NYPL After School is a free drop-in program for kids ages 6–12 that takes place after regular school hours on Mondays through Thursdays. Join our tutors and Teen Reading Ambassadors for homework help, reading recommendations, fun writing, STEAM, and enrichment activities—and even snacks! No need to register—just show up! Everything is free.
FREEFri, Sep 11 · 3:30 PM
NYPL Bloomingdale Library · Manhattan Valley
Join us in the children's room for video games on the Nintendo Switch. This event will take place in person in the community room at Bloomingdale Library, as space allows. For elementary-aged kids, or children 12 and under who are able to play video games without significant adult help.
movementFREESat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
NYPL Bloomingdale Library · Manhattan Valley
Join us in the children's room for puzzles and different toys each week appropriate for preschool- through elementary-age. We might have board puzzles, floor puzzles, logic puzzles, or even a challenging 50 to 100 piece puzzle (once monthly in the study room)! We'll also get out dramatic play materials or building toys that will vary each week, like costumes, puppets, soft blocks, coloring, or LEGOs. Come on in and see what surprise we have this week from 10am until 2pm in the children's room. This is a drop-in program. No registration required.
theaterFREESat, Sep 12 · 2:00 PM
NYPL Bloomingdale Library · Manhattan Valley
This program will take place in person at Bloomingdale Libary. Youth Theater & Improv Workshop is a friendly, welcoming space open to all kids ages 4 through 13. This hour-long workshop is made up of games that will expose kids to the joy of theater, boost their self-confidence, grow their imaginations, and empower them to take creative risks. Each workshop begins with an introduction game to get creative juices flowing, and to ensure that everyone can make a connection with their peers. After these introductory games come the movement-based improv and storytelling games that allow kids to use their imaginations and connect with one another. Workshop ends with a cool down activity to settle energy and regroup before heading out. Whether a child comes to class with an already-formed passion for theater, or wanders in spontaneously with no theater background, this workshop will encourage their creative expression through play. The class is different every time so repeat visits are encouraged! Workshops happen once or twice a month at branches of the New York Public Library all over the city. It is free to all who are interested.
scienceFREESat, Sep 12 · 2:30 PM
NYPL Bloomingdale Library · Manhattan Valley
In Person Coding with SciXplorers. Learn the basics of coding using the website code.org. Guided instructions using coding languages like HTML, CSS, JavaScript & Python. We will connect coding with science projects in partnership with HYPOTHEkids. No coding experience is required. For ages 7 -14. Registration for 9/12 will open on 8/18. To register for further events, please check online a week before the program. Thank you!
movementFREEFri, Sep 11 · 2:00 PM
Bloomingdale Playground — Play Area · Manhattan Valley
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
movementFREESat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
Bloomingdale Playground — Play Area · Manhattan Valley
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!
FREESat, Sep 12 · 10:00 AM
Little Tree Bilingual Montessori of NYC · Manhattan Valley
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn Festival with Little Tree Bilingual Montessori of NYC at a special FREE Open House. Explore Little Tree’s beautiful Upper West Side campus while enjoying a morning of festive, hands-on activities.
movementFREETue, Sep 15 · 2:00 PM
Bloomingdale Playground — Play Area · Manhattan Valley
Join NYC Parks staff in free activities in NYC's Playground, including organized sports, games, fitness demos, board games, water games, and more!