11 upcoming · 6 local studios
Harlem has six upcoming storytime sessions spread across five venues, ranging from free library programs to paid workshops. Most offerings target infants and toddlers under five years old, though the NYPL Countee Cullen Branch hosts a free reading and writing workshop on themes of nature and Black life for adults and older teens. Check the full list below to find sessions by age group and venue.
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storytimeFREEMon, Aug 31 · 2:00 PM
NYPL Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library · Harlem
A free storytime screening of "We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story" at the NYPL Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library. This movie Monday event is open to all, with no registration required.
storytimeFREETue, Sep 1 · 10:30 AM
NYPL Countee Cullen Library · Harlem
A free storytime for families at the NYPL Countee Cullen Library. This drop-in session features books, rhymes, and songs for young children and their caregivers, with no registration required.
storytimeFREEThu, Sep 3 · 10:30 AM
NYPL Countee Cullen Library · Harlem
A storytime for little ones at NYPL Countee Cullen Library. This free, in-person session combines movement with stories to engage young children and their caregivers.
storytimeFREETue, Sep 8 · 1:00 PM
NYPL Harlem Library · Harlem
Baby Lapsit Storytime at NYPL Harlem Library is a free, drop-in storytime for the youngest children and their caregivers. This program features simple stories, songs, and rhymes designed for babies to enjoy together with an adult.
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FREEWed, Sep 9 · 7:15 PM
Play Area · Harlem
The story of the famous musician Michael Jackson, known as the King of Pop. This free storytime takes place at the Play Area, part of NYC Parks, and is open to all ages.
storytimeFREEThu, Sep 10 · 11:30 AM
NYPL Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library · Harlem
A free storytime at the NYPL Harry Belafonte 115th Street Library, this family session shares stories, songs, and rhymes for young children and their caregivers. Drop in for the program, which is open to all ages.
storytimeFREEThu, Sep 10 · 4:00 PM
NYPL Harlem Library · Harlem
A weekly storytime book club at NYPL Harlem Library, where kids gather to discuss a selected title. This free program is open to young readers, offering a guided conversation about the book's themes and characters in an indoor, library setting.
storytimeFREEFri, Sep 11 · 10:30 AM
NYPL Harlem Library · Harlem
A free storytime at NYPL Harlem Library for little ones, blending books with movement to get kids wiggling and engaging with the stories.
FREEWed, Sep 16 · 11:00 AM
QPL Langston Hughes Branch · Harlem
Join us Wednesday mornings as we read sing and play together! This free storytime at QPL Langston Hughes Branch is for ages 0 months to 5 years.
FREEFri, Sep 18 · 11:15 AM
QPL Kew Gardens Hills Branch · Harlem
Children with limited verbal abilities and reasoning skills are invited to join us as we read stories and play musi
FREEWed, Sep 23 · 2:30 PM
QPL Kew Gardens Hills Branch · Harlem
We will be discussing The Swimmers by Julie Otsuka. The book explores a community swimming pool a woman’s advancing
Most storytime sessions in Harlem run for ages infants through 5 years (most sessions are split by age band). Specific age bands are listed on each class page so you can filter by what fits your child.
Prices in Harlem range from almost always free — most sessions are run by NYC public libraries. Free events and drop-in pricing are flagged on each class card.
Most studio-run storytime sessions require advance registration through the studio's booking page. Library and city-park storytime programs are typically drop-in, though some popular sessions release a limited number of tickets in advance.