Events

This event is in-person at Bronx Library Center! Join us at the library for a Saturday morning full of songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books, as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. Feel free to wear your most comfy and cozy pajamas! Don't forget your favorite stuffed friend. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required.

This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us in our 7th floor Rooftop Garden 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 will begin on Monday, June 5. If it rains, we will host the event in our programming space in the Children's Cen…

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 Yorkville Library in person. For ages 5-12. Reading Education Assistance Dogs® R.E.A.D. ® is the 1st and foremost comprehensive reading to therapy dogs support program helping to improve children’s l…

This event will be held in person at St. Agnes library. Join us for songs and favorite read-aloud books at a special Saturday morning storytime! For young children of all ages.

Stories, songs and a craft for the whole family!

This event will be held online. Join the Throgs Neck branch Children's Library 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. Please be sure to register online. Limit: 10 Families You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to parti…

This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. Join us for a fun filled morning of reading and activities!

Hello Parents! Join us for in person Storytime where we share some stories, songs, rhymes or a maybe a craft. This program is geared toward parents/caregivers and their young children (Ages 0-5) Space is limited to 12 children. Please note: Per NYPL policy, a covering is required for all adults and all children over 2 years old. No Registration Required.

Join us Sunday afternoons 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 multi-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 los domingos por la tarde para disfrutar de canciones, rimas y…

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.

*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.

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. In accordance with New Y…

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.

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…

S.T.EA.M!!! It’s S.T.E.A.M! Let's learn, let’s think, let’s make great things @ S.T.E.A.M J@mboree! We’ll tap straight into your child's natural scientific curiosity and teach them all about their senses while singing, dancing, and playing scientific interactive games. Registration required! Best for new walkers, toddlers and/or children at this developmental stage. Discover more online storytimes at nypl.org/storytime Space is limited to 20 children and pre-registration is required!…

Infants and young babies that are crawlers/pre-walkers and their cargivers are invited to enjoy songs and stories together as we start baby's love of reading, and start to build literacy skills. For crawlers/pre-walkers and their caregivers. Please be prepared to sit with baby in your lap! Is your little one more wiggly and active? Check out our Little Movers Program!

Children and their caregivers are invited to join us for some stories at this wonderful community garden. Filled with beautiful flowers, art, and a children's play area, come and see this East Village treasure. Ages 3 and Older. Questions? Contact Theataube@nypl.org

This event will take place in person at the Great Kills Branch. 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. Advanced online sign-up is recommended. Per NYPL policy face coverings are encouraged but not required for adults and children over 24…

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 movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills your can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers.

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.

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…

This event will take place in person. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books and songs celebrating the Summer season with gentle movement in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Únase a nosotros para un momento especial para vincularse con su pequeño y conocer a otros cuidadores. Exploraremos la…

This event will take place in person at the Washington Heights Library. Join us Monday mornings for songs, fingerplays, and stories in English and in Spanish. Ideal for all ages. 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! -- Este evento será en persona en la Biblioteca de Washington Heights. Únase a nosotros los lunes por la…

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…

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…

This event will take place in person. 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. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. 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 pequeños de todas las edades. Ideal para cuidadores con niños de…

This event will take place in person. 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. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. 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 pequeños de todas las edades. Ideal para cuidadores con niños de…

Join us in person at Riverdale Library for a thoughtful discussion of fairytales, which we will use as an entry point to create meaningful artwork. This program is appropriate for students in 4th grade and above.

Join the Andrew Heiskell Children's Librarian at Chelsea Green Park for songs, rhymes, and books in this storytime for the whole family! An afternoon program where the whole family or caregiver with multiple children at different developmental stages can attend. Children ages birth to 5 years old can develop early literacy skills with their parents/cargivers.

This event will take place in person at the Webster Library. Join us for stories, songs, rhymes, and fun, as we help your child get ready to read. Followed by a craft to help your child develop school readiness skills. For preschool-aged children (ages 3-5), or those for whom a preschool-aged program is developmentally appropriate. Space is limited to 15 households. Advance registration is required. This program is facilitated by staff from Aguilar Library.

Join us on Monday afternoon for a storytime for children who are learning to toddle and talk! We'll be reading our favorite stories, singing songs, practicing our big motor skills with movement, and making new friends! Recommended for children age 18 months - 36 months This event will take place in person and is limited to 20 children and their caregivers. First come, first in!

Join us for some process art-making fun! Process art allows children to explore a variety of materials, including: Paint, ink, and clay. Remember to wear your art clothes the projects are often messy. Smocks will be provided. For ages 3 yrs and up. First come first served. June 5th, 2023 - Tempera Paint June 12th, 2023 - String Drop Paint June 19th - Library Closed June 26th - Texure Collage

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. In accordance with New York State guidelines and Library protocol, patrons are encouraged but not required to wear a face covering. *Registration is required o…

This program will take place in person at Charleston Library. Let’s get the wiggles out! 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. Advanced registration is required for this program and walk-ins may be turned away. Please stop by or call (9…

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.

Join us for a special time to bond with your little one. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs! Best for pre-walkers. First come first served.

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…

Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, simple stories, 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. Recommended for babies ages 3 months - 18 months This event will take place in the children's room. The program is limited to the first 20 babies and their caregivers.

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. Storytime will take place in the Community Room on LL2

This event will take place outdoors at Washington Square Park. Specifically located at the alcove with park benches across from the Playground for Big Kids. 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. Cancellations due to rain will be…