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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56 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 11 AM
Banned Books
Join NYPL for a special writing workshop series, Unbound: Writing in a Contentious Landscape. Celebrate books for all and explore writing prowess with multi-genre writing courses featured around freedom of self-expression and ideas of censorship. Freedom to Read, Freedom to Write: with Christina Chiu In this workshop, participants will be inspired by different themes from frequently banned books and consciously flex their own freedom-of-expression muscles to generate writing based on subjec…
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Today
@ 3:30 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for stories, songs and crafts at our Tuesday afternoon storytime! For children ages 3-5. Registration is required. A sign-up sheet will be available at the desk on the first floor on the morning of the event.
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Today
@ 4 PM
Need help creating an email account, or learning how to use Microsoft Word? Want to video chat your family members on Zoom but don’t know how? We’re here to help! FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. This program will take place in the St. Agnes Computer Lab (3rd Floor).
St. Agnes LibraryAdults,

50+
Today
@ 5:30 PM
Poetry and Rabbits The One Page Poetry Circle is free and open to all who are interested in poetry. Bring a single page of poetry by a known poet on the monthly theme, with copies for others if you can. We’re back for the sixteenth spring season of the One Page Poetry Circle where people examine the works of established poets. While there is no instructor and this is not a workshop for personal writing, once a month OPPC gives everyone a place to become teachers and learners to explore the fo…
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomAdults
Wed, March 20
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at St. Agnes Library. Join us for songs and favorite read-aloud books at this series that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. In person registration is required for this event. There is limited space. Sign up on the morning of the event at the Circulation desk.
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Thu, March 21
@ 11 AM
We will work on a writing prompt and discuss an aspect of craft. Share your work in a friendly environment and talk about writing. Open to all adults. No experience necessary. Please bring a notebook. Located in the community room, third floor.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Thu, March 21
@ 4 PM
This program will take place in the St. Agnes Library Community Program Room (3rd Floor). Pour the resin into a silicone coaster mold, create your own design with the filler contents, leave it to set, and pick it up on a later date! Plus, come get FREE SNACKS! Cookies! Soda! And more!
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Fri, March 22
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at St. Agnes Library. Join us for songs and favorite read-aloud books at this series that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. In person registration is required for this event. There is limited space. Sign up on the morning of the event at the Circulation desk.
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Fri, March 22
@ 3 PM
TechConnect
Learn how email works, sign up for a free email account, and learn about sending, replying to, forwarding messages and attachments. This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Limited space available. Session Dates: Friday, March 8, 3PM Friday, March 22, 3PM Registration Required - Sign-up sheet located at the Information Desk (2nd Floor)
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Sat, March 23
@ 2 PM
Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Sat, March 23
@ 2 PM
March 2, 2PM Nightmare Alley (2021) Con artist Stan Carlisle finds an unexpected ally in Dr. Lilith Ritter, a psychiatrist, to amp up his scams. However, as Lilith allows Stan to see her for who she truly is, Stan begins to fear his new associate. Based on the novel by William Lindsay Gresham. Rated R, 140 mins. March 9, 2PM A Haunting in Venice (2023) Now retired and living in self-imposed exile in the world's most glamorous city, Poirot reluctantly attends a seance at a decaying, haunted…
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Tue, March 26
@ 11 AM
Crochet and Knitting Meetup Do you like to crochet or knit? Do you want to meet fellow crafters? Please bring your own supplies. Someone from the NYC Crochet Guild will be able to help you. 2nd and 4th TUESDAY 11AM -1 PM No registration required Open to Adults 18+
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Tue, March 26
@ 3:30 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for stories, songs and crafts at our Tuesday afternoon storytime! For children ages 3-5. Registration is required. A sign-up sheet will be available at the desk on the first floor on the morning of the event.
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Tue, March 26
@ 4 PM
Need help creating an email account, or learning how to use Microsoft Word? Want to video chat your family members on Zoom but don’t know how? We’re here to help! FIRST COME FIRST SERVED. This program will take place in the St. Agnes Computer Lab (3rd Floor).
St. Agnes LibraryAdults,

50+
Wed, March 27
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at St. Agnes Library. Join us for songs and favorite read-aloud books at this series that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. In person registration is required for this event. There is limited space. Sign up on the morning of the event at the Circulation desk.
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Thu, March 28
@ 4 PM
Come watch awesome anime with your friends, eat snacks, and get to know other teens who also love anime (or who are just starting out!) YOU get to help vote on what we watch. From the below list, on this specific Thursday, we will watch... (majority vote taken at the start of the program wins) Frieren My Hero Academia SPY x FAMILY Naruto Yuri on Ice Mob Psycho 100 Fairy Tail Slam Dunk This program will take place in the St. Agnes Community Program Room (3rd Floor). No registration r…
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Thu, March 28
@ 5:30 PM
Join us for the next meeting of The Classics Book Club, where we discuss great, shorter works that continue to inspire and help us make meaning of the world. Copies of Kidnapped by Robert Louis Stevenson are available at the 2nd floor info desk.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Fri, March 29
@ 4 PM
STEAM for Kids
This event will take place in person at St. Agnes Library. Join us after school for some open-ended arts and crafts inspired by the season! Make decorations, or just express yourself with a variety of materials! Open to children of all ages. No registration required.
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years),

