Classes & Workshops

This event will be held outdoors, weather permitting; on the sidewalk in front of the Stapleton main entrance on Wright Street. In collaboration with Snug Harbor Cultural Center, Stapleton Library is facilitating a pop-up food scrap collection for the community. Snug Harbor staff will be present during the pop-up event to educate and guide you. If you have any food scraps you'd like to part with, come to Stapleton Library and drop them off to learn the benefits of composting. Please see the a…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Macomb's Bridge Library. Join us to explore Visual Narrative For Older Adults! Teaching Artist Medar teaches a 6 sessions of a mixed media (drawing, writing, & collage) program series. Program Description: This program focuses on expanding participants' visual skills and creativity through enjoyable challenges. It delves into the power of combi…

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test. This class is taking place in person. This study group is for adults preparing to take the United States Citizenship Test. Each workshop will focus on several of the 100 citizenship test civic questions. Students will also learn about library and online resources to continue their practice at home. Open to Adults 18+

Saturdays, 10:30 AM – 12:30 PM We welcome learners at all levels! Bring your questions, get support for your learning goals and find out how to learn Braille for free. To register, please email ChanceyFleet@nypl.org or call (212) 206-5400, extension 3.

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!

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to create iPhone apps for Apple from scratch with Xcode, an app-building software. This class will cover the different kinds of projects you can make, along with practice on how to design iOS apps. If you are taking this class online, you will need a Mac computer with Xcode downloaded in order to get the most out of this class. If this class is in-person, Mac computers will be provided for those wit…

This event is online only. You can join this class session using the following link: https://nypl.zoom.us/j/84937239530?pwd=eEtoYTN1M05PK1U4T2JLcTRmODR5Zz09 Must register with a valid email address. Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

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

Teens are welcome to drop in at the Dongan Hills Library for assistance with college and career-related questions. Whether you want to research degree programs or polish up your resume, we are here to help! You may bring your own device or use a laptop provided by the library.

Lil’ Studio , from The Studio Museum Harlem, is a monthly early childhood class that engages children and their adult(s) in reading, singing, movement, and art-making in order to build social, emotional, cognitive, physical, and language development. Explore the Museum’s exhibitions and permanent collection through the creative arts process! 2nd floor, Children's Room (at Harlem Library) First Saturday of the month! FREE! No registration! *Next session is: Saturday December 2, 2023

*This event will take place in person at Macombs Bridge Library* Join staff from the Macomb's Bridge Library for Crochet Club . Come by to learn crochet or expand your knowledge. This group is open to all; no experience needed. We provide crochet hooks, yarn, and instructions. Already know how to crochet? Then come share your knowledge, meet fellow crocheters, and engage in conversations. Please be aware there are limited seats, the session will be on a first come, first serve basis. All p…

Saturdays, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM This event is online only. We welcome learners at all levels! Bring your questions, get support for your learning goals and find out how to learn Braille for free from home. This event will take place over Zoom. https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlde2hqTkoG91r_zJaHFrQ8YuaIgNhzFEg

This event will take place in person at the 53rd St Library. The 53rd St Library is proud to be teaming up with the City University of New York to bring high school students and their parents this information session on Saturday, December 2nd at 12PM! A representative from CUNY will be on hand to answer any and all questions, and inform all prospective individuals interested in starting or completing their education with one of CUNY's 25 colleges. To attend, register using the link above! Am…

Join staff from the New Dorp Library and make a fun craft! All materials provided by NYPL. For ages 4 and up with parent/caregiver.

This event will take place in person at the Dongan Hills Library. Create a STEM experiment using some standard supplies! All supplies will be provided. Road2STEM is a STEM education initiative under Civiso, a student-led nonprofit organization dedicated to civic and humanitarian engagement. Their goal is to implement more STEM opportunities for children from underserved communities in public libraries, schools, and community centers. STEM education is crucial for children in developing problem…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. This program will be held in person at Grand Concourse Library. Join us to explore Visual Narrative For Older Adults! Teaching Artist Medar teaches a 6 sessions of a mixed media (drawing, writing, & collage) program series. Program Description: This program focuses on expanding participants' visual skills and creativity through enjoyable challenges. It delves into the power of combi…

First Saturday of every month, 1:00 - 2:15 PM Just getting started with Voiceover on your iPhone or iPad? Join us to learn about gestures, settings, problem-solving and more. https://nypl.zoom.us/j/89251247778?pwd=dkNJUzV4QVpIMllRa1NYbVdrUHlQdz09

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address.Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Excel. Topics include using formulas and functions, data sorting and conditional formatting.You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

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+.

This event is taking place at the St. George Library Center. Use our paints for some fun themed painting times!

Participants will be creating their own terrarium while tapping into their creative side. For ALL AGES. Only 12 participants per program. First come, first serve.

This event will take place in person at Morris Park Library. Learn how email works, sign up for a free email account, and learn about sending, replying to, forwarding messages and attachments. Limited space. For ages 18 and up. Register by phone or in person. Registration opens on October 16th.

This is an in-person event at our branch. Best for ages 6-12 years. Join us for some Winter stories to warm you up before our Winter Craft Program for Kids!

