Classes & Workshops

This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library. Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications.

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn how to create documents, apply good formatting, and to save and share your work using Microsoft Word. *First come, first served.

This program is in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304. Learn the basics of the Italian language, including the alphabet, vocabulary words, phrases, and some basic grammar. This is a series-based program. Participants are encouraged to attend from the beginning of the series. No previous language experience required. Instructional materials will be provided. All programs subject to change or cancellation. Sign up for our e-newsletters to stay up to date…

Join us for the Riverside knitting and crocheting circle every Saturday from 10am to 12pm. Please bring your own materials and get ready to have some crafty good times!

Join The New York Public Library and Roundabout Theatre Company's Artist-in-Residence for twelve sessions of artistic workshops! The workshops will be held in person at St. George Library. Join us for curated artistic workshops designed to spark the creative process. Teaching Artists, Carrie Ellman Larsen and Nick Simone will guide participants to create their own piece of original theatre by telling stories and sharing memories with words, movements, and soundscapes. Through the exploration o…

Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.

This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library. Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications.

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

This event will take place in person at the Soundview Library. Are you curious about chess and want to learn about the game? Whether you know how to play or just starting out, come join us for some board time. Show off your best moves against other chess players while getting some great tips and pointers! For all ages. See you there!

This event will take place in person at Parkchester Library. Join us to learn from famous chess games and Grandmasters like Paul Morphy, Jose Capablanca, and Maurice Ashley. We will also learn about the best chess openings and endgame calculation.

This event will take place online via Zoom. Must register with a valid email address. Learn how to use and navigate the world’s most popular smartphone, the iPhone! You will receive an email 2 hours prior to the start of the class with the link to join the virtual class.

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 2nd Floor, Room 205. Join staff at SNFL for Archiving at Home: Safeguarding Using Archival Methods. Learn about taking care of different types of personal memorabilia while sharing the history of your cherished items. Make sure to leave items you are interested in conserving at home. Bring a photograph of the item and/or a detailed description. Bringing both is ideal! Sign up for our e-newsletter to stay up to da…

Are you looking for a friendly atmosphere to write in, people to bounce ideas off of, or just looking for some feedback? Then this is the place for you! If you like to write and meet people who like writing, bring your creativity and personality to our creative writing meetups. All writers of all styles are welcome to join! This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library

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

This program will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), 3rd Floor, Room 304. Join Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff for our monthly series of eBook classes for beginners. This week's topic is: eBook Apps. Participants will: Learn about how eBooks work at the Library. Review the popular eBook apps that work with your Library Card. Have time to ask questions and work on personal projects. To join the program: Register online to receive a remin…

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Room 303. OMG! Origami at SNFL is a group for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami - an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws. We meet as a group to teach eac…

Join staff fomr the Sedgwick Library for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to STEAM activities! For ages 3 & up.

This event will take place in-person at Riverside Library. Wanna color and get creative? We will meet every Wednesday at 4:15pm. It's not just for kids! Join us and discover the fun and calming benefits of coloring. Color, relax and enjoy! Coloring supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials too.

This program will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), 5th Floor, Room 504. Join Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff for our monthly series of computer classes for beginners. This week's topic is: Using a Mouse. Participants will: Learn about the standard parts of a mouse. Review standard mouse usage. Have time to ask questions and work on personal projects. To join the program: Register online to receive a reminder message 24 hours before th…

This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library. Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications.

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn how to create a slideshow presentation using Microsoft PowerPoint. Topics include creating and editing slides, inserting images, and running your slideshow. *First come, first served.

Join us for the Riverside knitting and crocheting circle every Saturday from 10am to 12pm. Please bring your own materials and get ready to have some crafty good times!

Join The New York Public Library and Roundabout Theatre Company's Artist-in-Residence for twelve sessions of artistic workshops! The workshops will be held in person at St. George Library. Join us for curated artistic workshops designed to spark the creative process. Teaching Artists, Carrie Ellman Larsen and Nick Simone will guide participants to create their own piece of original theatre by telling stories and sharing memories with words, movements, and soundscapes. Through the exploration o…

Get in person help with computers, the internet, expand your knowledge, or get help with a specific task or question. We're here to help! This program will be held in the Computer Lab (3rd Floor). Saturdays at 2pm No Registration Required, 18+.

