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Friday, October 16

Library PlaydatemovementFREE

Library Playdate

NYPL 58th Street Library · Midtown East

This event will take place in person at 58th Street Library. Children ages 2-5 and their caregivers visit the library for unstructured play. This is a great time for the librarian to get to know you and your little ones while also developing socialization and early literacy skills.

Ages 2–5

Saturday, October 17

Family StorytimestorytimeFREE

Family Storytime

NYPL 58th Street Library · Midtown East

This event will take place in person at 58th Street Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. There will be books, songs, and dancing that will not only delight the little ones but also foster valuable early literacy skills. Ideal for caregivers with multiple-aged children. Please note: Programs take place on the second floor. There is no elevator available, and stroller parking is VERY limited. Please consider wearing your baby in a carrier.

Up to age 5

Monday, October 19

Baby Storytime (Registration Required)storytimeFREE

Baby Storytime (Registration Required)

NYPL 58th Street Library · Midtown East

This event will take place in person at 58th Street Library. Join the librarian for a rollicking storytime for babies aged 0-18 months and their caregivers. Children who can walk unassisted are asked to attend Toddler Storytime. There will be books, songs, rhymes, and fingerplays that will not only delight the little ones but also foster valuable early literacy skills. It’s a great opportunity for bonding and also meeting other children and caregivers in the community. *Online registration is required* Please note: Programs take place on the second floor. There is no elevator available, and stroller parking is VERY limited. Please consider wearing your baby in a carrier.

Up to age 2
STEAM Time: Model Magic SlimeartFREE

STEAM Time: Model Magic Slime

NYPL 58th Street Library · Midtown East

Do you like to get creative? Join us every week to make something new! We’ll explore different crafts and activities each week. This week we'll make some slime using model magic! First come, first served. No registration required. Ages 5-12.

Ages 5–12Drop-in

Tuesday, October 20

Toddler Storytime (Registration Required)storytimeFREE

Toddler Storytime (Registration Required)

NYPL 58th Street Library · Midtown East

Toddler Storytime at NYPL's 58th Street Library is a registered storytime session for ages 12 months to 3 years. It is free to attend.

Ages 12 mo–3 yr

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