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

BPL/OATS Technology for All Fall Series

Wed, Oct 9 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, Oct 9 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

Thu, Oct 10 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, Oct 10 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 Knit, Crochet & Sew Together

Thu, Oct 10 7:00pm
Windsor Terrace Library

fiber arts knitting and crocheting Virtual Programming

Looking for company while your hands are busy with yarn or textiles? Join the Windsor Terrace Library for a Zoom knitting/crocheting/sewing/fiber arts session to share your projects and hangout. All are welcome!

**Registration required!

We will be using Zoom to host…

Knit Together

Fri, Oct 11 11:00am
Leonard Library

fiber arts knitting and crocheting Virtual Programming

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, Oct 11 2:00pm
Central Library

conversations Virtual Programming world language conversation

Join other adults who are learning to speak French online on Zoom video. This group is for beginner and intermediate speakers, looking to learn and practice French conversation skills.

Please register with your name and email to receive the information to join the group. The Zoom…

Kids Create: Virtual Craft

Fri, Oct 11 4:00pm
Gerritsen Beach Library

arts and crafts kids create Virtual Programming

Join us on our Facebook page for a special craft!

https://www.facebook.com/GerritsenBeachLibraryBPL

Virtual English Conversation Group

Sat, Oct 12 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.

NaNoWriMo: Let's Get Prepping!

Tue, Oct 15 4:00pm
Gerritsen Beach Library

creative writing Virtual Programming writing workshop

National Novel Writing Month (NaNoWriMo) is fast approaching. Every year I say I want to participate and don't... but this year I will!

I would love to take you on this journey with me!

For six sessions we will be putting in the prep work to set ourselves up for November. 

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