MAY
25
Outdoor Toddler Time - Windsor Terrace
Outdoor Toddler Time is back at Windsor Terrace Library! Bring a towel, beach blanket or chair and join us at the rose bush on the corner of East 5th St. and Fort Hamilton Parkway in front of the library.
If the weather is bad, we...

Author Reading and Activity: Dad Bakes
Join children’s book artist Katie Yamasaki on a visit to her Brooklyn studio, where we will read and discuss her latest book, Dad Bakes. Katie will talk about what inspired the book, and how we can use both books and murals to tell our stories...

MAY
26
All About Energy! with "Brainy Bill" Louden
Join science edutainer "Brainy Bill" Louden in a scientific exploration of energy!
The world is full of changes, and energy is no exception! We'll learn about some fundamental forms of energy (potential, kinetic, sound, heat, and light),...

MAY
27
Acting Out! Improv for Teens and Tweens
Anyone ever tell you you’re too dramatic? Perfect! We need you! Come join us in this introduction to acting improvisation and theatre. No experience is necessary to take part in this program — everyone is welcome! Sessions include a warm-up,...

Jungle Explorers
Bianca the butterfly is scared to fly. She journeys through the jungle to find her courage and along the way meets a monkey, Venus fly trap, and a lion who help her find inner strength. Dazzling creatures of all kind come to life in this highly...

MAY
31
Stomp, Clap & Sing with Silly Jazz and Camille!
Come dance along to “silly jazz” with comedian and jazz singer, Camille Harris. Popular songs include: “The Monster Under My Bed,” “Muffin Man,” and “Chopsticks.”

Bedtime Storytime with our StoryTeen
Join our StoryTeen Intern for some bedtime stories and songs. Feel free to wear your PJ's and bring your stuffed animals.
We will hold the program outside by the rosebush on the corner of Fort Hamilton Parkway and East 5th St....

JUN
2
Oceans of Possibilities-Summer Reading with Jim Vagias
Join us for our Summer Reading kickoff with "Magic Jim", Thursday June 2nd (SCHOOLS WILL BE CLOSED) @ 1pm for a performance designed for families and youth in kindergarten to 8th grade. Be mesmarized as magician Jim Vagias wows the audience...

Viva el Flamenco!
This is an in person program.
Join Sol “La Argentinita” for a family-friendly production featuring live dance and music in a vibrant and entertaining production full of color, rhythm, and emotions. Explanations and interactive exercises...

JUN
3
Kids Create: Bubble Wand
Join us for a reading of Bubble Trouble, by Margaret Mahey followed by beaded bubble wand creation.
Ages 6-12.
Kids Create is a regularly occuring program including a story and craft for school-aged children, after school hours.

Acting Out! Improv for Teens and Tweens
Anyone ever tell you you’re too dramatic? Perfect! We need you! Come join us in this introduction to acting improvisation and theatre. No experience is necessary to take part in this program — everyone is welcome! Sessions include a warm-up,...

JUN
4
Lucy Kalantari & the Jazz Cats
Join the Windsor Terrace Library as we kick off the Summer Reading program with Lucy Kalantari and the Jazz Cats.
Multi-award winning children's artist, Lucy Kalantari, brings delightful jazz age inspired music everyone can enjoy!...

BPL 125th: Southeast Brooklyn’s Pop-Up Fair
Time to celebrate with Brooklyn Public Library!
Join us in Marine Park on Saturday, June 4th for an afternoon of free activities and giveaways. We'll be near the corner of Avenue S and 32nd Street from 11am to 2pm.
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Summer Reading Kickoff
You're invited to celebrate Dekalb's Summer Reading Kickoff & also Bklyn Public Library's 125th anniversay
Join us for giveaways, facepainting ,the Magician’s Assistant & African Dance ...

Saturday Storytime
Enjoy stories, songs, rhymes and fun!

