NYPL Roar!

Don’t miss live music, live animals, and KidsLIVE at the NYPL—details inside!

March–May 2013

NYPLFREE SPRING

PROGRAMS

FOR KIDS

Free Programs for Kids 3 NYPL Roar!

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NYPL Is the Place for Poetry

Celebrate National Poetry Month and explore new poetry for kids.Page 11

Hands-On Workshops @ NYPLExperiment with various aspects of science and art!Page 8

KidsLIVE: Gustafer Yellowgold

Meet this friendly creature who comes to the earth from the sun! Page 5

Discover NYPL

Free Programs and Activities for ChildrenMarch–May 2013

Explore The New York Public Library this spring to discover an exciting array of FREE events for children throughout our 91 locations. Highlights include a KidsLIVE performance featuring Gustafer Yellowgold, dozens of hands-on art and science workshops, and activities celebrating National Poetry Month in April!

NYPL Roar! is published four times a year by the Department of Communications and Marketing

Elizabeth Hays, Acting Director of Publications Abby Tannenbaum, EditorLauren Trainor, Editorial AssociateKatharina Seifert, Managing Designer Rosalene Labrado-Perillo, Designer Julia Chang, Contributor

© The New York Public Library, Astor, Lenox and Tilden Foundations, 2013

Get NYPL Roar! Updates by E-mailSign up for our family e-newsletter for the latest information, Library news, and special offers. Visit nypl.org/ROARenews or text “KIDS” and your e-mail address to 69979. Privacy policy at nypl.org/

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Connect with NYPLFollow the Library on Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr, Pinterest, and more! Visit facebook.com/ newyorkpubliclibrary for details. And follow @nyplkids for tweets about children’s events and resources at NYPL and beyond.

Teachers and EducatorsNYPL offers various programs and resources for teachers and educators and their students. For more information, see page 21. Teen and Adult ProgramsFor teen programs, visit nypl.org/events or look for the new UpRoar poster. For adult programs, pick up NYPL Now! or visit nypl.org/events.

Your Event at the LibraryNYPL’s landmark Stephen A. Schwarzman Building encourages the use of some of its most beautiful spaces for wedding receptions and corporate, nonprofit, and social events. Visit nypl.org/ spacerental or call 212.930.0730.

Get a Free ToteFree programs like these are made possible, in part, by people like you. Show your support by making a donation today, and we’ll send you a free eco-friendly tote bag. You’ll be able to tote your books home from the Library and let the world know that you support The New York Public Library. You may also dedicate your donation to the branch of your choice! Visit nypl.org/tote.

Conservator Family Membership This Family Membership supports children’s programs and collections at neighborhood libraries to promote reading and improve achievement. Members enjoy events for the whole family, includ-ing the annual Family Benefit and Halloween party, plus all Conservators Program benefits, including special author forums and exhibition previews. Visit nypl.org/conservators or call 212.930.0670. Shop at the Library!

Meet author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni and illustrator Susy Pilgrim Waters at The Library Shop! The creators of Grandma and the Great Gourd: A Bengali Folktale will visit NYPL on Wednesday, May 8 at 2 pm to sign books and discuss this tale of a grandmother’s keen wit and unmatchable wisdom.

The Library Shop Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street 212.930.0641

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

4 Performances, Music, and More!

5 Special Events: KidsLIVE at the NYPL

8 New Series! Hands-On Workshops

11 Celebrate Poetry Month at NYPL

12 Early Childhood Programs

15 Programs for Children in K–619 More Programs for Children

20 UpRoar Programs for Teens

21 Resources for Teachers

22 Directory of Libraries

Spring Highlights

Cover Photo: Jonathan Blanc

ONGOING EXHIBITION!

Pooh and His FriendsStephen A. Schwarzman BuildingChildren’s Center at Fifth Avenue and 42nd StreetSee page 7 for more details.

Thank You!Major support for children’s and young adult programming is provided by the Mr. and Mrs. Timothy R. Barakett Endowment for Children’s and Young Adult Programs and Services.

Major support for children’s and young adult programming is provided by the Katerina and Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

Additional support is provided by Beth and Christopher Kojima; the Estate of Charles J. Mauro; the Estate of William C. Morris; the Estate of Esther Manes; Good Samaritan, Inc.; New York Life Foundation; MetLife Foundation; Sandra Priest Rose; Solon E. Summerfield Foundation, Inc.; Con Edison; Mr. and Mrs. John Klingenstein; Epstein Teicher Philanthropies; Mr. and Mrs. George T. Votis; The Walt Disney Company; U.S. Bancorp Foundation; The Edith Glick Shoolman Children’s Foundation; and an anonymous donor.

As a national leader in children’s services, The New York Public Library is the go-to destination for young readers. Our libraries are made up of 91 locations in the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island and include 15 with new or recently renovated children’s centers and five with teen centers. The Library offers thousands of programs and activities for children and teens each month, from story time, arts and crafts, and book discussions to science and art workshops, homework and college-prep help, and more. Explore the free events listed here to discover a broad range of activities for children in an environment that inspires creativity, exploration, and intellectual growth.

For more information about children’s programs, visit nypl.org/events or call 212.340.0906.

See page 22 for a directory of locations and hours. Programs and hours are subject to change or cancellation. Visit nypl.org or call ahead for the latest information.

HOLIDAY CLOSINGSPlease note that all locations will be closed for holiday observance on March 31 and May 25–27.

Shop online at shop.nypl.org

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Meet Gustafer Yellowgold Popular children’s musician and storyteller Morgan Taylor presents a multimedia performance featuring Gustafer Yellowgold, the friendly creature who comes to the earth from the sun. For ages 4 and older. manhattan

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building South Court Auditorium Sat, Mar 23; 3 pm

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Blown Away by Poetry Wendy Windstorm has accidentally blown all the poetry out of Poetsville! Travel with Wendy and meet poetic puppet creatures who sing songs about the key elements of poetry. Children also write poems of their own! Presented by Urban Stages. For ages 6 and older.

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Grand Concourse Wed, Apr 17; 4 pm

High Bridge Tue, Apr 16; 4 pm

Jerome Park Tue, Apr 23; 4 pmmanhattan

Roosevelt Island Wed, Mar 13; 4 pm

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Dongan Hills Wed, Apr 10; 4 pm

Port Richmond Thu, Apr 25; 3 pm

Todt Hill–Westerleigh Tue, Apr 2; 4 pm

Cool Rain Forest Connections Join superhero Captain Cocoa on a journey to the rain forest and discover that an average person can really save the day. Presented by the Wildlife Theater from the Central Park Zoo. For ages 4 to 10.

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Bronx Library Center Sat, May 11; 2 pm

City Island Fri, May 17; 3:30 pm

Grand Concourse Wed, Mar 13; 4 pm

Morris Park Wed, Mar 20; 3:30 pm

Morrisania Mon, May 6; 3:30 pm

Throg’s Neck Thu, Mar 7; 3:30 pm

Westchester Square Thu, Apr 25; 3:30 pm manhattan Children’s Center at 42nd Street

Sat, Apr 13; 3 pm

Countee Cullen Sat, Mar 16; 2 pm

George Bruce Mon, Mar 11; 4 pm

Jefferson Market Tue, Mar 19; 3:30 pm

Kips Bay Mon, Apr 15; 3:30 pm

Roosevelt Island Wed, Apr 10; 4 pm

Seward Park Tue, Apr 16; 4 pm

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Great Kills Tue, Apr 9; 4 pm

New Dorp Thu, Apr 4; 4 pm

Richmondtown Thu, Mar 21; 4 pm

West New Brighton Tue, May 7; 4 pm

An Erik Woods Workshop: Animals Create 3-D mixed-media sculptures of wild creatures using recyclable computer parts and other materials. For ages 4 and older. Limited to 12 participants.

