Branch History
The Eastern Parkway Branch Library, designed by Raymond Almirall and built with funds donated by Andrew Carnegie, opened on July 7, 1914 in a neighborhood of two and four story apartment buildings. This medium-sized library (12,250 square feet) was designed with a classical limestone facade with large arched windows and entrance portal.
Located in an elegant, densely populated residential area of Brooklyn, the branch became one of the most heavily used in the system. For many years it vied for the lead in total circulation with the Flatbush branch. Beginning in the 1950's, African-American and West Indian homeowners homeowners joined a population that had been primarily Jewish.
The branch's Kid's Connection continues to successfully provide programs for children aged 9- 13. Children aged 5-12 form the largest age-group served by the branch, though there has been a recent increase in adult use of the branch. The Eastern Parkway Branch also continues to provide public information seminars, lectures and performances for the surrounding community.
Famous Facts
The world headquarters of the Lubavitch Movement is located in Crown Heights at 770 Eastern Parkway. The annual West Indian Carnival and parade brings millions of people to enjoy the festivities on Labor Day.
Upcoming Events
Homework Help
Need homework help? Clarendon Library offers free drop-in homework help for students in grades K-8 with trained volunteers. First come, first served. Also - crochet for newbies!
K-8 After School Homework Help
If your child is in grades 1 through 8, a trained volunteer at the Greenpoint library can help with your child's homework!
This program is free and no registration is required. Program will be held in the first floor meeting room (Ash Room) on Monday afternoons.
Tween Time: End of School Party!
For ages 9-12, upstairs in EcoLab 2.
Come hang out with other tweens for some fun activities at the library!
Tween time is a safe and welcoming space for upper-elementary school kids to come after school. Every week we will have a different activity and a great chance to hang…
Game On! Kids' Boardgames
Play board, card and tabletop games with us at Cypress Hills Library. Designed for kids 4-12.
Homework Help
Need homework help? DeKalb Library offers free drop-in homework help for students in grades K-8 with trained volunteers. First come, first served.
Homework Help
Need homework help? Sheepshead Bay Library offers free drop-in homework help for students in grades K-5 with trained volunteers. First come, first served.
Movies at the Library
Settle in for Movie Monday at the Flatbush Library and enjoy a family-friendly film together! Recommended for ages 6+ and their caregivers.
Kids Create : Watercolor
Get crafty at the Rugby Library! We'll supply the materials, you bring the creativity & imagination!
Kids Create is recommended for kids ages 6-12.
Game On
Play board, card and tabletop games with us at Brighton Beach Library. Designed for ages 5 and up.
Kids/Teen Game On! Board Games and Puzzles at Clarendon
Play board, card and tabletop games with us at Clarendon Library. Designed for ages 7 and up!
We have Jenga, Uno!, Monopoly, Sorry!, dominoes, and more!