Upcoming Events
Play Date
The New York Public Library — Muhlenberg Library
209 West 23rd Street 10011***FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED*** Space is limited. Ages 0-5 only. Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment.
***FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED*** Space is limited. Ages 0-5 only. 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!
Family Storytime @ City Island
The New York Public Library — City Island Library
320 City Island Avenue 10464This 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
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.
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 and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-
This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join us for a program with songs 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. No registration is required!
Coloring Corner
The New York Public Library — Muhlenberg Library
209 West 23rd Street 10011Unleash your creativity! Paper, crayons, and coloring pencils will be available. Families welcome!
LEGO Lounge
The New York Public Library — Tremont Library
1866 Washington Avenue 10457Join us for fun and learning through building with LEGOs! You are the architect and engineer: build scenes from your favorite books or design your perfect futuristic city. Let your imagination run wild, and use our colle
Join us for fun and learning through building with LEGOs! You are the architect and engineer: build scenes from your favorite books or design your perfect futuristic city. Let your imagination run wild, and use our collection to inspire you! For children ages 5-12.
DADDY & ME Special Storytime: Stories, Songs and Rhymes
The New York Public Library — Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library
203 West 115th Street 10026This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person Daddy & Me Special Storytime program with songs, rhymes, movement activities and your favorite read-aloud pic
This event will take place in-person at the Harry Belafonte-115th Street Library. Join us for a live in-person Daddy & Me Special Storytime program with songs, rhymes, movement activities and your favorite read-aloud picture books designed to help children ages 0-5 years build early learning skills and create unforgettable memories together. For children ages 0-5 and their dads or male caregivers.
Sensory Saturday
The New York Public Library — Roosevelt Island Library
504 Main Street 10044Come join us for sensory activities and motor skill development for ages 3 to 5 years old.
Open Play
The New York Public Library — Van Cortlandt Library
3882 Cannon Place 10463This event will take place in person at the Van Cortlandt branch. 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 the Van Cortlandt branch. 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!
Family Storytime: Stories, Songs and Rhymes for Little Ones
The New York Public Library — Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
455 Fifth Avenue 10016This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For
This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation 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. Registration is not required. First come, first served.
Caregivers & Caffeine
The New York Public Library — Huguenot Park Library
830 Huguenot Avenue 10312This program will take place at the Huguenot Park Library. Rise, shine and join us at the Library for a cozy toddler and caregiver morning! Caregivers can enjoy a cup of coffee while children are free to enjoy toys, gent
This program will take place at the Huguenot Park Library. Rise, shine and join us at the Library for a cozy toddler and caregiver morning! Caregivers can enjoy a cup of coffee while children are free to enjoy toys, gentle activities, and explore what the library has to offer. It is a perfect way to start your day. This program is intended for kids 1-5 years old. Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. First come, first served.