Events

The Library is here to help you learn and connect with your community through our wide array of free events, programs, classes, book clubs, and more. Please check listings to confirm if a program is in-person, online, or outdoors.

If you have any questions about the events listed below, please contact the branch for more information. See here for service updates at the Library.

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226 events found.

Date/TimeTitle/DescriptionLocationAudience
Today
@ 11:30 AM
Thsi event will take place at Bronx .Library Center. Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child’s learning through play! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en el Bronx Library Center. Únase a nosotros para una cita para jugar en la biblio…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Today
@ 4 PM
Do you enjoy watching anime? Are you excited for what the Spring anime season has to offer? Or maybe you've never watched anime but you're curious to check it out? Then join us at the BLC Teen program room for the return of our Anime Club! We will be watching some of this season's most anticipated anime like the continuation of Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia as well as newcomers like A Condition Called Love, Wind Breaker and Kaiju no. 8! We'll discuss the differences between watching anime an…
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Today
@ 5 PM
Collage Art A form of art that is made up of overlapping pieces of material. This program will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Join the Adult deparmtent and use one of the various collage techniques, such as paper collage, photomontage, etc., to create your own unique work of art! Materials are provided by the library.
Bronx Library CenterAdults
Today
@ 5 PM
This event will take place at Bronx Library Center! Come enjoy video games with your neighborhood friends in our safe and comfortable program room! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en el Bronx Library Center! ¡Ven a disfrutar de videojuegos con tus amigos del vecindario en nuestra segura y cómoda sala de programas! Ages 7-12
Bronx Library CenterChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Today
@ 5:30 PM
Canceled
World Literature Festival
Un/a escritor/a latine queer dinámico/a discute su camino hacia Estados Unidos. Únete a Iván Monalisa Ojeda, autor/a y artista transgénero latine de dos espíritus, mientras discute su escritura e influencias en conversación con la Dra. Rosalina Díaz, antropóloga e investigadora en género, identidad y poder en la sociedad Taína. Para asistir al evento en persona por favor regístrese para obtener un boleto presencial. Las puertas se abrirán 45 minutos antes de que comience el programa. Para…
Bronx Library Center, Auditorium Immigrants
Today
@ 6 PM
*In Person: U.S. Citizenship workshop at the Bronx Library Center Join the U.S. Citizenship Test Workshop and let us give you a step-by-step guide on how to pass the U.S. Citizenship Test. We will be using USCIS resources: Citizenship Learners Citizenship Study-Test New York Public Library Citizenship Resources and Programs Beginner to Advance English Speakers
Bronx Library CenterAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Fri, April 26
@ 10 AM
Welcome to Brainfuse HelpNow On demand, anytime, anywhere eLearning. View how easy, intuitive and engaging Brainfuse HelpNow eLearning is for all ages and levels. Get Started Enter your library card barcode number with no spaces. Live online tutoring is available every day, 2:00 PM to 11:00 PM EST. HelpNow's features include: Homework Help Interact with live tutors in math, science, reading/writing, social studies, PSAT/SAT, ACT, AP and state standardized tests. Skills-Building Choose y…
Bronx Library CenterAdults
Fri, April 26
@ 10 AM
Did You Know? There is a social work intern at this branch who can support you and find you assistance with housing, healthcare, food assistance, LGBTQ+ resources, mental health supprt, childcare, and more. During the listed hours you can visit them on the third floor (first come, first served) or ask a staff member to be connected.
Bronx Library CenterAdults,

50+,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants,

Parents/Caregivers,

Persons Without Homes
Fri, April 26
@ 2 PM
NYPL en Español
Este programa se llevará a cabo en el Bronx Library Center, Estaremos proyectando la película La Loca la película en Español con subtítulos en Inglés. Un joven psiquiatra se interesa en el caso de una mujer, quien cree estar viviendo en el año 1936. Los parientes de la paciente quieren hacerla pasar por sana y así cobrar una herencia de varios millones. Sin embargo, ante los intereses de la familia, el psiquiatra arremete para defender a “La Loca”. 1952 |Drama | 92 Minutos Viernes 26 de Ab…
Bronx Library CenterAdults
Fri, April 26
@ 2 PM
Microsoft Office 2010
This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. *First come, first served.
Bronx Library Center, Technology Training CenterAdults
Fri, April 26
@ 4 PM
Join us at the BLC Teen Zone as we roll out our Nintendo Switch for an afternoon of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate free-for-all! We will also bring out our PS4 where we'll play your choice of Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles, Naruto Ultimate Ninja Storm 4 or Street Fighter V!
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Fri, April 26
@ 4 PM
Join us at the Bronx Library Center and enjoy a family friendly movie every other Friday at 4 pm. Enjoy some cool activities while you watch. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required.
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

