Upcoming Events
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!
Open Play
The New York Public Library — Morris Park Library
985 Morris Park Avenue 10462Join us for a library playdate in our Early Literacy Room and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials and books in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child's learning
Join us for a library playdate in our Early Literacy Room and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials and books in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child's learning through play!
Coloring for Babies and Toddlers
The New York Public Library — Columbus Library
742 10th Avenue 10019This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we color and draw with the little ones. Help them to express themselves and develop their fine motor skills thr
This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we color and draw with the little ones. Help them to express themselves and develop their fine motor skills through creativity. Children ages 0-3 with their caregivers are welcomed.
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.
Love Begins with a Book/El amor comienza con un libro.
Literacy in Community (LINC) — SBH Main
We’re celebrating our shared love of learning together! Join us for a party focused on stories, fun educational activities, and celebration of community and togetherness.
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!