While the building was closed, and while we are not holding any indoor programs, our staff is busy at work providing live and recorded programs, activities, and booktalks for you to enjoy from your home.
For a current calendar of our live, online programs, please click the link: Online Calendar
Children's Activities and Programs
Dinosaurs!!!
July 13 StorytimeThe Beach!
July 20 StorytimeGardens!
July 27 StorytimeChugga Chugga Choo Choo: Trains!
August 3 StorytimePirates!
August 10 StorytimeBoxes!
September 14 StorytimeApples!
September 21 StorytimeFall!
September 28 StorytimeYour neighborhood!
October 5 StorytimePumpkins!
October 19 StorytimeHalloween!
November 2 StorytimeCats!
November 9 StorytimeCrocodiles!
November 16 StorytimeCookies!
November 23 StorytimeThanksgiving!
November 30 StorytimeNursery Rhymes!
December 7 StorytimeOpposites!
December 14 StorytimeMoon and Stars
January 11 StorytimeWinter
January 25 StorytimeSnowmen!
February 8 StorytimeValentine's Day!
February 22 StorytimeCake!
March 1 StorytimeZoo!
March 8 StorytimeCrayons!
March 15 StorytimeFish!
March 22 StorytimeSpring!
Try out Kevin's physics challenge!
Virtual Treasure HuntTake part in a virtual treasure hunt!
24It's a numbers game: try out 24.
Logic PuzzlesWe have some mind-bending puzzles for you to try.
Spatial PuzzlesUse sticks to make a variety of shapes with these spatial puzzles.
Engineering Challenge (English)Mountain rescue!
Desafío de ingeniería (Español)Rescate demontaña
Mystery Night: Gift's UngivenCan you find the clues to solve the mystery?
Six Sheet Tower (English)How tall a tower can you build with six sheets of paper?
Torre de seishojas (Español)Desafío de ingeniería
Twisted TitlesCan you figure out the names of these mixed up movies?
Two Truths and a LieUse your knowledge and judgment to separate fact from fiction.
Meditative ChallengeWill these questions without answers expand your mind or just confuse you?
Logic ChallengeCups of Two Sizes
Language ChallengeWords of a Feather
Trick QuestionsCan you work your way through these questions that aren't quite what they appear?
Probability PuzzlesCan you figure out what is most likely to happen?
Building BlocksWhat shapes make the best block, and what can you make?
A Mathematical ConundrumImprobable Probability
More Improbable ProbabilityThe game show that broke brains
Strategic ChallengeSprouts: A game you can play anywhere!
Logic PuzzleWhere did that dollar go?
Brain TeaserThe Rocky Mountain Artists Puzzle
Magical ChallengeSort of Equal
Ridiculous RiddlesWhat Am I?
Logic PuzzleThe Trade
Logic PuzzleProper Medication
An Old ParadoxThe Pop Quiz
Math PuzzleWho Needs a Calculator?
Strategy GameBoxes and Dots
Word GamePing Pong
How much do you know about folktales and fairytales?
Soccer Players and Candy (English)By popular demand!
Soccer Players and Candy (Español)Favoritas de los Fanáticos Categorías
Geography (English)Test your knowledge of North, South, East, and West
Geography (Español)Norte, Sur, Este, oeste
House and HomeAll of this week's answers include house or home!
LogosSee if you can identify brands just by their logo!
Tools of the Trade (English)Can you identify what jobs would use these tools?
Herramientas del comercio (Español)Si no trae la herramienta adecuada, ¡buena suerte para hacer eltrabajo!
Websites and Apps (English)How well do you know the most popular apps and websites?
Paginas de web y aplicaciones (Español)Exagerar eltiempo frente a la pantalla no es excelente, ¡pero podría ayudarte a responder estas preguntas de trivia sobre paginas de web y aplicaciones populares!
Animals Aren't Trivial!How much do you know about the animal kingdom?
Trivia is Serial Business (English)Name the children's book series being described in each clue!
Trivialidades es Negocio en Serie (Español)¡Nombra la serie de libros infantiles que se describe en cada pista!
Legendary AthletesName the sport that made each of these athletes legendary!
Flagged for Greatness (English)How well do you know these national symbols?
Marcada por grandeza (Español)¿Conoces estos símbolos nacionales?
The Fight for Equality (English)How well do you know the names of these heroic people who have risked, and sometimes given,theirlives in the fight forracial equality?