Join the Wakefield YA department for interactive science projects, every other Saturday! We will apply practical science, tech, engineering, and mathematical concepts to hands-on projects. All supplies are provided! 12/2 Visualizing DNA: Humans vs Bananas 12/16 Geometry Scavenger Hunt 12/30 Science Jeopardy

This event will take place in person at the Hamilton Grange Library. Make it and take it! Join us for a hands-on D.I.Y. crafting project using basic arts and crafts materials. Sign up for the biweekly NYPL Kids e-newsletter to get information on free children's programs, upcoming author talks, and more happening at the Library and online.

This is an in-person event at our branch. Best for ages 6-12 years. Space and supplies limited! Join us as we create a beautiful mixed medium work of art, using crayons, coloring pages and your thinking skills! This craft will also build your creative and artistic skills!

First Saturday of each month, 2:30 - 4 PM Join other users to talk about navigating the web, learning new apps, customizing gestures and other advanced topics. This event will take place online. https://nypl.zoom.us/j/87478102159?pwd=R0VqVkhGZEpycHF6UmF4M0lUc1hpZz09

This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. In this 6-week bottle painting workshop, instructor Marcela Carvalho will introduce students to basic painting technic, the use of space and dimensions, shapes and patterns, visual storytelling, compositions of elements, and structure connecting with self. The workshop is open to everyone from beginners or expert painters -- all are welcome! Students are asked to bring their own recycled bottle. All other supplies will be provi…

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test. This class is taking place in person. This study group is for adults preparing to take the United States Citizenship Test. Each workshop will focus on several of the 100 citizenship test civic questions. Students will also learn about libraries and online resources to continue their practice at home.

This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange Library. In this 6-week bottle painting workshop, instructor Marcela Carvalho will introduce students to basic painting technic, the use of space and dimensions, shapes and patterns, visual storytelling, compositions of elements, and structure connecting with self. The workshop is open to everyone from beginners or expert painters -- all are welcome! Students are asked to bring their own recycled bottle. All other supplies will be provi…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address.Learn how to create, edit and share online documents using Google's ever-evolving word processing, spreadsheet, presentation and calendar programs.You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Learn to add, remove, and modify the content of your HTML pages using JavaScript. Having HTML/CSS experience prior to this class is strongly encouraged. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experienced issues with receiving emails from TechConnect. Using a Gmail…

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Conéctate, equilibra y desafíate con Yoga en español. Esta clase de Vinyasa Yoga incluye flujos de intensidad media que te llevarán desde el saludo al sol hasta una postura máxima final. Ven y concéntrate en las inversiones y la respiración para ayudarte a mejorar tu práctica personal mientras brindas conciencia y una nueva experiencia. Se recomiendan tapetes, pero no son obligatorios, y todos los niveles son bienvenidos.…

IN-PERSON ONLY Meet with an NYPL staff member in-person to jump-start your job search, get resume support, and obtain the right resources to find the job you desire. Each One-on-One Job Support appointment provides unbiased, objective feedback that will be tailored to your job search and individual patron needs. We're prepared to help you make the most of every opportunity. Each appointment can last up to 50 minutes. Our trained NYPL One-on-One Job Support staff can help you: Write and fo…

This event is Virtual Only! Meet virtually via Zoom with our amazing Career Coaches who can assist you in identifying career potential, skills, interests, and developing a plan to help you achieve your career goals. Each coaching appointment provides unbiased, objective feedback that will be tailored to your job search and individual patron needs. Each appointment can last up to 50 minutes. Our professional career coaches can assist you with: Resume critique and feedback Career trans…

IN-PERSON ONLY Meet in-person with our amazing Career Coaches, who can assist you in identifying career potential, skills, interests, and developing a plan to help you achieve your career goals. Each coaching appointment provides unbiased, objective feedback that will be tailored to your job search and individual patron needs. Each appointment can last up to 50 minutes. Our professional career coaches can assist you with: Resume critique and feedback Career transition or advancement Cle…

IN-PERSON ONLY Meet with an NYPL staff member in-person to jump-start your job search, get resume support, and obtain the right resources to find the job you desire. Each One-on-One Job Support appointment provides unbiased, objective feedback that will be tailored to your job search and individual patron needs. We're prepared to help you make the most of every opportunity. Each appointment can last up to 50 minutes. Our trained NYPL One-on-One Job Support staff can help you: Write and fo…

This event is Virtual Only! Meet with an NYPL staff member via phone to jump-start your job search, get resume support, and obtain the right resources to find the job you desire. Each One-on-One Job Support appointment provides unbiased, objective feedback that will be tailored to your job search and individual patron needs. We're prepared to help you make the most of every opportunity. Each appointment can last up to 50 minutes. Our trained NYPL One-on-One Job Support staff can help you:…

This event is Virtual Only! Meet virtually via Phone with our amazing Career Coaches who can assist you in identifying career potential, skills, interests, and developing a plan to help you achieve your career goals. Each coaching appointment provides unbiased, objective feedback that will be tailored to your job search and individual patron needs. Each appointment can last up to 50 minutes. Our professional career coaches can assist you with: Resume critique and feedback Career trans…

This event is Virtual Only! Meet with an NYPL staff member via Zoom to jump-start your job search, get resume support, and obtain the right resources to find the job you desire. Each One-on-One Job Support appointment provides unbiased, objective feedback that will be tailored to your job search and individual patron needs. We're prepared to help you make the most of every opportunity. Each appointment can last up to 50 minutes. Our trained NYPL One-on-One Job Support staff can help you:…