Upcoming Events
Family Storytime
The New York Public Library — Columbus Library
742 10th Avenue 10019This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. 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
This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. 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, but caregivers with children of all ages are welcome. 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. When registering for this program, parents/caregivers should use their name and information--you don’t need a library card to participate!
Open Playtime
The New York Public Library — Bloomingdale Library
150 West 100th Street 10025Join 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!
Toy Time! : Open play
The New York Public Library — 96th Street Library
112 East 96th Street 10128Join us for some fun with a variety of toys!
Open Play: Playdate at the Library
The New York Public Library — Hamilton Grange Library
503 West 145th Street 10031This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange 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.
This event will take place in person at Hamilton Grange 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! Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. It is not a structured program. 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.
Reading Discovery with LINC
The New York Public Library — Fort Washington Library
535 West 179th Street 10033Storytime at Fort Washington with our community partner LINC (Literacy IN Community) will emphasize early literacy skills and social emotional wellness. For ages 0-5 with caregivers.
ONLINE FAMILY STORYTIME: Brother READS!
The New York Public Library — Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
VirtualThis event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books led by members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Ideal
This event is online only. Join the staff at Harry Belafonte–115th Street Library for a live, online program with songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books led by members of the Phi Beta Sigma Fraternity, Inc. Ideal for parents and caregivers with children of multiple-aged. 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. When registering for this program, parents / caregivers should use their name and information—you don’t need a library card to participate! This event will take place over Google Meet. You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one hour before the event. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join.
Family Storytime
The New York Public Library — George Bruce Library
518 West 125th Street 10027Join 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. Tuesdays and Thursdays at
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. Tuesdays and Thursdays at the George Bruce Library Stay for Open Play Ages 0-5
Multilingual Time
The New York Public Library — Battery Park City Library
VirtualSing songs and hear books in several different languages! No experience required! All ages welcome. Best for ages 5 and younger. Registration begins the day before the program at 9am. Please arrive before 4pm or your se
Sing songs and hear books in several different languages! No experience required! All ages welcome. Best for ages 5 and younger. Registration begins the day before the program at 9am. Please arrive before 4pm or your seat may be given to someone else.
WH: Baby Talk sess. 2
Literacy in Community (LINC) — Fort Washington Library
535 W 179th St 10033A caregiver workshops designed for families! Through fun and hands-on activities; parents learn key foundations for reading success.
HPAC: Fall Festival
Hunts Point Alliance for Children
1231 Lafayette Avenue 2nd Floor 10474Fun fall festivities which will include reading, book distrubuctions, maze, face paint, games and food