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Clason’s Point Wed, May 8; 3:30 pm

Eastchester Thu, May 16; 3:30 pm

Mott Haven Tue, Apr 9; 4 pm

Soundview Thu, Apr 18; 3:30 pm

West Farms Tue, Apr 30; 4 pmmanhattan

115th Street Wed, Mar 13; 4 pm

Countee Cullen Sat, May 11; 2 pm

Fort Washington Tue, Apr 16; 4 pm

Grand Central Wed, Apr 24; 4 pm

St. Agnes Fri, Apr 5; 3:30 pm

Tompkins Square Tue, Mar 19; 4 pm

Yorkville Thu, May 2; 4 pm

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Port Richmond Thu, Mar 7; 3 pm

South Beach Sat, Mar 16; 3 pm

The Frog Prince In this enchanting, updated version of the classic fairy tale, Wanda the Witch casts a spell on the handsome prince, turning him into a frog—and he needs a princess to kiss him to break the spell! Presented by Puppets to Go. For ages 4 and older.

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Belmont Wed, Mar 27; 4 pm

Bronx Library Center Sat, Mar 30; 2 pm

Jerome Park Tue, Mar 26; 4 pm

Sedgwick Wed, Apr 3; 3:45 pm

Wakefield Thu, Apr 4; 4 pm

The Hobbit See what surprises and adventures the home-loving little Hobbit encounters on his journey, which includes meeting elves, a wizard, a dragon...and ssssomething ssstrange called a Gollum. Presented by the Traveling Lantern Theatre Company. For ages 4 and older.

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Bronx Library Center Sat, Apr 6; 2 pm

Jerome Park Tue, May 7; 4 pm

Morris Park Wed, May 8; 3:30 pm

Morrisania Mon, Mar 18; 3:30 pm

Mosholu Fri, Mar 15; 3:30 pm

Mott Haven Tue, Mar 19; 4 pm

Throg’s Neck Thu, May 9; 3:30 pm

Wakefield Thu, May 2; 4 pm

Woodstock Mon, May 13; 3 pmmanhattan

115th Street Wed, Apr 17; 4 pm

Columbus Thu, Mar 14; 4 pm

Jefferson Market Tue, Apr 16; 3:30 pm

Seward Park Tue, Mar 12; 4 pm

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Dongan Hills Wed, Mar 13; 4 pm

Great Kills Mon, May 6; 4 pm

New Dorp Thu, Mar 28; 4 pm

Richmondtown Thu, Apr 11; 4 pm

Tottenville Tue, May 14; 4 pm

West New Brighton Tue, Mar 26; 4 pm

Performances, Music, and More! Special Events

Birds of Prey Encounter hawks, owls, falcons, or other species close up in an exploration of these winged creatures. Plus, a lucky volunteer may get to help with some of the demonstrations! Presented by the New Canaan Nature Center. For ages 5 and older. manhattan Stephen A. Schwarzman Building South Court Auditorium Sat, Apr 13; 3 pm

Special Workshop! Animal OdysseyTake a hands-on journey through the animal kingdom and meet live animals! Presented by the New Canaan Nature Center. For ages 7 and older.

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Eastchester Thu, 3:30 pm

Mar 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25

Melrose Tue, 4 pm

Mar 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23

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Bloomingdale Mon, 3:30 pm

Mar 18, 25; Apr 8, 15, 22, 29

KidsLIVE takes children and their families on an enriching cultural and educational journey, which includes musical performances, live theater, opportunities to meet authors and illustrators, and much more. KidsLIVE programs feature presenters who reflect the rich diversity of New York City and help young audiences develop their creativity, talents, and love for learning. For more information and videos of past programs, visit nypl.org/kidslive.

KidsLIVE programs are sponsored by the Katerina and Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

Morgan Taylor created the colorful character Gustafer Yellowgold.

The Hobbit MARCH–MAY 2013 KIDS.NYPL.ORG

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How the Monkey Tricked the Crocodile and Other Trickster Tales Some of the world’s most clever fools, including Rabbit, Monkey, Anansi, and Gluscabi, take center stage in these classic stories. Presented by Regina Ress. For ages 5 to 12. staten island

South Beach Sat, May 4; 3 pm

Jaws, Paws, and Claws: Animal Wisdom Tales Hear stories about crocodiles, tigers, bears, and more. Presented by LuAnn Adams. For ages 5 to 12.

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Eastchester Thu, May 9; 3:30 pm

Edenwald Wed, May 8; 4 pm

Sedgwick Wed, May 15; 3:45 pm

Westchester Square Thu, May 16; 3:30 pm

Little Red Riding Hood In this updated version of the classic story, the wolf and Red both learn some valuable lessons on the way to Grandma’s house. Presented by Puppets to Go. For ages 4 and older.

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Allerton Tue, Apr 2; 4 pm

Baychester Mon, Apr 1; 3:30 pm

Clason’s Point Mon, Mar 25; 3:30 pm

Mosholu Fri, Apr 5; 3:30 pm

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South Beach Sat, Apr 6; 3:30 pm

Meet Gustafer Yellowgold See page 5. For ages 4 and older.

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Riverdale Wed, Apr 10; 4 pm manhattan Kips Bay Mon, May 6; 3:30 pm

Ottendorfer Sat, May 4; 11:30 am

Seward Park Tue, May 7; 4 pm

Webster Thu, Apr 11; 4 pm

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New Dorp Thu, May 2; 4 pm

Richmondtown Thu, May 9; 4 pm

St. George Library Center Wed, May 8; 4 pm

Mighty Action Theatre Workshop Join an instant theater company! In this hands-on activity, young actors learn voice and movement skills and collaborate on writing and putting on their own short performance. For ages 6 to 11.

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Allerton Tue, Mar 19; 4 pm

Belmont Wed, Apr 17; 4 pm

Bronx Library Center Sat, Apr 13; 2 pm

City Island Fri, Apr 19; 3:30 pm

Melrose Tue, May 7; 4 pm

Mosholu Fri, May 10; 3:30 pm

Riverdale Wed, May 8; 4 pm

Sedgwick Wed, Mar 13; 3:45 pmmanhattan 125th Street Mon, Mar 18; 4 pm

Children’s Center at 42nd Street

Sat, Mar 16; 3 pm

Harlem Thu, Mar 14; 4 pm

Tompkins Square Tue, Apr 16; 4 pm

Yorkville Thu, Mar 21; 4 pm

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Tottenville Tue, Mar 26; 4 pm

Stories and Tales from Around the World Listen to multicultural stories, tales, and legends filled with action, humor, and lots of audience participation. Presented by Getchie Argetsinger. For ages 4 and older.

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Belmont Wed, May 8; 4 pm

Bronx Library Center Sat, May 18; 2 pm

Castle Hill Wed, Mar 13; 4 pm

Van Nest Fri, Apr 26; 3:30 pm

West Farms Sat, Mar 16; 2 pmmanhattan Children’s Center at 42nd Street

Sat, May 11; 3 pm

George Bruce Mon, May 20; 4 pm

Performances, Music, and More! MARCH–MAY 2013 KIDS.NYPL.ORG

Regina Ress tells stories in English and Spanish.

Pooh and His FriendsStephen A. Schwarzman BuildingChildren’s Center at 42nd Street

You won’t find the real Winnie-the-Pooh in a movie or on a T-shirt, but you will find him—and his friends Eeyore, Piglet, Kanga, and Tigger—at The New York Public Library’s main children’s room!

Anyone can visit Pooh and his pals at the Children’s Center at 42nd Street in NYPL’s landmark Schwarzman Building. Pooh, who turned 90 years old last year, originally belonged to Christopher Robin Milne. His father, author A.A. Milne, wrote many adven-tures for the beloved bear and his friends, which millions of children and adults have read and loved in When We Were Very Young, Winnie-the-Pooh, The House at Pooh Corner, and other books.

