Events

The Library is here to help you learn and connect with your community through our wide array of free events, programs, classes, book clubs, and more. Please check listings to confirm if a program is in-person, online, or outdoors.

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16 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Tue, May 7
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam 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. Limited to 15 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Thu, May 9
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam Library. Join for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Limited to 10 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Thu, May 9
@ 3:30 PM
Join our friendly knitting and crochet circle . Beginners to experts are all welcomed. Supplies will be provided. *This is not an instructor led program*
New Amsterdam LibraryAdults
Tue, May 14
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam 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. Limited to 15 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, May 15
@ 3:30 PM
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam Library. Join us for an afternoon of fun and creativity. Limited to 18 children. For ages 4 and up with parent/caregiver.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, May 16
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam Library. Join for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Limited to 10 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Mon, May 20
@ 4 PM
Join us for a screenig and discussion of the film Tokyo Story (1953) Link to article: Space and Narrative in 'Tokyo Story'
New Amsterdam LibraryAdults,

College & Graduate Students
Tue, May 21
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam 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. Limited to 15 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Thu, May 23
@ 11 AM
If you enjoy walking and talking books come join our Walking Book Club. This month we will read and discuss Martyr! by Kaveh Akbar. Stop by the New Amsterdam library to pick up a copy. Meet at the branch at 11:00AM In case of extreme weather we will meet in the community room.
New Amsterdam LibraryAdults,

50+,

Book Lovers
Thu, May 23
@ 3:30 PM
Join our friendly knitting and crochet circle . Beginners to experts are all welcomed. Supplies will be provided. *This is not an instructor led program*
New Amsterdam LibraryAdults
Tue, May 28
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam 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. Limited to 15 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Tue, May 28
@ 3:30 PM
Come hang out in our community room to craft, use a laptop, study, play card games and puzzles, or just chill and relax! Snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own! This event will take place in-person at the New Amsterdam library and is restricted to tweens and teens in grades 6-12. Registration is not required.
New Amsterdam LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, May 28
@ 4 PM
Do you love plants and want to grow your collecton? Or are you looking to start your indoor garden? Come join us every last Monday of the month to swap and learn about plants with your neighbors. Please bring your plants, cuttings and seeds to exchange. You can still participate without bringing a plant to swap.Plants must be healthy and pest free. Please do not forget to bring bags or containers to carry your new plants home.
New Amsterdam LibraryAdults,

50+,

College & Graduate Students,

Young Adults/Pre GED (16-24 years)
Wed, May 29
@ 3:30 PM
STEAM for Kids
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam Library. Join us as we introduce various science topics adapted for young children. Each week we will explore a different science topic alongside a hands-on activity or craft. Limited to 18 children. For ages 4 and up with parent/caregiver.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, May 30
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at New Amsterdam Library. Join for a special time to bond with your little one and meet other caregivers. We will explore the joys of movement, books, and songs, in addition to building early learning skills you can practice at home. Come prepared to sit with your child on your lap. Best for children who are pre-walkers or crawlers. Limited to 10 families.
New Amsterdam LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Tue, June 25
@ 3:30 PM
Come hang out in our community room to craft, use a laptop, study, play card games and puzzles, or just chill and relax! Snacks will be provided, but feel free to bring your own! This event will take place in-person at the New Amsterdam library and is restricted to tweens and teens in grades 6-12. Registration is not required.
New Amsterdam LibraryTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)