Upcoming Events
Family Playdate
The New York Public Library — Riverdale Library
5540 Mosholu Avenue 10471Join us after storytime for a community playdate. We have toys that encourage socialization and kindergarten readiness.
Little Movers Storytime
The New York Public Library — Great Kills Library
56 Giffords Lane 10308Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Make new friends and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. For ages birth-5 and the
Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Make new friends and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. For ages birth-5 and their caregivers.
Bilingual Storytime: English/Spanish
The New York Public Library — 96th Street Library
112 East 96th Street 10128Join us for Bilingual storytime. English and Spanish. We will sing songs, share books, and learn some Spanish words and phrases. Ages: 0-5. 20 families first come first served. To guarantee a free ticket to the program p
Join us for Bilingual storytime. English and Spanish. We will sing songs, share books, and learn some Spanish words and phrases. Ages: 0-5. 20 families first come first served. To guarantee a free ticket to the program please arrive at least half an hour before the start time.
Little Movers Storytime: Books and Rhymes
The New York Public Library — Jefferson Market Library
425 Avenue of the Americas 10011Picture book stories, rhymes,and songs for babies and toddlers
Family Storytime
The New York Public Library — South Beach Library
21-25 Robin Road 10305Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 4 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.
OPEN PLAY: Baby & Toddler Play Date!
The New York Public Library — Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
203 West 115th Street 10026Join us for our weekly open play with babies, toddlers and their caregivers where they will take part in a variety of activities which support early literacy skills. Please note that this is not a structured program an
Join us for our weekly open play with babies, toddlers and their caregivers where they will take part in a variety of activities which support early literacy skills. Please note that this is not a structured program and that children must be supervised at all times. Ages: 0-5 years old
ARTS & CRAFTS & BOOKS
The New York Public Library — Wakefield Library
4100 Lowerre Place 10466This program will take place in person at Wakefield Library. A wide variety of activities that involves making things with one's own hands. Caregivers and children will hear a brief story or book introduction before cra
This program will take place in person at Wakefield Library. A wide variety of activities that involves making things with one's own hands. Caregivers and children will hear a brief story or book introduction before crafting, connecting hands on creativity with reading.
Coloring Corner
The New York Public Library — Muhlenberg Library
209 West 23rd Street 10011Unleash your creativity! Paper, crayons, and coloring pencils will be available. Families welcome!
Sensory Storytime
The New York Public Library — Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library
40 West 20th Street 10011This event will take place in person at the Andrew Heiskell Library. Join us for an inclusive and interactive storytime that encourages movement, promotes literacy, and offers safe sensory input. While open to everyone,
This event will take place in person at the Andrew Heiskell Library. Join us for an inclusive and interactive storytime that encourages movement, promotes literacy, and offers safe sensory input. While open to everyone, this program is ideal for children with autism spectrum disorders, sensory sensitivities, or any child that may have difficulty attending in large groups. Registration is not required. Tickets will be available half an hour prior to the event. Space available for up to ten families.
Family Storytime at Poe Park
The New York Public Library — Bronx Library Center
310 East Kingsbridge Road 10458This event will take place at Poe Park in the Bronx. This summer, join the BLC children's staff at Poe Park every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30am for songs, rhymes, and read-alouds as we show you that storytime at the pa
This event will take place at Poe Park in the Bronx. This summer, join the BLC children's staff at Poe Park every Tuesday and Thursday at 10:30am for songs, rhymes, and read-alouds as we show you that storytime at the park can be fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Please Note: No registration is required. Weather permitting. In case of inclement weather, Storytime will be at the Children's Room in the Bronx Library Center.