The Healthy Communities Initiative focuses on the health and wellbeing of all Brooklynites by providing programs, services and resource collections to the public. The initiative focuses on mental health, maternal health, healthcare access and literacy, nutrition and positive aging. Through public health education, community partnerships, and interactive virtual programming, Brooklyn Public Library is committed to advancing health equity and improving community wellbeing.
This project is funded by the National Library of Medicine, National Institutes of Health, Department of Health and Human Services, under Cooperative Agreement Number U24LM014070 with the University of Iowa, Hardin Library for the Health Sciences, and the University of Pittsburgh, Health Sciences Library System.
Upcoming Events
Blood Pressure Screening
You can get your blood pressure checked for free at the Kings Bay Library. Kings Bay library in partnership with the Visiting Nurse Service of New York (VNS) offers taking blood pressure. It is done by a Registered Nurse.
Brooklyn Supports
Join us for coffee and connections to social support resources and benefits assistance.
Services will cover housing, employment, substance recovery, and more.
All are welcome. We hope to see you there!
Sound Healing & Meditation
Join us at the East Flatbush Library for a Sound Healing & Meditation class.
Sound Healing combines different healing sounds, music, and instruments to improve our well-being by creating an experience where our body, mind, soul, spirit are gently awakened.
This series…
Free Narcan Kit Office Hours at Greenpoint Library
Did you know...
that Naloxone (Narcan) can reverse the effects of opioid overdose?
that New York State law allows anyone who has received training at a pharmacy or community program to carry and use naloxone?
The New York State Good Samaritan Law protects you when you call 911…
Yoga with Nicole & ShapeUp NYC
Connect with yourself in Yoga with Nicole, a class to be enjoyed by all. Experience a fun and light-hearted, mid-intensity flow that connects breath to movement as you flow through poses, with modifications for everyone. Class will focus on mobility and stability to ensure you leave feeling…
Looking to Start a Career in Medical Billing & Coding / Medical Assisting?
Are you looking to start a career as a Medical Billing & Coding specialist or a Medical Assistant? Don't miss out on this FREE 15 week training opportunity at the Eastern Parkway Literacy Zone site on Tues., May 21 from 6pm - 8pm.
There are other certification programs that you may be…
Looking to Start a Career in Medical Billing & Coding / Medical Assisting?
Are you looking to start a career as a Medical Billing & Coding specialist or a Medical Assistant? Don't miss out on this FREE 15-week training opportunity at the Eastern Parkway Literacy Zone site on Mon., May 21 from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.
There are other certification programs that you…
Brighton Beach Movement Dance Class
Registration Required in person or by phone each session, first come first served.
Get moving, increase your energy and feel great dancing the most popular Latin Social Dances including Salsa, Merengue, Cumbia & Bachata.
A weekly hour program dedicated to your body,…
Yoga with Nicole & Shape Up NYC
“Connect with yourself in Yoga with Nicole, a class to be enjoyed by all!"
Experience a fun and light-hearted, mid-intensity flow that connects breath to movement as you flow through poses, with modifications for everyone.
Class will focus on mobility and stability to ensure you…
Allergy and Asthma Prevention with NYU Langone
One of the most common chronic diseases is allergies, which occurs when your body's immune system overreacts to substances in the air you breathe, food you eat or materials that come into contact with your skin. Spring brings allergy season, and with allergy season comes asthma symptoms. …
