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VIRTUAL STORYTIME
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook live or pre-recorded broadcasts from our Coney Island Branch** Join us for a pre-recorded virtual storytime with books, songs, and tips for your...
Virtual Storytime with Ms. Lori!
Join us for a storytime incorporating stories, songs, and rhymes! View the broadcast on the Cortelyou Library Facebook page.
Virtual Saturday Storytime
Join us each Saturday to hear new stories and favorite tales read aloud.. View the broadcast on the Saratoga Library's Facebook Page at 10:15 am
Cortelyou Library Friends Virtual Meeting
Join the Cortelyou Friends of the Library group and become an advocate for library service in your neighborhood and beyond. We meet the second Saturday of every month and are currently meeting virtually at 10:30 a.m. Register for a Zoom link to...
Jack & Friends: Drag Queen Story Hour
**While our in-person events are on hold, we are offering virtual programming via Facebook Live broadcasts from our branches!**
What do drag queens and children have in common? They love dressing up and all things sparkly...
Spanish HSE Screening / Inscripción de clases de TASC/GED en español
¿Necesita ayuda preparándose para el examen del TASC (anteriormente el GED) en español?
No espere más. Obtenga el diploma de escuela secundaria y mejore su vida.
Con el diploma puede conseguir un mejor trabajo, ir a la...
Hunting Together Staying Apart
Monsters in Astera are out of control! We the Cypress Hills Hunter Guild need your help to hunt these ferocious beasts and protect the people of Astera from their fury.Join us for some PC co-op Monster Hunter world gaming on a password...
The Writhing Society: A Salon for Constrained Writing Techniques
The Writhing Society meets to practice and discuss the techniques of constrained writing. We practice the methods invented by ourselves and by other writers, artists, musicians, and mathematicians. Today's topic: From Yelp to Help—Reviewing...
My New York City
My New York City is a six-session online creative writing workshop from Parachute Literary Arts and poet/filmmaker SM Gray in which participants explore, reflect, and write about their NYC borough, neighborhood or other meaningful city locations...
Library Lab: Butterfly Feeder
Learn the science of attracting butterflies to your neighborhood. Supplies: plastic cup, thumb tack (to make hole in cup), string, cotton ball, one tablespoon sugar, and a colorful plastic bag.
Virtual Book Club: BYOB/Bring Your Own Book
Join Brooklyn Heights librarian Claire for this chat about what we're reading through video conference call. For this Bring Your Own Book ("BYOB") book discussion, make your own choice of book and tell us why you would (or wouldn't...
Adult Book Club Book Discussion on Discord: Fantastical Erotica and Romances
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...
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-...
JUL
12
Virtual Census Block Party: Health & Wellness
The BPL Census Navigator team is hosting a virtual block party! We'll have experts from the community talking about how to celebrate and nurture each other and ourselves. It's crucial to understand the importance of health and wellness...
Sunday movies at the Borough Park Library
We may not be able to show movies at our location right now, but adult services librarian Valeriya Kiselyer has found a source of movies that we can legally access and present to you free of charge. We have decided that Sunday would be a...
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 me live on the Canarsie page on Facebook where I will be demonstrating how to decorate glasswear and a wooden tray through the traditional craft of decoupage.
This program will take place on Monday, July 13 at 1:00 PM at ...
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.
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.
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...