Online Events & Classes Calendar

This event is online only. Join us at the Grand Concourse Library for a special book discussion on Rare Flavours, the critically acclaimed graphic novel by Ram V and Filipe Andrade. This lush,lyrical story explores the art of food, memory, and storytelling through the journey of Rakshasa--a demon turned filmaker who travels across India to document the most unique, soulfish dishes and the people behind them. See you there! Rare flavours Dawnrunner You must register with your…

Re-visit the Tolkien-verse with our biweekly bite sized lunch time book discussion of the entire Lord of the Ring series. Each meeting we will be tackling 1 chapter until we eventually get through the entire book series (including The Silmarillion). Open to Tolkien nerds, anyone wanting to revisit the series, and people who are new to the story. This meeting we will be reading the chapter titled "The Battle of the Pelennor Fields" of the The Return of the King. Copies are available from the…

This event is ONLINE only. In honor of the "Great American Pastime," join the Grand Concourse Library staff as we discuss "Alibi Ike" by Ring Lardner. A popular baseball player earns the nickname "Alibi Ike" because of his steady stream of excuses. The story explores themes of honesty, responsibility and the importance of owning up to one's mistakes. Register for the program, then read the story by clicking the title above. On the day of the program, a link to join the discussion will be s…

Please join the 53rd Street Library for our Virtual Citizenship Study Group. The online citizenship study group is a place where you can study for the Naturalization Test with others who are also preparing for the exam, using materials from United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) and other resources, as well as playing informative games to help you learn all you'll need to know for the citizenship test. To participate in this program, please register with your email address…

“A lacerating story of loss and of seeking, written in prose that is charged with emotion but is always held under impeccable control.”—Kansas City Star Rabbit, Run is the book that established John Updike as one of the major American novelists of his—or any other—generation. Its hero is Harry “Rabbit” Angstrom, a onetime high-school basketball star who, on an impulse, deserts his wife and son. He is twenty-six years old, a man-child caught in a struggle between instinct and thought, self and…

**This event will be online only** Quantum theory isn’t just about physics; it’s about possibilities. Join Sristy Agrawal for a beginner-friendly dive into the world of quantum theory, demystifying what quantum really means, why it matters, and how it's already influencing our lives.Topics covered include: What quantum means and how it differs from classical physics Real-world applications in technology, healthcare, and finance The potential and limits of quantum computing How quantum…

Virtual Discussion. Third Thursday of every month 4:00pm - 5:00pm. Different topics every month. Share your tips for cooking !!! You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one day before the discussion. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join or dial in with phone. Sign up for NYPL Connec…

This event is online. Join us for the virtual edition of our monthly book club that explores themes of love in literature! About the book: It is a perfect August morning, and Elle, a fifty-year-old happily married mother of three, awakens at “The Paper Palace”—the family summer place which she has visited every summer of her life. But this morning is different: last night Elle and her oldest friend Jonas crept out the back door into the darkness and had sex with each other for the firs…

*Online: Are you up for the challenge? Read 12 books in 12 months for 2025 (Win a Gift) Please attend and participate in all upcoming programs to qualify. Please use the following info to join: Google Meet joining info Video call link: https://meet.google.com/wmu-wumo-mmp Or dial: ‪(US) +1 505-445-7794‬ PIN: ‪364 797 582‬# More phone numbers: https://tel.meet/wmu-wumo-mmp?pin=6516462231253

**This event is in person only** The Pace University Small Business Development Center (SBDC) is excited to provide in-person 1:1 business advisory sessions at the NYPL’s Business Center. New York City-based small business owners and aspiring entrepreneurs can sign up for these sessions and receive help with securing small business financing, marketing, and sales strategies, accessing procurement opportunities, business planning, and other operational challenges. Sessions will be one hour in…

Our coloring group is now online and in-person! We will meet online and in person every Thursday at 11am. We can color and socialize while practicing social distancing. We can chat with each other about current events, hobbies, movies and books while we color. Coloring can be done by anyone of any age, not just artists or creative types. Coloring can have therapeutic benefits such as alleviating stress and anxiety. Many have compared the benefits of coloring to achieving relaxation from meditati…

