Upcoming Events

This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of 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. When registering for this program, parents / caregivers should use their name and information—you don’t need a library card to participate! This event will take place over Google Meet. You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one hour before the event. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join. less

Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials and open-ended ways to promote early learning through art. Extend your child's learning in a safe, warm, and joyful environment! less

This event will take place in person at Pelham Parkway-Van Nest. Join us at Van Nest for a very special storytime! We will be joined by author, Andrew Larsen, who will be reading from his latest picture book Gifts from the Garbage Truck! Gifts from the Garbage Truck is the true story about a New York City Sanitation worker who saved thousands of objects from the trash to fix up and display them in his museum! Young readers will be inspired to think more creatively and wonder what we throw (and don't throw) away in this storytime with Andrew. For Children and Their Parents/Caregivers Space is limited, so advanced registration is required. Check out more of Andrew Larsen's books by using your Library Card! Author Bio ANDREW LARSEN has written more than twenty books for children, including The Man Who Loved Libraries: The Story of Andrew Carnegie, The Bagel King and A Squiggly Story. His books have been nominated for awards in both Canada and the United States. He began writing for children when he became a stay-at-home dad. His kids are all grown up now, but Andrew continues to write. Andrew lives in Toronto, Canada with his wife and his dog, Sally. less

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Tuesday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the 2nd Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is necessary. less

Join us for Ready Set Kindergarten on Zoom! This is a virtual version of our popular school readiness program, led by educators, and designed to help children ages 3-5 get ready to read, and ready for school. Learn about every day early literacy practices you can do right now to enhance your children's learning and development. Talk, Sing, Write, Read, and Play with us! Registration Required. This program will not meet on scheduled NYC Public School holidays and scheduled days off. RSK is supported by the City's First Readers initiative of the NY City Council. https://www.bklynlibrary.org/calendar/afterschool-ready-set-adams-street-library-20241003-0330pm less

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 the Library and online. less

Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and create crafts 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 see the scheduled dates for the storytimes There is a Storytimes on Saturday October 12 @ 11AM! Please join us! Ages 0 months to 5years old Please note this program is for Families. If you are a daycare or pre-school please reach out to the library to schedule a special visit for your program. less

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. Tuesday , Thursday and Saturday at the George Bruce Library. Stay for Open Play. Ages 0-5. less