MAY
30
Board Games for Teens
Play an old classic like Uno, Chess, Connect 4 or Monopoly.
We also have a few new games to try out like Exploding Kittens, Coup and Splendor.
Kids Create: Model Magic Creations
Get creative with Model Magic!
This program is geared for kids 4 and up.
Chess Club
Kids & teens - want to play chess with other kids? Come to Chess Club on the ground floor of Walt Whitman Library every Tuesday.
Comics Club
Discuss your favorite books every month with fellow comic book and manga fans and learn how to turn your own ideas into comics!
For ages 8-12. Meets the last Tuesday of each month.
Registration not required - drop-ins...
MAY
31
Babies & Books
Fingerplays, tummy-time and books, Oh My! A special 30-minute program of stories, rhymes and songs geared specifically for the youngest children who are not yet walking. Only pre-walkers will be admitted. Please be mindful of our age limits...
Babies & Toddler Time
Sing, read, and play with Miss Anna at the Walt Whitman library! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program dedicated to babies and active toddlers. Open to families and caregivers of...
Ask A Tech
Do you have a specific question about how to use computers or find your way around the Internet? Want to explore your phone and its features? Join us for one-on-one assistance with your device.
Computer Basics (Crown Heights)
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 hardware,...
Teen Tech Time @ Walt Whitman
Teens and Young Adults ages 12-18, join us for a bit of video-game fun!
We have Switch, PS4 and X-box gaming available.
A few of our popular games are: NBA 2K, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart, and Marvel vs Capcom. ...
Kids Tech Time
Come join Kids Tech Time and play the Nintendo Switch and Dance to Just Dance on the Xbox!
After School Homework Help
Need help with homework? We can help! Homework Help is back at Walt Whitman Library
Our volunteer tutors:
Work with students in grades, K-8 Assist students in the subjects: math, reading, and writing. Help in other subjects...
JUN
1
First Five Years: Story & Play
Come enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes with a different theme every week! This is a 50-minute Storytime & Play program geared for ages 0 through 5 years (with a caregiver).
One ticket per person. Tickets will be distributed at the info...
After School Homework Help
Need help with your homework? Come see our homework helper for grades K-12!
Teen Tech Time (Walt Whitman)
Please join us as we play games on the Nintendo Switch and compete with gamers across the world.
Storytime
Sing, read, and play with Miss Anna at the Walt Whitman library! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program dedicated to young childen. Open to families and caregivers of children age...
Bored?...Games!
Bored? Come play board games! Bring your own or play some of ours. We have the classics, including chess, Monopoly, Life, and Connect Four plus new faves like King of Tokyo, Spaceteam and Chicken vs. Hot Dog. Come alone or bring a friend!...
JUN
2
Crown Heights Men's Health Fair
Join us for an all-day health fair focusing on men's health and wellness!
We will have free cancer, HIV/HCV and mental health screenings!
Come speak with health care providers and representatives from community based organizations...
Kids Explore: Legos & Duplos
Come Build with Legos & Duplos
*This program is geared for children 3 years and up.
JUN
5
Grab & Go: Crafts
Pick up a grab-and-go kit to create at-home crafts.
Drop-In Resume and Career Help
Get free one-on-one assistance with resumes, cover letters, career advice, and more with help from a Job Information Resource Librarian.
Our staff offer guidance on resumes and cover letters but do not write or type these documents for...
Tech Help For Your Job Search
Stop by to get answers to your tech questions and build your computer skills in:
Formatting & uploading resumes
Formatting & uploading cover letters
Navigating job application websites
Filling out job...
Cooking for Teens with City Harvest
Teens ages 12-17 can have fun cooking healthy food with City Harvest! Join us for a series of free cooking classes in June. All food will be provided!
JUN
6
Acrylic Painting Series
In these FREE in-person classes, Teaching Artist Edward Oluokun will instruct you in the fundamentals of acrylic painting on canvas through a four-week intensive series. Learn how to transform an idea into a painting! These skills can help you...
Kids Gardening: Plant The Tiny Seed
Join us for a special reading of Eric Carle's "Plant the Tiny Seed". Afterwards, we will plant our very own tiny (flower) seeds to be brought home.
JUN
7
Babies & Books
Fingerplays, tummy-time and books, Oh My! A special 30-minute program of stories, rhymes and songs geared specifically for the youngest children who are not yet walking. Only pre-walkers will be admitted. Please be mindful of our age limits...
