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Book Adventures

Mon, Dec 16 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Sunset Park Library

Kids book club book discussion

This program includes activities inspired by books for ages 6-12.

Chess Workshop with Vladimir Mazo

Mon, Dec 16 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Coney Island Library

Kids Chess Workshop

Learn to play or improve your game, with instructor Vladimir Mazo from 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm. For beginners or advanced players.

Resume Editing Help

Mon, Dec 16 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 5

Adults resume

Need assistance perfecting your resume or cover letter to make it look and sound just right? Our volunteer Resume Coach is here to help. Please bring a draft of your resume or cover letter with you.

This is a one-on-one service; ...

English Conversation Group

Mon, Dec 16 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults conversations english conversation group immigrant services

Join other adults who are learning to speak English! Free! No registration required.

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English Conversation Group

Tue, Dec 17 10:00 am to 12:00 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults conversations english conversation group immigrant services

Join other adults who are learning to speak English! Free! No registration required.

Never Too Late to Learn: Computer Basics

Tue, Dec 17 11:00 am to 12:15 pm Coney Island Library

Older Adults techknowledge

Computer Basics for Adults and Seniors. Browse the internet, email, learn how to type.

Creative Writing

Tue, Dec 17 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Ryder Library

Adults creative writing

Tap into your creativity with different writing exercises.

English Conversation Group

Tue, Dec 17 1:15 pm to 2:45 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults conversations english conversation group immigrant services

Join other adults who are learning to speak English! Free! No registration required.

English Conversation Group (Advanced)

Tue, Dec 17 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults conversations english conversation group immigrant services

Join other adults who are learning to speak English! Free! No registration required.

Children's Movie

Tue, Dec 17 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Ryder Library

Kids family movie movies at the library

Call the Ryder branch for details. 718-331-2962

DIY (YA)

Tue, Dec 17 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Sunset Park Library

Teens after school arts and crafts diy teen time

Join us for open crafting time! Make cool stuff using duct tape and lanyards, create custom pins, magnets, and more!

After School Homework Help Cancelled

Tue, Dec 17 3:30 pm to 5:30 pm Sunset Park Library

Kids after school homework help

A trained volunteer helps children and teenagers to complete their homework.

US Citizenship Test Prep

Tue, Dec 17 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm Sunset Park Library

Adults citizenship

Led by a citizenship exam coach, the group lets participants discuss topics covered on the exam and practice mock interviews.

This program is FREE and no registration is required!

Portuguese Conversation Group Intermediate Level

Tue, Dec 17 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 5

Adults world language conversation

Practice your Portuguese language in an informal and fun setting

The class is free

No registration is required

Portuguese Conversation Group Intermediate Level

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English Conversation Group

Wed, Dec 18 10:30 am to 12:00 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults conversations english conversation group immigrant services

Join other adults who are learning to speak English! Free! No registration required.

Babies and Books

Wed, Dec 18 10:30 am to 11:00 am Sunset Park Library

Birth to Five Years babies & books storytime

It’s never too early to introduce your baby to books! Hear delightful stories, learn fun songs and rhymes, play with toys, and meet other families and caregivers in your neighborhood.

For ages Birth to 18 months.

Story Time

Wed, Dec 18 11:00 am to 12:00 pm Ryder Library

Birth to Five Years toddler time

An hour of stories, songs, and playing for babies and toddlers.

Toddler Time

Wed, Dec 18 11:15 am to 12:00 pm Sunset Park Library

Birth to Five Years storytime toddler time

At our Toddler Time program*, we’ll show you how to let your child take the lead in playful learning activities to encourage language development and early literacy.

For ages 18 months to 3 years.

*Ticket required. Tickets...

English Conversation Group

Wed, Dec 18 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults conversations english conversation group immigrant services

Join other adults who are learning to speak English! Free! No registration required.

La Hora Mágica de los Pequeños

Wed, Dec 18 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm Sunset Park Library

Birth to Five Years music spanish story play storytime

Cuentos, Juegos, canciones, rimas y actividades divertidas para los pequeños de 1- 5 años. Programa bilingüe en español e inglés.

Stories, games, songs, fingerplay, rhymes, and fun activities for Children ages 1-5 years old. Bilingual...

Tai Chi Exercise

Wed, Dec 18 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Ryder Library

Adults fitness

Chinese exercise

Ask A Tech

Wed, Dec 18 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm Sunset Park Library

Adults adult learning techknowledge

Do you have a specific question about how to use computers or find your way around the Internet? No time to attend a formal class? Attend our “Ask A Tech” program for personalized assistance.

We provide help with:

Computer Basics...

After School Homework Help

Wed, Dec 18 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Fort Hamilton Library

Kids homework help

Free homework help for children in grades one through eight.

Afterschool Homework Help

Wed, Dec 18 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Ryder Library

Kids after school

One on one homework help for ages 6-12.

After School Homework Help

Wed, Dec 18 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm Sunset Park Library

Kids after school homework help

A trained volunteer helps children and teenagers to complete their homework.

Arts & Crafts

Wed, Dec 18 3:30 pm to 4:30 pm Ryder Library

Kids arts and crafts

Enjoy a different arts & crafts project every week.

Spanish Conversation Group Beginners

Wed, Dec 18 4:00 pm to 5:30 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults world language conversation

Improve your Spanish in an informal and fun setting: this class covers the basics of the Spanish language.

The class is free.

Space is limited. We will put out a sign-in sheet a half hour before the start time.

Teen Anime Club

Wed, Dec 18 4:00 pm to 5:00 pm Sunset Park Library

Teens anime and manga arts and crafts teen time video games

Do you like watching anime? Love to talk about anime?

Every Thursday, we'll watch episodes of animes voted by members, play anime style video games, make anime-inspired crafts, and more!

What are you waiting for? Come...

Resume Editing Help

Wed, Dec 18 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 5

Adults resume

Need assistance perfecting your resume or cover letter to make it look and sound just right? Our volunteer Resume Coach is here to help. Please bring a draft of your resume or cover letter with you.

This is a one-on-one service; ...

French Conversation Group -Intermediate-Advanced

Wed, Dec 18 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm Central Library, Info Commons, Room 4

Adults world language conversation

Improve your French language in an informal and fun setting.

The class is free and no registrations is required.

French Conversation Group -Intermediate-Advanced

Woman of Color: Motherhood, Sisterhood, Style, Beauty, Loss, Resilience

Wed, Dec 18 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm Central Library, Trustees Room

Adults author talks bpl presents

Join LaTonya Yvette and her friends, Latham Thomas (Doula and founder of Mama Glow), Anja Tyson (Brand development and marketing in sustainibility and fashion) and Leslie Martinez (Writer and educator) in a panel conversation focused on mothering...

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