Upcoming Events

Dec
26
Friday
10:00 – 2:00pm

Open Play

The New York Public Library — Van Cortlandt Library
3882 Cannon Place 10463

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!

Dec
26
Friday
10:30 – 11:00am

Coloring for Babies and Toddlers

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

This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we color and paint with the little ones. Help them to express themselves and develop their fine motor skills th

This event will take place in person at the Columbus Library. Join the librarians at the Columbus Library as we color and paint 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.

Dec
26
Friday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Family Storytime: Bronx Bookworms

The New York Public Library — Melrose Library
910 Morris Avenue 10451

This event will take place in person at Melrose Library. Ages: 0-5 years old Get ready for some Early Literacy fun with the Bronx Bookworms! Join us for a storytime jam-packed with stories, songs, and crafts for you an

This event will take place in person at Melrose Library. Ages: 0-5 years old Get ready for some Early Literacy fun with the Bronx Bookworms! Join us for a storytime jam-packed with stories, songs, and crafts for you and your little one! Each session is designed to build crucial pre-reading skills through fun and interactive activities. We'll read some stories, sing some songs, and do some crafting! This program is perfect for children of any age, and is a wonderful way for caregivers to learn techniques to support literacy at home while connecting with others in the community. Come sing along and spark a lifelong love of reading! This event will be held in the Community Room on the 3rd floor.

Dec
26
Friday
11:00 – 1:00pm

Winter Movies: Happy Feet

The New York Public Library — Wakefield Library
4100 Lowerre Place 10466

Join us at Wakefield Library to watch a family movie after the holidays Happy Feet. We will light refreshements and books relating to the movie.

Dec
27
Saturday
10:30 – 11:00am

Family Storytime: Stories, Songs and Rhymes for Little Ones

The New York Public Library — Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
455 Fifth Avenue 10016

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

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.

Dec
27
Saturday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Saturday Family Storytime

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

Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books as we show you that storytime is fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.

Dec
27
Saturday
11:00 – 11:30am

Process Art: Read & Make

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. Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early learning through picture books and art, and share fun ideas for creatin

This event will take place in person at Throg's Neck Library. Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early learning through picture books and art, and share fun ideas for creating with little ones at home. We will read engaging picture books and create a craft or activity inspired by one of the books we shared, blending art, reading, and family engagement. For ages 2-5.

Dec
27
Saturday
11:00 – 11:30am

Saturday Storytime

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

Stop by the Fort Washington Children’s Floor for a special weekend storytime. Join us for music, movement, and read-alouds. Intended for children 5 and under with caregiver.

Dec
27
Saturday
11:00 – 11:30am

Family Saturdays

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

Join us on Saturday mornings with your little ones for storytime, crafts, or other fun events. We will share books and have fun with the whole family. Ages: 0-5.

Dec
27
Saturday
11:15 – 11:45am

Saturday Family Storytime at Seward Park Library

The New York Public Library — Seward Park Library
192 East Broadway 10002

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Saturday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the Second Floor (Children's Floor). No registration

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Saturday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the Second Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is neccesary