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.

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Upcoming Events

Virtual English Conversation Group

Thu, Feb 6 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 English Conversation Group

Thu, Feb 6 5:30pm
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…

Knit Together

Fri, Feb 7 11:00am
Leonard Library

crochet fiber arts knitting and crocheting

Knitting on your own is fun, but it's always better to knit together! Join us for a Zoom knitting/crocheting hangout and share your projects and your morning coffee. 

**Registration required!

We will be using Zoom to host this program, space is limited, and you will need…

Virtual French Conversation Group

Fri, Feb 7 2:00pm
Central Library

adult learning conversations Immigrant Services

Practice your French speaking and listening skills with other adults who are learning French. 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

Sat, Feb 8 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 English Conversation Group

Mon, Feb 10 4:30pm
Brighton Beach 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

Mon, Feb 10 6:00pm
Ryder 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 Writing Group

Tue, Feb 11 4:00pm
Gerritsen Beach Library

creative writing Virtual Programming writing workshop

This is an accountability support group for those who are currently working on a writing project or want to get started. 

I do not teach how to write but I am a great listener and love workshopping ideas!

The flow will be as follows:

5-minute check-in to state intentions…

Virtual Crafting Circle

Tue, Feb 11 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, Feb 11 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…

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