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Did you know the New York Knicks almost formed a minyan in 1946? Join basketball historian and writer Avi J. Aronsky at Central Library this Wednesday, October 28 from 6-7pm to dive into the roots of New York's early big-league basketball days.🏀 bklynlib.org/4iipntV
Why is Greenpoint prone to serious flooding?
Join 350Brooklyn on Nov. 5 at Greenpoint Library for an evening of conversation as we talk about causes and solutions. Whether you rent, own a home, or operate a small business, flooding matters. RSVP: bklynlib.org/4xnTINc
Highlights from last week's Medical Debt Clinic! A huge thank you to everyone who came out, and a special thanks to Commissioner Levine of the NYC DCWP for joining us to support Brooklynites navigating difficult medical bills.
Photos by @tryating
ALT Round Table discussion at BPL Medical debt clinic
ALT Linda Johnson and Commissioner Levine at Central Library
We are thrilled to welcome author Rim Battal and translator Liza Tripp to Flatbush Libray to discuss I'll Look Myself in the Eyes—a gripping autobiographical novel about tradition, rebellion, and a girl's fight to be her true self on November 3, 6-7pm: bklynlib.org/4eCSlUm
Stop by the Flatbush Library Learning Garden this Halloween from 2-3:30 PM to help us harvest our homegrown ginger and turmeric! Learn about these mysterious rhizomes and take home your very own witches brew. bklynlib.org/4iljoWx
Get into the spooky spirit this week with free and festive face painting at Highlawn Library on October 27 from 4-5pm. Painting will be first come first served. Learn more: bklynlib.org/4ypgYed
The BPL Bookmobile is proud to support, Fete-O-Ween, a free community Halloween celebration bringing together children, families, local businesses, and community resources on October 31 from 1-6pm. Come visit us! For more details: bklynlib.org/4yNJ6IZ
1970s vs. 1980s: Which decade ruled supreme? 🕺🎸Find out this Halloween at Kings Bay Library! We’re hosting a full day of retro, family-friendly fun on October 31 from 11am-4pm. Dust off your leg warmers or your platform shoes and come celebrate with us! bklynlib.org/4zCFji1
Did you know the New York Knicks almost formed a minyan in 1946? Join basketball historian and writer Avi J. Aronsky at Central Library this Wednesday, October 28 from 6-7pm to dive into the roots of New York's early big-league basketball days.🏀 bklynlib.org/4iipntV
Are you a teen who loves to craft? Come hang out at Highlawn Library on October 27 4-5pm! We have materials for crochet, coloring pages, and more! This week, we'll be working on our face painting skills just in time for Halloween! 👻 bklynlib.org/4zsLEMB
Join Urban Stages and Mexico Beyond Mariachi for their Día de Muertos show, which highlights the music, dances, and stories performed and shared during this special holiday. We can't wait to see you at Central Library on October 31 from 1-2pm. 💀 🌸 bklynlib.org/4dHalN8
Ready to channel your inner Robin Hood? Join the Urban Park Rangers and the Brooklyn Public Library for a FREE afternoon of Archery on Friday, November 15 from 4-5pm. 🏹 RSVP: bklynlib.org/4jFIyAx
Get into the spooky spirit this week with free and festive face painting at Highlawn Library on October 27 from 4-5pm. Painting will be first come first served. Learn more: bklynlib.org/4ypgYed
Spooky Season has taken over the Library! Join us across the borough for festive programming. From DIY crafts, face painting, and spooky movie screenings to parties and storytimes, the list of Halloween fun is never-ending! 🎃 discover.bklynlibrary.org/?e…
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BPL Presents welcomes three-term U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo for an evening of poetry, reflection, and conversation about her moving collection Cloud Runner—a work that explores grief, loss, and the transformative power of art. 📘 💫 bklynlib.org/4xJjMDz
See you all tonight!
BPL Presents welcomes three-term U.S. Poet Laureate Joy Harjo for an evening of poetry, reflection, and conversation about her moving collection Cloud Runner—a work that explores grief, loss, and the transformative power of art. 📘 💫 bklynlib.org/4xJjMDz
Are you a teen who loves to craft? Come hang out at Highlawn Library on October 27 4-5pm! We have materials for crochet, coloring pages, and more! This week, we'll be working on our face painting skills just in time for Halloween! 👻 bklynlib.org/4zsLEMB
Are you brave enough to enter the Haunted House at Leonard Library? 👁️🕷️
This Halloween from 12-4pm our auditorium transforms into a terrifying den of monsters welcoming guest of all ages. See you there... if you dare! 🎃 bklynlib.org/4yhsEQb
The BPL Bookmobile is proud to support, Fete-O-Ween, a free community Halloween celebration bringing together children, families, local businesses, and community resources on October 31 from 1-6pm. Come visit us! For more details: bklynlib.org/4yNJ6IZ
Stop by the Flatbush Library Learning Garden this Halloween from 2-3:30 PM to help us harvest our homegrown ginger and turmeric! Learn about these mysterious rhizomes and take home your very own witches brew. bklynlib.org/4iljoWx