The New York Life Foundation and NYC Libraries Book Giveaway Weekend at Central Library

Sat, Jun 13 2026
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Central Library

kids summer reading summer reading kickoff

Join us at the Central Library for the New York Life Foundation and NYC Libraries Book Giveaway! 

  • FREE book giveaway for Kids and Teens
  • Grab and go craft kits!
  • Stories with Alexander at 1pm: live, dynamic storytelling! 

Major support provided by the New York Life Foundation, the 2026 city-wide sponsor for the Summer Reading and Learning Programs. Lead support for Brooklyn Public Library’s Summer Reading 2026 program is provided by the National Grid Foundation. CBS2/WLNY is the official media partner for Brooklyn Public Library’s Summer Reading 2026 program.

children sitting near a book shelf reading a book and playing with a toy dinosaur
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