Roar - New York Public Library

1 : Free Programs March–May 2012 

Roar! 

FREE PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES FOR CHILDREN 

The 

New York 

Public 

Library 

March–May 2012


Inwood 

Fort Washington 

BROADWAY 

Washington Heights 

Hamilton Grange 

George Bruce 

Morningside Heights 

Riverside 

The New York Public Library 

for the Performing Arts 

Columbus 

Manhattan 

ST NICHOLAS AV 

Bloomingdale 

W 86ST 

St. Agnes 

Hudson Park 

Macomb’s Bridge 

Stephen A. Schwarzman Building 

10 AV 

W 181 ST 

AMSTERDAM AV 

DOUGLASS BLVD 

Muhlenberg 

Andrew Heiskell Braille 

and Talking Book Library 

Jefferson Market 

LEROY ST 

145 ST 

135 ST 

8 AV 

A.C.POWELL JR BLVD 

Countee Cullen 

Schomburg Center for Research 

in Black Culture 

125th Street 

Harlem/CRW 

115th Street 

CENTRAL PARK 

CANAL ST 

7 AV 

53 ST 

Grand Central 

42 ST 

BEDFORD ST 

6 AV 

Battery Park City 

New Amsterdam 

MURRAY ST 

FIFTH AVENUE 

FIFTH AVENUE 

Aguilar/CRW 

96th Street 

58th Street 

Yorkville 

Webster 

67th Street 

Terence Cardinal 

Cooke-Cathedral 

Mid-Manhattan 

Science, Industry and 

Business Library 

23 ST 

Kips Bay 

Epiphany 

BROADWAY 

LEXINGTON AVENUE 

110 ST 

14 ST 

Roosevelt Island 

Tompkins Square/CRW 

Ottendorfer 

Hamilton Fish Park 

Mulberry Street 

E HOUSTON ST 

E BROADWAY 

Seward Park/CRW 

Chatham Square 

Riverdale 

Spuyten Duyvil 

BROADWAY 

Kingsbridge 

Van Cortlandt 

W 231 ST 

VAN 

CORTLANDT 

PARK 

Jerome Park 

Bronx Library Center/CRW 

Francis Martin 

DR MARTIN LUTHER KING JR BLVD 

YETMAN AV 

181 ST 

Tottenville • 

Mosholu 

Sedgwick 

Woodlawn Heights 

Belmont 

Tremont 

• Grand Concourse 

Huguenot Park • 

Allerton 

West Farms 

High Bridge Morrisania 

Woodstock 

GRAND CONCOURSE 

AMBOY ROAD 

KATONAH AV 

WEBSTER AV 

FORDHAM RD 

THIRD AV 

Melrose 

Mott Haven 

E 140TH ST 

HUGUENOT AV 

WHITE PLAINS ROAD 

Wakefield/CRW 

WESTCHESTER AV 

West New Brighton • 

Port Richmond 

Stapleton 

VICTORY BLVD 

HYLAN BOULEVARD 

GUN HILL ROAD 

SOUTHERN BLVD 

FOREST AV 

Great Kills 

Edenwald 

Baychester 

PELHAM PARKWAY 

Eastchester 

Van Nest 

Morris Park 

TREMONT AV 

Hunt’s Point 

RICHMOND AV 

NEW ENGLAND THRUWAY 

Parkchester 

Throg’s Neck 

Clason’s Point 

Castle Hill 

Todt Hill-Westerleigh 

Dongan Hills 

• Richmondtown 

GRIFFORDS LANE 

JEWETT AV 

Westchester Square 

Bronx 

RICHMOND TERRACE 

RICHMOND ROAD 

• New Dorp 

NEW DORP LANE 

CLOVE ROAD 

CIT Y ISLAND RD 

Pelham Bay 

Soundview 

SEAVIEW AV 

City Island 

St. George/CRW 

BAY ST 

Staten Island 

South Beach 

ROAR! COVER PHOTO BY BEOWULF SHEEHAN. UPROAR COVER ART BY CORY LEVY. THIS PAGE: PHOTO BY JONATHAN BLANC 

Roar! 

2 Early Childhood Programs 

5 Programs for Children in K–6 

6 KidsLIVE at the NYPL 

9 Special Events 

13 More Programs for Children 

14 Directory of Libraries 

UpRoar 

U2 Teen Happenings 

U3 TeenLIVE at the NYPL 

U6 Be There: Special Programs for Teens 

Follow us on Twitter: 

@nyplkids 

Roar!/UpRoar is published four times a year by the 

Office of Communications and Public Engagement 

Deanna Lee, Vice President for 

Communications and Public Engagement 

Heidi Singer, Director of 

Publications and Graphic Design 

Abby Tannenbaum, Editor 

Eliza Cerdeiros, Designer 

Lucine Kinoian, Contributor 

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

Foundations, 2012 

Welcome www.nypl.org 

The New York Public Library offers a wide variety of programming 

for children and teens throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and 

Staten Island. Explore the listings in this program guide to 

discover the range of activities presented in an environment 

that will inspire a spirit of creativity, exploration, and intellectual 

growth. For more information, contact the Office of Children’s 

Services at 212-340-0906 or the Office of Young Adult Services 

at 212-340-0909. Library hours may vary and are subject to 

change; call to confirm. Programs and activities are subject to 

change or cancellation; visit www.nypl.org/events for up-todate 

information. 

All New York Public Library locations will be closed for holiday 

observance on the following days: 

April 8, May 26–28. 

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 the Estate of Charles 

J. Mauro; the Estate of William C. Morris; the Estate 

of Esther Manes; New York Life Foundation; MetLife 

Foundation; Sandra Priest Rose; Con Edison; Mr. and 

Mrs. John Klingenstein; Beth and Christopher Kojima; 

Milton S. Teicher; Mr. and Mrs. George T. Votis; The 

Walt Disney Company; and an anonymous donor. 

Become a Friend 

of the Library 

Become a Friend of the Library. The Library depends 

on a financial partnership between government 

agencies and private donors to meet the costs 

of providing open access to this great center of 

learning—free of charge to all. By becoming a Friend 

of the Library, you can play an important role in its 

mission. In return, you will receive exclusive benefits 

and discounts extended only to members. For 

more information or to join, visit www.nypl.org/ 

support or call 212-930-0653. 

Library Cubs Program 

The New York Public Library Cubs Program is an 

important initiative that raises funds to further the 

Library’s mission of providing free and open access 

to knowledge, while promoting the importance of 

reading and libraries to families. Each year, more 

than five million children visit the Library to pursue 

their dreams, feed their curiosity, and let their 

imaginations soar. Funds from the Library Cubs 

Program will help ensure the availability of resources 

for children at The New York Public Library. To join, 

visit www.nypl.org/cubs or call 212-930-0670. 

NYPL News 

The New York Public Library News is a free 

e-newsletter that will keep you informed about 

everything exciting that is happening at the 

Library. Sign up at www.enews.nypl.org. 

*For addresses, see pages 14 and 15. 

CRW Center for Reading & Writing Hub Library Library with a Teen Center

2 : The New York Public Library Roar! 


Early Childhood Programs 

Baby Story Time, Toddler Story Time, and Preschool Story Time 

for children and their parents/caregivers 

www.nypl.org 

BRONX 

Baby Story Time 

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

City Island Thursdays 11 a.m. Mar 8, 22; Apr 12, 26; 

May 10, 24 

Eastchester Thursdays 11 a.m. Mar 1; Apr 5; May 3 

Kingsbridge Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Pelham Bay Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 6; Apr 10; May 8 

STATEN ISLAND 

Great Kills Mondays 11 a.m. Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23 

New Dorp *Fridays 10:30 a.m. Mar 2; May 4 

South Beach Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 14; Apr 11; May 9 

Tottenville Thursdays 11 a.m. Apr 5, 12, 19, 26 

West New Brighton Fridays 10:30 a.m. Mar 2; Apr 6 

Riverdale Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. Mar 13, 27; Apr 10, 24; 

May 8, 22 

Sedgwick Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; 

Spuyten Duyvil 

Thursdays 10:30 a.m.; 

11:30 a.m. 

May 9, 23 

Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Throg’s Neck Tuesdays 10 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

Inwood Tuesdays 11:15 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Kips Bay 

Muhlenberg 

Wednesdays 11 a.m.; 

11:30 a.m. 

*Mondays 10:30 a.m.; 

11:30 a.m. 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Sedgwick Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; 

May 9, 23 

Spuyten Duyvil Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 6, 20; Apr 3, 17; 

May 1, 15, 29 

Throg’s Neck Thursdays 11 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Woodlawn Heights Thursdays 11 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

MANHATTAN 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Battery Park City Tuesdays 11:30 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24 

Thursdays 11:30 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Bloomingdale Mondays 10:30 a.m. Mar 12; Apr 2; May 7 

Hudson Park Wednesdays 11:15 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Inwood Thursdays 11:15 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Kips Bay Mondays 11 a.m.; 11:30 a.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Muhlenberg 


*Wednesdays 10:30 a.m.; 

11:30 a.m. 

Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.; 

11:30 a.m. 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

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

May 9, 16, 23 

Mar 6, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

New Amsterdam Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 1, 8; Apr 5, 12; May 3, 10 

Ottendorfer 

Mondays 11:30 a.m.; 

1:30 p.m. 

Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Roosevelt Island Mondays 10:30 a.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

St. Agnes 


11:45 a.m. 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Mar 7, 21; Apr 4, 18; 

May 2, 16 

Yorkville Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 20; Apr 17; May 15 

BRONX 

NYPL BOOK PICK 

The Library recently released 100 Titles 

for Reading and Sharing: Children’s 

Books 2011, a list of the best children’s 

books published last year as chosen by 

NYPL librarians. You can see the entire 

list, which features books for kids from 

2 to 12, at bit.ly/100Titles. 

Here’s a favorite in the picture-book 

category (for kids 2 to 6): 

A Ball for Daisy 

Chris Raschka 

Schwartz & Wade 

Young children will feel a puppy’s heartbreak 

at the loss of a beloved ball and enjoy the 

simple delights that new friends can bring. 

Toddler Story Time 

For toddlers from 18 months to 3 years and their parents/caregivers. 

City Island Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 17, 24, 10; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Edenwald Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Jerome Park Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 21; Apr 18; May 16 

Kingsbridge Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 7, 14 

Morris Park Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 15, 29; Apr 19, 26; 

May 10, 24 

Mosholu Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15; Apr 5, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17 

Pelham Bay Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 7, 21; Apr 4, 18; 

May 2, 16 

PHOTO BY YOSHIO ITAGAKI 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Van Nest Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Westchester Square Saturdays 11 a.m. Apr 7, 21; May 5, 19 

MANHATTAN 

125th Street Wednesdays 11:15 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25 

Battery Park City Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Bloomingdale Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27 

Tuesdays 10:30 a.m.; 11 a.m. Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Chatham Square Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 21; Apr 18; May 16 

Children’s Center 

at 42nd Street 


11:30 a.m. 

Mar 1, 8 

Columbus Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Countee Cullen Tuesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Hamilton Fish Park Thursdays 10:15 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Hudson Park Mondays 11:15 a.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 



11:30 a.m. 

Mar 1, 8, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

New Amsterdam Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 15, 22; Apr 19, 26; 

May 17, 24 

Ottendorfer Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Roosevelt Island Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

St. Agnes 

Webster 


11:45 a.m. 


11:15 a.m.; 11:45 a.m. 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; 

May 9, 23 

Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Yorkville Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 6; Apr 3; May 1 

STATEN ISLAND 

Great Kills *Thursdays 11 a.m. Mar 15, 29; Apr 12, 26 

New Dorp Fridays 10:30 a.m. Apr 6, 13 

Port Richmond Fridays 10:30 a.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18 

Tottenville Fridays 10:30 a.m. Mar 2; Apr 13; May 4 

West New Brighton Thursdays 11 a.m. Mar 15; Apr 19 

CELEBRATE SPRING WITH PLAYS 

AND MUSIC FOR KIDS AT NYPL! 

Discover the world of poetry in the fun musical puppet performance 

Blown Away by Poetry (see page 9). Other programs feature Chinese dance, 

Irish folktales, stories of remarkable women, and exciting science demos. 

See the full listing of this season’s theater and music events for kids 3 to 12 

on pages 9–12. 

*Preregistration required 

*Preregistration required



Early Childhood Programs 

Baby Story Time, Toddler Story Time, and Preschool Story Time 

for children and their parents/caregivers 

Programs for Children in K–6 

Arts & Crafts, Computers & Technology, Film, 

Games & Chess, Gaming, Music, and Reading Aloud 

Preschool Story Time 

For preschoolers from 3 to 5 years and their parents/caregivers. 

BRONX 

Allerton Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Eastchester Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Grand Concourse Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Hunt’s Point Thursdays 4 p.m. Apr 5, 19; May 3, 17 

Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 16 

Morris Park Saturdays 3 p.m. Mar 10, 24; Apr 14; May 5, 19 

Parkchester Fridays 11 a.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Pelham Bay Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; 

May 9, 23 

Sedgwick Tuesdays 11 a.m. Mar 20; Apr 17; May 15 

Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; 

May 9, 23 

Tremont Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Westchester Square Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 7, 21; Apr 11, 25; 

May 9, 23 

MANHATTAN 

Bloomingdale Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Countee Cullen Thursdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Inwood Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Kips Bay Fridays 3 p.m. Mar 2; Apr 13; May 4 

Muhlenberg Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Yorkville Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

STATEN ISLAND 

Great Kills *Fridays 11 a.m. Mar 16, 30; Apr 13, 27 

New Dorp *Wednesdays 11 a.m. Mar 14, Apr 11; May 16 

Richmondtown Tuesdays 1 p.m. Mar 13, 27 

South Beach Fridays 10:30 a.m. Mar 16; May 18 

Todt Hill–Westerleigh *Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 7, 14; Apr 4, 11; May 2, 9 

BILINGUAL BIRDIES 

In this foreign language and live music program, children learn basic 

vocabulary and short phrases in a second language while singing, 

dancing, and playing with instruments and fun props. Each session 

ends with a lively bubble dance party! For ages newborn to 5 years with 

parents/caregivers. 

English-Spanish 

BRONX :: Clason’s Point Thurs, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 11 a.m. 

Grand Concourse Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 10:30 a.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Epiphany Wed, Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 1 p.m. 

Inwood Fri, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; 10:30 a.m. 

Fort Washington Sat, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; 12 noon 

Ottendorfer Sat, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; 11:30 a.m. 

English-French 

MANHATTAN :: Columbus Thurs, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 11 a.m. 

English-Mandarin 

MANHATTAN :: Seward Park Mon, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21; 3:30 p.m. 

Arts & Crafts 

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, Easter, Passover, Earth Day, Cinco de 

Mayo, and Mother’s Day by creating fun projects using a variety 

of materials and skills. 

BRONX 

Allerton Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 16, 30; 

Apr 12, 27; May 11, 25 

Belmont Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

City Island Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 13; Apr 3; May 8 

Eastchester Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10 

Edenwald Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 16; Apr 20; May 4 

Jerome Park Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5; Apr 2; May 7 

Morris Park Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 23; Apr 20; 

May 4, 18 

Morrisania Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25; 

May 9, 23 

Mosholu Friday 3:30 p.m. May 11 

Pelham Bay Fridays 11 a.m. Mar 2, 16; Apr 6, 20; 

May 4, 18 

Friday 3:30 p.m. Mar 16 

Spuyten Duyvil *Monday 3 p.m. May 7 

Throg’s Neck Mondays 3 p.m. Mar 5, 12; Apr 2, 9, 16; 

May 7, 14 

Wakefield Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 14; Apr 18; May 16 

West Farms Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23; 

May 7, 14 

Westchester Square Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24 

Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 16; Apr 6, 20; 

May 4, 18 

Woodstock Wednesday 3 p.m. Mar 21 

Friday 3 p.m. May 11 

MANHATTAN 

125th Street Tuesday 4 p.m. Mar 20 

*Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 28; Apr 4 

Kips Bay Fridays 3 p.m. Mar 9; Apr 27; May 11 

Mulberry Street Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2; Apr 13; May 4 

St. Agnes Friday 3:30 p.m. Mar 2 

Yorkville *Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 27; Apr 24; May 29 

STATEN ISLAND 

Dongan Hills *Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 9; May 4 

New Dorp *Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 15; Apr 26; May 17 

Richmondtown Thursday 4 p.m. Mar 29 

South Beach Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 19; Apr 2, 16; 

May 7, 21 

Wednesday 4 p.m. May 16 

Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 15; Apr 19 

Tottenville 

*Tuesday 4 p.m. 

*Thursdays 4 p.m. 

May 22 

Mar 15; Apr 5 

Computers & Technology 

Get an introduction to the computer and the Internet. 

BRONX 

Eastchester Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7, 21; Apr 11, 25; 

May 9, 23 

Edenwald Monday 4 p.m. Mar 26 

Fridays 4 p.m. Apr 27; May 18 

Pelham Bay Mondays 3:15 p.m. Mar 12; Apr 2; May 14 

Throg’s Neck Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 26; Apr 30; May 21 

Tremont Saturdays 11 a.m. Mar 3, 17; Apr 7, 21; 

May 5, 19 

Wakefield Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1; Apr 12; May 10 

Westchester Square Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23; May 7, 14, 21 

MANHATTAN 

Countee Cullen Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Kips Bay 

Tuesday 4 p.m. 

Thursdays 4 p.m. 

May 15 

Mar 22; Apr 19 

STATEN ISLAND 

Port Richmond Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 19; Apr 16; May 14 

West New Brighton Thursday 4 p.m. Mar 22 

BRONX 

Film 

Watch new and classic films. 

Castle Hill Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6; Apr 10; May 8 


Morrisania Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Wakefield Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 29; Apr 26; May 24 

MANHATTAN 

125th Street Tuesday 4 p.m. Mar 6 

Thursdays 4 p.m. Apr 5; May 3 

Chatham Square Wednesdays 10:30 a.m. Mar 7; Apr 4; May 2 

Fridays 10:30 a.m. Mar 9; Apr 6; May 4 


Wednesday 2 p.m. Mar 7 


Kips Bay Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 20; Apr 24; May 22 

Morningside Heights Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

New Amsterdam Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

St. Agnes Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23; May 7, 14, 21 

Yorkville Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

*Preregistration required 





Programs for Children in K–6 Games & Chess, Gaming, Music, and Reading Aloud 

www.nypl.org 

Kristi Yamaguchi 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Tues, Mar 6; 3:30 p.m. 

Olympic figure-skating champion, Dancing with the Stars performer, 

and author Kristi Yamaguchi shares her new book, It’s a Big World, 

Little Pig!, a follow-up to Dream Big, Little Pig! 

