Upcoming Events

Nov
12
Wednesday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Family Playdate

The New York Public Library — Riverdale Library
5540 Mosholu Avenue 10471

Join us after storytime for a community playdate. We have toys that encourage socialization and kindergarten readiness.

Nov
12
Wednesday
11:15 – 11:45am

Cuentos y canciones

The New York Public Library — 67th Street Library
328 East 67th Street 10065

¡A leer y a cantar en español! Distribución de 15 boletos antes del programa. Favor de fijarse en las fechas exactas. Para edades 0-5 años.

Nov
12
Wednesday
11:30 – 12:30pm

Open Play: Stay & Play

The New York Public Library — Throg's Neck Library
3025 Cross Bronx Expressway Extension 10465

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. Ext

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.

Nov
12
Wednesday
11:30 – 12:30pm

Little Movers Open Play!

The New York Public Library — Belmont Library and Enrico Fermi Cultural Center
610 E. 186th Street 10458

Following Little Movers: Board Book Storytime, continue the fun and join us for Open Play in the Early Literacy area! We will meet, talk, and play with other Little Movers and their caregivers! Extend your child's learni

Following Little Movers: Board Book Storytime, continue the fun and join us for Open Play in the Early Literacy area! We will meet, talk, and play with other Little Movers and their caregivers! Extend your child's learning through play!

Nov
12
Wednesday
11:30 – 12:00pm

Baby and Toddler Storytime

The New York Public Library — Kips Bay Library
446 Third Avenue 10016

Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active baby/toddler build important early learning skills. Storytime will be held in the second floor Community Room and will start promptly

Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active baby/toddler build important early learning skills. Storytime will be held in the second floor Community Room and will start promptly at 10:30am or 11:30am. If you are late, please join us for the next storytime. First come, first served.

Nov
12
Wednesday
3:00 – 3:30pm

Lapsit and Little Movers Storytime: Native American Tales

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

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 learni

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. Best for pre and new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. Este evento se realizará en persona. Únase a nosotros para un momento especial que le permitirá 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 podrá practicar en casa. Ideal para niños que aún no han caminado, bebés y 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.

Nov
12
Wednesday
3:30 – 4:00pm

Open Play: Word Game Wonders

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

This event will take place in person Join Clason's Point staff for an interactive in-person event designed to enhance your child's early literacy skills! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled session that explores moto

This event will take place in person Join Clason's Point staff for an interactive in-person event designed to enhance your child's early literacy skills! Bring your little ones for a fun-filled session that explores motor skills through engaging word games. These activities will promote phonemic awareness, letter and word recognition, and set the foundation for reading success. Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona. ¡Únase al personal de Clason's Point para un evento interactivo presencial diseñado para fortalecer las habilidades de lectoescritura temprana de su hijo! Traiga a sus pequeños a una sesión divertida que explora las habilidades motoras mediante atractivos juegos de palabras. Estas actividades promoverán la conciencia fonémica, el reconocimiento de letras y palabras, y sentarán las bases para el éxito en la lectura. 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.

Nov
12
Wednesday
4:00 – 4:45pm

Little Learners: Esther Crow: Move n’ Groove with Puppets!

The New York Public Library — Grand Concourse Library
155 East 173rd Street 10457

Join Esther Crow and her playful puppets for a lively mix of kids' songs, movement games, and stories. Enjoy acoustic guitar tunes, Spanish songs, and fun lessons like how bees pollinate! Perfect for ages 0-5, this inter

Join Esther Crow and her playful puppets for a lively mix of kids' songs, movement games, and stories. Enjoy acoustic guitar tunes, Spanish songs, and fun lessons like how bees pollinate! Perfect for ages 0-5, this interactive show blends music, comedy, and kindness to spark joy and learning. This program is limited to 15 children.

Nov
12
Wednesday
4:00 – 4:30pm

Family Storytime

The New York Public Library — Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library
2550 Victory Boulevard 10314

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. Ide

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.

Nov
12
Wednesday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Bilingual Birdies — Spanish Through Music!

The New York Public Library — Port Richmond Library
75 Bennett Street 10302

Bilingual Birdies offers families a super fun 45-minute live music language class to learn new vocabulary in Spanish. Children learn from a professional musician who provides neat instruments and props to use while learn

Bilingual Birdies offers families a super fun 45-minute live music language class to learn new vocabulary in Spanish. Children learn from a professional musician who provides neat instruments and props to use while learning. This program is for children aged 0 to 5 and their caregivers, and is limited to 15 children per session. Join us!