La lucha por La Igualdad¿Qué tan bien conoce los nombres de estas personas que han arriesgado, y a veces dado, sus vidas en la lucha porla igualdad racial?
Time After TimeHow well do you know history?
Think You're Smarter Than a Doctor?See how many of these medical terms you can match to their definition.
After the Fall: How Humpty Dumpty Got Back Up Again
July 15Jeremy Draws a Monster
July 22Stuck
July 29The Legend of Rock Paper Scissors
August 5The Good Egg
August 12The Curious Garden
Cutest holiday ever!
April 1: April Fools DayDon't be fooled by these pranks...
April 8: National Zoo Lovers Day (English)Celebrate the zoo at home!
8 de Abril: Dia Nacional De Los Amantes del zoológicos (Español)Como Celebrar El Dia Nacional De Los Amantes del zoológicos.
April 15: National Scrabble DayIt's the perfect day for wordplay.
April 22: National Jelly Bean Day (English)Celebrate this sweet holiday with us.
22 de Abril: día nacional de las gominolas (Español)¿Cómo celebrar el día nacional de las gominolas?
April 28: International Astronomy DayLearn about the universe!
May 6: National Beverage Day (English)Drink something delicious!
6 de Mayo: Día Nacional contra del Bebidas (Español)Disfrute de una bebida deliciosa
May 20: National Be A Millionaire Day (English)Have fun with money!
20 de Mayo: Día Nacional De Sea un Millonario (Español)Datos interesantes sobre el dinero
May 26: National Paper Airplane DayLearn all about paper airplanes!
26 de mayo: el Día Nacional del Avión de PapelLea la historia del avión de papel
June 3: World Bicycle DayInteresting facts about bicycles!
3 de junio: Día Mundial de la bicicletaDatos interesantes sobre las bicicletas
June 11: King Kamehameha DayCelebrate the life of Kamehameha the Great!
11 de junio: Día del rey Kamehameha¡Celebra la vida de Kamehameha el Grande!
June 17: Eat Your Vegetables DayFun facts and activities
17 de junio: Dia de Comer verdurasDatos interesantes sobre las verduras
June 23: National Hydration DayWater is amazing stuff.
23 de Junio: Día Nacional de HidrataciónEl agua es algo asombroso.
July 1: International Joke DayCan we make you laugh?
1 de Julio: Dia internacional de broma July 8: National Video Games DayEnjoy this fun way to spend some time.
8 de julio: Día nacional de videojuegosHoy es un día para disfrutar de esta forma divertida de pasar el tiempo.
July 15: National Hot Dog DayDid you know hot dogs have been to space?
15 de julio: Día nacional de perro Calientes¿Sabía que los perros calientes han estado en el espacio?
July 24: Tell an Old Joke DayEveryone likes a good joke!
24 de julio: Dia de Cuenta una Broma veijo¡A todos les gusta una buena broma!
July 29: International Tiger DayEverything you wanted to know about tigers!
August 5: Work Like a Dog DayWorking dog facts
5 de agosto: Día de Trabajar como perros August 13: Left-Handers DayEverything you wanted to know
13 de agosto: Día de los zurdosThe Natural World
Week 2The Constructed World
Week 3The Political World
Week 4The American World
Week 5The Historic World
Summer!
July 16 StorytimeYum: Berries!
July 23 StorytimeBoats!
July 30 StorytimeLibraries!
August 6 StorytimeMonsters!
November 12 StorytimeMoving & Shaking
January 14 StorytimeSnow!
January 21 StorytimeHibernation!
January 28 StorytimeWinter Clothes!
February 4 StorytimePenguins
February 11 StorytimeValentine's Day
February 18 StorytimeDogs!
February 25 StorytimeSoup!
March 4 StorytimeTrucks!
March 11 StorytimeWind!
March 18 StorytimeGreen!
March 25 StorytimreSpring!
Enjoy an activity inspired by the famous Dutch artist.
Mary Cassat (English)Make a piece of impressionist art.
Mary Cassat (Español)Monoimprentar es una forma de grabado que le permite crear imágenes impresas únicas y de forma libre cada vez.
Henri Matisse (English)Celebrate Matisse with a paper cutout activity.
Henri Matisse (Español)Arte con recortes de papel.
Eric Carle (English)Eric Carle was born in Syracuse, NY, in 1929. He has illustrated more than 70 books for children. His books have sold more than 152 copies around the world.
