Events

A party about books? Sign us up! Join Parkchester Library for Reading Rhythms at NYPL. Book lovers, rejoice! Reading Rhythms and The New York Public Library are teaming up for reading parties across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Meet and mingle with fellow book lovers at Parkchester Library at our next reading party. Plus, get custom reading recommendations from librarians, pick up a library card, and more! REGISTRATION Registration is required for this event. To register | R…

Learn how to create a dynamic slideshow presentation using advanced techniques within Microsoft Powerpoint. Topics include embedding external content, adding a theme, and using advanced formatting techniques.

This event wil take place in-person at Parkchester Libary. Calling all gamers and video games fanatics! Bring your friends and come join us at the Parkchester Teen Center for an afternoon of your favorite classic Nintendo Switch games! We'll have laptops, video games, and board games available for you and your peers to play.

Get ready for a summer full of fun , stragety , and creativity with Game Masters: Cards, Boards, and Beyound! This exciting program is all about bringing the joy of classic and mordern games. Each session will introduce a varity of card games , board games and group challanges designed to promote teamwork, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship. No prior experience with any games is necessary just bring your enthusiam! Ages : 7-12

Please join teaching artist Sandra Saez-Ramirez at the Parkchester Library where you will enjoy the friendly atmosphere and light conversation with others while working on several crochet projects. In this in-person, hands-on workshop you will have learned a variety of basic crochet techniques, with a goal of making a blanket, hat, scarf and or other items for the homeless ***Registration is Required***

This event will take place in-person at Parkchester Library. Join us one Saturday each month for Teen Makerspace, a hands-on creative experience where you can explore different forms of digital and physical design. Each session will feature an exciting activity such as screen printing, 3D printing, or digital art using Procreate. Whether you’re a beginner or already have creative skills, this is a great opportunity to experiment, learn new techniques, and bring your ideas to life. All materia…

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to read and write to files in Python. We will also learn how to work more efficiently with CSV file using Python's CSV module. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experienced issues with receiving emails from TechConnect. Using a Gmail ac…

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test. This class is taking place in person. This study group is for adults preparing to take the United States Citizenship Test. Each workshop will focus on several of the 100 citizenship test civic questions. Students will also learn about library and online resources to continue their practice at home. Open to Adults 18+

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to use the rapid-prototyping, easy-to-use online design tool, Figma, in this hands-on class! This class will cover the basics of creating simple designs in Figma and how you can use Figma as a UI or UX designer. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresse…

Doodle Dynasty is an egaging and educational art series designed for aspiring artist of all levels. This program explores the fundamentals of drawing and sketching . Each session introduces new artistic challenges , from quick doodles to detailed masterpices , helping children to build confiendce and creativity . Whether you're a beginner or an expereinced artist, Doodle Dynasty provides a fun and supportive environment to refine your skills and unleash your imagination. Ages:8-12

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Interested in becoming a UI or UX Designer? Check out Figma -- a free, easy-to-use, web-based rapid-prototyping design tool. During this class, we will create a music player prototype together. While we will cover the basics of using Figma, previous experience with using Figma is recommended. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class…

This event will take place in person at Parkchester Library. Express yourself, and get creative with our audio recording studio. Learn the basics to music production with your peers using the digital audio Logic Pro software!

This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library in the Computer Lab. Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn the basics of the interface and get started creating your own digital art in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided.

This program takes place at the library. Join us to hear stories, sing songs, and get those wiggles out as you help your active toddler build important early learning skills. Discover ways to promote early literacy at home and meet other caregivers in the neighborhood.

Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. Also learn how you can borrow a Chromebook from the library, just like a book! Assistance in Bangla available at this location. First com…

This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library in the Computer Lab. Procreate is one of the world’s most popular digital drawing applications. Learn how to trace images and use layer masks in this hands-on class! iPads and Apple Pencils will be provided.

This event will take place in-person at Parkchester Library. Are you a chess champion? Show off your best moves against other chess fans! Whether you're a chess master or just starting out, come join us for some board time.

This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library in the Computer Lab. || এই অনুষ্ঠানটি কম্পিউটার ল্যাবের পার্কচেস্টার লাইব্রেরিতে সরাসরি অনুষ্ঠিত হবে। This class is taught in Bengali only. || এই ক্লাসটি শুধুমাত্র বাংলায় পড়ানো হয়। Learn how to hold, click, and move the mouse and practice your typing/keyboarding skills.…

Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. Also learn how you can borrow a Chromebook from the library, just like a book! Assistance in Bangla available at this location. First com…

This program will take place in person at Parkchester Library. Join staff from the Parkchester Library for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to creating your own world in our city. Major support provided by the New York Life Foundation, the 2025 city-wide sponsor for the Summer Reading and Learning Programs. Additional support is provided by Jane Lauder; The Rona Jaffe Foundation; New York Yankees Foundation; Montblanc; anonymous donors; and the continuing major support of the A…

This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library in the Computer Lab. Create your own website using Google Sites. Learn how to use templates to create a site or create a site from scratch.

