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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Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 4 PM
Canceled
This program will take place in person at West Farms Library. Kids get to test out their spelling and vocabulary skills with our weekly Spelling Bee. Recommended for ages 7 to 12.
West Farms LibraryChildren
Today
@ 4 PM
Online
This event is online only. For children ages 7-12 who love to create and innovate. Join staff from 58th Street Library via Google Meet as we learn a recipe or make a craft together. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join. *This event involves making a snack or craft at home! A list of ingredients and tools needed will be provided beforehand.* Participation limited to 10 child participants. Each child participant must be accompanied by an adult when…
Online via Google Hangouts MeetChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 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
Today
@ 4 PM
This event will take place in person at Allerton Library. Please join us for an hour of board game fun-we have many games to choose from! Play an old favorite or learn a new game with your friends. This program is intended for children ages six and older. No registration necessary.
Allerton Library, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
Want to be a part of the Teen Center's Volunteer Group? Join us in-person at the SNFL Teen Center (with the option of going hybrid after your first meeting) every other Friday to hang out with your peers and help inform the programs and services at your library! (Snacks are usually included.) To earn community service hours, teens must complete a few required trainings which can all be done remotely. Please fill out this Google Form to be receive those instructions and be added to our Teen Vo…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
Teen Recording Studio & Media Lab
Event Details Working on a music, photo, video, or graphic design project? The Media Lab is open! Our workstations are fully equipped for all kinds of projects. Come by the lab to... Create music and edit audio in Logic Pro X or ProTools Edit video in Final Cut Pro X or Adobe Premiere Create graphic designs in Adobe Illustrator and InDesign Edit photos in Lightroom and Photoshop.... And more! You can come work independently on your own projects, or if you're just starting out, our s…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
Come have fun and learn through building with Legos! We have our own Lego table available and many baseplates to create your own mini-world. Come and see what you can create! Families welcome.
Tremont LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
Teen Recording Studio & Media Lab
Are you a budding musician looking to record your next hit song? Our state-of-the-art recording studio is here to help! Open Studio offers a unique opportunity for teens to come in, record their music, and receive feedback from their Youth Media Mentors! Plus, you'll have the chance to learn about audio engineering and get a behind-the-scenes look at the recording process. In Open Studio teens are invited to record 1 song up to 3 minutes. Depending on registrants for the day, sessions ca…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
This program is made possible by NYPL’s Innovation Lab, which pilots new staff ideas for reaching and engaging our communities.
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
This event will take place in person at the Clason's Point Library. Join us to play Nintendo Switch and board games! Snacks will be provided. For tweens and teens ages 12-18.
Clason's Point LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 4 PM
Join us at the Bronx Library Center and enjoy a family friendly movie every other Friday at 4 pm. Enjoy some cool activities while you watch. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required.
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

Families
Today
@ 5 PM
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
This event is online only. Join a Yale student for a Q&A session directed by you! Presented in partnership with Budding Branches, an organization that connects teens with current students and recent college graduates offering a firsthand look at campus life. Active participation is encouraged!
Chatham Square Library
Online
Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years),

