Parents

Brooklyn Public Library offers parents with children of all ages a wide array of resources and services, both in our libraries and online.

Virtual Storytime
Virtual Storytime

While our branches are closed, join us for live books and songs online.

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Homeschool Resources
Homeschool Resources

Explore our Homeschool Resources topic page, to support K-12 students with distance learning.

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Inclusive Services
Inclusive Services

Programming, events and services for kids and teens with and without disabilities

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BookMatch
BookMatch

Let our team of expert librarians recommend eBooks for you and your family.

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The 2020 Census is here and it's important to count your whole family, including babies and kids. Find out more about how to complete the census, and get info on upcoming virtual "office hours" and tele-town halls.

Join us for Virtual Ready, Set, Kindergarten! Explore early literacy practices through stories, songs, math, science and play! For children ages 3-5 and their caregivers.

Sign up now to receive monthly updates from our Youth & Family Services team with great resources for parents!

Upcoming Events

Virtual English Conversation Group

Sat, Nov 9 11:00am
Kings Bay Library

adult learning conversations english conversation group

Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom. 

Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom link will be emailed on the Friday before the program.

Virtual Crafting Circle

Tue, Nov 12 4:00pm
Central Library

fiber arts knitting and crocheting Virtual Programming

Do you like to craft? Looking for other people to craft with? Join our virtual crafting circle! Every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month, get together with fellow crafters to chat and discuss what you're working on! Bring your knitting, crochet, quilting, embroidery, sewing, cross-stitch, drawing…

Virtual English Conversation Group

Tue, Nov 12 6:00pm
Sunset Park Library

adult learning conversations english conversation group

Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom. 

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 starts…

Wednesday of Wisdom: Alzheimer’s Disease Treatment - Past, Present and Future

Wed, Nov 13 11:00am
New Utrecht Library

health and wellness Virtual Programming

In honor of Alzheimer's Awareness Month, join the library's "Wednesday of Wisdom" series as we present Alison Pietras, PA-C.  

Alison is a Physician Assistant with the NYU Langone Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center and the Pearl Barlow Center for Memory Evaluation and Treatment.…

BPL/OATS Technology for All Fall Series

Wed, Nov 13 1:00pm
Central Library

never too late to learn techknowledge Virtual Programming

Never Too Late To Learn

Join us for a FREE10-week technology course for adults ages 55 and over.

       Week One             October 9, 2024             All Things Zoom

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Virtual Financial Coaching

Wed, Nov 13 3:00pm
Central Library, Business & Career Center

finance Virtual Programming

Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals. 

Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…

Virtual English Conversation Group

Wed, Nov 13 4:00pm
Central Library

adult learning conversations english conversation group

Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom. 

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 starts…

Virtual English Conversation Group

Thu, Nov 14 10:30am
Central Library

adult learning conversations english conversation group

Practice your English speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning English. Our group meets online, on Zoom. 

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 starts…

Virtual Financial Coaching

Thu, Nov 14 3:00pm
Central Library, Business & Career Center

finance Virtual Programming

Do you have questions about credit or debt? The Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) can help you manage your money, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financial goals. 

Make an appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community…

Write Month: Check-In

Thu, Nov 14 4:00pm
Gerritsen Beach Library

creative writing Virtual Programming writing workshop

Accountability Check-In

The flow will be as follows:

10-minute check-in to state intentions
20 minutes of writing
5-minute check-in break
20 minutes of writing
10-minute check-in on how we did

Sharing what you wrote is optional. You can always email me for feedback…

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