Бесплатные занятия в библиотеках. 3 октября 2015

Under the guidance of John Maney, Jr. participants for 8 Saturday mornings will explore and develop writing skills in poetry. Registration required. The sessions: Sept. 26th, Oct. 3, 10th, 17th, 24th, 31st, Nove. 7th, 14th. All sessions are from 10:00am to 11:30am.

Are you having trouble with your email? Don’t know how to cut and paste? Curious about Twitter? Bring your technology questions and get one-on-one assistance! Prerequisites: Computer Basics

Please come join us for to this Memoirs OutLOUD creative writing studio at the St. George Library Center and tap into your memories and experiences in a friendly and welcoming environment. Many participants are just beginning to write for the first time, while others are somewhat more experienced. At each session, a different writing challenge will be explored. Participants can read their work to one another for comments, ideas and fun. This Memoirs OutLOUD creative writing workshop is…

Learn how the NYC 311 website can save you time. In this class, we explore commonly used services, including filing a noise complaint, paying tickets and other tools.

Stay in shape with fun exercises! Come in comfortable clothing, sneakers, and bring a water bottle. *For all ages.

Get help with basic questions about Microsoft Office, the Internet, Facebook and Twitter, email or formatting a resume. It’s all about you! Bring your computer and technology questions and get one-on-one assistance with a qualified New York Cares volunteer. Please see a staff member to sign up for a 45 minute session or call 212-662-9727 to register by phone. Space is limited!

Learn how to enhance photos using the #1 photo editing software in the world: Adobe Photoshop. In this class, you will use Photoshop features through learning about layers and manipulating images to your desire. Class is conducted on Macintosh computers.

Join us for an intermediate meditation class. This session is open to those who’ve been regularly attending the weekday beginner’s class for a couple of months. Learn to go into a deeper meditation and learn new techniques that will help your spiritual ascent.

The ADI visual arts program teaches children to explore mixed media visual arts (drawing, painting, sculpture, etc.) Children learn to explore who they are and find their strengths. Through ADI’s brief art history lesson before each art- making process, children are able to learn about historical and contemporary artists and movements. ADI holds art exhibits at the end of the workshop to allow the students to take pride in the work that they have done and share it with family, friends, and the…

Explore who we are through the objects and images that we surround ourselves with or come across in our everyday lives. How do these objects hold memory and/or story? How do they influence us subliminally? In what ways can they be used to create story or memoir? Over 5 workshops we will explore this topic. This is a safe space of expression and exploration into the individual voice. The workshop will consist of writing prompts, sharing, discussion and reading excerpts. This will be structur…

​ Do you like to crochet? Do you like to knit ? Whatever your passion, gather and socialize with others who share your interest, and perhaps pick –up a few tips and tricks as you work your own creations! Please bring your own supplies—Yarn, Crochet hooks and Knitting Needles. Someone from the New York City Crochet Guild will be available to help. Location : 3rd Floor…

College Line experts will be hosting an informational workshop. College Line provides New York City teens with answers to their college questions from everything ranging from scholarships to surviving your first year. Come find out about the application process, financial aid and more! For ages 15 to 18 years old.

This workshop will explore the following basics: washes, wet on dry, wet on wet, how to begin a painting, how to finish a painting, composition & color theory, and critique of class & home work. Class is limited to 15 participants. Registration is for all four classes, October 3, 10, 17, and 24. Required materials for the class are below (must be purchased prior to class). Sign up begins Saturday,September 26, 2015. Materials List: Watercolor Block (Not a watercolor pad) A block…

Talk with native speakers and other language learners about current events, New York City, family life, holidays, and much more. For adults 16 years old or older. This program is provided in partnership with New York Cares, a leading volunteer organization that helps people find easy ways to make meaningful, rewarding contributions to their communities. Led by New York Cares volunteers, this program provides an opportunity for intermediate level ESOL speakers to practice speaking English and im…

We Are New York is an Emmy Award-winning half hour TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctore or talking with a child’s teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediated Level Englis for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) learners will have the opportunity to learn English by watching We Are New York videos. Come to the library and meet other people who are practicing English, just like you! The program w…

We Are New York is an Emmy Award-winning half-hour TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking to your child’s teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate Level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) learners will have the opportunity to learn Englishby watching We Are New York videos. Come to the library and meet other people who are practicing English, just like you. This program…

A get-together for knitters, & crocheters at all levels to work on a current project, learn new techniques, or even to begin a new crafts! All skills level are welcome!

Come and get free tutoring from Ms. Quelyn in English, Writing, Test Prep and Homework Coaching Grades 1 through 12

Learn to protect yourself from being a victim. Arm yourself with Knowledge! Women ONLY. 12+

The fastest growing crime in America is identity theft. Learn how to protect yourself and your assets from thieves who want to steal your information. Anyone can be a victim of this crime. Presented by Jay Stevens.

In this class you will use the Photoshop to modify digital images. Learn how to use the clone stamp tool, duplicating backgrounds and much more.

