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Free Events and Programs Near You
From storytimes, after school programs, and arts and crafts to book discussion groups, technology training, job help, and language classes—there’s something for everyone at NYPL.
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The Library Is Here for You
Find out what the Library offers patrons of all ages. Learn about offerings in English, español (Spanish), 简体中文 (Simplified Chinese), Русский (Russian), বাংলা (Bengali), français (French), Kreyòl Ayisyen (Haitian Creole), العَرَبِية (Arabic), 한국어 (Korean), and اُردُو (Urdu).
Plus, download our library scavenger hunt for kids available in English, español (Spanish), and 简体中文 (Simplified Chinese)!
Get a Library Card
Sign up for a library card for free today! Apply online or visit an NYPL location near you. Access everything the Library has to offer, from free one-on-one online tutoring to e-books, with your library card.
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Education for Everyone
Find books, programs, resources, classes, and much more for lifelong learners of all ages:
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Exhibitions & Community Showcases
Discover free major exhibitions and special displays at our research library locations, including the Polonsky Exhibition of The New York Public Library’s Treasures at the Stephen A. Schwarzman Building, which showcases some of the most extraordinary items from our collections. Plus, explore community showcases at many NYPL branches throughout the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island.
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Multilingual Resources
The New York Public Library is here for everyone! At our 92 locations, we welcome speakers and readers of a wide range of languages. We are committed to helping people of all ages navigate our free services and resources.
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Accessible Resources
Find programs and services for our community members with disabilities:
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Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL)
Visit the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library (SNFL), our largest circulating branch. With unlimited browsing, seating, computer access, a free publicly accessible rooftop terrace, dedicated centers for kids and teens, and more, SNFL was fully renovated in 2021 to become the library that everyone in New York needs and deserves.
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Find an NYPL Location Near You
The New York Public Library has 92 locations across the Bronx, Manhattan, and Staten Island. Find your nearest location now—plus, discover our Bookmobile services!
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Shelf Help
Discover the Library’s personalized book selection service! Tell us your reading interests and we’ll handpick five books just for you. Available for patrons of all ages!
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The Library No Longer Charges Late Fines
Did you know? There are no more late fines at the Library, so you can borrow books and more from any branch with no worries.
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Research at NYPL
With our expansive historic collections, expert librarians, and a variety of fellowships and learning opportunities available, The New York Public Library is an invaluable resource for writers, scholars, students, and creators worldwide.
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Get Help
Ask NYPL is the Library's virtual reference and support desk. Have a question? Get in touch via email, chat, phone, or text. Contact us—we're here to help.
Where possible, we will provide assistance in a range of world languages.
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Stay Connected
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Help Us Support All New Yorkers
The Library depends on donors like you to support our educational resources, job help, community outreach, and more for all New Yorkers. Friends of the Library will be vital in the coming year as we expand access to our resources including bilingual storytimes, English-language classes, and e-books in world languages.