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. Visit www.nypl.org/kidslive for more 

information, including program schedules and past program videos. 

KidsLIVE programs are sponsored by the Katerina and Andreas C. Dracopoulos Family 

Endowment for Young Audiences. 

Games & Chess 

Play a variety of board and card games of all type and skill levels. 

BRONX 

Belmont Fridays 3 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Hunt’s Point Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3; May 1 


Morris Park Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 16, 30; Apr 13, 27; 

May 11, 25 

Saturdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 3; Apr 21 

Morrisania Saturdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; 

May 5, 12, 19 

Wakefield Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 9, 23; Apr 6, 20; 

May 4, 18 

West Farms Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 23; Apr 6, 20; 

May 4, 18 

Westchester Square Saturdays 2 p.m. Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; 

May 5, 12, 19 

MANHATTAN 

125th Street Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24 

Saturdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28 

Countee Cullen Saturdays 1 p.m. Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; 

May 5, 12, 19 

George Bruce Fridays 3 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Saturdays 10 a.m. Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; 

May 5, 12, 19 

Hamilton Fish Park Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Gaming 

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

BRONX 

Belmont Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Castle Hill Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 16; Apr 6, 20; 

May 4, 18 

Hunt’s Point Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 8; Apr 5; May 3 

Morrisania Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

PHOTO BY ERICKA McCONNELL 

Mott Haven Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Pelham Bay Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Throg’s Neck Wednesdays 3 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 9, 16, 23, 30 

Wakefield Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 13, 21 

West Farms Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 15, 29; Apr 12, 26; 

May 10, 24 

MANHATTAN 

125th Street Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 

BRONX 

Music 

Enjoy performances and introductions to vaious musical instruments. 

Allerton Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 9, 23; Apr 6, 20; 

MANHATTAN 

Mondays 3:30 p.m. Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Chatham Square Tuesday 2 p.m. Apr 10 

Friday 2 p.m. Apr 13 


Friday 2 p.m. Apr 13 


Columbus Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

George Bruce Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Hamilton Fish Park Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 13, 27; Apr 10, 24; 

May 8, 22 

Kips Bay Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Yorkville *Fridays 3 p.m. Mar 16; Apr 20; May 18 

STATEN ISLAND 

New Dorp *Thursday 4 p.m. May 3 

West New Brighton Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 9; Apr 13; May 11 

May 4, 18 

Hudson Park Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Ottendorfer Wednesdays 12 noon Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Reading Aloud 

A librarian shares favorite picture books, providing children with the 

wonder of books and the joy of reading. 

BRONX 

Allerton Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Belmont Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 19; Apr 9, 23 

Castle Hill Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 19; Apr 9, 23; 

May 7, 21 

City Island Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Eastchester 

Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. 

Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. 

Apr 10, 24; May 8, 22 

Mar 14, 28 

Edenwald Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Grand Concourse Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Jerome Park Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23; 

Apr 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18 

Kingsbridge Saturdays 1 p.m. Mar 3; Apr 7; May 5 

Morris Park Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Morrisania Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

NYPL BOOK PICK 

Here’s a fun title from the early 

chapter book category (for kids 6 to 8) 

from NYPL’s 100 Titles for Reading and 

Sharing: Children’s Books 2011. 

The No. 1 Car Spotter 

Atinuke 

Illustrated by Warwick Johnson Cadwell 

Kane/Miller 

Meet Oluwalase Babalunde Benson 

(aka No. 1). He and his friend Coca- 

Cola pitch in whenever a problem in 

their village needs to be solved. 

From 100 Titles for Reading and Sharing: Children’s Books 2011, a list 

of the best children’s books published last year as chosen by NYPL 

librarians. You can see the entire list, which features books for kids 

from 2 to 12, at bit.ly/100Titles.



Programs for Children in K–6 


Games & Chess, Gaming, Music, and Reading Aloud 

Special Events: Plays, Music, and More! 

Mosholu Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Parkchester Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Pelham Bay Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23 

Riverdale Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28 

Sedgwick Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23; 

May 14, 21 

Spuyten Duyvil Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Throg’s Neck Fridays 2:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18 

Tremont Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Van Nest Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Wakefield Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

West Farms Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 20; Apr 24; May 29 

Westchester Square Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21; Apr 4, 11, 18; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23 

Woodstock Saturdays 1 p.m. Mar 10, 24; Apr 14, 28 

MANHATTAN 

Battery Park City Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Bloomingdale Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Chatham Square Saturdays 11 a.m. Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; 

May 5, 12, 19 

Countee Cullen Saturdays 11 a.m. Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19 

George Bruce Tuesdays 11:15 a.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Hamilton Fish Park Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Kips Bay Thursdays 3 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Morningside Heights Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

New Amsterdam Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Roosevelt Island Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

St. Agnes Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Webster Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

STATEN ISLAND 

Huguenot Park Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 20; 

May 7, 14, 21 

New Dorp *Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Port Richmond Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Richmondtown Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

South Beach Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Tottenville Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

West New Brighton Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25 

PHOTO BY SEAN SCANLIN 

Big Top Science 

Step into three rings of fun to see chemistry and 

physics demos that explain how a bed of nails can 

provide a great night’s sleep and how important 

balance can be to a tightrope walker. Presented by 

Mad Science of Manhattan and Westchester. For 

ages 4 and older. 

BRONX :: Castle Hill Tues, Apr 24; 4 p.m. 

Clason’s Point Thurs, Apr 26; 3:30 p.m. 

Melrose Tues, Apr 3; 4 p.m. 

Pelham Bay Fri, Apr 13; 3:30 p.m. 

West Farms Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

Westchester Square Thurs, Apr 19; 3:30 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: 125th Street Fri, Apr 6; 4 p.m. 

Aguilar Mon, Apr 16; 4 p.m. 

George Bruce Mon, Apr 23; 4 p.m. 

Ottendorfer Tues, Apr 10; 4 p.m. 

Riverside Fri, Apr 20; 3:30 p.m. 

Roosevelt Island Wed, Apr 18; 4 p.m. 

St. Agnes Mon, Apr 9; 4 p.m. 

Yorkville Thurs, Apr 12; 4 p.m. 

Blown Away by Poetry 

Percy Bysshe Shelley was one of the most celebrated 

poets of the Romantic period. To celebrate National 

Poetry Month, meet some singing puppets, learn 

about poetry, and compose your own poem! 

Presented by Urban Stages. For ages 6 and older. 

BRONX :: Clason’s Point Thurs, Apr 19; 3:30 p.m. 

Eastchester Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

Francis Martin Wed, Apr 11; 4 p.m. 

Grand Concourse Wed, Apr 4; 4 p.m. 

Hunt’s Point Tues, Apr 10; 4 p.m. 

Jerome Park Tues, Apr 24; 4 p.m. 

Kingsbridge Thurs, Apr 12; 4 p.m. 

SUPPORT THE LIBRARY 


Countee Cullen Sat, Apr 21; 2 p.m. 

Epiphany Mon, Apr 23; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Great Kills Wed, Apr 25; 4 p.m. 

Chinese Ribbon Dance 

Learn the Chinese ribbon dance with the Red Silk 

Dancers, who demonstrate how to wave a long silk 

ribbon to create rainbows, dragons, and waterfalls. 

For ages 4 to 12. 

BRONX :: Baychester Sat, May 12; 11 a.m. 

Belmont Thurs, May 3; 4 p.m. 

Castle Hill Wed, May 2; 4 p.m. 

Clason’s Point Thurs, Apr 19; 3:30 p.m. 

Eastchester Mon, May 14; 3:30 p.m. 

Edenwald Wed, Apr 25; 4 p.m. 

Francis Martin Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 

Jerome Park Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

Kingsbridge Tues, Apr 10; 4 p.m. 

Melrose Tues, May 15; 4 p.m. 

Morrisania Mon, Apr 16; 3:30 p.m. 

Sedgwick Wed, May 16; 3:45 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: 115th Street Mon, Apr 23; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: New Dorp Thurs, Apr 12; 4 p.m. 

Port Richmond Tues, May 8; 3:30 p.m. 

St. George Library Center Wed, Apr 18; 4 p.m. 

Tottenville Mon, Apr 9; 4 p.m. 

West New Brighton Tues, Apr 24; 4 p.m. 

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 muchneeded 

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 our Library Shop. To join, visit 

www.nypl.org/support or call 212-930-0653. 

An annual gift of $1,000 or more will make you and your family members of our Library Cubs 

Program. In return for your generous support, you will be invited to exclusive library-themed 

events held throughout the year, and receive an array of special benefits designed for the whole 

family to enjoy. For additional information, visit www.nypl.org/cubs or call 212-930-0670. 

Gadgets and Gizmos: Hot-Air Balloons 

Discover how hot-air balloons float and how they are 

constructed. Presented by the Children’s Museum of 

Manhattan. For ages 6 to 12. 

BRONX :: Belmont Mon, Apr 23; 4 p.m. 

Castle Hill Wed, Apr 4; 4 p.m. 


Mosholu Wed, Apr 11; 3 p.m. 

Parkchester Thurs, Apr 12; 3:30 p.m. 

Spuyten Duyvil Tues, Apr 24; 4 p.m. 


Fort Washington Tues, Apr 10; 4 p.m. 


Inwood Mon, Apr 16; 4 p.m. 

Roosevelt Island Wed, Apr 25; 4 p.m. 

St. Agnes Fri, Apr 13; 3:30 p.m. 

Gadgets and Gizmos: Propellers 

Explore how fan and propeller blades are used by 

different flying machines to push air and engage 

in flight. Presented by the Children’s Museum of 

Manhattan. For ages 6 to 12. 

