FEB
20
Chess Club
Free chess sets are available to use in the public area of the library. Please complete any chess games up till 15 minutes before closing. Please don't use chess clocks - thanks.
Caregiver Meetup
We welcome caregivers to mingle, network, and interact with other caregivers while the children play & listen to music. Self supervised.
Urdu Storytime resumes 2/27/19!
Resume & Career Help
Need help making a resume and/or cover letter? Want to update it to what employers are looking for in today's job market? Now sure what to say in interviews? Need help looking for a job?
We can help! Come and...
Story Play
Enjoy songs, stories, and play time. Tickets will be distributed at the 2nd floor desk at 11:00.
Ages 0 to 5 years.
Crochet Circle
Get hooked at Cortelyou! Come learn the new, valuable skill of crochet. All levels of experience are welcome to join, from beginners to those with years of experience. Please bring your own hook and yarn (these items may be found at any craft...
Chess Workshop
Perfect your game with the help of an instructor, and play with friends!
Wednesdays & Thursdays from 2:30pm- 4:30pm.
Reading Is Fundamental (RIF)
All RIF members must have a BPL library card to participate. Ages 0 to 17 years old. Youth will be allowed to choose a free book when they join RIF and on their birthday. Youth can earn additional books by borrowing and...
Teen Time
Do you want to explore new and old games? No time to make new friends? Join our Teen Tech Time program were you can play various games in a friendly competitive environment. Enjoy games using PlayStation 4, Xbox 1 & Wii U consoles, and board...
Urban Stages presents African Dance & Folktales
Join us in celebrating Black History Month! African folktales are woven through an interactive African Dance class with Urban Stages.
English Conversation Group
Practice English in a conversation group at the Cortelyou Library. Join other adults who are learning to speak English.
FREE! No registration required.
ESL Citizenship Exam Preparation
If you are interested in becoming a U.S Citizen we can help! Join our free exam preparation group.
FEB
21
Chess Club
Free chess sets are available to use in the public area of the library. Please complete any chess games up till 15 minutes before closing. Please don't use chess clocks - thanks.
Toddler Time with Reading is Fundamental
Join us for books, fingerplays, rhymes and songs! Specifically tailored for toddlers who are walking independently. Space is limited; tickets are required and will be given out beginning at 10:00 AM at the information desk, first come first...
Babies & Books with Reading is Fundamental
Join us for books, bounces, rhymes, songs, and playtime! Specifically tailored for babies who are not walking independently yet. Space is limited; tickets are required and will be given out beginning at 10:00 AM at the information desk...
Build with DUPLO
Come get creative and build with DUPLO blocks while socializing with other toddlers and their caregivers.
Ages 18 months to 5 years.
Babies & Books with Reading is Fundamental
Join us for books, bounces, rhymes, songs, and playtime! Specifically tailored for babies who are not walking independently yet. Space is limited; tickets are required and will be given out beginning at 10:00 AM at the information desk...
Chess Workshop
Perfect your game with the help of an instructor, and play with friends!
Wednesdays & Thursdays from 2:30pm- 4:30pm.
Knitting & Crocheting Club
2nd floor Community Room
After School Homework Help
Cortelyou Library supports young learners with free after-school homework help provided by trained volunteers.
Russian Storytime России История Время
Приглашаем детей и родителей ! Рассказы и песни на русском языке
Join us for stories and songs in Russian for children and their parents or caregivers.
eBooks Basics
Learn how to download E-books, audio books and more unto your tablet, kindle or iPad. Feel free to bring your own devices!
Session is on a first come, first served basis.
FEB
22
Chess Club
Free chess sets are available to use in the public area of the library. Please complete any chess games up till 15 minutes before closing. Please don't use chess clocks - thanks.
Thomas The Tank Engine Play Time
Join us for a very special play time featuring our very own, generously donated Thomas the Tank Engine Play Set! For all ages.