This event will take place in-person at Parkchester Library. Explore different genres, categories, and eras of Japanese animation in Anime & Manga club! Learn about the history of anime and watch classic, retro, and current anime with your fellow anime fans!

This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library in the Computer Lab. This class covers the basics of adding JavaScript to a web page. To be part of the class you need a basic understanding of HTML.

Do you have trouble with your email? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Do you need to complete a project in Photoshop? Have you heard about NYPL resources like LinkedIn Learning but don't know how to access them? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor. Also learn how you can borrow a Chromebook from the library, just like a book! Assistance in Bangla available at this location. First com…

Dive into the world of science,creativity and fun with Bubble Science: DIY Lava Lamps! In this hands-on STEAM program, children will explore the fascinating principles of density, chemical reactions and color mixing creating thier own lava lamp. Using safe , everyday materials like oil , water, food coloring etc... Children will observe how different substances interact to form mesmerizing bubbles and motion . Ages : 8- 12

This event will take place in person at the Parkchester Library in the Computer Lab. Learn to add, remove, and modify the content of your HTML pages using JavaScript.

This event will take place in-person at Parkchester Library. Learn 3d printing basics and learn how to use the online programs called Tinkercad and Thingiverse. Create designs that can be printed in the 3D Printer!

Learn the beauty of crochet and socialize with other aficionados.

Join the staff in creating your own beaded Bracelet, Earring, or Necklace. Participants need to attend in person to make your own items. All materials will be provided for this program. Space is limited to 15 people. Please be on time. Registration is recommended.

Explore more advanced features of Microsoft Word. Topics include mail merge, tables, text boxes, headers and footers, footnotes and endnotes.

This event wil take place in-person at Parkchester Libary. Calling all gamers and video games fanatics! Bring your friends and come join us at the Parkchester Teen Center for an afternoon of your favorite classic Nintendo Switch games! We'll have laptops, video games, and board games available for you and your peers to play.

Get ready for a summer full of fun , stragety , and creativity with Game Masters: Cards, Boards, and Beyound! This exciting program is all about bringing the joy of classic and mordern games. Each session will introduce a varity of card games , board games and group challanges designed to promote teamwork, critical thinking, and good sportsmanship. No prior experience with any games is necessary just bring your enthusiam! Ages : 7-12

This event will take place in-person at Parkchester Library. Join us for a teen movie matinee and board games.

Prepare for the U.S. Citizenship Test. This class is taking place in person. This study group is for adults preparing to take the United States Citizenship Test. Each workshop will focus on several of the 100 citizenship test civic questions. Students will also learn about library and online resources to continue their practice at home. Open to Adults 18+

Please join teaching artist Sandra Saez-Ramirez at the Parkchester Library where you will enjoy the friendly atmosphere and light conversation with others while working on several crochet projects. In this in-person, hands-on workshop you will have learned a variety of basic crochet techniques, with a goal of making a blanket, hat, scarf and or other items for the homeless ***Registration is Required***

Join the Parkchester Library for an afternoon movie picked by library staff. Today's movie will be The Beekeeper with Jason Statham. A kind-hearted landlady commits suicide after falling victim to a phishing scam, leading former "Beekeeper" operative Adam Clay to set out on a brutal campaign for revenge upon those responsible. Open to Adults. ***Sign up for NYPL Connect to get updates from NYPL and information about our digital resources and services available during our temporary cl…

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Python has four built-in collections—data structures that can contain multiple instances of more basic data forms. Explore how you can use sets, tuples, lists and dictionaries to store, analyze, and manipulate data in Python. You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email a…

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Discover how to create professional graphics for social media, presentations, business cards, and more using this free online platform! You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class. *Please note that some people using older or less common email addresses have experienced issues with receiving emails from TechConnect. Using a Gmail account…

Doodle Dynasty is an egaging and educational art series designed for aspiring artist of all levels. This program explores the fundamentals of drawing and sketching . Each session introduces new artistic challenges , from quick doodles to detailed masterpices , helping children to build confiendce and creativity . Whether you're a beginner or an expereinced artist, Doodle Dynasty provides a fun and supportive environment to refine your skills and unleash your imagination. Ages:8-12

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Let’s Make is a brand new series of workshops focused on applying multimedia skills to real-life scenarios. Test your technology skills in these hands-on working sessions! In this workshop, we’ll create a YouTube thumbnail together using the popular web-based tool, Canva. Note: while this class will use a YouTube thumbnail as an in-class example, you can still fully participate in the class if you a…