BRONX :: Castle Hill Tues, Mar 13; 4 p.m. 

Hunt’s Point Mon, Mar 12; 4:30 p.m. 

Parkchester Tues, Mar 27; 3:30 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: George Bruce Mon, Mar 26; 4 p.m. 

Hamilton Fish Park Thurs, Mar 22; 4 p.m. 

Harlem Thurs, Mar 8; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Mon, Mar 19; 4 p.m. 

Morningside Heights Thurs, Mar 29; 4 p.m. 

Ottendorfer Tues, Mar 20; 4 p.m. 

Riverside Fri, Mar 9; 3:30 p.m. 

Roosevelt Island Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m. 

St. Agnes Thurs, Mar 15; 4 p.m. 





www.nypl.org 

See the Golem come to life in the Bronx, Manhattan, and 

Staten Island. 

Gadgets and Gizmos: Submarines 

Learn how pressure, density, and buoyancy work and 

make it possible for sailors to live underwater for 

months—or even years—in a submarine! Presented 

by the Children’s Museum of Manhattan. For ages 

6 to 12. 

BRONX :: Castle Hill Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 

Kingsbridge Tues, May 22; 4 p.m. 

Parkchester Tues, May 15; 3:30 p.m. 

Spuyten Duyvil Fri, May 4; 3:30 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: 96th Street Thurs, May 17; 4 p.m. 

125th Street Fri, May 18; 4 p.m. 

Aguilar Mon, May 7; 4 p.m. 

Epiphany Mon, May 21; 3 p.m. 

Inwood Thurs, May 31; 4 p.m. 

Muhlenberg Thurs, May 10; 4 p.m. 

Riverside Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 

Roosevelt Island Mon, May 14; 4 p.m. 

Yorkville Thurs, May 24; 4 p.m. 

Girls Are Heroes Too! 

Regina Ress tells folktales from around the world 

that celebrate the strength and smarts of women 

and girls, including clever, brave, feisty girls 

who outwit an ogre! Good fun for the boys too! 

For ages 5 and older. 

BRONX :: Allerton Tues, Mar 6; 4 p.m. 

Baychester Sat, Mar 31; 11 a.m. 

City Island Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m. 

Clason’s Point Thurs, Mar 22; 3:30 p.m. 

Francis Martin Tues, Mar 20; 4 p.m. 

Kingsbridge Thurs, Mar 8; 4 p.m. 

Pelham Bay Fri, Mar 23; 3:30 p.m. 

Sedgwick Wed, Mar 21; 3:45 p.m. 

Spuyten Duyvil Tues, Mar 13; 3:30 p.m. 

Woodstock Wed, Mar 28; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Aguilar Mon, Mar 5; 4 p.m. 

The Golem 

Monsters come in all shapes and sizes, but have 

you ever encountered a monster made of mud? 

Meet just such a creature—the Golem—in this 

modern adaptation of a classic Jewish folklore. 


BRONX :: Morris Park Wed, Apr 18; 3:30 p.m. 

Parkchester Fri, Apr 20; 3:30 p.m. 

Spuyten Duyvil Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

Van Cortlandt Wed, Apr 11; 3:30 p.m. 

Westchester Square Thurs, Apr 12; 3:30 p.m. 

Woodlawn Heights Thurs, Apr 26; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Bloomingdale Mon, Apr 9; 4 p.m. 

Children’s Center at 42nd Street Sat, Apr 14; 3 p.m. 



Hamilton Fish Park Thurs, Apr 5; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Thurs, Apr 19; 4 p.m. 

Jefferson Market Tues, Apr 10; 3:30 p.m. 

Riverside Tues, Apr 24; 4 p.m. 

Yorkville Mon, Apr 23; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Dongan Hills Wed, Apr 25; 4 p.m. 

Irish Dancing 

Learn the basic moves of traditional Irish step 

dancing. Presented by Urban Stages. For ages 5 to 12. 

BRONX :: Soundview Wed, Mar 14; 3:30 p.m. 

Westchester Square Thurs, Mar 15; 3:30 p.m. 

Woodlawn Heights Mon, Mar 5; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Yorkville Thurs, Mar 8; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Port Richmond Tues, Mar 13; 4 p.m. 

The Last Pine Tree on Eagle Mountain 

This musical performance tells the story 

of friendship between an unlikely duo and 

explores the relationship between animals 

and their environments. Presented by Urban 

Stages. For ages 3 to 10. 

BRONX :: Baychester Sat, Apr 14; 11 am 

Belmont Mon, Apr 30; 4 p.m. 

Bronx Library Center Sat, Apr 28; 2 p.m. 

Castle Hill Wed, Apr 18; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Aguilar Mon, Apr 9; 4 p.m. 

Children’s Center at 42nd Street Sat, Apr 21; 3 p.m. 

Epiphany Tues, Apr 10; 4 p.m. 



Harlem Thurs, Apr 26; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Thurs, Apr 12; 4 p.m. 

Kips Bay Fri, Apr 20; 3:30 p.m. 

Morningside Heights Thurs, Apr 19; 4 p.m. 

Muhlenberg Wed, Apr 4; 4 p.m. 

Webster Mon, Apr 23; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: St. George Library Center 

Thurs, Apr 5; 3 p.m. 

Marvels of Motion 

Explore Isaac Newton’s laws of motion by watching 

physics experiments that demonstrate the power 

of different forces. Presented by Mad Science of 

Westchester and Manhattan. For ages 5 and older. 

BRONX :: Belmont Mon, Mar 19; 4 p.m. 

Eastchester Tues, Mar 13; 3:30 p.m. 

Francis Martin Wed, Mar 7; 4 p.m. 

Grand Concourse Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m. 

Jerome Park Tues, Mar 20; 4 p.m. 

Kingsbridge Thurs, Mar 22; 4 p.m. 

Morris Park Wed, Mar 28; 3:30 p.m. 

Morrisania Mon, Mar 5; 3:30 p.m. 

Mosholu Tues, Mar 27; 4 p.m. 

Parkchester Tues, Mar 6; 3:30 p.m. 

Soundview Fri, Mar 9; 4 p.m. 

Spuyten Duyvil Fri, Mar 30; 3:30 p.m. 

Van Cortlandt Wed, Mar 21; 3:30 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Bloomingdale Mon, Mar 26; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m. 

Kips Bay Fri, Mar 16; 4 p.m. 

Pot of Gold 

Storyteller Patrick Richwood brings Irish folktales 

to life using costumes, props, and music and 

encourages audience participation in call-andresponse 

chants and other activities. For ages 5 to 12. 

BRONX :: Belmont Thurs, Mar 22; 4 p.m. 

Francis Martin Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 


Spuyten Duyvil Fri, Mar 9; 3:30 p.m. 

Tremont Sat, Apr 21; 3 p.m. 

West Farms Tues, Mar 6; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Thurs, Apr 19; 3:30 p.m. 

Epiphany Thurs, Mar 29; 3 p.m. 

Fort Washington Tues, Mar 27; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Thurs, Mar 8; 4 p.m. 

Morningside Heights Thurs, Mar 15; 4 p.m. 

St. Agnes Fri, Apr 20; 3:30 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: West New Brighton Tues, Mar 13; 4 p.m. 

Rosie 

Who was Rosie the Riveter—and what’s a riveter? 

See how one woman survived in a man’s world as 

she traveled across the country to work in factories 

and support the troops during World War II. 


BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Sat, Mar 24; 2 p.m. 


MANHATTAN :: Epiphany Mon, Mar 19; 4 p.m. 


Riverside Tues, Mar 27; 3:30 p.m. 

St. Agnes Thurs, Mar 29; 4 p.m. 

Yorkville Thurs, Mar 22; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Dongan Hills Wed, Mar 21; 4 p.m. 

Huguenot Park Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m. 

PHOTOS BY YOSHIO ITAGAKI 

Shakespeare: The Bard 

Meet William Shakespeare, an eager, young 

playwright, and learn about his life, language, 

and legacy. Presented by the Traveling Lantern 

Theatre Company. For ages 4 and older. 

BRONX :: Baychester Sat, Mar 24; 11 a.m. 

Belmont Mon, Mar 5; 4 p.m. 

Grand Concourse Wed, Mar 28; 4 p.m. 

Mosholu Tues, Mar 6; 4 p.m. 

Pelham Bay Fri, Mar 9; 3:30 p.m. 

Soundview Thurs, Mar 22; 3:30 p.m. 

Throg’s Neck Thurs, Mar 29; 4 p.m. 

Van Nest Mon, Mar 26; 3:30 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: 96th Street Thurs, Mar 15; 4 p.m. 

115th Street Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m. 

125th Street Fri, Mar 2; 4 p.m. 

Children’s Center at 42nd Street Sat, Mar 10; 3 p.m. 

Columbus Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m. 

Epiphany Tues, Mar 13; 4 p.m. 


George Bruce Mon, Mar 19; 4 p.m. 


MANHATTAN :: Great Kills Fri, Mar 16; 3:30 p.m. 

Huguenot Park Wed, Mar 7; 4 p.m. 

Richmondtown Wed, Mar 21; 4 p.m. 

Sojourner’s Truth chronicles the life of the former slave who became a famed speaker. 