Children from around the world visit the stuffed toys every day. Stop by and say hello to Pooh,

Eeyore, Piglet, Kanga, and Tigger—they’re always happy to see kids

and their families!

Visit the Original Winnie-the-Pooh at NYPL!

Little Red Riding Hood picks flowers for her grandmother.

Stories, Songs, and Activities That Celebrate Our Earth Celebrate the Swimmers, the Creeper- Crawlers, the Winged-Ones, and many more living wonders in this program of stories and songs from native cultures around the world. Presented by Regina Ress. For ages 5 and older.

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Morrisania Mon, Apr 8; 3:30 pm

Throg’s Neck Thu, Apr 11; 3:30 pm

Woodstock Wed, Apr 10; 3 pmmanhattan Children’s Center at 42nd Street

Sat, Apr 6; 3 pm

Stories That Move and Sing These classics of children’s literature and folklore include lots of group participation. Presented by Julia Morris. For ages 4 and older.

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Belmont Wed, Mar 20; 4 pm

Castle Hill Tue, Apr 16; 4 pmmanhattan Bloomingdale Mon, May 6; 4 pm

Columbus Wed, Apr 10; 4 pm

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Dongan Hills Wed, May 8; 4 pm

St. George Library Center Sat, Mar 30; 3 pm

Tales from Dr. Seuss Hear such rollicking tales as Green Eggs and Ham, The Cat in the Hat, and Horton Hatches an Egg brought to life with props, puppets, and lots of audience participation. Presented by LuAnn Adams. For ages 4 to 6.

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City Island Fri, Mar 29; 3 pmmanhattan 125th Street Thu, Mar 14; 4 pm

Hudson Park Mon, Mar 11; 4 pm

Morningside Heights Mon, Mar 25; 4 pm

Ottendorfer Sat, Mar 16; 11:30 am

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Todt Hill–Westerleigh Sat, Mar 2; 4 pm

Venga y Disfrute! Latin American Tales in English and Spanish Bilingual storyteller Regina Ress presents interactive stories and songs from Mexico, Central and South America, and the Carib-bean. Venga y disfrute—come and enjoy these great stories of mystery, magic, and a little bit of foolishness. For ages 4 and older. manhattan Aguilar Mon, May 6; 4 pm

Why the Sky Is Far Away and Other Stories to Celebrate the Earth Presented by LuAnn Adams. For ages 4 and older.

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Belmont Wed, Apr 10; 4 pm

Tremont Thu, Apr 11; 3 pmmanhattan

Harlem Thu, Apr 18; 4 pm

Yorkville Thu, Apr 4; 4 pm


New Series! Hands-On Workshops

The Pop Ups

EARLY CHILDHOOD WORKSHOPSNYPL’s multiweek programs for toddlers and preschoolers nurture young children’s language development, imagination, and social skills.

Acting and Animals Get an introduction to acting and theater through games, interactive storytelling, and art projects. For ages 3 to 6.

manhattan Mulberry Street Mondays at 4 pm

March 4 | Rocky Mountains

March 11 | Ponds and Swamps

March 18 | South American Rain Forest

March 25 | Snakes and the Desert

April 1 | Tundra and the Antarctic

April 8 | African Savannah

April 15 | Elephants and India

April 22 | Asian Bamboo Forest

April 29 | African Jungle and Gorillas

May 6 | Australian Outback and Kangaroos

May 13 | Caribbean Coral Reef

Bilingual BirdiesLearn basic vocabulary and short phrases in a second language while singing, dancing, and playing with instruments and fun props. For children up to age 5 and their parents/caregivers.

English-Frenchmanhattan Jefferson Market Tuesdays at 3:30 pm

Mar 5; Apr 9; May 7

English-Mandarinmanhattan Seward Park Mondays at 3 pm

Mar 4; Apr 1; May 6

English-Spanish

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Castle Hill Wednesdays at 10 am

Mar 13; Apr 10; May 15

Clason’s Point Thursdays at 11 am


Edenwald Wednesdays at 11:30 am

Mar 6; Apr 3; May 1

Morris Park Mondays at 10:30 am

Apr 1; May 6

Mosholu Tuesdays at 11 am

Mar 12; Apr 9; May 14manhattan Epiphany Wednesdays at 1 pm

Mar 6; Apr 3; May 1

Inwood Fridays at 10:30 am


Kips Bay Mondays at 3:30 pm


St. Agnes Mondays at 11 am

Mar 4; Apr 1; May 6

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St. George Library Center

Wednesdays at 10:30 am

Mar 6; Apr 3; May 1

Budding BookmakersExplore a variety of books and participate in an art activity that focuses on the techniques the book illustrator used in his or her art-work. For ages 3 to 6.

manhattan 67th Street Mondays at 4 pm

March 4 | Denise Fleming

March 11 | Ian Falconer

March 18 | Arnold Lobel

March 25 | Brian Pinkney

April 1 | Ed Emberley

April 8 | Ezra Jack Keats

April 15 | Leo Lionni

April 22 | Eric Carle

April 29 | Ed Young

May 6 | David Diaz

May 13 | Maurice Sendak

Listen to the MagicSing stories and listen to tales from different countries with Getchie Argetsinger. For ages 3 to 6 and their parents/caregivers.

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Soundview Thursdays at 11 am

Mar 28; Apr 25; May 23manhattan 115th Street Thursdays at 11:30 am


Bloomingdale Fridays at 10:30 am


PopSqueaks Get ready for a rollicking, musical romp— including puppets, sing-alongs, drawing, magic, and more—with the Pop Ups! For ages 2 to 5 and their parents/caregivers.

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Morris Park Mon, 10:30 am

May 13

Mosholu Tuesdays at 11 am


Van Nest Thu, 3:30 pm

Mar 21

manhattan Epiphany Wednesdays at 1 pm


Fort Washington Tue, 4 pm

Mar 19

Hudson Park Fridays at 11 am

Mar 8, 15, 22; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 10, 17

Morningside Heights Mon, 4 pm

Apr 29

Ottendorfer Sat, 11:30 am

Apr 13

Roosevelt Island Thu, 11 am

Apr 4

Seward Park Tuesdays at 10:15 am


Webster Thursdays at 4 pm

Mar 7, 14

MARCH–MAY 2013 KIDS.NYPL.ORG

Ancient AdventuresExplore the world of ancient Greece through myths, epic poems, and ancient tales. manhattan Inwood Thursdays at 4 pm

March 7 | The Trojan Horse

March 14 | Geography and Boats

April 4 | Mythical Creatures

April 18 | Temples

Bug Out!Investigate such insects as spiders, butter-flies, bees, and scorpions and discover how they’re a crucial part of the environment. manhattan Morningside Heights Thursdays at 4 pm

March 7 | Water Striders

March 14 | Scorpions

March 21 | Spiders

March 28 | Flies

April 4 | Ladybugs

April 11 | Butterflies

April 25 | Fireflies

Far Out Physics Delve into such concepts as sound waves, light and optics, gravity, and other physical phenomena. Workshops include demonstra-tions, art projects, and hands-on science experiments.

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Parkchester Mondays at 4 pm

March 4 | Shapes

March 11 | Arches

March 18 | Sound Waves

March 25 | Wind Instruments

April 1 | String Instruments

April 8 | Light

April 15 | Shadows

April 22 | Optics

April 29 | Mirrors

May 6 | Gravity

May 13 | Electricity

Goofy GraphicsLearn about design and try such printing techniques as scratch prints, sun prints, and fish prints.

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Hunts Point Wednesdays at 4 pm

March 6 | Monotypes

March 13 | Marbleized Paper

March 20 | Printing with Food

March 27 | Rubbings

April 3 | Subtractive Design

April 10 | Scratch Prints

April 17 | Fish Prints

Aril 24 | Stencils

May 1 | Sun Prints

May 8 | Silk Screening

SCI LAB @ NYPL & ART EXPLORATIONS @ NYPL

These multiweek workshops introduce children to various aspects of science and art through activities, experiments, and projects. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are for ages 5 to 12 and are limited to 25 participants.