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
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 on Saturdays for Arts and Crafts with paint, paper, and popsicles!
Grand Concourse Library, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10 AM
This program will take place at the Bloomingdale Library. Enjoy dramtic, themed playtime! This is an informal all day playtime for kids big and small. Toys will be brought out appropriate for toddlers through early elementary. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.
Bloomingdale LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10 AM
Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child’s learning through play! Sign up for the NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on upcoming author talks and events happening at the Library and online. Get updates on online programming, at-home activities, and more in your inbox! -- Únase a nosotros para una visita a la biblioteca y conozca a otros cuidadores mientras…
Washington Heights LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10 AM
STEAM - Lego Club! STEAM Lego Club Saturdays, 11 AM to 12 PM How creative can you be? Can you build a castle or spaceship? If you love being creative and building with Legos, come on in and let your imagination run wild! Soundview Library Soundview 660 Soundview Avenue, Bronx, NY 10473 718-589-0880 Partially Accessible nypl.org/events Lego Club Saturdays, 11 am to 12 PM No Registration Required Kids: 6 years old to 12 years old
Soundview LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10 AM
Play at our LEGO table Wednesday-Saturday from 10:00am-1:00pm in our early literacy corner! For Children ages 0-5 and their caregivers. Large LEGOS only.
Richmondtown Library, Second FloorChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
Led by an experienced educator from the National Museum of Mathematics, MathPlay offers children the opportunity to play well-developed games that help broaden math skills, improve problem-solving techniques, fine-tune motor coordination, and enhance communication and social skills. Each week, children will learn about shapes, patterns, numbers, and time! For children ages 3-5. Limited to 15 families. Programs are first come first served. Please arrive on time. We may not be able to accommodate…
Harry Belafonte 115th Street LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 10:15 AM
Join us for interactive stories, songs, and play during Sensory Storytime! This inclusive literacy program will be held monthly on Saturdays. It is designed to engage children through movement, music, active stories, sensory materials and visual schedules. This program is ideal for children with autism spectrum disorders, or any child that may have difficulty attending in large groups. Best for ages 2-6 years. Registration is required and sensory storytime is limited to 12 participants.…
Seward Park Library, Community RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Sat, March 30
@ 10:30 AM
This event will take place in person at the Woodlawn Heights Library. Join us for an unstructured hour of arts and crafts for school aged kids! We'll focus on using basic arts and crafts materials to make new and fun creations every week!
Woodlawn Heights LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 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, March 25. Please arrive on time. The doors will close once the program begins. THE PROGRAM IS FULL. REGISTRA…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sat, March 30
@ 10:30 AM
Dogs can’t read but they can be great listeners! Enjoy individual no-pressure reading time with a licensed therapy dog. Children can sign up to read approximately 15 minutes each during the R.E.A.D. session. Spots are limited and registration is required. To register please call or stop by the Webster Library in person. We ask that families sign up for only ONE session per child each month, in order to allow more children to participate. For ages 5-12. Reading Education Assistance Dogs® R.E.…
Webster LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
"This event will take place in person at the Hamilton Grange Branch Library." Do you have the "coolest" gaming moves? Are you the best of the best? Show off your skills with the controller and challenge your friends in gaming matches in the library. Take part in our tournaments!
Hamilton Grange LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
This event will take place in person at South Beach Library. Join us at the library to create art that sparkles and shines! Our paint is washable, but please dress to make a mess! (Ages 3+)
South Beach LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years),

Families
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Families are welcome to meet fellow families for a playdate at Tremont Library! Learn new skills to help your child's early literacy skills grow while also making connections with other families in your community.
Tremont LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Immigrants,

Parents/Caregivers,

Teachers,

Early Childhood Educators
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Stories, songs and a craft for the whole family!
Ottendorfer LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Van Cortlandt Library. A librarian will share favorite picture books, providing children with the wonder of books and the joy of reading. For children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.
Van Cortlandt LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
This program will take place in person at Macomb's Bridge Library. Like to play board games? Come play with us and friends! We'll feature a variety of different games, ranging from board to card games. For all ages. Registration is not required for this event.
Macomb's Bridge LibraryChildren
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child’s learning through play! Best for ages 0-4 & their caregivers. No registration required. First come will be first served.
Richmondtown Library, Second FloorChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Parents/Caregivers
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.
Riverdale LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Five Senses
This event will take place in person at the Kips Bay Library. Join us for a delightful blend of learning and fun in our Open Play Kitchen program for kids ages 2-11 years old and their parents/caregivers. Step into a world of imagination where little chefs can explore, create, and learn. Our program offers a vibrant play kitchen set up with utensils, pretend food, and cooking accessories. Children engage in imaginative cooking, fostering creativity, social interaction, and basic culinary skills…
Kips Bay Library, Children's roomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in the New Dorp Library. Get to know other families in the neighborhood as we move and groove together! Join us for dancing, singing and movement activities for little ones and their caregivers.
New Dorp LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Throg's Neck Library. Join the Throg's Neck Library Children's staff for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in the this storytime that's fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multi-aged children. For ages 0-5. Caregivers must be present with their child in order for both to participate.
Throg's Neck LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sat, March 30
@ 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, March 25. 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, March 30
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Saturday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the Second Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is neccesary.
Seward Park LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11:30 AM
In person at the Morningside Heights Library. Ballet & Books in partnership with the Morningside Heights Public Library. The program is now full. Registration is closed. Enroll your child for weekly dance classes and one-on-one reading sessions with a Barnard/Columbia student! The deadline to enroll is Feb 10, 2024. Applications and forms are available at Morningside Heights's second-floor information desk or scan the QR code. EMAIL TO LEARN MORE morningside.nyc@balletandbooks.org Fo…
Morningside Heights Library, Community RoomChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, March 30
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child's learning through play! Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. It is not a structured program. Sign up for the biweekly NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on free children's programs, upcoming author talks, and more happening at th…
Hamilton Grange LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Sat, March 30
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child's learning through play!
Van Cortlandt LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)