Babies & Toddler Time
Sing, read, and play with Miss Anna at the Walt Whitman library! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program dedicated to babies and active toddlers. Open to families and caregivers of...
Ask A Tech
Do you have a specific question about how to use computers or find your way around the Internet? Want to explore your phone and its features? Join us for one-on-one assistance with your device.
Teen Tech Time @ Walt Whitman
Teens and Young Adults ages 12-18, join us for a bit of video-game fun!
We have Switch, PS4 and X-box gaming available.
A few of our popular games are: NBA 2K, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart, and Marvel vs Capcom. ...
After School Homework Help
Need help with homework? We can help! Homework Help is back at Walt Whitman Library
Our volunteer tutors:
Work with students in grades, K-8 Assist students in the subjects: math, reading, and writing. Help in other subjects...
JUN
8
First Five Years: Story & Play
Come enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes with a different theme every week! This is a 50-minute Storytime & Play program geared for ages 0 through 5 years (with a caregiver).
One ticket per person. Tickets will be distributed at the info...
Summer @ BPL Kickoff Celebration
Join Walt Whitman Library as we celebrate the kickoff of Summer @ BPL with special events and book giveaways!
11:00 AM – 12 Noon
HANDMADE FLOWER MAKING
with Artist Pamela Isaac
...
After School Homework Help
Need help with your homework? Come see our homework helper for grades K-12!
Teen Tech Time (Walt Whitman)
Please join us as we play games on the Nintendo Switch and compete with gamers across the world.
JUN
9
Pop Up Wellness Group: Tai Chi & Ki Gong
Join us for an hour-long Tai Chi & Ki Gong workshop led by Karen Doukas of MBE Center LLC!
Tai Chi & Ki Gong have both physical and mental benefits, including strengthening muscles and bones, improving cirulation, and easing...
Email Basics
Please join us for Email Basics, where we assist new computer users with creating and navigating their email accounts.
Movies @ the Library
Join us for a kid friendly film. We will be watching Peter Rabbit the movie.
*This program is geared for children ages 5 and up.
Film Program: Lightyear
Lightyear (2022)
PG, 1hr 40min
The story of Buzz Lightyear and his adventures to infinity and beyond.
View Trailer
BYOP: Bring Your Own Popcorn!
Teen DIY Friday
Drop in and get creative with a variety of DIY and creative projects.
Join us, every other week, at the Teen Table on the main floor of the Walt Whitman Library.
This week we’re making PRIDE flag pinback buttons....
JUN
12
Drop-In Resume and Career Help
Get free one-on-one assistance with resumes, cover letters, career advice, and more with help from a Job Information Resource Librarian.
Our staff offer guidance on resumes and cover letters but do not write or type these documents for...
Tech Help For Your Job Search
Stop by to get answers to your tech questions and build your computer skills in:
Formatting & uploading resumes
Formatting & uploading cover letters
Navigating job application websites
Filling out job...
Cooking for Teens with City Harvest
Teens ages 12-17 can have fun cooking healthy food with City Harvest! Join us for a series of free cooking classes in June. All food will be provided!
Kids Create
Join Miss Anna for a fun arts & crafts project! Kids Create is open for children of all ages, but children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult.
Please arrive promptly to the community room. Stroller parking and restrooms...
JUN
13
Acrylic Painting Series
In these FREE in-person classes, Teaching Artist Edward Oluokun will instruct you in the fundamentals of acrylic painting on canvas through a four-week intensive series. Learn how to transform an idea into a painting! These skills can help you...
Kids Gardening: Eating The Rainbow
Join us for a special reading of Lois Elhart's "Growing Vegetable Soup". Afterwards, we will plant our very own kitchen herbs to be brought home.
JUN
14
Babies & Books
Fingerplays, tummy-time and books, Oh My! A special 30-minute program of stories, rhymes and songs geared specifically for the youngest children who are not yet walking. Only pre-walkers will be admitted. Please be mindful of our age limits...
Babies & Toddler Time
Sing, read, and play with Miss Anna at the Walt Whitman library! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program dedicated to babies and active toddlers. Open to families and caregivers of...
Ask A Tech
Do you have a specific question about how to use computers or find your way around the Internet? Want to explore your phone and its features? Join us for one-on-one assistance with your device.
Teen Tech Time @ Walt Whitman
Teens and Young Adults ages 12-18, join us for a bit of video-game fun!
We have Switch, PS4 and X-box gaming available.
A few of our popular games are: NBA 2K, Super Smash Bros Ultimate, Mario Kart, and Marvel vs Capcom. ...