Tales for the Teeny TinyHear stories, sing songs, and play games with Getchie Argetsinger. For ages 1 to 3 and their parents/caregivers.

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Baychester Tuesdays at 11 am


High Bridge Mondays at 1 pm

Mar 18; Apr 15; May 13manhattan Columbus Tue, 11 am

May 14

Bilingual Birdies introduces kids to a second language.


I Lay My Stitches Down: Poems of American Slavery Cynthia GradyIllustrated by Michele WoodEerdmans Books for Young ReadersPoems, historical

notes, and richly colored folk art offer inspiring glimpses of triumph, tragedy, and human resilience.

I’ve Lost My Hippopotamus Jack PrelutskyIllustrated by Jackie UrbanovicGreenwillow BooksMore funny, silly, and gross verse from the United States’ first Children’s Poet

Laureate. Quirky drawings enhance the fun.

Outside Your Window: A First Book of NatureNicola DaviesIllustrated by Mark HearldCandlewick Press Vibrant collage illustrations and

playful verse conjure common changes in the natural world season by season.

Shiver Me Timbers!: Pirate Poems & Paintings Douglas FlorianIllustrated by Robert NeubeckerBeach Lane BooksAr-r-r! This rollicking round of rhymes and high-seas hijinks offers everything you wanted to know about being a pirate.

Walking on Earth and Touching the Sky: Poetry and Prose by Lakota Youth at Red Cloud Indian School Edited by Timothy P. McLaughlinIllustrated by S.D. NelsonAbrams Books for Young ReadersLakota children write of their lives, hopes, and dreams in powerful free verse. This is a dramatically illustrated collection not to be missed.

For the full list of 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing, visit nypl.org/100childrensbooks2012.

NYPL LIBRARIANS’ TOP POETRY PICKS

The Library’s Children’s Books: 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing 2012 includes a selection of poetry for kids. Check your local library for these titles.

Gross Biology Find out how your body works and how to keep it healthy.

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Francis Martin Wednesdays at 4 pm

March 6 | The Skeletal System

March 13 | The Digestive System

March 20 | Vomit

March 27 | The Respiratory System

April 3 | The Nervous System

April 10 | The Epidermis

April 17 | Muscles and Joints

April 24 | The Circulatory System

May 1 | The Immune System

May 8 | The Sounds of the Body

H2Oh!Discover how rain falls and a boat floats and which animals make the ocean their home.

manhattan Epiphany Tuesdays at 4 pm

March 5 | Evaporation

March 12 | Clouds and Condensation

March 19 | Rain

March 26 | Marshes (at 4:30 pm)

April 9 | Boats and Buoyancy

April 16 | Sailboats

April 23 | Nautical by Nature

April 30 | Submarines and Periscopes (at 4:30 pm)

May 7 | Ocean Life

May 14 | Sharks

Kooky CreationsLearn about color, shapes, patterns, and scale by creating art projects.

manhattan Chatham Square Tuesdays at 3:30 pm

May 7 | Colors

May 14 | Geometric Shapes

May 21 | Additive Construction

May 28 | Organic Art

SeussologyExplore language, imagination, and creativity with Dr. Seuss’s stories. For ages 4 to 10.

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Kingsbridge Thursdays at 4 pm

March 7 | The Cat in the Hat

March 21 | The Lorax

March 28 | One Fish, Two Fish

April 4 | Yertle the Turtle

April 11 | Bartholemew and the Oobleck

April 18 | And to Think That I Saw It on Mulberry Street

April 25 | Oh, the Places You’ll Go

May 2 | If I Ran the Circus

May 9 | There’s a Wocket in My Pocket

Space OdditiesExplore possible life on other planets and how astronauts travel to the moon.

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Clason’s Point Fridays at 3:30 pm

March 8 | Geography

March 15 | Weather

March 22 | Moon

March 29 | Sun

April 5 | Planets

April 12 | The Terrestrial Planets

April 19 | The Gas Giants

April 26 | Constellations

May 3 | Comets

May 10 | Lift Off!

Pelham Bay Fridays at 3:30 pm

March 8 | Geography

March 15 | Weather

March 22 | Moon

April 5 | Sun

April 12 | Planets

April 19 | The Gas Giants

April 26 | Constellations

POETRY PROGRAMS

April is National Poetry Month! Head to the Library to discover and enjoy all kinds of poems—and even try writing your own.

Blown Away by PoetrySee page 4.

A Poem as Big as New York City CelebrationContributors to A Poem as Big as New York City, an anthology of poetry by young writers who participated in library workshops, read their poems aloud. Hear these poetic tributes to New York, get a copy of the book, and try a poetry-writing exercise.

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Bronx Library Center Sat, 2 pm

Apr 6

Poetry Writing ProgramTry your hand at writing a poem and share it with the group.

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New Dorp Thu, 4 pm

Apr 11

Young Poet’s SocietyHear some poems or make one up and read it to your friends.

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Woodstock Fridays at 3 pm

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26

MORE WRITING WORKSHOPS

Creative Writing Workshop: The Writopia MethodYoung authors learn to write structured nar-ratives and focus on developing their editing and analytical skills. For ages 7 to 12. Limited to six participants.

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Edenwald Wed, 4 pm

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

Throg’s Neck Thu, 3:30 pm

Mar 14, 21, 28; Apr 4

Celebrate Poetry Month at NYPL MARCH–MAY 2013 KIDS.NYPL.ORGNew Series! Hands-On Workshops

Jonathan Blanc


Early Childhood Programs

Toddler Story TimeFor toddlers from 18 months to 3 years and their parents/caregivers.

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Baychester Tue 11 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26

Clason’s Point Thu 11 am Mar 7, 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Edenwald Wed 11:30 am Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Jerome Park Wed 11 am Apr 17; May 15

Kingsbridge Wed 11 am Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Morris Park Thu 10:30 am Mar 7, 14, 21; Apr 11, 18, 25; May 9, 23, 30

Mosholu Thu 10:30 am Mar 7, 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18; May 2, 9, 16

Parkchester Mon 10:30 am Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

Fri 10:30 am Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24

Pelham Bay Wed 11 am Mar 6, 20; Apr 3, 17; May 1, 15, 29

Soundview Tue 11:30 am Mar 5, 12, 19; Apr 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21

Thu 11:30 am Mar 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Van Nest Tue 11 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Wakefield Wed 10 am Mar 13, 27; Apr 10, 24; May 8, 22

Woodstock Mon 11 am Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

MANHATTAN

Battery Park City Wed 10:30 am Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

Chatham Square Thu 10:30 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28


Thu 10:30 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28

Countee Cullen Tue 11 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Epiphany Mon 1 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Tue 11 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26

Fort Washington Wed 10:30 am Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Inwood Tue 11:15 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Roosevelt Island Wed 11 am Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Seward Park Mon 3 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25

Tue 11:15 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 9

Wed 11:15 am Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 17, 24

St. Agnes Wed 11 am; 11:45 am Mar 13, 27; Apr 10, 24; May 8, 22

Early Childhood Programs

*Programs marked with an asterisk require registration; call the specific library or visit the location to sign up in person.

STATEN ISLAND

Dongan Hills *Fri 10:30 am Mar 8; Apr 19; May 17

Great Kills *Thu 11 am Mar 7, 21; Apr 25; May 9, 23

Port Richmond Fri 10:30 am Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31


Thu 10:30 am Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; May 9, 23

Tottenville Fri 10:30 am Mar 8; Apr 12

Baby Story Time For babies from birth to 18 months and their parents/caregivers.