Eric Carle (Español)Eric Carle nació en Syracuse, NY, en 1929. Ha ilustrado más de 70 libros para niños. Sus libros han vendido más de 152 millones de copias en todo el mundo.
Watercolor Art (English)Make beautiful watercolor paintings!
Acuarelas (Español)Todavía puedes hacer hermosas acuarelas
Alma Woodsey Thomas (English)Celebrate this Expressionist painter and teacher.
Alma Woodsey Thomas (Español)Una pintora y profesora expresionista afroamericana.
Georges Seurat (English)Explore the art of pointillism.
Georges Seurat (Español)Seurat es conocido por su uso del puntillismo
Piet MondrianGet bold with an activity inspired by Piet Mondrian.
Faith RinggoldLearn about Faith Ringgold's story quilts
Vincent Van GoghGet crafty with this week's activity, inspired by Vincent Van Gogh!
Frida KahloExplore the work of the legendary Frida Kahlo.
Andy WarholEnjoy this week's fun pop-art activity!
Ashley BryanThis week, Debbie highlights the great illustrator Ashley Bryan.
Bob and Roberta SmithThis week, learn about Bob and Robert Smith and the art of protest posters.
Jasper JohnsLearn about the great Jasper Johns and try your hand at expressionist art!
Yayoi KusamaThis week, we're learning about Yayoi Kusama's Obliteration Room!
Claude MonetEnjoy an activity inspired by the great impressionist.
Augusta SavageThis week, we're learning about the sculptor Augusta Savage.
Marc ChagallMake your own "stained glass."
Barbara HepworthThis week, we're learning about trailblazing sculptor Barbara Hepworth, and making a sculpture of our own with soap!
Keith HaringExplore the bright and bold world of Keith Haring, and try your hand at a mural!
Jackson PollockLearn about Jackson Pollock, and make a masterpiece of your own!
Benny AndrewsLearn all about artist Benny Andrews, and create a beautiful painting of your own!
Encore: Faith RinggoldWe had so much fun with this special artist that we had to have a repeat performance! In this encore activity, learn about Faith Ringgold and her amazing narrative quilts before you make a meaningful piece of your own (perfect timing, with the gratitude of Thanksgiving week!)
Mary CassattThis week, we're learning about American painter and printmaker Mary Cassatt, and the themes and techniques that have made her so renowned. Then we're trying our hand at prints of our own!
Pable PicassoWe're talking about one of the most recognizable artists of all time: Pablo Picasso! Your artists can learn about the cubist great, study a piece of his work, and make a modern art masterpiece of your own.
Encore: Vincent Van GoghWe're bringing back one of our very favorite activities this week as we discuss the beautiful work of Vincent Van Gogh. Learn about his career and his style, and paint your own pictures of flowers!
Johannes VermeerWe're learning about an Old Master this week, as we study Dutch painter Vermeer.
Georgia O'KeefeWe're taking a stroll through the flowers this week, and talking about the beautiful paintings of the great Georgia O'Keeffee.
Georges SeuratWe're learning about pointillism and the work of Georges Seurat, including his Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte.
Encore: Ashley BryanWe're learning about the amazing and prolific illustrator Ashley Bryan, who has illustrated over 50 books.
Kehinde WileyThis week, we're learning about acclaimed portrait artist Kehinde Wiley, who is the first black artist to paint a presidential portrait.
Alexander CalderThis week, we're talking about Alexander Calder, who became famous for his abstract sculptures, and for inventing wire sculptures and the mobile.
Amy SheraldThis week, we're celebrating a famous first! Amy Sherald was the first woman ever to win the National Portrait Gallery's Outwin Boochever Portrait Competition with her painting, Miss Everything (Unsuppressed Deliverance), and the first Black artist to paint an official portrait of a First Lady, creating the iconic portrait of Michelle Obama.
Yayoi KusamaLearn about Yayoi Kusama, a Japanese artist who incorporated the dots she sees during audio and visual hallucinations into her works, including her famous Obliteration Rooms.
Marion GreenwoodThis week, we're discussing the American muralist Marion Greenwood.
Mary BlairThis week, we're learning about Mary Blair, who is famous for her work with Disney, including "Alice in Wonderland" and the ride for "It's A Small World."
Paul CézanneThis week, we're learning about post-impressionist painter Paul Cézanne and taking a closer look at his famous piece "Dish of Apples."
In the debut of our new I 🖤 Art program for little ones, try fun with shapes!
Spring FlowersA fun spring craft for little ones!