Sojourner’s Truth 

“Define yourself and live your truth!” are the words of 

Isabella Baumfree (Sojourner Truth), a freed ex-slave 

turned abolitionist, women’s-rights activist, and 

preacher. See how Sojourner overcame tremendous 

obstacles and maintained her dignity and sense of 

self. Presented by Urban Stages. For ages 5 and older. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Sat, Mar 10; 2 p.m. 

Melrose Tues, Mar 13; 4 p.m. 

Morrisania Mon, Mar 19; 3:30 p.m. 

Soundview Fri, Mar 9; 3:30 p.m. 

Wakefield Fri, Mar 16; 4 p.m. 

West Farms Tues, Mar 27; 4 p.m. 

Woodstock Wed, Mar 21; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: 115th Street Mon, Mar 5; 4 p.m. 

Aguilar Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Thurs, Mar 29; 4 p.m. 

Schomberg Sat, Apr 7; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Dongan Hills Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m. 

New Dorp Thurs, Mar 8; 4 p.m. 

Port Richmond Tues, Mar 20; 3:30 p.m. 

South Beach Wed, Mar 7; 4 p.m. 

St. George Library Center Thurs, Mar 22; 4 p.m. 

Tottenville Mon, Mar 26; 4 p.m. 

Sounds Like Science 

Explore the science of sound by seeing how it’s 

made and how we hear it. Find out how to make 

a dinosaur roar with simple materials and create 

a funky disco show with magnets and your skull! 

Presented by Mad Science of Westchester and 

Manhattan. For ages 5 and older. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Sat, May 5; 2 p.m. 

City Island Mon, May 28; 4 p.m. 

Edenwald Wed, May 16; 4 p.m. 

Hunt’s Point Tues, May 15; 4:30 p.m. 

Throg’s Neck Wed, May 2; 3 p.m. 

Van Cortland Wed, May 30; 3:30 p.m. 

Wakefield Fri, May 25; 4 p.m. 

Woodstock Wed, May 23; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Thurs, May 10; 3:30 p.m. 

Bloomingdale Mon, May 7; 4 p.m. 

Columbus Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 


Fort Washington Tues, May 22; 4 p.m. 

George Bruce Mon, May 21; 4 p.m. 

Hamilton Fish Park Thurs, May 3; 4 p.m. 

Harlem Thurs, May 24; 4 p.m. 

Jefferson Market Tues, May 8; 3:30 p.m. 

Webster Thurs, May 17; 4 p.m. 

Spooky Stories of New York State 

Mary Shelley set her classic tale of horror, 

Frankenstein, in Switzerland, Scotland, and the 

Arctic. Find out what monsters, ghosts, and 

ghoulish tales lurk closer to home in Robin Bady’s 

haunted tales of New York State. For ages 5 and older. 

BRONX :: Baychester Sat, May 12; 11 a.m. 

Belmont Thurs, May 3; 4 p.m. 

Castle Hill Tues, Mar 7; 4 p.m. 

City Island Mon, May 21; 4 p.m. 

Clason’s Point Thurs, May 10; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Children’s Center at 42nd Street 

Sat, Mar 3; 3 p.m. 



Inwood Mon, Mar 12; 3:30 p.m. 

Morningside Heights Fri, Mar 23; 4 p.m. 

Roosevelt Island Mon, Apr 23; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Dongan Hills Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 

West New Brighton Tues, May 8; 4 p.m. 

Support for Shelley’s Ghost: The Afterlife of a Poet has been 

generously provided by the Aronson and Pforzheimer Families. 

Support for The New York Public Library’s Exhibitions Program has 

been provided by Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, 

Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos Exhibitions Fund, and 

Jonathan Altman.




More Programs for Children 

Educational and cultural events and programs, including 

stories, music, art, and science 

Stories and Songs of Latin America 

Felix Pitre brings the culture of Latin America to 

life. Performed in English interwoven with Spanish 

words and phrases. For ages 4 and older. 

MANHATTAN :: Webster Thurs, Apr 19; 4 p.m. 


West New Brighton Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

Stories, Songs, and Activities that 

Celebrate Our Earth 

Celebrate Earth Day with stories presented 

by Regina Ress. For ages 5 and older. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Sat, Apr 21; 2 p.m. 

Eastchester Mon, Apr 9; 3:30 p.m. 


Hunt’s Point Tues, Apr 10; 4:30 p.m. 

Melrose Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Thurs, Apr 12; 3:30 p.m. 

Bloomingdale Mon, Apr 16; 4 p.m. 

Columbus Wed, Apr 11; 4 p.m. 

Hamilton Fish Park Thurs, Apr 19; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: South Beach Fri, Apr 20; 4 p.m. 

The Sword in the Stone 

This play tells the story of how a boy named 

Wort grows up to become King Arthur. Watch 

as Wort, with guidance from the sorcerer Merlin, 

discovers he’s the only person in the kingdom 

who can pull a legendary sword out of its massive 

stone pedestal. Presented by the Traveling Lantern 

Theatre Company. For ages 4 and older. 

BRONX :: Allerton Tues, Apr 3; 3:30 p.m. 

Baychester Sat, May 19; 11 am 

Belmont Mon, Apr 2; 4 p.m. 

Bronx Library Center Sat, May 12; 2 p.m. 

Clason’s Point Thurs, May 17; 3:30 p.m. 

Grand Concourse Wed, May 2; 4 p.m. 

Morrisania Mon, May 14; 3:30 p.m. 

Parkchester Tues, May 8; 3:30 p.m. 

Sedgwick Wed, Apr 4; 3:45 p.m. 

Soundview Wed, Apr 25; 4 p.m. 

Spuyten Duyvil Fri, May 18; 3:30 p.m. 

Van Cortlandt Wed, May 16; 3:30 p.m. 

Van Nest Mon, Apr 16; 3:30 p.m. 

West Farms Tues, May 29; 4 p.m. 

Westchester Square Thurs, May 10; 3:30 p.m. 

Woodlawn Heights Thurs, Apr 12; 4 p.m. 

Woodstock Mon, Apr 9; 4 p.m. 


Inwood Fri, May 11; 4 p.m. 

Morningside Heights Fri, Apr 13; 3:30 p.m. 


Great Kills Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

Huguenot Park Tues, Apr 10; 2:30 p.m. 

New Dorp Thurs, Apr 19; 4 p.m. 

Richmondtown Wed, Apr 18; 4 p.m. 

South Beach Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 

St. George Library Center Sat, May 5; 2 p.m. 

Tottenville Mon, May 7; 4 p.m. 

West New Brighton Tues, May 15; 3:30 p.m. 

Up & Up: The Story of Dr. Mae Jemison 

In 1992, Mae Jemison became the first African 

American woman to travel into space. See how 

this modern hero—she’s a doctor, too—soared to 

become such an accomplished person. Presented 

by Urban Stages. For ages 6 and older. 

BRONX :: Allerton Tues, Mar 20; 3:30 p.m. 

Castle Hill Wed, Mar 21; 4 p.m. 

City Island Mon, Mar 5; 4 p.m. 

Eastchester Mon, Mar 26; 3:30 p.m. 

Edenwald Wed, Mar 28; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: 115th Street Mon, Mar 19; 4 p.m. 

George Bruce Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m. 


Harlem Thurs, Mar 22; 4 p.m. 

Jefferson Market Tues, Mar 6; 3:30 p.m. 

Kips Bay Tues, Mar 27; 4 p.m. 

Muhlenberg Wed, Mar 7; 4 p.m. 

Ottendorfer Tues, Mar 13; 4 p.m. 

Terence Cardinal Cooke–Cathedral 

Thurs, Mar 8; 9:15 a.m. 

Webster Thurs, Mar 29; 4 p.m. 

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 Caribbean. Venga y disfrute—come 

and enjoy these great stories of mystery, magic, and a 

little bit of foolishness. For ages 5 and older. 

MANHATTAN :: Children’s Center at 42nd Street 

Sat, May 12; 3 p.m. 



Inwood Thurs, May 3; 4 p.m. 

Morningside Heights Thurs, May 10; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Dongan Hills Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 

Port Richmond Tues, May 1; 3:30 p.m. 

Richmondtown Wed, May 2; 4 p.m. 

Who Are You? Picturing People 

Explore how artists give us clues about the people 

whose portraits they paint, then create your own 

portrait. Presented by the Museum of Modern Art. 

For ages 4 and older. 

BRONX :: Belmont Thurs, Apr 19; 4 p.m. 


Eastchester Mon, Apr 16; 3:30 p.m. 

Francis Martin Thurs, May 24; 4 p.m. 


Morris Park Wed, Mar 21; 3:30 p.m. 

Sedgwick Wed, Apr 18; 3:45 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Bloomingdale Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m. 

Columbus Wed, Mar 28; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Mon, Apr 30; 4 p.m. 

Riverside Fri, Apr 13; 3:30 p.m. 

PHOTO BY JONATHAN BLANC 

PHOTO BY TERRENCE JENNINGS 

Acting and Animals 

Preschoolers learn about the world of animals, 

including Rocky Mountain bears, African lions, 

Australian kangaroos, and more. Get ready to 

growl, roar, and hop! Presented by the Children’s 

Museum of Manhattan. For ages 3 to 6. Limited 

to 25 participants. 

MANHATTAN :: Mulberry Street Mon, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16. 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21; 4 p.m. 

Global Partners Junior 

This online student-exchange program connects 

New York City children with youth from other 

countries to foster global awareness and build 

practical technology skills. For ages 9 to 12. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Wed, Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 4 p.m. 