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Kingsbridge Thu 10:30 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Mosholu Tue 11 am Apr 2; May 7

Pelham Bay Tue 11 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Riverdale Tue 11:30 am Mar 12, 26

Soundview Tue 11 am Mar 5, 12, 19; Apr 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21

Thu 11 am Mar 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

MANHATTAN

67th Street Wed 2 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27

Battery Park City Mon 9:30 am Mar 4, 11, 18, 25

Tue 11:30 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30


Tue 10:15 am;

11:15 am

Mar 5, 12, 19, 26

Epiphany Thu 11 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28

Fort Washington Fri 10:30 am Mar 1, 15; Apr 5, 19; May 3, 17

Inwood Thu 11:15 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Roosevelt Island Mon 10:30 am Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

St. Agnes Wed 11 am; 11:45 am Mar 6, 20

STATEN ISLAND

New Dorp *Fri 10:30 am Mar 8

South Beach Wed 10:30 am Mar 6; Apr 3


*Tue 10:30 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Tottenville Thu 11 am Apr 4, 11, 18, 25

Check out NYPL’s new website for kids!

kids.nypl.org

Discover great new books, explore eBooks and audiobooks, and find homework resources—all in one place!

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Early Childhood Programs MARCH–MAY 2013 NYPL.ORG

Preschool Arts & CraftsCreate fun projects using a variety of materials and skills.

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Pelham Bay Fri 11 am Mar 1, 15; Apr 5, 19; May 3, 17

Preschool FilmsSee short films based on picture books.

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George Bruce Tue 11:30 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Thu 11:30 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Toddler and Preschool Science For children up to age 5 and their parents/caregivers.

MANHATTAN

Chatham Mon 11 am Mar 4

Daddy & Me (and Mommy, too) Stories, songs, and bouncy rhymes for children up to age 3 and their parents/caregivers.

MANHATTAN

67th Street Sat 11 am Mar 2; Apr 6; May 4

Preschool Story TimeFor preschoolers from 3 to 5 years old and their parents/caregivers.

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Allerton Wed 11 am Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Bronx Library Center

Thu 11 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28

Francis Martin Thu 10:30 am Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; May 16, 30

Melrose Tue 10:30 am Mar 19

Tue 11 am Mar 26; Apr 16; May 14

Morris Park Sat 3 pm May 18

Parkchester Tue 11 am Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Thu 11 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Fri 11 am Mar 1

Pelham Bay Wed 11 am Mar 13, 27; Apr 10, 24; May 8, 22

Soundview Tue 12 noon Mar 5, 12, 19; Apr 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21

Thu 12 noon Mar 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Woodstock Mon 11 am May 6, 13, 20

MANHATTAN

67th Street Thu 2 pm Mar 7, 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30


Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25

Countee Cullen Thu 11 am Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Fort Washington Fri 10:30 am Mar 8, 22; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24

George Bruce Tue 11:15 am Mar 5, 12, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

STATEN ISLAND

Great Kills Fri 11 am Mar 22; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24

Huguenot Park Fri 10:30 am Mar 8, 22; Apr 12, 26

New Dorp Wed 11 am Mar 13

Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 10; May 8, 15, 22

Richmondtown Tue 1 pm Mar 12, 26; Apr 16, 30

Todt Hill– Westerleigh

Wed 10:30 am Mar 13, 20; Apr 10, 17; May 8, 15

Tottenville Tue 11 am Mar 19; Apr 16

Programs for Children in K–6

Arts & CraftsCelebrate spring and new beginnings by creating fun projectsusing a variety of materials and skills.

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Allerton Fri 4 pm Mar 1, 15, 29; Apr 12, 26


Thu 4 pm Mar 7, 21

Clason’s Point Mon 3 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

Edenwald Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11; Apr 8, 15

Wed 4 pm May 1

Fri 4 pm May 10

Jerome Park Mon 4 pm Mar 4; Apr 8

Kingsbridge Mon 4 pm Mar 25

Thu 4 pm Mar 14; May 9

Melrose Wed 2 pm Mar 13; Apr 17; May 22

Morrisania Wed 3:30 pm Mar 6, 20; Apr 3, 17; May 1, 15, 29

Pelham Bay Fri 11 am Mar 1, 15; Apr 5, 19; May 3, 17

Fri 3:30 pm Apr 5, 19

Sedgwick Mon 4:30 pm Mar 4, 18; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Van Nest Thu 3:30 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Wakefield Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 20; Apr 3, 17; May 1, 15, 29

West Farms Mon 4 pm Mar 11, 25; Apr 15, 29; May 13

Tue 4 pm May 28

Woodstock Fri 3 pm May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

MANHATTAN

Chatham Square Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 15, 22


Tue 3 pm

Sat 2:30 pm

*Mar 26

*May 4

Countee Cullen Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 20; Apr 3, 17; May 1, 15

Epiphany Tue 2 pm Mar 26

Tue 3:30 pm Mar 5, 12, 19

Inwood Tue 4 pm Mar 5; Apr 2; May 7

St. Agnes Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 22; May 10

Fri 4 pm Apr 26

STATEN ISLAND

Dongan Hills Fri 3:30 pm Mar 22; Apr 26; May 24

Port Richmond Tue 3:30 pm Mar 5, 19; Apr 9, 23

South Beach Fri 3 pm *Mar 15; Apr 12; May 10

Sat 3 pm *Mar 30; Apr 27


Tue 4 pm Apr 16

Tottenville Mon 4 pm *Apr 8

Thu 4 pm *Mar 14

Book DiscussionTalk about books in a fun and informal setting.

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Baychester Thu 3:30 pm Mar 21

Francis Martin Thu 4 pm Mar 28; Apr 18; May 23

MANHATTAN

67th Street *Sat 2 pm Mar 2


Fri 4:30 pm Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10

Computers & Technology Get an introduction to the computer and the Internet.

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Pelham Bay Mon 3 pm Mar 4, 11, 18; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

Sedgwick Fri 4 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Soundview Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 12, 19; Apr 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21

Wakefield Thu 4 pm Mar 7, 28; Apr 11, 25; May 9, 30


Beowulf Sheehan

Jonathan Blanc




Film Watch new and classic films.

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Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26

Clason’s Point Sat 10 am Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18

Francis Martin Sat 2 pm Mar 2, 30; Apr 6, 20; May 4, 18

Jerome Park Mon 4 pm Mar 11; Apr 15; May 13

Kingsbridge Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Morrisania Thu 3:30 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Pelham Bay Mon 2 pm Mar 25

Thu 3:30 pm Mar 28; Apr 25; May 23

Sedgwick Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 20, 27; Apr 17; May 1, 8, 22, 29

Wakefield Tue 4 pm Apr 23; May 21

Thu 4 pm Mar 21; Apr 18; May 16

MANHATTAN


Wed 2 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27

Countee Cullen Wed 4 pm Mar 13; Apr 10; May 8

St. Agnes Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22; May 6, 13

STATEN ISLAND

Dongan Hills Wed 3:30 pm Mar 6; Apr 3; May 1

New Dorp Sat 2 pm Mar 2, 9, 30


Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 20; Apr 3, 24; May 1, 15


Tue 4 pm Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23; May 14, 28

Gaming Play Wii, PS3, and Xbox games at the Library.

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Baychester Mon 3:30 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25


Mon 4 pm *Mar 4, 11, 18, 25

Castle Hill Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 15, 29

Clason’s Point Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20, 27

Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Francis Martin Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

Jerome Park Mon 4 pm Apr 1

Kingsbridge Mon 4 pm Mar 11; Apr 8, 15; May 6, 13

Melrose Wed 3:30 pm Mar 27; Apr 24; May 29

Morrisania Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Mott Haven Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 31

Pelham Bay Thu 3:30 pm Apr 4, 11, 18; May 2, 9, 16, 30

Van Nest Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Wakefield Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

West Farms Thu 3:30 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 9, 16, 23, 30

MANHATTAN

George Bruce Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27

St. Agnes Thu 4 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

STATEN ISLAND

Dongan Hills Mon 3:30 pm Mar 18; Apr 22; May 20


Wed 4 pm Mar 27; Apr 17; May 29

Games & Chess Play a variety of board and card games of all types and skill levels.