Intermediate and Advanced Level Conversation Classes for English Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL): Adult learners will meet online and have the opportunity to practice English by chatting with library staff and other adults from around the world. Meet other people who are practicing English, just like you! The program works best for people who speak some English and want to practice. Register below and include your contact information to receive the link to participate. The link will b…

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

*This event is online only* Click here to register Join us for an electrifying conversation with innovators and entrepreneurs who fearlessly blend passion and purpose, igniting innovation that drives both ecological and economic impact. About the Speakers: Ruthie Hubbard is a Go-To-Market and Product Strategy leader at Fiserv, a global fintech company that moves money and information securely for thousands of financial institutions and millions of businesses. Ruthie leads efforts to…

This event is online only. Join us on Google Meet as we read chapter books together, discuss, and enjoy reading activites and games! Intended for children in grades K-4 who are growing, independent readers. You must register in advance to receive the link to participate. The link to our book group will be sent to you by email approximately one day before the program. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join. Participation limited to 15 child partici…

This event is online only. Join us as two librarians talk about some of our personal favorite comics and manga for Disability Pride Month and summer that we hope you'll check out. Teens who attend and visit any of these libraries afterwards can get a free comic book to keep. Advanced registration required. The link to the virtual event will be sent one day in advance. Attendees must have a valid email address and a device with an Internet connection and audio and/or video capabilities. Public…

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

The scientific community has recently been exploring the use of meditation as a healing modality. Join Gerry Gorman as he discusses the extraordinary effect of meditation to reduce stress-related responses, improve concentration, and enhance clarity of thought and mental equilibrium. He will also present a simple, yet powerful meditation technique that can enrich one’s life personally, professionally and spiritually. Gerry Gorman has worked as a professional engineer, engineering manager, and…

Interested in creating a business, but not sure where to start? Join us at the St. George Library Center for a business workshop series hosted by NYC Business Solutions! NOTE: All of these courses will take place ONLINE except for the July 14th course, which will take place in-person at the St. George Library Center. Click the links below to register! Tuesday, 7/1 @ 4-6PM: First Steps to Starting a Business Wednesday, 7/2 @ 11AM-12PM: Grants That Give Back: Funding Your Business & Commun…

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

This event is online only. Color with us from the comfort of your own home. Chat about the books you are reading, the shows you are watching, and about whatever is on your mind. This group meets online via Google Hangouts Meet. You must register with your email address in order to receive the link to participate. The link will be sent to you by email approximately one day before our event. You will need a device with audio and/or video and an internet connection to join. Sign up for NYPL Conn…

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

This is an online event. Registration is Required. Angina with Non-Obstructive Coronary Arteries (ANOCA) is a condition where individuals experience chest pain despite having normal or non-obstructive coronary arteries - there is no blockage in the major arteries supplying blood to the heart, and therefore the chest pain is often due to problems with the small blood vessels instead. While ANOCA can be managed, it is associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events and mortality…

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

This book club is for anyone interested in discussing works of poetry in a friendly virtual setting! We'll discuss a wide range of poetry from classics to contemporary, with a welcoming approach to all perspectives, interpretations and ways of reading. This club meets virtually on the third Saturday of each month at 10am. Our selection for July is Song of Myself by Walt Whitman, a poem within Leaves of Grass DB 73834 You can also find an audio recording of the poem here: https://poetr…

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. Learn the fundamentals of computer programming with the popular language Python. This class will cover concepts fundamental to all programming languages and provide an introduction to coding more generally. This class requires a gmail account to use Google Colab, a browser based coding environment. Join the class using this link: https://nypl.zoom.us/j/82997943305?pwd=mLogbvfTRyVcaq01boXtJ9WAPMOIGA.1

Saturdays, 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM This event is online only. We welcome learners at all levels! Bring your questions, get support for your learning goals and find out how to learn Braille for free from home. This event will take place over Zoom. https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUlde2hqTkoG91r_zJaHFrQ8YuaIgNhzFEg

This event is online only. Must register with a valid email address. Learn the fundamentals of creating games in Godot. Topics include starting a project, working with scenes and nodes, file management, and more. We will be writing some code, but no programming knowledge is required to take this class. You will receive an email 2 hours before the class starts with the virtual class link.