Texture Scavenger HuntDebbie has a fun activity for the littlest artists in your life!
Name ArtThis week, Debbie's sharing an activity for little artists all about their name!
Button ArtThis week, we're doing a fun activity to help develop fine motor skills!
Ice PaintingThis week, entertain your little artists with a fun and easy craft perfect for summer!
Fireworks ArtCelebrate Independence Day with a fun craft!
Sticker ArtA fun art project for little artists!
Crumpled Paper ArtA fun activity for young artists!
DIY PlaydoughIt's one of our favorites! Make playdough at home with your little one.
Foil PaintingHave fun painting on foil!
Sidewalk Chalk PaintGet your little ones outside for a fun DIY activity: we're making sidewalk chalk paint!
Tie Dyed Paper TowelsWe have a groovy art project for little ones: Tie Dyed Paper Towels!
Yarn PaintingEntertain a toddler with yarn painting!
Leaf RubbingsFestive fall fun for little crafters!
Encore: Texture Scavenger HuntIn this week's encore activity, your little ones can learn about textures and make a fun piece of art with rubbings. Have fun again with a Texture Scavenger Hunt!
CollageThis week's activity for the tiny artists in your household is a fun, easy project perfect for developing fine motor skills: we're making collages!
PrintmakingYour little ones can explore textures, colors, and patterns this week, with a fun printmaking activity for little hands!
Encore: Name ArtThis week, we're revisiting one of our favorite activities for young artists and one of their favorites, too: it's all about their name! Your little one with get familiar with the letters in their name in this fun project.
Salt SnowflakesThe perfect winter craft for your little ones!
"Painting" With MarkersThis week's activity for little ones combines art and science!
Paper MosaicsMake a beautiful piece of art with your little ones and practice skills at the same time!
Encore: DIY PlaydoughLearn how to make your own play dough and have fun with your kids as they mix, knead, and play!
Painted Foil HeartsGet your little artists ready for Valentine's Day! We're making fun and easy Painted Foil Hearts, with materials you probably have at home.
DIY Puffy PaintFun to make and fun to use...this week, we're doing DIY Puffy Paint!
Crayon Resist ArtHave fun with your littlest artists this week making a "surprise" piece of art using crayons and watercolors.
DIY Bathtub PaintIn this week's fun activity for little guys, your young artists can paint and you don't have to worry about a mess!
Dot-to-Dot PaintingWe have a fun activity that will help your little one work on their fine motor skills and have fun creating something beautiful: Dot-to-Dot Painting!
Moon SandWinter weather got you down? Dream of warmer climate with at home beach play!
Marbleized PaperYour youngest artists can make something beautiful this week, when we experiment with Marbelized Paper!
A balance exercise with Joy.
Family Yoga TimeWellness for the whole family!
5 Minute YogaTake a quick yoga break with Joy!
Yoga TimeHave a moment of wellness with Joy's latest exercise.
Animal YogaLearn about the yoga poses named for animals.
Family Yoga TimeWork your body, calm your mind.
Morning YogaJoy gets your morning started with a yoga routine.
Chair YogaLearn some Yoga moves that you can do anywhere even in a chair to wake up and energize yourself!
Strength YogaLearn about the Yoga poses that make you feel strong!
Bedtime YogaDiscover a Yoga routine before bed time!
Screen Time YogaJoy is here with a five-minute yoga exercise you can do while you're watching TV!
Go With a Yoga FlowStorytime with Ignayra.
Hora De Cuentos Con Mrs. Lopez #2Dragones y Tacos.
Hora De Cuentos Con Mrs. Lopez #3Alma y como obtuvo su nombre
Hora De Cuentos Con Mrs. Lopez #4La llama llama rojo pijama
Hora De Cuentos Con Mrs. Lopez #5Bunny Cakes por Rosemary Wells
Hora De Cuentos Con Mrs. Lopez #6María Tenía Una Llamita
Hora De Cuentos Con Mrs. Lopez #7Chancho El Pug Escrito por Aaron Blabey
Kevin talks about one of his all time favorites.
The Lost GirlKevin talks about one of his favorite books of 2019.
Nanny PigginsWho doesn't love Nanny Piggins?!
The Girl Who Drank the MoonKevin booktalks a Newbery winner.
The Blackbird GirlsListen as Trish booktalks this great title.
Origami YodaKevin booktalks one of our favorites!