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Baychester Thu 3 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 18, 25;

May 2, 16, 23, 30

Thu 3:30 pm Apr 11; May 9


Fri 4 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Castle Hill Fri 3:30 pm Mar 22; Apr 19; May 17

Francis Martin Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Jerome Park Mon 4 pm Mar 18; Apr 22; May 20

Melrose Thu 2 pm Mar 7, 21; May 9

Thu 4 pm Mar 7, 21; Apr 11, 25

Morris Park Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 15; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24

Sat 3:30 pm Mar 9, 16, 23; Apr 6, 20

Morrisania Sat 3:30 pm Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18

Sedgwick Mon 4:30 pm Mar 11, 25

Sat 11 am Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18

Soundview Wed 3:30 pm Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Van Nest Wed 3:30 pm Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 24;

May 1, 8, 22, 29

Wakefield Wed 4 pm Mar 13; Apr 10; May 8

Fri 3:30 pm Mar 8, 22; Apr 5, 19; May 3, 17, 31

West Farms Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

MANHATTAN

Countee Cullen Wed 4 pm Mar 27, Apr 24; May 22

Sat 1 pm Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18

George Bruce Fri 3 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Sat 10 am Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18

Roosevelt Island Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

St. Agnes *Sat 10 am; 11 am Mar 16; Apr 20

STATEN ISLAND

Dongan Hills Fri 3 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19;

May 3, 10, 17, 31

Fri 4 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

KaraokeGet up in front of the crowd and show off your star power. Break out new lyrics or add your twist to an old favorite.

BRONX

West Farms Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 18; Apr 8, 22

MANHATTAN

Chatham Square Tue 2 pm Mar 26

New York City Dogs R.E.A.D.Dogs can’t read, but they sure are good listeners. Come read aloud to a registered therapy dog.

MANHATTAN

67th Street *Mon 3:30 pm Mar 4, 18; Apr 1, 15; May 6, 20

*Sat 3 pm Mar 16; Apr 20; May 18

St. Agnes Mon 3:30 pm Mar 25; Apr 29; May 20

STATEN ISLAND


*Sat 11 am Mar 9, 23; Apr 20, 27; May 18

Homework Zone Bring your assignments to the Library! Work in a quiet spot and use a laptop.

BRONX

West Farms Sat 2 pm Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18

Woodstock Mon 3 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20, 27

Wed 3 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Reading AloudDiscover the wonder of books and the joy of reading with NYPL librarians.

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Allerton Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 13, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 8, 15, 22, 29

Castle Hill Mon 4 pm Mar 18, 25; Apr 8, 22; May 6, 13

City Island Thu 3:30 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25

Clason’s Point Tue 3 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Edenwald Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Francis Martin Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 19; Apr 2, 16; May 7, 21

Jerome Park Mon 4 pm Mar 25

Mon 6 pm Apr 29

Kingsbridge Mon 5 pm Mar 4; May 20

Sat 1 pm Mar 2; Apr 6; May 4

Melrose Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26

Morris Park Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

Morrisania Tue 3:30 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Mosholu Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22, 29;

May 6, 13, 20

Mott Haven Wed 3:30 pm Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Parkchester Wed 3:30 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29


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18 NYPL Roar!



More Programs for Children

Children’s Mini LoungeWhat’s on your mind? Come hang out at the library and share your ideas!

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Wakefield Tuesdays at 3 pm

Mar 12, 26; Apr 9; May 7

Ezra Jack Keats Birthday CelebrationCelebrate the birthday of the beloved author of The Snowy Day and Whistle for Willie.manhattan

Chatham Square Fri, 3:30 pm

Mar 8

Family Fun @ the SchomburgHave fun while learning about the history and culture of the Africana Diaspora. Preregistration required: Call 212.491.2040 or visit schomburgcenter.eventbrite.com.

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Schomburg Center for Research in Black

Culture Saturdays at 4 pm

Mar 2; Apr 6; May 4

MusicEnjoy playing various musical instruments and singing.

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Allerton Fridays at 4 pm

Mar 8, 22; Apr 5, 19; May 3, 17, 31

PC Scavenger HuntUse the Internet and library resources to hunt down answers to a list of clues.

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George Bruce Tuesdays at 4 pm


Rockin’ RecessSpend spring break at the library! Watch a film on Monday, read aloud on Tuesday, make crafts on Wednesday, play board games on Thursday, and play Wii on Friday.

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Woodstock Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri at 1 pm

Mar 25, 26, 27, 28, 29

Sign Language for KidsLearn the letters and basic signs in American Sign Language (ASL). For ages 6 and up.

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South Beach Fridays at 3:30 pm

May 17, 24, 31

Tae Kwon Do Learn the fundamentals of this martial art, which teaches discipline, balance, and self-confidence. manhattan

George Bruce Saturdays at 2 pm

Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18

Tutoring: MathGet help with tough problems from Staten Island Technical High School students. For pre-K to eighth grade.

staten island

Great Kills Saturdays at 12 noon

Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18

Tutoring: Math and Reading Get help with homework from Staten Island Technical High School and Stuyvesant High School students. Math tutoring for pre-K to eighth grade; reading tutoring for pre-K to third grade. Space is limited for Saturday tutoring; a sign-up list will start when the library opens for the day.

staten island

Great Kills Wednesdays at 3:30 pm

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 8, 15, 22, 29

New Dorp Saturdays at 11 am

Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 4, 11, 18

Saturdays at 2 pm

Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Tween CraftUse a variety of materials and skills to create projects. For ages 8 to 13.

staten island

Dongan Hills Mondays at 4 pm


Global Partners Junior Global Partners Junior—a program that con-nects New York City youth with children around the world—offers “Urban Stages,” a look at theater in cities around the world. Activities include reading and writing texts, designing sets and costumes, creating multimedia projects, and performing an original theater piece. For ages 9 to 12.

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Bronx Library Center Wednesdays at 4 pm

Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Grand Concourse Thursdays at 3:30 pm

Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Mott Haven Thursdays at 4 pm

Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Van Nest Mondays at 3:30 pm

Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 15, 22, 29

Mondays at 4 pm

May 6, 13, 20

Wednesday at 3:30 pm

Apr 3

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Morningside Heights Tuesdays at 3:30 pm

Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

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Todt Hill–Westerleigh Wednesdays at 4 pm

Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Pelham Bay Tue 3:30 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30;

May 7, 14, 21, 28

Riverdale Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 29; May 6, 13, 20

Sedgwick Mon 2:30 pm Mar 25

Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18

Tue 2:30 pm Mar 26

Tue 3 pm Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21, 28

Wed 2:30 pm Mar 27

Van Nest Thu 3:30 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Wakefield Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 19; Apr 2, 16; 30; May 14, 28

Fri 3 pm Mar 1, 15, 29; Apr 12, 26; May 10, 24

Woodstock Sat 11 am Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18


Sat 11:30 am Mar 9, 16, 23, 30

Epiphany Thu 4 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25

George Bruce Wed 5:30 pm Mar 27; Apr 24; May 29

Sat 1 pm Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; Apr 6, 13, 20, 27;

May 4, 11, 18

Inwood Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Roosevelt Island

Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Seward Park Mon 4 pm

Tue 4 pm

Apr 8

Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 16, 23, 30

St. Agnes Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Science Learn about scientific processes by conducting hands-on experiments.

