What free kids events do NYC libraries have?

NYC's three public library systems — NYPL, Brooklyn Public Library, and Queens Public Library — offer hundreds of free weekly events including storytimes, LEGO clubs, craft workshops, coding classes, chess, homework help, and teen programs across all 5 boroughs.

Do I need to register for library storytimes in NYC?

Most library storytimes are drop-in and don't require registration. Some special programs (like holiday events or limited-capacity workshops) may require RSVP. NYC Kids Week marks which events need registration.

Free Library Events for Kids in NYC This Weekend

Fri · Apr 24

4:00 pm

R.E.A.D. to Eddie with Chatham Square

Chatham Square Library

R.E.A.D. to Eddie with Chatham Square

Game Day

STEAM Hour: The House in the Night

18th Annual ReelAbilities Film Festival: Short Films for Kids!

Play & Create: Presented by Extreme Kids and Crew

Board Games for Kids

Ready, Set, Kindergarten! Reading Club

Playtime

Homework Help

Art Cart

Spring Children’s Self-Directed Saturday Craft

Sensory Friendly Storytime!

Family Storytime

Life Connection: Learn Chinese Mandarin for Beginners

Family Storytime: Stories, Songs and Rhymes for Little Ones

Saturday Morning Story Time

Brainy Babies [Arlington]

Ready Set Kindergarten

Saturday Storytime

Read to a Therapy Dog

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