JUL
13
BCAP at Home with the Brooklyn Museum
Egypt: Journey to Kemet: Explore ancient Egyptian art and its impact on the African continent and around the world.
Explore art, design, and culture with the teen educators in the Museum Apprentice Program at the Brooklyn Museum. These...
Loud Librarian Storytime: Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus
See Borough Park Librarian Mr. Mike read and act out Don't Let The Pigeon Drive The Bus
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gY8Ou98xzOE
Virtual Preschool Storytime
Join us for virtual storytime with books, songs, and a simple finger play activity. View the broadcast on the Saratoga Library's Facebook Page at 10:15 am
Virtual Storytime
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook Live broadcasts from our branches!**
Join us for virtual storytime with books, songs, and tips for your child to acquire...
Virtual English Conversation Group
Join other adults who are learning to speak English online on Zoom video.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group...
Resume & Career Help Live!
Get assistance with your resume, cover letter, or career-related questions live with a librarian via Zoom. Participants will receive up to 30 minutes of feedback and guidance.
Please register here on our event page to reserve your spot....
Decoupage for Teens
Come join librarian Julia live on the Canarsie Library Facebook page where she will be demonstrating how to decorate glassware and a wooden tray through the traditional craft of decoupage. Wikipedia defines decoupage as "the art of...
Virtual Movement Challenge
Seraphina is thrilled for the opportunity to join together and grow as a community of movers and body enthusiasts! Our sessions together will act as a space to hold each other accountable to be consistent and to play. While this world turns...
Summer Reading: Spin, Pop, Boom
Are you ready for some fun science?
Witness amazing feats of chemistry as we explore all sorts of spectacular reactions. Mad Science is a group that is on a mission to spark the imagination and curiosity of children by providing...
Character Folk Dance Class
Brighton Ballet Theater presents the CULTURAL IMMIGRANT INITIATIVE PROGRAM at the Brighton Beach Library.
For two weeks, starting July 6, 2020, BBT will offer a range of virtual classes for all ages.
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY:
2:00...
Virtual Census Storytime - Urdu
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook Live broadcasts from our branches!**
Join us for virtual Urdu storytime with books, songs, and tips in Urdu for your child...
Retro Gaming Stream
If you enjoy retro video games, or have an interest in viewing a live stream of some classic games, then our Retro Gaming Stream is perfect for you. During this stream the commentator will give some historical insight about each game played, and...
Russian Folk Dance and Games
Brighton Ballet Theater presents the CULTURAL IMMIGRANT INITIATIVE PROGRAM at the Brighton Beach Library.
For two weeks, starting July 6, 2020, BBT will offer a range of virtual classes for all ages.
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY:
2:00...
Teen Book Club Book Discussion on Discord
You MUST have discord downloaded to your device and an account created. It is free! This server is for grades 6-12.
We will discuss the current book.
What are your likes or dislikes of it so far? If we’ve finished...
Book Adventure: How To Catch a Unicorn
Join us for a read aloud of How to Catch a Unicorn by Adam Wallace and Andy Elkerton then use materials from around the house to build your own unicorn trap. (Or tooth fairy, monster or other magical creature trap!) Supplies: cardboard boxes (...
Jack & Friends: Stomp, Clap, & Sing with Suzi Shelton
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook Live broadcasts from our branches!**
Join local family performer Suzi Shelton for a series of fun-filled musical performances....
Teen Book Club Book Discussion on Discord
You MUST have discord downloaded to your device and an account created. It is free! This server is for grades 6-12.
We will discuss the current book.
What are your likes or dislikes of it so far? If we’ve finished...
Coffee and Conversation - Zoom Chat
New Utrecht patrons meet for an informal virtual get-together over coffee or your favorite beverage.
NBA 2K Play with BPL
Looking for a fun way to kill time during quarantine? Missing Basketball? Got a PlayStation 4? Join us for NBA 2K with the Library!
Play with and against friends, family and the Library in various modes like “All Star Team Up, Pro-...
Justice Initiatives' Book Club: The End of Policing by Alex Vitale
What would American society look like without punitive law enforcement? How is “crime” defined, and who gets punished for it? How can we reimagine “public safety” that keeps our communities vital—rather than eroded by racist surveillance and mass...
Live Music: Ashley Keiko with the Jamaica Center for Arts and Learning
Enjoy the performance of this up-and-coming multi-talented performer, educator, advocator, entrepreneur and founder of Keiko Studios.
This program is intended for families.
Chapter by Chapter: Harry Potter
Welcome to Chapter to Chapter, a older kid/teen-friendly "storytime" (but it's really for everyone) to help you relax at the end of the day!
This week, we're going to read chapter fifteen ("The Forbidden Forest") of Harry...
JUL
14
BCAP at Home with the Brooklyn Museum
Go Figure!: Enter the realm of multiple dimensions and learn how artists manipulate materials to bring them to life.
Explore art, design, and culture with the teen educators in the Museum Apprentice Program at the Brooklyn Museum. These...
Dance Exercises Class
Brighton Ballet Theater presents the CULTURAL IMMIGRANT INITIATIVE PROGRAM at the Brighton Beach Library.
For two weeks, starting July 6, 2020, BBT will offer a range of virtual classes for all ages.
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY:
2:00...
