Upcoming Events

Sep
04
Thursday
10:00 – 2:30pm

Open Play

The New York Public Library — Van Cortlandt Library
3882 Cannon Place 10463

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!

Sep
04
Thursday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Family Storytime – Cuentacuentos para la familia

The New York Public Library — Melrose Library
910 Morris Avenue 10451

This program will take place onsite at the Melrose Library. / Este programa se ofrecerá en la Biblioteca de Melrose. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and children’s books in English and Spanish! The whole family and young childre

This program will take place onsite at the Melrose Library. / Este programa se ofrecerá en la Biblioteca de Melrose. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and children’s books in English and Spanish! The whole family and young children of all ages are welcome. ¡Disfrute las canciones, las rimas y los libros infantiles en inglés y español! Toda la familia y los niños pequeños de todas las edades son bienvenidos.

Sep
04
Thursday
3:00 – 4:00pm

Process Art: Fine Motor Skills

The New York Public Library — Clason's Point Library
1215 Morrison Avenue 10472

This event will take place in person. Join us for a hands-on art adventure designed especially for young children! In this engaging, in-person program, your little artist will explore open-ended art activities that spark

This event will take place in person. Join us for a hands-on art adventure designed especially for young children! In this engaging, in-person program, your little artist will explore open-ended art activities that spark creativity and support early learning. Together, we’ll dive into fun and simple projects that help build essential fine motor skills—like cutting, grasping, tearing, and painting—all key for success in school. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona.¡Únete a nosotros en una aventura artística práctica diseñada especialmente para niños pequeños! En este atractivo programa presencial, tu pequeño artista explorará actividades artísticas de libre elección que despiertan la creatividad y apoyan el aprendizaje temprano. Juntos, nos sumergiremos en proyectos divertidos y sencillos que ayudan a desarrollar habilidades motoras finas esenciales, como cortar, agarrar, rasgar y pintar, todas claves para el éxito escolar. 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.

Sep
04
Thursday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Little Movers Storytime!

The New York Public Library — Hunts Point Library
877 Southern Boulevard 10459

This event will take place in person at the Hunts Point Library. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promot

This event will take place in person at the Hunts Point Library. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out 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. No pre-registration is required

Sep
04
Thursday
11:00 – 11:30am

Lapsit/Little Movers Storytime

The New York Public Library — Woodlawn Heights Library
4355 Katonah Avenue 10470

This event will take place in person. Join us for a 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. S

This event will take place in person. Join us for a 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. No Registration required!

Sep
04
Thursday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Open Play with LINC

The New York Public Library — Bronx Library Center
310 East Kingsbridge Road 10458

This event will take place at Bronx .Library Center. Join us and our partner LINC, for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful en

This event will take place at Bronx .Library Center. Join us and our partner LINC, 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! ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Central del Bronx. Únase a nosotros y a nuestro compañero de LINC para una cita para jugar en la biblioteca y conozca a otros cuidadores mientras exploramos materiales de juego apropiados para el desarrollo en un ambiente seguro, cálido y alegre. ¡Extiende el aprendizaje de tu hijo a través del juego!

Sep
04
Thursday
3:00 – 5:00pm

Afternoon Open Play

The New York Public Library — Tremont Library
1866 Washington Avenue 10457

Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials. Extend your child's learning in a safe, warm, and joyful environment!

Sep
05
Friday
10:00 – 2:30pm

Open Play

The New York Public Library — Van Cortlandt Library
3882 Cannon Place 10463

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!

Sep
05
Friday
10:30 – 11:30am

Family Storytime!

The New York Public Library — Stapleton Library
132 Canal St. 10304

This program will take place in person at Stapleton 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 caregiv

This program will take place in person at Stapleton 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.

Sep
05
Friday
2:00 – 3:00pm

Coloring Corner

The New York Public Library — Muhlenberg Library
209 West 23rd Street 10011

Unleash your creativity! Paper, crayons, and coloring pencils will be available. Families welcome!