Grand Concourse Fri, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; 3 p.m. 

Mott Haven Thurs, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 29, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 4 p.m. 

Gross Biology 

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan presents a 

series of workshops that introduce children to the 

major systems of the body. For ages 6 to 12. Limited 

to 25 participants. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Wed, Mar 7, 14, 

21, 28; Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23; 4 p.m. 

Mad Science at NYPL 

MadScience of Westchester and Manhattan leads 

hands-on workshops that allow children to explore 

a variety of scientific topics. For ages 5 to 12. 

BRONX :: Belmont Wed, Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 4 p.m. 

Bronx Library Center Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 4 p.m. 

Clason’s Point Fri, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; 3 p.m. 

Mott Haven Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 4 p.m. 

Tremont Thurs, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 4:30 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 4 p.m. 

Countee Cullen Sat, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; 2 p.m. 

Seward Park Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 22, 29; 4 p.m. 

Scavenger Hunt 

Follow clues to find things in the Children’s Room. 

MANHATTAN :: George Bruce Tues, Mar 20; Apr 17; 

May 15; 4 p.m. 

Hamilton Fish Park Tues, Mar 6; Apr 3; May 1; 4 p.m. 

Seussology 

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan presents a 

series of workshops, each of which focuses on one 

of the great Dr. Seuss’s books and explores the 

wonders of imagination, language, and creativity. 

For ages 4 to 10. Limited to 25 participants. 

MANHATTAN :: 67th Street Mon Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16. 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21; 4 p.m. 

Sing Me a Story, Read Me a Song 

Emily Ellison introduces readers to the great world 

of music and sound. For ages 2 to 6 with parents/ 

caregivers. 

MANHATTAN :: Seward Park Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 11 a.m. 

Sing Stories with Lou Gallo 

Children sing songs, listen to stories, and play a 

variety of rhythm instruments in this lively music 

and movement program. For ages 3 to 6 with 

parents/caregivers. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Fri, Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; May 4, 11, 18, 25; 11 a.m. 

Space Oddities 

The Children’s Museum of Manhattan conducts a 

series of workshops that allow children to investigate 

the universe through geology and astronomy. For 

ages 6 to 12. Limited to 25 participants. 

MANHATTAN :: Columbus Mon, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21; 4 p.m. 

Stories to Play With 

Stories presented by award-winning storyteller 

LuAnn Adams for ages 3 to 6 with parents/ 

caregivers. 

MANHATTAN :: Morningside Heights Sat, Mar 3, 10, 17, 

24, 31; Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; 11 a.m. 

Tales for the Teeny Tiny 

Presented by Getchie Argetsinger for ages 3 to 6 

with parents/caregivers. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Sat, Mar 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 

Apr 7, 14, 21, 28; May 5, 12, 19, 26; 11 a.m. 

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

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 10:30 a.m. 

MANHATTAN :: 115th Street Thurs, Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 11:30 a.m. 

Tween Time 

Enjoy a different activity every week: books, arts 

and crafts, games, and more. For ages 10 to 13. 

BRONX :: Throg’s Neck Thurs, Mar 8, 15, 22; Apr 5, 19; 

May 3, 10, 17, 31; 3 p.m. 

Write Now! 

Lois Stavsky leads this workshop for poem and story 

writing and drawing. Share your ideas with others, 

launch and contribute to a newsletter, and see your 

work on exhibit at the library. For ages 5 to 12. 

MANHATTAN :: Hamilton Fish Park Mon, Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; May 7, 14, 21; 4 p.m.



Directory of Libraries www.nypl.org 

BRONX 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 

Lunes Martes Miercoles Jueves Viernes Sabado Domingo 

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 Enrico 

Fermi Cultural Center 

610 East 186th Street 718-933-6410 10–6 10–6 12–8 12–8 10–5 10–5 closed 

Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Sunday 

Lunes Martes Miercoles Jueves Viernes Sabado Domingo 

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 11–6 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 

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

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

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

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

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

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

Inwood 4790 Broadway 212-942-2445 11–7 11–6 11–7 11–6 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 

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

Kips Bay 446 Third Avenue 212-683-2520 11–6 12–7 11–6 12–7 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 Blvd. 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 University Avenue 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 

Macomb’s Bridge 

Mid-Manhattan Library 

2650 Adam Clayton Powell, Jr. 

Boulevard 

455 Fifth Avenue 

(at 40th Street) 

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

212-340-0863 8–11 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 10–6 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 


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 


212-491-2200 closed 12–8 12–8 12–8 10–6 10–6 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 

MANHATTAN 

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



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 11–6 11–7 11–6 11–7 10–5 10–5 closed 

Andrew Heiskell Braille 

and Talking Book Library 

40 West 20th Street 212-206-5400 10–5 12–7 10–5 12–7 10–5 10–5 closed 

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 Buidling 

Fifth Avenue & 42nd Street 212-621-0208 10–6 10–7:30 10–7:30 10–6 10–6 10–6 1–5 

*Library hours are subject to change; visit www.nypl.org/locations or call to confirm. 

Science, Industry and 

Business Library 

188 Madison Avenue 


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 212-877-4380 11–6 11–7 11–6 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 closed closed closed closed closed closed closed 

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 12–7 10–6 12–7 10–6 10–5 10–5 closed 

STATEN ISLAND 

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 8–8 8–8 8–8 8–8 10–5 10–5 closed 

Stapleton • 132 Canal Street 718-727-0427 closed closed closed closed closed closed closed 

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 

All library locations are handicap accessible unless otherwise noted 

Partially accessible Non-accessible • Closed for renovations

New York 

Public 

Library 

Up 

The 

Roar 

FREE PROGRAMS AND ACTIVITIES FOR TEENS 

Teen Art 

at NYPL 

Cory Levy, 17 

SEE PAGE U5 

March–May 2012

U2 : The New York Public Library UpRoar 

U3 : Free Programs March–May 2012 

Teen Happenings 

www.nypl.org 

Arts & Crafts* 

Computers & Technology 

Games & Chess 

Bust out your inner maker. Use beads, markers, paper, and more to 

create your own unique items. Bring your creativity and find inspiration 

in the Library’s Collections. 

BRONX 

Need extra computer time? Want to explore new games or videos? 

Learn about NYPL’s electronic services and have fun online. 

BRONX 

Play Scrabble, Monopoly, Jenga, chess, other board games, and 

cards for fun. 

BRONX 

Parkchester Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 26; Apr 2, 30 

MANHATTAN 

Countee Cullen Thursdays 3 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

STATEN ISLAND 

Hunt’s Point Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7; Apr 4; May 2 

Pelham Bay Tuesdays 4:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Tremont Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

City Island Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 


Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Francis Martin Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 9, 23; Apr 6, 20 

Dongan Hills Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 19; Apr 16, 30 

Great Kills Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 22; May 24 

St. George Library Center Mondays 3 p.m. Mar 26; Apr 23 

Book Discussion 

Check out what your librarians recommend and talk to your friends 

about their favorite stories and characters. 

MANHATTAN 

Countee Cullen Mondays 4 p.m. May 7, 14, 21 

Wednesdays 5 p.m. Mar 28; Apr 25; May 30 

STATEN ISLAND 

South Beach Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 21; May 23 

St. George Library Center Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6; May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Todt Hill–Westerleigh Thursday 3:30 p.m. Mar 8 

West Farms Tuesdays 3:45 p.m. Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Thursdays 3:45 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

MANHATTAN 

115th Street Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26 

Battery Park City Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Countee Cullen Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

George Bruce Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 20; Apr 17; May 15 

STATEN ISLAND 

Dongan Hills Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

New Dorp Wednesdays 2:30 p.m. Mar 7; Apr 4; May 9 

South Beach Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 22; Apr 26; May 17 

Todt Hill–Westerleigh Thursday 3:30 p.m. Mar 1 

Sedgwick Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 9, 16, 23; Apr 13, 20, 27; 

May 11, 18, 25 

Soundview Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Tremont Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

West Farms Mondays 3:45 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

STATEN ISLAND 

South Beach Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Film 

Come see what’s playing at the Library. Watch a film, then discover 

other movies and materials to take home. 

MANHATTAN 

Columbus Thursdays 3 p.m. Mar 15; Apr 19; May 17 

STATEN ISLAND 

Dongan Hills Wednesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 7; Apr 11, 25; May 9, 23 

Thursday 4:45 p.m. Mar 22 

Gaming 

Got the gaming moves? Show off your skills with the controller and 

challenge your friends to a game in the Library. 

BRONX 

Castle Hill Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 8; Apr 12; May 10, 24 

Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 23; Apr 27 

City Island Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Clason’s Point Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Could You Survive in a Teen Dystopia? 

An Interactive Game Show 

MANHATTAN :: Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, 

Margaret Liebman Berger Forum Wed, Mar 28; 6 p.m. 

Do you feel a special kinship with Katniss? Are chocolate and 

coffee banned substances in your world? Would you sell your youth 

to save your life? Find out how well you’d fare in a post-apocalyptic 

world by playing an original game show that’s inspired by some 

of the hottest titles in teen literature, from The Hunger Games to 

The Zombie Survival Guide. 

NYC TEEN AUTHOR FESTIVAL 2012 

March 28–April 1 

Get ready for this year’s extravaganza of readings, signings, 

and more—including a TeenLIVE at the NYPL event on March 28 

(see opposite page). Connect with your favorite authors and check 

out what’s happening in the world of teen lit. For a full schedule of 

events, go to www.nypl.org/teens. 