Families
Fri, April 26
@ 5 PM
This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Join us for the closing of Nanette Sanchez Velasquez's exhibit at the Bronx Library Center's Latinx & Puerto Rican Cultural Center. Artist Statement: I am a Harlem-born, self taught, teaching artisan with a passion for creating one-of-a -kind art-to-wear. My creations reflect who I AM, an Afrocentric, Nuyorican, Indigenous, Latina who is wildly inspired by Mother Earth and compelled to pay homage to my Taino ancestors throu…
Bronx Library Center, Latino and Puerto Rican Cultural CollectionAdults
Sat, April 27
@ 2:30 PM
This program will be held in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for our April film series. Kya raises herself in the North Carolina marshlands after being abandoned by her mother as a little girl. Rating: PG -13 Runtime: 125 minutes
Bronx Library Center, Auditorium Adults
Mon, April 29
@ 10 AM
Did You Know? There is a social work intern at this branch who can support you and find you assistance with housing, healthcare, food assistance, LGBTQ+ resources, mental health supprt, childcare, and more. During the listed hours you can visit them on the third floor (first come, first served) or ask a staff member to be connected.
Bronx Library CenterAdults,

50+,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants,

Parents/Caregivers,

Persons Without Homes
Mon, April 29
@ 2 PM
This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center in the PC Lab (Room C33). Do you have trouble with using a mouse or keyboard? Do you have questions about Microsoft Office? Bring your technology questions and get one -on - one assistance during this open lab time supervised by a tech instructor.
C33Adults,

50+
Mon, April 29
@ 4 PM
Early Literacy
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.
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren
Mon, April 29
@ 4:30 PM
Early Literacy
Join us for a hands on experience you won't want to miss that's fun for the whole family. We'll be making art that encourages different levels of exploration! For young children of all ages. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. _______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Únase a nosotros para vivir una experiencia práctica que no querrá perderse y que será divertida para toda la familia. ¡Haremos a…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren
Tue, April 30
@ 11:30 AM
NYPL en Español
This event will take place in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for Bilingual Storytime! (English and Spanish). We will share books, sing songs, learn some Spanish words and phrases, meet new friends, play and share and blow bubbles. Este evento se llevara a cabo en persona en el Bronx Library Center. Únase con nosotros en la biblioteca para disfrutar de una hora de cuentos bilingües para niños. Compartiremos libros, cantaremos canciones, aprenderemos algunas palabras y frases en e…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Tue, April 30
@ 4 PM
College & Career Pathways (CCP)
Ever feel like there enough hours in the day for everything on your plate? Well, spoilers: that never really goes away. But we can get better at facing that challenge with a number of simple practices. Whether we're high school students cramming for all our studies, or adults trying to carve out time for a movie in between laundry and work, assessing and planning for personal time is a gauntlet we all have to run. So join us for afternoon session where we take a breath, get our calendars, and fi…
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Tue, April 30
@ 4 PM
NYPL en Español
This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center / Este evento se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Central del Bronx Explore shape, color and texture with a variety of materials and techniques! ¡Explore la forma, el color y la textura, con una variedad de materiales y técnicas!
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years),

Families,

Immigrants
Wed, May 1
@ 2 PM
This event will take place in person at Bronx Library Center Do you need to freshen up your typing skills? Come join us at the Bronx Library Center to learn how to type using online resources and instruction from a staff member.
Bronx Library CenterAdults
Wed, May 1
@ 3:30 PM
NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Wed, May 1
@ 4 PM
This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Prose Writing! In prose writing teens will learn how to write scenes and short stories. On Wednesday, May 1 2024 there will be a concentration on prose writing.
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Wed, May 1
@ 5 PM
STEAM
This event will take place in-person at the Bronx Library Center. Join us for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math)! For children ages 6-12 who love to create and innovate new ideas and techniques. Please Note: Masks are encouraged at all NYPL locations. No registration is required. ___________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en persona en el Br…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, May 2
@ 11 AM
Join the Bronx Library Center on Google Meets every other week for our "Hybrid Craft Circle." Come in person to the branch or attend via google meets. This will be very flexible. We will each have our own craft project to work. The staff member can provide advice or guidance on your project or teach you something new using materials you probably have at home. Also youtube videos can help in between meetings.
Bronx Library Center
Online via Google Hangouts Meet
Adults,

50+
Thu, May 2
@ 11:30 AM
Thsi event will take place at Bronx .Library Center. Join us for a library playdate and meet other caregivers as we explore developmentally appropriate play materials in a safe, warm, and joyful environment. Extend your child’s learning through play! ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Este evento se llevará a cabo en el Bronx Library Center. Únase a nosotros para una cita para jugar en la biblio…
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

Parents/Caregivers
Thu, May 2
@ 3:30 PM
NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomChildren,

School Age (5-12 years)
Thu, May 2
@ 4 PM
Do you enjoy watching anime? Are you excited for what the Spring anime season has to offer? Or maybe you've never watched anime but you're curious to check it out? Then join us at the BLC Teen program room for the return of our Anime Club! We will be watching some of this season's most anticipated anime like the continuation of Demon Slayer and My Hero Academia as well as newcomers like Wind Breaker, A Condition Called Love and Kaiju no. 8! We'll discuss the differences between watching anime an…
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Fri, May 3
@ 10 AM
Did You Know? There is a social work intern at this branch who can support you and find you assistance with housing, healthcare, food assistance, LGBTQ+ resources, mental health supprt, childcare, and more. During the listed hours you can visit them on the third floor (first come, first served) or ask a staff member to be connected.
Bronx Library CenterAdults,

