Upcoming Events

Join us each Saturday to hear new stories and favorite tales read aloud, interspersed with songs and rhymes. All ages welcome! **Registration required! We're hoping to connect with our storytime crowd, so instead of broadcasting from the Macon Library Facebook Page, we're going to ask you to sign up, and then we'll meet on Zoom, so that we can read, play, and sing together. You will need either a computer with audio and webcam or a telephone in order to participate. A link to access the Zoom meeting will be sent to registrants prior to the meeting, so please keep an eye out for the email (and check your spam folder if you don't see it!) less

Join children’s librarians Nobuko and Keiko for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family with small children. This storytime is conducted entirely in Japanese, and while everyone who is curious is welcome to join, parent/caregiver and the child must be present during the entire program. If you have any questions, please email nobukowilson@nypl.org. 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! オンラインにほんごストーリータイム！ オンラインでのライブのストーリータイムです。図書館員の大橋のぶこ、杉本けいこと一緒に、日本語での遊び歌、絵本の読み聞かせ、簡単なゲームなどで遊びましょう！小さいお子さんのいるご家族みんなで楽しんでいただけます。ご質問など、nobukowilson@nypl.orgまでEメールを下さい。 NYPLのstorytimeは、保護者とそのお子様のためのプログラムです。プログラム中は保護者とお子様どちらも参加してくださいますよう、お願いいたします。お子様を同伴しない大人の方、または保護者の同伴無しのお子様の参加は申し訳ありませんが退室していただくことになっています。プログラムの登録は保護者の方のお名前と情報でお願いいたします。参加には図書館カードは必要ありません！ less

Join us, every Monday, for a live, online 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. When registering for this program, parents/caregivers should use their name and information--you don’t need a library card to participate! less

Join the Children's librarians from the Sedgwick Branch for a Book and craft about the care and feeding of Parents! Virtual Parents Day Storytime Monday, July 26th at 4PM We will be reading How to Feed Your Parents by Ryan Miller Supplies Needed: Paper plate and crayons Join us for a live, online 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. When registering for this program, parents/caregivers should use their name and information--you don’t need a library card to participate! less

Join us on select Mondays to hear new stories and favorite tales read aloud, interspersed with songs and rhymes. This program will take place outside of the New Lots Library on Barbey Street. All ages welcome! NOTE: • Masks required • Spots in the storytime are limited for safe social distancing • First come first served • Bring a blanket to sit on • Weather permitting Join us for all eight sessions this summer: Monday, May 17 from 11am until 11:30am Monday, May 24 from 11am until 11:30am Monday, June 14 from 11am until 11:30am Monday, June 21 from 11am until 11:30am Monday, July 19 from 11am until 11:30am Monday, July 26 from 11am until 11:30am Monday, August 16 time-TBD Monday, August 23 from 11am until 11:30am ______________________________________________________________________________________________ This program is part of the BPL Outdoors - New Lots Library event series. New Lots Library is not fully open to the public, so we are bringing the library outdoors to you! less

Acompáñenos en un programa en zoom para los padres y los cuidadores de Nueva York que ayudan al desarrollo mental de niños de edad 0 a 3. Incluye cuentos e historias en inglés y español, consejos, artesanías, canciones, mira y repite, y más! Prepárense para 3-K y estudios prescolares. less

Join us for a brain-building program on Zoom for children 0-3 years and their parents or caregivers from Borough Park Library. Families will enjoy stories and activities designed to encourage brain development and early learning practices. Each week we will read books, sing songs, and do fun activities that promote language development, social-emotional skills, and more. Parents and caregivers will have the opportunity to learn about community resources, hear from expert guest speakers, and connect with peer support networks. Prepare your child for Toddler, 3-K and Pre-K programs! Each session will have parts in English, Spanish and Mandarin. Each week, we will explore a different theme: READING, TALKING, SINGING, PLAYING, MOVEMENT, and EMOTIONS. Parents and caregivers will learn how to use these practices to develop their children’s oral language and pre-reading skills. Families will also receive FREE books, toys and learning materials, available for pickup at the Mapelton, Kensington, Homecrest and Paedergate branches as a part of our grab-and-go services. Acompáñenos en un programa por Zoom para los padres y los cuidadores de Nueva York que ayudan al desarrollo mental de niños de edad 0 a 3. Incluye cuentos e historias en inglés y español, consejos, artesanías, canciones, mira y repite, y más! Prepárense para 3-K y estudios prescolares. Seis Sesiones en total y una última sesiȯn para celebrar nuestros logros y aprendizajes. This series will feature mindfulness tips and practices for babies and caregivers, as well as yoga movements. We will be joined by Music Therapist Erin Lee. We can't wait to see you there! We recommend logging on to the program at least 5 minutes early so we can say hello to you and your child and so that we can get started on time. less

Join us for a brain-building program on Zoom for children 0-3 years and their parents or caregivers in the Gravesend, Midwood, and Bensonhurst (New Utrecht) communities. This program will include stories, early literacy tips, baby bounces, craft ideas, musical performances, show and tell, and more! Prepare your child for 3-K and beyond! less

Join us every Tuesday for a new art project you can easily replicate at home. These fun artistic exploration will help your little one develop their creativity and their fine motor skills. New videos are posted Tuesday mornings at 9am and can be found on our Facebook page: facebook.com/ClintonHillLibrary less