The Paper Bag PrincessAn adorable flannel version of one of our favorite fairytales.
11 BirthdaysDebbie is here to book talk a book by one of our favorite authors!
All The Lovely Bad OnesListen to Debbie discuss this scary story.
A Home for Goddesses and DogsListen to Trish talk about this great new book.
When You Reach MeDebbie tells us about an all time favorite!
PashminaIgnayra talks about a great story about identity.
ElevenDebbie describes a great book, combining mystery and adventure!
We Can't All Be RattlesnakesDebbie book talks this story starring a rattlesnake!
Lety Out LoudIgnayra talks about a book about an animal lover who learns to find her voice.
Echo MountainTrish talks about a great new historical fiction book!
Invisible EmmieIgnayra talks about this book about two girls helping each other become their true selves.
Blackout Poems are made by blacking out, or coloring over, all the words on a page that you don’t want in your poem.
La Poesía Revelada (Español)Las poesías revelada se hacen oscureciendo o coloreando todas las palabras de una página que no quieres en tu poema. Al ocultar palabras, a la vez estás revelando otras.
DIY Poetry (English)Make your own poem!
Hazlo tu mismo poesía (Español)Durante los últimos años, lo hemos hecho en la habitación de los niños. Si ha entrado, es posible que haya visto esta pantalla, o haya hecho una.
Rainbow Poems (English)Make a colorful rainbow shaped poem.
Poemas arcoíris (Español)Haz un poema colorido con forma de arcoíris.
Concrete Poems (English)Have fun with this easy form of poetry.
Poesía Concreta (Español)La poesía concreta es simplemente un poema escrito en la forma del tema del poema.
Teen Activities and Programs
An at-home version of one of our favorites!
Your Perfect SmoothieAdrianna shares the recipe for the most delicious smoothie.
PB&J with a TwistWhat's better than peanut butter and jelly? GRILLED peanut butter and jelly!
Flavored PopcornPop up a delicious snack!
Simple & Soft Granola BarsAdrianna recommends a tasty treat!
Burrito BowlsYum: enjoy a delicious lunch!
French ToastStart your day with a delicious French Toast.
Take a look at some of the best movies Hoopla has in its collection.
5 Artists on HooplaFind a new musician to listen to, on-demand with Hoopla.
5 YA Books on HooplaLouis recommends five classic YA reads available on Hoopla.
5 TV Shows on HooplaLouis recommends five binge-worthy shows on Hoopla.
Worth Watching with Louis, Episode 1Want to know the best teen movies on Netflix?
Worth Watching with Louis, Episode 2What's Louis watching?
Worth Watching with Louis, Episode 3Looking for a film series to binge? Louis has some recommendations.
Worth Watching with Louis, Episode 4Louis explores some YA film adaptations.
Hear Marie's booktalks for what she's reading and what she loves every Wednesday at 4pm.
Marie Reads: April 22Missed Marie live? Take a look at the books she recommended.
Marie Reads: April 29Here's what Marie raved about this week!
Marie Reads: May 6Marie's picks this week honored Holocaust Remembrance Day and Cinco de Mayo.
Take a look at Susan's overview of Google Classroom.
Taming Anxiety During and After the Coronavirus CrisisDr. Dominique Padurano presented a webinar on helping your tweens and teens cope with anxiety. Click here to watch the archived presentation.
Teaching Tips for At Home Virtual LearningRead Susan's guidelines and recommendations for at-home learning.
Adult Programs and Activities
Take a trip to Cape Cod and the Jersey shore with James!
Guillermo's Travel LogEnjoy a Spanish language trip with Guillermo's latest travel log.
James's Travel LogEnjoy the first in our new Literary Travel Log series!
Guillermo's Travel LogGuillermo's first video in our Literary Travel Log series.
Destinos Emocionantes Alrededor del MundoTake a trip to Colombia with Guillermo
James's Latest Travel LogGo on a journey with James to St. Maarten!
Scott recommends some books about his favorite place: The Hudson River.
5 Graphic Novels to Read DigitallyMaggie takes a look at Hoopla and OverDrive and recommends the best graphic novels to enjoy.
National Poetry MonthDiana celebrates the beauty of National Poetry Month.
Scott's Remote Book ClubWe may not be in the library, but we can follow along virtually as Scott discusses "Crash Out"!
Isabel AllendeDiana welcomes you to the magical world of her favorite author, Isabel Allende.
Maggie's PicksMaggie explores the film collection on Kanopy