Birthday Bash with DJ Passa Passa
Celebrate BPL's 125th birthday with dancehall music live with DJ Passa Passa. This event is part of Summer Reading (check the calendar for family programs throughout the day). DJ starts at 2 pm.

Art of Mime
Start the Summer Reading with a wonderful program Art of Mime (virtual). World-renowned mime Bill Bowers shares a short performance and teaches some of the fundamentals of mime. Yes, even you can learn how to bump into an invisible wall and...

Mermaid Village with Kathryn Slocum
It's Summer Reading time! We're kicking off the celebration with Kathryn Slocum's Mermaid Village!
Explore the world of mermaids and other mythical sea creatures! Design an underwater village that suits their unique needs.

JUN
9
Raptors of Long Island
This is an exciting chance to meet live hawks, owls, and falcons. Learn about the many adaptations that make these animals some of the most skilled hunters on the planet. Get closer than you've ever been before to some incredible birds of prey!...

Bibliobandido Comes to Brooklyn!
The Bibliobandido (Story Eater) is coming to Brooklyn and he is HUNGRY for children's stories... But it’s OK–we know that Brooklyn has got this covered!
Please join us on Central Library’s Plaza for an afternoon of creating and...

JUN
10
Acting Out! Improv for Teens and Tweens
Anyone ever tell you you’re too dramatic? Perfect! We need you! Come join us in this introduction to acting improvisation and theatre. No experience is necessary to take part in this program — everyone is welcome! Sessions include a warm-up,...

JUN
14
Stomp, Clap, and Sing with Moozika!
Moozika! is singer-songwriter Jesse Goldman's award-winning bilingual family music band and educational program based in Brooklyn. Named one of the top three “Absolute Best” kids’ music classes in NYC by New York Magazine, Moozika!’s playful...

JUN
17
Acting Out! Improv for Teens and Tweens
Anyone ever tell you you’re too dramatic? Perfect! We need you! Come join us in this introduction to acting improvisation and theatre. No experience is necessary to take part in this program — everyone is welcome! Sessions include a warm-up,...

JUN
21
Get on Board the Freedom Train: A Juneteenth Celebration
The Underground Railroad is one of the most important chapters in American History. This engaging concert of songs, stories and narratives about slavery and the quest for freedom reveals the hope, power and eventually, the triumph that was...

JUN
24
Acting Out! Improv for Teens and Tweens
Anyone ever tell you you’re too dramatic? Perfect! We need you! Come join us in this introduction to acting improvisation and theatre. No experience is necessary to take part in this program — everyone is welcome! Sessions include a warm-up,...

JUN
28
Stomp, Clap, and Sing with Hopalong Andrew
Hopalong Andrew is an American Western and Folk music singer and humorist who revisions classic cowboy and folk songs to playfully reflect city life for urban cowpokes.

JUL
9
Volunteers for Wildlife present Owl Discovery Hour
Meet live owls and get an in-depth look into the fascinating world of these common-but seldom seen-local inhabitants! Enjoy up-close observation of their amazing nocturnal hunting adaptations.

JUL
30
Musical Storytelling with Erin Lee Kelly
Part of our summer live performances Borough Park Summer Reading Event: Erin Lee and the Up Past Bedtime Band
Get ready to hop, holler, sing along and sneeze along - NYC’s award-winning Erin Lee and the Up Past Bedtime Band are...

AUG
17
Gary the Great
The whole family is invited to join Gary the Great for a virtual performance full of unexpected moments and hysterical magic. Gary has appeared on NBC, USA, and the Travel Channel, and is excited to blow our minds in this private performance....

AUG
23
Folktales from Around the World
Every country from Albania to Zaire has it's own tales - in this program we will hear stories from all over the globe that are filled with wonder and fun!

AUG
25
Face Painting
Join the New Utrecht Library as we close out summer with Facepainting with Paula Yepes. Bring a smile to your child's face for hours. Choose from a selection of designs.