50+,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants,

Parents/Caregivers,

Persons Without Homes
Fri, May 3
@ 12 PM
English for Speakers of Other Languages
This event will take place IN PERSON at the Bronx Library Center. HIGH BEGINNER English Conversation Classes: We Speak NYC For adult English language learners (age 16 and up) Practice English by watching We Speak NYC videos and discussing them with adults from around the world! Fridays, 12-2 PM: May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 June 7, 14, 21 NO registration needed! Come to the classes! Come to 6 of these classes - get a certificate!
Bronx Library Center, Adult Learning CenterAdults,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants
Fri, May 3
@ 4 PM
Join us at the BLC Teen Zone as we roll out our Nintendo Switch for an afternoon of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate free-for-all! We will also have our PS4 where we'll play your choice of Brawlhalla or Demon Slayer: The Hinokami Chronicles!
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Fri, May 3
@ 5 PM
This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Join us for the opening of Evelyn Ray's solo exhibit at the Bronx Library Center's Latinx & Puerto Rican Cultural Center. This exhibit will be on view until Friday, June 21st. Artist Statement: “Drawings By Evelyn Ray” is a collection of drawings created by Evelyn Ray honoring the Puerto Rican women artists who planted the seed. These pioneers paved the way to inspire the culture in a variety of creative forms and support…
Bronx Library Center, Latino and Puerto Rican Cultural CollectionAdults
Fri, May 3
@ 6 PM
Online
You can attend this event in person at the Bronx Library Center (Room C-33) and online via Google Meet. Calling all writers: Join the staff at the Bronx Library Center for an in person and online Creative Writing Session where you can engage in free writing alongside your peers. This month, the prompt will be focused on Mother's Day.
Bronx Library Center, Technology Training Center
Online
Adults
Sat, May 4
@ 11 AM
Early Literacy
Join Bronx Library Center and Upper Manhattan Forest Kids for a fun and engaging sensory experience through outdoor play! This program will take place at Poe Park: Grand Concourse ave between E. 192 St. and E. Kingsbridge Rd The program is for children 18 months - 5 years old and their caregivers and is limited to 10 - 12 families. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play. ¡Únase al Bronx Library Center y Upper Manhattan Forest Kids para disfrutar de una experiencia sensorial divertida…
Poe ParkChildren,

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years)
Sat, May 4
@ 11 AM
NYPL en Español
This program will take place at Poe Park: Grand Concourse Ave between E. 192 St. and E. Kingsbridge Rd Experience nature with a variety of outdoor gardening projects!The program is for children 6 - 12 years old and their caregivers and is limited to 12 families. Please dress appropriately for outdoor play. Este programa se llevará a cabo en el Parque Poe : Avenida Grand Concourse entre la calle Este 192 y la calle Este Kingsbridge ¡Disfrute de la naturaleza con diferentes proyectos de jar…
Poe ParkChildren,

School Age (5-12 years),

Families,

Immigrants
Sat, May 4
@ 2 PM
NYPL en Español
This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. / Este evento se llevará a cabo en la Biblioteca Central del Bronx. Enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and a small craft. This program will be bilingual (English/Spanish). Disfruten de los cuentos interactivos, las canciones con movimientos y una pequeña manualidad. Este programa será bilingüe (inglés/ español).
Bronx Library Center, Children's RoomAdults,

50+,

Children,

Infant (0-18 months),

Toddlers (18-36 months),

Pre-schoolers (3-5 years),

School Age (5-12 years),

English Language Learners,

Families,

Immigrants,

Parents/Caregivers,

Teens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Sat, May 4
@ 2:30 PM
This program will be held in person at Bronx Library Center. Join us for our May film series. The story of Sonny Vaccaro who changes the history of sports forever when he offers Michael Jordan a brand partnership with Nike. Rating: R Runtime: 112 minutes
Bronx Library Center, Auditorium Adults
Sat, May 4
@ 4 PM
Join us for our Saturday Matinee series at the Bronx Library Center's Teen Zone! On this occassion, we will be celebrating this (un)official Star Wars holiday by screening the movie that spawned the cultural phenomenon: Star Wars: A New Hope (1977)! May the Fourth be with you all!
Bronx Library Center, Teen CenterTeens/Young Adults (13-18 years)
Mon, May 6
@ 10 AM
Did You Know? There is a social work intern at this branch who can support you and find you assistance with housing, healthcare, food assistance, LGBTQ+ resources, mental health supprt, childcare, and more. During the listed hours you can visit them on the third floor (first come, first served) or ask a staff member to be connected.
Bronx Library CenterAdults,

50+,

English Language Learners,

Immigrants,

Parents/Caregivers,

Persons Without Homes