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Computer Basics (Crown Heights Branch)
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,...
Brainy Babies Brownsville Outdoors
Join us for a Brain Building program in Howard playground, for children 0-3 years and their parents or caregivers in Brownsville. Early literacy tips, craft ideas, songs and fingerplay. In the event of inclement weather, the program...
Virtual Storytime
Kids age 0-5 years and their caregivers are invited to join New Utrecht librarians for virtual storytime on Zoom! During storytime we'll sing songs, learn rhymes, and read books together all while supporting our young children's early...
Toddler Time
Storytime in the garden! We will sing and read to babies and toddlers each Wednesday morning at 11:00 in the Red Hook library's backyard, weather permitting. In the event of bad weather, we will hold storytime in the program room and all...
Blood Pressure Screening
You can get your blood pressure checked for free at the Kings Bay Library. Kings Bay library in partnership with the Visiting Nurse Service of New York (VNS) offers taking blood pressure every Wednesday, from 11 am to 12 pm. The taking of...
McKinley Park Branch Virtual First 5 Years Storytime
Kids aged 0-5 and their caregivers are invited to virtual storytime! Come join McKinley Park Branch for a fun virtual storytime program with read out louds and songs on Zoom. During storytime we'll sing songs, learn rhymes, and read books...
Don't Faint, Learn Paint
In this virtual program we explore colors and shapes and how they come together to create images that soothe and calm the mind.
In addition to creating works of art, participants will learn to:
Open images
Crop...
Toddler Time
Join us for a morning of books and songs as your baby or toddler acquires early literacy, fine motor, and language developmental skills! This program will be held in our beautiful Story Garden. In case of inclement weather, it will be moved...
Toddler Time
Join us for storytime in the reading garden! We will be singing songs, learning rhymes, and reading books together.
**This is a storytime for mobile children, walkers or crawlers. Babies who are not yet walking should...
Toddler Time
Enjoy stories, songs, and rhymes for children from 18 months to 3 years old and their parents and caregivers.
Space is limited and tickets are required for admission. Tickets will be given out at the information desk on a first come,...
Babies & Books
Come hear stories, sing songs, and meet new friends! For babies (0-18 months) and their caregivers.
Tickets are required and will be handed out at the reference desk before the program's start time.
Outdoor Babies and Books
Join Ms. Sarah every Wednesday at 11:15AM-11:45AM for Babies and Books. This week we will be outdoors! We will be singing songs, learning rhymes, and reading books together. This program is for ages 0-18months and their...
Toddler Time (11:30 Session)
Read books, sing songs, learn fingerplays, and play with other toddlers and caregivers! For 18-36 months.
Space is limited and registration is required. If the program fills, check our Toddler Time at 10:30am.
Resume & Career Help Hour Cancelled
One-on-One Resume Help Hour
11:30am-12:30pm
Clinton Hill Library staff is here as a second pair of eyes on your resume or cover letter and help with interview-practive runs. 15-30 minute spurts of one-on-one...
Toddler Time
Enjoy some of your favorite stories along with fun sing-alongs.
Computer Basics
Computer basics for beginners.
Learn how to use Microsoft Word, browsers, email, typing, and internet safety.
Join us in Cypress Hills branch program room.
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...
Email Basics
Email Basics will teach new users the basics of email, as well as understanding its uses, services and properties. This lesson will cover:
What is email and why use it?
The various types of email providers available...
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....
Learn Crochet Basics
This in-person program offers help to people interested in learning how to crochet a scarf or other simple creation. Yarn and needle are provided, or you can bring your own. Your instructor is Nancy Grant. This program was made...
Community Health Education Series. Facts About Cataracts
Kings Bay Library in collaboration with the Nostrand NORC and Visiting Nurse Services of New York (VNS) presents the Community Health Education Series - Facts About Cataracts, followed by meditation and relazation exercise. Stop by before...
Creative Aging: Beautifully Made Jewelry with Sharon Zeisel
Contemporary Beaded Jewelry Making with Sharon Zeisel
Learn how to create custom, on-trend beaded jewelry!
In each class we will learn a new beading technique and leave with a beautiful piece of handmade jewelry plus the know...
Storytelling Workshop for Polish Seniors | Warsztaty Storytellingu dla Polskich Seniorów
Polish older adults are welcome to learn the art of storytelling at the library! Polskie osoby starsze mogą uczyć się sztuki opowiadania w bibliotece!
Led by a published storyteller and Polish emigrant, this seven-part series will...
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...