Learn techniques for drawing raised lines: you don’t need vision to learn to draw! We’ll explore a different kind of drawing exercise or prompt each time we meet. This workshop will take place onlline. July Link: https://nypl.zoom.us/meeting/register/BimGE2x_SiyNzMO9i-VZCw

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Registration is required.

Have a question for your business projects that requires research? Whether you are looking at starting a business or growing your existing one, doing research is a "mission-critical" part of being in business. The Business Center’s Librarians can help! Our Librarians are available for 30-min video consultations on weekdays between 12-5 PM. The Library’s world-class Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL) features electronic resources, comprehensive…

*This event is online only* Click on the links to register for: ► Part 1: 7/21/2025 from 12-1:30 pm | Online ► Part 2: 7/28/2025 from 12-1:30 PM | Online ► Part 3: 8/4/2025 from 12-1:30 PM | Online With this new, three-part series you'll finally feel confident creating content that matches your business and brand style. Think you’re “not a designer”? Don’t worry—this new series is made just for you. Whether you're an entrepreneur, freelancer, or side hustler, these friendly and pract…

Join us for a virtual book discussion. Have a book you've read recently and want to talk about? Email ahead of time and we'll make sure you have time to share with the group. Just want to listen to some book recommendations? That's great too, we'll share what we've been reading. This will happen through 'Google Meet'. If you'd like to participate or listen in, register here providing your email address for a link.

The Thomas Yoseloff Business Center provides a range of free one-on-one financial counseling services that aim to assist with financial situations including general money management, budgeting, saving, banking, retirement planning, and more. Budget and Credit Coaching Sign up for a remote session with the Financial Coaching Corps (FCC) of the Community Service Society. Learn how to improve your credit, manage your debt, find resources in a financial crisis, and make progress toward your financ…

**This event will be online only** Through stories, anecdotes, popular culture, and humor, Sébastien Page discusses research in psychology on how to improve your performance, resilience, and leadership skills.Topics covered include: Positive psychology studies what makes people thrive—think of it as the science of long-term happiness. Sports psychology focuses on the mental game of high performance for individuals and teams. It overlaps with positive psychology in several areas. P…

Register Play Club is like a book club, but for plays! Whether you are familiar with the art of reading plays, or looking to expand your appreciation for dramatic literature, this book club is an opportunity to read plays you have been meaning to explore or have never considered reading before. Learn about new works, discover new playwrights, and make friends! This month we read and discuss Joe Turner’s Come and Gone by August Wilson. This group will read one playscript from the Library for th…

Budget and Credit Coaching is available now in person! Do you need help budgeting, saving, or managing your money? Do you have issues with credit or debt? Budget and Credit coaches can help you with all of these issues and more. Make a 60-minute in-person appointment with a coach from the Financial Coaching Corps of the Community Service Society of NY. More about the FCC here. In-person appointments are at the Thomas Yoseloff Business Center at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 45…

This is an online event. This is a virtual fiber art circle where we chat, craft, and create! Join us as we crochet, knit, or sew and share our knowledge and WIPS. AS well as our deep love of YAAAAARRRRN! All the yarn. Nohting but yarn. We will also do our best to give instruction on your knitting, crocheting, or sewing questions. So make sure to have your supplies and projects with you, and come craft with us! Dont hesitate to virtually browse all of the NYPL titles. If you have any question…

This event is online only. Children 18-36 months old and their caregivers can join us for songs, early literacy activities, and books! Any child under 5 also welcome! Missed out on family storytimes over the last year? Ready to move and sing and read books together? Catch up with Hal and the children's team as we sing songs, read picture books, and move around together--virtually! This program will be held over Google Meets. After registering, you will receive the link to the program 24 hour…