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Learn more about the Library’s wide array of free resources, classes, events, and more! Book an in-person or virtual class visit or group tour now.
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Discover Books with Shelf Help
Don’t know what you're looking for? Try Shelf Help, NYPL’s new personalized book-selection service! Tell us your reading interests and our librarians will pick five books for you and have them sent to your branch for pickup!
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Explore All Online Classes & Events
People of all ages can engage with the Library through our online classes, programs, book clubs, and more.
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Find Community Support Resources
During these challenging times, the Library is here to help our communities to find the resources they need.
For Kids
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Live Virtual Toddler Storytime
Tuesday, May 30 | 11 AM -
Creative Writing Club Ages 7-12: Finish this Story: Turned Into A Cat??
Tuesday, May 30 | 4 PM -
Comics Drawing Club For Grades 3-5: Imaginary Friends
Wednesday, May 31 | 4 PM
For Teens
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College Drop-In Question Hour
Wednesday, May 31 | 4 PM -
College & Career Pathways: SHSAT Strategy Session @ 53rd St and Riverside
Wednesday, May 31 | 5 PM -
High School Dungeons and Dragons
Friday, June 2 | 3:30 PM
For Adults
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ESOL Conversation Tuesdays
Tuesday, May 30 | 1:30 PM -
We Speak NYC English Conversation Classes
Wednesday, May 31 | 11 AM -
Mercredi français: Advanced French Conversation Group
Wednesday, May 31 | 1:30 PM
Current Showcases
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National Association of Women Artists: Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories
Through May 31, 202353rd Street LibraryThe 53rd Street Library welcomes you to NAWA's Celebrating Women Who Tell Our Stories, an exhibition of paintings and…
24/7 Resources
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E-Books & E-Audiobooks
Explore e-books and e-audiobooks available for free from NYPL—from children's books to bestsellers.
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Additional E-Materials & Databases
Discover bestselling magazines, world newspapers, streaming classical and world music, and more from home with your library card.
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Digital Collections
Search thousands of digitized items, including historic prints, photographs, maps, and manuscripts.
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From Our Blog
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About the Library
The 53rd Street branch of The New York Public Library is a bright, inviting oasis of books and learning in the center of Midtown Manhattan.
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