Virtual Babies & Books
Spend fifteen minutes with Macon children's librarians to learn lap rhymes, finger plays, and early literacy tips for interacting with your baby and fostering a lifelong love of reading.
This will be broadcast from the Macon Library...
Summer Reading: 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.”
View the broadcast on Youtube Live at 11 AM.
Jack & Friends: Toddler Yoga with Kelly Brennan
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook Live broadcasts from our branches!**
Join Kelly Brennan for a fun yoga practice! Toddlers will explore yoga poses and breathing in...
Virtual Storytime
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook Live broadcasts from our branches!**
Join us for virtual storytime with books, songs, and tips for your child to acquire...
Dance Exercises Class for Kids
Brighton Ballet Theater presents the CULTURAL IMMIGRANT INITIATIVE PROGRAM at the Brighton Beach Library.
For two weeks, starting July 6, 2020, BBT will offer a range of virtual classes for all ages.
MONDAY/WEDNESDAY:
2:00...
Virtual Storytime in English and Tibetan
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook Live broadcasts from our branches!**
Join us for virtual storytime with books, songs, and tips for your child to acquire...
Virtual Babies & Books
Spend fifteen minutes with a librarian to hear a story, finger plays and songs.
This will be broadcast from the East Flatbush Facebook Page.
Virtual Sign Language Class
Our once in-person American Sign Language classes are now virtual! Join Sabrina, Communication Specialist from ADAPT Community Network, and Librarian Rachel, every Tuesday at 12pm.
This class is open to people of all...
Virtual English Conversation Group
Join other adults who are learning to speak English online on Zoom video.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group.
Virtual English Conversation Group
Join other adults who are learning to speak English online on Zoom video.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group...
Book Adventures: Summer Reading Edition
Book Adventures: Summer Reading Edition!
Calling kids ages 5-12! Have you signed up for Summer Reading on Beanstack? Would you like to see how other kids are rising to the weekly challenges? Are you excited to share what you've been...
Virtual Jigsaw Puzzles
Join in to play a new jigsaw puzzle game every week via https://jigsawpuzzles.io/.
You can sign up for FREE with your Facebook, Twitter, or Google account.
Register ASAP to receive a message from the hosting librarian, Jess G.,...
The Little House: Storytime & Art Activity with the Museum at Eldridge Street
How and why do communities change over time? Find out by joining the Museum at Eldridge Street for a reading of Virginia Lee Burton's timeless and award winning book, The Little House. This beautifully illustrated book shows how changes come and...
Utilizing Your Library Online
Although your local library might be closed, NYC's library systems still have a lot to offer. Tracey Mantrone, Neighborhood Library Supervisor of Clinton Hill Brooklyn Public Library and Valerie Simopoulos of the 96th Street...
Kids Create: Fly Guy's Castle
We'll learn some fun castle facts with Fly Guy, and then Kat will show participants how to make a castle with cardboard and paper! Watch the video premiere at the Adams Street Library and Annex Facebook page.
Materials for the castle:...
Creative Writing for Social Change
In times of protest, people and businesses want to be heard. Today it is equally important that your message is clearly understood. In this workshop with writer and poet Jaime Lee Lewis, you will learn how to use poetic language and persuasive...
BPL Summer Reading List for Teens
Are you wondering what's on the BPL Teen Summer Reading List?
Join us and we'll introduce you to our favorites--which means all (lol)!
Virtual Board Games
Meet up online and play a really easy game using BoardGameArena or an online platform.
We will have a meeting in Zoom at first. I will send out a link at 3:15. Then we can decide on a game and I can walk you through...
Resume & Career Help Live!
Get assistance with your resume, cover letter, or career-related questions live with a librarian via Zoom. Participants will receive up to 30 minutes of feedback and guidance.
Please register here on our event page to reserve your spot....
Adult Book Club Book Discussion on Discord: Light and Fluffy
You MUST have discord downloaded to your device and an account created. It is free! This server is for ages 18 and up.
We will discuss the current book.
What are your likes or dislikes of it so far? If we’ve...
Virtual Open Newsroom: THE CITY and Brooklyn Public Library
Have questions about rent, employment, or food? Let’s have a conversation.
The Virtual Open Newsroom is back, and this time we’ll be diving deeper into issues about life in NYC during coronavirus. The Virtual Open Newsroom will have three...
Create and Tell: Comics 漫画
Create and Tell is a series of online gatherings for anyone who wants to practice and hone art skills and gain feedback from others. Participants are encouraged to show their work and tell their stories. Starting from July 14th,...
JUL
15
Virtual English Conversation Group
Join other adults who are learning to speak English online on Zoom video.
Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed one (1) hour before the group...
BCAP at Home with the Brooklyn Museum
Shades of Change: Witness how art can be used to create change and fight for justice.
Explore art, design, and culture with the teen educators in the Museum Apprentice Program at the Brooklyn Museum. These live virtual programs will...
Virtual Babies and Books Storytime
Join the Central Youth Wing librarians for a weekly storytime for babies every Wednesday morning in July. Learn new ryhmes, songs, and favorite books that are appopriate for babies ages 0-18 months.
The program will...
Summer Reading: Stewzo Musical Puppet Show
Kids love this unique show as Stewzo performs funny songs with his guitar and comedy routines with his cast of wacky ventriloquist puppets and characters. Lots of surprises, magic, and audience participation.
View the broadcast on...
