Upcoming Events

Jan
15
Thursday
11:00 – 12:00pm

Little Movers Storytime!

The New York Public Library — Hunts Point Library
877 Southern Boulevard 10459

This event will take place in person at the Hunts Point Library. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promot

This event will take place in person at the Hunts Point Library. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active child build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood. Best for new walkers, toddlers/or children at this developmental stage. No pre-registration is required

Jan
15
Thursday
11:00 – 11:30am

Family Storytime – Cuentacuentos para la familia

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

This program will take place onsite at the Melrose Library. / Este programa se ofrecerá en la Biblioteca de Melrose. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and children’s books in English and Spanish! Explore play materials in a safe,

This program will take place onsite at the Melrose Library. / Este programa se ofrecerá en la Biblioteca de Melrose. Enjoy songs, rhymes, and children’s books in English and Spanish! Explore play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. The whole family and young children of all ages are welcome. ¡Disfrute las canciones, las rimas y los libros infantiles en inglés y español! Explore materiales de juego en un entorno seguro, cálido y alegre. Toda la familia y los niños pequeños de todas las edades son bienvenidos.

Jan
15
Thursday
11:30 – 12:00pm

Open Play – Espacio abierto para el juego

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

This program will take place onsite at the Melrose Library. / Este programa se ofrecerá en la Biblioteca de Melrose. Extend your child's learning through play! Enjoy a variety of toys that promote a wide range of early

This program will take place onsite at the Melrose Library. / Este programa se ofrecerá en la Biblioteca de Melrose. Extend your child's learning through play! Enjoy a variety of toys that promote a wide range of early learning skills. ¡Amplíe el aprendizaje de su hijo a través del juego! Disfrute de una variedad de juguetes que fomentan una amplia gama de habilidades de aprendizaje temprano.

Jan
15
Thursday
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!

Jan
15
Thursday
10:30 – 11:00am

Family Storytime

The New York Public Library — Sedgwick Library
1701 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. 10453

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Library. Join us for songs, crafts and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. **Ideal for new walkers, toddlers and/or preschoolers

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Library. Join us for songs, crafts and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. **Ideal for new walkers, toddlers and/or preschoolers.

Jan
15
Thursday
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 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.

Jan
15
Thursday
11:00 – 11:30am

Family Storytime

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

This event will take place in person at Fort Washington Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-

This event will take place in person at Fort Washington Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children.

Jan
15
Thursday
11:30 – 12:15pm

Little Learners: Esther Crow: Move n’ Groove with Puppets!

The New York Public Library — High Bridge Library
78 West 168th Street 10452

Join Esther Crow and her playful puppets for a lively mix of kids' songs, movement games, and stories. Enjoy acoustic guitar tunes, Spanish songs, and fun lessons like how bees pollinate! Perfect for ages 0-5, this inter

Join Esther Crow and her playful puppets for a lively mix of kids' songs, movement games, and stories. Enjoy acoustic guitar tunes, Spanish songs, and fun lessons like how bees pollinate! Perfect for ages 0-5, this interactive show blends music, comedy, and kindness to spark joy and learning. This program is limited to 15 children.

Jan
15
Thursday
12:15 – 12:45pm

Family Storytime (New Times! Additional Storytimes!)

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

George Bruce is kicking off 2026 with new and more Storytimes! 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 careg

George Bruce is kicking off 2026 with new and more Storytimes! 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. Note: This event is ticketed and limited to 15 children. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at the George Bruce Library Stay for Open Play Ages 0-5

Jan
15
Thursday
12:45 – 1:15pm

Family Storytime (New Times! Additional Storytimes!)

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

George Bruce is kicking off 2026 with new and more Storytimes! 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 careg

George Bruce is kicking off 2026 with new and more Storytimes! 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. Note: This event is ticketed and limited to 15 children. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at the George Bruce Library Stay for Open Play Ages 0-5