The Healthy Communities Initiative focuses on the health and wellbeing of all Brooklynites by providing programs, services and resource collections to the public. The initiative focuses on mental health, maternal health, healthcare access and literacy, nutrition and positive aging. Through public health education, community partnerships, and interactive virtual programming, Brooklyn Public Library is committed to advancing health equity and improving community wellbeing.
Upcoming Events
Social Work Walk-In Hours
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Brooklyn Public Library's Social Work Program will be available to assist with referrals for:
Housing AssistanceFood AssistanceEmployment AssistanceHealth Insurance AssistanceMental Health/CounselingAppointments are free and limited to 30 minutes. The last appointment will begin…
Shape Up NYC-Mind and Body Circuit Training
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An invigorating fitness class designed to enhance breathing while challenging your strength and endurance! This full-body workout relieves stress, boost cardio fitness, and strengthens muscles. Come for the motivation and leave empowered. Please bring a mat. Space for participation is available…
Yoga w/Nicole & ShapeUp New York!
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“Connect with yourself in Yoga with Nicole, a class to be enjoyed by all!"Experience a fun and light-hearted, mid-intensity flow that connects breath to movement as you flow through poses, with modifications for everyone.
Class will focus on mobility and stability to ensure you leave…
Share Cancer Support Information Table
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SHARE Cancer Support is a national, peer-led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that supports and educates anyone who has been diagnosed with breast or gynecologic cancer and provides critical information to the general public about signs, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options. SHARE…
A Seat at the Table: Let’s Talk Women’s Health
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Community conversation focused on women’s health — with a special emphasis on breast health and cancer prevention. We’ll talk about risk factors, early warning signs, and the importance of regular screenings like clinical breast exams and mammograms. We'll also share simple lifestyle tips that…
Time is Brain: Understanding & Preventing Stroke with NYU Langone
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Join NYU Langone Health for an engaging and informative workshop in honor of Stroke Awareness Month! This event will empower community members with vital knowledge about the different types of strokes, how they occur, and why early recognition is critical.
Key Points:
Common stroke…Social Work Walk-In Hours
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Brooklyn Public Library's Social Work Program will be available to assist with referrals for:
Housing AssistanceFood AssistanceEmployment AssistanceHealth Insurance AssistanceMental Health/CounselingAppointments are free and limited to 30 minutes.
If you would like…
Zumba: May is Women's Health Month
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Zumba is dance fitness that feels more like a party than exercise. While listening to upbeat music, you will get a full-body workout, learn some moves and grooves, and have a lot of fun!
This is a low to medium impact class is a great way to acknowledge May as Women's Health…
Sit and be Fit (Seated exercise)
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One of the most significant benefits of seated exercise is its accessibility. Whether you’re dealing with mobility issues, recovering from an injury, or simply prefer a gentler workout, seated exercise ensures that everyone can participate …
Dancercise
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Get ready to move and dance!
If you are looking to move more, feel energized, and enhance your mood through dance, join us for this low impact gentle movement class! We will dance in a group to latin music. All levels are Welcome! Dress comfortably, bring water, wear sneakers.
Contact Us
We are available to connect everyone to health resources and social services in Brooklyn. If you would like more information or are interested in becoming a community partner, then please call 718.230.2768 or email HealthyBKLYN@bklynlibrary.org.
Online Resources

Gale OneFile: Nursing and Allied Health
Access to articles about nursing and health care professions from over 1,100 journals.
Hite: Health Information Tool for Empowerment
Directory of free and low cost health and social services programs.
Medline Plus
National Library of Medicine’s health information for consumers and health professionals
MedlinePlus (en Español)
MedlinePlus le ayuda encontrar las respuestas que usted busca en temas de salud.
Nursing Home Compare
Information on every Medicare and Medicaid certified nursing home in the country.