Upcoming Events

This event will take place in person at Kingsbridge Library with LINC (Literacy Inc.) on Tuesday September 2, 2025 @ 11:00 for families ages 0-5 yrs. old This is a Reading Discovery Program . Join us for a morning of fun activities including reading, singing, and dancing. Registration Required Contact Araceli Farciert @ afarciert@lincnyc.org. less

This event will take place in person at Spuyten Duyvil Library. After storytime, library staff guide children and their grown-ups through a warm and inviting play space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. A great opportunity to meet other children, parents and caretakers while learning about the power of play from library children’s staff. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. Children must be supervised by their grown-up at all times. Recommended for ages 0-5. less

Bring your little artist to the library for a creative adventure! We'll explore open-ended ways to support early learning through art and share fun ideas for creating with little ones at home. Young artists will experiment with colors, shapes, and textures while building motor skills, creativity, and imagination. Best for children ages 6 months to 3 years, or those at a similar developmental stage. All supplies will be provided—just bring your own wipes! less

This event will take place in-person at the Richmondtown Library. Get to know other families in the neighborhood as we move and groove together! Join us for dancing, singing and movement activities for little ones and their caregivers. Best for ages 2-5. Music and movement activities can help your child to develop essential skills, including fine and gross motor skills, and direction following. No pre-registration required. First come will be first served; space is limited. less

This event will take place in person at the Morrisania Library. Come join Morrisania's Children's Librarians in a Joyful and interactive experience designed for families to come together and enjoy the magic of stories. Children and their caregivers will bond, laugh, and learn through books, songs, and movements in a fun and welcoming environment. Perfect for kids of all ages, this story time encourages early literacy, imagination, and quality family time. No registration required. ***This program is open to children ages 3-12 and their parents/caregivers*** less

This event will take place in person. Join us for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of books, songs, and gentle movement in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers, new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Acompáñenos en un momento especial para conectar con su pequeño y conocer a otros cuidadores. Exploraremos la alegría de los libros, las canciones y el movimiento suave, además de desarrollar habilidades de aprendizaje temprano que puede practicar en casa. Venga preparado para sentarse con su hijo en su regazo. Ideal para niños que aún no caminan, que recién empiezan a caminar, niños pequeños o niños en esta etapa de desarrollo. 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

This event will take place in person. Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early learning through art and share fun ideas for creating with little ones at home. Young artists will use painting supplies to explore their creativity and imagination. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Traiga a su pequeño artista a la biblioteca mientras exploramos maneras abiertas de promover el aprendizaje temprano a través del arte y compartimos ideas divertidas para crear con los pequeños en casa. Los jóvenes artistas usarán materiales de pintura para explorar su creatividad e imaginación. 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

This event will take place in person at the Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library. 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. This is an in-person event. less