Things to Do with Kids in NYC on Saturday, Aug 29, 2026

Join us Saturday to hear new stories and favorite tales read aloud. All ages welcome!

In this special six-session reading readiness series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices, rooted in the Science of Reading. Exploring literacy, science,…

This club is designed for neurodiverse femme-identifying youth ages 9–12 who are interested in learning more about anime. However, all are welcome! Participants will discover different anime genres and dive into stories…

Learn and play chess with chess instructor Jose Villar at Saratoga Library. Recommended for all ages. All skill levels welcome.

This Spring and Summer, Join BPL Children's Librarian Micky for Storytime at the Center for Fiction (CFF). The last Saturday of each month families can gather at CFF for stories and music while they browse for their…

Economics and Art (new) Understanding basic economic concepts Learning budgeting skills Maximizing creativity with scarce materials We want kids to explore the arts as well as their own artistic abilities as they…

Join us for storytime! We'll enjoy a celebration of learning and literacy with books, music, and movement while meeting other members of the community for a great opportunity to have fun and make friends. For all ages…

Children will have fun creating a variety of arts and crafts projects. All materials will be provided. Come and join the fun!

Knight Shift Summer Community Chess Club! National Chess Master James Black Jr. brings his expertise to the Macon Library community building a welcoming space where community members of all ages can develop confidence,…

Join us for stories and songs...

Looking to develop coding skills? Join us in the meeting room for a free coding workshop for all ages!

Table-top games, ping pong & darts Improve hand-eye coordination. Play, compete and have fun.

Read to a dog at the library! Come meet Varsity the certified therapy dog and practice your reading in a low stress environment. Sign up for a slot at the Customer Service Desk on the day of the program beginning at…

In this special six session series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices. Exploring literacy, science, & math through music, stories, art, & play will…

In this special six-session reading readiness series, families enjoy stories & activities designed to encourage the development of early learning practices, rooted in the Science of Reading. Exploring literacy, science,…

Saturdays 2 - 3 PM Ages 7+ Parent supervision is required. Join us Saturdays for Storycrafts! Dive into imaginative tales and craft magic every Saturday. Unleash creativity with stories and crafts using everyday…

Join the East Flatbush branch for story and play time. We are so excited to share some of our favorite tales and songs with you!

Join us Saturdays to hear new stories and favorite tales read aloud. All ages welcome!

Come to Highlawn Library for Teen Tech Time, a fun weekly hangout where you can relax, connect with friends, and play games on the Nintendo Switch. No registration is required - just drop in, grab a controller, and…

Take a look at our period pantry located both on the Teen Floor and Adult floor or ask someone at the front desk. Our period pantry is in alliance with ‘Cycle Alliance’ here at Brooklyn Public Library. Our pantry…

Located in the Teen Zone (Eco Lab 3) on the second floor, Monday-Sunday during branch open hours . If you are someone who would like to pick up a period wellness bag containing a variety of menstrual hygiene products…

Do you have a uterus or know somebody with one? Are you a teen who would like to learn more about or experiment with unfamiliar menstrual products? Stop by the Period Pantry at Paerdegat, and grab a care package,…

Do you have a uterus or know somebody with one? Are you a teen who would like to learn more about or experiment with unfamiliar menstrual products? Stop by the Period Pantry at Sunset Park, and grab a care package,…

Do you have a uterus or know somebody with one? Are you a teen who would like to learn more about or experiment with unfamiliar menstrual products? Stop by the Period Pantry at Saratoga, and grab a care package,…

The Charlie Parker Jazz Festival returns to Manhattan this summer, celebrating the spirit of the jazz icon with shows both uptown and downtown that highlight titans of jazz as well as the next generation. Night two is…

Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for young children 5 and under. Ideal for parents and caregivers with multiple-aged children. Our celebration this month is Back to…

This event will take place in person at the Children's Center in the Stavros Niarchos Foundation Library. Join us for songs, rhymes, and favorite read-aloud books in this storytime that’s fun for the whole family. For…

Kayaking © John Eng Alexa Hoyer View of the Brooklyn Bridge from the Pier 2 launch dock. Photo: John Eng © Etienne Frossard Family kayaking in Brooklyn Bridge Park. © Paula Berg Kayaking in Brooklyn Bridge Park. ©…

This event will take place in person at the Todt Hill-Westerleigh Library. Join us for an exciting, hands-on program dedicated to encoraging creativity and building critical thinking skills using a variety of matierals…

Maker Girls builds on every girl's creativity, community, adventure, and leadership. Through projects, play, and games, we'll build confidence, explore the arts and science, and create a community of friends. Maker…

Join us at the 95th Street Compost Compound for a behind-the-scenes look at the Conservancy’s diverse fleet of vehicles. Meet staff members, explore our cars, trucks, and heavy equipment, and learn how they help advance…

Relax on a Saturday with popcorn and a good flick! Movies for teens show films geared toward teens at 67th St Branch Library. This month we're showing Project Hail Mary . In the near future, astronaut Ryland Grace wakes…

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] Join us for an interactive movement experience focused on developing hand-eye coordination, control, and accuracy through a variety of dynamic target-based…

ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION CENTER Brooklyn Bridge Park’s Environmental Education Center is a year-round space, located at 99 Plymouth Street in DUMBO. It is the home base for our thriving education program which…

Children can explore the materials and decide for themselves what to make, focusing on the self-directed process of making art and not on the results. Process art builds decision making skills and critical thinking.…

This event will take place in person at Throg's Neck Library. Bring your little artist to the library as we explore open-ended ways to promote early learning through picture books and art, and share fun ideas for…

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This event will take place in person at the West Farms Library. Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us on Saturday morning for stories, songs, and movement activities, followed by open play or arts &…

This event will take place in person at the Charleston Library. Join us one Saturday a month, where we discuss our title pick! For this month we will be discussing: "Sandwich" by Catherine Newman. "For the past two…

This event will take place in person at the West Farms Library. Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to join us on Saturday morning for stories, songs, and movement activities, followed by open play or arts &…

[vc_row][vc_column width=”2/3″][vc_column_text css=””] Discover the colorful art of the Guna people, an Indigenous community from Panama and Colombia! Inspired by traditional mola embroidery, kids will create their own…

Youth Basketball Clinics Photo: John Eng Photo: John Eng Photo: John Eng Photo: John Eng Are lockers available? Yes. Lockers are located at Pier 2 for 25 cents and at Pier 5 for free. Please note that items may not be…

Are there public restrooms? Yes, there are restrooms at the following locations: Pier 6 at Fornino Pier 6 in Quay Tower across from Sandbox Village Pier 5 Uplands in the Boathouse Pier 2 orange building Pier 1 Pavilion…