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Riverdale Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Wakefield Thu 4 pm Mar 14; Apr 4; May 2, 23

MANHATTAN


Sat 3 pm *Mar 23; Apr 20; May 18

Inwood Tue 4 pm Mar 12; Apr 9; May 14

Dongan Hills Thu 3:30 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Great Kills Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26;

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31

Huguenot Park Mon 4 pm Mar 4, 11, 18, 25; Apr 1, 8, 15, 22; May 6

Port Richmond Wed 4 pm Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10, 17, 24;

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

Richmondtown Fri 3:30 pm Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26

South Beach Tue 4 pm Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

May 7, 14, 21, 28


Thu 4 pm Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25;

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30

Every afternoon, 30,000 youngsters and teens visit the Library to borrow a book or take advantage of the enriching programs listed in this brochure. You can help provide much-needed funds to buy books, underwrite programs, and expand opportunities for children to explore, learn, and grow by making a donation to the Library today!

Become a Friend of the Library for as little as $25. Your contribution will be put to work immediately to benefit the children of New York. As a Friend, you will enjoy special benefits, including discounts on LIVE from the NYPL tickets and at The Library Shop.

To join, visit nypl.org/donate or call 212.930.0653.

Support the Library!


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Jonathan Blanc

MANHATTAN

STATEN ISLAND


ENGAGETeen CentersTeen Centers include a newly renovated space at Hamilton Grange Library in upper Manhat-tan, and Teen Central, NYPL’s citywide hub for teens, at Grand Central Library.

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Bronx Library CenterGrand Concourse

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Hamilton GrangeGrand Central

staten island St. George Library Center

Teen Advisory GroupWhat’s your favorite book, song, magazine, or movie? What’s on your mind? Let us know and help make the Library the place you want to be. P.S. You can earn community service credit for school!

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Kingsbridge Fri, 4 pmMar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17

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Inwood Tue, 3:30 pmMar 5, 12, 19, 26; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21, 28

STRATEGIZEMake @ NYPL: 3D Printing and DesignLearn how to build objects in 3D with the MakerBot Replicator, and explore Blender, Sculptris, and Unity as you create real-life objects.

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Bloomingdale Tue, 4 pm; Apr 2, 9, 16, 23

staten island South Beach Sat, 3 pm; Mar 9, 16, 23

CREATEThe Art of Mendhi and HennaAdorn your skin with cool temporary decorations. Learn about the rich history and precise techniques of this ancient art form, then experiment with your own designs and patterns.

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Seward Park Thu, 4 pm; May 2

PREPAREGo 2 CollegeGet the scoop on how to choose the right college, how to apply and get in, and how to pay the bills.

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Morris Park Tue, 4 pm; May 7

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HeadingUpRoar Free Programs for Teens Resources for Teachers

NYPL IS THE PLACEFOR TEENS!

Discover a huge variety of FREE events for young people at NYPL. Check out teen advisory groups, college-prep workshops, author readings, and more. Below is just a sampling of what’s happening this spring. For more programs, visit nypl.org/teens—or look for the UpRoar poster at your local branch.

Masters of the Macabre with Daniel Kraus and Barry Lyga

Meet two of today’s most popular horror writers and hear them talk about monsters, murder, and mysteries. Kraus (above), author

of Rotters, and Lyga (below), author of the I Hunt Killers series, both have new books that have just been published. Plus, bring in your writing and get tips on build-ing horror narratives.

Bonus: All attendees will receive a copy of Kraus’s brand-new book, Scowler.

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Mulberry Street Wed, Apr 17; 4 pm

TeenLIVE reaches teens culturally, artistically, inspirationally, techno-logically, and more with the biggest, best, and brightest stars. The programs spotlight current cultural trends and important mainstays that inform the lives of today’s teens.

TeenLIVE programs are sponsored by the Katerina and Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family Endowment for Young Audiences.

Library Orientation for School GroupsLearn about library resources, become familiar with the physical space, and help students apply for library cards.

School Book TalksLet NYPL’s experts in children’s literature engage students with presentations of timely and age-appropriate books.

Educator CardsNYPL offers special library cards for teachers with extended borrowing privileges. The card allows educators to check out up to 100 items at once, place 50 holds, keep items for 60 days, and best of all, incur no library fines! Apply at your local library.

Research Libraries NYPL’s four research libraries offer more specialized opportunities for teachers and students. The Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture, in particular, offers a regular schedule of daytime programs for school groups and Saturday classes for middle and high school students, plus events for educators. For more information, visit schomburgcenter.org/calendar or contact [email protected].

Spring Highlights

I See Freedom: A PlayHarriet Tubman was a runaway slave, cook, nurse, resistance leader, spy, abolitionist, and Underground Railroad conductor. Tubman escaped to freedom yet returned to the cradle of slavery time and again to free more than 300 slaves. This play, staged by Shades of Truth Theatre, celebrates Tubman’s life, heroism, and legacy. Presented in collabo-ration with Community Matters NYC, a new initiative of Community Works. For grades 6 and up. Registration required; contact [email protected] Schomburg Center for Research in Black CultureThu and Fri, 10:30 am–12 noonMar 7 and 8

NYPL offers a variety of programs and resources for teachers and educators and their students, including school visits, research workshops, and exhibition tours. To find out how to bring your students to the library or arrange for the library to come to your school, contact a specific neighborhood library and ask to speak to the library manager. Class visits must be scheduled in advance.

Special Opportunity for Teachers:2013 Summer Institute at the Cullman Center Institute for TeachersOpen to full-time teachers, school librarians, and administrators (priority is given to public school teachers in the New York metropolitan area), the Summer Seminars offer teachers a chance to enrich their understanding of the humanities and conduct research in one of the world’s great libraries. Participants take classes with former fellows of the Cullman Center for Scholars and Writers at the landmark 42nd Street building of The New York Public Library and receive all required books and materials, a private office, breakfast and lunch each day, and a $300 stipend.

This summer’s classes are: Drawing 101 with artist Gary Panter July 15–19; 9 am–5 pm

Political Cinema and the “Other” with film director and screenwriter Shimon Dotan July 22–26; 9 am–5 pm

Inventing Your Voice: A Creative Writing Workshop with novelist John WrayJuly 29–August 2; 9 am–5 pm

Applications are available at nypl.org/cullmanteachers; the application deadline is Monday, April 22, 2013.

Special funding for the Cullman Center’s Institute for Teachers is generously provided by Helen and Roger Alcaly and the Gilder Lehrman Institute for American History.

The Cullman Center is made possible by a generous endowment from Dorothy and Lewis B. Cullman in honor of Brooke Russell Astor, with major support provided by Mrs. John L. Weinberg, The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, The Estate of Charles J. Liebman, John and Constance Birkelund, The Samuel I. Newhouse Foundation, and additional gifts from The Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History, Helen and Roger Alcaly, Mel and Lois Tukman, The Mrs. Giles Whiting Foundation, The Rona Jaffe Foundation, William W. Karatz, Mary Ellen von der Heyden, Merilee and Roy Bostock, Lybess Sweezy and Ken Miller, and Cullman Center Fellows.

