Upcoming Events

Join us for a relaxing art program for your little ones, focused on learning the basics of the alphabet, shapes, and other concepts to prepare them for preschool. Children are encouraged to build their motor skills using various different media, while listening to themed music. less

This event will take place in-person in the Children's Room at the Bronx Library Center. Join us every Tuesday at 11am as young children and their parents/caretakers can enjoy an English/Spanish read-aloud with songs and rhymes in both languages. Come explore new words and phrases followed by a craft, activity, or some play time. Intended for young children ages 0-3yrs. less

This event will take place in person at the City Island Library. Join us for live, 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. First Come, First Served. A limit of 15 children and caregivers per session. less

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! Explore play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. The whole family and young children of all ages are welcome. ¡Disfrute las canciones, las rimas y los libros infantiles en inglés y español! Explore materiales de juego en un entorno seguro, cálido y alegre. Toda la familia y los niños pequeños de todas las edades son bienvenidos. less

Family Story Time! Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children, families can enjoy storytime and open play while discovering new books and resources. Staff will be on hand to help children and caregivers to sign up for library cards, share reading recommendations, and introduce upcoming programs that build excitement around reading learning Tuesdays 11 am - 11:45 am. * Families have a 10-minute grace period. * Start and end times are approximate. We are looking forward to meeting you all! less

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Tuesday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the 2nd Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is necessary. 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

This program will take place onsite at the Melrose Library. / Este programa se ofrecerá en la Biblioteca de Melrose. Extend your child's learning through play! Enjoy a variety of toys that promote a wide range of early learning skills. ¡Amplíe el aprendizaje de su hijo a través del juego! Disfrute de una variedad de juguetes que fomentan una amplia gama de habilidades de aprendizaje temprano. less

This event will take place at Grand Concourse 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! Relevant books will be made available for patrons. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en el Grand Concourse Library. Únase a nosotros 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! Se pondrán a disposición de los usuarios libros relativos. Please note programs are subject to change. less