Classes & Workshops

Join us in the Teen Center - program room every Wednesday for a new art and craft! No experience or materials required, just bring yourself and your creativity.

Come & learn the techniques of Chinese Traditional Painting! Please bring your own brushes, paint plate, small water container and traditional Chinese ink; we will provide paper and color ink. 學習國畫繪畫技巧！請帶上畫筆，水彩板, 装水器和墨;我們將提供紙張和彩色墨水。

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

This event will take place in person at Throgs Neck Library. Come join us for open lab . Laptops will be available for your convience from 10am -1pm on Wednesdays, unless specified otherwise.

This event will take place IN PERSON at Columbus Library. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 90-minute Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in High School) w…

This event is in person at the Charleston Library! Knit, purl, and chat! Join the knitting circle and finish up some of those projects. Bring your own supplies!

Do You want to practice every day's English? If you do, then join this session. English skills are important for communicating with others, shopping, learning new things, and getting a job! Focused on Beginner English Learners.

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

Learn how to hold, click, and move the mouse and practice your typing/keyboarding skills. Registration is not required, but class is limited to first FIVE (5) walk-ins. If no participants show up by 11:20am, class will be cancelled. *As always, programs are subject to cancellation and/or changes*

NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! This event will take place in person at the 125th Street Library. Come to the Library and meet other people who are practicing English, just like you! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The program works best for people who speak some English and want to practice. We Speak NYC was created by the New York City Mayo…

This event will take place in person at the Woodstock Branch Library. Join us for some hot coffee while we talk about Banned Books and how the NYPL is helping teens exercise their freedom to read.

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

This event will take place in person at the Woodstock Branch Library. Join us for some hot coffee while we talk about Banned Books and how the NYPL is helping teens exercise their freedom to read.

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. This class will cover how to use functions to modify strings, a useful tool when scrubbing data, and how to use goal seek to solve common problems. This class is part of our Excel Genius class series. To learn more, visit: bit.ly/3KBj04g You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

Join us for a basic painting using water colors or coloring pencils. Coloring promotes wellness, quietness, and also stimulates brain areas related to motor skills, the senses, and creativity and of course is fun. Join us Mondays and Wednesdays at 11 am This event will take place in person at The Castle Hill Library All materials will be provided. No Registration required.

Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en la Biblioteca Van Cortlandt. ¿Necesitas ayuda en cómo usar una computadora? Estamos aquí para ayudarte.

This event will take place in person at Sedgwick Branch. Come learn how to enter and edit text, save files, and more.

NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! *This Program is in-person* We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners will have the opportunity to practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussin…

This event will take place IN PERSON at Yorkville Library. NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in High School) wi…

An introduction to the Internet, including getting connected, using a web browser, and navigating web pages. Learn how to find information online using search engines and subject directories.

This event will take place in-person at the Dongan Hills library. Join us at the Dongan Hills branch to put your creative skills to use. We'll be making beautiful beaded jewelry! All materials will be provided for you, although if you have any stones or beads you want to use, feel free to bring them! No need to register, just come on in. All skill levels are welcome! No Registration Required.

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

*THIS EVENT IS IN PERSON AT BRONX LIBRARY CENTER ROOM C22 The NYC Commission on Human Rights is a resource to empower the community to understand their rights and obligations under the NYC Human Rights Law. During this workshop the Commission will provide information about the NYC human rights law that focuses on worker, housing, and immigrant rights. For more information contact Samelys López at SLopez@cchr.nyc.gov Registration is required, and space is limited—sign up here! Learn about Car…

This event will take place IN PERSON at (branch). NO REGISTRATION NEEDED! Just come to a class! We Speak NYC is an Emmy Award-winning TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking with a child's teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation 2-Hour Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners (16 and older, not in High School) will have t…

Promote early literacy through art, while getting creative! Young artists will explore colors, shapes, and more while working on motor skills, creativity, and imagination. Registration Required/ ages 3-5.

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

Step into a healthier, more vibrant lifestyle with the Baychester Public Library's invigorating fitness program, in collaboration with Shape Up NYC. This dynamic initiative invites community members to embark on a journey towards wellness, fostering a sense of unity and well-being. No registration is required for this exciting class, which unfolds every Wednesday* from 12 pm to 1 pm in the welcoming confines of the community room. Under the guidance of expert instructors from Shape Up NYC, part…

This event will take place in person at the Morningside Heights Library. Do you have technology questions? Drop by the computer lab between 10 am to 1 pm. 30-Minute Interval Slots: 10am-10:30am 10:30am-11:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:30am-12pm 12pm-12:30pm 12:30pm-1pm 3pm-3:30pm 3:30pm-4pm No appointment is needed -- Same Day Sign up sheet will be on first floor circulation desk. ****First come, First served - 30-minute sessions per slot**** ****If you arrive between the sessions you wi…

This program series will be held in person at Pelham Bay Library. Join our knitting circle! Participants will be guided through the fundamentals of knitting. Must bring in your own needles. Space is limited | Registration is required. Register in person or by calling the branch at 718-792-6744. Dates: Wednesdays from 1pm-3pm:

This event will take place in person at the Great Kills Library. Are you an avid knitter, crocheter, or needlecraft enthusiast? Why work alone when you can join in the company of fellow crafters? Come join our informal needlecraft circle to share ideas, projects, and life! Chat about the books you are reading, the shows you are watching, and about whatever is on your mind. Sign up for NYPL Connect to get updates from NYPL and information about our digital resources and services available.

This event will take place in person at Bloomingdale Library. If you have a tech problem, question, or would just like some individualized tech tutorials, this is your time to work with a librarian and receive their personal attention and instruction.

Join us to learn about different resources such as newspapers, municipal databases, ancestry.com, and other tools to get you started with your family research.

*THIS EVENT IS IN PERSON AT BRONX LIBRARY CENTER ROOM C22 *ESTE EVENTO ES EN PERSONA EN LA SALA C22 DEL BRONX LIBRARY CENTER La Comisión de Derechos Humanos de la Ciudad de Nueva York es un recurso para ayudar a la comunidad a comprender sus derechos y obligaciones según la Ley de Derechos Humanos de la Ciudad de Nueva York (NYCHRL). La Comisión proporcionará información sobre sus derechos humanos en la vivienda, el trabajo y los derechos humanos de la comunidad imigrante. Para mas informácio…

DIY Faichun Do you need a Faichun? Do you want to write your own Faichun? 手寫揮春 揮春賀詞 要寫揮春嗎?

Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. Also learn how you can borrow a Chromebook from the library, just like a book!

Begin the New Year with the Healing Power of Meditation This event is online. As we enter the New Year we have an opportunity to look back at the things we want to continue to experience and those that we don’t. Meditation is an effective technique that helps to create more balance in our lives. Join Dave Buck for this powerful program and learn a simple meditation technique to reclaim your peace and incorporate more positivity and relaxation into your daily routine. This program will of…

This event is online only. Come join us and get lost in the creative world of crochet. Learn how to chain, loop, stitch and so much more. Enter your email in the space provided, and you'll be sent a meeting link the day before the program.

Declutter your yarn collection by crafting for a cause! The City Island Library invites knitters/crocheters of all levels to meet up and make scarves and hats to be donated to a non-profit organization that supports veterans. This program will be hosted by a staff member and we will learn from each other as we work on our projects. Participants should bring size 7 or 8 knitting needles or a size J or K crochet hook and a ball of worsted weight yarn to begin their crafty journey. Adults 18+. All…

Into knitting and/or crochet? Join us for this in-person program to work on a project in the company of fellow crafters! It is highly recommended that you bring your own yarn and needles.