Upcoming Events

This event will take place outdoors at Washington Square Park. Specifically located at the east alcove with park benches across from the Playground for Big Kids. 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. For updates/changes due to weather, please check Washington Square Park Conservancy's Instagram less

Note: Summer storytimes will take place outside in Seton Park right behind the library (weather permitting)! This event will take place in person at Spuyten Duyvil Library. Join us for family storytime at the library! We’ll read stories, sing new & classic children's songs, and groove to some of our favorite tunes. less

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. less

Join librarians from Seward Park Library for books, songs, and rhymes every Tuesday. Best for children up to age 5 and their caregivers. Storytime will take place on the 2nd Floor (Children's Floor). No registration is necessary. less

Note: Note: Summer open play will take place outside in Seton Park right behind the library (weather permitting)! This event will take place in person at Spuyten Duyvil Library. After storytime, library staff guide children and their grown-ups through a warm and inviting play space where you and your child can play and socialize with others in the community. A great opportunity to meet other children, parents and caretakers while learning about the power of play from library children’s staff. Please note: This program is for both caregiver and child. Children must be supervised by their grown-up at all times. Recommended for ages 0-5. less

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. less

George Bruce has new 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. Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays at the George Bruce Library Stay for Open Play Ages 0-5 less

Join us for songs, rhymes, and your favorite read-aloud books! Open to all ages and families. For the month of August we will be reading about Summer, Water, and changing Seasons! Tuesdays at 1:00pm August 4th - Water August 11th - Summer August 18th- Changing Seasons August 25th - Back to School Sautrday at 1:00pm August 1st, 22nd, and 29th - Summer Saturday! less