Upcoming Events

This event will take place in person at Throg's Neck 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! While playing and fostering a sense of community and connection, families can explore and peruse some books chosen by library staff. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. Caregivers must accompany child in order for both to attend program. less

This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person family storytime program with songs, rhymes, and your favorite read-aloud picture books. Ideal for parents and caregivers with multiple-aged children. 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 songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books featuring black authors in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. Únase a nosotros para disfrutar de canciones, rimas y libros favoritos de lectura en voz alta con autores negros en esta hora de cuentos que es divertida para niños pequeños menores de 5 años. Ideal para cuidadores con niños de múltiples edades. 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

Saturdays are usually filled with laundry, shopping and other chores. Take a break from your busy day and join us for a short afternoon craft! Crafts are appropriate for ages 4-12 (younger siblings welcome with guardian or older sibling assistance!) less

Join us for Saturday Morning Cartoons in-person at Webster! We'll be watching Baby Shark's Big Show! Join Baby Shark and his best bud William on hilarious journeys through Carnivore Cove! Every day is filled with jaw-some fun, new friends, family, and original catchy tunes! Ages 0-12. All adults must be accompanied by a child and all children under 7 must be accompanied by an adult. First come, first served! Please note: All films are subject to last minute substitutions. less

Saturdays are usually filled with laundry, shopping and other chores. Take a break from your busy day and join us for an Inwood Library tradition: Stories for a Saturday Morning. Enjoy stories, songs and rhymes with your little ones while meeting your neighbors. less

Babies, toddlers, and caregivers are welcome to socialize and play at the Baby and Toddler Playdate! We have toys, books, and coloring sheets available to enrich young children's early learning skills. Enjoy playing and learning together! less