online
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Fri, April 19
@ 10 AM
Calling all Bridge, Mahjong, and tabletop game players! Join us in person Fridays 10-12p for two hours of gaming fun! This program is for adults ages 18+. First come first serve! **Limited to 16 People**
Riverside LibraryAdults
Sat, April 20
@ 10 AM
Join us for the Riverside knitting and crocheting circle every Saturday from 10am to 12pm. Please bring your own materials and get ready to have some crafty good times!
Riverside LibraryAdults