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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710 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Sat, June 14
@ 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. Registration is not required. First come, first served.
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sat, June 14
@ 10:30 AM
This program will take place in person at Charleston Library. We’re cooking up a delicious storytime! Join us Saturday morning for cookie themed songs, dances, and books! Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Craft to follow storytime! For children of all ages and their caregivers. Registration is not required for this program. Crafts are first come, first served. Maximum capacity of 20 children. We are located in the Bricktown Commons at 225 Bricktown Way and can be reached at…
Charleston LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, June 14
@ 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.
Kips Bay Library, Children's roomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, June 14
@ 11 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 10 minutes each during the R.E.A.D. session. Spots are limited and registration is required. Please make sure you are at the library at least 5 minutes before your assigned time. To register please call or stop by the Yorkville Library in person. For ages 5-12. Reading Education Assistance Dogs® R.E.A.D. ® is the 1st and foremost…
Yorkville Library, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, June 14
@ 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, June 14
@ 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, June 14
@ 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, June 14
@ 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, June 14
@ 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, June 14
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person family storytime program with songs, rhymes, and your favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with multiple-aged children.
Harry Belafonte 115th Street LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, June 14
@ 2 PM
This event will take place in person at the Morrisania Library. Join us for a fun-filled event starting with an animated story from BookFlix, a NYPL digital resource that brings stories to life. After storytime, families can enjoy hands-on play with toys and games that spark creativity, learning and social skills. BookFlix pairs classic fictional video storybooks from Weston Woods with nonfiction eBooks from Scholastic. (PreK - 3) ***This program is open to children of all ages and their p…
Morrisania LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Sun, June 15
@ 11 AM
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。 事前に電話又はチルドレンズセンターのデスクでの予約が必要です。 日本語ストーリータイムは毎月第3週目の日曜日に行われます。予約その週の火曜日からとなります。 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…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sun, June 15
@ 2:30 PM
Early Literacy
Families can enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and fingerplays, and spend time with other toddlers in the neighborhood. This is an in person event. The limit is 10 children and their caregivers. Please Note: Programs are subject to change
Grand Concourse Library, Children's RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sun, June 15
@ 2:30 PM
Join us at the Washington Heights Library on Sundays for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. 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 en la Biblioteca Washington Heights los domingos para…
Washington Heights LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sun, June 15
@ 3:30 PM
*This event will take place in person at the Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library.* Join us for a live program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Storytime is a program for parents/caregivers and their children. Both the parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program: unaccompanied adults or children will be asked to leave the program.
Todt Hill-Westerleigh LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Mon, June 16
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at 58th Street Library. Join the librarian for a rollicking storytime for babies aged 0-18 months and their caregivers. Children who can walk unassisted are asked to attend Toddler Storytime. There will be books, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays that will not only delight the little ones but also foster valuable early literacy skills. It’s a great opportunity for bonding and also meeting other children and caregivers in the community. *Online registration i…
58th Street Library, Community Meeting Room (not wheelchair accessible)Children,

Infant (0-18 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 10:15 AM
Online
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. Registration is required.
Online via Google MeetChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Mon, June 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 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…
Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Children's CenterChildren,

Families
Mon, June 16
@ 10:30 AM
NYPL en Español
Join us for Bilingual storytime. English and Spanish. We will sing songs, share books, and learn some Spanish words and phrases. Ages: 0-5. 20 families first come first served.
96th Street LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Mon, June 16
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
Picture book stories, rhymes, and songs for babies and toddlers.
Jefferson Market LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Mon, June 16
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This program is intended for pre-walkers and new walkers only. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other parents and 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.
Hunts Point Library, Children's RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Spuyten Duyvil Library. Join us for family storytime! We’ll read stories, sing songs, and groove to some of our favorite tunes.
Spuyten Duyvil LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Mon, June 16
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person, at the Pelham Bay Library. Join us for a special baby storytime to bond with your baby. Let's introduce them to the to the joys of movement, books and song. They can begin to build their early learning skills! For crawlers/pre-walkers. Be prepared to hold your baby on your lap. Registration is required in person at the Front Desk. Limited to 8 Babies with their Parents/Caregivers.
Pelham Bay LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Parents/Caregivers
Mon, June 16
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Make new friends and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. For ages birth-5 and their caregivers.
Great Kills LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Parents/Caregivers
Mon, June 16
@ 11 AM
Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active baby/toddler build important early learning skills.
Kips Bay Library, Children's roomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
Picture book stories, rhymes, and songs for babies and toddlers.
Jefferson Market LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Mon, June 16
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Hudson Park Library. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books, songs, and gentle movement in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers and who prefer a gentle, slow-paced program. The Children's Program Room is located on the 2nd floor and there is no elevator.
Hudson Park LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Families
Mon, June 16
@ 11:30 AM
Summer at the Library
This event will take place in person at the Todt Hill-Westerleigh 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. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. This is an in-person event.
Todt Hill-Westerleigh LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 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
Mon, June 16
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Yorkville 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. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Please Note: * Ticket required for entry. Limited to 25 children plus caregiver(s)* **11:30 Storytime - tickets av…
Yorkville Library, Meeting RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 11:30 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books, songs, and gentle movement in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers and who prefer a gentle, slow-paced program.
Ottendorfer LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 12 PM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the South Beach Library! Infants and young babies that are crawlers/pre-walkers and their cargivers are invited to this laid-back, gentle program to enjoy nursery rhymes and stories together as we start baby's love of reading and begin to build literacy skills - all from the comfort of their favorite grown up's lap. For babies, ages 0-18 months, crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers.
South Beach LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 12:30 PM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Yorkville 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. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Please Note: * Ticket required for entry. Limited to 25 children plus caregiver(s)* **11:30 Storytime - tickets av…
Yorkville Library, Meeting RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Mon, June 16
@ 3 PM
Canceled
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Andrew Heiskell 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 30 children. Tickets are distributed 15 minutes before the program. Storytime will begin early if capacity is reached before start time.
Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Parents/Caregivers
Mon, June 16
@ 3 PM
Join staff from the Riverdale Library for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to picture books and art.
Riverdale LibraryChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Mon, June 16
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
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. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Únase a nosotros para escuchar canciones, rimas y libros favoritos para leer en voz alta en esta hora de cuentos que es divertida para toda la familia. Para niños p…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren
Mon, June 16
@ 4:30 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for a hands on experience you won't want to miss that's fun for the whole family. We'll be making art that encourages different levels of exploration! For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Únase a nosotros para vivir una experiencia práctica que no querrá perderse y que será divertida para toda la familia. ¡Haremos a…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren
Tue, June 17
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at 58th Street Library. If you have a child between walking age and 36 months then this is for you! Join the librarian on the 2nd floor for books, action songs, and dancing. Not only will you and your little ones have a great time together but you will also be building important early literacy skills. *Registration is required online.* Please note: Programs take place on the second floor. There is no elevator available, and stroller parking is VERY limited.
58th Street Library, Community Meeting Room (not wheelchair accessible)Children,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Tue, June 17
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam 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. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Limited to 15 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Tue, June 17
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at the Yorkville 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. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Please Note: * Ticket required for entry. Limited to 25 children plus caregiver(s) * ** 10:30 Storytime - tickets available at 9:45…
Yorkville Library, Meeting RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Parents/Caregivers