This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library. Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications.

Richmondtown's Gather & Stitch: Knitting & Crocheting Group Join us for an hour of fun as we knit, stitch, and crochet! Monday, Aug.12 at 12:00PM -Supplies Not Included - No Registration Required -

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

This event will take place in person at the Soundview Library. Are you curious about chess and want to learn about the game? Whether you know how to play or just starting out, come join us for some board time. Show off your best moves against other chess players while getting some great tips and pointers! For all ages. See you there!

Crochet and Knitting Meetup Do you like to crochet or knit? Do you want to meet fellow crafters? Please bring your own supplies. Someone from the NYC Crochet Guild will be able to help you. 2nd and 4th TUESDAY 11AM -1 PM No registration required Open to Adults 18+

Are you looking for a friendly atmosphere to write in, people to bounce ideas off of, or just looking for some feedback? Then this is the place for you! If you like to write and meet people who like writing, bring your creativity and personality to our creative writing meetups. All writers of all styles are welcome to join! This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library

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

This event will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, Room 303. OMG! Origami at SNFL is a group for people to come together and share in the beautiful art of Origami - an ancient art of folding various mediums, most commonly paper. The word comes from the combination of the Japanese verb oru (to fold) and the noun kami (paper). Other materials often folded are fabric, wire mesh, sheet metal, tissue, thin plastic, cardboard, and straws. We meet as a group to teach eac…

* IF YOU HAVE ATTENDED THIS PROGRAM ALREADY AND HAVE STARTED A KIT, YOU DO NOT NEED TO RE-REGISTER FOR EACH SESSION, JUST COME ! * * REGISTRATION IS FOR NEW PARTICIPANTS * Join us for 2 hours of Diamond Painting! Diamond Painting is very similar to a Paint-by-Number, except we use hundreds of small diamonds instead of paint. Diamond painting is a somewhat new hobby that was popularized around 2015. Each space on the canvas is numbered, all you have to do is stick the corresponding piece of rh…

This event will take place at Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), Third Floor, Room 304. 1938 Book Jacket "Der mann, der Shakespeare hiess : roman" NYPL Digital collections image ID 497566 Come join us for an afternoon of live, free-form creative writing at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. No formal writing experience is required - just enthusiasm and curiosity to see where writing takes you. At Free Write Wednesdays, participants are provided with suggested prom…

This event will take place in-person at Riverside Library. Wanna color and get creative? We will meet every Wednesday at 4:15pm. It's not just for kids! Join us and discover the fun and calming benefits of coloring. Color, relax and enjoy! Coloring supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials too.

This program will take place in person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), 5th Floor, Room 504. Join Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library staff for our monthly series of computer classes for beginners. This week's topic is: Using a Keyboard. Participants will: Learn about the standard parts of a keyboard. Review standard keyboard usage. Have time to ask questions and work on personal projects. To join the program: Register online to receive a reminder message 24 hours…

Adult Art Studio Richmondtown Library We welcome you to join us for our Adult Art Studio program! Participants are encouraged to bring their own projects or start anew. You can improve your portfolio by creating a drawing, painting, mixed media collage, or more! Supplies will be provided, but participants are welcomed to bring their own. Drop in, share your art, and meet new people! Open to Adults 18+

This event will take place in person at The Soundview Library. Learn about the various types and components of computers, including basic computer terminology, an overview of operating systems, and popular software applications.

This event will take place in person at the Bronx Library Center. Learn the basics of working with spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Topics include entering data and formulas, moving and copying data, formatting & print previewing worksheets. *First come, first served.

This program is in-person at the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library, 3rd Floor, Room 304. Learn the basics of the Italian language, including the alphabet, vocabulary words, phrases, and some basic grammar. This is a series-based program. Participants are encouraged to attend from the beginning of the series. No previous language experience required. Instructional materials will be provided. All programs subject to change or cancellation. Sign up for our e-newsletters to stay up to date…