Adult Stress Relief Coloring
Come to Cortelyou Library at 11AM on Fridays for some adult stress relief coloring for an hour. Colored pencils and coloring books are included.
English Conversation Group
2nd floor Community Room
Family Movie
Looking for a fun activity during school vacation week? Come & enjoy a screening of "Smallfoot" at the Cortelyou Library!
Smallfoot: A Yeti is convinced that the elusive creatures known as "humans" really do exist.
FEB
23
Saturday Storytime
Join us each Saturday to hear new stories and favorite tales read aloud. All ages welcome!
Sahaja Yoga Meditation Group
Join us for an hour of Sahaja Yoga and Meditation.
Kids Tech Time: Hack Minecraft Workshop
Become a master builder in Minecraft with this five-part workshop series. Learn to code using Python and Raspberry Pi's to construct huge buildings in seconds, build forests and cities instantly and learn to teleport in the Minecraft...
Girls Who Code
Learn computer science through real-world projects in art and storytelling, robotics, video games, web sites, apps and more!
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FEB
24
Chess Club
Free chess sets are available to use in the public area of the library. Please complete any chess games up till 15 minutes before closing. Please don't use chess clocks - thanks.
FEB
25
Immigrant Justice Corps Consultation & Legal Help
Immigration consultations, legal services and information sessions are available with Immigrant Justice Corps (IJC) at Brooklyn Public Library.
Immigration consultation and legal help. By appointment only,...
Chess Club
Free chess sets are available to use in the public area of the library. Please complete any chess games up till 15 minutes before closing. Please don't use chess clocks - thanks.
Build with Duplo
Music and free play with Lego DUPLOs and other toys. For children 0 to 5 years old.
Resume & Career Help
Need help with your resume? Meet with our trained reviewer to get assistance with editing and advice for your job search.
Please bring a draft of your resume with you, or a list of your work history and education. This is a one-on-one...
Computer Basics
Computer Basics training is designed specifically for those who are completely new to computers or who feel they need to have more instruction before confidently using a computer.
This lesson introduces new PC users to the...
Story Play
Enjoy songs, stories, and play time. Tickets will be distributed at the 2nd floor desk at 11:00.
Ages 0 to 5 years.
Movies @ the Library: Black Panther
T'Challa, heir to the hidden but advanced kingdom of Wakanda, must step forward to lead his people into a new future and must confront a challenger from his country's past.
Affordable Care Act (ACA) In-Person Assistance/Navigator Program
Callen Lorde's Insurance Navigator Program is available to help determine if you're eligible for free public health insurance and, if so, help you enroll. Trained staff will meet with you, screen what programs you qualify for, and submit the...
After School Homework Help
Cortelyou Library supports young learners with free after-school homework help provided by trained volunteers.
Teen Time
Do you want to explore new and old games? No time to make new friends? Join our Teen Tech Time program were you can play various games in a friendly competitive environment. Enjoy games using PlayStation 4, Xbox 1 & Wii U consoles, and board...
Teen Tech Time: 3D Design with Tinkercad
Drop in 3D Design Lab: Choose an item from the MakerBot Thingiverse web site or design your own object using Tinkercad and a library laptop. Also, try our 3-D Doodler Pen to create fun projects. Participants can pick up their projects at a later...
FEB
26
Chess Club
Free chess sets are available to use in the public area of the library. Please complete any chess games up till 15 minutes before closing. Please don't use chess clocks - thanks.
Overeaters Anonymous
2nd floor Community Room
Creative Aging: Words and Memories
The Words and Memories program stimulates memory in the older adult in a cheerful and edifying way. The idea is to include all in a program relevant to seasons, current events, holidays or any other way the discussion goes pursuant to jogging the...
Email Basics
Email Basics will teach new users the basics of email, as well as understanding its uses, services and properties.
This lesson will cover:
What is email and why use it? The various types of email providers available. How...
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