PHOTO BY BEOWULF SHEEHAN 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23 


Apr 4, 11, 18, 25 

Francis Martin Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 14, 28; Apr 11, 25 

Hunt’s Point Saturdays 1 p.m. Mar 3, Apr 7; May 5 

Kingsbridge Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

TeenLIVE reaches teens culturally, artistically, inspirationally, 

technologically, and beyond with the biggest, best, and brightest 

stars. The programs shine a spotlight on 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. 

Unless otherwise noted, all activites are for ages 12 to 18. 

*All materials will be provided.



Teen Happenings 

www.nypl.org 

Melrose Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14; Apr 4, 11; 

May 2, 9, 16 

Morris Park Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 16, 30; Apr 13, 27; 

May 11, 25 

Morrisania Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Pelham Bay Mondays 4:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Sedgwick Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22; Apr 5, 12, 19; 

May 3, 10, 17 

Soundview Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Tremont Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Van Nest Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Woodstock Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

MANHATTAN 

Battery Park City Fridays 4:30 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Bloomingdale Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Chatham Square Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23; 

May 7, 21 

Columbus Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Countee Cullen Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

George Bruce Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 12; Apr 9; May 14 

Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 27; Apr 3, 10, 24; 

May 1, 8, 22, 29 

Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

STATEN ISLAND 

Dongan Hills Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 12, 26; Apr 9, 23; 

May 7, 21 

Great Kills Friday 3:30 p.m. Apr 13 

St. George Library Center Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Random Club 

Gather with other teens to plan fun activities, from arts and crafts to 

book discussions. 

BRONX 

Tremont Mondays 4 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Small Talk About BIG Issues 

What’s on your mind? What’s happening in your world? Come join in 

the discussion at your library. 

BRONX 

Morris Park Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Teen Advisory Group 

What’s your fave book, song, magazine, or movie? What’s on 

your mind? Let us know and help make the Library the place you 

want to be. Earn community service credit for school! 

Teen Cafe/Teen Lounge 

Come hang out with your friends in a cool, casual environment. 

Bring your snacks and homework, check out a laptop, and browse 

the Internet. 

BRONX 

Castle Hill Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. Mar 14; Apr 11; May 16 

City Island Fridays 3:15 p.m. Mar 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18, 25 

Melrose Fridays 2:30 p.m. Mar 9, 23, 30; Apr 13, 27 

Morris Park Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Sedgwick Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Van Nest Tuesdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Woodstock Thursdays 3:30 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

MANHATTAN 

St. Agnes Thursday 4:30 p.m. Mar 1 

STATEN ISLAND 

Great Kills Mondays 3:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19, 26; 

Apr 2, 9, 16, 23, 30; 

May 7, 14, 21 

New Dorp Mondays 2:30 p.m. Mar 5, 12, 19; Apr 2, 16, 23; 

May 7, 14, 21 

Wednesdays 2:30 p.m. Mar 21; Apr 18; May 23 

INTRODUCING...SCI LAB @ NYPL 

This new hands-on program for teens explores how science, 

technology, engineering, and math play a key role in shaping 

the world beyond the classroom. 

Hackasaurus: Make the Web Your Own! 

Look at the language of websites, learn how to remix HTML tags, 

make web pages, and build a better website. 

BRONX :: Grand Concourse Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Tues, Mar 6; 4 p.m. 

Hamilton Grange Fri, Mar 9; 3:30 p.m. 

Teen Central at Grand Central Tues, Apr 17; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: New Dorp Wed, Mar 7; 3:30 p.m. 

LAMPlatoon: Ads on Notice! 

Wondering what else that commercial is saying? Learn how to 

deconstruct the subtle and not-so-subtle messages in everyday ads. 

BRONX :: Throg’s Neck Tues, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Hamilton Grange Tues, Apr 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8, 15; 4 p.m. 

Teen Central at Grand Central Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; Apr 3, 10; 4 p.m. 

BRONX 

Kingsbridge Fridays 4 p.m. Mar 2, 16, 23, 30; 

Apr 6, 13, 20, 27; 

May 4, 11, 18 

Pelham Bay Wednesdays 4:30 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

Sedgwick Fridays 3:30 p.m. Mar 2; Apr 6; May 4 

Tremont Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

West Farms Wednesdays 4 p.m. Mar 7, 14, 21, 28; 

Apr 4, 11, 17, 24; 

May 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 

MANHATTAN 

Battery Park City Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24 

Bloomingdale Tuesdays 4 p.m. Mar 6, 13, 20, 27; 

Apr 3, 10, 17, 24; 

May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 

Countee Cullen Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

Seward Park Thursdays 4 p.m. Mar 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 

Apr 5, 12, 19, 26; 

May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 

STATEN ISLAND 

South Beach Fridays 3 p.m. Mar 23; Apr 27; May 25 

ON THE COVER 

The cover of this issue of 

UpRoar features original 

artwork by Cory Levy. The 

17-year-old Brooklyn student 

spends many of his afternoons 

at Teen Central at Grand Central 

on East 46th Street. Cory and 

other students—including a 

group from the nearby High 

School of Art & Design—gather 

to talk, relax, do homework, and 

create art. An exhibition of teens’ drawings, paintings, collages, 

and more, organized by librarian Rodger Taylor in collaboration 

with the High School of Art & Design, opens at Grand Central on 

April 30 and runs through the end of June. Come check it out! 

Math Gaming: Chess and Tangrams 

Explore how patterns help your chess game and find out how you 

can create art with hidden shapes. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Thurs, Apr 12, 26; 4 p.m. 

City Island Thurs, May 3, 17; 3:30 p.m. 

Grand Concourse Thurs, Apr 5, 19; 4 p.m. 

Parkchester Fri, May 4, 18; 3:30 p.m. 

Pelham Bay Mon, Mar 12, 26; 4:30 p.m. 

Throg’s Neck Tues, May 1, 15; 4 p.m. 

West Farms Tues, May 8, 22; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Bloomingdale Wed, Mar 14, 21; 4 p.m. 

Columbus Mon, May 7, 14; 4 p.m. 

Countee Cullen Tues, Apr 10, 17; 4 p.m. 

Hamilton Grange Wed, May 16, 23; 4 p.m. 

Inwood Tues, May 15, 29; 3:30 p.m. 

Mulberry Street Tues, Apr 24; May 15; 4 p.m. 

Muhlenberg Tues, May 1, 8; 4 p.m. 

Tompkins Square Thurs, Apr 19, 26; 3 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Great Kills Fri, Apr 6, 20; 3:30 p.m. 

New Brighton Thurs, Mar 15, 29; 4 p.m. 

New Dorp Mon, Apr 16, 23; 2:30 p.m. 

St. George Library Center Tues, Apr 10, 24; 3:30 p.m. 

SCRATCH: Get Your Game On! 

Think you’ve got what it takes to build a video game? Test your skills in 

game building and design. Make a world, then have your friends test it. 

MANHATTAN :: Bloomingdale Tues, Mar 13, 20, 27; 4 p.m. 

Teen Central at Grand Central Tues, Apr 24; May 8, 15; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: St. George Library Center Thurs, Apr 5, 12, 19; 3:30 p.m. 

All materials for these workshops are provided. 

Unless otherwise noted, all activites are for ages 12 to 18.



Be There: Special Programs for Teens 

www.nypl.org 

Beautiful Bling Take inspiration from historic accessories to 

create a one-of-a-kind fashion statement. See Make Jewelry with 

Jennifer Jacobs. 

Blockbuster Books* 

Make it a blockbuster spring with the Library! 

Create a book trailer using music and more. Write 

a script, shoot the film, and edit it all together. 

BRONX :: Baychester Tues, May 1, 8, 15, 22, 29; 4 p.m. 

Break! 

See Rokafella and QuikStep share their breakdancing 

skills, then learn how to move and pop 

your body! 

BRONX :: Hunt’s Point Tues, Apr 10, 17, 24; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Webster Wed, Apr 4; 4 p.m. 

College and Career Fair 

Learn about the college-admissions process, 

resumes, job interviews, and more. Check out 

a free Kaplan SAT class and meet representatives 

from local colleges; get interviewing tips from 

communications expert Stephanie Hunt; and 

talk to professionals in such fields as publishing 

and the performing arts. 

MANHATTAN :: Bloomingdale Tues, Apr 17; 3:30 p.m. 

College 101 with Kaplan 

Learn the basics of getting the top test scores, 

getting into college, and getting the cash to pay 

for it. This workshop, led by staff from Kaplan, 

also includes tips on writing personal statements. 

MANHATTAN :: Mulberry Street Wed, May 2; 4 p.m. 

A Day with Clay* 

Spend a day grooving and sculpting your very 

own clay creations! 

BRONX :: Eastchester Mon, Apr 9; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Yorkville Mon, Apr 30; 3:30 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Port Richmond Mon, May 18; 3:30 p.m. 

Richmondtown Mon, Mar 19; 4 p.m. 

F–2–F: Say It Smart 

“LOL” doesn’t work as well in real-life situations 

as it does online. Learn everything you need 

to succeed socially, from handshakes and body 

language to personal appearance. Don’t hide 

your avatar—become it! 

BRONX :: Belmont Thurs, Apr 19; 5 p.m. 

Bronx Library Center Tues, Apr 3; 3:30 p.m. 

Fierce and Fabulous Fashion* 

West African traditions meet New York styles in 

this fun fashion workshop. Vickie Freemont 

provides the tools you need to create your own 

T-shirt, bag, or bracelet. 

