Upcoming Events

Oct
17
Friday
11:00 – 11:45am

Family Storytime

The New York Public Library — Columbus Library
742 10th Avenue 10019

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

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!

Oct
17
Friday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Open Playtime

The New York Public Library — Bloomingdale Library
150 West 100th Street 10025

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!

Oct
17
Friday
11:00 – 11:45am

Toy Time! : Open play

The New York Public Library — 96th Street Library
112 East 96th Street 10128

Join us for some fun with a variety of toys!

Oct
17
Friday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Open Play: Playdate at the Library

The New York Public Library — Hamilton Grange Library
503 West 145th Street 10031

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.

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.

Oct
17
Friday
11:00 – 11:45am

Reading Discovery with LINC

The New York Public Library — Fort Washington Library
535 West 179th Street 10033

Storytime 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.

Oct
17
Friday
11:30 – 12:00pm

ONLINE FAMILY STORYTIME: Brother READS!

The New York Public Library — Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
Virtual

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

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.

Oct
17
Friday
11:30 – 12:00pm

Family Storytime

The New York Public Library — George Bruce Library
518 West 125th Street 10027

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

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

Oct
17
Friday
3:30 – 4:00pm

Multilingual Time

The New York Public Library — Battery Park City Library
Virtual

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 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.

Oct
17
Friday
11:00 – 12:00pm

WH: Baby Talk sess. 2

Literacy in Community (LINC) — Fort Washington Library
535 W 179th St 10033

A caregiver workshops designed for families! Through fun and hands-on activities; parents learn key foundations for reading success.

Oct
17
Friday
3:00 – 6:00pm

HPAC: Fall Festival

Hunts Point Alliance for Children
1231 Lafayette Avenue 2nd Floor 10474

Fun fall festivities which will include reading, book distrubuctions, maze, face paint, games and food