Jonathan Blanc



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Dongan Hills 1617 Richmond Road 718-351-1444 12–7 11–6 12–7 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Great Kills 56 Giffords Lane 718-984-6670 11–6 12–7 12–7 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Huguenot Park 830 Huguenot Avenue 718-984-4636 11–6 10–6 11–6 12–8 10–5 10–5 closed

New Dorp 309 New Dorp Lane 718-351-2977 10–6 10–6 10–6 12–8 10–5 10–5 closed

Port Richmond 75 Bennett Street 718-442-0158 10–6 10–6 10–6 12–8 10–5 10–5 closed

Richmondtown 200 Clarke Avenue 718-668-0413 12–8 10–6 10–6 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

South Beach 21–25 Robin Road 718-816-5834 11–6 11–6 11–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

St. George Library Center 5 Central Avenue 718-442-8560 12–8 12–8 12–8 12–8 10–5 10–5 closed

Stapleton 132 Canal Street 718-727-0427

Todt Hill–Westerleigh 2550 Victory Boulevard 718-494-1642 10–6 12–8 10–6 10–6 10–5 10–5 1–5

Tottenville 7430 Amboy Road 718-984-0945 12–8 11–6 11–6 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

West New Brighton 976 Castleton Avenue 718-442-1416 11–6 11–6 12–8 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

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Allerton 2740 Barnes Avenue 718-881-4240 10–6 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Baychester 2049 Asch Loop North 718-379-6700 10–7 10–6 10–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Belmont Library and Enrico Fermi Cultural Center

610 East 186th Street 718-933-641010–6 10–6 12–8 12–8 10–5 10–5 closed

Bronx Library Center 310 East Kingsbridge Road 718-579-4244 9–9 9–9 9–9 9–9 9–9 9–9 12–6

Castle Hill 947 Castle Hill Avenue 718-824-3838 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

City Island 320 City Island Avenue 718-885-1703 11–7 11–6 11–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Clason’s Point 1215 Morrison Avenue 718-842-1235 10–7 10–6 10–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Eastchester 1385 East Gun Hill Road 718-653-3292 10–6 10–6 11–7 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Edenwald 1255 East 233rd Street 718-798-3355 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Francis Martin 2150 University Avenue 718-295-5287 11–7 10–6 10–6 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Grand Concourse 155 East 173rd Street 718-583-6611 10–8 10–6 10–8 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

High Bridge 78 West 168th Street 718-293-7800 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Hunt’s Point 877 Southern Boulevard 718-617-0338 10–7 10–6 10–6 10–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Jerome Park 118 Eames Place 718-549-5200 12–8 10–6 10–6 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Kingsbridge 291 West 231st Street 718-548-5656 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Melrose 910 Morris Avenue 718-588-0110 10–7 10–6 10–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Morris Park 985 Morris Park Avenue 718-931-0636 10–7 10–6 10–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Morrisania 610 East 169th Street 718-589-9268 10–6 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Mosholu 285 East 205th Street 718-882-8239 12–8 10–6 10–6 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Mott Haven 321 East 140th Street 718-665-4878 10–6 10–7 10–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Parkchester 1985 Westchester Avenue 718-829-7830 8–8 8–8 8–8 8–8 10–5 10–5 closed

Pelham Bay 3060 Middletown Road 718-792-6744 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Riverdale 5540 Mosholu Avenue 718-549-1212 10–6 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Sedgwick 1701 Martin Luther King, Jr. Blvd. 718-731-2074 10–6 10–6 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Soundview 660 Soundview Avenue 718-589-0880 10–6 11–7 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Spuyten Duyvil 650 West 235th Street 718-796-1202 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Throg’s Neck 3025 Cross Bronx Expy Ext 718-792-2612 10–6 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Tremont 1866 Washington Avenue 718-299-5177 10–6 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Van Cortlandt 3874 Sedgwick Avenue 718-543-5150 10–6 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Van Nest 2147 Barnes Avenue 718-829-5864 10–6 10–6 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Wakefield 4100 Lowerre Place 718-652-4663 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

West Farms 2085 Honeywell Avenue 718-367-5376 10–6 10–6 11–7 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Westchester Square 2521 Glebe Avenue 718-863-0436 10–6 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Woodlawn Heights 4355 Katonah Avenue 718-519-9627 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Woodstock 761 East 160th Street 718-665-6255 10–6 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

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58th Street 127 East 58th Street 212-759-7358 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed


96th Street 112 East 96th Street 212-289-0908

115th Street 203 West 115th Street 212-666-9393 12–7 11–6 12–7 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed


Aguilar 174 East 110th Street 212-534-2930 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Andrew Heiskell Braille and Talking Book Library 40 West 20th Street 212-206-5400

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Battery Park City 175 North End Avenue 212-790-3499 10–6 12–8 10–6 12–8 10–5 10–5 closed

Bloomingdale 150 West 100th Street 212-222-8030 10–6 10–6 12–7 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Chatham Square 33 East Broadway 212-964-6598 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Children’s Center at 42nd Street, Stephen A. Schwarzman Building Fifth Avenue and 42nd Street 212-621-0208

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Columbus 742 Tenth Avenue 212-586-5098 12–7 10–6 12–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Countee Cullen 104 West 136th Street 212-491-2070 10–8 10–8 10–8 10–8 10–5 10–5 closed

Epiphany 228 East 23rd Street 212-679-2645 12–7 10–6 12–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Fort Washington 535 West 179th Street 212-927-3533 10–6 12–7 10–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

George Bruce 518 West 125th Street 212-662-9727 12–7 11–6 12–7 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Grand Central 135 East 46th Street 212-621-0670 11–7 10–6 11–6 11–6 11–6 10–5 closed

Hamilton Fish Park 415 East Houston Street 212-673-2290 10–6 12–7 10–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Hamilton Grange 503 West 145th Street 212-926-2147 11–7 11–6 11–7 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Harlem 9 West 124th Street 212-348-5620 11–6 12–7 11–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Hudson Park 66 Leroy Street 212-243-6876 11–6 12–7 11–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Inwood 4790 Broadway 212-942-2445 11–7 11–6 11–7 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Jefferson Market 425 Avenue of the Americas 212-243-4334 10–8 11–6 10–8 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Kips Bay 446 Third Avenue 212-683-2520 11–6 12–7 11–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Macomb’s Bridge 2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. Boulevard

212-281-4900 12–7 11–6 11–6 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Mid-Manhattan Library 455 Fifth Avenue (at 40th Street)

212-340-08638–11 8–11 8–11 8–11 8–8 10–6 10–6

Morningside Heights 2900 Broadway 212-864-2530 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Muhlenberg 209 West 23rd Street 212-924-1585 11–6 11–7 11–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Mulberry Street 10 Jersey Street 212-966-3424 12–7 10–6 12–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

New Amsterdam 9 Murray Street 212-732-8186 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

NYPL for the Performing Arts 40 Lincoln Center Plaza (at 65th Street) 917-275-6975

12–8 12–6 12–6 12–8 12–6 12–6 closed

Ottendorfer 135 Second Avenue 212-674-0947 11–6 12–7 11–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Riverside 127 Amsterdam Avenue 212-870-1810 11–7 10–6 11–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Roosevelt Island 524 Main Street 212-308-6243 10–8 10–6 10–8 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Schomburg Center for Research in Black Culture 515 Malcolm X Boulevard (at 135th Street) 212-491-2200

closed 12–8 12–8 12–8 10–6 10–6 closed

Science, Industry and Business Library 188 Madison Avenue (at 34th Street) 917-275-6975

11–6 10–8 10–8 10–8 11–6 11–6 closed

Seward Park 192 East Broadway 212-477-6770 11–7 10–8 11–7 10–8 10–5 10–5 closed

St. Agnes 444 Amsterdam Avenue 212-621-0619 11–6 11–7 10–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Terence Cardinal Cooke–Cathedral 560 Lexington Avenue

212-752-3824 10–6 10–6 10–6 10–6 10–5 closed closed

Tompkins Square 331 East 10th Street 212-228-4747 12–7 11–6 12–7 11–6 10–5 10–5 closed

Washington Heights 1000 St. Nicholas Avenue 212-923-6054

Webster 1465 York Avenue 212-288-5049 11–6 12–7 11–6 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed

Yorkville 222 East 79th Street 212-744-5824 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–7 10–5 10–5 closed

All library locations are handicap accessible unless otherwise noted. Partially accessible Non-accessible

(Under renovation; scheduled to reopen spring 2013) (Closed for renovations)

125th Street Library Children’s Room, Manhattan Beowulf Sheehan

Children’s Center at 42nd Street, ManhattanChris Leonard

Jerome Park Library, BronxJori Klein

High Bridge Library, BronxSean Scanlin

(Closed for repairs; scheduled to reopen summer 2013)


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