JUN
9
Email Basics
Please join us for Email Basics, where we assist new computer users with creating and navigating their email accounts.
Ask A Tech
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? Join our Ask A Tech program for personalized assitance.
Teen Grab & Go: Summer Reading Kit!
Stop by Macon and pick up a grab and go kit to kick off your summer reading!
Kits will include one mystery YA book and a DIY bookmark!
Film Program: Strange World
Strange World (2022)
PG, 1hr 42min
A journey deep into an uncharted and treacherous land, where fantastical creatures await the legendary Clades—a family of explorers whose differences threaten to topple their latest, and by far...
Teen DIY Friday: Pride Buttons!
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
10
Career Resources @ BPL: Training, Skills, and More w/ LinkedIn Learning
Join us at Macon Library for a dive into the knowledge and skills available through BPL with LinkedIn Learning.
This powerful tool has classes on professional skills such as Microsoft Office, budget management, salary negotiation, and...
Nehemiah Celebrating 3rd Anniversary of Black American Library Card
Join Nehemiah, Illustrator of Brooklyn Public Library's first Black American Library Card. She will facilitate an art program during our open streets event. Nehemiah will teach the basics of illustration.
Klass Buddy: Korean Language Culture Class
Klass-Buddy the most enjoyable way to start learning Korean and about Korean culture.
RSVP is required.
JUN
12
Resume & Cover Letter Help
Get help with your resume, cover letter, or career-related questions live with a librarian! Participants will receive up to 20 minutes of feedback and guidance.
Stop by the library and fill out our sign-up sheet. Make sure to bring...
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...
JUN
14
Storytime
Join us at Macon to hear stories, sing songs, and meet new friends! For babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.
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.
Storytime
Join us at Macon to hear stories, sing songs, and meet new friends! For babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.
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. ...
Teen DIY
Calling all creatives!
Drop in after school for a variety of DIY and creative projects to make and take home!
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
15
Father's Day Retreat
You are invited to join the Macon Library as we celebrate Fathers at our Father's Day Retreat !!!! This will be our 1st annual event and we are excited to give our wonderful Paternal figures a day of pampering and entertainment. We...
Grab & Go: Kids Create
Create something new and all your own! Get a Grab and Go Arts & Crafts kit to take home and create! (While supplies last.)
*Kits may contain small parts that are not suitable for young children. Please...
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
16
Email Basics
Please join us for Email Basics, where we assist new computer users with creating and navigating their email accounts.
Grab & Go for Teens
Hey Teens,
Come pick up a Grab and Go Kit from the Macon Branch!
Come one! Come all! Tweens are invited as well!
Hope to see you there!!!
Grab & Go Kits for Teens!
Tired of those video games?
Give your fingers a break and play some classic board games.
Come join us for an hour of classic fun!
Tweens are invited!
See you there!!
JUN
17
Saturday Storytime
All ages storytime!
Join the Macon Children's Librarian to share rhymes, songs, and books!
The library will be closed on Monday in observation of Juneteenth, and in this storytime, we will read a little more about the...
Klass Buddy: Korean Language and Culture Class
Klass-Buddy the most enjoyable way to start learning Korean and about Korean culture.
RSVP is required.
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Blink and Sweat with Us: An Introductory and Educational Fitness Class
June 17th, 2023
2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
at Walt Whitman Library
Are you looking to work towards a healthy life change? Join us and learn the basics in this fun, engaging, and educational fitness program.
Meet us at 2pm at...
JUN
20
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 Create
Create, experiment and have fun! Arts and crafts (and reading) for school age children 5-12 years.
Children under 6 should be closely supervised by an adult.
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...
Affordable Housing Workshop with CUFFH
Join the services team from Churches United for Fair Housing as they answer your questions and learn about your housing rights.
Get advice and learn the requirements of the NYC Housing Lottery, and connect with helpful services for your...
JUN
21
Storytime
Join us at Macon to hear stories, sing songs, and meet new friends! For babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.
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.
Storytime
Join us at Macon to hear stories, sing songs, and meet new friends! For babies, toddlers, and their caregivers.
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
22
Teen Tech Time (Walt Whitman)
Please join us as we play games on the Nintendo Switch and compete with gamers across the world.
Storytime in Fort Greene Park
Sing, read, and play with librarians from Brooklyn Public Library! Have fun hearing great picture books read aloud and playing with other children during this program dedicated to young childen. For children of all ages and their caregivers....
Teen Takeover: Celebrate Summer!
Let's kick off summer with an evening of fun!
There will be karaoke, tie-dye, games, snacks & a photobooth!
For teens only (13-19 years old)!
Macon Library Book Club: Annette Gordon-Reed's On Juneteenth
Join fellow readers for a special meeting of the Macon Library Book Club to celebrate and discuss the history and meaning of Juneteenth, with Pulitzer Prize winner Annette Gordon-Reed's essential text
Weaving together American history,...
JUN
23
Teen Breakout Room
Hang out at the library!
We will have a variety of games, art supplies, activities, and snacks!
Teen DIY Friday: Fantasy Mapmaking!
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 fantasy mapmaking. Come create a...
JUN
24
Read with a Therapy Dog
Read to a dog at the library! Our certified therapy dog Flash Gordon loves to be read to.
Kids can make enormous strides in building self-esteem and confidence while acquiring a love of books by reading to a therapy dog....
Summer Knitting & Crochet Circle at Macon Library
Join fellow yarn and textile enthusiasts to share inspiration, ideas, and stories from our experiences as knitters, crocheters, and crafters. This program is not led by an instructor--it's a social circle for sharing and building understanding...
African-Atlantic Genealogical Society (AAGS)
AAGS is dedicated to research,discussions and education on the genealogicial history and cultural heritage of the African diaspora focused on the Americas. AAGs helps families trace their roots. This program is hosted virtually. Please...
JUN
26
Resume & Cover Letter Help
Get help with your resume, cover letter, or career-related questions live with a librarian! Participants will receive up to 20 minutes of feedback and guidance.
Stop by the library and fill out our sign-up sheet. Make sure to bring...
JUN
27
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...