Classes & Workshops

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

This event will take place IN PERSON at Columbus Library. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 90-minute Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in High School) w…

Come & learn the techniques of Chinese Traditional Painting! Please bring your own brushes, paint plate, small water container and traditional Chinese ink; we will provide paper and color ink. 學習國畫繪畫技巧！請帶上畫筆，水彩板, 装水器和墨;我們將提供紙張和彩色墨水。

This event will take place in person at Throgs Neck Library. Come join us for open lab . Laptops will be available for your convience from 10am -1pm on Wednesdays, unless specified otherwise.

This event is in person at the Charleston Library! Knit, purl, and chat! Join the knitting circle and finish up some of those projects. Bring your own supplies!

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

Do You want to practice every day's English? If you do, then join this session. English skills are important for communicating with others, shopping, learning new things, and getting a job! Focused on Beginner English Learners.

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library in the Mac Lab (Room 617). Studio40 is a free public recording studio available for patrons of the New York Public Library. In this two-part course, you’ll learn more about Studio40 resources and how to get the most out of your recording sessions. We’ll cover studio best practices, how to safely use the equipment available in our studio, and the practical skills you need to run a successful soundcheck and recording…

Get comfortable on the computer at Mott Haven Library! Practice accessing and navigating the internet, Microsoft Word, and email. Beginners welcome!

This event will take place in person at the Woodstock Branch Library. Join us for some hot coffee while we talk about Banned Books and how the NYPL is helping teens exercise their freedom to read.

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

*This program will take place in the Tremont Library Computer Lab* This April we will learn about how to set up, navigate and use the most popular social media platforms. Learn about the short-form video sharing platform TikTok. Create an account, learn how to interact with other accounts and upload your own videos, as well as understand TikTok's different privacy and security settings. This is session number four (#4) of our April Social Media series. No registration necessary. M…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. This class covers how to use conditional logic in formulas and functions, allowing you to create formulas that act differently in different circumstances. Topics covered include: IF statements, nested IF statements, AND & OR logic functions. This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link…

Explore your artistic potential with Creative Aging, a series of art workshops for adults 50 and older. Please join us at Washington Heights Library as we host Pulitzer Prize winning writer and illustrator Medar de la Cruz for his special program on Visual Journalism. Join Medar de la Cruz in a journey of visual journalism: learn to use library resources and archives confidently to explore the history of your surroundings and present what you have discovered through visual and written form com…

NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! *This Program is in-person* We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners will have the opportunity to practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussin…

Want to buid your computer skills? Attend our computer basics class. Perfect for beginners, this hands on session will help you gain confidence with technology in a friendly, supportive environment.

This event with take place in the Morrisania Library Adult Section. Limit to 1 patrons per session. Need a second pair of eyes? A helping hand? The Librarian is IN. This program is especially helpful for resume help, navigating websites, editing papers, and more! Register in-person or by phone at (718) 589-9268 for computer assistance.

This event will take place IN PERSON at Fort Washington Library. HIGH BEGINNER English Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC For adult English language learners (age 16 and up, not in high school) This registration event is for high beginner We Speak NYC English classes at Fort Washington Library. Registration is Wednesday, April 30 at 11:00 AM. Classes start Wednesday, May 7, 11:00 AM-1:00 PM.

Do you want to relax and enjoy some painting? Create your own artwork with some acrylic paint while you sip on some coffee or tea! This is not a painting class, you are free to paint whatever you wish. All materials provided, limited to 10 participants. First come, first served. No registration required.

This event will take place IN PERSON at Fort Washington Library. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in High School) will have the opp…

Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en la Biblioteca Van Cortlandt. ¿Necesitas ayuda en cómo usar una computadora? Estamos aquí para ayudarte.

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 Great Kills Library. Join us for The Power of Joy! Teaching artist Wéma Ragophala of Urban Stages teaches 5 sessions of a Creative Writing and Movement Workshop on Wednesdays from 11 AM to 12 PM, from April 2 through May 14. Program Description: The Power of Joy is a creative writing and movement based program. Through collaborative participatory ar…

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Branch. Come learn how to enter and edit text, save files, and more.

NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! This event will take place in person at the 125th Street Library. Come to the Library and meet other people who are practicing English, just like you! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The program works best for people who speak some English and want to practice. We Speak NYC was created by the New York City Mayo…

This program will take place in-person at Melrose Library. Need help with your resume? Questions about Microsoft Excel? Got a new tablet and need to learn how to use it? Drop in for our Open Lab and get 1-on-1 help from our staff with your job and technology questions. First come-first served.

This Program will take place, in person, at Pelham Bay Library. Join us to hear stories. Get those wiggles out as you help your active toddler build important early learning skills. Please register in advance at the front desk. Space is limited.

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED, Unwind and tap into your artistic side at the Port Richmond Library with diamond art! Similar to paint-by-numbers and mosaic art, diamond art uses small rhinestones on adhesive to create a glittering, multi-dimensional painting. All materials and tools provided!

Promote early literacy through art, while getting creative! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, and more while working on motor skills, creativity, and imagination. Registration Required/ ages 3-5.

This event will take place IN PERSON at Yorkville Library. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in High School) wi…

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

**This event will be online only** Click here to register Life planning issues affect everyone – but they're particularly crucial for seniors, cancer patients, and their survivors to know how to protect their decision-making rights and options by planning in advance. It is important to enable someone who can express your medical preferences to doctors on your behalf, take care of your financial, housing, and other issues if you cannot do so, state your choice of guardian for minor children,…

Step into a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle with the Baychester Public Library's invigorating fitness program, in collaboration with Shape Up NYC. This dynamic initiative invites community members to embark on a journey towards wellness, fostering a sense of unity and well-being. No registration is required for this exciting class, which unfolds every Wednesday* from 12 pm to 1 pm in the welcoming confines of the community room. Under the guidance of expert instructors from Shape Up NYC, part…

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

Do you know what makes your computer tick. Learn about the different parts that make your computer run.

This event will take place in person at the Great Kills Library. Are you an avid knitter, crocheter, or needlecraft enthusiast? Why work alone when you can join in the company of fellow crafters? Come join our informal needlecraft circle to share ideas, projects, and life! Chat about the books you are reading, the shows you are watching, and about whatever is on your mind. Sign up for NYPL Connect to get updates from NYPL and information about our digital resources and services available.

This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library. If you have a tech problem, question, or would just like some individualized tech tutorials, this is your time to work with a librarian and receive their personal attention and instruction.

Are you having trouble with your email? Don't know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance!

This program series will be held in person at Pelham Bay Library. Join our knitting circle! Participants will be guided through the fundamentals of knitting. Space is limited | Registration is required. Register in person or by calling the branch at 718-792-6744. Dates: Wednesdays from 1pm-3pm: