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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67 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Let's get hands-on!We will provide sensory play activities that stimulate a your child's senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing, as well as engage their movement and balance.
Baychester LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, April 27
@ 10:15 AM
Join us for interactive stories, songs, and play during Sensory Storytime! This inclusive literacy program will be held monthly on Saturdays. It is designed to engage children through movement, music, active stories, sensory materials and visual schedules. This program is ideal for children with autism spectrum disorders, or any child that may have difficulty attending in large groups. Best for ages 2-6 years. Registration is required and sensory storytime is limited to 12 participants.…
Seward Park Library, Community RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Sat, April 27
@ 11:45 AM
Early Literacy
During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the living things that they've explored. Recommended for children ag…
Allerton LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Mon, April 29
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Discover the Library in a whole new way! For Allerton's Playdate, the Library is transforming into an early-learning playground for babies and toddlers. Celebrate the power of play and practice important early literacy skills—all while having fun! Kids ages infant to three years old and their parents and caregivers are invited to the Library to explore different play stations, activities, and sensory experiences that promote a wide range of early learning skills. Come make new friends and lea…
Allerton LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Mon, April 29
@ 4:30 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for a hands on experience you won't want to miss that's fun for the whole family. We'll be making art that encourages different levels of exploration! For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Únase a nosotros para vivir una experiencia práctica que no querrá perderse y que será divertida para toda la familia. ¡Haremos a…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren
Tue, April 30
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This sensory and art based experience is designed for little artists (ages one to two years old)) to explore various art materials and the world around them. Activities include but are not limited to exploring with paint, using various tools like brushes, sponges, leaves and even pasta! An inviting painting space will be set up for little artists to explore and create at their own pace in a safe and nurturing environment. Caretakers are expected to support their little artist while they learn a…
Tottenville LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Tue, April 30
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Children accompany by parents/caregivers will learn to build nerve connections in the brain and encourages the development of language and motor skills.
Parkchester LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Tue, April 30
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Woodstock 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. April: 2: Kinetic Sand Come and join us for kinetic sand is a fun and to build with moldable sand. April 9: Snail Craft Come and lea…
Woodstock LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Families
Wed, May 1
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, May 1
@ 12 PM
Early Literacy
Join Ms. Melissa for this special storytime just for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. Enjoy books, sensory materials and treasured songs & rhymes in a calming space. The program room will remain available for baby and grown-up socializing after storytime. Please be advised: This program is limited to 15 non-walking babies and their grown-up. If your baby is walking, please consider our Family Storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This program will operate on a first come first served…
Spuyten Duyvil LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Wed, May 1
@ 3:30 PM
This event will take place in person at Woodstock Library. Let's get crafty! Kids will engage in hands-on activities using craft materials and their imagination. What can you create? May 1: Wind Chimes Like music to your ears! Kids and adults will all enjoy adding a creative touch to these musical wind chimes. These DIY Unfinished Wood Wind Chimes will tinkle with delight once they're painted up however you choose. May 15: Paper Plates Hand Fan Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Her…
Woodstock LibraryChildren
Thu, May 2
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join Tremont library and Upper Manhattan Forest Kids for a fun and engaging sensory experience through outdoor play! This program will take place at Bathgate Community Garden: 1818 Bathgate Ave Bronx, New York The program is limited to 10-12 families, for children 0-5 and their caregivers. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play.
Bathgate Community GardenChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Thu, May 2
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Let's get hands-on!We will provide sensory play activities that stimulate a your child's senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing, as well as engage their movement and balance.
Baychester LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Fri, May 3
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Children accompany by parents/caregivers will learn to build nerve connections in the brain and encourages the development of language and motor skills.
Parkchester Library, Children's RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, May 4
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join Bronx Library Center and Upper Manhattan Forest Kids for a fun and engaging sensory experience through outdoor play! This program will take place at Poe Park: Grand Concourse ave between E. 192 St. and E. Kingsbridge Rd The program is for children 18 months - 5 years old and their caregivers and is limited to 10 - 12 families. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play. ¡Únase al Bronx Library Center y Upper Manhattan Forest Kids para disfrutar de una experiencia sensorial divertida…
Poe ParkChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, May 4
@ 11:45 AM
Early Literacy
During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the living things that they've explored. Recommended for children ag…
Allerton LibraryToddlers (18-36 months),

Children
Mon, May 6
@ 11 AM
STEAM
The Huguenot Park Library presents S.T.E.A.M Gardening Club for little learners. Discover the magic of gardening in Spring as you learn some gardening tips on how to start a food garden, how to water the soil, and how to grow veggies from seeds. From growing vegetables and herbs to fruits; little learners will broaden their understanding of edible gardens as a sensory learning opportunity to build new skills. *STEAM is an interactive program designed for new walkers, toddlers, and/or childre…
Huguenot Park Library
In-person I On-site
Children,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families,

Parents/Caregivers
Wed, May 8
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, May 8
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This event will take place in person at Allerton Library. Join Ms. Margaret for this special storytime just for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. Enjoy books, sensory materials and treasured songs & rhymes in a calming space. Following the program, please stay for open play! This program is limited to 10 non-walking babies and their grown-up. If your baby is walking, please consider our Family Storytime or our Scavenger Stories series on Saturdays mornings. First some, first served.
Allerton Library, Children's RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Wed, May 8
@ 12 PM
Early Literacy
Join Ms. Melissa for this special storytime just for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. Enjoy books, sensory materials and treasured songs & rhymes in a calming space. The program room will remain available for baby and grown-up socializing after storytime. Please be advised: This program is limited to 15 non-walking babies and their grown-up. If your baby is walking, please consider our Family Storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This program will operate on a first come first served…
Spuyten Duyvil LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Thu, May 9
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join Tremont library and Upper Manhattan Forest Kids for a fun and engaging sensory experience through outdoor play! This program will take place at Bathgate Community Garden: 1818 Bathgate Ave Bronx, New York The program is limited to 10-12 families, for children 0-5 and their caregivers. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play.
Bathgate Community GardenChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Thu, May 9
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Let's get hands-on!We will provide sensory play activities that stimulate a your child's senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing, as well as engage their movement and balance.
Baychester LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Thu, May 9
@ 4 PM
STEAM
The Huguenot Park Library presents S.T.E.A.M Gardening Club for big learners. Discover the magic of gardening in Spring as you learn some gardening tips on how to start a food garden, how to water the soil, and how to grow veggies from seeds. From growing vegetables and herbs to fruits; big learners will broaden their understanding of edible gardens as a sensory learning opportunity to build new skills. *STEAM is an interactive program designed for pre-schoolers to 3rd graders and/or childre…
Huguenot Park Library
In-person I On-site
Children,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years)
Sat, May 11
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join Bronx Library Center and Upper Manhattan Forest Kids for a fun and engaging sensory experience through outdoor play! This program will take place at Poe Park: Grand Concourse ave between E. 192 St. and E. Kingsbridge Rd The program is for children 18 months - 5 years old and their caregivers and is limited to 10 - 12 families. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play. ¡Únase al Bronx Library Center y Upper Manhattan Forest Kids para disfrutar de una experiencia sensorial divertida…
Poe ParkChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, May 11
@ 11:45 AM
Early Literacy
During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the living things that they've explored. Recommended for children ag…
Allerton LibraryToddlers (18-36 months),

Children
Tue, May 14
@ 10 AM
Early Literacy
This sensory and art based experience is designed for little artists (ages one to two years old)) to explore various art materials and the world around them. Activities include but are not limited to exploring with paint, using various tools like brushes, sponges, leaves and even pasta! An inviting painting space will be set up for little artists to explore and create at their own pace in a safe and nurturing environment. Caretakers are expected to support their little artist while they learn a…
Tottenville LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, May 15
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, May 15
@ 12 PM
Early Literacy
Join Ms. Melissa for this special storytime just for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. Enjoy books, sensory materials and treasured songs & rhymes in a calming space. The program room will remain available for baby and grown-up socializing after storytime. Please be advised: This program is limited to 15 non-walking babies and their grown-up. If your baby is walking, please consider our Family Storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This program will operate on a first come first served…
Spuyten Duyvil LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Wed, May 15
@ 3:30 PM
This event will take place in person at Woodstock Library. Let's get crafty! Kids will engage in hands-on activities using craft materials and their imagination. What can you create? May 1: Wind Chimes Like music to your ears! Kids and adults will all enjoy adding a creative touch to these musical wind chimes. These DIY Unfinished Wood Wind Chimes will tinkle with delight once they're painted up however you choose. May 15: Paper Plates Hand Fan Celebrate Asian Pacific Islander Her…
Woodstock LibraryChildren
Thu, May 16
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join Tremont library and Upper Manhattan Forest Kids for a fun and engaging sensory experience through outdoor play! This program will take place at Bathgate Community Garden: 1818 Bathgate Ave Bronx, New York The program is limited to 10-12 families, for children 0-5 and their caregivers. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play.
Bathgate Community GardenChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Thu, May 16
@ 11:15 AM
Early Literacy
Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Let's get hands-on!We will provide sensory play activities that stimulate a your child's senses of touch, smell, sight and hearing, as well as engage their movement and balance.
Baychester LibraryChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Fri, May 17
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Children accompany by parents/caregivers will learn to build nerve connections in the brain and encourages the development of language and motor skills.
Parkchester Library, Children's RoomChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, May 18
@ 10:15 AM
Join us for interactive stories, songs, and play during Sensory Storytime! This inclusive literacy program will be held monthly on Saturdays. It is designed to engage children through movement, music, active stories, sensory materials and visual schedules. This program is ideal for children with autism spectrum disorders, or any child that may have difficulty attending in large groups. Best for ages 2-6 years. Registration is required and sensory storytime is limited to 12 participants.…
Seward Park Library, Community RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)
Sat, May 18
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at Stapleton Library. Let's get hands-on! Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books followed by sensory play afterward. For young children of all abilities.
Stapleton LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Families
Sat, May 18
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join Bronx Library Center and Upper Manhattan Forest Kids for a fun and engaging sensory experience through outdoor play! This program will take place at Poe Park: Grand Concourse ave between E. 192 St. and E. Kingsbridge Rd The program is for children 18 months - 5 years old and their caregivers and is limited to 10 - 12 families. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play. ¡Únase al Bronx Library Center y Upper Manhattan Forest Kids para disfrutar de una experiencia sensorial divertida…
Poe ParkChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, May 18
@ 11:45 AM
Early Literacy
During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the living things that they've explored. Recommended for children ag…
Allerton LibraryToddlers (18-36 months),

Children
Mon, May 20
@ 4:30 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for a hands on experience you won't want to miss that's fun for the whole family. We'll be making art that celebrates the boogie down bronx for Bronx Week! For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Únase a nosotros para vivir una experiencia práctica que no querrá perderse y que será divertida para toda la familia. ¡Hare…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren
Tue, May 21
@ 4:15 PM
Early Literacy
Hey Kids!! Join us for sensory time and while you're at it, get into a springtime mood while using your artistic talents to make a fun spring craft! No registration required. Join us while supplies last. All children are welcome!!! Parental assistance is necessary! Ages 4-10 This program will take place in person. First Come, First Served!
In personChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Wed, May 22
@ 10:30 AM
Early Literacy
This program will take place in person at St. Agnes library. During this 8-week series of workshops, children embark on an around-the-world story hunt. Each week they'll hear native stories from different cultures told through characters and props. Then they'll get moving and shaking with dance, music and sensory games which will connect them with their buddies. In the end, children will be part of an unforgettable journey which will leave them with a deeper appreciation for the land and the liv…
St. Agnes LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months)
Wed, May 22
@ 12 PM
Early Literacy
Join Ms. Melissa for this special storytime just for non-walking babies and their grown-ups. Enjoy books, sensory materials and treasured songs & rhymes in a calming space. The program room will remain available for baby and grown-up socializing after storytime. Please be advised: This program is limited to 15 non-walking babies and their grown-up. If your baby is walking, please consider our Family Storytimes on Tuesdays and Thursdays. This program will operate on a first come first served…
Spuyten Duyvil LibraryChildren,

Infant (0-18 months)