Movies @ Gerritsen: The Father
Join your neighbors for a movie at the library with Movies @ Gerritsen!
This week's movie is The Father (PG-13, 1h37m).
Plot: A man refuses all assistance from his daughter as he ages. As he tries to make...
Grab and Go : Arts and Crafts
Create something new and all your own! Get a Grab and Go kit to take home and create! For kids age 5-12 years old. Kits available while supplies last.
*Kits contain small parts that are not suitable for young children ages 0-4...
Computer Basics @ Greenpoint Library
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,...
Cuentos virtuales para niños en español (Virtual Spanish Storytime)
Acompáñenos con cuentos y canciones en español para niños y sus padres o cuidadores en la página Brooklyn Public Library Family Facebook. (Join us for stories and songs in Spanish for children and their parents or caregivers on the Brooklyn...
Virtual Computer Class - Microsoft Word Basics
Do you feel confused and lost when it comes to computers? Do you wish you had the time to take a real, live course on computers?Microsoft Word Basics introduces new and returning word users to the basics of using, creating, editing and...
Cuentos virtuales para niños en español (Virtual Spanish Storytime)
Acompáñenos con cuentos y canciones en español para niños y sus padres o cuidadores en la página Brooklyn Public Library Family Facebook. (Join us for stories and songs in Spanish for children and their parents or caregivers on the Brooklyn...
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...
A Traitor to His Species: Henry Bergh and the Birth of the Animal Rights Movement - Book Discussion
A Traitor to His Species: Henry Bergh and the birth of the animal rights movement.
In Gilded Age America, people and animals lived cheek-by-jowl in environments
that were dirty and dangerous to man and beast alike. ......
Mango Languages: Learn Arabic, French or your preferred language on the GO
Learn Arabic and French or improve your English skills with Mango languages. Mango is an online language learning system that teaches practical conversation skills for real communication. It's a fast, easy, and effective way to learn to speak a...
Virtual 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 drop-in computer lab for personalized assistance.
Email Basics
E-mail is defined as the transmission of messages on the Internet. It is one of the most commonly used features over communications networks that may contain text, files, images, or other attachments. ... Email messages are conveyed through...
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.
Come by Sunset Park for an In Person...
Introduction to Internet
Introduction to the Internet is designed specifically for those who are interested in understanding what the internet is and how it is used. This lesson of 60 minutes covers browses, search engines, and navigating websites.
Creative Aging: I Have A Voice
I Have a Voice: Personal Narrative Writing Workshop
Write and reflect on your life stories and memories. Participants will have the opportunity during each workshop to create original material based on their own...
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...
Dyker Presents: Explore Chinoiserie Style Gongbi Painting with Henry Li
European designers drew upon the exuberance of Chinese motifs created a style -Chinoiserie- that proved popular beginning in the 17-18th century and continuing through contemporary times. The intrigue and versatility of Chinoiserie has influenced...
Kids Create: Decorate a Picture Frame
Have fun decorating a wooden standing picture frame with duct tape in different patterns and colors, stickers, and markers. For children ages 6 to 12.
Space is limited and tickets are required for admission. Please get a ticket at...
Drop-In Resume & Career Help
Stop by the Central Library's Business & Career Center for help with your job search questions. All sessions are one-on-one but timeslots are limited.
Kids Create Grab-and-Go: Origami Essentials
Stop by the Highlawn Library to pick up some essential supplies for origami and other paper crafting activities! Kits include square origami paper in various patterns and colors, along with some instructions to get you started.
Kits...
New Utrecht Poetry Group - Celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month
Join us for readings and a lively discussion of the work of the world's major poets. Celebrating Asian and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Please register.
DIY Teen Grab and Go: Desk Organizer Kit
Stop by at 3:00PM and pick up a Grab and Go Wooden Tray Kit at the Highlawn Library while supplies last. The Kit will include: Stickers, Washi Tape, Paint and Desk Organizer.
Chess Workshop
Starting April 27th, join us at Leonard Library every Wednesday afternoon as we play the greatest of all board games: CHESS!
All ages and skill levels are welcome.
Dream Collection by Greene Clinic's Dream Collective
Come join Greene Clinic, a psychotherapy practice in Fort Greene, for a tabling event that is part of their Dream Collective initiative. "Dream collectors" will be available to listen to your sleep dreams or provide you with materials to write...
Grab and Go
Stop by the Arlington Branch for a FREE Grab and Go Craft bag. 3:00 Wednesdays.
Only available while supplies last. One per child.