Families
Sat, March 30
@ 2 PM
March 2, 2PM Nightmare Alley (2021) Con artist Stan Carlisle finds an unexpected ally in Dr. Lilith Ritter, a psychiatrist, to amp up his scams. However, as Lilith allows Stan to see her for who she truly is, Stan begins to fear his new associate. Based on the novel by William Lindsay Gresham. Rated R, 140 mins. March 9, 2PM A Haunting in Venice (2023) Now retired and living in self-imposed exile in the world's most glamorous city, Poirot reluctantly attends a seance at a decaying, haunted…
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Thu, April 4
@ 4 PM
This program will take place in the St. Agnes Library Community Program Room (3rd Floor). Video Games: Dragon Ball FighterZ, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Just Dance 2023, Mario Kart 8 Board Games: Exploding Kittens, Uno, Chess, Tinderblox, Taco Cat Goat Cheese Pizza, Sushi Go! Challenge your friends! Video Games and Board Games, whichever you prefer! Also, come get FREE SNACKS! Cookies! Soda! And more!
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Sat, April 6
@ 2 PM
Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Tue, April 9
@ 11 AM
Crochet and Knitting Meetup Do you like to crochet or knit? Do you want to meet fellow crafters? Please bring your own supplies. Someone from the NYC Crochet Guild will be able to help you. 2nd and 4th TUESDAY 11AM -1 PM No registration required Open to Adults 18+
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Wed, April 10
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 10
@ 12:30 PM
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Information Session ST. AGNES LIBRARY - 3rd floor Wednesday, APRIL 10 12:30 PM OR 6 PM SHARP Space is limited to 60 per session At the Information Session, you will make an appointment to register for classes. Please note: Classes will meet from April 22 - June 30. Classes are for adults. Classes meet online or in-person. 6-month commitment is required to participate. Must live, work, or study in NYC. Testing is required for placement. Documentation is not required. Chi…
St. Agnes Library, The Pasculano Foundation Adult Learning CenterAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Wed, April 10
@ 6 PM
English for Speakers of Other Languages
Information Session ST. AGNES LIBRARY - 3rd floor Wednesday, APRIL 10 12:30 PM OR 6 PM SHARP Space is limited to 60 per session At the Information Session, you will make an appointment to register for classes. Please note: Classes will meet from April 22 - June 30. Classes are for adults. Classes meet online or in-person. 6-month commitment is required to participate. Must live, work, or study in NYC. Testing is required for placement. Documentation is not required. Chi…
St. Agnes Library, The Pasculano Foundation Adult Learning CenterAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Sat, April 13
@ 12 PM
Check out our amazing book sale. Great prices and selection! All materials are donations from friends and neighbors of the library.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults,

Book Lovers
Sat, April 13
@ 2 PM
Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Wed, April 17
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Thu, April 18
@ 4:30 PM
"Reducing Anxiety Through Meditation" ( Online) Life in today’s world is stressful. People are anxious about their health, their finances, their relationships, their safety and their work. Doctors and medical practitioners are promoting the benefits of meditation to relieve stress and anxiety. By sitting in meditation, we can calm the body and the mind. Once we connect to a place of happiness and peace within us,…
onlineAdults
Sat, April 20
@ 2 PM
Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Tue, April 23
@ 11 AM
Crochet and Knitting Meetup Do you like to crochet or knit? Do you want to meet fellow crafters? Please bring your own supplies. Someone from the NYC Crochet Guild will be able to help you. 2nd and 4th TUESDAY 11AM -1 PM No registration required Open to Adults 18+
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Wed, April 24
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, April 24
@ 3 PM
This program will be in person at St Agnes Library. Let your imagination take the wheel with these short films. Whether dreaming up the fantastical, like a spider’s goal to capture the moon, or the practical, like a young animator’s future stardom, these shorts are sure to enchant and delight all audiences (but especially our youngest!) Presented by NYICFF
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, April 27
@ 2 PM
Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Mon, April 29
@ 2 PM
"The Healing Power of Meditation" We are living in times that are stressful, and meditation can be just the tool we need to help us cope with the challenges of everyday life. Join Andrew Vidich, educator, author, international speaker and longtime mediator who has been practicing meditation for over 40 years. He will discuss how meditation can improve our physical, mental, and spiritual health. This afternoon you will have a chance to learn and practice a simple technique that can redu…
St. Agnes Library, Community Program RoomAdults
Wed, May 1
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Sat, May 4
@ 2 PM
Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults
Wed, May 8
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, May 8
@ 12 PM
Check out our amazing book sale. Great prices and selection! All materials are donations from friends and neighbors of the library.
St. Agnes LibraryAdults,

Book Lovers
Thu, May 9
@ 4 PM
Heritage Celebration Programming
Join us for a special performance to celebrate Jewish-American Heritage Month. NYC-based ISLE of KLEZBOS & Friends approaches tradition with irreverence and respect. The soulful, fun-loving powerhouse all-women’s klezmer ensemble has toured from Vienna to Vancouver since 1998, and will bring a quartet special for this performance. Band repertoire ranges from rambunctious to entrancing: neo-traditional folk dance, mystical melodies, Yiddish swing & retro tango, late Soviet-era Jewish drin…
St. Agnes LibraryAdults