7-session creative writing workshop being held at the Andrew Heiskell Library in partnership with the New York Writer’s Coalition (NYWC). Attendees will discover the value of their own stories. This is a great opportunity for library members to get to meet and support their fellow writers. Registration is required. Participants are requested to commit to attending all sessions if possible.

New York City is a city of immigrants. This Fair provides immigrants an opportunity to identify and determine their eligibility for various resources throughout the city, including healthcare, children’s services, social services, and more. Presented by Gilda Gillim, MetroPlus

Join Artist/Printmaker Rand Huebsch for an art workshop in designing your own rubber stamps. All materials will be provided. A West Sider for many years, Rand Huebsch is a printmaker and has taught at the Center for Books Arts and the New York Public Library. He has experimented with many forms of etching and written for such arts publications as the British quarterly “Printmaking Today.” His prints and artist books are in the collections of the Victoria and Albert Museum, the Detroi…

Join us for an morning of one-on-one tutoring sessions! Our computer tutors can help you with everything from learning how to use a mouse, formatting a resume, setting up an email address, posting photos on the internet, starting a blog, using Microsoft Office, and more. Call or stop by the branch to sign up for one of our help sessions and get a personal tutor at your service! This program will run every Thursday and Saturday. Space is limited.

The New York State Bar Association’s Committee on Animals and the Law is excited to present an Introduction to Animal Law Program at the New York Public Library. Have you ever seen an animal being abused or hurt in your neighborhood and wondered what to do about it? Are you curious as to whether or not you can include your companion animal in your will? Have you ever wondered about “no-pet” clauses in rental agreements? Do you have or need a service animal or an emotional support animal and want…

Love math and want some extra practice? Struggling with understanding homework? Come to our Free Math Tutoring program at Chatham Square! Volunteers from local High Schools will help your child understand math concepts through worksheets and sample problems, catering to your child’s specific needs. Feel free to bring homework or other materials. Saturday October 3rd 2:00-4:00pm Saturday October 10th 2:00-4:00pm Saturday October 17th 2:00-4:00pm Saturday October 24th 2:00-4:00pm Saturday O…

A variety of activities including a craft, a movie, or games.

Volunteer High School students tutor children K-8th grade in math on Saturdays throughout the school year! 2:00 – 3:00 pm Grades K-3rd grade 3:00-4:00 pm Grades 4th-8th grade. Due to limited spaces and high demand, sign-up is mandatory. The list is opened every Saturday for the following week’s tutoring session.

www.falundafa.org Practice meditation and slow moving exercise. Eliminate stress, enjoy peace of mind. Each Saturday from 9/19 – 11/21 2:00pm – 3:00pm Open to those 18 and older.

Calling all creative crafters! Let your imagination run wild with our big box of craft supples. Make something cool and crafty to take home. For ages 6-16.

Make a masterpiece! For ages 5-12 years.

Got knitting skills? If not, want to learn? We’ll provide some supplies, but everyone is required to bring his or her yarn.

Staten Island Arts is pleased to announce the release of their 2016 Project Grants for the Arts as well the NYSCA Arts Bring Change (ABC) regrant which provides residencies with local artists for students from K-12. Grant applications will be available to the public on Tuesday, September 8, 2015. All applications are Web-based; no paper applications will be accepted. Staten Island based artists and arts organizations will have the opportunity to apply for the 2016 DCA Premier Grant, DCA Art Fun…

Are you living paycheck-to-paycheck? After taxes, most of us could earn between $550,000 and $2,500,000 over a 40-year career. So, why don’t we have more money? In this workshop, we’ll discuss the effect of seemingly small decisions on our net worth. We’ll cover: • Helpful and harmful money habits • Setting earning goals • Creating spending plans to support fun today and growth tomorrow Presented by Sole Strivers

We Are New York is an Emmy Award-winning half hour TV show created to help people practice English. Each story is about everyday situations, like going to the doctor or talking to your child’s teacher. The characters speak slowly and clearly. Intermediate Level English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) learners will have the opportunity to learn Englishby watching We Are New York videos. Come to the library and meet other people who are practicing English, just like you. This program…

Reform in the Age of Capital: Radical Political Thought in the United States, 1829–1877: a Five Session Course What was political radical thought in nineteenth-century America? This class will focus on the content of the radical political thought in the period historian Eric Hobsbawm named the “Age of Capital,” the period from 1848 to 1875, and within this period the corresponding decades of American industrialization. During this brief time the world saw more wars than the preceding thirty o…

Join us for an 8-week writing workshop led by Kip Zegers in which each week participants will produce a piece of writing in prose (short fiction, flash fiction, prose poetry, creative non-fiction) or poetry based on a prompt provided by the instructor. Kip Zegers has published nine books of poetry. He trained in Secondary Education at Hunter College, and has been teaching at Hunter College H. S., a public high school for gifted students, for 30 years. Please contact the branch by phone o…

Took a Photoshop class and you need practice? Do you have questions on how to use the skills you learned? Bring your questions and get one-on-one assistance!