BRONX :: Riverdale Thurs, Mar 15, 29; 4 p.m. 

Financial Aid 101 

A Kaplan representative covers the basics of financial 

aid, including the different types of awards and how 

to apply for aid. 

MANHATTAN :: Countee Cullen Mon, Mar 12; 4 p.m. 

Flip-Flop Fabulous* 

Tired of the same old sandals? Decorating diva 

Pamela Isaac demonstrates how to add your 

personal style to everyday shoes. 

BRONX :: Francis Martin Tues, May 29; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Richmondtown Thurs, May 17; 4 p.m. 

Go Green: Found Art Jewelry with 

Pamela Isaac* 

Recycle old favorites into new pieces! Create a 

bracelet, necklace, or other accessory out of everyday 

objects. 

MANHATTAN :: Mulberry Street Wed, Mar 14; 4 p.m. 

Healthy Relationships: What’s Love Got 

to Do with It? 

Thinking about dating? Have you already connected 

with that special someone? Bring your questions 

to relationship expert Mara Gottlieb. She’ll answer 

questions about first dates, first love, and everything 

in between. 

MANHATTAN :: Hamilton Fish Park Thurs, May 17; 3 p.m. 

Interviewing for Success 

You’re in the door...now what? Learn how to handle 

yourself in different types of job interviews. Get the 

skills you need—from how to prepare for all types 

of questions to how to close the deal—to succeed. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Tues, Apr 17; 3:30 p.m. 

Learn to Dance with the Annabella 

Gonzalez Dance Theater 

Join performers from the Annabella Gonzalez 

Dance Theater as they demonstrate a variety of 

contemporary dance steps with Latin flair. Let the 

music and rhythm inspire you to move! 

BRONX :: Edenwald Mon, Apr 23; 3:30 p.m. 

Learn to Knit* 

Drop 1, purl 2! Make a hat, scarf, pot holder, and 

more. Spin a yarn with your friends while you create. 

BRONX :: Baychester Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20; 4 p.m. 

Make African Head Wraps with the House 

of Tafari Collection* 

Do your hair up right! Style maven Imani shows 

you how to use gorgeous fabrics and African styles 

to highlight your hair. 

MANHATTAN :: Schomburg Center for Research in Black 

Culture Sat, Mar 3; 4 p.m. 

Make Jewelry with Jennifer Jacobs* 

Make something with that extra sparkle! Use 

marbles and wire to make hip and funky bracelets, 

necklaces, and more. Jennifer’s work has been 

featured at Barneys New York, so you know it’s 

fashion forward! 

BRONX :: Pelham Bay Mon, Apr 9; 4:30 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Chatham Square Mon, Apr 2; 3:30 p.m. 

Manga Drawing Workshop with 

Misako Rocks* 

Learn all about the art of Japanese comics from 

manga mistress Misako Rocks. Sketch the basic 

faces, bodies, and scenes to create a comic of your 

very own. 

MANHATTAN :: Fort Washington Wed, Mar 14, 21, 28; 

4 p.m. 

Mirror Images* 

Design and decorate your own handheld mirror. Add 

the things that will make you shine even brighter. 

MANHATTAN :: Macomb’s Bridge Wed, Mar 21; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: South Beach Wed, Apr 4; 4 p.m. 

MOMA @ the Library* 

Learn about the creative process behind some of the 

famous pieces in the museum’s collection, then use 

your imagination and produce a new work of art. 

BRONX :: Francis Martin Tues, Mar 6, 13, 20; 4 p.m. 

Morris Park Tues, May 8, 15, 22; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Columbus Thurs, Apr 12, 19, 26; 4 p.m. 

Jefferson Market Thurs, May 10, 17, 24; 4 p.m. 

On the Plate! 

Join cooking wizard Jailin Acevedo as she guides you 

through baking, chopping, and grilling in the quest 

for delicious treats. Before you chow down, check out 

NYPL’s Menu Collection and see what people were 

eating 100 years ago! 

BRONX :: Castle Hill Thurs, May 3; 4 p.m. 

Melrose Thurs, May 17; 4 p.m. 

Van Cortlandt Fri, Mar 16; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Battery Park City Thurs, May 10; 4 p.m. 

George Bruce Tues, Apr 10; 4 p.m. 

Harlem Fri, May 18; 3:30 p.m. 

Ottendorfer Wed, Apr 18; 4 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Great Kills Tues, May 8; 3:30 p.m. 

Presenting: You! 

What does your appearance say about you? Find 

out how to make a good first impression and keep 

yourself on top. 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Tues, Apr 10; 3:30 p.m. 

IN THE FOOTSTEPS OF FRANKENSTEIN 

SAVE THE DATE! 

SAT Practice Test 

Get the SAT experience by taking part in a proctored 

practice test with a Kaplan representative. See where 

your scores are high and where you need use a boost. 

MANHATTAN :: Countee Cullen Mon, Mar 5; 4 p.m. 

SAT Test Secrets 

Test smarter! In this one-hour session, a Kaplan 

representative shares test-taking strategies and 

reviews the format of today’s standardized tests. 

Get a study plan for success! 

MANHATTAN :: Mulberry Street Wed, Apr 11; 4 p.m. 

Spa-aahhh Time* 

Need a day to pamper yourself? Want to make a gift 

for a special someone? Learn how to make your own 

bath salts, lip balms, shower scrubs, and more in this 

scent-ual workshop. 

BRONX :: Clason’s Point Tues, Apr 17; 3:30 p.m. 

Mosholu Tues, Apr 24; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Fort Washington Wed, May 9; 4 p.m. 

Mary Shelley was only 19 when she wrote 

Frankenstein, one of the greatest horror 

stories of all time. Find out more about the 

author and her poet-husband, Percy Bysshe 

Shelley, by visiting NYPL’s new exhibition, 

Shelley’s Ghost: The Afterlife of a Poet, which 

runs through June 24 at the Stephen A. 

Schwarzman Building (see nypl. org/shelley). 

For more ways to explore monsters and other 

creatures, check out these writing, art, and 

theater programs, then produce your own 

teen masterpiece. 

Going Goth 

Discover the dark side of romance with author and poet Nina Malkin. 

Explore the Romantic poetry of Percy Bysshe Shelley and the Gothic horror 

of Mary Shelley, then write your own poetry and short stories inspired by 

monsters, moonlight, and more! 

BRONX :: Bronx Library Center Sat, Mar 10, 17, 24, 31; 4 p.m. 

Mott Haven Wed, Mar 7; 4 p.m. 

Support for Shelley’s Ghost: The Afterlife of a Poet has been generously provided by the Aronson and Pforzheimer Families. 

Support for The New York Public Library’s Exhibitions Program has been provided by Celeste Bartos, Sue and Edgar Wachenheim III, 

Mahnaz Ispahani Bartos and Adam Bartos Exhibitions Fund, and Jonathan Altman. 

ANTI-PROM: MONSTER PROM FRI, JUNE 8; 6:30 P.M. 

Water Environments 

How do we test water? How can you find out 

what’s in the water you’re drinking? Test some 

water samples and find out what’s really floating 

around in there. 

BRONX :: Mott Haven Mon, Apr 2; 4 p.m. 

Wild @ the Library 

Meet Andrew Simmons and his traveling zoo 

of pythons, alligators, eagles, and more. 

BRONX :: Baychester Tues, Mar 27; 4 p.m. 

Morris Park Tues, Mar 20; 4 p.m. 

Parkchester Fri, Mar 16; 3:30 p.m. 

STATEN ISLAND :: Tottenville Mon, Apr 2; 2:30 p.m. 

World Beat and Percussion 

Discover your own natural rhythm and make music 

with drum diva Dale and her African drums, bongos, 

congas, shakers, and more. 

BRONX :: Edenwald Mon, May 14; 3:30 p.m. 

West Farms Wed, Apr 11; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Schomburg Center for Research in 

Black Culture Sat, May 5; 4 p.m. 

Monster Manga 

Manga master Ivan Velez helps manga fans sketch basic body shapes, 

expressions, and settings for all kinds of creatures, whether they’re inspired 

by Frankenstein, vampires, werewolves, or zombies. 

BRONX :: Parkchester Thurs, May 3, 10, 17; 3:30 p.m. 

Throg’s Neck Thurs, Apr 12, 19, 26; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Hudson Park Tues, Mar 6; 4 p.m. 

Monster-Movie Mash 

No slashers here! Jump back to the early days of film and get a laugh instead 

of a scream. Use classic bad movies to inspire your own horror masterpiece. 

Leave the audience to die—laughing! 

BRONX :: Castle Hill Thurs, Apr 12, 19, 26; May 3, 10, 17, 24; 3:30 p.m. 

Wakefield Thurs, May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31; 4 p.m. 

MANHATTAN :: Hamilton Grange Wed, Apr 4, 11, 18, 25; May 2, 9, 16; 4 p.m. 

Stage Fright with Action Racket Theater Labs 

Create your own theater performance complete with bellowing, growling, 

snarling, and howling—or whatever else the imaginations of Percy and 

Mary Shelley inspire. Learn how to project, step, and direct before taking 

to the stage for your closing bow. 

MANHATTAN :: 125th Street Thurs, May 31; 4 p.m. 

*All materials will be provided.

Roar - New York Public Library

You also want an ePaper? Increase the reach of your titles

Delete template?

Save as template?